Cape Cod

Chatham

The flashing beacon of Chatham Light sends its beams out over the cliffs into the mist of fog that frequently bathes this lovely seaside town right at the tip of the Cape's elbow. Chatham's Main Street is an exclusive mile of fancy specialty shops with colorful flower boxes, historical buildings, great restaurants specializing in ultra-fresh seafood, art galleries and elegant inns. Waterfront properties range from tiny rose-covered cottages to the pricey 20-room mansions with hydrangea-lined circular driveways.

Chatham has carefully preserved the flavor of a small New England town with great style. But nature is an intimate companion of daily life here--because of its unique location, Chatham is particularly vulnerable to the wild and woolly Nor'easters and tropical storms that pound the Cape regularly, and its shoreline changes dramatically every year. Take a look at the Chatham Break, and you will be awed by what nature can do when she's having a bad day.

Chatham is a perfect town to just wander around. And be sure to visit the Monomoy Wildlife Refuge Headquarters on Morris Island for stunning views of Monomoy and the town. And drive down to Stage Harbor or the Fish Pier--bring your camera!