• The sun going down on a Falmouth, Cape Cod beach.Cape Cod Beach and Ocean on a Sunny Day image by Christopher Seufert from Fotolia.com
  
  The town of Falmouth is in Barnstable County on Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Falmouth is a hub of activity because it houses the terminal for the Steamship Authority ferries that go to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. It's also a winter town, with over 32,000 year-round residents. With 68 miles of seacoast, it has 12 miles of beautiful public beaches. There are hotels and Inns in Falmouth that are right near the surging ocean waves or the the calm waters of a bay or an inlet.
  
  

The Seaside Inn

• The Seaside Inn is a recently refurbished lodging that sits right across the street from the beautiful Falmouth Heights beach. Its 23 well-sized rooms are air conditioned, with TVs, telephones that offer free phone calls and some kitchenettes. Next door is the British Beer Company, a family-style restaurant good for an after-beach meal. Surrounding the inn is a quiet residential neighborhood, great for an evening walk or a bike ride. And Falmouth's busy Main Street with all its restaurants and shops is just a short ride away.
  
  The Seaside Inn
  
  263 Grand Avenue
  
  Falmouth, MA 02540
  
  508-540-4120
  
  seasideinnfalmouth.com
  
  

Green Harbor Waterfront Lodging

• Green Harbor Waterfront Lodging sums itself up on its website, "A Cape Cod hotel nestled in a woodlands setting, on a picturesque ocean inlet." On the property is a large heated pool, a children's pool, a fitness center and a spa. Rowboats and paddleboats are free for guests to use. And there is a free private boat ramp and dock space. Menauhant Beach, a Sound beach is very close to Green Harbor, off Menauhant Road in East Falmouth. Barbecue grills are sprinkled around the property. All the rooms have waterfront and beach views, and high-speed Internet access. Some have full kitchens, and all are equipped with microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker. Pets are allowed.
  
  Green Harbor Waterfront Lodging
  
  134 Acapesket Road
  
  Falmouth, Massachusetts 02536
  
  800-548-5556
  
  gogreenharbor.com
  
  

Capewind Waterfront Resort

• The CapeWind Waterfront Resort sits on five green acres that overlook a bay leading to the ocean. Its lawns are manicured, there is a dock for guest boats, and the hotel has paddle boats and row boats guests can use free of charge. You can even charter a 30-foot Grady White that comes with a hired captain.
  
  All rooms are air conditioned with high speed wireless Internet access, cable T.V., hairdryers, mini refrigerators, coffee makers and iron/ironing boards. Some also have full kitchens and DVD players.
  
  On Capewind's grounds, you can play croquet or bocce, badminton, pitch horseshoes or just relax. There are wooden swings, rockers, and gazebos to enjoy the view from.
  
  Capewind Waterfront Resort
  
  34 Maravista Extension
  
  Falmouth, MA 02540
  
  508-548-3400
  
  capewind.com