SURFSIDE INN CHATHAM, Chatham

Surfside Inn Chatham sits on a quiet dead-end street 50 yards from a neighborhood beach path that leads directly to the sand. Lighthouse Beach is just a one-minute walk, and the historic downtown Chatham - filled with restaurants, galleries, shops, candy stores, ice cream parlors, a movie theater, and an outdoor bandstand - is within a 7- to 15-minute stroll. Cape Cod Gateway Airport is 29 km away, and Provincetown and Nantucket are within easy day-trip range. No public parking is available at the beach (free public), but the inn provides free on-site parking for guests. The location on a quiet street with direct beach access makes it especially convenient for families and those attending events at nearby Chatham Bars Inn.

All rooms (updated in 2021) feature individual air-conditioning units, flat-screen cable TV, free WiFi, and private bathrooms with bath and shower (walk-in in most rooms). Some rooms include a patio, terrace, or sitting area. Rooms designated with sea views offer direct ocean vistas, and certain room types include complimentary wine/champagne. The Petite Room (Queen Bed) has a private bathroom across the hall; all other rooms have en-suite bathrooms. The inn's rooms have a rustic character and bright décor, with some on upper floors (access via stairs). The ground-level petite room still requires 4 steps from the entrance. The rooms are basic but clean and comfortable, with practical essentials (heating, ironing facilities, hairdryer).

Breakfast is a self-serve continental spread featuring muffins, danishes, bagels, fresh fruits, pastries, and coffee/tea, providing a light start to the day. The inn also hosts a complimentary wine and cheese happy hour each evening on the front porch or by the fire pits, where guests can relax and socialize. No restaurant or kitchen facilities are on site; however, staff can microwave items brought by guests during office hours. A vending machine with drinks is available 24/7. For meals beyond breakfast, downtown Chatham offers a wide variety of restaurants and bars within a 10-minute walk, and a two-minute drive into town makes picking up dinner easy.

Surfside Inn does not have a spa, swimming pool, or fitness center. Leisure facilities focus on outdoor relaxation: a large front porch with porch swing, outdoor seating, fire pits, and an outdoor fireplace. The inn provides free sun loungers and beach umbrellas on-site, plus abundant beach equipment (chairs, towels, blankets, coolers, wagons, badminton equipment, and board games/puzzles for families). Cycling is available off-site (bike rental shop a short walk on Main Street). The beach path is ideal for morning walks, dips in the ocean, and family beach time. The property also has a communal guest refrigerator and commercial ice machine for guest use.

The inn offers free WiFi in all areas, free on-site private parking (no reservation needed), and a business centre with fax/photocopying. Guest services include concierge service, express check-in/check-out, free luggage storage, and invoice provided. The property is non-smoking throughout, with a shared lounge/TV area and vending machine. Safety features include CCTV, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and key access. The inn provides beach towels, beach blankets, wagons and trolleys for the beach, and coolers/ice chests. Children are welcome, with a kid-friendly buffet and board games available. The staff are known for being warm, helpful, and approachable. Late arrivals can be arranged by contacting the inn in advance.