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Luxurious Captains Home, walk to beach and town, super location, 11 bedrooms, AC
| Sleeps | 23 |
| Bedrooms | 11 |
| Bathrooms | 7 |
| Space | 10,000 sq. ft. |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 3 - 10 nights |
Overview
11 Bedrooms, 7 Baths, (Sleeps up to 23) Two kitchens, huge porches and back yard
This is the largest and most elegant vacation rental home in Edgartown. The Captain Morse House is close to Edgartown's shopping, dining, golf, fishing beaches and harbor. The home features 26 rooms with 11 bedrooms, 7 baths, 2 kitchens and 2 dining rooms. The large front porches facing Edgartown harbor are an ideal place to spend the day. The over-sized back yard and garden can host weddings and events.
The Captain Morse House, at the corner of Morse and North Water streets, is one of Edgartown's finest homes. This exquisitely detailed home is perfect for your dream vineyard vacation.
The home is on three floors and has a formal living room and dining room, two family room/game rooms and even two gourmet kitchens. All of it is tastefully decorated with period furnishings and artwork. The home has central air-conditioning, heat and modern appliances.
Outside on the North Water side facing the water are two spacious porches with partial water views of Edgartown Harbor. There is a large dock at the end of Morse Street that you can walk out on. Our backyard is one of the most spacious and safe in town and features a bricked patio with seating for ten with a barbecue, croquet and an outdoor shower. There is off street parking for three to four cars. Current accommodations are for up to 23 people in 18 beds. Current rates are designed for 16 people. For more than 16 a surcharge may apply.
We are committed to doing whatever we can to make your stay in our family home on Martha's Vineyard a special one. We think that our house is the best in town and offers any visitor a truly unique and authentic island experience. Judging from our sellouts during our first two years on the market our guests agree.
You can see more detailed information on The Captain Morse House at our website.
About Platt Johnson
Let me work directly with you to craft the best possible visitor experience. I can provide the best possible service when we communicate via telephone or email.
I grew up in the home you are viewing and spent my summers there until I graduated from college. The home was purchased by my father the year I was born and was used by him and my mother until 2008.
Prior to managing this property I owned and ran Island Sports from 1974 until 2007 with my wife Nancy. I am now a Realtor in Southern Florida.
It is quite a home and I am proud to be able to share it with you.
Platt Johnson purchased this house in 1955
Why Platt Johnson chose Martha's Vineyard
In 1955 my parents purchased the Captain Morse House and I then spent every summer there until I moved to Newport Rhode Island in 1979. I continued to visit my parents each summer until 2007. I now spend as much time as I can on island attending to the house and maintaining it. When it was built in 1840 it was perhaps the best home in Edgartown. Now movie stars and celebrities have built larger homes but non with the style and class of the Captain Morse House. Our guests aren't clients so much as they are friends assisting us in maintaining the property and keeping it in our family for future generations.
What makes this house unique
Our guests say this is the perfect location. You are close to town and right up from the harbor. Park the car for the week or leave it on the mainland. Our location allows for freedom from car pooling and shuttles. Everything is literally a walk away. We love walking down Morse Street to the boatyard to see what's happening on the waterfront and to talk to the boaters and fisherman.
The large open home offers privacy and retreat no matter how many people fill the house.
The large backyard can serve as a base for quiet afternoons as well as an evening party.
The restaurants and shops are all an easy walk away but it is the waterfront that is the best part of living at the Captain Morse House. After all - it is a whaling Captain's home
Amenities
Edgartown House Accommodation and Amenities
- house
- Catering available
- Breakfast - Booking Possible
- Lunch - Booking Possible
- Dinner - Booking Possible
- 10000 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 23
- pets considered ...
- Events Allowed
- children welcome ...
- non smoking only ...
- Beach ...
- Beach View ...
- Water View ...
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Air Conditioning ...
- Broadband Access ...
- Clothes Dryer ...
- Elevator ...
- Fireplace ...
- Fitness Room / Equipment ...
- Free Long Distance ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided ...
