The kitchen is the universal place for hanging out and relaxing. Guests congregate in the kitchen, whether they intend to or not. The bright nature of the kitchen (and the smell of food) draws in a crowd. It seems that as hard as you may try to get everyone out of the kitchen and into the rest of the home, there is a magical draw right back to the stainless...
Imagine this: One of your renters calls you, freaking out because they just found termites in your Cape Cod vacation rental. As it turns out, there was a leak letting water seep into the beam. Termites won’t stop there; they will start infesting surrounding woodworks. If an issue like this isn’t detected quickly, it can lead to a beam collapse, which is potentially hazardous to those in the home. You –...
Woods Hole, MA, has a history of ocean science. It’s the early 1900s, and humans have only recently started studying life below the surface of the ocean. The Marine Biological Laboratory, an international center for research in marine biology and environmental science, and the National Marine Fisheries Service had already made their foray into the world of oceanographic and environmental science. It only made sense that in 1930 the Woods...
Golfing on Cape Cod is an experience of a lifetime. Whether you are an enthusiast or amateur, there are few areas of the United States that are as packed with professionally designed, challenging, and scenic courses. In Cape Cod, there’s a name behind every course. The region is home to courses designed by some of the most well-known golf course architects in the country, with unforgettable views, brilliantly designed layouts, and...
Once the weather starts to get warm, you know it’s that time of the year to prepare your vacation rental near Cape Cod for the summer season. You want your home rental to look its best and appeal to the summer renters. Here are a few tips. It’s Cleaning Time The first thing that gets the potential renter’s attention is how clean the place is. You can have stunning decor with...
It is time for some good old-fashioned Cape Cod vacation rental renovations. This means preparing the exterior and interior for a tenant. It means getting all the pieces in place so your rental can earn equity and stay a cozy place to live. It also means avoiding some often costly mistakes. Renovating is often about navigating the mishaps. Below are three surprisingly common mistakes you could make when you begin...
When remodeling your Cape Cod vacation rental property or give it a little refresh, it can be difficult to decide where to start. If your property has carpet, that is a great way to start. Cape Cod during the summer is very humid, which can cause the carpet to smell especially at the end of a busy rental season. All of the moisture from the air, wet and sandy...
If you are a property owner in Cape Cod, renovations to your rental can make a huge difference in energy bills. Here are a few of the best changes you can make to your Cape Cod vacation rentals. Replace Appliances Particularly in older homes, aging appliances can use more energy than is necessary. While all the appliances installed in a home may have been up to date originally, it may be worth...
During unpredictable times, one thing is certain. Community support has never been as important as it is today. Whether it’s donating your unnecessary items after spring cleaning or a monetary donation to your charity of heart, there are plenty of ways we can help our communities. We must get through this time together and build a foundation for brighter months ahead. Below is a list of local charities here on...
Guide To Investing in Rental Property Cape Cod is one of the most exhilarating and active real estate markets in the northeast. The attraction is clear: broad blue waters, a distinct architectural style, consistently strong tourist seasons, a relaxed lifestyle, and a deeply-rooted highly active community. If you want to journey down the path of investing in rental property here and buy on the Cape, it’s always helpful to gain some...
