Menemsha Village - Davis Cottage - SSA boat reserv. available for some weeks. - Chilmark

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

chilmark, MA

Menemsha Beach3 min walk
Lucy Vincent Beach10 min drive
Aquinnah Cliffs14 min drive
Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Menemsha Village - Davis Cottage - SSA boat reserv. available for some weeks.

Located in Menemsha Village. This quaint cottage is located a stones throw from the Menemsha Harbor. It is the smallest and most affordable of the three houses we rent, yet offers great views.

The house has a living. room, kitchen area and bathroom on the first floor. The one sink is located in the kitchen area. The upstairs has a full size bed, skylight and windows on each side for a nice breeze. This room also has an AC unit, if needed. The stairs are narrow and somewhat steep. There is a picture provided.

Walk out your door and across the street to the harbor. Stroll the dock and end up at the beach to enjoy the sunsets...or you can stay right at home and enjoy the sunsets from the living room. Menemsha village has takeout, fish markets, shops and a wonderful family beach all in walking distance. Bus service is also available to take you to other parts of the island.

This cottage is comfortable for a couple or a single person. Also, all renters living in town have access, for a fee, to two exclusive beaches for a fee: Squibnocket and Lucy Vincent.

Cancellation Policy: A full refund will be given if we are able to re-rent a canceled week.

Property manager

Barbara Armstrong

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Beach view

Ocean view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Only one car in designated parking area. signed lease required to complete booking.

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

Property registration number C0030680620

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chilmark

Located in Chilmark, this cottage is near the beach. Tisbury Town Hall & Katharine Cornell Memorial Theater and Vineyard Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waskosim's Rock Reservation and Island Cove Miniature Golf. Chilmark Chocolates and Fulling Mill Brook Preserve are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

chilmark, MA

What's nearby

Menemsha Beach - 3 min walk
Chilmark Chocolates - 4 min drive
Lucy Vincent Beach - 10 min drive
Gay Head Lighthouse - 14 min drive
Aquinnah Cliffs - 14 min drive

Getting around

Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Larsen's Fish Market - ‬2 min walk
‪7a Foods - ‬12 min drive
‪Chilmark Tavern - ‬4 min drive
‪State Road Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
‪Menemsha Galley - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Menemsha Village - Davis Cottage - SSA boat reserv. available for some weeks. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Menemsha Village - Davis Cottage - SSA boat reserv. available for some weeks.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Menemsha Village - Davis Cottage - SSA boat reserv. available for some weeks.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Menemsha Village - Davis Cottage - SSA boat reserv. available for some weeks. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Menemsha Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Chilmark Chocolates and Waskosim's Rock Reservation. Lucy Vincent Beach is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Exceptional

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

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

William P.

2 Oct 2023

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

Anniversary

Wonderful stay and perfect location. Will definitely be back

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Alan L.

20 May 2023

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

Island time

Relaxing

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

8 July 2022

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

Great Location

Perfect getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise V.

27 Oct 2021

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

October visit

The time spent on this property in Chilmark last week confirmed what I love about this island. The view from the front porch toward Menemsha looks out over marshes with egrets and sea gulls, then beyond to the sea. We walked two minutes to the fish market for dinner which we cooked in the cottage. I woke up early one morning to watch the full moon descend to the horizon, then took a walk around the peer and the boats as the sun came up. The location is breathtakingly beautiful. The hosts, like the accommodations, gave us everything we needed, and nothing we didn’t. I highly recommend this cottage for those who love the quiet (October) beauty of the Vineyard.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

15 Oct 2021

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

Peace and quiet... with breathtaking views!

My wife and I had a gorgeous fall week on Martha's Vineyard, with priceless views of Menemsha Harbor and beach. It was our launching point to great walks and running trails, and outstanding meals whether from one of the fish markets right outside the front door, of one of the many restaurants still open and serving well into October. Barbara was a fantastic host!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

frances r.

5 Oct 2021

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

Water views and lobster bisque

It's not just a property, it's a poem. Open Water, sand paths and marsh trails, this is a unique ecological location as well as a culinary one. The sounds of fishermen and channel buoys in the early morning, refreshing swims, the heady aroma of bisques and chowders and buttered lobster around the corner. On foot, that is!. Would a months stay be enough to satisfy? - try a full season. Wonderful and true Islanders, the owners are kind and accommodating, making my stay just right.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 Sept 2021

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

Amazing Week in Menemsha

We had a wonderful week in Menemsha - Barbara's cottage is in the perfect location - we loved being able to walk to Menemsha Beach every evening for sunsets, Larsen's Fish Market for fresh seafood and lobster rolls and the Galley for ice cream and lunch on a rainy day! Barbara is a wonderful host and we hope to be back in Menemsha next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

sally H., Woodridge Illinois

20 Aug 2021

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

A little piece of heaven

Sweet rustic cottage with incredible ocean and Menemsha views fabulous sunsets great seafood nearby walk to beach and access to Lucy Vincent Beach

