Chatham Bars Inn

Chatham Bars Inn is a historic luxury resort on Cape Cod, founded in 1914, offering couples the unique opportunity to hold toes-in-the-sand wedding ceremonies on their private beach in Chatham, MA. As the only luxury destination on Cape Cod with direct beach access for ceremonies, the property features the Atlantic Ocean as a dramatic backdrop for wedding celebrations. The resort hosts only one wedding per day, ensuring complete privacy and flexibility in choosing ceremony and reception locations across the property. Options range from intimate beach affairs to expansive tented celebrations, with couples gaining access to the private beach and the resort's fleet of boats for photography. Reception venues include the casual Beach House Grill and the upscale Harbor View Room, accommodating various wedding styles from oceanfront clambakes to elegant indoor receptions. With 217 guest rooms and twenty-six charming cottages situated on seaside bluffs and throughout landscaped gardens, the resort provides comprehensive accommodations for wedding parties and guests. Most rooms feature sweeping ocean views and combine tranquil seaside elegance with modern conveniences. The professional staff manages every detail of each celebration, from beachfront ceremonies to formal receptions.