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Steps to the beach - Vineyard Summer home

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Front Living Room
Front Living Room
From Dining Room
Family room with gas fireplace
Family Room Artwork by Jack Clift, Danny O, and Derek Gores

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Vineyard Haven, MA
  • Martha's Vineyard Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Inkwell Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Oak Bluffs Town Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Steps to the beach - Vineyard Summer home

This charming summer cottage offers the quintessential vacation experience close to Vineyard Haven center. Walk to the beach at the end of the lane in this quiet residential neighborhood in West Chop. The art collector owner provides a delightful setting for your family vacation. Large family room with gas-fired fireplace is perfect for evening gatherings. Expansive yard allows ample room for outdoor games and activities. Two bedrooms, one bath, plus sleep sofas accommodates 5-6. SATURDAY TO SATURDAY RENTAL

Property manager

Bob

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
$100 fee for pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Property Registration Number C0113442960

About the area

Vineyard Haven

Located in Vineyard Haven, this cottage is near the beach. Woods Hole Ferry Terminal and Vineyard Haven Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Circuit Avenue and Main Street. Island Cove Adventures and Flying Horses Carousel are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Vineyard Haven, MA

What's nearby

  • Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Martha's Vineyard Film Center - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Martha's Vineyard Museum - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Inkwell Beach - 13 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Oak Bluffs Town Beach - 14 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Portuguese American Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Black Dog Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪VFW Hall - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nancy's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Black Dog Bakery Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the beach - Vineyard Summer home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the beach - Vineyard Summer home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the beach - Vineyard Summer home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the beach - Vineyard Summer home located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Tisbury Town Beach and Vineyard Haven Public Library. West Chop Light and Vineyard Haven Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Great location, wonderful home

We had a fantastic week with four adults. The lay-out allows for people to both get together and do their own thing. The kitchen is well equipped. And the art is a lot of fun. The location is outstanding with a quiet, leafy walk into Vineyard Haven (15 minutes) and a little private beach at the end of the lane. We rented bikes and had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nadia G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy artsy cottage

My husband and daughter and I enjoyed staying at this cottage. It's a bit dated but we enjoyed the atmosphere and coziness. Wish there had been a full length mirror somewhere and a blender in the kitchen. No dishwasher or washer and dryer but we managed!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Marguerite D.

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

Bohemian Ranch Fun

Beautiful property, comfortable house. Great neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

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

Nostalgic comfortable cottage by the sea

Comfortable. Dog friendly. Did not need a thing!! Beautiful peaceful neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Rosa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good getaway

Great location. Loved the private beach and property. House is definitely campy and needs some upgrades.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

james k.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed

Moldy mildew. Smelling Unsafe electrical Left a day early
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

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Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Keith G.

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

Nice time in Vineyard Haven

Nice property close to town and the ferry. Very quiet neighborhood. Small private beach at end of road. Shops and good restaurants nearby. French doors open to a nice covered outdoor seating area overlooking the large front yard. Kitchen has all you need to cook and eat in, including a small charcoal grill outback. Games and books available for those rainy days. Owner contacted us several times to see how things were and if we needed anything. Had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

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

Great Cottage Getaway

Perfect for our family of three. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Renee G.

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

Great location

We were looking for an affordable house on the Vineyard and were lucky to find Bob’s cottage. He was so helpful and responsive, including tips on the ferry. House was well suited for our family of 4, and it was in a great location, convenient to Vineyard Haven, Oak Bluffs and Edgartown. It’s definitely an older cottage in a quiet area, but was clean and had everything we needed for a lovely vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

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

Cozy and campy cottage

My three daughters (17, 21 & 22) and I had an excellent experience renting this cottage. Bob was extremely easy to communicate with. The location is ideal. A quiet street 1.5 miles from VH ferry. The house is set back from the street and offers plenty of privacy. We had fabulous weather and enjoyed all our meals and late nights of card games on the front deck. The one cool rainy night we turned on the gas fireplace and enjoyed watching movies. The kitchen had everything we needed. We used the outdoor shower exclusively.. We could not have been happier with this cottage and the entire experience. As a first time VRBO experience it could not have been easier. Be sure to check out John's fish market also where we ordered cooked and cracked lobsters and enjoyed many meals! Also good to know ask for Rosalind at Ben and Bill's ice cream in OB if you need a specialty cake (we celebrated my youngest's birthday while on vacation).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Barry A.

