McPhee Associates is a trusted Cape Cod custom home builder with more than fifty years of experience designing and constructing luxury homes across the region. We specialize in custom homes that honor traditional Cape architecture while providing the comfort, style, and craftsmanship expected in a luxury residence. As one of the best home builders on Cape Cod, we guide you through every stage of the process to create a new home that reflects your vision and enhances your lifestyle.
Client partnership is central to our approach. Whether you are building a classic shingle style Cape home or a modern coastal retreat, our team collaborates with you on every detail. Our reputation as a top Cape Cod home builder has been earned through precision, quality work, and exceptional client satisfaction.
Why McPhee for Custom Home Building?
At McPhee Associates, we understand that a new home is a significant personal investment. Therefore, we prioritize frequent communication with you, ensuring every aspect of your custom home – from preliminary designs to the final details – matches your vision. Your satisfaction is our top priority, so we tailor our approach to meet your unique needs in all phases of the custom home-building process.
Recognizing the demands of modern life, especially for clients who may live away from Cape Cod or have busy schedules, we simplify the custom home-building experience. Our efficient system Buildertrend is a secure and an easy-to-use online web portal that puts your home building project at your fingertips 24/7. You can view progress photos, recent activity, plans and designs, and more – regardless of location or schedule.
Our commitment to you extends beyond the build. We offer a responsive communication channel where you can ask questions or voice concerns anytime. Our swift response system ensures you’re always heard and supported throughout the home-building journey.
With over 50 years of experience building homes, McPhee Associates of Cape Cod brings a legacy of excellence in custom home construction. Over the years, our home building and remodeling projects have been recognized with numerous awards for excellence in their category.
In 2021, we earned the Builder of the Year Award from Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Cape Cod (HBRACC). A year later, in 2022, Bob and Rob McPhee received the prestigious 2022 Legends of the Industry Award from the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Massacusetts (HBRAMA).
Finally, we understand that building a custom home is about realizing your dream. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to create the kind of home you want to enjoy – and will ultimately LOVE. With McPhee Associates, you’re not just building a house, but crafting your future. There is no greater reward to us than a satisfied customer, and the future referrals we often receive from them.
Our Custom Home Building Process
Initial Consultation and Vision Planning
Every home begins with a conversation. We learn about your goals, architectural preferences, and lifestyle needs. Whether you already have plans or require full design services, we help you choose the approach that fits your property and vision.
Architectural Design and Material Selections
We collaborate with architects and designers to develop detailed plans and assist with selecting materials and finishes that reflect your aesthetic. From traditional Cape detailing to contemporary coastal elements, we help you shape a cohesive and timeless design.
Budget Development and Proposal
Before construction begins, you receive a clear and accurate budget. Our transparent process provides confidence in the investment required for your custom home, making us one of the most reliable custom home builders on Cape Cod.
Construction and Craftsmanship
Our skilled team manages construction with care and precision. From framing to finishes, we coordinate every step and ensure the work aligns with your plans. As an experienced design-build contractor, we streamline communication and provide continuity throughout every phase of the project.
Final Review and Ongoing Support
When your home is complete, we walk through each detail with you. Our relationship does not end at move-in. We remain available to support you long after the project is finished.
Cost and Timeline Expectations for a Custom Cape Cod Home
Building a custom home on Cape Cod involves a range of variables, including architectural complexity, site conditions, lot location, coastal engineering, and desired level of luxury. During the design phase, we create a detailed cost outline so you understand the investment before construction begins.
Project timelines vary based on design, permitting, and site requirements. Coastal towns may require conservation or zoning approvals. Our long-standing experience in these areas allows us to anticipate challenges and move the project forward efficiently. You receive a realistic schedule supported by consistent updates throughout the build.
Custom Home Building Inspiration
Buzzards Bay Overlook | Falmouth, MA
This custom-built home in Falmouth, MA epitomizes coastal luxury with its serene oceanfront setting. Buzzards Bay Overlook was designed and built to provide ocean views from all rooms in the main part of the house, while creating a waterfront outdoor living space on the outside. It is a classic Shingle Style Cape Cod house characterized by asymmetrical rooflines and dormers, with a Craftsman-style influence. Inside, nautical accents like white shiplap in the trim, and a neutral palette with pops of navy, allow the view to take command.
Builder: McPhee Associates
Architect: John Dvorsack, AIA
Mill Point Seascape | Harwich, MA
Mill Point Seascape is a custom-built, traditional Cape Cod home in Harwich, MA, that showcases quintessential New England charm. The exterior features classic white cedar shingles and red cedar shingle roof with authentic hinged shutters in Admiralty Blue. Inside, a professionally decorated home provides an elegant living space with nautical decor, luxurious rooms with exquisite finishes, and a fully finished lower level equipped with a golf simulator room.
Builder: by McPhee Associates
Architect: Patrick Ahearn, Architects
Windward East Lot 10 | East Dennis, MA
McPhee Associates designed and built this custom home located in the exclusive Windward East community of East Dennis. Lush greenery surrounds the classic home, enhancing the home’s timeless Cape Cod style. With meticulous attention to detail, natural light fills the interior, highlighting the rich oak flooring and layered millwork. Each space harmoniously blends sophistication with the comfort of coastal living.
Designer and Builder: McPhee Associates
Frequently Asked Questions
Our fifty years of experience, award-winning craftsmanship, and proven design-build process position us among the best and most trusted builders in the region. We deliver luxury custom homes tailored to each client’s vision.
Costs vary based on size, location, engineering requirements, and the level of luxury desired. During the design phase, we provide a clear and accurate budget so you understand the investment before construction begins.
Yes. Many clients live outside the region. Buildertrend allows you to follow your Cape home’s progress with updates, photos, documents, and communication all in one place.
Yes. As a design-build contractor, we manage the entire process from planning through construction, ensuring a cohesive experience and consistent quality.
We build a range of Cape Cod styles, from classic shingle homes to modern coastal designs. Each home is tailored to your preferences and lot characteristics.
Yes. We remain available long after move-in to answer questions and provide support whenever needed. We offer property management to help with that.
About McPhee Associates | Cape Cod Home Builder
McPhee Associates is a trusted Cape Cod custom home builder with more than fifty years of experience crafting homes that reflect the character and beauty of coastal living. We specialize in luxury custom homes designed around your style, needs, and long-term vision.
In addition to custom home building, our services include renovations, additions, architectural design, property management, and real estate support. This full-service model provides homeowners with a single, dependable partner for building, enhancing, and maintaining their Cape Cod property.
Areas We Serve
McPhee is based in East Dennis, in the Mid-Cape region of Cape Cod. We serve all of Barnstable County, including Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet, Eastham, Orleans, Harwich, Chatham, Brewster, Dennis, Yarmouth, Barnstable, Sandwich, Mashpee, Falmouth, and Bourne.
Create Your Dream Home With Us
Transform your vision into a luxury Cape Cod home. Choose McPhee Associates for craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and outstanding service.
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