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Chatham Village: Lovely 1-Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home

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9.8 out of 10
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Chatham Village: Lovely 1-Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home

  • ** We've just completed a major renovation of Ship's Light! Having stood the test of time for almost 200 years, the house now has a new foundation, upgraded systems and a modified floor plan. We've worked had to maintain the character and charm of the antique home, while bringing it up to modern standards. We can't wait for renters to experience the results for the 2025 summer season and beyond!

    The Lena Coleman apartment is the least-changed of the four apartments at Ship's Light. The layout remains the same, with a fully-equipped open kitchen/dining/living room area, cozy bedroom with comfortable queen-sized bed and a beautifully-tiled bathroom with new fixtures. It boasts a lovely porch deck, from which you can enjoy your morning coffee or a glass of wine while watching the sunset. It also has newly-installed, solar-powered air conditioning and heating throughout the apartment. The house has two Level 2 EV ChargePoint chargers for use by renters.

    Ship’s Light has looked down Cross Street to Chatham Village Center for almost 200 years. Built and occupied by some of Chatham’s most eminent residents since 1828, 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.

    Named for my grandmother, the “Lena Coleman” apartment is a three-room, one bedroom gem. Airy and light, the eat-in kitchen boasts a bay window, with a round oak table and chairs and stained glass chandelier; the inviting living room has built in cabinets and a cozy window seat, two comfortable chairs and a smart-TV. Wi-Fi is available throughout the house. Perfect for a couple, the bedroom has a comfortable queen bed and a natural bead-board ceiling with exposed beams. The bath is beautifully tiled with a marble sink and sky light. Enjoy your morning coffee on the private roof deck with your loved one or watch the sunset while sipping a glass of wine. The charm of the apartment is further enhanced by the warm glow of beautifully refinished, hand-laid, wide pine, antique floors.

    Centrally located within a short walking distance of excellent Chatham dining, shopping 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 Lena Coleman apartment at Ship’s Light is available for stays of 3+ nights during the summer and shoulder seasons and stays of 2+ nights during the off-season. Other units with unique features are also available and the whole house can be rented as a 5-bedroom home for family gatherings.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Electric car charging station
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
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Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Chatham, this apartment is in the city centre and near the beach. Chatham Seaside Links and Harwich Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Chatham Railroad Museum and Chatham Marconi Maritime Center. Adventure Chatham and Cape Cod Lavender Farm are also worth visiting. Kayaking, waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Chatham travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A windmill, a boat, and a beach.
    Chatham Windmill
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A coastal landscape with a rocky breakwater, a sandy beach, and a hill with a building.
    Cape Cod Beaches
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A beach with people walking and standing on the sand, and the ocean in the background.
    Chatham Lighthouse Beach
    1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • A calm sea with several boats anchored near the shore.
    Chatham Fish Pier
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Mayo House
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Chatham Bars Inn
    15 min walk
  • Cumberland Farms
    8 min walk
  • Chatham Squire
    4 min walk
  • Three Fins Coffee House & Cacao Factory
    2 min drive
  • Snowy Owl Coffee Espresso Bar
    4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Chatham Village: Lovely 1-Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Chatham Village: Lovely 1-Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Chatham Village: Lovely 1-Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chatham Village: Lovely 1-Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chatham Village: Lovely 1-Bedroom Apartment in 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 Atwood House Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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Chatham Village: Lovely 1-Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay in this apartment. It was very clean, very comfortable, and very convenient. The porch deck sitting area was a real treat. We spent a lot of time out there. We also appreciated having a place to store our bicycle, and being able to do our laundry during our stay. The apartment is in walking distance of the downtown area. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect place to stay. PERFECT location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I would give our unit 6 stars across the board if I could. This super clean old home has been meticulously and historically restored with the original character but has all the modern conveniences you want. 4 minute walk to Main St for everything Chatham has to offer from morning coffee to delicious dinners and shopping galore. There are 4 units in Ship’s Light and I hope to get to stay at them all! Allison’s hospitality won’t disappoint you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An amazing apartment and even better location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved everything about this place. It had everything I needed, was well-furnished with items that fit the setting, and was perfectly located within walking distance of Main St shops, restaurants, churches and library. It was also a nice walk to several beaches and a short drive to even more. (Since it is an upper unit, a tall person would have to watch the sloped ceilings. Not a problem for me.)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As a first-time user of Vrbo, Alison was so helpful and wonderful. She answered my questions that I had and also did it in a timely manner. This place was so cute and felt so secluded but also right right off of Main Street and you can walk to get food coffee or just to go to the beach too. This was such a cute place to stay and I will definitely want to come back at some point! The walk to the beach was about 25 minutes give or take and I would bike there in about five minutes. It was so close. The place itself was very clean and had lots of little things that made it feel homie. I especially loved the little porch that we got. It is a step up through a window and it is so cute. I will say that the street that it’s on is a little bit noisy and there is a good amount of traffic coming through there, but it didn’t bother me. As for the kitchen me and my friend did not really cook anything, but we did use the toaster and some of the dishes and really everything you need is there to cook with. Overall, if you’re looking for a place to stay and you want it to be walkable to the local places, this is definitely the place to go and it’s perfect for two people, and I loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Chatham town