- Living Room ...
- Macintosh Computer
- Parking ...
- Parking Off Street ...
- Telephone ...
- Towels Provided ...
- Washing Machine ...
- Wireless Internet ...
- Catering Available ...
- Coffee Maker ...
- Cooking Utensils ...
- Dishes & Utensils ...
- Dishwasher ...
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave ...
- Oven ...
- Pantry Items ...
- Refrigerator ...
- Stove ...
- Toaster ...
- Dining ...
- Dining Room
- seating for 16 people
- 7 Bathrooms
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Bathroom 2 -
toilet
,
shower
,
Back of house bathroom ensuite to bedroom 11.
Bathroom 1 - toilet , shower , Front of the house off the family room with sleeper sofa.
Bathroom 4 - toilet , combination tub/shower , Full bath with shower tub near bedroom 4.
Bathroom 3 - toilet , combination tub/shower , Full bath with shower tub near bedroom 3.
Bathroom 5 - toilet , combination tub/shower , Full bath with shower tub near bedroom 5
Bathroom 6 - toilet , shower , Full bath with shower tub near bedroom 6
Bathroom 7 - toilet , combination tub/shower , Full bath with tub and French shower near bedroom 9.
- 7 baths total all with showers and 4 with tubs. There is also an outdoor shower near the kitchen door entrance.
- 11 Bedrooms, Sleeps 23
-
Bedroom 4 -
1 king
,
King California size bed or two twins (long) with fireplace.
Bedroom 6 - 1 twin/ single , Twin Bed with garden view.
Bedroom 5 - 1 king , King California size bed or two twins (extra long)
Bedroom 7 - 1 twin/ single , Twin bed at the back of the 3rd floor with garden view
Bedroom 8 - 1 twin/ single , Twin bed between 7 and 9 on the 3rd floor - private
Bedroom 9 - 1 twin/ single , Twin bed between 8 and the bath on the 3rd floor
Bedroom 10 - 2 twin/ single , Two Twin beds in a large room at the front of the house.
Bedroom 11 - 1 queen , 1st floor back bedroom with ensuite bath near garden. Quiet
Loft + Den - 1 twin/ single , 2 bunk bed , Loft on 2nd floor at back of house with 2 bunks and 1 twin
Bedroom 1 - 1 queen , Master bedroom off of the front porch, fireplace, elevator
Bedroom 2 - 2 twin/ single , Next to Master just off the front porch, fireplace.
Bedroom 3 - 1 queen , Large room with fireplace (also known as the Middle Room)
Front Family Room - 1 sleep sofa /futon , Off of the front living room - very comforable and ensuite.
- Bedroom 4 and 5 can be made up as either California Kings or California twins. These bedrooms can also be assigned bathrooms #3 and #5 to make them "ensuite". The front family room has a excellent convertible bed with a 4' thick air mattress on top of a 4' padded mattress. There is also one crib.
- Books
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Game Room ...
- Games
- Satellite / Cable ...
- Stereo
- Television ...
- Toys ...
- VCR
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- Video Library
- Balcony
- Bicycles ...
- Boat ...
- Deck / Patio ...
- Golf ...
- Kayak / Canoe ...
- Lanai / Gazebo
- Lawn / Garden ...
- Outdoor Grill ...
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Patio
- Porch / Veranda ...
- Tennis ...
- Unscreened Porch / Veranda
- Water Sports Gear ...
- Wood Deck
- 7 bicycles
- 16 garden chairs
- 6 beach chairs
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- Senior Adults Only Community ...
- wheelchair accessible ...
- Private Chef
- arboretum
- botanical garden
- churches
- cinemas
- festivals
- health/beauty spa
- library
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- playground
- recreation center
- restaurants
- antiquing
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- boating
- eco tourism
- horseback riding
- miniature golf
- photography
- scenic drives
- shelling
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
- basketball court
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- equestrian events
- fishing
- fly fishing
- golf
- hiking
- hunting
- jet skiing
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- parasailing
- pier fishing
- roller blading
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- sound/bay fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(37 traveler reviews)
Lovely property in the heart of Edgartown
The Captain Morse house is roomy and extremely well maintained. The owner and house manager are friendly and responsive. Our family of 18 enjoyed our stay very much and the location allows for people with different interests to go in their own direction without any problems. The home and landscape are so beautiful. It was so hard to pick where to spend our time.
