West Harwich Vacation Rentals
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West Harwich Travel Guide
The village of West Harwich, in Harwich, Massachusetts, has a modest population and a reputation for being a peaceful suburb community with friendly residents and welcoming vacation homes. It boasts a ton of beautiful green space for outdoor activities, and a number of quaint cafes for having a cup of coffee and a homemade treat.
Things to Do in West Harwich
Visitors to West Harwich can enjoy spending the day at Grey Neck Beach or Red River Beach, both of which are picturesque beaches with calm waves and plenty of shells and stones for collecting. They can also take a trip to the Cape Cod Lavender Farm where they can purchase an array of calming lavender-scented soaps and handmade items, the Sea Horse Farm for an afternoon of English-style horseback riding, or to the Cranberry Bogs where they can take a guided tour of the bogs and learn about the cranberry growing process.
Alternatively, guests can go on a boat tour of the Cape Cod area with Monomoy Island Excursions, where they might be lucky enough to get a glimpse of seals or whales. Shopping is another popular West Harwich activity, as the village is home to a number of cute consignment shops and mom and pop stores such as Harwich Antiques Center, Dr. Gravity’s Kite Shop, Second Glance Thrift Boutique, and The Potted Geranium.
Best Places to Stay in West Harwich
Cape Cod is a prime location for vacation rentals. Many of the available Harwich and West Harwich vacation rentals are centrally located, while others sit on the outskirts of the city, offering more privacy. Visitors can book a 1,2,3, or 4 bedroom home beside the water or a single room in one of the area’s luxurious inns.
Best Time to Visit West Harwich
The best time to visit the area is during the summer. However, this time frame also means that the city is full of tourists, so if you prefer to have more space, consider visiting near the end of the summer.
Best Events in West Harwich
Cape Cod and the rest of the areas along the Nantucket Sound know how to throw a great celebration. A few of the best include Strawberry Day, Fall for Harwich, Gardens Aglow, Ghost Town, and the Hoxie Halloween & Harvest. The Hoxie Halloween & Harvest celebration features food, live entertainment, a photo booth, kids games, pumpkin carving, a cider press, refreshments, and a live production of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”.
Things to Do for Families in West Harwich
For family activities, guests can make their way to downtown Harwich Port to spend the afternoon racing go karts at Bud’s Go Karts or take a whale watching tour with Freedom Offshore Adventures. They can also take a stroll through the Cross Rip Gallery, build sand castles on Earle Road Beach, or relax and read a good book at Brooks Free Library.
The Weather in West Harwich
This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in West Harwich. The warmest months in West Harwich are June and May, when temperatures reach 96 ˚F. The coolest month is December, when temperatures drop to 6 ˚F. The wettest month in West Harwich is January with 8.81 inches of rain, while the driest month is May with 1.38 inches of rain.
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Vacation Rentals in West Harwich
Pick the perfect vacation rental for your trip at AllTheRooms.com. We aggregate Airbnb, Priceline, RedAwning and others. We have 198 vacation rentals, hotels and other places to stay in West Harwich ranging from inexpensive options to extravagant places to stay. When traveling on a budget, the most economical place to stay in West Harwich is available at $50 per night. In general, an accommodation in West Harwich will cost you $329 per night.
If you need internet access during your time in West Harwich, then you can choose from over 75 places to stay that have WiFi internet. 3 places to stay include a morning meal. Fitness addicts can get a workout in during their stay by choosing from 6 accommodations that have gyms. Driving to West Harwich? Then choose one of the 79 places to stay that comes with a parking spot included. 16 accommodations come with a pool or jacuzzi
Those traveling with a cat, dog or some other animal can stay in any of 8 accommodations that are designated as pet-friendly.
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