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The beautiful seaside town of Chatham MA is rich in history. In 2007 the town was named by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as a "Distinctive Destination". It a well-deserved honor!
Wherever you go in Chatham, you'll see lovingly restored homes, inns, shops, and historic sites - some dating back to the town's founding more than 300 years ago.
And everywhere along Chatham's scenic shoreline, the picture-postcard scenery will take your breath away.
If you picture Cape Cod as a curled arm, Chatham is at the point of the elbow. (Zoom out [-] on the map below to see the "arm" shape.)
The town's southern coastline is along Nantucket Sound, and to the east is the Atlantic Ocean.
Chatham is about 85 road miles from Boston. Once you've crossed over the Cape Cod Canal, you'll have about a 45-minute drive to reach Chatham - longer in summer traffic, of course.
Chatham is known as one of the more upscale Cape Cod vacation towns.
This is a destination that's favored by singles, couples and families who aren't on a super-tight budget.
Can cost-conscious folks vacation in Chatham without breaking the bank?
Of course! Thousands of out-of-towners do it every summer. And many return year after year.
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Chatham Lighthouse (Main Street) - This iconic lighthouse is open for touring each Wednesday afternoon in July and August and on select days other times of year. Tours are free, and no reservations are necessary. |
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Seal Spotting - For a free "seal show", stop by Chatham Fish Pier (Barcliff Avenue), and watch as the seals beg lunch from fishermen unloading their daily catch. |
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Chatham Railroad Museum (153 Depot Road) - This train station served the town for half a century, from 1887-1937. |
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Bike Trails - Ride the Old Colony Rail Trail to Harwich, or pedal the Scenic Bike Route to the Fish Pier, the lighthouse, and Oyster Pond Beach. |
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Beaches - From the expansive stretch of Lighthouse Beach and South Beach on the town's Atlantic Ocean coast, to family friendly Ridgevale Beach on Nantucket Sound, there's a perfect beach for every visitor. |
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Vacation accommodations in Chatham cover a wide range from charming guest houses and B&Bs, to seaside hotels and motels, and a great selection of vacation rentals.
For a special stay, Chatham is home to the grand, historic Chatham Bars Inn. "CBI" has all the amenities you can imagine, in a breathtaking, oceanview location!
Looking for something a little easier on the budget? These are just a few of the moderately priced lodgings in Chatham ...
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Important: Lodging owners/management may change their rates, discounts, special offers, promotions, services, amenities, dates of operation, availability, etc. at any time, without prior notice, and without my knowledge. Be sure to confirm all details directly with the lodging provider before you make any travel plans!