Osterville
Osterville, one of Barnstable’s seven villages, is located on the southern side of the town along Nantucket Sound. Originally inhabited by the Cotochese Native People, the area was named Oyster Island Village by English settlers in 1639. After negotiations in 1648, it was turned over to Plymouth Colony, and the name evolved to Oysterville, later becoming Osterville around 1815. Today, Osterville is a quiet, mostly residential community with a charming commercial district. Crosby Yacht Yard, a staple since 1850, offers boat services and custom sailboats, including John F. Kennedy’s Victura . The Osterville Historical Museum showcases decorative arts, furniture, ceramics, and historic gardens, while Armstrong-Kelley Park features an arboretum and hillside trails.
Dowses Beach on East Bay offers a rock jetty and soft sand, and Joshua’s Pond has a residents- only beach for swimming. The Mass Audubon’s Skunknett River Wildlife Sanctuary provides tree- lined trails, freshwater ponds, and a variety of wildlife, including birds and amphibians. Osterville is also home to the exclusive Wianno and Oyster Harbors clubs, each with private beaches, golf courses, and tennis facilities. Homes range from oceanfront summer properties to large historic estates, reflecting the area’s affluence. With its mix of history, natural beauty, and upscale amenities, Osterville is a distinctive and desirable destination on Cape Cod.
Cape Cod Academy is a top-ranked coed college preparatory school for kindergarten through grade twelve. In addition to rigorous academics, this desirable private school offers its students opportunities to participate in a variety of artistic endeavors and engage in numerous sports on extensive fields, courts, indoor gym facilities, and an outdoor swimming pool.
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