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Reception
$500 starting price
Ceremony
$3,000 starting price
Bar service
$75 per person
Reception
$500 starting price
Ceremony
$3,000 starting price
Bar service
$75 per person

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For more than a century, Chatham Bars Inn has been Cape Cod's premier oceanfront luxury resort, operating year-round, delighting generations of families, couples, and vacationers who seek a luxury resort experience with the charm and ambience that is as historical as Cape Cod itself. The Inn sits at the elbow of Cape Cod, a short stroll from Chatham's quaint Main Street and just two hours from Boston and Providence. The elegant oceanfront resort overlooks Aunt Lydia's Cove and beyond to the Atlantic Ocean. A grand main inn and dozens of seaside cottages reinforce the quintessential New England charm. Expansive lawns and meticulously landscaped gardens give way to endless views in every direction, creating the perfect backdrop for memorable celebrations. Welcome to Chatham Bars Inn, Cape Cod's most beautiful address.

In the summer of 1914, the Chatham Bars Inn opened its doors and welcomed the world, beginning a tradition of gracious hospitality that lives on to this day. Prominent Boston stockbrocker Charles Ashley Hardy acquired the land in 1912, and within one year, the main inn, nine seaside cottages, and a golf course had been constructed. With deep-sea and harbor fishing available at its doorstep, the Inn quickly became a popular hunting lodge for smortsmen. The Chatham Bars Inn has hosted the Dutch Royal Family, Henry Ford, and William Rockefeller and became a year-round resort in 1988, with extensive renovations taking place over the course of several years. The result is a marriage of timeless character and classic New England charm with the sophisticated comforts of today.

The breathtaking views take center stage, ensuring an intriguing and ever-changing backdrop for your special event. Whether you are hosting a wedding reception with a roaring fire in the background or a toes-in-the-sand summer clambake, the professional staff will orchestrate every detail with the utmost care to ensure that your celebration is everything you dreamed it would be. The Monomoy Ballroom, with its spectacular soaring ceilings and the STARS Dining Room, perched high on a bluff in the Inn's main building both offer perfect settings for elegant dinners amid magnificent decor. Situated at the water's edge, the Beach House Grill is the ideal location for a waterfront reception, brunch, barbecue, or bonfire, while the adjacent Boathouse features 20-foot vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening to an adjoining deck with panoramic views. Photo opportunities abound on the 25-acre resort, including the pristine quarter-mile private beach and manicured croquet green on the South Lawn. The Chatham Bars Inn fleet of boats is also available for photo shoots. Exchange vows alfresco on the beach or on one of many beautiful lawns, each with a character all its own.

The Chatham Bars Inn is the picture-perfect destination wedding locale, with 217 guest rooms that provide tranquil seaside elegance with state-of-the-art convinience and amenities. The historic main building has been recently restored to its original grandeur and features beautifully appointed guest rooms that exuse the character and charm of an earlier era. Most rooms enjoy sweeping ocean views, the Inn's veranda, lounges and restaurants are centrally located steps away. Twenty-six charming cottages can be found situated throughout the property, high atop a seaside bluff, nestled in landcaped gardens, and dotted along the quarter-mile of private beach. From cozy rooms to spacious suites, they're equally suitable for couples, families and large groups. The Spa Suites, located above the spa, set a new standard for luxury on Cape Cod. These 600-square-foot suites cater to adults seeking spa surroundings, each featuring an oversized hydrotherapy tub, sauna, steam shower, and fireplace. Guests have easy access to the spa facilities, including the outdoor relaxation pool and Japanese Zen Garden.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$75

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Beach
Hotel
Resort
Restaurant
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December
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Reviews of Chatham Bars Inn

4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
20 Reviews
97% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.8 out of 5 rating
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Debra Sent on 10/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Exceeded expectations

CBI is the quintessential Cape Cod wedding venue. We had a Sunday wedding- our guests arrived around Friday and the perfect weather allowed for us to use the property/pool with our guests. We had drinks next to the fireplace, and I frequented the spa twice throughout our stay. It is so close to main street and beaches, our guests really got to experience all Chatham has to offer. From a wedding perspective, the event manager was a little difficult to work with at the beginning, but once our questions were answered and our vision was put on paper, we felt comfortable moving forward. We had our event manager switch jobs about 6 months before our wedding day, but got assigned another one that ended up working out. I do recommend hiring a separate planner for a wedding at this location (We used Cape Cod Celebrations) as the event manager here will detail out your wedding for you, but it was definitely necessary to have another person helping us out. It was never made clear to us where the bride/party gets ready when we originally booked; (this isn't a typical wedding venue in this regard), however, if you are looking here, I HIGHLY recommend booking the suite (Room 36) We were pleasantly surprised by the space and were able to look at it when we went to our tasting. It has a large room/living space, two bathrooms etc. We were a group of 9 +4 makeup/hair artists and had plenty of space. Other than that, CBI as a venue executes everything professionally and just perfectly. We had a wedding of 70 guests at the boathouse. They used some nautical themed decor during our cocktail hour which was a nice touch, and the food is exceptional. I had an attendant next to me the entire night serving me drinks, making sure I ate etc which was also lovely. The entire place has excellent service, the bellmen are so professional and helped with all of my stuff and storing everything. The front desk AJ literally took care of everything for me and the entire team made for such a magical weekend. Worth every penny. Thank you CBI we look forward to visiting again in the future!
M
Mike Sent on 06/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating
AMAZING from start to finish. Love Chatham Bars Inn, they planned it all.
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Lindsey Sent on 06/10/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Chatham Bars Inn is an amazing venue! We recently had our wedding ceremony and reception on site. The setting is breath taking! The staff is incredible! The food was the delicious! It was all better that I could have ever dreamed, i wouldn't have changed a thing!
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Awards

20

Real Weddings

Jess & Ian
26 photos · 08/31/2019
Gemma & Mark
45 photos · 08/10/2018
Alexander & Kaitlin
32 photos · 06/04/2017
Doug & Alex
21 photos · 04/25/2015

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Chatham Bars Inn frequently asked questions

Chatham Bars Inn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Chatham Bars Inn includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Chatham Bars Inn includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by Chatham Bars Inn for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Beach
  • Hotel
  • Resort
  • Restaurant
  • Waterfront
Chatham Bars Inn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Chatham Bars Inn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Chatham Bars Inn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Chatham Bars Inn is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility and 4.8 in value.

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