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Chatham Village - Lovely 2 bedroom apartment in the antique home

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Exterior
Beach
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Chatham, MA
  • Popular LocationChatham Lighthouse Beach17 min walk
  • Popular LocationChatham Fish Pier20 min walk
  • Popular LocationChatham Lighthouse3 min drive
  • AirportBoston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)111 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Chatham Village - Lovely 2 bedroom apartment in the antique home

** SHIP'S LIGHT IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING A MAJOR RENOVATION! Having stood the test of time for almost 200 years, the house is now mostly gutted, awaiting a new foundation, upgraded systems and a modified floor plan. We hope to begin renting again later in 2024, when the house is ready for the next 200 years! In the meantime, we will post updates here and will look forward to hosting you again soon! **

Ship’s Light has looked down Cross Street to Chatham Village Center for more than 180 years. Built and occupied by some of Chatham’s most eminent residents since 1825, it was converted to four housekeeping apartments for summer visitors circa 1945. Lovingly restored by long-time current owners, this gracious antique home offers modern comfort and convenience with the character and charm of a bygone era.

The Gifford Buck apartment--the largest of the four apartments--is a comfortable first-floor, 5-room, 2 bedroom, 2 bath gem. Airy and light, the large living room with working fireplace and flat-screen TV occupies the center of the house. The dining room seats 8 and connects to a charming full-sized kitchen with a small breakfast table--or eat and relax on the quiet back porch or side yard with picnic tables and area seating. Two air conditioned bedrooms--one with a queen-sized bed and one with two twins--and two full baths make this apartment perfect for a family. One of the bathrooms also includes a washing machine and dryer. The charm of the apartment is further enhanced by the warm glow of beautifully refinished, wide pine, antique floors and wainscoting. Wi-fi is available throughout the house.

Centrally located within a short walking distance of excellent Chatham dining, shopping, movies and band concerts, the house is three blocks from the town salt water beach on Oyster Pond, and one mile from Coast Guard Beach, a great stretch of Atlantic Ocean and dunes. Many individuals, couples and extended families consider Ship’s Light their vacation home. We invite you to join them in making your vacation something special.

The Gifford-Buck apartment at Ship’s Light is rented for minimum 7-night stays during the summer and and for minimum 2-night stays during the shoulder and off-seasons. Other units with unique features are also available and the whole house can be rented as a 5-to-6 bedroom home for family gatherings. Contact the owner for details.


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Property manager

Allison Coleman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0041000550

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Chatham Village Lovely 2 BR Apartment Antique Home
Chatham Village Lovely 2 BR Antique Home
Chatham ge Lovely 2 BR Antiqu
Chatham Village - Lovely 2 BR Apartment in Antique Home Chatham

About the area

Chatham

Located in Chatham, this apartment is in the city center. West Dennis Beach is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Nauset Beach. Chatham Railroad Museum and Chatham Marconi Maritime Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Chatham Windmill - 4 min walk
  • Chatham Lighthouse Beach - 17 min walk
  • Chatham Fish Pier - 20 min walk
  • Chatham Lighthouse - 3 min drive
  • Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 29 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chatham Bars Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chatham Pier Fish Market - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mac's Chatham Fish & Lobster - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chatham Squire Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chatham Perk - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chatham Village - Lovely 2 bedroom apartment in the antique home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chatham Village - Lovely 2 bedroom apartment in the antique home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chatham Village - Lovely 2 bedroom apartment in the antique home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chatham Village - Lovely 2 bedroom apartment in the antique home located?

Located in the heart of Chatham, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mayo House and Cape Cod Beaches. Chatham Windmill and Gallery Antonia are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

I've s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ships light
Can’t beat the location Love the old cape charm and great history to the place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming house close to town
This house is a treasure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cape Cod Location
This is a wonderful place to stay to experience Chatham and the wider Cape Cod. Very relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Justine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique property
We really enjoyed being walking distance to Chatham‘s main street. The unit itself was very roomy for our family of four, and we appreciated having two bathrooms. Our preference for future stays would probably be a more modern property, but especially if you want the historic feel of Cape Cod, this is a great choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit to Chatham
We loved our stay and hope to return soon! Couldn’t have been more convenient for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day week at Ship's Light
Thank you for this amazing stay! The location is absolutely ideal, near a pond, the sea, Chatham town, in the middle of the cape so near everything. The house is absolutely lovely and set for everything needed to relax- outside reading, inside in the living room, the kitchen well equipped... we wish to plan a return visit. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great !
Charming historic home in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryEllen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental
Excellent stay- hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving stay
All was wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

PASQUALE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had all amenities necessary, walking distance to town and host very accommodating.