down a private sandy lane. There are two bedrooms each with two twin beds along with a living room. Sip your coffee on the deck watching the boats come and go. A short walk to the association beach and rinse off in the outdoor shower after a day at the beach! The ideal place to make your cape cod memories. Ask about property 131 today! This Dennis vacation rental has 2 weeks still available this Summer! Centrally located this 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch is convenient to all the great things Cape Cod offers to make your vacation a memorable one. Located midway between the North and South side beaches, a chip shot to numerous golf courses and the Cape Cod Rail Trail bike path. Make memories with friends and family on the deck. After a day at the beach rinse off in the outdoor shower. Stay cool with the Central Air! Inquire about property 111 today! This fantastic beach getaway only has one week left! Don’t miss out on property 117 this summer! A great Location! Walk to Cold Storage & Sea St beaches in the Quivet Neck area from this 2 bedroom 1 bath cottage on the left side of a duplex. Close to Dennis Village, numerous restaurants, shopping, and golf! This Yarmouth Port vacation rental only has one week left and they have reduced the price! Ask about property 119 for more details! Conveniently nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac in Yarmouth Port, this home offers all of the ingredients you need to experience the perfect vacation on Cape Cod! This 3 bedroom 2.5 bath Cape offers a large open family room / Kitchen which is perfect for entertaining. The first floor boasts a large Master Suite with direct access to the outdoor shower. Upstairs you will find two bedrooms as well as a bonus den. The wrap around deck overlooks a private setting which includes a fire pit and horseshoe area. This retreat is within walking distance to Bray Farm and only minutes to some of Cape Cod’s best beaches including Mayflower and the Bass Hole Boardwalk! Perfect Cape Cod beach house located just a couple of hundred yards to beautiful Dr. Lords Road beach on Cape Cod Bay. This 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home offers Central Air as well as wifi. Enjoy Cape Cod Bay views all the way to Provincetown from 12 x 60 deck. Within walking distance of the Surfside Grill at Corporation Beach, a short drive to area golf courses, Harbor activities, and numerous restaurants. Don’t miss property 121 this Summer! Be sure to call the office today for availability and details about some of these great Cape Cod vacation rentals. The availability is limited and won’t last long! We look forward to helping you plan your dream Cape Cod vacation! ]]>
Summer Availability!
Cape Cod Property 131 Located in Cummaquid - Enjoy breathtaking views across Barnstable Harbor of Sandy Neck from the deck of this free standing condo cottage tucked down a private road. There are two bedrooms and a full bath along with a living room. A short walk to the association beach and rinse off in the outdoor shower after a day at the beach! The ideal place to make your cape cod memories. Cape Cod Property 107 The weekly rental rate on this Dennis home has just been reduced! SLEEPS 10! This 3 bedroom 3 bath home is about 1/2 mile to popular Mayflower and Bayview Beaches! Incredible kitchen perfect for entertaining family and friends. 3 Ductless A/C wall units that act like central units. Large back yard offers privacy and a place to unwind after a day at the beach. Enjoy dining on the deck and breathing in some Cape Cod Air! Cape Cod Property 101 Are you looking to be within walking distance to one of the most popular Bayside beaches? Mayflower beach is a very short walk from this 3 bedroom 2 bath home. Enjoy views of Cape Cod Bay from the deck while sipping on your morning coffee or entertaining with friends. This home offers Window A/C, Wifi and an outdoor shower perfect for rinsing off after your day at the beach! Cape Cod Property 102 Walk to Private neighborhood beach from this great 4 bedroom 2 bath home located in Dennis. The private backyard is perfect for entertaining. Walk to Corporation Beach to watch the sunset while enjoying a lobster roll at the Surfside Grill by Dennis Public Market. A short drive to area golf courses, sesuit harbor and numerous restaurants. Make your Cape Cod Summer memories in this great home! Cape Cod Property 110 Perched on a hill overlooking Kelly's Bay on Bass River is unique 4 bedroom vacation home with bonus room with pull out couch. The main floor offers 2 bedrooms, a living room and a dining room with views and a full bath. The second floor accessible through either the spiral outdoor staircase or internal ladder offers 2 large bedrooms and a full bath. Washer/Dryer on premises. Bring your kayak or paddle board and use it right from the back yard or use Kayak, canoe and two rowboats the owner has for guest while visiting! Cape Cod Property 126 Dennis Village Delight....This 3 bedroom 2 bath home with large yard is within walking distance to all the great things Dennis Village has to offer including the Cape Playhouse, Cape Museum of Fine Art, Scargo Cafe and Dennis Public Market! Located just a chip shot to Dennis Highlands Golf Course and a short drive to Mayflower beach! Centrally located on the Northside of Dennis for convenient access to all the great things Dennis has to offer! Cape Cod Property 130 Brewster - New to the rental market in 2017! Breathe taking views from this 5 bedroom home overlooking Cape Cod Bay! Make your Cape Cod memories in this classic Cape Cod Cottage with private beach and large deck for entertaining. There are 2 bedrooms on the first floor and three additional bedrooms on the second floor. Large great room is perfect for entertaining. Dining area overlooks the Bay. Enjoy incredible sunsets! If you are still looking for that perfect vacation rental for you and your family? Visit www.RentCapeCodProperties today for information and availability for all of the great rentals above! ]]>
Spring has Sprung on Cape Cod!
