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West Barnstable, MA
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Two dogs playfully leap into the water, splashing against a backdrop of blue sky and sea.

Come. Sit. Stay.

A Pet Friendly Destination

We're pet and people friendly!

Your pet can also come along and enjoy the laid-back luxury of our unique pet-friendly Cape Cod destination!

Traveling with your furry offspring can be challenging. Take advantage of our pet-friendly lodging on Cape Cod, and we'll help point out dog-friendly beaches, fun things to do with your pooch, pet-friendly ferries to the islands and whale watching and pet-friendly outdoor dining (or just simply relax poolside with a beer and a bowl of water!).

Below are some great ear perks and tail wags! Scroll down for pet policies and pet friendly ideas!

Cover of Yankee magazine featuring a woman in a white dress standing in grassy terrain near the coast, with the title "ISLANDS YOU'LL LOVE."
"#1 Pet friendly property in New England" ~ Yankee Magazine
CNN logo with a globe illustration.
"One of the top 12 pet friendly properties in the World." ~ CNN
Cover of Cape Cod Magazine featuring a lighthouse and a house, with the headline "6 Winter Stories."
2020 WINNER! "Best Mid-Cape Pet Friendly Lodging" ~ Cape Cod Life Magazine
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"One of the Top 8 Dog-Friendly Properties in North America." ~ TUGO INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS INSURANCE, 2019
A wet black dog stands near the shoreline with its tongue out.

"Pet Etiquette"

  • There is a $25/day pet fee . Dogs arriving without advanced notification will be charged $50/day
  • 40-pound pet weight restriction, July-September​ (possible exceptions, please inquire)
  • 1-year age minimum requirement for dogs
  • No more than 2 dogs allowed in a room
  • Aggressive dogs need not apply. If you’re concerned with your dog around others, please leave them behind
  • Dogs cannot be left in the room unattended when leaving the property. *If your pooch can demonstrate that they will not bark, cry or scratch at the door when alone, exceptions may be made for shorter periods
  • Dogs must be leashed while on the property
  • Our Inn will only accept 3-4 pets at a time. Please inquire before booking yours
  • We ask that all dogs (and owners) be well groomed prior to arrival
  • If you need it, bring bedding or a portable carrier for your pet
  • Pet sheets, towels, and water bowls are available free of charge at the Inn
  • No Cape Cod souvenirs left behind! We have 4 acres for your pooch to walk on and ask that you please pick up after them.
A sandy beach with tall grass and a wooden fence along the shoreline under a clear blue sky.

Nearby Walkies

The Inn is lucky to be surrounded with dog-friendly conservation trails and a beautiful rocky beach within walking distance. Treat Fido to an adventure after breakfast, after all, he had to sit their drooling while you ate! Later in the day, you can follow one of our free self-guided driving tours to find the Cape's best dog-friendly restaurants, trails, parks, beaches, and ponds!

A dog and a cat curiously eye a plate of hamburgers on a table.

Doggie Dining & Pet Pampering

Dining with your pooch means finding a restaurant that has outdoor dining (weather permitting) and is pet-friendly. We have a couple of fun eateries within a 2 minutes drive! A few more minutes from the Inn is Main St, Hyannis, with plenty of pet-friendly outdoor dining, including the Cape's BEST lobster roll on a pet friendly beach!

A bulldog joyfully splashes through the shallow surf.

Pet Friendly Beaches

There aren't a ton of 'em, but there are several pet-friendly beaches around for when Fido craves a mouth full of salty surf. Again, we'll help you orchestrate your days with our free pet-friendly self-guided driving tours! If you're afraid you won't be able to get around the way you'd like with your pet, don't worry, we've got yer back!

A whale's tail splashes above the ocean surface.

Pet Friendly Whale Watching

Cape Cod is home to some of the most amazing whale watching in the world. Although our nearby Barnstable Harbor whale watch boat does not accept dogs, we know one that does! Want to take your pooch on a whale watch? We'll make that happen!

A dachshund dressed in a pilot's uniform and sunglasses sits confidently in a boat.

Pet Friendly Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard

If watching reruns of Gilligan's Island while you're at work has piqued Fido's curiosity, both the island ferries accept pets at no cost and are docked 15 minutes from the Inn. Once on Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard with a pet your options for dining & sightseeing may be limited, but you can still have a great time! We'll send you along with lots of info and recommendations

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DOGGIE DAY CARE & OVER NIGHTS

Looking for a reputable, friendly and “luxurious” place to drop off your pooch BEFORE you arrive to Cape Cod?

Check out The Barker House, just 20 minutes before the Cape Cod bridges, it’s a Lamb and Lion Inn favorite!