Local Information
The Outer Cape is home to a wealth of restaurants and activities - especially during the summer months. Some of our hyperlocal favorites are listed below. To suggest additions, please send an email to maclay@mac.com and we will update our listings accordingly! COFFEE, SANDWICHES, AND TAKEOUT
Savory & Sweet Escape
1 (508) 487-2225
Coffee, baked goods, pizza, homemade ice cream
Salty Market
1 (508) 487-0711
The old Dutra’s Market, recently upgraded
Box Lunch (Truro)
1 (508) 487-4545
Great wraps, sandwiches, and lobster rolls, in nearby Truro Central Village
Chequesset Chocolate
Artisanal chocolates, espresso and gifts, located near Salty Market
DINING OUT
Truro Vineyards of Cape Cod
1 (508) 487-6200
The essential Outer Cape experience - fine wines, vineyard tours, and gourmet food truck, all under the leadership of Cranberry Hill’s own Roberts family!
Montano’s Restaurant
1 (508) 487-2026
Truro’s year-round standby - homemade pasta and pizza, takeout available, great family dining with generous drink portions!
DINING IN
Cape Tip Seafood (Truro)
1 (508) 487-2164
Fresh catch seafood, shellfish, with a nice selection of fixin’s, in nearby Truro Central Village; wine, beer and spirits sold at the shop next door
HIllside Farmstand
1 (773) 538-7153
Avoid the Stop’n’Shop! Get local produce, fresh bread, minor groceries from this Truro Central Village standby (open seasonally)
ARTS AND ACTIVITIES
Highland Links Golf Course
1 (508) 487-9201
Spectacular links course with panoramic ocean and bay views
Pamet Harbor Yacht & Tennis Club
1 (508) 349-3772
Kayak and paddleboard rentals - gentle exploration of the Pamet River estuary and its wildlife
Castle Hill - Truro Center for the Arts
1 (508) 349-7511
Wide variety of art classes in every conceivable medium - short workshops throughout the season, accessible to every skill level
Payomet Performing Arts Center
1 (508) 487-5400
Truro’s indispensable music tent - live performance all summer long
Highland Lighthouse
1 (508) 487-1121
Cape Cod’s first lighthouse, reopening in 2022 after a thorough renovation - fascinating history, dramatic vistas
Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch
1 (800) 826-9300
Delightful three-hour tours, guided by naturalists - the ideal family activity, with whale sightings guaranteed
CRANBERRY HILL RULES
The latest Cranberry Hill rules and regulations can be found here.
TRURO PUBLIC SAFETY
Dial 911 for emergencies or 1 (508) 487-8730 to reach the public safety department directly.
TRURO BEACH OFFICE
For detailed information about our beautiful town beaches, including how to get seasonal, weekly and daily beach passes, visit the town beach office online or in person (open daily from 9-5 during beach season).
TOWN OF TRURO
All Cranberry Hill residents are encouraged to take an interest in town affairs. A wealth of information about town boards and services, including the transfer station, can be found on the town’s website.
FAST FERRY SERVICES
Cape Air is as expensive as flying to Paris. If you want to skip the traffic, use one of the two excellent fast ferry services between Boston and Provincetown (c. 100 minutes each way):
Bay State Cruise Company
1 (617) 748-1828
Smaller vessel with lovely outdoor space up top. On busy weekends, they often run two boats; if you’re early you can catch the first sailing.
Boston Harbor Cruises/City Experiences
1 (617) 227-4321
Larger vessel with more space inside. A bit less challenging in high seas.