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Stunning Luxury House with Sunset and Private Beach

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Deck
Sunset on Beach
Exterior Backyard (1)
Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8196.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Fairhaven, MA
  • West Island
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • New Bedford Whaling Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed, 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Stunning Luxury House with Sunset and Private Beach

Luxury rental on Buzzards Bay, providing a Cape Cod experience without the traffic. On West Island, experience sunsets and a private beach with this amazing cape house on the water.

Leave your cares behind as you get to West Island, this hidden gem of Massachusetts. Experience unobstructed and breathtaking sunsets from the expansive deck that overlook the marina, Buzzards Bay and on clear days, you can see Martha’s Vineyard. Perfect for families, the private beach and fire pit area provide a relaxing place to splash, play and make memories. This three-bedroom, three-bath home sleeps 8 people and is fully furnished with air conditioning. Gas Grill, washer, dryer, ample parking, a well-equipped kitchen and well-maintained yard provide lots of opportunity for play. During low tide, relax on your private sand bar with beach chairs, kayaks and all the sand toys you would need.

This oceanfront home is a few minutes from charming towns, such as Mattapoisett, Fairhaven, New Bedford, world-class restaurants and the ferry to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. Over half of West Island is State conservation land, offering many trails and wildlife, in addition to the five beaches and many trails for biking.

Provided:
Linens and towels
Beach chairs and sand toys included
Fully stocked kitchen with everything you need to cook at home
Just show up and enjoy your vacation!

Nearby attractions
Fairhaven Town Beach
Cisco brewery
Whaling museum
Fast ferry terminal to Nantucket and Martha's vineyard
West Island Marina

Property manager

Bill Rice
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0390750940

About the area

Fairhaven

Located in Fairhaven, this holiday home is on the beach. New Bedford Art Museum and Gallery X are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wings & Things and Haunted House. Wonder Bowl and Buttonwood Park Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Fairhaven, MA

What's nearby

  • West Island - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fort Phoenix State Reservation - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • New Bedford Whaling Museum - 14 min drive - 12.6 km
  • New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Woods Hole Ferry Terminal - 61 min drive - 75.0 km

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 34 min drive
  • New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mac's Soda Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cisco Brewers Kitchen And Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bocca - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Tavern - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Luxury House with Sunset and Private Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Luxury House with Sunset and Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Luxury House with Sunset and Private Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Luxury House with Sunset and Private Beach located?

This Fairhaven holiday home is on the beach, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from West Island, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Unitarian Memorial Church and Fairhaven Town Hall. Fort Phoenix State Reservation and New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great property and location

Excellent for three couples and room for some kids in one of the bedrooms.Weather wet and foggy for part of our stay but had fun anyway, and really delightful on the nicer days.Excellent recommendations from host- especially the recommendation for Bocca restaurant.Interesting factoid- Joshua Slocum made the first single handed sailing voyage around the world, starting from Fairhaven. The place he rebuilt his boat for the trip is marked in a park. Read his book!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy t.

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

Girls Weekend

Our annual Girls Weekend was another success! Who knew Fairhaven was so much fun! Gorgeous house, beautiful sunsets, beach located steps from the house, high end amenities, kitchen stocked with spices and gadgets….everything was perfect. Bill was great to communicate with and made sure our stay was a success. These hard working teachers, nurses and social workers will hopefully be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAWRENCE F.

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

A lovely and beautiful spot

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was as advertised and the host was most accommodating. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne H.

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

Beautiful property!

Three couples over 70 on a getaway. The house is spacious, comfortable, and spotless! We had incredible weather for late October so we enjoyed the deck and the nearby town beach. We ate at Bayside, Bocco and Mike’s - all excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ensan e.

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

Magnificent House

Gorgeous, clean, very comfortable and a very nice host.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

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

Hunting trip

Super nice place and a great view
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

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

Beautiful Beach Home

If you’re looking for a weekend away in a beautiful home with an excellent host look no further! Bill was so easy to communicate with from the moment I booked his listing. Offering local restaurant recommendations and activities to do in the area. My family and I go away for a weekend each year in lieu of exchanging Christmas gifts and Bill’s home offered the perfect space for a weekend away to relax and enjoy everyone’s company. The table was big enough for all 8 of us and the living room was perfect for early morning coffee by the fire as well as late night games. The home is spacious and well kept with a well stocked kitchen! Thank you for a wonderful stay Bill, we hope to be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Wonderful stay for Thanksgiving

We had a great time at this beautiful property over the Thanksgiving holiday. The pictures are spot on - it is a spacious, very well appointed and very comfortable home. The views, especially at sunset, are incredible. We were a family of 5 people - 3 generations- and we all had ample space. Communication with the owner was very easy and he was very responsive. We hope to come back again in the summer when we can take advantage of the beautiful balconey!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex F.

