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Sun loungers, beach towels
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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West Tisbury, MA
  • Alley’s General Store
    7 min walk
  • 7a Foods
    2 min walk
  • New Bedford Bus Terminal
    136 min drive
  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)
    7 min drive

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About the area

Vineyard Haven

In Vineyard Haven .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Alley’s General Store and Grange Hall. Field Gallery and Granary Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust Historic Buildings - 8 min drive
  • Lambert's Cove Beach - 8 min drive
  • Martha's Vineyard Museum - 13 min drive
  • Inkwell Beach - 17 min drive
  • Katama Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kitchen Porch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Black Dog Bakery Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Larsen's Fish Market - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Scottish Bakehouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Fish House - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Captains House - Newly Renovated Primary Bathroom and Upgraded Kitchen


Beautiful restored 130 year old Sea Captain's House on historic Music Street in the heart of West Tisbury. The home was lovingly restored to it's original splendor by the owners, keeping all the architectural details. The candlelight dining room is wonderfully cozy to entertain friends. A spacious screened-in porch allows al fresco dining, a quiet location to read the book you have been meaning to read for the last year but never had time. The bedrooms are bright and airy with shutters and ample closet space. The outdoor shower is great for when you return from the beach. There is a gas barbecue in the backyard and an area for outdoor dining. Ample parking. Sleeps 10.

Keywords: 150 year old Traditional Clapboard Sea Captain's House, West Tisbury, Martha's Vineyard, Cape and Islands, rental home, rental house, the Vineyard,

Property manager

Bob Gothard

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Hunting nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Lead waiver for children under six must be signed
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Lead waiver for children under six must be signed For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0096822960

Property is also known as

Historic Sea Captains House West Tisbury
Historic Sea Captains House
Historic Sea Captains West Tisbury
Historic Captains House West Tisbury Vineyard Haven
Historic Captains House West Tisbury Private vacation home
Historic Sea Captains House in West Tisbury West Tisbury
Historic Sea Captains House in West Tisbury Vineyard Haven

Historic Captains House - Newly Renovated Primary Bathroom and Upgraded Kitchen Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Music Street Delight!
Wow -= what a wonderful time we had during this stay And this was our second time at this house - so we knew excatly what to expect, And it was even better!! This is such a wonderful and welcoming house - just so easy for our family. The location is terrific - especially with young children - the playground across the street, the wonderful library around the corner, a great place (7A) for breakfast food and perhaps my favorite place on the island - the Field Gallery!! Having stayed there before, it was so easy to settle in - but since we were there, there were many renovations/improvements- including the kitchen and master bath And the screened-in porch is fantastic - we all spent so much time there - meals, playing, perfect for rainy days, too!! But perhaps the icing on the cake is that the owners, Josh & Grace, were a pleasure to rent from - at every step of the way. They are so responsive, helpful and truly couldn't be better landlords. So I give this house and our stay an A+++
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful & convenient
The house is beautifully restored and well appointed. The screened in porch is a dream.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Away from the crowds
Lovely home in quiet up island area. Short drive to beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic captains home
A beautiful house that is well located next to the Unitarian church and Alleys general store. The screened porch is epic and everything in the kitchen is updated and the beds were very comfortable. It absolutely has the feel of a historic house that has been lovingly maintained. Only comment might be to add more instructions/information in the welcome packet. Would definitely go again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic House in Great Location
Having grown up in classic old home, this property really appealed to me. The large, screened in porch overlooking a very nice lawn was also very appealing. Having spent years coming to the Vineyard, I also appreciated the convenient location and its accessibility to all points of interest on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily l., Hamilton Square

