Ship's Knees Inn

The Ship's Knees Inn is a lovley way to experance Cape Cod. We will return soon.

Ship's Knees was a great place to stay in a perfect location. It's about a 5-7 minute walk to Nauset Beach and a short drive to lots of restaurants and shopping in Orleans. The pool was an added benefit with complimentary towels. The room we stayed in was a tad small (no place to lay out suitcases), but that may not be the case for all rooms at the inn. The owners were very welcoming and helpful.

We stayed at the Ship's Knees Inn in April of 2011, just as the weather began to warm up. It is a charming house, a bit small, but the rooms are comfortable and the decor makes you feel like you are spending a few evenings in a time gone bye. A walk through the upstairs hallway is particularly intriguing. The breakfast was the best we had in our 2 week tour of New England. The scones are to die for. The inn is situated a mile or so from a public beach, 10 minutes from many places to eat, 30 minutes from Chatham (which was one of my favorite towns we visited) and an easy day trip from the upper arm of Cape Cod. Would definitely recommend staying here, and will return again.

I stay at the Inn once a year, usually for a couple of nights, to walk Nauset Beach and go to a couple of Cape League baseball games. Peter and Denise are terrific - welcoming, engaging, helpful. I've stayed in several different rooms, ranging from small to spacious. All wonderful if you like "old Cape" style accommodations. If you like Nauset, you can't beat this location.

People have a lot of different criteria regarding what they want and need in a vacation lodging. My companion & I wanted something quiet and peaceful where we could spend a few days. Before we found Ship's Knees Inn we had been looking at places in Provincetown, but soon realized that area was quite busy and crowded. We were both so glad to have found this lovely quiet place in East Orleans. We visited in the "shoulder season" (late April in our case) so there weren't a lot of visitors yet either in town or at the Inn. i.e. things were quiet and very peaceful. Our room was sweet and felt very private (we chose rm 4 which has a private entrance) Everything about the place and our stay exceeded our expectations. We have agreed in retrospect we would do it all over again without hesitation and we would certainly choose Ship's Knees Inn again. What a lovely place!

My husband and I were in Providence, RI for a family wedding and decided to take a side trip to Cape Cod. What a find this inn was! We couldn't have been happier with our stay there. Our room was clean and cozy, and we loved the beach cottage-y decor. The continental breakfast was very good, lots to choose from. The location can't be beat (just 1/4 mile from Nauset Beach!), and Denise is a wonderful hostess. The only problem with our stay was that it was too short! We definitely recommend Ship's Knees Inn, and hope very much to return before too long.

First time back in thirty years,don't know why we waited so long. Spent our honeymoon there in 1981. Really enjoy the way the rooms have maintained that old inn look. Very quiet and relaxing. Denise Butcher was very friendly, made you feel like you were coming home. Continental breakfest was very good. Looking forward to returning in the spring to enjoy the outside patio and fireplace

I stayed at the Ship's Knees Inn twice last year and had a lovely time on both visits. It was nice being so close to Nauset Beach - easy walking distance! And Peter and Denise are wonderful hosts. I can't wait to go back again this year. Five Stars!!! Laura Lepine Cape Elizabeth ME

This is a charming place, with warm and friendly owners. The breakfast was very delectable, and the decor was delightful.

Pleasant, friendly staff and environment. Nice comfortable room. Close to beach. A relaxing experience. Would definitely recommend.

We found a wonderful bed & breakfast inn 3 years ago on Cape Cod, Orleans, MA. Denise and Peter Butcher are great people. We will be back again next year. I would recommend this place to anyone!

My husband and I visited the inn for our 34th wedding anniversary. Actually, my husband planned everything on his own. The innkeepers had champagne waiting for us. I was so cozy and comfortable.

I loved my weekend stay. The owners were very personable. the continental breakfast was delicious. The outdoor fire pit was a nice way to end the night.

Have been in lots places, that place is a real paradise...Will be back this year, and the nest one...every summer :)))

Yes indeed we spent 8 wonderful days at the Ship's Knees Inn. An ample breakfast outdoors, Denise and Peter so kind and helpful even when we had lost the key for the third time. A 5' walk to the most beautiful and clean beach, Nauset beach. I hope very much to be able to come again!

Reasonable prices get you a comfortable room, very clean with lovely little decorations. Wireless internet worked great. Walk to the beach or sit in a comfy chair on the lawn, the grounds were very well kept. Yummy breakfast and friendly, happy staff. Make sure to get a room away from the construction until that finishes. Really great location!