Thinking about planning a Cape Cod Vacation? Think Spring! When you think of taking a Cape Cod vacation you think of summer, right? You have good reason to – our beaches, seafood, shopping and people are some of the best in the country! We love having you here during the height of the season, but experienced tourists and locals alike know that the spring can be one of the best times to come and visit. Here are some reasons why: 1.) Smaller Crowds Ask anyone that visits us here on Cape Cod what the most frustrating part of their trip is and they almost always answer traffic, especially coming on and off the Cape…UGH!! Everyone has their own theories on how to avoid it but let’s face it in the middle of August it is unavoidable. Well, getting around Cape Cod in the spring is a piece of cake, and even better is that by the first weekend in May, almost all restaurants, resorts and attractions are open. If you want to spend an extra weekend with your special someone or the family, May and early June are great times to do it! 2.) Spring Festivals There’s way more to Cape Cod than beaches! Everybody knows about our summer traditions like huge fourth of July fireworks and celebrations, Carnival Week in Provincetown, concerts at the Cape Cod Melody Tent and catching the stars of tomorrow at the Cape Cod Baseball League games. But did you know that there are awesome festivals in the spring as well? Events like the Toast of Harwich, the Chatham Spring Fling and the Figawi Charity Ball and race all happen in May. At the Toast of Harwich you can sample food from Harwich’s best restaurants, sample wines from around the world and listen to live music. The Chatham Spring Fling is a similar event, but with a uniquely Chatham feel. The Cape Rep Theatre also starts it’s spring schedule so why not make one of the first weekends in May a cultural and culinary adventure? Going to these events will make you feel like a local, and you get to experience something you can’t do in the summer! 3.) It’s a Great Time to Run, Bike or Hike. The spring is a great time to be outside – especially on Cape Cod. If you’re a fitness enthusiast, it simply can’t be beat. In May, it’s usually warm enough to run or bike outdoors in shorts, but cool enough that you won’t risk getting heatstroke or dehydrated. Plan a trip to come down and take some time exploring the Cape’s great biking, hiking and running trails. Many runners and bicyclists make the mistake of thinking that Cape Cod is endlessly flat. On the contrary, we actually have some of the hilliest terrain in the region, and biking the National Seashore’s trails (especially in the Provincelands in Provincetown) can prove to be a challenging endeavor. May also plays host to several road races. Plan an “active vacation” around spending a weekend exploring Cape Cod’s trails or a road race, and spend dinnertime enjoying a restaurant serving local, organic food from one of our many farms. 4.) You Can Get Up Close with Nature Here on Cape Cod, we’re equally closely tied to the land and sea. Without the cranberry bogs that dot the Cape, and Truro’s little known history with turnips, the earliest Native American and English settlers would never have stayed around to give us the region we have now. The spring is an important time for the whales, a time during which some return to the region and when others leave. The endangered North Atlantic right whale leaves the waters around Cape Cod the first weekend in May every year, making it a great time to come down, book a trip on a whale watch and catch these majestic creatures. However this year the whales are on the move a bit early and up to 85 have been spotted in the Bay already this year! It is a great time to get up close with some of the most amazing creatures on earth. Other attractions, like botanical gardens such as the Pilgrim Monument and Museum in Provincetown and the Heritage Museum and Gardens in Sandwich are just now starting to open their doors meaning you can wander through, climb to the top and enjoy the views with no crowds! 5.) The Deals are Great It’s easy to take a Cape Cod vacation on a budget in the springtime. Many resorts don’t start charging peak season rates until Memorial Day, meaning you can get a great value on your stay if you come in the Spring! . Even a lot of regular vacationers don’t know that a good number of their favorite restaurants from the canal to Provincetown stay open year round, and that almost all of them have off-season menus, pricing and specials. Visiting in the Spring, you blend the best of both worlds – some of the nice weather you look forward to in the summer, with the value you’d get if you visited in the winter. ]]>
Getting Your Vacation Home Ready!!
