Plymouth? (Carver, North Plymouth: lease, home, neighborhoods)

[RLCMA]

Wow you moved from the Mid Cape to Plymouth. What were you thinking? I love the Cape and would definitely not pick Plymouth over it but everyone is different. I lived in Bourne for 8 years but I fell in love with the Lower and Outer Cape. I was also born in NJ (Cumberland County) and lived in MA all my life minus my first 6 months. I also lived in South Plymouth (Cedarville) at White Cliffs. I would say the Cape was my favorite place to live in MA. If I ever move back it'll either be there or Boston.

[Hurrah]

We moved from Dennis to Plymouth because hubby took a job in Boston and the commute was easier. (Plus I really hate the summer tourist traffic jams) This way we can visit the Cape easy enough when we want to. We're there often enough. I've probably seen you around. LOL

[RLCMA]

Ahh ok. That makes sense. Dennis is a nice town. I'm sure we have seen each other around. The Cape is a very small place and you tend to run into the same people over and over. I spent most of my time in Hyannis for the nightlife. However, I used to go to Ying's in Dennis Port for sushi and drinks quite a bit. It actually has a new name now and I wasn't impressed with it last time I was there. I think there may be a new owner. It's pretty Euro in there. If you're a drinker and hit up the bars I'm sure you've seen me around.

[ProvGuy]

Plymouth has a nice downtown with good restaurants, some nice beaches and some great ponds (Herring Pond). Other than that, it's rapidly becoming giant strip mall. Colony Place is like a giant retail tumor that keeps growing.

[RLCMA]

Yeah I do enjoy the restaurants and bars in Plymouth. I wouldn't want to live in Plymouth again though.

[BillyPilgrim]

And we're just as happy you don't. You probably don't tip, either.

[RLCMA]

Umm ok? I actually tip 20% wherever I go. What does tipping have to do with not wanting to live in Plymouth? Get a life Billy the Pilgrim.

[jendow]

I grew up in Plymouth, live in Central MA now, and still have family there. I would second what Hurrah says about the local gov. They aren't getting the job done, and I don't think they have in my lifetime. The schools aren't good - it's the 11th largest system in the state.

In-town traffic is still not bad at all, but Rt3 to Boston is currently the worst eastern MA commute. The beach is nice ( I grew up within walking distance), but unless you have a lot of time during the summer, (teachers-hours or not working) most of Eastern MA is close enough to drive to a decent beach on the weekends anyway.

And I am assuming you know there is a nuclear power plant located on the ocean in Manomet.

[jasrai]

I moved to plymouth 3 yrs ago and live in the Chiltonville area of town, it is a short walk to downtown and very close to the public beaches yet quite peaceful and very spacious unlike manomet and downtown, which are quite confined.

I'm not so sure why people on here don't positively rate Plymouth, it's a great place for kids and adults, there is a good downtown thats always growing with a vibrant waterfront, its very safe and there are some great parks and forests all within 10 minutes drive. I've lived in affluent areas such as Back Bay and Lexington and Plymouth is just as safe and friendly as those communities.

I guess some people just feel more safe where the average house price is 1 million +, the other thing i like about Plymouth is its only 25 mins from the cape and 45 mins from boston, its on the commuter rail as well, though it could run a little more frequently.

As for the vibe here, its definatley family orientated but a lot more younger people are moving in because of the higher property prices nearer boston. Economically it seems to be booming something new is always being built and the prospect of this new Hollywood East studio seems to be driving growth even more.

I have spent 2 yrs building my perfect home a fully renovated antique farmhouse ... only to finish it and then land a position that requires me to be back in boston. So now i am thinking of selling or even leasing for a longer term ... if the original poster is interested give me a shout, i'm about to put the house on the market next week but may consider other options.

Jas

[rmh1]

Hi, Im the original poster. We still haven't found a place and are looking for a 2 yr rental- is that an option? I kind of crossed Plymouth off the list as it is so far down Rte 3, is your home by any chance in northern Plymouth?