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Serene September! Cozy custom home. Private beach&pond access + use of 3 kayaks.

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Dining
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Sun loungers, beach towels
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Surrounded by serene country landscapes, Welcoming Hillside Cottage offers a haven of tranquility with panoramic views of the ocean and surrounding ponds. With its own private beach access, 3 sea kayaks to explore Menemsha Pond and the ocean, this home promises an unforgettable escape. The open concept living area features a cozy wood-burning fireplace while ample storage ensures clutter-free comfort.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms130 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Serene September! Cozy custom home. Private beach&pond access + use of 3 kayaks.

Welcoming Hillside Cottage is a delightfully comfortable, custom-built, 3 bedroom family home in a quiet, private, country setting. This sun-drenched house has panoramic views of the surrounding area, as well as enticing glimpses of Menemsha & Squibnocket ponds and the ocean.

Enjoy a stroll to a shared private Menemsha Pond beach (5-7 minutes by foot) and a new and secluded Land Bank pond access spot or use your own key to a shared private beach on the south shore (5 minute drive & no Philbin town beach parking hassle or expense). Use of 3 kayaks (1 double & 2 singles) is included in the rental.

The open concept living area has a wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen is ample, well-equipped and a pleasure to work in.

Two full bathrooms.

Three Bedrooms
•Upstairs Bedroom: The primary bedroom has its own full bath and private balcony with views. Sleeps 2.

•Lower Bedroom: Furnished with lovely antique Danish beds that can be set up as two twins or a queen, depending on your needs. Sleeps 2.

•Main-floor Bedroom: This space has a new queen bed and is conveniently located next to second bathroom. Sleeps 2.

•The living room has a sleeper sofa that can fold out into a bed for 2.

Ample storage throughout the house

Added features include: gas grill, a large screened porch with eating and lounging areas, a spacious upper deck with views, and a great outdoor shower.

Keywords: light & airy house; private (shared) access to ocean beach with a parking spot & walking access to Menemsha Pond beach; kayaks included in rental; water views; quiet & serenity.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys
It helps a great deal if you can start one load of laundry, so that the cleaner has time to get everything ready for the next travelers.
The sliding door to the screen porch should be left unlocked.
Please be sure to leave Key Beach key and Resident's Parking Permit on the desk in the living room.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please do not take bathroom towels to beach. Beach towels are provided for that purpose.
On departure, be sure to leave keys and Resident's Parking Permit on glass dish on the living room desk. The town charges $100 to replace Permit.
PLEASE open the damper in the fireplace if you ever make a fire in it. No other fires allowed anywhere on the property, inside or out.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Some toys. A couple of young kids' bikes.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number C0369251040

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Located in Aquinnah, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. Gay Head Lighthouse and Grange Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Middle Road Sanctuary and Wades Field. Traveling with kids? Consider Chilmark Chocolates and Fulling Mill Brook Preserve. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Aquinnah, MA

What's nearby

  • Squibnocket Pond - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gay Head Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Aquinnah Cliffs - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Menemsha Beach - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Lucy Vincent Beach - 11 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Menemsha Galley - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chilmark Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Home Port Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aquinnah Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aquinnah Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene September! Cozy custom home. Private beach&pond access + use of 3 kayaks. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene September! Cozy custom home. Private beach&pond access + use of 3 kayaks.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene September! Cozy custom home. Private beach&pond access + use of 3 kayaks.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene September! Cozy custom home. Private beach&pond access + use of 3 kayaks. located?

This family-friendly Aquinnah vacation home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Squibnocket Pond, Long Beach and Gay Head Lighthouse. Aquinnah Cliffs and Stonewall Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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