Nov/Dec 2024 The Cape Cod Anchor

Pleasant Bay Harwich/Chatham: This is a special spot on the Cape for me and my family. I took this photo during a walk on Nov 3. All boats have left their moorings for the season. Something fun about this spot is you can take in beautiful views from both the Wequassett Resort in Harwich and Eastward Ho! golf course in Chatham.

MARKET UPDATE

The Cape is nice and busy as we continue to have beautiful fall weather. It’s noticeable on the weekends that many are out and enjoying all the Cape offers this time of year. When I look ahead into November and December there are no shortage of ways to celebrate the coming holiday season. Come visit and explore many shops during holiday strolls, hop on the Polar Express, and I also happen to know that Santa makes visits all over the Cape and some by boat!

What typically slows down this time of year is real estate. We are seeing fewer new listings, but still good activity on the inventory that is out there.

The most recent report from the Cape Cod & Islands Association of Realtors® reported a 4.7% increase in closed sales and a 5.7% increase in median price at $755,500 year-to-date for single-family homes. Purchase price is staying strong as sellers are closing at 97.2% of the list price. Only a .6% dip year-to-date. The number of days on market did increase by 29.4% though to 44 days.

If you are looking to buy or sell on the Cape, please reach out. I would love to work with you.

CAPE COD SHOPS

Tale of the Cod is a favorite for gift-giving and my own home décor needs. I find unique gifts for everything from engagements, wedding, new baby and even fun items for my pet loving friends. The beautiful displays change often and inspire what you can do in your home. The welcoming staff is quick to offer their fabulous gift-wrapping talents free of charge. The store also features an elegant furniture showroom along with interior design services. Whether you're shopping for others or your own home, Tale of the Cod offers a delightful shopping experience with something special for everyone.

Tale of the Cod 450 Main Street Chatham, MA 02633 taleofhecod.com 

Open year round. Several off-street parking spots available on the side.

LOCAL EVENTS

Nov 27 Friendsgiving Dueling Pianos at Pelham House Resort 

14 Sea St Dennisport, MA 02639. Tickets are $45 per person and include appetizers during a welcome hour before the show. Purchase tickets from the Pelham House Resort website.

Nov 30- Dec 1 Trolley to Christmas Town

Depart from the Harwich Chamber of Commerce and head to

The Tern Inn. There you will visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and can write a letter for Santa. $5 per person, reserve a spot on the Harwich Chamber of Commerce.

Dec 27- Jan 1 First Light Provincetown New Year’s Celebrations

Holiday markets, music and fireworks on New Year's Eve! For for info go to Ptown.org. 

DID YOU KNOW?

The menu at the first Thanksgiving dinner at Plymouth Colony in 1621 didn’t include many of our favorite side dishes or the star of the show, turkey! Historians believe the meal was mostly seafood. The pilgrims and Wampanoag Native American tribe enjoyed many of our coastal favorites: lobster, mussels and oysters. And maybe a not so favorite, eel. They also enjoyed venison along with lots of vegetables like peas, beans, squash and corn. So, no cranberry sauce, no pumpkin pie (or my mom’s favorite pecan), and no mashed potatoes. Potatoes hadn’t been grown in North America until 1719.

What’s your favorite dish for Thanksgiving?

Poll on Instagram soon! Follow me @meredyth_capecod

Wishing you and all of your loved ones a very happy and healthy holiday season!

Compass is a licensed real estate broker. All material is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description or measurements (including square footage). This is not intended to solicit property already listed. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions.