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Chatham Oceanfront Hospitality Opportunity

196 Shore Road Chatham, Chatham, MA 02633

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For Sale

$25,000,000

Rare opportunity: 3.2 acres with panoramic water views and private beach.

Type:Commercial

Property size:

13,388 SF

Price / SF:

$1,867/SF

HighLights

Premier oceanfront property with sweeping panoramic water views of Pleasant Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.
Pristine private beach with nearly 150 linear feet of ocean frontage.
Rare opportunity: First time on the market in 66 years.
Located in the heart of esteemed Chatham, a short walk from shops, dining, golf, and the Chatham Lighthouse.
Significant land holding: 3.2 acres.
Flexible development options: Continue hospitality business, expand, redevelop commercially, or create a residential property.

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Listing Contact

MICHAEL TAMMARO

For Sale

$25,000,000

Rare opportunity: 3.2 acres with panoramic water views and private beach.

Type:Commercial

Property size:

13,388 SF

Price / SF:

$1,867/SF

Added:: Aug 28, 2025
Days on Market:: 298
Last Refresh:: May 11 at 12:11 am

Property Features for 196 Shore Road Chatham

General Information

Standard status: Active
Size: 13,388 SF
Property subtype: Commercial

Building Details

Year Built: 1959

We can help!

Listing Contact

MICHAEL TAMMARO

Listing agent MICHAEL TAMMARO License #449516171

Listing office RELATED BEAL SALES, LLC

Listing date Aug 28, 2025

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HighLights

Premier oceanfront property with sweeping panoramic water views of Pleasant Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.
Pristine private beach with nearly 150 linear feet of ocean frontage.
Rare opportunity: First time on the market in 66 years.
Located in the heart of esteemed Chatham, a short walk from shops, dining, golf, and the Chatham Lighthouse.
Significant land holding: 3.2 acres.
Flexible development options: Continue hospitality business, expand, redevelop commercially, or create a residential property.

Overview

An exceptional opportunity exists to acquire The Hawthorne, a family-owned and operated motel since 1959, located in the heart of Chatham. Offered for sale for the first time in 66 years, The Hawthorne features 32 units and is situated on 3.2 acres with sweeping panoramic water views of Pleasant Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. The property includes an expansive lawn and a pristine private beach with nearly 150 linear feet of ocean frontage. Located at 196 Shore Road, the property is a short walk from boutique shops, fine dining, the Chatham Seaside Links golf course, the famed Fish Pier, and the iconic Chatham Lighthouse. The Hawthorne offers the next owner the flexibility to continue operating a distinguished hospitality business, potentially expand on the existing improvements, or completely redevelop a commercial property. It also presents the possibility of creating an unparalleled residential masterpiece. The property size is 13388 square feet.

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Hawthorne Motel Hotel & Motel

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City: Chatham
County: Barnstable
State: Massachusetts
Longitude: -69.9504
Latitude: 41.6824

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For sale
Motels
MA
Chatham
02633
196 Shore Road

What type of property is this?

Motel - Rare opportunity: 3.2 acres with panoramic water views and private beach.

Where is this motel located?

The property is located at 196 Shore Road Chatham Chatham, MA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $25,000,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Premier oceanfront property with sweeping panoramic water views of Pleasant Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.; Pristine private beach with nearly 150 linear feet of ocean frontage.; Rare opportunity: First time on the market in 66 years.