Seaside Cannabis Dispensary in Orleans MA

Seaside Cannabis, a Cape Cod original

On the outer Cape, where Route 6A and Route 28 meet their ends, there is a dispensary that does flower a little differently. Seaside Cannabis Co. in Orleans invites you to walk up to the counter, see and smell the flower, and have it weighed out just for you, deli style. Read on for everything to know before you visit Seaside Cannabis Dispensary in Orleans MA.

Seaside calls its approach “Local. Passionate. Purposeful. Personal.” It is locally owned, it is built by people who grew up on Cape Cod, and it describes itself as award-winning, displaying Cape Cod’s Choice Awards winner badges for 2024 and 2025 on its website. Here is a closer look at the shop on Lots Hollow Road.

Built by Cape Codders

Seaside’s story starts with its founders. The company says they grew up on Cape Cod and fought for safe, legal access to cannabis there, advocating in more than seven Cape Cod towns. It describes them as founding entrepreneurs in a new industry, and the store as the result of that work.

The team behind the counter follows the same idea. Seaside describes its staff as a dynamic team of seasoned professionals and advocates from a range of professional backgrounds.

Open since December 2023

The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission lists the store at 14 Lots Hollow Road in Orleans as an active, licensed cannabis retailer, open since December 4, 2023.

The Commission also notes that Seaside came through the state’s expedited review for Social Equity Program participants, a program meant to help people from communities hit hardest by past cannabis enforcement get into the industry.

The Flower Market: deli-style flower

Here is what makes Seaside stand out. Its Flower Market is what the company calls Cape Cod’s first deli-style flower bar.

It works in three simple steps. First, check the Flower Market menu, which is its own special menu because the flower is fresh and sold in bulk. Second, come in, see and smell the options, and the staff will weigh out the buds you choose. Third, enjoy.

The Flower Market sorts its options in a way that is easy to shop, with staff picks and groupings such as Happy and Fun, Sleep and Relaxation, and Relief and Recovery. It also has its own value line, Nauset Nugs, which Seaside describes as flower sourced at the lowest prices available in Massachusetts. You can even add bulk flower to an online order.

At the Flower Market you can also learn about local growers and the attributes of each strain. Staff are on hand with recommendations, and Seaside says customers can sometimes even meet the cultivators behind the flower.

How Seaside picks its flower

Seaside’s main sourcing strategy is relationships. The company says it works closely with top growers in Massachusetts to bring the best flower in the state to Cape Cod. Before a strain makes the cut, Seaside says it checks the full cannabinoid profile, confirms the flower has been cured properly, and looks at the strain’s genetics and the cultivator’s reputation. The goal, in its words, is to balance quality and price to offer the most value.

Cold drinks and Purpose Walls

Seaside has a couple more tricks. The company says it carries the largest selection of cold cannabis beverages in the state, so if you prefer to sip rather than smoke, this is a good place to explore.

The store also has what it calls Purpose Walls, displays that help you learn which products may suit what you are looking for. Pair them with a question or two at the counter and you will leave with a good idea of where to start.

What else is on the shelves

Beyond the Flower Market, Seaside’s menu covers the full range:

Flower and deli-style flower
Pre-rolls
Edibles
Cold beverages
Concentrates
Vaporizers
Tinctures
Topicals
Accessories

Seaside says it builds relationships with top-tier growers and producers to stock its shelves, and it keeps a Brands page on its website if you want to see who it works with.

The store’s Learn section is full of local flavor and practical reading, from guides to pre-roll sizes and infusions and the different types of vapes, to a piece on the terpene d-limonene, which Seaside explains is part of what gives cannabis its aroma. There is even a list of top tips for buying cannabis on Cape Cod and a staff pick spotlight, so you can see what the team reaches for.

Three ways to shop

Seaside gives you options at every visit. You can order ahead online, use the in-store kiosks to browse and order on your own, step up to the deli-style bud bar, or go through full-service checkout with a staff member. Choose whatever matches your mood, whether you are in a hurry on a summer Saturday or have time to linger at the flower bar and ask questions.

Join the VIP Club

Seaside’s VIP Club is free to join. Members get exclusive deals, limited strains, product drops and early access to special happenings at the store. If you are on the Cape for more than a weekend, it is worth the sign-up.

A store that gives back

Seaside’s values include being purposeful, which it defines as aiming to make a positive impact in the community. It names its community partners: E for All South Coast, LOVE.LIVE.LOCAL and the Orleans Recreation Department. It also says it works with local organizations that promote economic activity in the underserved Cape Cod region, and that it prioritizes local businesses and brands.

Plan your visit

Hours. Seaside is open seven days a week. Check the store’s website for current hours before you go, especially during the busy summer season.