Opening a vacation home When it’s time to visit your vacation home for the first time, or start renting it out for the season, you’ll need to get it ready. A ski chalet might require you to shovel snow and chop firewood, while a summer retreat by the shore might call for cleaning patio furniture and staining the deck. Much depends on how well the house is maintained throughout the year. Opening your vacation home could be as easy as stocking the pantry, or if the house was neglected in the offseason, you could have multiple repairs on your hands. A well-maintained vacation home shouldn’t take more than a day to get in shape for the season, assuming no major repairs are needed. Here are some typical opening chores:
- Turn on utilities
- Clean and stock kitchen and bathrooms
- Look for evidence of plumbing and roof leaks
- Cut lawn and trim shrubs/trees
- Clear walkways and driveway
- Set up outdoor furniture
- Change light bulbs and smoke detector batteries and carbon monoxide detector batteries
- Replace furnace filters
- Check for signs of pest infestation
Rent Your Home
Foran Realty that will help make it happen. Do keep in mind that renting out your home can be a big undertaking, so it is important to know what you are getting into, and to prepare accordingly. With a little bit of planning and hard work, you can put your home to work for you! Getting your Home Ready to Rent
- Keep careful records.Rental income is taxable, but many of the expenses you will incur as you prepare your rental are tax deductible. Keep detailed records of the money and time you spend getting your home ready to rent so that you can maximize your deductions at tax time.
- Apply for a rental permit.Permits are not necessary in all areas, especially for short-term rentals, but many cities are responding to the growth of new rental trends by creating new forms of regulation. If a permit is required in your area, give yourself plenty of time to get through the application process before your first guests arrive. Remember that permitting and inspection fees, like all other expenses you incur while preparing your rental property, are tax deductible so be sure to keep careful records.
- Acquire landlord insurance.Call your local insurance agent and ask if your current homeowner’s policy will cover the kind of rental situation you will be offering. Many policies will cover the occasional short-term rental, but for more long-term arrangements, you may need special coverage.
- Prepare your home to rent, inside and out.Make sure that all appliances work, that furniture is comfortable and in good repair, and that everything is clean and neat. Ensure that safety equipment like smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers are in good working order and are clearly accessible. Remove all precious personal belongings to a secure location, such as a storage unit or primary home. Do the same with all toiletries and anything else you wouldn’t want a stranger snooping through. Put clean linens on all of the beds (if you are planning on supplying linens), and make sure that bathrooms are stocked with clean towels, soap dispensers are full, etc. The requirements for safety equipment in rental properties vary widely by region. Smoke detectors are the bare minimum in most places. You will be informed of further requirements through the permitting process. Unless you are going for a very high-end rental, do not furnish your rental with extremely expensive furniture, linens, towels, etc. These items are likely to get damaged or disappear. Look for items of decent quality that are not too expensive but are still comfortable.
- Hire a reputable cleaning service.Some property owners are able to minimize costs by performing rental clean-outs on their own, but this can be a very time-consuming and difficult process, so it might be better worth your time to hire a professional service. If you do, be sure to do some research first and hire a reputable company that is licensed and insured. Get personal recommendations from your rental agent, other property owners, or look for a service with excellent online recommendations.
