The Provincetown Tourism Office proclaims this Cape Cod, Massachusetts, town "America's oldest art colony," "the birthplace of American playwriting," and the "best gay resort town." At the tip of Cape Cod, PTown, as it is known, is a mecca of beaches, artists, restaurants, theaters, people watching, shops, galleries and festivals, enticing tourists by the droves. While Provincetown doesn't have a golf course, several are located close by, including Highland Links Golf Course (North Truro, about six miles away), Chequessett Yacht & Country Club (Wellfleet, 14 miles) and The Captains Golf Course (Brewster, 31 miles). Accommodations are plentiful in Provincetown, including hotels, private homes and apartments, but a cottage may be the place for you.
Four Gables Cottages
It's a seven-minute walk to town and a 15-minute walk to the beach from the Four Gables Cottages. Pick up a bike rental just two blocks away. While Four Gables' location allows you to enjoy peace and quiet away from traffic, you're still close to everything. These 1940s-style cottages on manicured grounds feature verandas, fireplaces (except Cookie's Cottage), TVs, microwaves, gas stoves, refrigerators, blenders and free wireless high-speed Internet. The Four Gables happily accepts pets.
Four Gables Cottages
15 Race Road
Provincetown, MA 02657
508-487-2427
fourgables.com
The Masthead
Large picture windows frame the view of the ocean in every cottage of The Masthead. The complex, which also offers apartments and motel units, includes a 450-foot private beach, boardwalk, sundeck on the water, wide lawns and landscaped grounds. Cottages are cleaned three times a week; for an extra charge, you can have the cleaning crew come in daily.
The Masthead
31-41 Commercial St.reet
Provincetown, MA 02657
1-800-395-5095
508-487-0523
themasthead.com
Our Summer Place
Our Summer Place, a family-owned cottage and studio apartment, resides in Provincetown's quiet West End. The two-story cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, a flat-screen TV and a private yard. It's just a half-mile walk to the center of town and a short walk up the street to catch the bus to the National Seashore. West End Beach, which "overlooks the first landing place of the Pilgrims," according to the website, is right there. Sal's and the Red Inn restaurants are a five-minute walk away.
Our Summer Place
56 Commercial Street
Provincetown, MA 02657
508-487-0086
oursummerplace.net
Kalmar Village
Authentically styled Cape Cod cottages dot the grounds of Kalmar Village on Cape Cod Bay, right across from the National Seashore sand dunes. A private beach, daily housekeeping, large pool, giant lawns, picnic tables, grills and WiFi access are among the amenities at this family resort. The complex, on the outskirts of Provincetown, is a five-minute drive to the center of town.
Kalmar Village
674 Shore Road
North Truro, MA 02652
(508) 487-0585
kalmarvillage.com
Westville Cottage
Built in 1839, the Westville Cottage offers historic charm. The privately owned West End cottage is close to several beaches and includes a mahogany deck, stacking washer/dryer unit, fresh flower arrangements created weekly, high-speed DSL and WiFi, Turkish towels and an outdoor shower.
Westville Cottage
Pleasant Street
Provincetown, MA 02657
203-710-5733
westvillecottage.com
About The Author
Ginger DeShaney started her journalism career as a reporter, photographer and travel editor before moving behind the scenes as a copy editor. She has worked at the "Chicago Sun-Times," "Boston Herald" and "Boston Globe." She holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.
