built in 1860, this polished hotel is set in an elegant former sea captain's mansion. distinctive touches in some suites include 4-poster beds, whirlpool tubs, gas fireplaces, patios, and/or golf course views. there's a bright restaurant serving lunch and dinner, plus a seasonal outdoor heated pool and an exercise room. it's less than a mile from chatham lighthouse beach, and 6 miles from cape cod national golf club. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. a resort fee covers parking, morning hot beverages, wi-fi, and use of the fitness room and pool. the airy rooms and suites come with flat-screen tvs, dvd players and private bathrooms Nantucket Memorial Airport 2 hr 56
Skaket Beach (23 min) White sandy beach with tidal pools, a snack kiosk, showers, restrooms & lifeguards. Chatham Lighthouse (19 min) This lighthouse was erected as part of a pair in 1877 before its double was moved in 1923. Cape Cod National Seashore Salt Pond Visitor Center (25 min) The National Park Service operates this visitor guide center connected to the notable Salt Pond. Ridgevale Beach (10 min) Nauset Lighthouse (31 min) Quaint, restored red & white lighthouse dating from 1838 & open for seasonal tours. Cape Cod Museum Of Natural History (23 min) Interactive exhibits, activities & lectures teach visitors about local ecology & wildlife. Nickerson State Park (23 min) Woodsy 1900-acre preserve featuring a large campground, trout-fishing ponds, biking & hiking trails. Sipson Island (19 min) Coast Guard Beach (30 min) Swimming beach, a marsh & wildlife Atwood Museum (15 min) Restored 1752 home & additional galleries exploring the history & culture of the region. Chatham Marconi Maritime Center (6 min) Built as a radio station in 1914, this museum displays the station's history & its role in WWII. Lighthouse Beach (19 min) Large sandy beach known for strong currents with a working lighthouse & seal population. Nauset Beach (24 min) This 10-mile stretch of sandy beach offers swimming & fishing, plus surfing in non-protected areas. |