If the shopping malls start stocking Christmas wreaths and putting away the cornucopias before they even appear on the shelves, get into the fall foliage - leaf peeking - autumn harvest spirit with this family beach vacation deal at the Cape Codder Resort. Beach vacation?

Yes, okay, it's off season. But it's still a beach and a fun and restful family vacation getaway for those on a budget.

Fun family amenities at the Cape Codder include the resort’s invigorating spa treatments, live music on weekends, and a gift shop for souvenirs and trinkets. Best of all for most families who are huddled inside during the school week is their fun waterpark, under cover, with an indoor wave pool, filled with slides, waterfalls, whirlpools, saunas and everything a kid (or parent) could dream of.

Perfact for a chilly Cape Cod weekend.

For other treats at the resort, the Hearth ‘n Kettle and Grand Cru Wine Bar & Grill restaurants provide a cozy family atmosphere and hearty eats for everyone.

Through November 30, or the cranberry harvest season, the Cape Codder Resort & Spa offers the Cranberry Harvest Package.  (This is cranberry bog territory.) 

For a $139/N rate, your family of four can book a Cape Codder room with two queen beds, and use the indoor waterpark, spa and enjoy the area's sights.

You will receive a $40 credit for a soothing treatment or spa products from their on-site spa, or keepsakes from our gift shop -- a good offer if you want to get in some early holiday shopping.

In addition, as part of this offer, families will receive a 

• Welcome gift


• Dinner for two at Grand Cru Wine Bar and Grill or Hearth 'n Kettle Restaurant, where kids' fare is on hand (you will actually receive $40 in meal allowance)


• Seasonally discounted rate

Be sure to check out the Cape  Codder Resort website for more details and reservations or call toll free at 888/297-2200.

Also, don’t forget to read up on FTF’s articles for nearby attractions and more information on the Cape Cod area.