- Hire a landscaping service.As with cleaning, some property owners take on landscaping chores themselves, but you may be better off hiring a landscaping service to take care of routine lawn maintenance and care. Landscaping services, like cleaning services and other maintenance costs are all tax deductible, and a well-maintained yard is more likely to get good reviews and repeat renters.
- Create a system for providing a key or entry instructions to your guests. This is something that can be handled by your rental agent should you choose to use one. The check in and checkout instructions will be detailed with the lease and any inquiries etc. can be directed to the rental agent and their office, freeing you up to enjoy your time!
- Create a welcome book or informational packet to give to renters when they arrive.Include information about the home and the local area. Providing information on local attractions and dining options, as well as emergency contact information is an option that guests love. Leaving a welcome gift like a fruit basket or bottle of wine is another great way to welcome guests and keep them coming back year after year.
Labor Day Weekend
Summer on Cape Cod is truly a blessing, but Labor Day Weekend is always a symbol of the coming Fall! But why do we celebrate Labor Day? Here is some great information provided by the United States Department of Labor!
History of Labor Day
Bay View Rental Still Has Availability!!
This Bay view rental in Dennis has breath taking views! This 3 bedroom 3 bath home is located on Cape Cod Bay. The beautiful private sandy beach is perfect for relaxing on those warm summer days and going for a swim. The home is only a short walk to the Surf Side Grill on Corporation Beach. Enjoy magnificent sunsets right from your deck. It is only a short drive to golf, fishing and a wide selection of restaurants. Amenities include WiFi and a window a/c unit, not that you will need it with the refreshing summer sea breezes off of Cape Cod Bay! Additional amenities include: Outdoor Shower,Ceiling Fans, house phone, patio, deck furniture, dishwasher, microwave, lobster pot, blender, food processor, window a/c unit, coffee maker, vcr, dvd player, cable tv, iron, ironing board, vacuum, washing machine and dryer, a gas grill and other fans. If you are still looking for your Cape Cod Summer Vacation Getaway this home is for you! Call Foran Realty today for availability or visit the website at www.rentcapecodproperties.com and look for property PMA83. We look forward to helping you plan your Cape Cod Summer Vacation at this Bay view home!
Opening A Vacation Home
That time of year is upon us…the season is quickly approaching! A big reason for owning a vacation home is rest and relaxation, but it’s not all fun and games. Opening a vacation home takes time and money. Plan to spend at least a day before the season starts to open your vacation home. Specific tasks, such as draining off pipes or turning on utilities, will depend on climate, as well as when and how the vacation home is used. A beach cottage has different requirements than a mountain cabin. If you don’t live nearby or don’t want to do the work yourself, be sure to budget for a property manager like Foran Realty. Opening A Vacation Home When it’s time to visit your vacation home for the first time, or start renting it out for the season, you’ll need to get it ready. A ski chalet might require you to shovel snow and chop firewood, while a summer retreat by the shore might call for cleaning patio furniture and staining the deck. Much depends on how well the house is maintained throughout the year. Opening your vacation home could be as easy as stocking the pantry, or if the house was neglected in the offseason, you could have multiple repairs on your hands. A well-maintained vacation home shouldn’t take more than a day to get in shape for the season, assuming no major repairs are needed. Here are some typical opening chores:
- Turn on utilities
- Clean and stock kitchen and bathrooms
- Look for evidence of plumbing and roof leaks
- Cut lawn and trim shrubs/trees
- Clear walkways and driveway
- Set up outdoor furniture
- Change light bulbs and smoke detector batteries and carbon monoxide detector batteries
- Replace furnace filters
- Check for signs of pest infestation
Renting Out Your Home
Getting your Home Ready to Rent
- Keep careful records.Rental income is taxable, but many of the expenses you will incur as you prepare your rental are tax deductible. Keep detailed records of the money and time you spend getting your home ready to rent so that you can maximize your deductions at tax time.
- Apply for a rental permit.Permits are not necessary in all areas, especially for short-term rentals, but many cities are responding to the growth of new rental trends by creating new forms of regulation. If a permit is required in your area, give yourself plenty of time to get through the application process before your first guests arrive. Remember that permitting and inspection fees, like all other expenses you incur while preparing your rental property, are tax deductible so be sure to keep careful records.
