Make a self catering villa or holiday rental in Cotuit, Massachusetts your home away from home

The small village of Cotuit is one of the seven villages which make up the city of  Barnstable on the Cape Cod peninsula. It was the first place to be settled on Cape Cod back in 1639 and several Crocker houses and farms still exist from that era. The harbour has been producing oysters since 1837 and the business continues to supply these famous oysters to local restaurants today. There are several delightful holiday homes in Cotuit, along with upscale private summer retreats. The harbour provides great opportunities for kayaking and boating and there are several small beaches along the south side of the peninsula.

Things to do in Cotuit, Massachusetts

One of the most popular ways to enjoy the scenery in this quiet resort is to play a round of golf. The Cotuit Highground Golf Course can be found on Crockers Neck Road and play is on a first come, first served basis.

Museums and Culture

Although Cotuit is a small community, it has a Museum of American Art and a Centre for the Arts, both close to your Cotuit holiday rental. Boat trips

The Cape Cod area is well known for its deep sea fishing and sports fishing charters. Whale watching is another exciting trip to enjoy from your holiday rental in Cotuit. Kayaks can be rented in the harbour for exploring the local coastline.

Places to visit near Cotuit, Massachusetts

Brewster’s main attraction is the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History. The excellent exhibits include a Honey Bee Observation Hive, an aquarium of local fish and mollusks and a bird collection, compete with nests and recorded bird calls. Other attractions in this charming town include the Brewster Store and the Fire and History Museum.

Hyannis Port

Just 11 miles east of your Cotuit holiday home is the small town of Hyannis Port. The Toad Hall Classic Sports Cars Collection is a popular attraction with a fine collection of over 50 classic sports cars including Triumphs, Healeys, MGs, Lotuses, Jaguars and more. The JFK Hyannis Museum is a memorial to JF Kennedy and Hyannis Port also has a historic downtown Main Street and a pretty harbour.

Barnstaple Bat Company

This is a great trip for all bat fans – baseball bats that is, not the flying variety! This family owned and operated baseball bat shop has been making and supplying bats from these tiny premises since 1992.

Weather in Cotuit, Massachusetts

Cotuit enjoys a warm summer climate with average temperatures reaching a pleasant 26°C (79°F). From November to March temperatures regularly drop below freezing overnight. Cotuit has moderate rainfall throughout the year with heavy snow in the winter months.

Travel to Cotuit, Massachusetts

The nearest airport to your Cotuit holiday rental is Boston’s Logan International airport. It is 59 miles from the centre of Cotuit, MA.