Cape Cod-style homes are timeless for a reason. Their symmetrical façade, steep roofs, and neutral color palette have made them a perennial favorite beyond the coastal region. But what defines this ...

In its purest form, the word that best describes the Cape Cod is compact. The traditional versions of this home stand at a mere one-and-a-half stories, with the half snugly situated under the roof.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Summer is quickly approaching, which means it's almost time to head back to my happy place: Cape Cod. I've been relishing in my ...