Menemsha Harborside Cottage

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Historic Menemsha Cottage - Tilton House

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Chilmark, MA

Menemsha Beach3 min walk
Lucy Vincent Beach10 min drive
Aquinnah Cliffs14 min drive
Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Cancellation: A FULL refund will be given if we are able to re-rent the week cancelled.

Menemsha cottage adjacent to Menemsha Harbor in the Town of Chilmark. Historic village cottage for four people. 100 feet to Menemsha Harbor and a two minute walk to the beach. Also, access to two exclusive town beaches (for Town Fee): Squibnocket and Lucy Vincent.

Walk out your door and across the street to the harbor. Stroll the dock and end up at the beach to enjoy the sunsets. Our village has a restaurant, fish markets, art galleries, shops and a wonderful family beach, all in walking distance. Bus service is also available to take you to other parts of the island.

Keywords: House

Property manager

Barbara Armstrong

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Ocean view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

one car allowed in designated parking area signed lease required to complete booking.

Cancellation: If we are able to rent a cancelled week, we will be able to return a portion or all of the rental fee.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property registration number C0063320620

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chilmark

This holiday home is located in Chilmark. Waskosim's Rock Reservation and Island Cove Miniature Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Menemsha Blues Charters and Chilmark Chocolates. Fulling Mill Brook Preserve and Island Cove Adventures are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Chilmark, MA

What's nearby

Menemsha Beach - 3 min walk
Chilmark Chocolates - 4 min drive
Lucy Vincent Beach - 10 min drive
Aquinnah Cliffs - 14 min drive
Woods Hole Ferry Terminal - 82 min drive

Getting around

Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

Larsen's Fish Market - 2 min walk
7a Foods - 12 min drive
Chilmark Tavern - 4 min drive
State Road Restaurant - 13 min drive
Menemsha Galley - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Menemsha Harborside Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Menemsha Harborside Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Menemsha Harborside Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Menemsha Harborside Cottage located?

Situated in Chilmark, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Menemsha Blues Charters and Menemsha Beach. Chilmark Chocolates and Waskosim's Rock Reservation are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage for an incredible Menemsha experience

This is THE place to stay for those who love the little fishing village of Menemsha. The location cannot be beat - you can walk to everything: the beach, sunsets, Menemsha Fish Market, Larsens, Homeport, Menemsha Galley, and there are little shops to explore, as well the fantastic art at Ruel Gallery just steps from the cottage. The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Check in/check out was seamless, the house was clean and well stocked, and Barbara is an absolutely lovely host! We will be back to enjoy it all over again!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

9 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, lovely home

My husband, newborn and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The space was plenty big and had everything we needed. Barbara and her husband were available if needed which was nice. Cannot beat the location!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David H.

6 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Menemsha Cottage

We really enjoyed our stay. The location is perfect, in walking distance of the town beach, the fishing shacks on Menemsha Pier and the galleries and shops along the main road. The cottage is comfortable and Barbara was a great host. We had breakfasts on the back deck and took advantage of the gas grill.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bill B., St. Louis

6 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location. 3 minute walk to two wonderful fish markets, 5 minute walks to beach, to great sunset viewings, to one of the Vineyard's iconic restaurants. Barbara and John are most gracious hosts! Thanks for a wonderful week!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

11 Nov 2013

A classic vacation cottage

There are three reasons to select Tilton House. First is the cottage itself which is a unique piece of Vineyard history, having been moved to its present location from Chilmark Brick Yard by oxen cart. It is a classic vacation cottage, well appointed and equipped -- especially the kitchen. Second is the location. The cottage provides a wonderful view of Menemsha harbor with its fishing boats, Dutcher's Dock with its seafood markets selling both fresh and ready-to-eat seafoods, the wetlands leading down to the beach and Vineyard Sound, and the Elizabeth Islands. The sunsets viewed from the beach are spectacular. The Chilmark area is bucolic, a distinct contrast with Edgartown and Vineyard Haven. The third reason to select Tilton Housing is the landlords. They are friendly and helpful but never intrusive.

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Armstrong

My family has been on the island since the 1600s. My father and grandfather were commercial fisherman out of Menemsha Harbor. Some of the houses that we rent were old fishing shanties that were converted to summer cottages.

Why they chose this property

This house was transported from the Brickyard in Chilmark to it's current location by oxen and cart. My great grandparents lived there. After their death in the 1920s the house was made into a rental home.