Summer cottage w/spectacular views & access to private beach
Chilmark Vacation Rental - ID 34003

This is a fine beach house, but the spectacular view of Menemsha Pond and Vineyard Sound beyond separates it from other houses in which we have stayed on Martha's Vineyard. The deck maximizes the view, and the living space and 2 bedrooms share the view, too. The private beach is great for kids and in easy walking distance, perfect for a quick swim when you don't have time to go to one of Chilmark's beautiful ocean beaches.

The hosts are great - very helpful without being intrusive. They have made several significant upgrades since our stay in 2019. I expect that the accommodations will continue to improve. But there is no way to improve the view.

We were fortunate to stay at this beautiful property for two weeks in August. We arrived just as the sun was setting and stepped onto the deck to watch the sun go down on the salt marsh and Menemsha Pond. The view literally took my breath away and continued to throughout our 2-week stay. The house is not fancy, but the layout is great and extremely comfortable. The kitchen is so well-stocked with every appliance, pot and pan you could ever need that even my amateur chef husband felt at home. There was plenty of space for our crew of nine, and an expansive deck with table, chairs, loungers and a gas grill. The house is situated on a private road with access to a private pond, just minutes down the road. Perfect for my young nephews and elderly parents as the water was calm and warm. The owners have a canoe and a board which we didn't use but always meant to and wish we had. Kate and her husband are incredibly gracious and attentive hosts. They immediately responded to our questions and came to the house for small repairs and even brought us a charcoal grill when the gas grill needed to be replaced. When It looked like Hurricane Henri would hit the Vineyard, they brought us tons of extra water and advised us about how to manage should we lose power (we didn't). We have already booked next summer's stay and can't wait to come back!

We recently spent 2 weeks at this house. The house is quite spacious and has a well stocked kitchen with modern appliances. The house is in a very private spot and this worked out very well for us, having a large dog with us. The downstairs can be humid, but there is an efficient constantly-running dehumidifier(there was no mold or excessive mustiness). There are 3 bathrooms as well as an outdoor shower, which we used regularly.

The house does not have A/C and on very hot days it can get hot, but there are ample fans throughout the house and we found that the majority of the time we were comfortable. There was often a lovely breeze from the ocean.

The deck has spectacular views, overlooking Menemsha pond and the open ocean beyond it. We saw varied birds including white egrets, herons and even deer in the early morning. We ate most meals on the deck and were able to totally relax there.

There is a small beach on Menemsha pond, which is a 5 minute walk from the house. At first, we thought we would mainly go to the main ocean beach, Lucy Vincent, but we found that the pond beach was a very peaceful spot and we often swam there with our dog and rented kayaks and paddled in the pond. We did obtain passes for Lucy Vincent beach, which is a beautiful ocean beach with nice surf (no dogs allowed during summer months). The pass includes access to Squibnocket beach, but we did not make it there.

We have stayed in "fancier" houses, but there is something very special about this house that leads us to highly recommend a stay there. The privacy, the beautiful views from deck, the nearby beach on the pond are all hard to beat. We also found that the owners were very cordial via email and receptive to any inquiries.

I was lucky to stay for a whole month in this Chilmark home with beautiful views of a salt marsh and, beyond it, Menemsha Pond. The home is in a great location, just a short drive to Squibnocket Beach and about ten minutes to Lucy Vincent and Philbin Beaches. There's also a small beach on Menemsha Pond just a short walk down the dirt road.

The kitchen is well-stocked with every pot, pan, cooking utensil one might need, along with a full spice cabinet. I couldn't have been happier picking up fish and seafood from nearby
Larsen's and produce from Beetlebung and North Tabor Farms and cooking at the house.

Kate, Joe and Paul were terrific hosts and stopped by a couple of times for minor house improvements. There's a closet full of board games, a bookcase filled with books, and a nice yard where my dog loved watching/chasing birds and rabbits. On cool mornings and evenings, the gas fireplace made the home warm and cozy, and, on warmer days, a gentle breeze came through from the deck sliders.

I can't wait to visit again!

I recently stayed at this property with a group of friends and had the perfect vacation getaway. The house itself provides so many wonderful features: open kitchen and social space, private rooms and bathrooms, a wood burning stove, beach supplies and more. For me, the main highlights of the home were the areas I started and finished most days. Waking up in nature in the outdoor shower (you'll want one at your home afterwards) and catching the ultimate sunsets and star showers from the multilevel back porch. The house is walking distance to a private beach on Menemsha pond perfect for swimming, kayaking and clamming. If you're looking for waves, some of the best sandy beaches on the island are within 3-5 minute drives. There's a lot to explore on this end of the island from the Gay Head lighthouse and Cliffs to Menemsha harbor's fish markets on bike, foot or by car. Speaking of markets, there are also wonderful farm stands (some open 24 hrs) close by: Beetlebung, Mermaid Farm and Grey Barn for fresh meat, dairy and produce. You can also get to the Chilmark Store and 7a for small groceries and delicious sandwiches. We can't wait to return in the future to make more memories at this property which truly serves as the ideal home base for the perfect Vineyard vacation.

