Downtown Oak Bluffs, short walk to beach & town; transferable ferry res. avail.

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Oak Bluffs, MA

Oak Bluffs Harbor7 min walk
Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal8 min walk
Inkwell Beach8 min walk
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)105 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Location, location, location. This cozy 3 bedroom house is located steps from downtown on a family neighborhood side street. Stroll among the Gingerbread houses, or into town for groceries, dining and fun...or pack a tote and stroll to the end of our street to Inkwell beach. Everything is within an easy walking distance, including the ferry, playground, fishing pier, Flying Horses carousel, churches and shuttle buses that can take you around the island.

Transferable ferry reservations available to guests (at same price we paid) for certain weeks of the summer. However, everything is so handy, you might not need a car. If you do want your vehicle on the island, there is off-street parking for two cars in front of the house.

This quaint home features a living room with flat-screen TV, comfy sectional sofa, downstairs hardwood flooring, downstairs bathroom with shower, and 3 bedrooms and a small half bath upstairs. Queen bed in the master, double bed in the middle room, and 3 twins in the "kids' room". The kids' room also has a TV in case you need to find a space for them to go and entertain themselves while the adults unwind after a day on the beach. There's also a TV in the master bedroom. There's a private hot/cold outdoor shower off the back porch too. The back patio features a canopy in case it showers during your stay. BBQ on the private back patio or relax on the front porch and say Hi to the neighbors as they stroll by.

Window air conditioners and fans, but for those cooler spring/fall evenings, there is electric heat upstairs and down.

Perfect for a family or a romantic getaway. This is a weekly Saturday-Saturday rental property however 4 night minimum stays may be considered during during parts of the fall.

Property manager

Frank W Barvenik

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Family neighborhood. Keep the noise down after 10.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Cancellation: If re-rented, will refund up to re-rental amt. minus fees & our addit. expenses. Special COVID19 policy - full refund if req. by state.

Steep stairway to 2nd floor bedrooms. May not be suitable for those with poor mobility. We have a slide-in child gate for top of stairs.

Sheets, pillow cases, towels not provided . Window AC's in LR & 1 BR. Elect. heat. No DW. Shower in bath & enclosed outdoor shower; no tub.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Note from host: Family neighborhood. Keep the noise down after 10.

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 C0033082210

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oak Bluffs

Located in Oak Bluffs, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Inkwell Beach and Cape Cod Beaches, while Cottage Museum and Martha's Vineyard Film Center are cultural highlights. Island Cove Adventures and Cape Cod Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Oak Bluffs, MA

What's nearby

Circuit Avenue - 1 min walk
Oak Bluffs Harbor - 7 min walk
Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk
Inkwell Beach - 8 min walk
Oak Bluffs Town Beach - 9 min walk

Getting around

Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

Lookout Tavern - 8 min walk
Nancy's Restaurant - 6 min walk
Portuguese American Club - 18 min walk
Offshore Ale Co. - 4 min walk
Martha's Vineyard Chowder Company - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Oak Bluffs, short walk to beach & town; transferable ferry res. avail. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Oak Bluffs, short walk to beach & town; transferable ferry res. avail.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Oak Bluffs, short walk to beach & town; transferable ferry res. avail.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Oak Bluffs, short walk to beach & town; transferable ferry res. avail. located?

Located in the heart of Oak Bluffs, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Circuit Avenue and Inkwell Beach. Trinity Park Tabernacle and Cottage Museum are also within 5 minutes.

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Leslie O., Boston, MA

10 Aug 2022

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

Tiny but great location!

This gingerbread house is small but the kit hen was well equipped and the furniture comfortable. The bed in the master bedroom was also very comfortable. We didn’t use the other bedrooms. Our only problems were that my husband, who is tall, had to bend to get upstairs and through the doors upstairs. The other issue was where the laundry room was. Access is from the outside, down some concrete stairs and into a cobwebbed basement. Overall, though, we were happy there. The outside porch and patio were lovely and the grill was great. I would recommend to anyone under 5’10”.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

19 July 2020

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

Great stay close to town

We had a great time. Frank & his family were very communicative. We had plenty of room in the house. The patio in the back and the washer/dryer were huge pluses for us. My kids love the little balcony off their room.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane c.

4 Aug 2019

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

Adorable Ginger House in the Heart of Oak Bluffs

The property is just as listed with easy to work with owners. The house is adorable and in the perfect spot! 5 enthusiastic stars!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K., CT

8 July 2019

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

Convenient Location

The gingerbread cottage was close to shopping and restaurants yet fairly quiet. Having the beach at the end of the street was convenient. The house had everything we needed. The owners answered all our questions/concerns promptly. It was a pleasure to stay in a quaint cottage with some modern conveniences.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Jill p.

6 Feb 2019

Cozy with a great location

Our family had a great time at the Gingerbread Cottage. Walking distance to the park for the kids was a huge bonus. Close to downtown but not too close. We really enjoyed walking and exploring all the houses. Thank you Frank!

About the host

Hosted by Frank W Barvenik

The "Ginger Bread House" is owned by the Barvenik family. Frank's parents built the home with love and attention to detail in 1968. Trina has been coming to Martha's Vineyard since the 1940's, preceded by two generations of islanders. Frank and Trina own another home in Oak Bluffs. They and other family members are usually on the island during most of the rental season, so in case you need anything you have someone local to call. Their daughter Amelie executed several upgrades when the house was converted to a summer rental and there have been improvements to the house and furnishings every year.

Why they chose this property

Cozy yet comfortable. Fabulous, convenient location. Family neighborhood. Walk to town, beach, ferry and docks.

What makes this property unique

Walk to the Campground cottages and events at the Tabernacle, historic sites and churches, as well as a bunch of restaurants, including some favorites of presidents. New bowling alley...bistro nearby, New playground with basketball courts, tennis courts and imaginative jungle jims geared for all ages right around the corner. Historic carousel, harborfront boardwalk, Inkwell Beach and the fishing pier within walking distance.

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