Great location—Chatham is an exceptionally charming town on the cape—very good bed, walking distance to shops and restaurants. Good for a couple. Some minor details that could be improved (need new microwave, kitchen cold water tap groaning). Chatham is a great location for exploring the national seashore (Eastham) and also enjoying historic Chatham itself.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic place!

I had a wonderful time in the Lena Coleman unit at Ship's Light. It is beautifully renovated and well appointed with everything I needed including a very comfortable bed and a balcony to watch the passers-by and sip my tea. The location couldn't be better: it's a short walk to the Chatham shops in one direction, to a salt water pond (and swimming) in another, and (my favorite) to Lighthouse Beach, where I started and ended many of my days with a long beach walk. Allison is a wonderful host, easy to reach and very helpful. I'll be returning here. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can’t say enough good things about this property, and the Lena Coleman room in particular. The room is actually an incredibly charming apartment, with a kitchenette, dining and living areas, bedroom, bathroom, and second-story deck which affords birds-eye views of the quiet, historic neighborhood. We appreciated access to the laundry machines, excellent restaurant recommendations, and the suggestion to visit the nearby Atwood House museum. The property’s location is outstanding! We were able to walk everywhere. We didn’t want to leave. We loved every minute! Thank you, Allison, for sharing your family’s home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice little apartment with easy walk to town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic Weekend Stay

The place was very clean, had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. Would gladly book this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely apartment perfect for our stay. Close to everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

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Weekend retreat

Lovely apartment and convenient walking to everything in Chatham. We would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Our 4th visit and first since renovation. It is a perfect apt for two and just minutes from Main Street. We hope to return next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and perfect for 2 people

We were very comfortable during our stay. The apartment was very clean and we loved its location. We would recommend it to anyone looking for a place close to downtown Chatham.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a wonderful experience staying at Chatham Village. Apartment was well maintained and had everything we needed. Allison was very responsive and accommodating when we arrived a little earlier than expected. 10/10 experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely get-away!

Just the right size apartment for us as we celebrated our Anniversary. Clean, cute and cozy!! Thanks Allison!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent Apt

This is our 4th time staying in the Lena Coleman apt. It is clean and has everything two people need for an enjoyable stay. It is two blocks from Main St and many dining options and a pleasant walk to the lighthouse and beach. We keep coming back because it has everything needed for a relaxing vacation in Chatham.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely!

Got exactly what we wanted. Quiet, clean and close to town. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Small but functional and ideally located in town.

All that kept this from being five stars is that it was a little dusty when we checked in, as though it had been cleaned some weeks back after the last user.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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Cape Cod Rendezvous

The property was cute and as described on the listing. The only complaint we would have is that it is extremely dark at night and since we checked in much later than expected it was a little rough to find the actual entrance. Overall very happy with our stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Even nicer than I remembered

This was my second year at this location. It is just perfect and I looked forward to returning all year. Very clean and very well appointed - everything you could need is there. Neighborhood is so quiet and peaceful with pleasant walks in every direction.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely apartment for a couple

The 1 bedroom apartment was exactly what we were looking for. It was quiet and had everything we needed, including a good size bathroom with a shower. It is just 2 blocks from Main St where there are lots of restaurants and stores. Allison worked hard to accommodate us during a difficulty weather situation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019