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Front of house with sun-filled deck and parking area

View of patio sitting area with outdoor shower covered with grapes

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9.6

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Washer

Pool

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Explore the area

Edgartown, MA

Edgartown Lighthouse6 min drive
Lighthouse Beach8 min drive
Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)12 min drive
Katama Beach16 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

It was lovely. The house has everything you need for a nice stay at MV. Great location , plenty of space and parking.

Julie G.

Oct 4, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Magical Beach House, Pet Friendly! Swim Spa/Jacuzzi Close to Town/South Beach

NEW IN SUMMER 2021!!
19 foot heated swim spa where you can swim and soak even in the snow! Swim with current, exercise, or frolic with your children and your friends. Also has an attached Jacuzzi if you are tired out and want a soak!

Also new: enjoy meditating in our meditation refuge or try out your artistic creativity in our Zen sand garden
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Feel tranquility as you unwind in our centrally located Katama beach house surrounded by woods. Entering the sun-drenched, spacious, bright and airy kitchen/dining room with cathedral ceilings, you will feel like your vacation has already begun. Decks, flagstone picnic area, gardens and trees abound. Relax with your book and beverage or hop on your bike and pedal to South Beach, a 10 minute ride away.
For a change of pace, head towards Edgartown and marvel at gracious sea captains homes as you whiz by on your way to shopping or dining in Edgartown's hidden jewels.
Nearby Morning Glory Farm offers delicious bakery products and fresh homegrown produce. Or prepare your favorite Vineyard fare in your modern, charming kitchen with updated appliances and granite counter-tops. Our home offers sleeping for 8 which includes a master suite with balcony and private bath as well as several other bedrooms. First floor bedrooms and full bath are easily accessible. Washer/Dryer, high speed internet/WIFI, large flat-screen LED TV with cable service provide nighttime entertainment for all tastes. The island slows down the pace of your busy lifestyle with a yesteryear mentality. Beach-combing and kite flying are balanced with a diverse cultural offering of art galleries and craft fairs, antiques, concerts, dance and theater.
Of course, you'll discover boating, water-sports, sandcastles, sunsets, dramatic scenery, forests, farms, llamas and sheep.
After an adventurous day of island discovery, come back to your beach home and enjoy making Island memories with pleasant company and a cool ocean breeze.

Property manager

Marsha and Alan Schaffel

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets allowed with permission of owner

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Pets allowed with owners permission - $175 pet fee No smoking in the house or anywhere on the grounds

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property registration number C0153440890

About the area

Edgartown

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Katama, a neighbourhood in Edgartown. Old Whaling Church and Vincent House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal and Oak Bluffs Harbor. Oak Bluffs Fishing Pier and Flying Horses Carousel are also worth visiting.

Edgartown, MA

What's nearby

Edgartown Lighthouse - 6 min drive
South Beach - 6 min drive
Lighthouse Beach - 8 min drive
Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust Historic Buildings - 8 min drive
Katama Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Seafood Shanty - ‬5 min drive
‪19 Raw Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Wharf Pub & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪Kitchen Porch - ‬11 min drive
‪Espresso Love - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Magical Beach House, Pet Friendly! Swim Spa/Jacuzzi Close to Town/South Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Magical Beach House, Pet Friendly! Swim Spa/Jacuzzi Close to Town/South Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magical Beach House, Pet Friendly! Swim Spa/Jacuzzi Close to Town/South Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Beach House, Pet Friendly! Swim Spa/Jacuzzi Close to Town/South Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magical Beach House, Pet Friendly! Swim Spa/Jacuzzi Close to Town/South Beach located?

Located in Katama, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Edgartown Public Library, Old Whaling Church and Vincent House Museum. Norton Point Beach and Lighthouse Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui O.

25 June 2024

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

Vacation was a 10 out of 10

The house was the perfect size for our family which included 6 adults and a 2 year old dog. The weather was perfect all week and we got to enjoy the pool and hot tub several times throughout the week. Alan was very responsive and easy to communicate with both before our stay and during. He even made a point to drop off a new blender to us when we let him know that the existing one was not working. It was also great to be able to have the air conditioning on the hotter days and there was plenty of outdoor seating for everyone to be together or spread out over the course of our week.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

4 Oct 2023

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

Family wedding

It was lovely. The house has everything you need for a nice stay at MV. Great location , plenty of space and parking.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

8 Aug 2023

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

Martha's Vineyard Family Vacation

Great location, 5 minutes to town, 5 minutes to beach. Can bike to both town and the beach with ease. Nice house, well maintained. Love the pool / hot tub. Many outdoor seating options depending on time of day. Owners were the most communicative I have come across in my rental history. Highly recommend the hosts, Marsha and Alan, as well as this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

sharon and david s.