- Acquire landlord insurance.Call your local insurance agent and ask if your current homeowner’s policy will cover the kind of rental situation you will be offering. Many policies will cover the occasional short-term rental, but for more long-term arrangements, you may need special coverage.
- Prepare your home to rent, inside and out.Make sure that all appliances work, that furniture is comfortable and in good repair, and that everything is clean and neat. Ensure that safety equipment like smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers are in good working order and are clearly accessible. Remove all precious personal belongings to a secure location, such as a storage unit or primary home. Do the same with all toiletries and anything else you wouldn’t want a stranger snooping through. Put clean linens on all of the beds (if you are planning on supplying linens), and make sure that bathrooms are stocked with clean towels, soap dispensers are full, etc. The requirements for safety equipment in rental properties vary widely by region. Smoke detectors are the bare minimum in most places. You will be informed of further requirements through the permitting process. Unless you are going for a very high-end rental, do not furnish your rental with extremely expensive furniture, linens, towels, etc. These items are likely to get damaged or disappear. Look for items of decent quality that are not too expensive but are still comfortable.
- Hire a reputable cleaning service.Some property owners are able to minimize costs by performing rental clean-outs on their own, but this can be a very time-consuming and difficult process, so it might be better worth your time to hire a professional service. If you do, be sure to do some research first and hire a reputable company that is licensed and insured. Get personal recommendations from your rental agent, other property owners, or look for a service with excellent online recommendations.
- Hire a landscaping service.As with cleaning, some property owners take on landscaping chores themselves, but you may be better off hiring a landscaping service to take care of routine lawn maintenance and care. Landscaping services, like cleaning services and other maintenance costs are all tax deductible, and a well-maintained yard is more likely to get good reviews and repeat renters.
- Create a system for providing a key or entry instructions to your guests. This is something that can be handled by your rental agent should you choose to use one. The check in and checkout instructions will be detailed with the lease and any inquiries etc. can be directed to the rental agent and their office, freeing you up to enjoy your time!
- Create a welcome book or informational packet to give to renters when they arrive.Include information about the home and the local area. Providing information on local attractions and dining options, as well as emergency contact information is an option that guests love. Leaving a welcome gift like a fruit basket or bottle of wine is another great way to welcome guests and keep them coming back year after year.
Valentine's Day History
Valentinus. Several stories were invented for the various Valentines that belonged to February 14. A popular account of Saint Valentine of Rome states that he was imprisoned for performing weddings for soldiers who were forbidden to marry and for ministering to Christians, who were being persecuted under the Roman Empire. According to the legend, during his time in prison, he healed the daughter of his jailer, Asterius. An embellishment later added to this story states that before Saint Valentine’s execution he wrote her a letter and signed it “Your Valentine” as a farewell. Saint Valentine’s Day is an official feast day in the Anglican Community as well as in the Lutheran Church. The Eastern Orthodox Church also celebrates Saint Valentine’s Day, however it is celebrated on July 6 and July 30 in order to pay homage to the Roman leader Saint Valentine, and the latter date in honor of Heiromartyr Valentine, the Bishop of Interamna (modern Terni). A heiromartyr is defined in Wikipedia as a bishop or priest that has died for his beliefs. How did Valentine’s Day then become associated with hearts, flowers and love? The day was first associated with romantic love by Geoffrey Chaucer in the High Middle Ages when courtly love began to flourish. In 18th-century England, it evolved into an occasion in which lovers expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering candies and sending greeting cards or “Valentines”. In Europe, Saint Valentine’s Keys are given to lovers as a romantic symbol and acts as an invitation to “unlock the heart” of the one that gave it to you. They are also given to children and are said to ward of epilepsy (also called Saint Valentine’s Malady). Valentine’s Day symbols commonly used today the heart outline, doves, and a winged Cupid. Handwritten valentines have given way to mass-produced greeting cards dating back to the 19th century. So whether you are giving a hand written note or a greeting card, don’t forget the flowers! Valentine’s Day falls on Sunday this year, so how about bringing your Valentine to the Cape for a weekend getaway…Don’t forget to call Pat Foran at Foran Realty to go look at some homes that could become your very own Summer Cape Cod getaway! Now that would make a great Valentine! ]]>