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Chatham Village: Large, Newly-Renovated 1 Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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1 bedroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Chatham Village: Large, Newly-Renovated 1 Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home

** SHIP'S LIGHT IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING A MAJOR RENOVATION! Having stood the test of time for almost 200 years, the house now has a new foundation, upgraded systems and a modified floor plan. Interior painting is underway and new floors have been laid. Tiling and cabinetry is underway; we expect to begin renting again in July 2025, when the house will be ready for the next 200 years!

The Lillian Spohn apartment is the most changed as a result of the renovation. While the prior apartment had low ceilings, a 1/2 bath inside and an outdoor shower, the renovated apartment has full-height ceilings, a full bath, a large bedroom, an open kitchen/dining room/living room and a large screened in porch. The apartment is fully airconditioned and heated via solar-powered heat pumps. No new photos yet--the ones you see in this listing are the OLD ONES. Also, reviews prior to July 2025 are of the old apartment. For the next few months you will have to take our word for it--the new apartment is going to look GREAT! We are preserving the charm of the antique home, while improving its layout and functionality. We look forward to hosting you again soon! **

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 1825, 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.

The 'Lillian Spohn' apartment is on the 2nd floor and is newly-renovated in 2025. It has a new modern kitchen with full-sized appliances; an inside eating area that accommodates 2 - 4 people; a large screened in porch with a comfortable seating area and table and chairs for 4; a large living room with smart-TV; a large bedroom with a comfortable queen-sized bed and stackable washer/dryer; and a full bath with tub/shower. Wi-Fi is available throughout the house. A side yard and gas grills are also available for renters. The house is equipped with two Level 2 EV chargers for use by renters.

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

Property manager

Allison Coleman

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Apartment can accommodate 1-2 children.
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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
This property uses solar energy
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 C0041000550

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Chatham Village Charming 3 Room Apartment Antique Home
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About the neighborhood

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Chatham, MA

What's nearby

  • Chatham Windmill - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chatham Lighthouse Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Chatham Fish Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Chatham Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hardings Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chatham Bars Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chatham Pier Fish Market - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chatham Squire Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chatham Perk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mac's Chatham Fish & Lobster - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chatham Village: Large, Newly-Renovated 1 Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chatham Village: Large, Newly-Renovated 1 Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chatham Village: Large, Newly-Renovated 1 Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chatham Village: Large, Newly-Renovated 1 Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home located?

Situated in Chatham, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chatham Windmill and Cape Cod Beaches. Atwood House Museum and Chatham Seaside Links are also within 15 minutes.

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Chatham Village: Large, Newly-Renovated 1 Bedroom Apartment in Antique Home Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet area within easy walking distance to Chatham main street
Simple check-in, plenty of space!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great time at Ship's Light
We had a wonderful time in the apartment and loved the neighborhood in Chatham. We have stayed on the Cape for over four decades of summers and this was the first time we stayed in Chatham. wonderful location and the accomodations were cozy and comfortable. We very much hope to be back again next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely apartment in a quaint, walkable neighborhood
Clean, spacious, comfortable apartment. Quick walk through a quiet neighborhood to shops and restaurants. Hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location
Our stay was within walking distance to shopping and dining. The apartment is in need of updates. The outdoor shower was nice but also needs updating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So Near Downtown Chatham!
The location is excellent. An older apartment , not fancy but has charm and suited our needs. Was not sure about the outdoor shower but worked out, had a campy feel. We didn't spend a lot of Time on this visit in Chatham but a great preview for future visits.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Nancy M., Philly

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
The price for the location is wonderful. The place is a little worn and a little musty. The bed was comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked. The bathroom is in the kitchen (with the shower outside) The outside shower was small, with no place to put clothes, but robes are provided and the water was hot super fast. I'd call it above average but not awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Walking distance to Main St. Chatham. Walking distance to two beaches (pond / ocean). Lillian Spohn apartment was great. Just be careful if you are on the taller side. You might hit your head on the door jambs inside. A/C unit in kitchen and fans in every room. Very comfortable inside!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous vintage apartment in perfect location
Amazing location- just steps from downtown Chatham but away from the hustle and bustle. Two houses away from a lovely park. The Lillian Spohn apartment was perfect for our family of three. We LOVED the outdoor shower. This is a vintage property, and having grown up in a house from the 1800s, was wonderful for me. The apartment was spotless and had everything we needed from towels to hand soap and the washer and dryer are a huge bonus. We would love to stay again in the fall. Thank you, Allison!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for us!
My two friends and I needed a place to stay for a weekend trip and this was perfect for us. Definitely cozy; we were very comfortable as three petite able-bodied women, but those that are very tall or mobility impaired would probably not be so comfortable as you need to go up stairs to enter and the ceilings are low (with roof lines). A+ location, it's on a quiet side street right off the main strip of Chatham so we could walk to everything in town. It was very clean and well stocked- it had everything we needed. The TV is an old tube TV, so if you plan to watch movies/TV before bed or something I'd suggest bringing a laptop/tablet. Overall it was excellent, I would totally stay here again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Daniel B.

