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Modern beach house - Walking distance to Philbin Beach

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Miscellaneous
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books, video library, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Modern beach house - Walking distance to Philbin Beach

This beach house is a ten minute walk from Philbin Beach, the town beach on the surf side of Aquinnah.

It is an “upside down” house with the kitchen living room, and deck situated upstairs to take advantage of the ocean view. A large yard surrounded by woods affords family plenty of space to play or relax in privacy.

Numerous windows and glass doors allow much sunlight in for a bright and airy beach house feel. All appliances and furniture are from 2008 or later. The upstairs has vaulted ceilings with ceiling fans. With both an upstairs living room and downstairs family room, families or large groups can spread out. A screened in porch with a large table and chairs offers an ideal spot to dine. Outdoor shower separated from house.

Ferry tickets are available for July and August.

Keywords: House

Property manager

Jeffrey Okun

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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  • Washer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number C0027491040

Property is also known as

Modern Beach House - Walking Distance to Philbin Beach Aquinnah

About the neighborhood

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Aquinnah, MA

What's nearby

  • Gay Head Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Aquinnah Cliffs - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Menemsha Beach - 16 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Inkwell Beach - 37 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Woods Hole Ferry Terminal - 91 min drive - 48.0 km

Getting around

  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Larsen's Fish Market - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chilmark Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Menemsha Galley - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Outermost Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Home Port Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern beach house - Walking distance to Philbin Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern beach house - Walking distance to Philbin Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern beach house - Walking distance to Philbin Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern beach house - Walking distance to Philbin Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Gay Head Lighthouse and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Aquinnah Cliffs. Squibnocket Pond and Stonewall Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Modern beach house - Walking distance to Philbin Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property in good location.
Overall very happy with stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend getaway
This was the perfect weekend getaway for a group of twenty somethings
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff O.

Beautiful property
If you like being in a quiet, peaceful spot near the beach, this is a great place to vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We stayed two years ago and were just as pleased as we were then. Lovely house, nice deck, responsive host. Hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay in Aquinnah!
Visiting MV for the first time with my 2 daughters, son-in-law and 2 granddaughters who were attending a wedding. Loved every minute of our time here. We don't want to let the secret out but staying in Aquinnah at the quiet end of the island was beautiul. Jeff was the perfect host. He answered all of our questions quickly and the house suited our family perfectly. One of the best furnished and equipped homes we have ever rented. Would most definitely return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ERICA H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful oasis
We had an incredible trip with this beautiful home as our home base. The property was in a breathtaking part of the island very close to the Aquinnah cliffs. The beach passes included with the rental enabled us to park at local beaches where we spent a lot our time swimming, relaxing, and watching the sunset. The home itself has a fantastic layout with a big open space upstairs including a large deck and bedrooms downstairs. It was amazing for our family of four but would also be very comfortable for additional guests. It was very clean, bright, and organized with extra supplies. We loved it. I would highly recommend this home and we hope to come back soon! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark B., Boston, Massachusetts

Relaxing and secluded
We stayed here for a week in August 2016 and loved it. Aquinnah is such a great quiet and laid back part of the island. The house itself is perfect for a large group as it has several living spaces and is very open, bright and airy, but also has central A/C. The house was meticulously cared for and a very relaxing place to spend time. It's a short walk and shorter drive to Philbin beach. After getting a renters' beach permit for the week, driving back and forth to the beach was very easy as well as the lot almost never filled up, being a resident beach. The Chilmark Store is a fantastic general store only a 12 minute drive away and we made frequent trips for groceries, coffee, ice cream, breakfast sandwiches, etc. The owner was extremely responsive to any questions we had both before our vacation and during the week. The owner provides plenty of beach and bath towels and beach chairs and it was easy to do laundry regularly. The kitchen had all the amenities we needed to have dinner at the house every night. There is both a gas grill and a charcoal grill as well. The deck off of the living room was a great spot to enjoy breakfast and a cup of coffee in the morning and stargazing at night. There's a great big yard and hammock, which is great for kids. We would definitely return and highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Aquinnah!

