Experience the quintessential Chatham charm at Priscilla House, a dog-friendly haven nestled in the heart of town. With its gas fire pit, expansive outdoor living space, and beautifully manicured backyard with high hedges and mostly fenced-in areas for privacy. The home offers a private getaway while still being within walking distance to restaurants like JoMama's cafe next door for coffee and bagels or The Impudent Oyster just 2 tenths of a mile away.
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9.89.8 out of 10
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8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20289 sq m
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Historic Sea Captain's Home in Downtown Chatham
8 Bedrooms- 5.5 Bathrooms- Sleeps 18 A 7-night Friday-to-Friday rental reservation is required during peak summer weeks. Many of our homes offer flexible stays with a 3 night minimum in the off season - ask our Reservation Specialists for more details. Complimentary Linens Service Provided: This includes bedsheets, bath, beach, and dish towels for total home occupancy We offer a 4pm Check-In and 10am Check-Out
Updated, Central A/C, dog-friendly, located in the most sought after in-town Chatham location - perfect for a large family or group! The Priscilla House was built by a Sea Captain for his daughter Priscilla and this popular large vacation home is nestled on Main Street. Our Guests love that they can walk to restaurants, unique local retail shops - our favorite bagel bakery is right next door! Close by are popular beaches - Lighthouse Beach, Andrew Harding's Beach, and Oyster Pond. This exquisite home sleeping up to 18 people is ideal for family reunions, holidays, and special occasions. Gas fire pit, expansive outdoor living space with a great porch to sip your favorite beverage and enjoy the view! Free Wifi too. **Ask us about 3-night packages during the off-season***
Owners Share Why I Love My Home: This home is uniquely located right in the center of town while maintaining a private and quiet vibe. The house is set back just enough off of Main Street making the front porch a perfect place to enjoy morning coffee as morning walkers whisk by. Coffee is even available across the street or next door if you don't feel like making your own! When stepping out the backdoor into the perfectly poised backyard, you feel as if you are miles away from the hustle and bustle of town as you relax by the fire pit or grill dinner and play frisbee. Inside, the oversized kitchen island provides the perfect spot for casual morning breakfasts while prepping lunches for a day at the beach. This is such a special home to share with family and friends for the perfect getaway.
Let Us Tell You About This Home: This large luxury style coastal vacation home has been thoroughly updated to provide you with all the modern conveniences and comfortable accommodations in a relaxed setting. Everything is included – bed linens, bath towels, outdoor barbeque grills, beach chairs, wagons to cart to the beach. An excellent base for exploring Cape Cod, just step out the front door and walk to great shops, restaurants, ice cream parlors, art galleries, beaches, concerts, and local theaters with plays changing weekly.
When you enter the home through the East entrance, you will be in the State of the Art kitchen with all stainless appliances. This is a entertainers delight! Large center Quartz island lends you to create wonderful family meals with ease. The quartz countertops are sure to delight the baker in your group as well. Off the kitchen is a laundry room offering a full size washer and dryer. There is also a half bath just beyond the laundry area. Straight ahead you will find yourself in the living area with a sectional couch offering plenty of comfortable seating and a large flat screen television. Enjoy the ease of outdoor grilling with the wall to wall sliders to the outdoor patio area. Across from the kitchen is the Butlers pantry with Wet bar, the perfect place for the mixologist in your group, to create that iconic Cape Codder! Chill your favorite wine and beer in the mini fridge and an additional dishwasher to handle those extra glasses!
On the left side of the home is the dining room with a large dining table that seats 12-16, gather here for great conversation over a family dinner. To the right the dining room opens up to the den which offers a coastal seating area and another large flat screen television. Past the den and to the left , is a covered porch offering seating, a special spot to sit back with a book or just people watch as families come and go to the beach and downtown shopping village.