Location. 14 Lots Hollow Road, Orleans, MA 02653, directly off old exit 12, now exit 89, in Orleans.

Parking. Seaside says there is ample parking.

Paying. Cash and debit are accepted, and there is an ATM on the premises. Credit cards are not accepted.

Satisfaction. Seaside keeps its return approach simple: “We want you to be satisfied.” Refunds are handled based on the situation, and missing receipts are handled case by case.

Adults 21+. Seaside is an adult-use dispensary. Bring a valid, government-issued ID showing you are 21 or older.

Massachusetts cannabis basics

Visiting the Cape from out of town? Here are the rules from the state’s Cannabis Control Commission:

Age. 21 or older, with a government-issued ID for retail purchases.
Carrying. Up to two ounces in public.
At home or in your rental. Up to 10 ounces at home, and anything over two ounces must be locked up.
Where to use it. Not in public places and not on federal land. That matters on the Cape, since the Cape Cod National Seashore is federal land.
In the car. No open containers in the passenger area. Use a closed container in the trunk or a locked glove compartment, and never drive under the influence.
Heading home. Cannabis cannot cross state lines, so it stays in Massachusetts, and it cannot be mailed.

Your first visit, step by step

Peek at the Flower Market menu. It lists the fresh, bulk flower before you arrive.
Bring your ID. A valid government ID showing you are 21 or older.
See and smell. Walk up to the deli-style bar and let the staff weigh out what you like.
Grab a cold one. Check out the cold cannabis beverages while you are there.
Join the VIP Club. It is free, and it gets you first word on drops and happenings.

Getting to Seaside

Seaside sits at 14 Lots Hollow Road, right off exit 89 on Route 6, the exit that used to be numbered 12. Orleans is where both Route 6A and Route 28 end, and the store calls the town the commercial hub of the outer Cape. The Get directions button on this page opens the store in Google Maps.

Make a day of it in Orleans

Orleans makes a great base for a Cape Cod day. Pilgrims from the Plymouth Colony settled the area in 1693, and it separated from Eastham to become its own town in 1797. It is named for Louis Philippe II, Duke of Orleans, in thanks for France’s support during the American Revolution. About 6,300 people live here year-round, with 6,307 counted in the 2020 census.

Water is everywhere: roughly 37 percent of the town’s area is water, and its shoreline takes in Pleasant Bay, Town Cove, Nauset Harbor and Rock Harbor, with the Atlantic on one side and Cape Cod Bay on the other.

The town has some surprising history too. Residents fought off British marines from HMS Newcastle in 1814, and in July 1918 a German submarine shelled the town during World War I. In 1898, a French Cable Company transatlantic telegraph cable came ashore here, linking Orleans to Europe.

Local kids attend schools in the Nauset Regional School District. In summer, catch the Orleans Firebirds, a collegiate team in the Cape Cod Baseball League, at Eldredge Park.

Why Seaside Cannabis Orleans is worth the drive

Seaside brings something different to the outer Cape. You get Cape Cod’s first deli-style flower bar, a big selection of cold cannabis drinks, Purpose Walls that help you choose, and a team built by locals who fought for legal access in their own towns. Add easy parking right off exit 89 and a free VIP Club, and it is an easy stop on any Cape Cod trip.

See it, smell it, have it weighed out fresh, and enjoy the Cape.

For adults 21 and over. Please consume responsibly.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Seaside Cannabis in Orleans?

Seaside Cannabis Co. is at 14 Lots Hollow Road, Orleans, MA 02653, directly off exit 89 on Route 6, the exit that used to be numbered 12. The store says there is ample parking. Use the Get directions button on this page to open the route in Google Maps.

What is the Seaside Flower Market?

The Flower Market is what Seaside calls Cape Cod’s first deli-style flower bar. You check the special Flower Market menu, come in to see and smell the fresh bulk flower, and the staff weigh out the buds you choose. You can also learn about local growers and strains there.

What payment does Seaside Cannabis accept?

Seaside accepts cash and debit. Credit cards are not accepted, and there is an ATM on the premises if you need cash. If something is not right with your purchase, Seaside says it wants you to be satisfied and handles refunds based on the situation.

When did Seaside Cannabis open?

Seaside Cannabis Co. opened in December 2023. The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission lists its adult-use retail license as active, with operations starting on December 4, 2023. The store was approved through the state’s expedited review for Social Equity Program participants.

Does Seaside Cannabis have a loyalty program?

Yes. Seaside’s VIP Club is free to join. Members get exclusive deals, limited strains, product drops and early access to special happenings at the store. You can sign up through the VIP Club page on Seaside’s website or ask about it during your visit.