Not impressed
Sewer construction trucks started at 06:45 each day with back-up beeps. Outside shower, I didn't see that in the description...must have been buried. Very warm in the attic, A/C ok but noisy with that and the fans to circulate. Not impressed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Peggy T., Connecticut

We won't be back
We stayed at the Spohn house for three nights. The unit was spacious and the location within easy walking distance of the shops on Main Street. However, we did not enjoy our stay. The apartment smelled musty. The bedroom was small and stuffy.The carpet was stained, and the sink was rusty. We realize this is an old house. However, the bed linens were worn, the towels were old and mismatched, the toilet seat was stained. Lighting was poor and one fixture fell off the wall when I went to turn it on. No iron or full length mirror which made it difficult to get ready for the wedding we were attending. Not a good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation and EVEN BETTER house
We loved our stay at Ship’s Light! We were in the Lillian Spohn apartment and it was SO cute! Everything was provided for us, towels, blankets, sheets, coffee filters, soap… so much that we didn’t even use 1/4 of it. The bed was very comfortable and lots of extra pillows and blankets. I read a bunch of the reviews before hand about the outdoor shower so we knew that was what we were using while there. We had ZERO issues with the shower, very clean, the water got nice and hot the whole time, there were plenty of shelves to put things on and even a seat! I saw someone mention there was no place for all the shower items so I brought a little shower caddy (like in college) but there was no need for it because they left one in there for us to use. We cooked dinner and breakfast and the kitchen had all the pots and pans we could need. The AC kept the apartment nice and cool and they even had a bunch of fans set up and more in the closet if you need it. My husband was obsessed with the relaxing blue chair in the kitchen, it was his favorite spot to sit and drink his coffee in the morning, and hang out in after we returned from the beach for the day. We had a question about something and Allison was super quick to answer us (within minutes of me sending her a message). The house is blocks away from the main strip in Chatham, and it’s about a 9 minute drive from Harding’s Beach. Overall, we had a wonderful vacation and plan on making it a yearly trip to stay at Ship’s Light.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
This apartment was exactly as advertised - quaint with a lot of character and history 😊 the location is perfect for those that want to be able to easily walk in to Chatham, and we felt that it fit our needs perfectly! Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay for relaxing vacation
Everything exceeded our expectations. Descriptions of the property and the apartment were spot on. Location was perfect - walking distance to Chatham Main Street with restaurants, shopping and Chatham windmill. Oyster Pond beach is nearby and walkable, small but perfect for building sand castles and swimming.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient place
Place was less than a block from Chatham town center, but still quiet. I like to run in the mornings, and there were several small roads around where I could easily get a decent workout in. We generally don't stay inside much when we travel so we didn't spend a lot of time in the place, but it definitely met our needs, especially with 2 kids (less than 10 years old). If you're tall, watch your head when you go to the bedroom.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betsy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
Is was great to be within walking distance of downtown Chatham😊.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Alina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
We love Cape Cod. Chatham is a beautiful town, and the location was perfect for walking to both downtown and the Oyster Pond. I didn’t give it a 5 star, as I left a vm on the first night, and never got a call back from the owners. The cottage was neat, nothing extreme, small, but cozy. I don’t think it is disinfected after each use, as it requires you to clean yourself after stay. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M., Columbus Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Just steps away from the Main Street shops and restaurants. Also, Chatham is so central to the Cape, we made lots of day trips. The apartment was very cozy and had what we needed. A couple of suggestions and this is only because we had down time due to weather, upgraded satellite TV and a listing guide of what channels you get would have been nice ( took a lot of searching and very limited channel selection). Also, the couch is not very comfy to sit on for a long period of time. Other than that, we had a wonderful visit and hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
This is a great location for exploring the area on foot. It was roomier than I expected also, with a living room and a kitchen separated by the bedroom with a double and a twin bed. I would have preferred an indoor shower, but my husband didn’t mind and my son liked it. The kitchen was equipped well enough to prepare many meals at home. I was glad that we were able to stay here the entire time of my husband’s work rather than the Saturday to Saturday that many Cape rentals require. We had a good time walking and exploring the area!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So perfect!
Loved staying here. So close to everything. Very clean. Cute apartment and had all that we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sinead M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Great central location, but quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property
Easy walkable access to downtown as well as the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

catherine c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
This place was just as advertised, Allison was a great host very helpful and even recommended a great place for dinner. 5 min walk to main street, 25 mins walk to beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Anniversary Yet!
Lovely cozy place for our 25th anniversary! Quiet, well equipped kitchen. Close enough to National Seashore Park to go daily for splendid hikes and beach walks. Easy walk to main street. Now I want a comfy chair in my kitchen like yours. It was so nice to read in, while waiting for things to cook. One of us liked the outdoor shower, even using it by flashlight after dark.Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication
Did not read description accurately
Completely our fault but we did not realize there was no shower in this unit. They do have an outdoor shower, however it was in the 50’s this weekend. We ended up finding a hotel to stay at instead. Great location, clean, but very outdated furniture and no shower.... not sure how anyone would want to rent a unit with no shower... All our fault though! Next time we will read descriptions better
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020