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Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks.

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Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms130 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Aquinnah, MA
  • Gay Head Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Aquinnah Cliffs
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Menemsha Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the area

Aquinnah

A family-friendly stay in Aquinnah awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Squibnocket Pond and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Long Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a living room and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden, gas grills and a porch. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Aquinnah holiday home, you'll be 4.6 km (2.8 mi) from Gay Head Lighthouse and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Aquinnah Cliffs.
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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

  • ‪Larsen's Fish Market - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chilmark Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Menemsha Galley - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Outermost Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Home Port Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

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 custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha 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) 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 sea 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 manager

Gardner or Victoria Brown

Languages

English, French, Romanian

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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
  • Firepit
  • 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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

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 to 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.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0369251040

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks.?

The closest beach to Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks. is Menemsha Beach (3.1 km).

Does Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as baby monitors and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks.?

No, Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks.?

No, pets are not allowed.

Serene custom home. Private ocean beach & Menemsha pond access+use of 3 kayaks. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place. Location close to all the beaches of Aquinnah. Very private which is what we wanted. Design is very well set up. Three separate bedrooms includes private Master on it's own floor. Wonderful rooftop deck. And all communications with the owner were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Victoria was a great host and communication was great, answering any questions we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Home- Great Location

We stayed here for the last two years and absolutely loved it. The house is comfortable, well-maintained, and in a fantastic location. It was perfect for our family and truly felt like home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful well-equipped home in spectacular Aquinnah

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this beautiful home in Aquinnah! I would happily rent it again. The owner, location, and neighbors were delightful.Just don”t forget to wear tick and mosquito repellant when outdoors in this neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony M., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

The Vineyard in September

We had a wonderful stay in Aquinnah in September 2024! We loved the house, and its design and setting gave us a great base to explore the island. With access to six plus beaches and the use of kayaks, there’s lots to see if you want to, but also lots of great places just to sit and relax. The deck at the house is a wonderful place to watch sunrises, sunsets, and moon rises too! We will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in Aquinnah

We loved Victoria's sweet home, and the lovely spot in Aquinnah. Everything was perfect in this comfortable, well-supplies home. We loved the house and love Aquinnah. Victoria was great, and we hope to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aisha Dumi L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious Slice of Paradise

10 out of 10! Thank you Victoria and family for an outstanding vacation! Their beautiful home is well situated, close to multiple bodies of water. You can reach Menemsha pond in a 4-5 minute walk, you can drive or bike 5-10 minutes to the ocean, you can kayak, or you can take a short drive to the public beach or the Aquinnah-resident beach. The first few days of our vacation, it was quite rainy and cold. However the Brown family’s well-appointed and beautifully designed house made it a delight to simply enjoy the home. I cannot say enough about how well-stocked, comfortable and beautiful this house is. I kept up my yoga practice in the screened-off front room while facing bucolic greenery ahead of the pond. When the rain ceased, a charm of hummingbirds flocked to the hibiscus bush beside the entrance. On a warmer day during our stay, I noticed 5 distinct types of butterflies and colorful moths delighting in the many pollinator flowers behind the house. Since my sister is very allergic to mosquitoes, yet loves the outdoors, we all brought plenty of protection that we never even needed to use. The nature-forward treatment of the grounds somehow repelled mosquitoes yet invited pollinating butterflies. Every kitchen tool I could imagine, was already stocked, from a rolling pin, baking dishes, pots and pans and the like. The cross breeze regulated the temperature so well, on our hottest day there, we didn’t break a sweat. I cannot wait to return. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maxanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

A lovely home, well located in Aquinnah. The owner was available for any questions. I would highly recommend this property. The description captures its essence well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness

MV Stay

To celebrate a birthday Party.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Aquinna vacation

Loved this house and the location. It's wonderfully private but close to everything we wanted to do. The owner was extremely helpful and accommodating. We had an absolutely fabulous vacation in Martha's Vineyard!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home in peaceful setting

This home was perfect for our long weekend stay to celebrate Father's Day. It is well appointed, clean, and the kitchen was great to prepare family dinners together. The roof deck has gorgeous views and amazing breezes. We took advantage of all the special perks that came with the house, including a lovely stroll down to Menemsha Pond, a swim at Key Beach, and kayaking at Red Beach. Victoria was very quick to respond and extremely helpful throughout our stay. We would absolutely recommend this home and we hope to return for another family gathering!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our family of 5

