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Charming Waterfront House in Chatham

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Exterior
Property grounds
endless sunsets
Beach
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11288.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Chatham, MA
  • Chatham Fish Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Chatham Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Harwich Port
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Charming Waterfront House in Chatham

Very private lakefront setting with spectacular views and private beach. Filled with Charm. It was the original Ice House for the Town of Chatham. Current owners family summer home since 1970. Wonderful spot for family gatherings. Close to local beaches and downtown.

This home comfortably sleeps 12. There are 5 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, 3 baths and an outdoor shower. Comes with a full kitchen and dining room perfect for family dinners. There are 2 beautiful decks and a patio where you can enjoy warm sun during the day and beautiful sunsets at night.

There is a private beach with direct access to the lake with a floating dock. We have a canoe, a kayak, and two paddle boards. The lake is perfect for swimming and floating all day. The setting is so tranquil you will never want to leave!

Property manager

Molly

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 29
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must have life jackets on.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Per permission. Please clean up after your pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please keep outdoor furniture and boats in the place it was found. Clean grill and replace propane in outdoor fire pit if used.
Please read quest book upon arrival. Garbage pick up is on Mondays and Thursdays.
Linens and towel are not provided. Please contact Cape Cod Linen Rental for renting linens/towels for your stay. cclinenrental.com

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0148580550

About the area

Chatham

Located in Chatham, this holiday home is on a lake. West Dennis Beach is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Chatham Marconi Maritime Center and Adventure Chatham. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, windsurfing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Chatham, MA

What's nearby

  • Chatham Fish Pier - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Chatham Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Hardings Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Harwich Port - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Chatham Lighthouse Beach - 10 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 26 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chatham Bars Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chatham Pier Fish Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chatham Squire Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chatham Perk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mac's Chatham Fish & Lobster - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Waterfront House in Chatham pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Waterfront House in Chatham?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Waterfront House in Chatham?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Charming Waterfront House in Chatham located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Chatham holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Chatham Shark Center, Veterans Field and Gallery Antonia. Cape Cod Beaches and Fox Hill are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Wonderful getaway
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

marianne w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming on Lovers Lake

Our family enjoyed staying at this home. Waking every day to the lake view was so beautiful. House has multiple areas for family to hang out. Very quaint. Enjoyed fishing and kayaking. Lots of fish caught. Chatham is a beautiful town. We made lots of memories and can’t wait to return! Communication with house manager was quick and effective. Overall was an amazing stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

We loved our stay, the house and location is perfect🌞
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly N., Woodbridge CT USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Our whole family loves this location on Lovers Lake. Something for everyone : Lake, Cape beaches, good shopping , bike trails, good restaurants. House is comfortable and very well equipped. Thanks Myra for our second vacation at the Ice House.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Stay

Our stay was so relaxing. What a great view! The house was very clean and had so many rooms to sit around and relax with family. Very convenient to downtown Chatham. The kids had so much on the lake to stay entertained. It was great for fishing and swimming. We will definitely be back to enjoy again.!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joerg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific time at the lake

We had a terrific time at the lake. Great property at an awesome little lake full of fish. Owner is terrific to deal with and very responsive. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

amy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is a gem!

Thank you Myra! Very accurate description - loads of room and the lake front is awesome!! We brought our own paddle boards and paddled multiple times a day!! We almost never left but easy access to beach and downtown. Can’t wait to return 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly W., Orinda, CA

We didn't want to leave!

We loved every minute of your house, didn't want to leave. People in town we're more than friendly and nice. Kids spent hours on the dock. We enjoyed baseball, we biked to beaches and town, and fell in love with Chatham.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Arnold K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

incredible family vacation in Chatham by Lovers Lake

This home had everything and more one could ask for my family of 10 The location on the lake was magical and the home was equally amazing. We all had plenty of room for meals, entertainment and the use of a kayak, paddle board and canoe for the lake with life jackets for the grandkids 8 and under.. In spite of the cost, the memories we made are worth every penny. I would highly recommend this property hosted by Myra to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

The Perfect Getaway

Awe inspiring views from an extremely comfortable and livable home on a short dead end road directly on the lake. Short drive to beaches and a happening downtown. Go for a swim and jump into the outdoor shower and step onto one of the two decks overlooking a beautiful sunset on Lovers lake! Which happens to be engine free, just paddlers and stocked with fresh fish.Doesn't get any better than this, we are going back every year with the kids.

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

picturesque chatham home

We had a lovely stay in Myra’s home~ The Ice House. The owner Myra was very attentive & very easy to communicate with. The home had a picturesque backyard. Every morning we looked forward to sitting out back and looking at the lake, while the kids fished (and caught soooo many fish). Canoeing and paddle boarding in the lake was very peaceful. The home was equipped with everything we needed and gave the true Cape Cod experience. Our family created so many memories at this home and we hope to make it a yearly family vacation! Highly recommend staying here and creating your own family memories! Thank you again Myra for opening your home to us! ~ The Carbone Family
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W., Collinsville, CT

Perfect Lake House

What a wonderful house and setting - perfect for our family of 6 adults and 3 small children. The lake was beautiful - spent our mornings going to the ocean beaches (5 min drive) or exploring Chatham - afternoons back at the lake. The children especially enjoyed the sandy beach and warm water of the lake and the calm water was perfect for kayaking, canoeing and fishing. We enjoyed having the beaches and town so close by, but the quiet beauty of the lake was our favorite part. The bike trail was only a short distance away - easy to bike to and we were able to ride our bikes to the beaches. The house was clean and bright and the kitchen was well equipped for our large group. Plenty of comfortable seating in the outdoor areas so everyone could find their own space. We have rented many vacation houses over the years in various locations, but this was definitely one of our favorites. We hope to return next year and make this our annual family gathering spot!