A great MV beach house .We spent 3 weeks there and could not have had a better located home and the view is great !!!
Not only did my family have a great summer vacation on MV; we also made friends with the owners. They were very helpful and attentive to making sure our vacation was the best it could be.
If you like incredible views, access to Menemsha Pond, sailing, swimming, paddle boarding, and enjoying the Vineyard's beautiful sunsets from your deck, this house is perfect.

5/5
Outstanding view from an incredible deck
The view across Memensha Pond from the deck is beautiful all day long, but particularly spectacular at sunset. The deck stretches across the width of the back of the house, with more than enough space for a large group. It's a short walk to the small beach on the Pond, great for kids and when you don't want to spend a lot of time getting to one of the ocean beaches. The house itself is beach house funky, serviceable but not upscale. Since we were on a beach vacation, it fit our needs comfortably.
08/30/2019 at 12:17 AM

4/5
Amazing deck and location
This was our second trip to this house. The location is ideal if you want to escape the chaos of down Island. The deck is incredible with amazing views of Menemsha Pond and the ocean . Short walk to a nice beach on the pond that is perfect for swimming. We had magical days on Lucy Vincent Beach and bringing our dog to Squibnocket Beach before 9am.
07/31/2019 at 4:39 PM

5/5
Deck of Dreams
We basked in the sunshine on the deck. It's a magical place to watch the birds, wind and water. The location is private, quiet and relaxing. The outdoor shower was amazing once we got the right temp. We would definitely go back.
05/31/2019 at 11:37 PM

4/5
Good time in quiet private home with family.
Private,peace and quiet, sweet view, spacious, and had everything a family needs to cook and play.
09/18/2018 at 1:00 PM

5/5
Can't beat this view!
Outstanding water views from large deck and access to a great private beach. Spacious kitchen, great to cook in, and comfy home with plenty of space. Spacious yard with plenty of room to play and beautiful planting's. We really enjoyed Chilmark from this special home. Thank you!
09/15/2018 at 6:08 PM

5/5
Lovely house with stunning pond views
My husband and I are and our two daughters together with another family with two kids spent a wonderful week in this house at the end of July. The house is extremely welcoming. It is cozy, well equipped and dominated by the magnificent terrace and the stunning views that one can enjoy at all hours of the day. The kitchen is in great shape -- we cooked and served big feasts and loved watching the sunset with our drinks on the porch every evening. Our kids loved the downstairs basement/tv room. The location is perfect for up island lovers -- the private beach on the pond is pure magic (especially with kids and dogs) and you are a very short drive from many wonderful beaches (Lucy Vincent, Squibnocket). The ever charming Chilmark general store is a few minutes drive away as are Menemsha and Aquinnah. The owners couldn't be friendlier or more accommodating. We would happily rent from them again.

4/5
The deck of dreams!
4 adults, 3 kids, and 1 dog had an incredible week on Chockers Lane. Besides one trip down island to pick folks up at the ferry, we never left this up island paradise. The deck is definitely the highlight, overlooking gorgeous Menemsha Pond. It is just a short walk down a dirt road to reach a great little beach on the pond which is perfect for long swims or playing with little ones. We had beach stickers for Lucy Vincent and Squibnocket and loved both with some epic body surfing days and not many people. The house was perfect for our needs. A great open kitchen/living room where we spent most of our time. The bedrooms are not fancy but are certainly nice enough. We definitely plan to go back to this magical spot.
08/09/2018 at 5:31 PM

5/5
Unbelievable Views with a Great Beach!
I stayed here with my father and my children and grandchildren ages 6 months - 82 yrs in age! It was perfect for us all. The views are breathtaking and the quick walk to the private beach super...sometimes we threw the "gear" in the truck for the daily dropoff. Swimming and paddleboard heaven for sure. The house was setup great for families with the downstairs family room with twin beds in it a great idea...liked the tv was down there too. Everything you need is here from bath towels, beach towels, linens ( nice things too) and it had a very well set up kitchen. The owner was a doll to work with. Chilmark is up island but great for families. Susan O.
07/13/2017 at 6:37 PM

5/5
thanks for a great escape!
we stayed for two weeks this past summer at the end of June ..we are a family of 6 and there was plenty of room for all. the deck is incredible!!!! the beach a short walk from the house was idyllic and peaceful and the kids loved it! We love Chilmark and this house is ideally situated to go to menemsha, aquinnah and the wonderful west tisbury markets. Hope to see you again next summer!!
09/18/2015 at 6:33 PM