10/10 Excellent

Robyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aquinnah Beach Home
Beautiful spacious home near beach. Perfect setup for our family. Lovely kitchen and deck. You could hear the birds and the waves from the deck. A perfect spot to enjoy this beautiful part of the Vineyard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house in a great location
Easy access to Philbin Beach. The house was beautifully stocked for guests’ comfort From beach chairs to kitchen gear. Great Aquinnah location. Easy communication with the owner as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All around excellence
Very quiet and restful stay and a very accommodating host. Well equipped spacious kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot in the woods
Very nice!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic location + lovely home = great vacation
We've been staying up-island near the cliffs/Philbin beach/lighthouse for 20 years, so this place appealed to us as soon as we saw the listing. We especially loved the deck and the openness of the second floor. The house was clean and comfortable, we had a stack of good books, and the kitchen was well-equipped for cooking, so we had only to venture out for a fresh catch from the fish market and fresh produce from the local farmers markets. Daily beach walks and hiking on the miles of trails on the Vineyard's protected lands - plus a few stops at other favorite haunts (like dinner at the Outermost Inn) ... a restful, lovely week in a place we hope to return to.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Fantastic property with everything we needed for a long weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely
My husband and I spent three days in this wonderful house on Aquinnah. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need, you can listen to the ocean from the deck, there's a water view over the trees, and it's incredibly private but only a short walk to the beach. Jeff was helpful and responsive. I'd be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic Aquinnah
This is a lovely house beautifully situated overlooking the south shore of Martha's Vineyard. The interior decoration is lovely and simple with plenty of space for lounging, including shaded screened in porch and upper deck with ocean view. Great kitchen with new stove and dishwasher - well supplied for those who love to cook. Wonderful outdoor shower and large yard with hammock for peaceful reading in the shade. And on top of all this the owners are really nice and highly responsive to any issues that arise. This is our happy place!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

John S., Chevy Chase, MD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, tranquil stay at lovely home
We very much enjoyed our memorable week in this beautiful home. The house is spacious in a wonderful setting, with a magnificent beach nearby in a part of Aquinnah our family was long familiar with. It was nice to be able to both walk and drive to it. To us, this is the peaceful side of the island and always has been and Jeff's house fits right into that aspect of the Vineyard and state of mind we have about this part of the island. The kitchen is well equipped for preparing meals and we enjoyed the dining room and living room setting. We liked having a big kitchen upstairs. The one part of the house we didn't use for meals was the screen porch on the lower level. That leads me to say, just as an advisory, if someone staying at the house can't go up stairs you would need to make some accommodations to be there. That is made easier because three of the bedrooms and a bathroom are downstairs and meals could be brought downstairs to have on the large table in the screen porch. Whoever is preparing meals would need to be able to get up stairs. We loved staying at the house which we will remember as a great highlight of our trip to the Vineyard and would be grateful for the ability to stay there again. Three of our family members, including our child, were experiencing their very first trip to the Vineyard and having a home like this to stay in during our week there enhanced the experience immessuarbly for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

jonathan h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top notch location, home & host!
We had a great time. The place was so well-maintained and comfortable and the setting was great.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andy P.

Our favorite week of the year five years running!
A beautiful house and a short walk to a great beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Chicago, USA

Great house, Great location
First of all, be aware that this house is on the very far end of the island, in Aquinnah, about a 35 minute car ride from Edgartown. If you want to be near shops and restaurants, then this is not the place for you. If, however, you want peace, unspoiled natural beauty and solitude, then this house is a great choice. Also: be aware that the photo on the website is deceptive—there is no significant ocean view—that photo was taken with a powerful zoom lens. It is possible to walk to a perfect beach—it is about a 15 minute walk, which takes away the need for parking, which would be a hassle on summer weekends. The house is lovely—bedrooms are ample with comfortable bedding, there is a nice screened porch for eating, and a lovely deck, with some nice Adirondack chairs, overlooking the woods in which the house is located. In fact, the home is surrounded by woods, which, to us, was a huge attraction—just beautiful and serene. Best of all, the house is very well stocked with everything you might possibly need. Another plus is the owner, Jeff Okun, who is very accessible and easy to deal with. If we return to Martha’s Vineyard, we would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

linda g.