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent rustic accommodations
We came to the island for a few family memorials, and hosted two post-event large-ish evening get-togethers at the beginning of our stay. The weather complied and the lovely and capacious screened porch, dining, and two living rooms enabled several small groups to congregate pretty well.. The house is outfitted for a party- with lovely and plentiful (non-plastic!) serving supplies, glassware, flatware etc. which was very happy-making. The art and unpretentious, yet elegant furnishings create a very homey, comforting environment. The kitchen was a pleasure for collaborative cooking - there we found everything we needed to cook great multiple daily meals for our group. Our only recommendations would be to 1) improve lighting (particularly in the waning summer, early fall, with the earlier darker evenings); and 2) provide more comfortable seating for 6-8 people in the communal living/dining spaces. It was impossible to play games, hang out comfort or read in the two sitting rooms in the evenings with the minimal lighting. Likewise, the full bath upstairs needs additional lighting-it would particularly make the room safer for older folks. That said, we made do quite nicely and loved our stay. Would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great West Tisbury location with lovely screened-in porch!
Our family (5 adults + 1 dog!) enjoyed our stay in this West Tisbury home. Great location -- close to Long Point and Lamberts' Cove beaches, as well as some great walking trails -- and we loved spending time on the large screened-in porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of Both Worlds
Our second annual stay in this property that is just as listed & in our opinion, supremely located. While it’s difficult to want to leave the perfect screen porch, one can easily get anywhere on island from this hamlet. The kitchen is nicely stocked to cook in while there are many local eats nearby. We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic home in West Tisbury
The Captain's house is a fabulous home. This is the second year we've stayed there and we have found that it suits our needs perfectly. The bedrooms are spacious, bedding comfortable and the ceiling fans and AC units (new from 1 year ago) will keep you cool on sweltering nights. The living room and sitting room are ideal spaces for reading or simply quiet contemplation. The kitchen is incredibly well equipped, we used it daily. The screened in porch is definitely the highlight of the home, a perfect place to have a meal or a drink, and enjoy time with others, day or night. Other upsides: the outdoor shower is great when coming home from a day at the beach, a stay in the home gives one access to Lambert's Cove Beach, and the West Tisbury Farmer's Market (Wed/Sat) is around the corner. We look forward to a return visit next summer!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place for Family
Beautiful historic home right in the village of West Tisbury; easy access to the bus station, historic general store, library, playground, and art gallery. We had a slight hiccup with the air conditioning units early on but the owner/property manager was great and it was fixed quickly. One bedroom did not have an AC unit which complicated our stay a bit (child’s room) and the cleaning crew showed up an hour early on the last day (9 AM although check out was 10 AM) and hung out in the back yard until we left at 9:45 AM. (That was a bit disappointing since our flight wasn’t until much later in the day and we wanted a relaxing morning before departing.) Minus that, it was a good property with gorgeous furnishings and a nice back yard. I would recommend staying there when the weather is a bit on the cooler side.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical west tisbury
We loved this home, BOTH years we visited and cannot wait for the next. It is a lovely home with an enchanting garden, centrally situated to everywhere on the island
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
West Tisbury get away
We really enjoyed our stay here. We loved the beauty and associated quirky charm of this farmhouse. Even though it was June, we really lucked out with beautiful sunny weather. The big screened porch was a real hit for morning coffee and evening relaxation. We cooked almost every night, and had our meals both in the cozy dining room, as well as the porch. Saw my first firefly of the season on our last night! Host very responsive - with obvious new beach chairs and towels. Right around the corner from coffee place for those who had to work from home!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Central Island Location
We very much enjoyed our stay and had a very positive experience overall, especially the large screened porch became our go-to place to relax, enjoy evening cocktails and dinner. The house has plenty of comfortable space inside and out even for large groups. The only drawback was that the lighting on the porch is very minimal; indeed we temporarily moved one or two table lamps from the inside to the porch so that we could read and see our food :-) There are many board games and an endless supply of books. Our host even allowed us to take a few home and send back once we finish reading them. The kitchen is equipped well with pretty much everything one would expect . Contrary to the description there where no beach chairs and beach towels. Our host quickly remedied that by dropping a few off the day after we asked for them. However, there where a couple of things that didn't impress us. One thing especially we didn't expect: only one bathroom has a shower, and it is not very spacious due to it being inside a free standing bath tub. It was described correctly but we didn't notice and didn't think of asking before booking. The outside shower, however, is wonderful - and the weather was still warm enough for it to be used comfortably. The mattress of one of the queen beds clearly has seen better times. We found it uncomfortably soft and worn out in the center. Also note that the downstairs bedroom has no closet. We didn't use it but it's good to know especially when booking with a larger group.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Brent H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sept in West Tisbury
Robert and Josh were exceptional in making our stay agreeable. We forget a vital pc cable and they developed a solution to allow us to work remotely. Above and beyond. Their property is centrally located to explore the Vineyard. Their screened porch was our home for the week. Simply marvelous. If you are a cyclist, the location is perfect. If you are a reader, they have an impressive library. The public library across the street is a gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terence O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Spot
We had a great time during our stay. The house was great for a large group with young kids and close to store/library/playground in West Tisbury. We loved the charm of the house and the screened in porch, where we spent most of our family meals!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Captain's House_West Tisbury
We thoroughly enjoyed our time in this beautiful West Tisbury home. It's an historic property, but has ample modern amenities. We cooked a lot, so the well stocked kitchen was marvelous. The outdoor shower made evening transitions after long days at the beach pleasurable and the large screened in porch is where we spent all of our evenings. It was a truly lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect island escape!
Incredible stay at a stunning historic home full of charm. We had an incredible stay and absolutely loved our time, especially our endless mornings and evenings on the magical screened in porch.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Fabulous Place to
We've been coming to the Vineyard for 40+ years and this house was fabulous! We've always stayed in Chilmark but wanted to be in West Tisbury because of the location, with an18 month old now in the family - and the Historic Captain's House was everything it was described as - and it fit the bill perfectly! Bob and Josh were wonderful hosts - very responsive and available if needed. The house is so comfortable, with many spaces to 'live in' and with such a beautiful aesthetic. The house is well equipped and a perfect location to go anywhere on the island. The screened-in porch is a wonderful place to be (as great as it looks in the pictures, as is the house!)..and we spent hours there, from morning until night - hanging out and dining, in all kinds of weather. The only negative was having to leave!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
This is a beautiful property! We loved dining on the screened patio every day. The location is convenient to everywhere on the island. And the owners were extremely responsive and helpful. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly 1st Vineyard Visit
Perfect peace in an exquisite home & location. If you seek the comfort of home on MV, you have found THE place. This Music Street home is filled with character & every comfort one could imagine - just as listed. A well appointed kitchen, comfy beds and multiple living/dining areas as well as a serene outdoor space one would be hard-pressed to not be enamored with. And do not miss the opportunity to use the outdoor shower as often as possible! Do bring your own beach items - chairs, towels & the like. Bob & Josh were spectacular hosts, attentive to every need & with provision of thoughtful suggestions. We enjoyed many area walks including Menemsha Hills Reservation & Nat’s Farm as well as the dining at State Road. Grey Barn was a lovely place for a number of pastries, cheeses & wonderful raw milk. This perfect location made it easy to enjoy the entire island. I am already planning a next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carson Review
We loved our stay at the Historic Captains House West Tisbury! The house is beautiful, exactly as advertised in the photos in the listing. The screened-in porch was a perfect place to enjoy breakfast and coffee at the beginning of the day and a pre-dinner drink at the end. The location is great and makes it very easy to explore the island, via car or bike. But we also would have been happy to just hang in the house, porch, and yard the whole week! Bob was very helpful and responsive in the lead-up to our stay. And, once we arrived, Josh quickly answered and helped with any questions that we had. They are excellent and kind hosts. We hope to be able to return with friends and family in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn F., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful historic house, best for small groups
I stayed here with a group of 4 adults and we each had our own room, but the bathroom situation was unique. 1 had a half bath attached, one had full bath down the hall, and 2 were in conjoining rooms that had half bath+ basin tub and no shower. The master has a wonderfully firm foam mattress, but does not have an attached bath and is right next to the only true full bath. Every day, most opted for the outdoor shower instead. The historic nature of the house is beautiful, however the electronics (especially dishwasher and oven) are in desperate need of replacement. Overall a nice stay for out of season.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vineyard Stay
Overall, a great experience at Bob’s place. The place was perfectly situated on the island and we travelled around easily to all the major sites. The place was very clean and hosts were readily available for questions. The back porch was nice in the evenings after a long day out. Our family had a very nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy and Kris K J.