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

20 June 2021

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

Wonderful location, rustic cottage

We had a lovely time and were amazed at how undeveloped the Menemsha side of the Vineyard still is. The view from the cottage is as advertised, the cottage is walking distance to a swimming beach, to fish markets, and to a trail through the salt marsh and beach roses, and up the hill. This is a small, very rustic place, tastefully decorated with antiques and original artwork. Even though it is very close to two other houses, everyone was quiet. Barbara is extremely responsive, as other reviewers have noted. The kitchen was very well equipped with good pots and pans. On the downside: The stairs are steep - as was pictured in the listing, there is no sink in the bathroom, and the bathroom door did not close properly. Also the refrigerator door needs to be repaired.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

10 June 2021

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

Quintessential New England Cottage

The cottage was perfectly quaint and located in an ideal location within walking distance of delicious fish markets and lovely shops. The sunsets from the porch are exquisite. The property owner is wonderful and makes everything smooth and trouble-free. Highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

6 June 2021

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

Cottage by the sea

We spent a week here celebrating our 32nd wedding anniversary. Barbara is a wonderful host! And the cottage is comfortable, has everything needed and is ideally located for exploring Upisland. We enjoyed fishing , beach combing, hiking, as well as ready access to fresh seafood. It was a perfect location for a wonderful week!

Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

3 Nov 2020

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

Late October in the pandemic

I was a first time visitor to Martha's Vineyard and had no idea about where to go or stay. I chose this place because it was one of the few 2-person places and was on the Western side of the island which appealed to my love for walks in nature, and for staying safe during the pandemic. Turns out we chose well! I loved being right in Menemsha Village - at a lonely time of the year it was nice to see folks and talk to people out and about. The cottage is basic but just what we wanted and expected - very relaxing and full of light, with a calming view of the salt marsh and Vineyard Sound beyond. You need to be able to do stairs to get to the bedroom. I especially loved Barbara's cookware, and it was a bit sad to come home to my own pots and pans again. Also, I'm not a grillmaster, but there is a grill for guests and we succeeded in doing a fantastic dish of grilled fish and potatoes. Which brings me to a big shout-out to the Menemsha Fish Market down the street from the cottage - lots of other places closed for the season but we always had great food options here for take out or cooking at home (seafood chimichangas, who knew that would be so good?). There is a great loop walk along the beach, through the marsh and up through the woods (you get to see and read about Devon Milk Cows in the pasture on Beach Plum Lane). Also close to many other walking places, including the Menemsha Hills Reserve and Tea Lane Farm. And Barbara is very responsive but also seemingly very laid back, which is wonderful combination. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beata L.

16 Sept 2020

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

Perfect Menemsha cottage

We rented this house for a quiet week away in September; our first time on Martha's Vineyard. We walked in and there were fresh flowers on the table! It was so fun to be able to walk to Menemsha beach and the fish market. Barbara was delightful and helpful but not nosy or omnipresent. Access to Squibnocket and Lucy Vincent beaches was so fun - we rented bikes and they were close enough to bike to. We loved going to sleep to the sound of the harbor bell buoy. Like a previous reviewer said - this cottage has everything you need and nothing you don't need. The is an extra day built in between renters to allow for deep covid cleaning and airing out. The listing created accurate expectations for our stay and we had a truly lovely time.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

16 Aug 2020

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

Rustic retreat

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Owner could not have been nicer or more helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David G.

25 July 2020

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

Experience Authentic Martha's Vineyard

Barbara has a lovely property smack dab in the middle of quaint Menemsha. It's rustic and compact, but it's straight out of a storybook. We had a stupendous time and would come back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

John K.

23 Oct 2019

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

Natural Beauty

Great location, walk to beach, Larsen’s fish market and close to Chilmark store. Great views/sunset. Nice salt marsh in front for birding. Smooth friendly rental experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Altay M.

6 Oct 2019

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

Menemsha Getaway

Had a wonderful week staying at the David Cottage. Looking forward to future visit.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

3 Oct 2019

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

Simple, Sunlit and Special

It’s rare that a place is just what you hoped it would be but better. The cottage is small but not at all cramped, has everything you need and nothing you don’t need, and the rooms are full of light. The owner is from an old Martha’s Vineyard family and was immediately responsive to questions and requests. If you are a certain kind of person, this is a wonderful place—rustic and real, not chic and sleek. We loved it.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

12 Sept 2019

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

I am an Islander yet I had never stayed “Up Island”. This cottage was rustic, charming and perfect!

Absolutely wonderful! A quiet, peaceful, beautiful place! We loved listening to the buoy bells and the gills as we fell asleep; we cherished the evening sunsets from our dining table; we were appreciative of a two minute walk to the market for fresh fish. This stay could not have been better!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rona S.

26 Aug 2019

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

In town oasis

A lovely older home perfectly located near the beach, sunsets, and best fish market on the island. The owner Barbara was responsive and helpful. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

diane v.

21 Oct 2014

We get it!

My husband and I recently rented this cottage to fish the derby it was perfect for us. Just a short stroll to the beach, jetties, fish markets and The Bite. Barbara and John are the perfect host! I made a new best friend their Lab Maggie! If you are looking for a laid back vacation cottage this one is for you. If you do venture out The Atlantic Seafood and Steak Restaurant in Edgartown has some great food try their calamari fries.