Peaceful haven

Located in a quiet byway, yet quite near to the charming town of Vineyard Haven. Spock and span throughout, with excellent wi-for. And only steps to the West Chop Cemetery, where 4 celebrities repose (including Art Buchwald).
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Sue J.

quaint, cozy cottage with short walk to shore

This was my husband's & I first trip together to Martha's Vineyard. Bob was superb in his responsiveness to all questions we had, & he is a very pleasant individual to deal with! We enjoyed the pleasant "whimsy" of the cottage in terms of the various bright colors & fun decor. I loved the porch strung with lights. We enjoyed having our morning cup of coffee there. We loved the frequent butterflies and perky squirrels that frequented the property. We appreciated the cottage being located in Vineyard haven area, which suits my husband and I very well. (we enjoyed the quieter town center, some nice restaurants and gallery/shops too.) The cottage is situated on a quiet street, and a plus is that it takes just a brief stroll down the lane to see the shoreline. We enjoyed walks on the attached streets, and enjoyed the nearby trail through the woods, accessible from the main street, just 5 minutes or so from the cottage. A short drive or walk to West Chop led to a beautiful community overlook where we caught some amazing sunsets! Okay, now for a bit of constructive feedback - we would highly recommend the owner place either shades, blinds or window treatments in the living room (the room pictured in the photo that has the wall to wall windows) in order to provide privacy in the evening. Anyone driving or walking by could see right in. The cottage did smell a bit "musty" when we arrived. One of the floor lights in the smaller bedroom had a broken outlet plug (one end was stuck in the socket, so you could not replace or use another lamp close to the bed.) The walls in the smaller bedroom and bathroom had various dirt marks - not sure if they could simply be scrubbed clean... or preferably, a fresh coat of paint in those rooms would be amazing. I think a set of vanity lights above the bathroom mirror would be helpful to women. The lighting was not the best in the bathroom. Additional mirror lighting would be helpful for women in terms of applying makeup. Towels could be refreshed by simply buying a new set. (towels seemed somewhat old and worn. extra hand towels and wash cloths would have been nice. ) I don't like to leave negative comments... but in this case, I truly wanted to share some things that would not be too costly, but could be helpful. The cottage really is a very adorable place, and with a few improvements, it could definitely be top notch. Overall, we had a wonderful time, and enjoyed our stay. THANK YOU!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gitty D., Berkeley

Charming Vineyard beach cottage

Beautifully maintained grounds, situated on a quiet side street. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking, which was great! Lots of books and games for kids as well as grown ups. Thank you Bob!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

nancy h., Rockport ma

Charming cottage

Comfy cottage with all the necessities ... great fireplace, backyard and front porch ... soooo well located . Be sure to walk to the lighthouse for sunset !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carole D.

RELAXING!!!

This home away from home was exactly what this family needed! So comfortable and convenient. I could not believe the kids were actually relaxed and enjoying time together. Our walks/rides into town were enjoyable. The ocean just a 1 min walk away was so beautiful! There were so many things to do and see on the island it was wonderful to come "home" to this cottage. Clean, welcoming, convenient, relaxing, and so close to everything without being in the center of town. Thank you for having us in your home, we will be back!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sharyl P.

Wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this charming, simple, cottage. The location was perfect. We were able to walk to town in the morning for coffee. We enjoyed the little beach at the end of the street for our dog to swim and to watch the sunset! The house is set back from the road with a great front yard. The house was clean and had plenty of room for our family of 4. Air Conditioning was wonderful to have!

About the host

Hosted by Bob

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I have enjoyed many summers with friends and family and treasure the peaceful and private cottage setting.

Why they chose this property

Martha's Vineyard has been our favorite vacation destination for many years. We chose this cottage for its ideal location in the West Chop section of Vineyard Haven. The cottage is full of charm and literally a two-minute walk to the beach at the end of the street.

What makes this property unique

Restful, scenic, fun, and fabulous location.

Languages:

English
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