Liked: Cleanliness
MV Vacation/Wedding - The Jordans 2019
We love our time on Martha's Vineyard. This time was even more special, because we were married in Edgartown during our visit. The house was wonderful. We loved that it used to be an old sea captain's home. The decor/furnishings were lovely. When we arrived there was a sweet note and some homemade granola and yogurt from the owners. The granola was very good. My favorite part was the large screened in back porch. It was so nice to have dinner out there and drink my coffee in the mornings. Beautiful. The rest of the house was great too. The upstairs bedroom next to the bathroom at the top of the stairs was the only one we had used. As there were only 2 of us staying in the home. The bed in there was very comfortable with soft bedding. The WiFi worked good. I loved the little office area. Although we were on vacation I was still checking in to work every now and then. Josh, the caretaker, was very hospitable and attentive to what we needed. He was so nice. He's close by, lives behind the house, so that was convenient if we needed anything. We did not have any issues with the house. He did recommend a great restaurant, State Road, which was amazing. He was also helpful with information on the farmers market and artisan market across the street. The only negative of this location, and this was nothing the owners could control, was that there just happen to be construction going on at a house a few doors down that had increased the noise and amount of traffic through there during the day. Otherwise the location is good. It is centrally located to be able to go into Chillmark/Aquinnah or to Oak Bluffs/Vineyard Haven. There is a store within walking distance for any last minute items. The only recommendation we would have would be maybe a slightly larger TV in the main room downstairs (but this is just strictly personal preference) Overall, we had a wonderful stay at this house. Thank you Bob and Josh. -- Jeremy and Kristine Jordan
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in idyllic neighborhood
We love Martha's Vineyard and our stay in this beautifully decorated and well appointed home added to our experience. Be sure to visit the Farmer's Market across the street on Saturday morning! Lots of great hiking trails are nearby and you can get a permit to park at Lambert's Beach Cove, one of the prettiest beaches on the island. The home has everything (and more) that you could need but do bring your own beach towels and chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019