White Christmas on Cape Cod

We got what we often dream about-a White Christmas! Cape Cod homes look beautiful in the snow-especially since it has already90% melted. As we like to brag, we often tell prospective buyers that there are many winters that we can bike, play golf, even ride motorcycles through much of the winter on Cape Cod.

We are a retirement destination for those active retirees who want to be near enough to the children and grandchildren or nieces and nephews to attend their sports or school events or other activities without making an expensive trip on an airplane or having a long difficult drive. The retirees have their lives here, and can easily drive or join a group trip to Boston or New York City for broader cultural or city experiences, and yet be able to schedule times to be with their families when the situation arises.

The Sunbelt is attractive, but a couple of weeks or months there is often sufficient to feel like an escape from New England weather. Because Cape Cod weather is generally more mild than 'over the bridge' on the mainland of New England, we can more readily accept the short term inconveniences of winter here. Recently, I showed a listing to a couple from Upstate New York who were-get this-looking at a Cape Cod home for use in the Winter only. They love their mountains and outdoor activities in the Summer in the Adirondacks, but are tired of the snow that keeps them limited in the winter. It will be interesting to see how that works out for them.

Have a happy and healthy New Year.

Deb Schilling

A White Christmas in Cotuit