To the right of the den, at the front of the home, you will find The Stage Harbor Room , Bedroom #1 This master Suite offers a King Bed and a Full bath with shower and is conveniently located on the 1st floor.
Head up to the 2nd floor- Up these stairs and to the right are the following bedrooms all off the East Hallway: The Oyster Room Bedroom #2, with a Queen Bed. Down the hall on the left is Bathroom #2, a full bath with a shower and tub. Continue past the staircase and on your left is The Sand Dollar Room Bedroom #3, with 1 Queen bed. The Starfish Room Bedroom #4, with 2 twin beds is at the end of the East Hallway To the right of the beginning of the hallway is the entry to the West Hallway. Immediately to the right of the West Hallway is The Chatham Light Room Bedroom #5, which offers a King Bed with en suite with full bath that offers a shower. Continue down the hallway and on your right is Bathroom #3 a full bathroom with a tub and shower. Further down the hallway on the right is: The Scallop Room Bedroom #6, offering 1 Queen bed. The South Beach Room Bedroom #7,with a two twin beds is at the end of the hallway. Back at the beginning of the West hallway, to the left is the staircase that leads to the Upper level of the home. The North Beach Suites. At the top of the stairs is a small seating area. Through the French doors and to the right is Bathroom #4, a full bathroom offering a shower (no tub). Straight ahead is The North Beach Suites. At the top of the stairs is a small seating area. Through the French doors and to the right is Bathroom #4, a full bathroom offering a shower (no tub). Straight ahead is North Beach Room #1 and 2, Bedrooms #8 and 9 , this room has 4 Twin beds and a separate private room off the sitting area with a queen bed.
The backyard of this home has high hedges and is mostly fenced in offering you privacy. You are in the heart of Chatham but still have your own area to sit back and relax with your favorite libation on the back deck as the sun sets. Enjoy a dinner prepared on the gas grill and gather around any of the 2 picnic tables or dining table on the deck. While waiting grab your favorite libation and relax around the fire pit! There is even a fully enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water for washing away a day well spent in the sun at any of the area's beaches - a true Cape Cod tradition.
A special home to experience the most iconic area on the Cape - Chatham. Leave the car at the Priscilla House and walk to a variety of restaurants from casual sandwich shops to the famous Chatham Bars Inn. Beaches are a short stroll away - the most photographed lighthouse is just around the corner!
**Ask us about 3-night packages during the off season***
Free Tickets and Complimentary Activities! Create unforgettable memories and experience Cape Cod like a local! Enjoy $750 worth of daily exclusive free tickets to exciting local attractions through our partnership with Xplorie. Your amenities include activities such as Island Cruises, Whale Watch, Bike Rentals and admission to Whydah Pirate Museum. When you're not soaking up the sun on the beach, enjoy daily rounds of golf at Cranberry Valley or Chequessett Golf Courses and mini-golf for family fun.
With all NEVR properties, we think of the little things to make your vacation special. Our Guest Welcome Bag, compliments of the homeowner, contains starter quantities of kitchen and bathroom essentials, with a few locally sourced snacks as well (subject to change based marketplace availability).
This home offers Keyless Entry for your convenience. NO SMOKING of anything containing tobacco, any other substance, and e-cigarettes, inside or outside of the home. PET FRIENDLY HOMES are for a DOG only. This home allows 1 dog for $25 per night. A Pet Registration form must be completed upon reservation confirmation. Max parking of cars at property: 6 No parking on lawn anytime.
Additional Information to Assist You: Departure cleaning is included with your reservation at no additional charge. Simply follow our basic check-out instructions at your departure. State and local taxes are charged if applicable. For Reservations made over 60 days away, you will make two payments - 50% initial payment with reservation and the final balance will be auto billed to your credit card 60 days prior to arrival. We accept Mastercard and Visa for payments. A confirmed reservation is non refundable--please consider purchasing trip cancellation insurance. Ask our guest specialist for more details regarding cancel options and trip insurance. You must be 25+ years old unless accompanied by a parent or guardian to book one of our Vacation Rental Homes. An ID must be furnished upon request.
