Things to do
Sightseeing
Just a 3 min drive from the house is Ashumet Holly Wildlife Sanctuary. At the heart of Ashumet Holly is an eight-acre coastal plain pond, considered a globally rare natural community attracting over 30 species of dragonflies and rare pondshore wildflowers.
For more info visit: https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/ashumet-holly/about
Mass Audubon's Ashumet Holly Wildlife Sanctuary
Ashumet RoadJust a 3 min drive from the house is Ashumet Holly Wildlife Sanctuary. At the heart of Ashumet Holly is an eight-acre coastal plain pond, considered a globally rare natural community attracting over 30 species of dragonflies and rare pondshore wildflowers.
For more info visit: https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/ashumet-holly/about
If you are looking for a place to relax by the water, you don’t need to go too far as there are a few ponds you could drive to:
-Ashumet pond, just a 2 min drive away; that allows boat/kayak access with no permit requirement.
-John’s pond(need a permit) - one of the larger pond beaches 5 min drive away, in Mashpee that has plenty of room for all sorts of fun and games such as volleyball or throwing a football around. There’s also plenty of room for a beachgoer’s favorite pastime: suntanning. This is also a great place for kayaking and swimming.
Ashumet Pond
If you are looking for a place to relax by the water, you don’t need to go too far as there are a few ponds you could drive to:
-Ashumet pond, just a 2 min drive away; that allows boat/kayak access with no permit requirement.
-John’s pond(need a permit) - one of the larger pond beaches 5 min drive away, in Mashpee that has plenty of room for all sorts of fun and games such as volleyball or throwing a football around. There’s also plenty of room for a beachgoer’s favorite pastime: suntanning. This is also a great place for kayaking and swimming.
Old Silver beach is easily accessible from the parking lot. A nice sandy beach, not rocky like some of the other beaches in the area. Large parking lot, lots of room to spread out away from others and great sand to build sand castles. This popular beach is a great spot for swimming and beach combing. There is a large parking lot and parking is available for a $20 daily fee.
75 locals recommend
Old Silver Beach
Old Silver beach is easily accessible from the parking lot. A nice sandy beach, not rocky like some of the other beaches in the area. Large parking lot, lots of room to spread out away from others and great sand to build sand castles. This popular beach is a great spot for swimming and beach combing. There is a large parking lot and parking is available for a $20 daily fee.
This is one of the most popular bike paths in the Cape. The path runs for 10.7 miles from North Falmouth (8 min drive from the Little Ranch) to the Steamship Authority ferry terminal in Woods Hole. Do check it out if you enjoy biking.
48 locals recommend
Shining Sea Bikeway
Shining Sea BikewayThis is one of the most popular bike paths in the Cape. The path runs for 10.7 miles from North Falmouth (8 min drive from the Little Ranch) to the Steamship Authority ferry terminal in Woods Hole. Do check it out if you enjoy biking.
Buy a day pass and explore the 20 acre farm at the heart of Falmouth. Other than adorable alpacas, they have (seasonal) PYO options & a cute farmstand.
26 locals recommend
Coonamessett Farm
98-2 Coonamessett Farm RdBuy a day pass and explore the 20 acre farm at the heart of Falmouth. Other than adorable alpacas, they have (seasonal) PYO options & a cute farmstand.
Located in Falmouth, this lighthouse is ~ a 20 min drive from the Little Ranch. As you turn into the road leading to the lighthouse you are struck by the beautiful view of the ocean to your right. The lighthouse is on a hill to the left. The view from the lighthouse is gorgeous and a great place to take pictures.
85 locals recommend
Nobska Point Lighthouse
233 Nobska RdLocated in Falmouth, this lighthouse is ~ a 20 min drive from the Little Ranch. As you turn into the road leading to the lighthouse you are struck by the beautiful view of the ocean to your right. The lighthouse is on a hill to the left. The view from the lighthouse is gorgeous and a great place to take pictures.
Food scene
Mashpee Commons is only a 10 mins drive from the Little Ranch. It is known for this shopping & dining experience. But the fun just doesn’t stop there - during the summer months, they have outdoor concerts too. If you are in an adventurous mood, we suggest you check out the Riddle Escape Room at the Commons.
253 locals recommend
Mashpee Commons
22 Steeple StMashpee Commons is only a 10 mins drive from the Little Ranch. It is known for this shopping & dining experience. But the fun just doesn’t stop there - during the summer months, they have outdoor concerts too. If you are in an adventurous mood, we suggest you check out the Riddle Escape Room at the Commons.
About a 15 min drive from the Little Ranch, this is a unique seaside village with shops, eateries and entertainment. Concerts and special events take place throughout the Summer months so check the event schedule frequently to see what's happening at the Popponesset Marketplace!
37 locals recommend
Popponesset Marketplace
259 Shore DrAbout a 15 min drive from the Little Ranch, this is a unique seaside village with shops, eateries and entertainment. Concerts and special events take place throughout the Summer months so check the event schedule frequently to see what's happening at the Popponesset Marketplace!
One of Oceanside’s biggest culinary draws. The menu has a great seafood selection and has vegetarian options.
14 locals recommend
Popponesset Inn
252 Shore DrOne of Oceanside’s biggest culinary draws. The menu has a great seafood selection and has vegetarian options.
Comfortable & trendy restaurant & wine bar that blends American Cuisine with French & Asian influences..
44 locals recommend
C Salt Wine Bar & Grille
75 Davis StraitsComfortable & trendy restaurant & wine bar that blends American Cuisine with French & Asian influences..
Trevi Cafe and Wine Bar
25 Market StA wine bar that also serves Mediterrian food.
Le Bon Jour
424 East Falmouth HighwayPickle Jar Kitchen
170 Main StMoto Pizza Falmouth
500 Waquoit HighwayPeel Pizza Company
31 Teaticket Highwayfreshroll
439 Nathan Ellis HighwayNeighborhoods
~20 min drive to Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Take a 90 min ferry ride with or without your car/bikes/scooters. Check Steamship Authority website for instructions and fare information.
Plenty of things to do here. One of the most popular and picturesque destinations in New England.
11 locals recommend
Marthas Vineyard
~20 min drive to Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Take a 90 min ferry ride with or without your car/bikes/scooters. Check Steamship Authority website for instructions and fare information.
Plenty of things to do here. One of the most popular and picturesque destinations in New England.
Brewery/Winery
Naukabout Brewery and Taproom
13 Lake AveBad Martha Farmer's Brewery
876 E Falmouth HwyCape Cod Winery
4 Oxbow Rd