At CMS Landscape, our design and build team works with discerning homeowners to craft elegant, site-sensitive landscapes that balance beauty, function, and longevity. Whether you live here year-round or seasonally, these five essential outdoor features elevate your Cape Cod property from well-kept to truly exceptional.

1. Custom Natural Stone Patios

A patio is the heart of any outdoor living space, and natural stone delivers the refinement Cape Cod estates deserve. Granite, bluestone, and reclaimed cobblestone offer unmatched durability and visual character that improve with age.

Unlike generic pavers, natural stone complements the historic architecture and coastal palette found throughout the region. CMS designs patios that are more than surfaces – they are spaces for dining, gathering, and relaxing in effortless style.

Why it matters: Adds lasting value, resists weathering, and becomes a seamless extension of your home’s architecture.

2. Gathering Spaces with Fire Features

Creating space for connection is essential in any luxury landscape. Built-in stone or natural wood seating areas around a central feature – such as a fire bowl, linear gas flame, or sculptural fire pit – provide structure and purpose to your outdoor space without feeling overly formal.

At CMS, we design custom gathering spaces that feel as considered as any indoor room. These elements encourage conversation, extend outdoor living into cooler seasons, and create natural focal points within the landscape.

Why it matters: Offers a welcoming destination within the garden, supports year-round enjoyment, and elevates the functionality of your outdoor space.

3. Native Plantings That Enhance and Protect

In Cape Cod landscapes, beauty and responsibility often go hand in hand. Many homeowners today are choosing native plantings not just for their natural charm, but for their adaptability, resilience, and ecological benefits.

At CMS Landscape, we work closely with clients to plan and implement native plantings that satisfy both personal preferences and local regulatory requirements. Whether you’re embracing native species to support pollinators, reduce maintenance, or fulfill local conservation commission guidelines, our team brings deep experience and thoughtful design to the process.

Native gardens can be coastal or woodland-inspired. We carefully select species that thrive in your property’s specific conditions, ensuring they blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape while supporting long-term success.

Why it matters: Promotes ecological health, simplifies maintenance, and can help meet local environmental standards – all while elevating the natural beauty of your outdoor space.

4. Expertly Timed Lawn Renovations

A healthy, vibrant lawn is the canvas upon which the rest of your landscape is built. But after a summer of intense heat, drought stress, or fungal conditions, even the most carefully maintained lawns can show signs of fatigue. That’s why fall lawn renovations have become one of the smartest upgrades Cape Cod homeowners can make.

At CMS, we offer three levels of biologically enhanced renovation – ranging from precision aeration and organic soil amendments to our full nine-step renovation process that includes double aeration, mechanical seeding, compost topdressing, and post-care monitoring. Our process restores depleted turf, improves root development, and builds soil health, ensuring your lawn not only looks better next spring, but thrives year after year.

Fall offers the ideal conditions for seed germination and turf restoration like cooler nights, consistent moisture, and fewer weed pressures. And like every CMS service, it’s handled proactively, precisely, and without compromise.

Why it matters: Restores elegance after summer stress, improves long-term soil health, and sets the foundation for a flawless lawn come spring.

5. Privacy Screening and Windbreaks

Privacy is essential for many Cape Cod homeowners, especially in waterfront or densely settled neighborhoods. A well-planned privacy planting or windbreak can frame views, reduce noise, and protect against coastal winds – all while adding visual appeal.

We use layered plantings and evergreen hedging to soften property lines and define outdoor rooms. For homes exposed to strong breezes, these green barriers improve comfort without sacrificing beauty.

Why it matters: Enhances comfort, protects plantings, and creates a sense of retreat on your property.

Your Cape Cod Estate, Elevated by Design

A truly luxurious landscape blends function and elegance at every turn. These five features are just the beginning. At CMS Landscape, our design and build services are tailored to your property, your aesthetic, and your lifestyle. Every element is thoughtfully crafted, installed with precision, and maintained with concierge-level care.