Momentary Bliss from Freshwater to Saltwater

Photo: Monomoy Island Excursions

While lathering up and soaking in the strong rays of sunshine this past weekend we could not help but notice a large object curiously gazing upon the beach. As we got closer to the water’s edge the black entity quickly popped its head back under and swam away. These seal encounters happen every day here on Cape Cod and with only feet between the soothing sand and massive seals we could not help but be stunned.

Photo: SUPfari Adventures

Captivated by this sighting the NEVR team sought out to experience more so we turned to Captain Pete at Monomoy Island Excursions.  Captain Pete and his trained team leave out of Saquatucket Harbor every day to journey past beautiful sights one can only see from the water. Stage harbor, Monomoy Island and Chatham Light house are a few spots along the outing where breath taking views are met with humbling run-ins with the natural inhabitants like seals, birds and fish.

Photo: SUPfari Adventures

Not only are the Nantucket Sound, Atlantic Ocean and the Bay perfect for these daily boat excursions but have become the ideal kayaking and stand up paddle boarding locations. Combining both exercise and our personal favorite activity, tanning, kayaking and stand up paddle boarding make for the perfect Cape day too. Unique locations like Herring River in Harwich, Lower Pleasant Bay in Chatham and Upper Mill Pond in Brewster allow for these activities to take a course of true adventure and serenity.

Our paddle boarding travels with our friends Juliette and Ryan from SUPfari Adventures have taken us along the many ponds and shorelines of the Cape. These rides have brought us not only momentary bliss from the seabirds songs but a soothing ride from freshwater to saltwater past wrens, wading birds and regal ospreys.  For us this is always the perfect way to get our bodies moving, enjoy the many scenic views of this place we call home and get some vitamin C.   

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Photo: SUPfari Adventures

Cape Cod's Addition to the Kitchen: Farmers Markets

Locavore, in case you are like the NEVR team and have not heard this word before it is a growing term that gives definition to a new group of eaters. Locavore’s are not vegetarians or vegans but people who are ready to throw aside the pesticides and GMO’s and opt for nothing less than locally grown farm to table.  As chefs go back to basics they hope to leave a smaller eco-footprint than importing and keep their dishes packed with nutrients which is why Farmers Markets are in growing demand.

As we drove down Route 28 on Tuesday the crisp sweetness of kettle corn stopped us in our tracks and we could not help but pull over to the Chatham Farmers Market. With rambunctious red tomatoes, glistening blueberries and even some refreshing ginger beer from Farmer Willies

to quench our thirst we sampled each stands newest flavor and even got to speak with some of Cape Cods local farmers.

Chef Lisa, owner of Chef Lisa’s Home Grown Gourmet, is a private chef who had us hooked with her new watermelon gazpacho which tied in the perfect amount of playful sweetness with delicate spice. This creative culinary expert plans her menus around what is ripe and growing in each season whether that be Zucchini, summer squash or tomatoes. This true farm to table experience leads to an ever changing mouth-watering display that incorporates whichever harvest happens to be in abundance from the farm stands that were surrounding us.

Drooling over the organic salted caramel ice cream pops from The Local Scoop, Foss Farms famous tomato sauce and the dressing from the Paul Newman’s of Cape Cod, DD’s Dressing, we truly understood why this farm to table movement was spreading with such clout.   

We are not sure whether it was Chef Lisa’s delicious gluten free oatmeal chocolate chunk cookies, or Allen Farms savory basil, but whatever it was our team is going back next week for our local addition to the kitchen.

 Don’t forget to live like a local with our friends at various Farmers Markets Cape-wide, including Chatham, Harwich, Orleans, Wellfleet and more!

For more information on Chef Lisa’s Home Grown Gourmet services visit her website and don’t forget to check out the New England Vacation Rentals mobile App for special discounts on her food baskets!

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A Fourth of July State of Mind

   What is the one thing on everyone’s mind this week? The 4^th of July, of course. With Independence Day on every Cape Cod goers’ mind it is no surprise that everyone is clearing their schedules for the big weekend to come. This star-spangled excitement has started to envelop Cape Cod so get your American Flag ready.

As route 6 backs up we can expect a crowded and eventful weekend. When thinking of 4^th of July barbecues, beach and fireworks immediately come to our minds and these joyous traditions are strong rooted here on the Cape. The Chatham 4^th of July parade, one of our long standing traditions, goes above and beyond with floats from our favorite local restaurants, retailers, marching bands and more.

Naturally we asked our team members and friends what they plan to do this 4^th of July and received answers including shopping in Provincetown, Whale Watching and even filling our cooler up and heading to the National Seashore. However, what we all had in common was the Fireworks! Cape Cod is renowned for its firework extravaganzas that light up the coastal skies. Whether you are lathering up sun screen on the 559.6 miles of pristine coastline, cooking up some fresh lobsters and creamy butter or checking out the bustling parades, Cape Cod is the place to be.

Make your Independence Day-dreams a reality this summer with NEVR. For a list of times and locations of fireworks, parades and more holiday events for July 4^th, 2015 download our App, New England Vacation Rentals, from the app store and feast your eyes on our twitter and Instagram account with updates on what the locals have in store!

LiveLike a Local this 4th of July with the NEVR Team

New Memories or Deja Vu

FEATURED GUESTS                                                            

It is no secret that yesterday every Cape Codder sourly had to flee their beach chairs and head home as the tornado warning encompassed New England. Now with the storm behind us every Cape Cod goer naturally must celebrate. This peacefully, glowing day brought the NEVR team back to the quintessential Cape life with the help of some of our joyful guest’s staying at 54 Hiawatha Road.

With the essence of mimosas in the air NEVR ventured to the Harwich home for a unique birthday brunch. Today was much more than a beautiful beach day for our featured guests but a day of reflection and fun as the family celebrates their sister, Erica’s, 60^th birthday. As fresh fruit and Bonatts Bakery pastries were being passed, the sisters explained why not only was this week for vacationing but for reminiscing over the house they once spent summers growing up in.

 54 Hiawatha was once the home to these wonderful women’s Grandparents and is filled with memories of lobster bakes, boating to Monomoy Island and outdoor showers. The birthday girl enthusiastically shared with us her favorite memories like biking to Pop Hansen’s on the way to the beach for ham sandwiches and Thompsons Clam Bar as the other sister, Deb, exclaimed that the Cape and Harwich especially was "a part of our blood."  For this family déjà vu is no coincidence but a welcomed anomaly that reminds them of the sweeter things in life here on Cape Cod.  We are so grateful to have shared both old and new memories with our featured guest of the week.

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Live Like a Local

 We all have that dream of an imaginary place, our sanctuary. The place you feel homesick for even if have never been. Our cherished home away from home is Cape Cod. The minute we cross of the Sagamore Bridge we become new people. A sense of serenity and relaxation hits us like a wave crashing over the beaches of the National Seashore. Maybe it is just the vitamin D boost or the fresh pedicure feeling from the exfoliating sand but whatever it is, is working.

The Cape for all of us here at New England Vacation Rentals is the place to unplug and recharge if only for a short amount of time. We are all leaping full force into summer after this winter from hell so join us and unplug from the fast paced life we have all grown to live. Who needs a therapist when you can breath in the salty air, listen to the waves break and squeeze that warm sand between your toes. 




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