Cape Cod is as quintessentially East Coast as it gets. Once you cross the Bourne Bridge, the colonial houses, quaint seaside towns, and salty ocean breeze await. Only an hour from Boston and a few more from New York, the easily accessible peninsula is one of the United States’ best destinations for a serene, scenic vacation. While each Cape Cod town has its own personality and charm, you really can’t go wrong with any of them. These are our 5 favorite places to stay…