21 July 2023

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location. Needs a little attention to detail.

We really enjoyed our stay in the house. There were some issues that, if resolved, would have made the stay better. These ranged from minor issues such as only providing decaffeinated coffee and some Jets not working in the hot tub to the biggest problem of dealing with ants in the kitchen. But overall, we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 July 2023

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

Convenient location and quiet neighborhood

Pool was awesome! Clean and uncluttered home we loved it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

27 Sept 2022

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

Beautiful home in Martha's Vineyard!

This property is beautifully kept with all of the amenities of home available. A bonus was the jacuzzi, which was our favorite way to spend the evenings. This was our first VRBO trip and we couldn't be more pleased. The owner, Alan was quick to respond to any questions and the whole rental process was very easy. Thank you for the wonderful accommodations.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie E.

12 Sept 2022

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

Great Escape

We had such a great time on Martha's Vineyard and this lovely home made that so easy. The location cannot be beat. The gardens and pool made it very enjoyable when not in town shopping and eating!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy H.

9 Sept 2022

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

Such a lovely home. We’ll appointed both inside and out. Location cannot be beat!

After 20 years of renting in the Katama area, we have found our home away from home!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

22 Aug 2022

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

Male Bonding Trip

Four single guys decided to visit Martha’s Vineyard in late August. We didn’t start looking for a house until late April so we totally lucked out with this property. There is plenty of room to hang out, or get some solo time. I enjoyed sitting by the pool, and on the porch. One day I walked to downtown Edgartown, which was only 30 minutes by foot. We cooked several times both on the grill and inside. I also loved that I could be in Oak Bluffs in 15 minutes via car. A few of us said that this was the best 7 day vacation we have taken in a long time. Alan was amazing as we planned for our trip. He answered all of our questions, which was really helpful. I highly recommended this home.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

11 Aug 2022

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

Great property / great location

The rental was just as advertised. Nicely furnished and clean. Also the pool / hot tub was a great plus!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

1 Aug 2022

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

Wonderful property!

This house is in a wonderful Katama location, so easy to get to South Beach, Katama General Store, Morning Glory Farm, and downtown Edgartown via bike or car. Beautiful living area with lots of natural light, multiple lovely outdoor seating areas as well. Beautiful hydrangeas were all over the property. The outdoor shower was so cool covered in grape vines for ambiance and privacy! I am an avid swimmer and the jet pool was so nice— I could keep up my exercise routine on days when the ocean surf was too rough. It also had hydro massage jets and you could control the temperature of the pool and hot tub! Very nice maintenance folks came once per week to take care of the pool which was also really great. The house was well stocked with everything you need to cook meals (lobster pot, pans, dishes, glasses, silverware, toaster, kettle, microwave, etc.) as well as beach towels and very comfy bath towels too. The interior had very charming coastal decor throughout the home giving it the perfect beach house vibe. Alan and Marsha were so easy to work with and very accommodating and friendly. They were communicative but not overly so, just the right amount of contact. Thank you! We would love to come back, we have been renting in Edgartown for the last 7 years and this was the best place we have stayed so far!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

16 July 2022

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

my stay

Enjoyed stay

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

29 June 2022

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

Cole Vacation

Awesome vacation experience! Wonderful home to spend a week. 5 stars. Entire family loves the home and especially the pool!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 June 2022

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

Katama getaway

Home is in a great location with a short drive/bike ride to Edgartown and the Chappaquiddick ferry. Close to major roads to other parts of the island like Aquinnah, Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs. We enjoyed staying in this home and the pool and jacuzzi are wonderful. Property is dog friendly which was important to us. One issue, towels were stated as being provided in the listing but none were to be found in bathrooms. We had to take some from a closet that was labeled for housekeeping. Probably an oversight.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

10 Apr 2022

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

Lovely home

This is a very nice home in a quiet, pleasant neighborhood near historic Edgartown. It was clean and well furnished. We had a lovely time.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

18 Oct 2021

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

Perfect for week getaway! Lots peaceful woods, and very quiet location.

We loved our stay with friends at Katama hide away! Very quiet snd relaxing location. The host was wonderful answering all of our questions snd check in and check out was simple.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joel K.

