Plan Your Cape Cod Escape with Martha Murray Vacation Rentals
Welcome to Dennis Massachusetts, a quintessential Cape Cod destination known for its historic charm, pristine coastlines, and distinct village personalities. Stretching from the calm waters of Cape Cod Bay to the warmer shores of Nantucket Sound, this beautifully situated town offers an incredible variety of experiences. Whether you want to relax on world class beaches, explore historic landmarks, or enjoy fresh local seafood, Dennis serves as the ultimate coastal playground.
Read on to explore our complete town guide and local insider recommendations. Ready to secure your dream summer getaway? Reserve today with Martha Murray Vacation Rentals and find your home away from home with a Dennis Massachusetts vacation rental!
Popular Beaches in Dennis, MA
There are sixteen beautiful public beaches across Dennis. The beaches are divided between the Northside of Dennis and the Southside. There are 7 Northside beaches along Cape Cod Bay and Scargo Lake. The Northside beaches along Cape Cod Bay, from west to east, are:
- Chapin Memorial Beach
- Mayflower Beach
- Corporation beach
- Howes Street Beach
- Sea Street Beach
You can’t forget the freshwater beaches! Along Scargo Lake is Scargo Beach and Princess Beach.
- The Southside beaches consist of:
- South Village Beach
- Haigis Beach
- Glendon Road Beach
- Sea Street Beach
- Raycroft Beach
- Inman Beach
- Metcalf Beach
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Recommended Dining in Dennis, MA
Do you know the best thing about being right on the ocean? All the fresh seafood. We have a variety of restaurants that offer the freshest seafood around. Sesuit Harbor Café in South Dennis is one of our favorites. They are a family-owned clam shack right on the Sesuit Harbor so you can enjoy the beautiful waters and a classic Massachusetts lobster roll.
Of course, there are plenty of restaurant alternatives if you are not a fan of seafood or aren’t feeling it. East Dennis’ The Marshside offers something for the entire family. They do have seafood, but they also have burgers, pasta, steaks, and chicken. There are a variety of restaurants that offer a variety of different foods that will suit your entire family's taste.
It isn’t officially a vacation without going for ice cream. Dennis has some of the best ice cream parlors in Massachusetts. The Ice Cream Smuggler offers the best homemade ice cream that is made daily. Aunties’ Ice Cream Parlor is open year-round and offers more than just premium ice cream. They offer sundaes and smoothies and malts and so much more. Lastly, there is Sundae School. They have been open since 1976 and serve the best ice cream and frozen yogurt.
Fun Activities in Dennis, MA
Dennis, Massachusetts is home to so many wonderful activities, inside and outside. The Cape Cinema has been the premier destination for entertainment. The theatre was built in 1930 and has been a theatre since the beginning. It is a local and visitor favorite.
Scargo Tower is also an amazing place to visit. The tower began as a tourist observatory in 1874 and was originally made of wood. Two years later, the wooden tower was destroyed by a gale or very strong wind. It was rebuilt with the same materials but burned down in 1900. The current cobblestone tower originally opened in 1901. From the top of the 30-foot tower, you may even see the entire lower cape to Provincetown.
What are the top things to do in Dennis Massachusetts?
Visitors enjoy a massive variety of coastal activities. Top attractions include sunbathing at Mayflower Beach catching a legendary live performance at the historic Cape Playhouse biking the Cape Cod Rail Trail and dining at local waterfront seafood restaurants.
Are Dennis MA beaches good for families?
Yes Dennis features some of the most family friendly beaches on Cape Cod. Northern beaches like Mayflower Beach are famous for their expansive low tide sandbar pools while southern beaches offer warmer waters that are perfect for swimming and windsurfing.
Our Dennis, MA Accommodations
Our Dennis vacation rentals are perfect for any Cape Cod vacation. We have rentals in each of the 5 Dennis villages, so you have a prime location for your favorite village. Book directly with us to receive the best price, guaranteed.