Location: Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, USA (Seasonal Ferry Direct from New York Docks Across the Street!) View Map
Accommodations: House, 6 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 3 Baths (Sleeps 12-14)
This house, built in 1865, was featured in the New York Times article on Oak Bluffs on August 23, 2009, "The President Was Here (Grant, That Is)." The article described the unique Victorian homes on Ocean Avenue as "the Fifth Avenue of Oak Bluffs." Our house was featured in the article, and photographed in the New York Times online slide show. It is a unique Victorian home, wonderful for family gatherings. The location is ideal - it sits at the heart of Ocean Park, with the closest access to Circuit Avenue of any of the homes on the Park.
Having just purchased the home at the end of 2009, the home is being newly decorated by a designer in a "shabby chic" style with many vintage antiques and bright summery colors! Many, many upgrades from years past - you are sure to be delighted!
This house has unique charm and convenience. Walk to everything - you don't need a car. The child friendly beach is just across the road, where you can make sandcastles in the sand, or stroll along the boardwalk above the beach, and rest on a bench facing the water. Or stay at home, sit on the porch and gaze over Ocean Park with its iconic gazebo. Have your own private front seat to the concerts and fireworks in Ocean Park during the summer.
It takes about 60 seconds to walk to Circuit Avenue and access the heart of Oak Bluffs: restaurants, quaint shops, art galleries, grocery store, pharmacy, wine and liquor store, hair salon, movies, ice cream parlors, churches, etc. Pick up the bike path from just in front of the house and ride around the island (bike rentals just a short stroll away). Visit the Flying Horses, the oldest carousel in America dating back to the 1800s, just a couple of short blocks away. Take a stroll to the harbor, and see the beautiful yachts docked there. Fly a kite in Ocean Park.
On rainy days, walk just yards away to the movie house, or entertain the kids in the arcade on Circuit Avenue, a 90 second run in the rain! Or stay home and watch movies on the DVD, or play a board game of Monopoly or Scrabble.
Be sure to wake up early at least one day of your vacation to catch the breathtaking sunrise over Nantucket Sound, easily visible from the master bedroom!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Wood Fireplace: Decorative Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed: 1) Actually a Very Comfortable Bed on Second Floor in a Private Room with Direct Access to Bathroom. Sleeps Two; 2) Sleeper Sofa in Sun Room on First Floor
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Weber Gas Grill
- Deck/Patio: Wonderful, Covered Wrap Around Porch from Which You Can Watch Children Play in Ocean Park, and Concerts and Fireworks in the Park when Scheduled During the Summer Months.
- Balcony: Each of the Two Master Bedrooms Has its Own Private "Juliette" Balcony
- View/Location
- Beach View: The House is Directly on Ocean Park, Beyond Which is the Beach (Nantucket Sound). You Have a Beautiful View of the Water. the Beach in Front of the House is Kid-Friendly, Calm and Shallow.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Fax and Printer; Special Welcome Gift Upon Arrival!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Oldest Carousel in the USA Dating Back to the Late 1800s is Just a Couple of Blocks Away - the Flying Horses
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May .. $3900/week
Jun .. $4900/week
Jul .. $7500/week
Aug .. $7500/week
Sep .. $3900/week
Oct .. $1900/week
Spring/Fall (Columbus Day!) .. $1500/weekend (2-3 nights)
One time cleaning fee of $350 Jun-Aug, $250 all other times.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Oceanview on Ocean Park - Newly Designer Decorated
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Oak Bluffs
This location, at the heart of Oak Bluffs, is simply location, location, location. Oceanview, parkview, and walk to everything. The Oak Bluffs ferry terminal is about a block away - no need for a car.
The Unique Benefits at this House
House was purchased in 2009, and newly furnished and decorated. Two master bedrooms each have their own porches with views of the water. The house is on the walking tour for many tourists -- don't be surprised if you see people taking pictures of the house! See article on Ocean Park "the Fifth Avenue of Oak Bluffs" in the New York Times on August 23, 2009 - "The President Was Here (Grant, That Is)." House is discussed in the article, and photographed in the New York Times online slide show.
Owner's Map of Oak Bluffs
My family has enjoyed Martha's Vineyard for many years. My family came from Connecticut originally, but I was born in California, where I grew to have a love for beaches. Now living in New York, we drive past many other more convenient beach communities to reach that special place where time stands still: Martha's Vineyard.
Property Photos
- Front View of House, standing in Ocean Park - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts Ocean View Vacation House
- Carousel cut outs as featured in New York Times Article on Oak Bluffs 8/23/09 - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts Ocean View Vacation House
- Relax on the front porch - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts Ocean View Vacation House
- Beautiful original details, inlcuding stained glass windows
- Inspiration to visit "Flying Horses" - oldest carousel in USA - 2 blocks away
- View from Master Bedroom Juliette Balcony
- Master Bedroom
- Second Master Bedroom
- Room with Two Twin Beds
- Queen Bedroom
- Bedroom with full and twin bed
- Sunporch, on its way to being furnished for summer 2010!
- Decorative Fireplace (new artwork on its way from MV artist Lois Jones)
- Head over to the lagoon and rent a kayak!
- Or sail, if you prefer!
- Iconic Gazebo at Ocean Park - outside your front door!
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