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

September weekend

The good first: Lots of sitting areas inside and outside first floor. The setting on the lake is really beautiful and peaceful. The bad: 2nd floor of house is 4 bedrooms, only one of which is spacious. Just one very small, crammed bathroom for 4 bedrooms was not good. Stairwell definitely doesn't meet code and you have to walk sideways up and downstairs, so not good for older people. Downstairs the cushions on some of the chairs are stained and need replacement. I guess I should have read more about the fact that it's the old Ice House and REALLY old. Shower in downstairs bath only runs hot water, cold handle is frozen so you can't use it. I give it 5 stars because of the setting and ample room to spread out. We still had a wonderful time. Owner is very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E., Lawrenceville, GA

Family Reunion

We had a delightful week we had in The Ice House! The house is amazing, filled with beautiful antiques with several cozy living areas with large windows overlooking Lover's Lake. The home is extremely private and closely located to downtown Chatham. With 10 family members under one roof, we had plenty of room to be all together or be alone to read or rest. Several of us took advantage of the canoe and kayak and ventured onto the lake. A VERY friendly muted swan visited us each day looking for a tasty cracker. He would eat right out of your hand. What a gorgeous creature! It was fascinating to watch him fly over the lake and beautifully land in the water right next to the dock. We cooked in every night and the kitchen was very-well equipped and meet all our needs. Actually, it was hard at times to leave the home because it was so cozy to stay. Thank you, Myra, for allowing us to visit your beautiful home. Although we were not used to bringing our own linens and towels, we made it work! October is a perfect time to visit Cape Cod and the weather was perfect!

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical

Magical
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Vacation House

We just returned from our stay at Myra's home in Chatham. We had a glorious week on the Cape. The house was perfect for my family of 6 adults and 4 children (5, 2, 2, 6mo) . Plenty of room for everyone. We especially enjoyed having our own private beach on Lover's Lake. We kayaked, paddle boarded, and the kids loved jumping off the dock and feeding the fish. There is no lack of outdoor seating and dining areas especially great for viewing the sunsets. The mid-Cape location is close to anything your heart desires. I highly recommend this property. Thank you Myra for sharing you wonderful home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected

Stairs are the only problem with this beautiful place, both outside and inside, which made it a bit of a challenge for the three octogenarians. Otherwise we all were delighted. The sunsets are spectacular. The outdoor spaces a delight. The interior is spacious and well furnished and decorated. Bathrooms are tight and only one upstairs with four bedrooms but the showers were good. The waterfront is lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love the view of the lake

This house had stunning views and was perfect for a extended family vacation. The kids loved fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding on the lake. The house had plenty of room so kids could have their own areas to hang out together. We had a great family vacation. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect lakeside getaway for a large group

We enjoyed a wonderful, relaxing week at the Ice House. Our host, Myra, was incredibly responsive to our questions. The property has plenty of indoor and outdoor space to accommodate a large group. At any one time, we had family members paddling on the lake, others fishing from the dock and the rest relaxing on the various decks and outdoor seating areas — ideal for a multigenerational group. The property offers amazing water views with an ideal location from which to explore Chatham. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Spot on the Lake

My extended family had an amazing week at this Lake House. It was peaceful and tranquil with great sunsets everyday. We had fun fishing, paddleboarding, and kayaking out on the lake. The house was very comfortable, clean, and had so many amenities to make us feel at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carmen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot!

It is a great spot, everything is right there, you don't need to go anyplace. We loved the kayaking, paddling and fishing. Sunsets were beautiful, eating outdoors watching the sunset was a definitely highlight.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation 2020

Our stay at The Ice House exceeded our expectations! The house is perfect for a large family get together. We enjoyed relaxing by the Lake and spending much needed down time! Myra was attentive to every detail, and was always available to answer a question. The house has a lot of charm and is well maintained and clean. The grounds are beautiful with a picture perfect view! We enjoyed every minute of our stay!! We have already recommended this house to others.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chatham

Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maegan H.

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Weekend getaway

Lovely experience staying here! There was plenty of room for the whole family and the back yard water view was just what we needed to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chatham Ice House - Great for Family Get Together

The property was amazing! The house inside and out is really well appointed - everything you need for your stay is there! Plenty of room for everyone to be together or to spread out. The lake is so much fun - paddle boarding, rafts, kayak etc. A quick ride to downtown Chatham and easy access to Ryder's Cove. A great spot to bring the family together!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

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