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Chatham Village - Lovely 2 bedroom apartment in the antique home

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Marina
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Chatham, MA
  • Chatham Lighthouse Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Chatham Fish Pier
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Chatham Lighthouse
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)

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About this property

Entire place

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

Chatham Village - Lovely 2 bedroom apartment in the 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 Gifford-Buck apartment has undergone significant changes as a result of the renovation. Check out the new photos, but note that reviews prior to July 2025 are of the old apartment.**

The largest of the four apartments, the Gifford-Buck apartment is a comfortable first-floor, 5-room, 2 bedroom, 2 bath gem. Airy and light, the large living room with an electric fireplace and smart-TV occupies the center of the house. The dining room seats 8 and connects to a beautiful full-sized kitchen--or eat and relax on the quiet side yard patio with picnic tables and area seating. The apartment is fully heated and airconditioned via solar-powered heat pumps. Two bedrooms--one with a queen-sized bed and private bath and one with two twins, near the main bath, make this apartment perfect for a family. The apartment also includes a stackable washing machine and dryer off the kitchen.

The charm of the apartment is further enhanced by the warm glow of wide pine floors and wainscoting. Wi-fi is available throughout the house. The house is equipped with two Level 2 EV 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 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.

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 Gifford-Buck apartment at Ship’s Light is rented for longer stays during the summer and and for minimum 2-night stays 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. Contact the owner for details.
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Mayo House. Laundry facilities are available. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Mayo House and 4 minutes by foot from Chatham Windmill
As a guest of this apartment, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Chatham apartment is smoke free.


Property amenities

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

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
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number C0041000550

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Chatham Village - Lovely 2 bedroom apartment in the antique home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet location 5 min walk from main street. Had the bottom floor 2 bedroom with 2 adults. Was perfect for cooking our fresh catch at night. Everything you need and as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful two bedroom apartment with all the amenities. Located within walking distance of downtown Chatham, and the local park, which just so happened to be hosting an art festival while we were there. The park also includes the Chatham windmill, which was having live demonstrations of the mill producing cornmeal while we were there.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Renovations are complete/wonderful. This is the second time I’ve stayed at this property and all aspects of our stay have been 10/10 both times. Amenities/communication from the host are excellent. Location is top notch…walk to both town and beaches. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great times in Cape Cod

Loved the house and location. Close / walking distance to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house close to downtown

Pictures didn’t do the house justice, we found everything comfortable for 3 adults and an infant. Would easily stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

I've s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ships light

Can’t beat the location Love the old cape charm and great history to the place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming house close to town

This house is a treasure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cape Cod Location

This is a wonderful place to stay to experience Chatham and the wider Cape Cod. Very relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Justine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique property

We really enjoyed being walking distance to Chatham‘s main street. The unit itself was very roomy for our family of four, and we appreciated having two bathrooms. Our preference for future stays would probably be a more modern property, but especially if you want the historic feel of Cape Cod, this is a great choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Visit to Chatham

We loved our stay and hope to return soon! Couldn’t have been more convenient for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Day week at Ship's Light

Thank you for this amazing stay! The location is absolutely ideal, near a pond, the sea, Chatham town, in the middle of the cape so near everything. The house is absolutely lovely and set for everything needed to relax- outside reading, inside in the living room, the kitchen well equipped... we wish to plan a return visit. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great !

Charming historic home in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryEllen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great rental

Excellent stay- hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving stay

All was wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

PASQUALE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had all amenities necessary, walking distance to town and host very accommodating.

10/10 Excellent

George F.

Liked: Cleanliness

best location in town

best location intown
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location to Chatham

Fourth time renting this property. That says it all
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jack & Rhoda P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Old Fashioned Fun

We had a wonderful time at this charming property. In particular the working fireplace added to the coziness and old fashioned feel of the unit. One observation, though: Although the TV is a good size flat screen the "basic cable" package made for very limited viewing (no CNN, Fox, NESN, Espn, Golf Channel, etc.). Since we were there for only 4 nights this was a non-issue this trip. But, given the excellent location, warmth and coziness, this would make a pleasant winter getaway for a week or so and the limited viewing would be a significant issue then.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Luann K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ship's Light

House set in quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed walks to nearby Park and homes. Also, close to Main Street. We appreciated reading the booklet on the History of the house and how its been lovingly preserved! Thank-you for a Special stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

End of summer getaway

We wanted an end-of-summer getaway before the start of the new school year and found the Gifford Buck apartment available. It had everything we needed and so close to Main Street with all the shops and eateries. The owners were very responsive, though we didn't need anything during our stay. Quiet, calm pond nearby if you have smaller kids but mine are older so we walked to Lighthouse Beach. This house has history and I would love to see what the other apartments look like. Another time!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Enith B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy

We were very happy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monika N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint apartment in a great location

Great location! Walking distance to everything! Stores, beaches, restaurants…. all just steps away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay in old-school Chatham spot

We absolutely loved staying at this little gem. Very reminiscent of many years past visiting Chatham, we loved the old Cape Cod feel and proximity to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022