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

Amazing views!

Breathtaking views of the area. Felt like a dream waking up every morning to the ocean. Would love to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyson A.

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

We loved this property!

We loved staying at 48 Alder Street! We were in town for a wedding and could not have asked for a better setting to get ready, take pictures and enjoy the views!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

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

Great house and location

The house was perfect for our family and children. The outdoor space is amazing and there was plenty for the kids (kayaks, ping pong, chairs, toys, games, etc). The house was clean and had everything we needed - the kitchen was stocked with every pot/pan/utensil and there were plenty of towels and toiletries. Location is great and Bill was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bronwen R.

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

Refreshing Stay!

Hi Bill, We all very much enjoyed our stay! Your Beach House, & location are just beautiful, with ocean views & breezes everywhere! Your kitchen was stalked with everything we needed to prepare all of our meals. There was plenty of room for our family of 8. We would definitely stay again! Blessings!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

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

West Island

Beautiful home , well equipped Awesome views , great stay for families Would highly recommend 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

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

Sunsets and Serenity

We enjoyed a wonderful week at this property. Outstanding sunsets, 2 minute walk to delicious ice cream, stunning daytime views and even more amazing sunsets. The hosts were great and super helpful. We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra Romy Z.

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

Dreamy Getaway

This summer rental was simply gorgeous! The property exceeded our expecations and our entire family had a phenomenal time. The home owners provided everything needed and we felt more than welcome. Truly a special place to come back to.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

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

Incredible

This was a stunning home. Everything was perfect from the views outside to the beautiful interior. Everything you could need was provided. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. Thanks for a wonderful vacation. Close to town and near ferry to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

48 Alder St Fairhaven, Ma

Beautiful location- nice, tall house with massive decks overlooking the ocean
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

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

Nice jumping off spot

Nice water location but also a great jumping off spot for road trips. We went to Ogunquit ME, Mystic CT and shorter ones like Newport RI. Good communication with owner and he took care of us when an unexpected water main issue came up out of his control. Recommended!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent E.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Our family stayed at this home while in town for the Army vs. Navy game in December. The house was clean, warm and very welcoming. Communication from the owner was excellent as were his restaurant recommendations. We enjoyed the house and area so much we are considering a summer get-a-way there in the future to enjoy the outside patio and beach more. Would highly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

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

Great Island Retreat

My family and I had a wonderful island retreat. The house was more than we could have asked for and the location and views were stunning. We had a great time cooking and dining in the deck taking in the views. The kids loved playing in the backyard and on the private beach access. The beach in the other side of the island was a fun time too. We would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W., Boston

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

Beautiful location and home

My family stayed here for a weekend and loved it! Right on the ocean with a private beach, and a public beach a mile away. Bill was kind enough to let us use his beach chairs and kayak, which we took full advantage of. With multiple bathrooms and bedrooms, this is a perfect place for a getaway weekend with your family or friends! We hope to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Beautiful Waterfront Home

My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay in this home. The house was immaculate and was stocked with just about anything you could need. The views of the bay were amazing and the sunsets were absolutely stunning. Bill was a wonderful host and gave us great recommendations for restaurants and things to do in the area. Would highly recommend this house!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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

Lovely waterfront home

Extended family really enjoyed our stay. House was very clean and kitchen well stocked. Bill was a super responsive host. Highlights included sitting on the expansive deck with views of the water, being able to launch kayaks right from the house to explore coastline and estuaries, walking around the island and to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcell F., Miami, Florida

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

Perfect property, location and host

Breathtaking views from every spot, great outdoor beachfront area with fire pit, close to New Beford. Impeccable cleanliness and decor. Host had wine waiting for us. House was stocked with a lot of small details, plenty of towels, soap and shampoo provided. Excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debi H.

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

Magical House by the Sea

My family rented this house over the Christmas holiday to be near our relatives in the area. So much about this house exceeded our expectations - well stocked kitchen with lots of plates, silverware and pots/pans; comfortable, quality furniture throughout the house; well cleaned and maintained; large, easy driveway and a responsive, thoughtful host. And the views!!! So beautiful and peaceful. This group has rented a lot of houses together but we think this might just be our favorite.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

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Hosted by Bill Rice

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