14 Oct 2021

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

Great house & location

My wife and I & 2 dogs just had an idyllic one week stay at the house. The location was perfect for quick outings to Edgartown & Katama Beach as well as short rides to Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven and the rest of the island. Alan was readily available for any questions regarding the house or island and the house provided many of the comforts of home, including the pool/hot tub out back. The house was only a mile from Katama airport, from which I took a biplane ride, which was a hoot. Thanks again for hosting us at your beautiful house.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wayne N.

28 Sept 2021

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

Great house in a great area !

This was our first time renting this house in the area and we could not have been more pleased with our experience! The owners reached out and welcomed us to the house and told us they were available anytime we had questions. The house was extremely clean and decorated very nicely in a nautical theme throughout the house, which enhanced our island experience. The TV room as a good size, very good quality Smart TV that allowed us to log into Netflix and Prime, plus all other streaming services were available too. The location for us was perfect since it was a bike ride away to Edgartown and South Beach, located on a quite street, which was also a great location to walk our dog. We were also very surprised at the quality of bed linens and bath towels, plus they provided beach / pool towels too. The grounds are beautiful with gorgeous flowers all around. The outside also has multiple seating areas with two large nice tables to accommodate a family that wants to eating outside. The grill was pretty good and worked nicely and met out needs, but they do need a grill brush and the owner told me he would get a new one. The kitchen was nicely appointed and had everything we needed. We cant wait to go back.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terry G., Scituate

6 Sept 2021

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

Terrific home

We really enjoyed our stay at your home. Really nicely kept, huge bedrooms and plenty of space for hanging out. The spa/hot tub was great, surprised how much we used it !! Close to down town and the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Michelle D.

2 Sept 2021

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

Great time in Katama!

The location was perfect, pool was a nice bonus and the owner was helpful and attentive. We had a great time!

Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Kevin W., Princeton Junction

23 Aug 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Bad times in Katama

Our stay at this property was underwhelming at best. There’s mold in the bathrooms, the oven was not cleaned in months, the kitchen is functional but poorly equipped without knives, cooking utensils, plates, pots and pants etc. Next, the property has a disgusting and significant ant problem. For coffee drinkers, be prepared since there’s only a 5 cup coffee maker (but 2 dozen coffee mugs???). Another disappointment was the outdoor shower; it’s is covered with vines allowing insects to crawling all over. Summer vacations means outdoor grilling but this grill has shelves falling off and was left a mess with grease and charred food caking the bottom. We had to completely clean it before we could use it. The tvs were ancient and in one unit the color was not working. We used our laptops instead. Finally it should be noted that one bedroom is a loft with an 3x3 opening overlooking the living room making any privacy impossible. We think for the conditions, the bedroom arrangements and the lack of attention to the property, this week was way over priced and far below expectations.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane B., Braintree,MA

19 July 2021

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

Family Vacation

The owners took the time to meet us when we arrived which was a nice added touch . They were very friendly and always available by phone if we needed them. The yard has many different areas to relax and for children to play . We were pleasantly surprised when we found out that a swim spa/jacuzzi was added. It was used a lot and enjoyed at the end of our day. House was clean when we arrived . Only downfall was the small ants (the owner did place ant traps). Would recommend this home to a family who doesn’t mind driving to the beach and enjoys walking to downtown Edgartown .

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

kenneth s.

15 July 2021

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

Comfortable home in a lovely garden setting.

Alan and Marsha make everything about your stay more comfortable and easy. The house is surrounded by beautiful flowers and gardens with a lovely vine covered outdoor shower! Easy access to town and quiet neighborhood.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

23 June 2021

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

A wonderful family vacation

Martha and Alan were wonderful hosts, providing everything we needed and great recommendations! We stayed with our 2 children and grandparents - the kids loved the brand new pool. The property was great, we would definitely stay again, and the location was a 5 minute drive from both Edgartown and South Beach. I highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth E.

4 June 2021

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

Excellent adventure!

This was our first experience with VRBO. The experience exceeded our expectations.We were looking for a place where all of our family could comfortably sleep and spend time. The new pool and spa were very relaxing. The gardens were beautiful . Thanks Alan and Marsha!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Marsha and Alan Schaffel

We both love the ocean, biking and many other outdoor activities. We strive to put our love into our home. The nautical theme is present throughout each room and many amenities and furniture are brand new. Imagine being close to Edgartown center for coffee or a bite to eat while gazing and sunbathing at the beautiful harbor and beach. We hope you have a wonderful stay in our close-to-everything home but with plenty of privacy.