Cape Cod homes can be fairly similar to the traditional American Colonial homes that were built at the same time period in the colonies farther south, like Virginia. There are a few elements specific to the homes on the Cape, however.
Cape Cods were modest, wood-framed houses that were typically one-room deep. They had shingles or clapboard exteriors that turned that classic light gray color as they weathered over time. The roof is often steep with gabled dormer windows. They are also known for their low profile and flat front facade.