Harwich Port
Harwich Port is a village in the town of Harwich, named after the port of Harwich in Essex, England. It is situated in the southeastern part of the town, along Nantucket Sound. Lively and attractive, Harwich Port borders Harwich Center, West Harwich, and the town of Chatham. With its easy access to the sound, Harwich Port has had a long history of seafaring. Its three harbors— Allen, Wychmere, and Saquatucket—provide full-marine services, dockage, and moorings, with Saquatucket boasting a pair of seafood restaurants and a seasonal ferry to Nantucket. Main Street (Route 28) has its share of interesting shops, art galleries, cozy pubs, and a range of eateries from fine-dining restaurants to outdoor sandwich cafes. Throughout the area are historic homes, inns, and stately churches of different
denominations. There is a charming nine-hole golf course, the Harwich Port Golf Course, within walking distance of the village center. The popular Bank Street Beach is perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and beachcombing, while Merkel Beach, a small public beach, is a beautiful spot not far from Wychmere Harbor, which offers a perfect vista ready for photographers. Harwich Port was once ranked by Coastal Living as the second-happiest seaside town in America, making it a much-desired location for both visitors and residents. There are beautifully restored antique properties in the village, as well as Cape Cod ranch houses, summer beach cottages, and multi-million-dollar waterfront properties with expansive grounds and private docks.
Port Summer Nights is a festive music stroll along Route 28 that takes place every Wednesday night in July and August and draws hundreds of music lovers to Harwich Port’s main drag.
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