How to Elope on Cape Cod
August 1st, 2017 by Beth Colt
Lovers, take note: The Woods Hole Inn is your one-stop shop for a stylish New England elopement — whether you tie the knot on a chilly winter day with a dusting of snow atop your bouquet, or climb the Nobska Lighthouse hill on a warm summer night to say “I do,” you can have the wedding you’ve dreamed…
Staff Spotlight — Meet Susan Hunt
July 27th, 2017 by Beth Colt
Susan Hunt is a breakfast chef and part of our team of amazing housekeepers at Woods Hole Inn. She has worked here for three years and lives nearby in Falmouth with her family and two dogs. What is the best part of the job? I get to meet people from all over the world and I love…
Wine Bed and Breakfast
February 25th, 2017 by Beth Colt
As part of a Cape Cod wide effort to celebrate spring, the Woods Hole Inn is pleased to announce we are part of the Wine Bed & Breakfast weekend. Join us here as the daffodils blossom for a weekend of romance, relaxation and a great spring meal on April 28-30th, 2017 for the wine,…
First Winter Storm of 2017
January 9th, 2017 by Beth Colt
Everybody loves a Cape Cod winter storm, especially when it arrives on a Saturday. The storm season began in style this weekend as “Helena” rolled over, dumping at least a foot of crunchy, white snow. As the Nor’Easter started, we spied a row boat drifting around Eel Pond, a paddle here, another paddle there, the…
A Knitting Weekend in Woods Hole with Norah Gaughan
November 20th, 2016 by Beth Colt
For avid knitters out there, we have wonderful news: renowned knitwear designer Norah Gaughan will be joining us in Woods Hole for a knitting workshop weekend, February 3-5th, 2017. This is a wonderful opportunity for knitters who want to learn a new stitch, improve on their technique in a supportive environment, and have a cozy weekend…
Take a Break from Exams with a Getaway to Cape Cod
October 7th, 2016 by Beth Colt
With exams quickly approaching, we wanted to do something for all of the hard-working graduate students who pour their energy into research and learning. Something that would offer a beacon of hope amidst the all-nighters and endless hours at the library. So, we came up with our “Grad School Special.” That’s right: take a step away from…
Staff Spotlight – Meet Jonathan Winkler
October 5th, 2016 by Beth Colt
Jonathan Winkler, Valet & Front Desk Jonathan has been working at the Woods Hole Inn for the past four years. Last year, he moved into the staff quarters so now he enjoys views of the water and fresh ocean breezes everyday! What is the best part of the job? Meeting new people everyday is the…
A Woods Hole Farewell
September 10th, 2016 by Julia Pearl
I have had the tremendous opportunity to adventure around Cape Cod all summer, while living in the quaint village of Woods Hole as the summer intern at the Woods Hole Inn. What a treat! I came from a small town in Vermont, so upon arrival in early May, I felt instantly at home here. I…
Top 5 Romantic Lighthouses on Cape Cod
September 10th, 2016 by Julia Pearl
Here is our recent wrap up of romantic lighthouses on Cape Cod. Looking for romance? Look no further than our top five romantic Lighthouse Cape Cod list that follows . . . #1 Nobska Lighthouse Woods Hole, MA Nobska Lighthouse is a classic New England style lighthouse, poised on a hill top looking out over…
Our “Same Time Next Year” Special
August 28th, 2016 by Beth Colt
With the years flying by faster than ever, it gets harder and harder to find the time for a pause, no matter how brief. At the Woods Hole Inn, we want you to be able to treasure your stay as much as possible, so we’ve created our “Same Time Next Year” special with that in mind; just ask…
How to Explore Chappaquiddick Island, Edgartown MA in four steps
August 23rd, 2016 by Julia Pearl
Chappaquiddick Island, the island off of Martha’s Vineyard Located off Martha’s Vineyard is Chappaquiddick Island, or Chappy as the locals call it. Barely connected to the main island by a thread of beach, often breached in storms, the main way to Chappy is by ferry from Edgartown. Exploring this remote island is one of the…
Visit Nantucket Island from Woods Hole
August 15th, 2016 by Julia Pearl
Nantucket… the Grey Lady… #ACK… Whatever you call this island thirty miles off the coast of Cape Cod, a trip here will change you. Known for cobblestone streets, elegant shopping, and surf-raked beaches, Nantucket Island is a unique place that should be on your bucket list. I could not spend the summer on Cape…
Staff Spotlight- Meet Amanda Benoit
August 12th, 2016 by Beth Colt
Amanda Benoit, Manager of the Woods Hole Inn Amanda has been working at the inn for over six years, managing it for the last three. What is the best part of the job? Our guests are my favorite part of this job. Meeting such interesting, warm, happy people from all over the word makes it not only…
5 Best Honeymoon Destinations on the Upper Cape
July 18th, 2016 by Beth Colt
Planning a honeymoon on Cape Cod? With its sandy beaches, fresh squeezed summer cocktails, and picturesque bike paths, the Cape has always been high on the list for newly-weds looking for a romantic and restorative honeymoon. Below, we’ve rounded up our five favorite lodging options for the Upper Cape, your honeymoon Cape Cod dream locale. Starting with… The…
My Edgartown Bike Trip, a day on Martha’s Vineyard
July 12th, 2016 by Julia Pearl
My Edgartown bike trip started with the short pedal from the Woods Hole Inn to the Martha’s Vineyard ferry terminal across the street. It was the perfect day to explore the island, leaving from Woods Hole to the port of Oak Bluffs. Ferry to Oak Bluffs The ferry was about forty five minutes but it…
Staff Spotlight — Meet Kaylee Costa
July 11th, 2016 by Beth Colt
Kaylee Costa, Front Desk & Red Chair Travels Coordinator Kaylee Costa has been working at the Woods Hole Inn for several years now, and you may know her as the superstar who saved another employee’s life last year. (And if not, read all about that right here.) What is the best part of the job?…
Tour the New Research Vessel R/V Neil Armstrong, an insider photo essay
June 26th, 2016 by Beth Colt
Woods Hole officially welcomed a new $100 million dollar research ship called the R/V Neil Armstrong on Saturday June 25th. Over 25 years in the planning, this gleaming new floating laboratory was open for the day, with thousands of lucky visitors (including me!) invited on board for a full tour. Woods Hole is the NASA…
Daytrip to Provincetown from the Woods Hole Inn
June 14th, 2016 by Julia Pearl
Everyone says, a Cape Cod summer is not complete without a daytrip to Provincetown, known for its beaches, arts, and fabulous gay community. Even though I have only been in Woods Hole a few weeks, I put a day visit to P-Town at the top of my summer bucket list and headed off with my…