Historic Captains House - Newly Renovated Primary Bathroom and Upgraded Kitchen - West Tisbury

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Screen in porch with large seating area and ceiling fans

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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10325.2 sq m

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West Tisbury, MA

Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust Historic Buildings
‪8 min drive‬
Inkwell Beach
‪17 min drive‬
Woods Hole Ferry Terminal
‪89 min drive‬
Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)
‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

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,

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Bob Gothard

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Lead waiver for children under six must be signed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Driveway must be kept clear to allow access to Barn. Cars must be parked in allocated spaces

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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

Note from host: Lead waiver for children under six must be signed

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 C0096822960

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vineyard Haven

Vineyard Haven is home to this holiday home. Circuit Avenue and Main Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Cod Beaches and Long Point Wildlife Refuge. The Grey Barn and Farm and Polly Hill Arboretum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

West Tisbury, MA

What's nearby

Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust Historic Buildings - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
Lambert's Cove Beach - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
Martha's Vineyard Museum - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
Inkwell Beach - 17 min drive - 17.0 km
Woods Hole Ferry Terminal - 89 min drive - 24.9 km

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Captains House - Newly Renovated Primary Bathroom and Upgraded Kitchen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Captains House - Newly Renovated Primary Bathroom and Upgraded Kitchen?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is Historic Captains House - Newly Renovated Primary Bathroom and Upgraded Kitchen located?

Situated in Vineyard Haven, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Grange Hall, Field Gallery and Alley’s General Store. Granary Gallery and The Grey Barn and Farm are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

2 Sept 2024

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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.

2 Sept 2023

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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.

16 Aug 2023

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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.

21 July 2023

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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.

12 Oct 2022

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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

26 Sept 2022

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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.

11 Sept 2022

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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.

6 Sept 2022

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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.

21 Aug 2022

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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.

30 July 2022

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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.

14 July 2022

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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.

25 June 2022

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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.

29 Sept 2021

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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.

21 Sept 2021

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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.

7 Sept 2021

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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.

25 Aug 2021

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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.

7 Aug 2021

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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.

11 July 2021

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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.

26 June 2021

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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.

22 June 2021

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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.

27 Sept 2020

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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

21 Sept 2020

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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.

10 Sept 2020

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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.

28 Sept 2019

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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.

9 Sept 2019

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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

About the host

Hosted by Bob Gothard

English fashion photographer who discovered the magic of the Vineyard whilst on a fashion shoot in the late 70’s moved permanently to the Island 5 years later. In those days travel was so much easier for international assignments so the island was the perfect retreat from the madness of the fashion and rock and roll business. Worked for most of the great fashion designers, Vogue for many years, numerous album covers including a dozen for Carly Simon.

Why they chose this property

You are right in the heart of the Village of West Tisbury, on a quiet side street. Centrally located on the island with most destinations no more than a 15 min drive.

What makes this property unique

Historic captains house in the heart of West Tisbury with access to the farmers market twice a week, artisans shows, antique shows and children's playground, library, country store and 7A bakery. Yoga Barn and Grey Barn close by.

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10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

Music Street Delight!

Jodie M.

10/10 Excellent

Becky E.

Beautiful & convenient

Becky E.

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Away from the crowds

Amy T.

10/10 Excellent

Andi W.

Historic captains home

Andi W.

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Historic House in Great Location

Ben M.

10/10 Excellent

Emily l., Hamilton Square

Excellent rustic accommodations

Emily l.

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Great West Tisbury location with lovely screened-in porch!

Caroline M.

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Best of Both Worlds

Valerie P.