Area Info: *Mileage is approximate
Priscilla House – Walking Distance to the Best of Chatham! Just 2 tenths of a mile to The Impudent Oyster, Chatham Candy Manor, and The Chatham Squire! Only 4 tenths of a mile to Andrew Hardings Lane Beach! A quick 10 minute walk to the famous Chatham Lighthouse and Lighthouse Beach. Stop next door at JoMama's for bagels, coffees, and sandwiches at this convenient cafe. Priscilla House of Chatham is located in town and is just a short walk to amazing destinations including pristine beaches, shopping, dining, and more. The town of Chatham is an ideal base from which to explore the natural beauty of Cape Cod. Walk to beaches – Andrew Hardings Beach just a half mile away - Lighthouse beach 0.6 mile away- a short stroll down Chatham Bars Ave- just .3 tenths of a mile to Claflin Landing - a short stroll to Oyster Pond!
Shopping Chatham's town center boasts a mile of fun and unique shops including nautical antiques, jewelry, clothing, gifts, novelties and specialty stores. Main Street alone has a dozen Galleries with works by local artists, in watercolor, oil, sculpture, scrimshaw, pottery, weaving and more.
Dining Whether you are in the mood for fine dining, traditional Cape Cod fare, or scrumptious take-out, Chatham's restaurants, tearooms, and bakeries provide you with a wide variety of selections.
Beaches Chatham is renowned for its miles of pristine white sand beaches. Build sand castles, swim, fish, or just soak up the sun. The beaches are but a short walk from Priscilla House.
Entertainment Walk to Kate Gould Park with your folding chair and blankets and enjoy the concerts on Friday evenings during the summer. Take in a movie at the Chatham Orpheum Theater Performing Arts: Monomoy Theatre- Live Theatre!
Nature Bike Chatham's beautiful paths, roads and off the beaten paths. Explore Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge. Hike Chatham Conservation Foundation's Trails. Book a cruise on a ferry or boat tour.
Sports Bring your clubs and play challenging golf courses overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Take in a Chatham Anglers (Chatham A's) baseball game. Chatham offers many opportunities for the sport fisherman, boater, rower or sailor.
Museums Caleb Nickerson House –Experience colonial life in this restored home of an American Revolutionary War veteran built in 1772 Visit Chatham's Old Grist Mill built in 1797 by Col. Benjamin Godfrey to grind corn using only wind power. Chatham Marconi Maritime Center preserves and interprets the history of maritime wireless communication. Mayo House – an excellent example of a traditional Cape Cod house built in 1820. The Old Atwood House Museum is one of the oldest in Chatham – erected in 1752 when the men who engineered the job were all subjects of His Majesty, King George the III of England. The Chatham Railroad Museum features a relic of the first commercial railroad in the U.S. in 1826, and includes hundreds of factors of historical significance in the railroad field.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Massage
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
8 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Gas grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a village
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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
Unit size: 3,112 square feet
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Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
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 C0030860550
Property is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Chatham, MA
What's nearby
Chatham Windmill - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Chatham Seaside Links - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Chatham Lighthouse Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Chatham Fish Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Chatham Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Hyannis Transportation Center - 29 min drive
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Chatham Bars Inn - 14 min walk
Cumberland Farms - 11 min walk
Chatham Squire - 5 min walk
The Sacred Cod - 14 min walk
Three Fins Coffee House & Cacao Factory - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Sea Captain's Home in Downtown Chatham pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Historic Sea Captain's Home in Downtown Chatham?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Sea Captain's Home in Downtown Chatham?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic Sea Captain's Home in Downtown Chatham located?
Located in the heart of Chatham, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Mayo House and Cape Cod Beaches. Gallery Antonia and Chatham Lighthouse Beach are also within 10 minutes.
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