Amazing House
The house is a piece of Martha's Vineyard history with all modern conveniences of today.
We were four families (20 people) including 9 young children, and the comforts that the house offers allowed independent activities by age groups as well as joint activities.
Mr. Platt (Its owner), is a very meticulous man who is always available to make our stay as good as it really was.
It is difficult to tell in words how wonderful was our stay in Captain´s Morse House.
Whoever goes to this house will not regret it.
Absolutely stunning stay
We booked the Capt. Morse House for our extended family during my daughter's wedding. The bride and bridesmaids also got ready in the home before the lovely walk to the Harbor View hotel--the venue for the wedding ceremony. The rooms were lovely. Everything was clean and bright. The porch was a stunning place for photographs. The manual for what to do and when from the owner was clear and concise. Shops and restaurants just blocks away. DARLING location. The backyard was beautiful. Can't wait to book again.
We loved the Captain Morse House
Our family (16) stayed at the CMH for the week of our wedding which took place in Edgartown. It was a great way to have everyone together. The formal living space and porches really brought you back to another time and the kids loved the large yard and sail loft. The house is a in a great walk-to-everything location and combines the elegance and charm with modern amenities like kitchens, bath and wifi. We have so many great memories and everyone continues to talk about how great it was, it was an amazing vacation.!
A marvelous house of the past with the comfort of the present
The house is a piece of Martha's Vineyard history with all modern conveniences of today.
We were four families (20 people) including 9 young children, and the comforts that the house offers allowed independent activities by age groups as well as joint activities.
Mr. Platt (Its owner), is a very meticulous man who is always available to make our stay as good as it really was.
It is difficult to tell in words how wonderful was our stay in Captain´s Morse House.
Whoever goes to this house will not regret it.
Beyond expectations
I stayed at the Captain Morse House Thanksgiving week with my entire family--11 adults and four children. We had very high hopes for a great weekend and they were far exceeded. The CMH is very roomy with plenty of bathrooms. It is in a wonderful location in Edgartown--beach/shops/pubs /restaurants all within easy walking distance. The house is very roomy and has a number of areas to relax or watch TV. Wifi is excellent. The two kitchens are incredibly well supplied. We cooked Thanksgiving dinner without any problem. I can't think of anything that we lacked. On top of it all, Platt was extremely easy to deal with and ultra-responsive to any questions that we had. My family is ready to book CMH again. I recommend without any reservation.
Map
Sailing, Fishing, Beaches and Island fun. The Vineyard is a playground for adults and children of all ages. I grew up here and should know.
Yes I was lucky to grow up here. Vineyard summers are truly fantastic and the quality of the air and water combine to make things more crisp and beautiful than you can imagine.
