9 miles from the monomoy national wildlife refuge. some upgraded quarters have fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, balconies, minifridges and/or wet bars. hot breakfast is complimentary, and served in an airy dining room. elegant, beach-style rooms and suites feature flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi. other amenities include a chic wine bar serving tapas, plus gourmet dining, a veranda-style porch with adirondack chairs and a fire pit, a common room and multiple gardens. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. set in a federal-style building dating from 1830, this luxurious inn with a clapboard exterior is a 9-minute walk from downtown, a 12-minute walk from chatham lighthouse beach and 1 Nantucket Memorial Airport 2 hr 57
Cape Cod Museum Of Natural History (24 min) Interactive exhibits, activities & lectures teach visitors about local ecology & wildlife. Chatham Lighthouse (12 min) This lighthouse was erected as part of a pair in 1877 before its double was moved in 1923. Ridgevale Beach (11 min) Cape Cod National Seashore Salt Pond Visitor Center (26 min) The National Park Service operates this visitor guide center connected to the notable Salt Pond. Coast Guard Beach (30 min) Swimming beach, a marsh & wildlife Red River Beach (14 min) Expansive, dog-free beach featuring seasonal lifeguards, swimming, sunbathing & picnicking. Sipson Island (20 min) Atwood Museum (19 min) Restored 1752 home & additional galleries exploring the history & culture of the region. Chatham Marconi Maritime Center (7 min) Built as a radio station in 1914, this museum displays the station's history & its role in WWII. Nauset Beach (25 min) This 10-mile stretch of sandy beach offers swimming & fishing, plus surfing in non-protected areas. Skaket Beach (23 min) White sandy beach with tidal pools, a snack kiosk, showers, restrooms & lifeguards. Lighthouse Beach (12 min) Large sandy beach known for strong currents with a working lighthouse & seal population. Nickerson State Park (24 min) Woodsy 1900-acre preserve featuring a large campground, trout-fishing ponds, biking & hiking trails. |