Things to Do on Cape Ann

​Are you stuck at home and in need of a diversion? A puzzle is just the thing to keep boredom away and keep your brain active at the same time. Working on puzzles can give your brain a boost in many ways, including lowering your stress, improving your memory, and sharpening your problem-solving skills. Where to Stay Next Time […]

  For centuries, the seashore has been considered a place of health and healing. Every aspect of the beach experience, from the sand to the salt water to the sun, has their own unique benefits to body and mind. Cape Ann, especially, with its many beaches and miles of spectacular coastline, is a fantastic destination […]

Heading into the holidays, Cape Ann showcases seasonal joy and much for which to be thankful. The salty, breezy beach days of summer slowly transition through autum and then into winter, but the spectacular sunrises and sunsets remain. Shell collecting expeditions or visiting the shops downtown on brisk days often require cozy extra layers and, of course, hot […]

Self-care is the active process of improving your quality of life by focusing on your physical, mental, and emotional health. We know that we can usually alleviate stress and physical ailments through exercise, eating healthfully, meditating, and sleeping well. But that is often easier said than done! Even when you are on vacation and already […]

Find fun fall activities on Cape Ann this fall as the weather turns cooler and the summer crowds depart. Plan a fall vacation or getaway to Gloucester, MA and take advantage of lower autumn rates.

Situated less than 30 minutes from the Atlantic Vacation Homes office and neighboring historic Salem, the picturesque seaside city of Beverly, Massachusetts is well worth the trip. Beverly is well within driving range of your Cape Ann or Beverly vacation rental and can easily be added in on your day trip to Salem or other North Shore […]

​ Wicked Tuna captains grace the cover of the 2019 Discover Gloucester Visitor Guide. Are you a fan of the reality TV show Wicked Tuna on the National Geographic channel? If so, then you may know that the show follows fishermen who are based out of Gloucester, MA and compete to see which boat can bring in […]

Cape Ann’s unique location means that the area has a diversity of scenery, from sandy beaches and rocky shorelines to salt mashes and hilly woodlands. Luckily for those who wish to enjoy the natural beauty of Cape Ann, there are many public parks and conservation areas that offer trails for walking, hiking, or biking in addition […]

If you are vacationing around Gloucester, MA this summer, why not head over to a great family-friendly beach? Located in West Gloucester, Wingaersheek Beach is picture-perfect and is also one of the best-known beaches in Massachusetts. With its stretches of silky sand and calm waters, this beach is just the ticket for families with young children. Staying in a nearby vacation […]

It’s that time of year when everyone looks forward to going on a summer vacation! We know that when you are vacationing as a family, it’s important to have plenty of activities planned that will keep everyone interested and occupied, regardless of their ages. If you are visiting coastal Massachusetts for your family vacation this year, […]