Perfect weeks retreat
Everything was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Corinne Z.

beautiful home in Aquinnah
Beautiful home within a half mile of Phibin and Aquinnah beaches on a secluded lot. We could hear the crashing waves from the spacious deck. Very clean. No mold issues which occur in so many homes near the water. All appliances and decor top notch. Owner is easily accessible and addresses any questions/concerns promptly. Corinne, Ashford, CT
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Loved this house!
My daughter and I had a very nice week at this house. The house was everything we expected and more. It looks just like the photos on the internet only the whole is greater than the sum of the parts! We loved the open concept upper level which was great for hanging out. We have been vacationing on the Vineyard for over 20 years and this is one of the nicest homes in which we have stayed. It is updated and very clean. An extra bonus is that linens and towels (including beach towels) are provided. The owner also provides dish and bathroom soap, paper towels, laundry detergent, etc. Although we could have had better weather it did not stop us from taking a quick run down to the beach without having to commit to a whole day. The nearby beaches (less than 5 minute drive) are some of the nicest on the Vineyard. I would definitely rent this house again and have already recommended it to friends who are thinking of vacationing on the Vineyard next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Highly Recommend!
We have rented this house on a recurring basis for several years and we highly recommend it! There is ample space for a family, including two separate living areas - one up and one down. The house is very clean; it is in a fantastic location; it has every amenity a renter needs and more. The value is exceptional. The main living, dining, and kitchen areas occupy most of the upper level with a spacious and open feel. The large furnished deck is on this level, for morning coffee and sunset cocktails with lovely distant ocean views. The kitchen is large and fully appointed with upscale appliances and everything a cook needs. It is open to the roomy and very comfortable family room. Natural light floods in, yet the home is cool and comfortable which can be enhanced with the central a/c and ceiling fans throughout. The ground level contains most of the bedrooms, a smaller family room, and a very convenient laundry room and mud room right off the back entrance. This back entrance is steps from the outdoor shower – all in all the set-up is perfect for keeping that beach sand to a minimum inside the house. There is also a screened in porch on this level, furnished with a large dining table and chairs. The lot consists of enough of a grassy area for the kids to kick a ball or toss a frisbee, yet is also wooded and private with a long driveway. Ample natural light enhances it all so you never feel closed in but you also have just the right amount of solitude – with the island’s best beach about a 15 minute walk away. The house is supplied with everything a family needs for a fuss-free relaxing stay. The linens and towels are plentiful and clean. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, utensils, cookware and cutlery – none of which is lacking. The owner, who is super easy to work with, clearly maintains the house. It is kept up, clean, and offers the perfect spot to relax and enjoy Aquinnah!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Vacation!!
We loved the house, beach and peacefulness of Aquinnah. It was truly a great get away, and the house had everything we could possibly have wanted. Would definitely recommend it as the perfect spot to relax!!! We will be back!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aquinnah, MV at its finest.
Our family traveled from Northern California to go to Aquinnah, Martha's Vineyard. The house has wonderful amenities along with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, where you can gaze outside on the beautiful deck with comfortable Adirondack chairs sipping your coffee or wine. The house boasts a nautical beach feel, with light blue colors that make you feel relaxed as you breathe the ocean air. There is a screened in porch where my family and I found ourselves playing cards or talking about what we did on the island that day. There is also a large grass front yard where the kids played soccer or waffle ball. When we needed to do laundry there was a state of the art new Bosch washer and dryer. We also found ourselves strolling down the property road to get to the private beach. The walk is fifteen minutes at most. I would love to go back to the island and discover more adventures while staying at this lovely home.