Victoria's home was just right for our family of five, with kids aged 1, 5, and 7. Tucked away in a private spot, it felt very secluded. It was a short walk to a pond and quick drive to a private beach, both of which we had all to ourselves. The kids had a blast at the pond, even on rainy days. We spent a lot of time on the screened porch, playing games and lounging in the rocking chairs. My husband and I are thinking of returning for a quieter getaway, just the two of us. Victoria and Mara were both a pleasure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathryn l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Aquinnah

This home is very comfortable. We visited in the off season so some of its amenities were unavailable to us but the setting and location on the island did not disappoint. Victoria was a very responsive host and kept us informed before and during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F., Andover MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

Victoria was a responsive and an accommodating host. Mara was kind and informative. The cottage is exactly as described, quiet, quaint with all necessities and excellent wifi. The accesses to the beaches (plural) were amazing which we took full advantage of. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni H., Needham, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, comfortable home in Aquinnah

We had a wonderful, relaxing time at this comfortable house in Aquinnah. It was so quiet and peaceful, the deck and screen porch were perfect places to relax. We would highly recommend renting this house.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Up Island Paradise

We have visited MV for over 30 years and almost always stay in Chilmark. We decided to venture further up island and I’m so glad we did! The property is so beautiful and the house is very well equipped. It was the perfect set up for myself, husband, and sister and her 18 month old (parents: there is a tub!) Victoria provides a binder with a lot of helpful tips about the house and the area. We took advantage of the beach access and the kayaks - highly recommend! There are two balconies which is just lovely! Also a gas grill. If you’re looking to disconnect (don’t worry, there’s still wifi) and relax, this is the place for you. You definitely need a car so make sure to book a ferry reservation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness

We wanted to stay longer!

Our party of eight included 2 seniors, 4 millennials and 1 toddler and 1 baby, and everyone loved their stay. When asked, folks gave high rankings to the screened in porch (fun playing with toys and eating), the upstairs porch (quiet place for reading and talking and star gazing), the kitchen (plenty of space and everything needed for cooking), a clean house, a beach within walking distance with a shallow area for small children, and a parking pass to beautiful local beaches. And a very responsive landlady!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holmes J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home & spot

Our family of four had a wonderful stay at this quint, yet spacious home. Beautiful spot. Wonderful kitchen and awesome roof-top deck. Victoria and Mara were very helpful and kind. You’ll fall in love with this home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet escape

This house was so secluded and quiet. We loved the beautiful wood and unique design. The upstairs deck was my go to spot! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and Quiet

This is indeed a "calm and charming" home, and we enjoyed our stay! Aquinnah itself is beautiful (loved the ride to the house from Vineyard Haven), although if you're bringing along teens, you might want to emphasize ahead of time the quiet (and the beauty of the beaches and other natural areas) as opposed to anything they might experience in town. That being said, the wifi worked perfectly, so nobody felt too isolated. ; ) My only suggestions are: making sure to update the binder of information in the house so access to the private beach and kayaks is accurate, and maybe adding a broom and dustpan to the (otherwise well appointed!) kitchen just to make daily clean-ups easier. That being said, the owner was extraordinarily responsive, so these little "issues" weren't really problems at all. Bottom line: If you enjoy the beauty of the ocean and the wooded areas of MV, as well as peace and quiet, this is the spot for you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micheal O., Oklahoma City

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Location was perfect for getting away and disconnecting for a bit. Home had all the necessary amenities and the view was great. Downstairs patio was the perfect place to enjoy meals.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

margaret m.

Liked: Cleanliness

great place and very quiet!!!

had a lovely time - house was great and it was very quiet. the view from the deck and bedroom is wonderful. beware of the bumps in the road if you have a small car -other than that - great place
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable up-island cottage

House is a nice rural vineyard house up island in Aquinnah for four adults. Location is relaxing and private beach wonderful. Upper deck enjoyable for star gazing. It is a bit of a drive to other towns if that is where you intend to spend your time. Beds are on the smaller size but main living/kitchen area is comfortable. Outdoor shower has noteworthy high water pressure. Perhaps once weekly garbage pick up with overflow stored in basement not ideal for avoiding wildlife in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jennika T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing cottage in Aquinnah

Easy rental experience, Victoria was great to communicate with. Easy check in/out and spacious cottage with large kitchen. We enjoyed the kayaks on red beach! Highly recommend this location to enjoy the beauty of the island away from the hustle/bustle of Oak Bluffs.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trish L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Hillside Cottage

This sweet hillside cottage had a lovely screened in porch for breakfast and a rooftop deck for evening sunsets. The property owner was so kind and accommodating. We look forward to renting again next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022