Photos
Rates & Availability
Edgartown House Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly * | Event | ||||
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July
Jul 2 2017 -
Jul 29 2017
Changeover Day: Sunday 7 night minimum stay
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$16,900
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$75,000
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August
Jul 30 2017 -
Sep 3 2017
7 night minimum stay
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$16,900
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$80,000
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September
Sep 4 2017 -
Oct 14 2017
4 night minimum stay
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$2,500
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$12,000
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Fall
Oct 15 2017 -
Nov 18 2017
3 night minimum stay
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$2,000
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$7,950
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$20,000
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Thanksgiving
Nov 19 2017 -
Nov 26 2017
8 night minimum stay
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$9,000
Flat fee
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June_1_18
Jun 3 2018 -
Jun 9 2018
3 night minimum stay
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$3,000
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From
$3,000
Thu,Fri,Sat
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$10,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 14 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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June_2_18
Jun 10 2018 -
Jun 16 2018
Changeover Day: Sunday 3 night minimum stay
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$1,600
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From
$3,000
Thu,Fri,Sat
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$12,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 14 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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June_3_18
Jun 17 2018 -
Jun 23 2018
3 night minimum stay
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$1,800
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From
$3,000
Thu,Fri,Sat
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$14,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 14 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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June_4
Jun 24 2018 -
Jun 30 2018
4 night minimum stay
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$3,750
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$16,000
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July 4th
Jul 1 2018 -
Jul 7 2018
7 night minimum stay
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$25,000
Flat fee
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July 2018
Jul 8 2018 -
Aug 4 2018
Changeover Day: Sunday 7 night minimum stay
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$23,000
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$75,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 14 guests; add $75 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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August_2018
Aug 5 2018 -
Sep 4 2018
Changeover Day: Sunday 7 night minimum stay
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$26,000
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$90,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 14 guests; add $100 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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Sep 3 Labor Day 18
Sep 4 2018 -
Sep 8 2018
5 night minimum stay
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$12,000
Flat fee
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Sept 2018
Sep 9 2018 -
Oct 6 2018
4 night minimum stay
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$3,000
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From
$2,750
Thu,Fri,Sat,Sun
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$10,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 14 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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Thanksgiving
Nov 18 2018 -
Nov 24 2018
7 night minimum stay
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$9,000
Flat fee
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Winter
Mar 24 2019 -
May 4 2019
3 night minimum stay
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$1,250
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$4,950
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$20,000
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May
May 5 2019 -
May 25 2019
3 night minimum stay
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$1,250
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From
$2,000
Thu,Fri,Sat
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$6,950
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$25,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 16 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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June-1-19
May 26 2019 -
Jun 8 2019
3 night minimum stay
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$2,500
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From
$3,000
Thu,Fri,Sat
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$10,000
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$45,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 16 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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June-2-19
Jun 9 2019 -
Jun 15 2019
3 night minimum stay
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$2,500
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From
$3,000
Thu,Fri,Sat
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$12,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 16 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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June-3-19
Jun 16 2019 -
Jun 22 2019
3 night minimum stay
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$3,000
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From
$3,250
Thu,Fri,Sat
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$14,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 16 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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June-4-19
Jun 23 2019 -
Jun 29 2019
3 night minimum stay
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$3,500
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From
$3,500
Thu,Fri,Sat
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$16,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 16 guests; add $60 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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July-4th-2019
Jun 30 2019 -
Jul 6 2019
Changeover Day: Sunday 7 night minimum stay
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$24,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 2 guests; add $95 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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July-2019
Jul 7 2019 -
Aug 3 2019
Changeover Day: Sunday 7 night minimum stay
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$24,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 16 guests; add $95 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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August-2019
Aug 4 2019 -
Aug 24 2019
Changeover Day: Sunday 7 night minimum stay
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$26,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 16 guests; add $95 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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Labor Day 2019
Aug 25 2019 -
Sep 3 2019
10 night minimum stay
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$23,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 16 guests; add $95 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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Sept-2019
Sep 11 2019 -
Sep 14 2019
3 night minimum stay
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$3,000
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$10,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 16 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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Sept Oct 2019
Sep 15 2019 -
Sep 28 2019
3 night minimum stay
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$2,500
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From
$3,000
Thu,Fri,Sat
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$12,000
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| Notes: Rates are based on 16 guests; add $60 per night, per additional guest | |||||||||
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My Standard Rate
3 night minimum stay
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$1,250
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$4,950
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$20,000
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Additional information about rental rates
| Estimated Cleaning | $700 |
| Refundable damage deposit | $3,000 |
Rates quoted by VRBO may be wrong due to their use of their one size fits all rate structure.
Please visit our Captain Morse House website for complete details and accurate information.
www.captainmorsehouse.com
Use the Contact Us tab - SO WE CAN QUOTE YOU DIRECTLY WITH EACH OTHER - You will get better service and more flexibility than the VRBO computer can provide. This is not a hotel. It is my home.
* Approximate monthly rate. Actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
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