Martha's Vineyard Beachfront Cottage in Oak Bluffs but closer to Vineyard Haven

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Various views, taken before the updated porch and new double bed in bedroom 2.

View looking left. This was taken before the new steps down to the beach.

Living/dining room. Look out windows to ocean.

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Explore the area

Oak Bluffs, MA

Vineyard Haven Terminal2 min drive
Oak Bluffs Harbor3 min drive
Inkwell Beach4 min drive
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)98 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Small beachfront cottage; back deck is right on the water and the front door is on Beach Rd. where you can flag down a bus or ride or walk to Vineyard Haven (1 mile) or Oak Bluffs (2 miles). Unbelievable sunsets. Games. 3 bedrooms upstairs: The Master bedroom is a "queen-short"; other ocean side bedroom has a double bed; the roadside room has two twins. You don't even need to bring a car! If a family member can't do stairs, the couch opens up and the full bath is on the first floor. Watch parasailers and ferries and fishermen, walk up the beach to the jetty, rent bikes, explore the island. Or just stay home and read on the deck. Wifi, grill, TV. So relaxing at the house. In the family for many years and we rent it out when we are not there. There's a great Film Society less than a mile away with nightly good movies. Don't rent this house if you want modern Pottery Barn feel; it is small, old-fashioned, and simple.

Property manager

Franny

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Barbecue grill

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

On rare occasion, with prior approval.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking in house nor on driveway or porch.

Leave barrels next to house. The trash service picks it up there weekly. Recycling every other week--but we are fined if recycling is not correct.

Please do not use the neighbor's dock or driveway. Thanks.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property registration number C0174162210

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oak Bluffs

Located in Oak Bluffs, this cottage is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Inkwell Beach and Cape Cod Beaches can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Travelling with kids? Consider Island Cove Adventures and Chilmark Chocolates. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Oak Bluffs, MA

What's nearby

Vineyard Haven Terminal - 2 min drive
Oak Bluffs Harbor - 3 min drive
Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive
Martha's Vineyard Museum - 4 min drive
Inkwell Beach - 4 min drive

Getting around

Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

Nancy's Restaurant - 3 min drive
The Black Dog Tavern - 2 min drive
Portuguese American Club - 19 min walk
VFW Hall - 17 min walk
Linda Jean's Restaurant - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Martha's Vineyard Beachfront Cottage in Oak Bluffs but closer to Vineyard Haven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Martha's Vineyard Beachfront Cottage in Oak Bluffs but closer to Vineyard Haven?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Martha's Vineyard Beachfront Cottage in Oak Bluffs but closer to Vineyard Haven?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Martha's Vineyard Beachfront Cottage in Oak Bluffs but closer to Vineyard Haven located?

This family-friendly Oak Bluffs cottage is located on the beach, just steps away from Eastville Point Beach and Eastville Beach. Martha's Vineyard Film Center and Martha's Vineyard Hospital are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Toni R.

12 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful location

My friend and I spent a week. The weather was not the best but we still enjoyed watching the ferries, sailboats and yachts go by. The location was great and the deck was wonderful. The inside is as described and could use some TLC but it had everything we needed. Franny was a good host and communicated as needed.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

7 Sept 2023

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

Another lovely MV vacation

Amazing sunsets ! perfect setup for my daughter and disabled father can sit on the back porch and enjoy time with the family while we play on the beach and enjoy the sunshine . The host is wonderful and quick to respond . Old vineyard charm

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

20 Aug 2023

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

Great place on the water

Nice little house right on the water, easy access to oak bluffs and vineyard haven. Responsive host!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika V., Lakeville, MA

6 Aug 2023

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

Vaca

Porch was a fav by all

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

William B.

3 Aug 2023

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

Brought back memories

The cottage reminded us of our family's 1930's vintage lake cottage. It brought back special memories for us. It was perfectly located for all that we wanted to see and do on Martha's Vineyard. For us, being away from the congestion of summer tourists in Edgartown was a definite plus. It is a five-minute drive from downtown Vineyard Haven where we found cute shops and great restaurants. The views of the harbor were wonderful. Literally, the cottage was feet from the bay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Franny

Photo, top left is my father who owns the house. My NY-based maternal grandfather used to summer in the cottage and do his plaster-to-bronze sculptures on the porch. In 1975, my family added a second floor with three bedrooms. Our family has squeezed many of us in for laughter-filled weekends of games and swimming, sunsets, meals on the porch. Right now we rent it most of the summer. We live in various parts of the Boston area and Amherst, MA. Photo is from Dad's house.

Why they chose this property

Lifelong memories. My family first rented this cottage in the1940's and then bought it back in the 1950's. I love that everything is right there, from views to fun water play right outside, to public buses, to hospital, to villages and film society and theatre. People flock to Eastville Beach and we are right there!

What makes this property unique

Cute house, right on the water. It is hard to find houses that are literally 15 feet from the water. Convenient to everything--buses, ferries and fun.

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