Wequassett Resort and Golf Club

Wequassett Resort and Golf Club: a historic resort on Pleasant Bay

Wequassett Resort and Golf Club is a resort located in Harwich, on the Cape Cod peninsula (Massachusetts), on the shores of Pleasant Bay. The company describes itself as a coastal retreat with more than a century of history, which began as a small seaside inn and has become one of the most recognized destinations in the area. Its offering combines accommodations, dining, golf and nautical and family activities.

Accommodations: cottages, suites, villas and private homes

The resort offers different types of accommodations, including specialty rooms such as Hydrangea Cottage, signature suites, private homes, villas and cottages. The company notes that its guestrooms have recently been redesigned with an approach that combines timeless elegance with modern coastal design, inspired by the natural surroundings of Cape Cod. It also offers stay packages geared toward romantic getaways and family stays in the Lower Cape area.

Restaurants and bars

Dining is one of the cornerstones of the resort, with several distinct venues:

• twenty-eight Atlantic: a fine-dining restaurant housed in an 18th-century sea captain's home, with views of Pleasant Bay. It is recognized with five Forbes stars and its cuisine, led by Executive Chef James Hackney, focuses on New England dishes with fresh regional ingredients, such as lobster and halibut.
• Outer Bar: a casual waterfront spot with fresh seafood, cocktails and bay views; it operates as a seasonal summer option.
• Thoreau's: a cozy tavern in Outer Cape, with signature cocktails and seasonal cuisine, suitable for a drink by the fire or a casual meal.
• LiBAYtion: located by the pool, it offers light bites and frozen cocktails; open seasonally.
• The Verandahs: a relaxed dining space with panoramic views and Cape Cod flavors, with outdoor service.
• The Sill: a spot for freshly baked pastries and seasonal offerings.

Golf, activities and experiences

The club has a golf course and a program of activities that varies by season. Among the offerings the company describes are the pool, tennis, pickleball, paddleboarding, sailing, kayaking and canoeing on Pleasant Bay, as well as bike rides along the Cape Cod Rail Trail, autumn nature walks and coastal hikes. On the water, private whale-watching outings, scenic charters, fishing excursions and private boat rentals are offered. For families, the resort states that it has seasonal children's programs and accommodations designed for multi-generational stays.

Wequassett also maintains an official collaboration with BMW that gives guests access to three models of the brand on the property: XM, X7 M60i and the 740xi Series sedan.

Events, meetings and celebrations

The resort has spaces for corporate meetings, company retreats and team-building activities, with rooms overlooking the ocean and landscaped terraces. It also hosts weddings with panoramic bay views and private celebrations, such as family reunions or anniversaries. The programming includes wine-paired dinners, live music, family festivals and holiday events.

Recognition

The company highlights several awards and distinctions: it is the only resort on Cape Cod with double Forbes Five-Star recognition and one of nine in the country with that honor, according to its own presentation. The hotel has received five stars from Forbes Travel Guide every year since 2016, and its restaurant twenty-eight Atlantic has earned them since 2021. It is also listed as a winner of the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards since 2015 and has been ranked by US News and World Report as the best hotel on Cape Cod and the best resort in Massachusetts.

Setting and general services

The resort is located in Harwich, next to Pleasant Bay, in an area close to beaches, boat excursions and the villages of the Lower Cape. The hotel reception is open 24 hours; dining, golf and activity hours vary by season. The company maintains an events calendar and a blog section on its website.

Location and contact

2173 Head of the Bay Road, Route 28, Harwich, MA 02645 · Phone: (508) 432-5400 · Email: info@wequassett.com · Hours: Reception open 24 hours; dining, golf and activity hours vary.