We've all been asked by hotels to "hang up our towels" as a sign that we are willing to use them, as well as the bedsheets, for more than one day.  This option is given as a chance to save on the energy required to launder them. Some of us do this, and some, probably not. However, this summer, Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club on Cape Cod is incentivizing this eco-friendly option with a savings of 20% to 45% off peak summer rates with their Go Green promotion.

Those booking Arbor Village accommodations for week-long summer stays, and opting to forgo housekeeping services, will receive deep discounts from June through September 6.  Seasonal weekly stays will range from $875 to $1,750 (that's just $125 to $250/N) plus tax and resort service charge, for a spacious one-bedroom unit with full kitchen, dining area, living room with a full size pull-out sofa, washer/dryer, free Wi-Fi and balconies or terraces.

This special offer was designed to help guests adhere to travel budgets while doing something positive for the environment, and experiencing the Cape during its most popular season. As an added bonus, guests taking advantage of this program and staying four nights or more receive a $50 resort credit to use towards dining, spa treatments or golf on the region's only Nicklaus Design 18-hole course.

Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club is located in Brewster, Massachusetts, and is situated on 429 pine-scented acres on a majestic bluff overlooking Cape Cod Bay. The centerpiece of the resort is the 1912 Victorian-style Nickerson Mansion, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. There are 90 hotel rooms and 29 two-and three bedroom villas on the Mansion side, and the remaining 216 one- two- and three-bedroom villas are situated in Arbor Villages overlooking Ocean Edge's new Nicklaus Design golf course.  Guestrooms and vacation villas have been substantially upgraded with fresh and contemporary Cape Cod-style furnishings, floorings and finishes.  Complimentary shuttle service ferries guests throughout the resort.

If you don't want to cook in your villa, there are four restaurant options: The Ocean Grille for regional American cuisine with ingredients from the resort's own herb garden; Bayzo's, an English-style pub with billiards tables; Reef Café for indoor/outdoor casual dining and Linx Tavern for indoor/outdoor dining at the golf clubhouse, plus three poolside Snack Cabanas.

All guests have access to a 700-foot-long private beach, a USPTA-certified tennis complex, a fitness center and exercise studio, and an indoor pool and three outdoor pool, two toddler pools, hot tubs, bicycle rentals and more. This historic New England retreat provides many activities, such as popular outdoor movies, tidal walks, croquet, golf, tennis, spinning and swimming lessons; yoga and Pilates on the beach, and spa treatments.  Pick up the 26-mile Cape Cod Rail Trail righ on Ocean Edge's property. With trails leading to the Cape Cod National Seashore and Provincetown, this is a scenic and fun way to explore the area.

Ocean EdgeVenture organizes day and night activities, including croquet matches and kite making, for children ages 4-12 from its own clubhouse through September 1, while teens enjoy junior tennis and golf clinics.  Planning a big family event? Check out the just-opened Mansion Ballroom, a 4,500-square-foot venue perfect for wedding and other special events for up to 300 guests. Read FTF's full coverage on a family vacation at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club here.

To book the Go Green promotion visit www.oceanedge.com or call 800/343-6074 and mention Go Green. Discounted nightly rates are also available.