Captain Morse House - Edgartown Village Living at its Finest
Edgartown Vacation Rental - ID 18084

We just had a big family reunion/celebration at the Captain Morse House. Twenty two nephews and nieces stayed there while the rest of the group stayed with me in West Tisbury. So although I did not personally sleep at the Captain Morse House, the reports were all wonderful. The house itself is gorgeous, the guests loved the location, the lay-out of the rooms, the kitchens and the entire ambiance. They found lots of common spaces for movies and games and quiet cozy places for resting or private chats.

One word of caution. On Saturday night we had a party on the lawn. Once we hired a band, our numbers reached 35 and the weather was iffy, I rented a tent. This increased the costs enormously because I then had to file an Event Form ($1500 to go with it) extra security deposit, and was required to use Big Sky Tent Rental company, which was almost twice as expensive as other tent rental companies on the Island. While I understand Platt's reasoning, you may just want to think twice about renting a tent! .

This was a perfect way to house many family members who came from all over the country and wanted to have a love-in week. Each and every one adored the house. While it was a once-in-a life-time experience for us, I would recommend it to everyone else. show more show less

This property was a great solution for our annual family vacation of 17 people. We had always wanted to vacation on Martha's Vineyard. The property is meticulously maintained and the location could not be any better - just a couple of short blocks from downtown. It gave our teenage kids great independence for their shopping and dining needs. A couple of very minor requests were handled very promptly by the owner. We highly recommend this property.

We couldn't have asked for a better rental home in Edgartown. Beautiful bedrooms. Fantastic porch. In the center of everything. Bikes to use. Walking distance to coffee shops and restaurants. We used this as home base for my daughter's wedding. Entire family stayed there.
Bride and bridesmaids got ready and took fabulous pictures both inside, on the porch, and in the backyard. Wedding was at the Harbor View Hotel. This house was a perfect gathering spot. Owner was extremely helpful and accommodating prior to arrival. show more show less

We have just spent a wonderful week at the Captain Morse House. Twenty six members of our family celebrating my husband’s birthday. The house is very spacious and confortable, the furniture is beautifully kept and the kitchen is well stocked with all one can require for such a big crowd. Platt (the owner) was very helpful and always available to help if needed.

We can warmly recommend a vacation in this house for a large gathering.

My family and I stayed at Captain Morse House for Thanksgiving this year. We were 11 adults and 4 children (1--13). We had planned this trip for quite some time and were holding some very high expectations. The property and the manager exceeded them all. The house is extremely comfortable and well-appointed. The area was perfect for us -- walk to bars, restaurants, attractions. We prepared Thanksgiving dinner at the house and the kitchens (2) are incredibly equipped. We lacked nothing. Platt Johnson was super responsive to a number of questions we had both before and after our arrival. Overall, our stay was a treasure that we all will remember for the rest of our lives. CMH is the bomb!! show more show less

My husband and I rented this home for our closest friends and extended family members to stay during our wedding on the Vineyard this October. Although we are very familiar with the island, the vast majority of our guests had never been before, and the Captain Morse House offered a perfect location, very comfortable accommodations, and so much MV history for the group. The house is incredibly spacious and has numerous bathrooms and areas to spend time, while still offering plenty of space for groups looking to relax -- we had a rainy weekend and our guests loved solving puzzles in the living room and taking advantage of several of the DVDs provided as well. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and all guests said the rooms and beds were very comfortable. The location cannot be beat - a parking space is available but there is not a need for a car if you're looking to take advantage of all Edgartown has to offer.

We would highly recommend the property for anyone looking for a relaxing group stay in one of the most historic, well-maintained homes on the island. The owner was very responsive as well - the weekend was cooler than the previous week so we requested a temperature adjustment (it was controlled remotely). He immediately adjusted the thermostat for us and provided a quick text update as well. The house is a remarkable property and all of our guests left with very fond memories. show more show less

We stayed here for my wedding weekend and hosted our rehearsal dinner in the backyard. The house is incredible, well stocked with virtually all the amenities of a hotel and then some (everything from extra sheets, soap, shampoo, etc., to a leaf blower we used to prepare for our dinner outside. Only "downside" was that every friend and family member in town wanted a tour of the house! It oozes with charm and history. Everything we needed to know about the house beforehand was evident if you read the listing and view the photos. The owner was friendly and prompt with communication. We would definitely recommend the Captain Morse House to a friend. show more show less

Truly superb home with all the amenities and ideally located. It was a brief ten minute walk to fine dining and shops in Edgartown.

Staying in this elegant home was an experience in itself. It had all the finery and grandeur of a home of its significance but still felt warm and cozy for family gatherings.

Although the home is ideally suited for a family reunion with many adult couples and children in tow, my four sisters and our mother (who requires a wheel chair ) never felt lost in this grand home. Highly recommend! show more show less

We had a lovely family vacation in the house. We were a group of 16 and had plenty of room. The kids enjoyed the lawn and front porch. We all enjoyed having different family/living rooms to gather in or separate to. It was convenient to have 2 kitchens. The house was very well stocked with towels, cookware, dishes, beach chairs, etc. The bicycles were a great bonus, and one of our favorite activities was biking around. Excellent location. It was lovely to be able to stroll downtown for ice cream or fudge whenever we wanted. The owner was very accessible and accommodating prior to and during our stay. show more show less

This house is a grand example of the history of Edgartown. It's steps from great shopping and dining options.