Vineyard Open House Blog

Home of the Week: Secluded Cottage w/ Private Beach

 

Location: 57 Old Oklahoma Rd, Vineyard Haven, Martha's Vineyard

Asking Price: $1,750,000

Details: 2+BRs/2BAs,  1,521 sf,  .55 acres

Special Features: Private Beach, Deck with 180° Water View, Glass Dining Porch

View Listing: Featured Listing

For More Information: Contact David Lott or, Call Vineyard Open House Real Estate, (508)-338-2495 

 

This lovely cottage in Vineyard Haven offers a private oasis that affords the best the Lagoon has to offer. Swimming, sailing, tubing, kayaking, and fishing are just a few steps down the staircase to your own private beach.

 

A private path and stairway descend to the calm waters of the Lagoon.

 

Formerly a summer residence, this vintage home has been renovated to be year-round and updated

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A private oasis that offers the

best the Lagoon has to offer

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with modern amenities. It's newly furnished and offers comfortable living during all seasons.

Inside, this home enjoys a bright and airy feel from the open spaces connecting the living room, dining porch and rear deck.

 

The use of large windows and open space lets natural lighting to flow in.

 

The spacious living room is a delightful place to lounge about or entertain. The white wood paneling gives the space a clean and cozy feel.

 

A brick fireplace lends warmth and ambiance on cooler days.

 

A dining porch, enclosed in glass, has 180 degree views of the Lagoon. It's the perfect room to have dinner with friends and family, read the 

 

The dining porch offers tranquility and spectacular views of the Lagoon.

 

morning newspaper, or play card games late into the night. During bad weather, imagine standing by the floor to ceiling windows and watching the rain pour all around you.

In better weather, enjoy the sun deck just outside one of the many sliding doors. It's an ideal place for a morning cup of coffee or laying out to tan.

 

The sun porch has equally stunning views and is a great place to socialize.

 

The charming kitchen is situated just off the living room. It features matching white appliances.

 

The kitchen offers an efficient work triangle for easy preparation.

 

The spacious master bedroom has it's own full bath and a private entrance. An adjacent room 

 

The master bedroom's bay window presents a private water view.

 

serves as a den/office that could function as part of the master suite, or could serve as an additional sleeping space. It could easily be transformed into a third bedroom.

The second bedroom has twin beds and a full bath in the hallway.

 

The twin-bedded room perfect for guests and kids.

 

The convenient laundry room and a utility/storage room could also be renovated into additional living space. Outside is a shed for storage and a secluded outdoor shower surrounded by flowering rhododendrons.

 

 

The shaded blues of the lagoon expand as the leaves begin to fall.

 

This waterfront home adheres to the "location, location, location" mantra. It's secluded spot on the Lagoon is just 10 minutes from Vineyard Haven or Oak Bluffs, and 15 minutes from Edgartown. 

This is special opportunity is being offered fully furnished for your immediate use OR  rental income purposes.

For More Information: Contact David Lott or, Call Vineyard Open House Real Estate, (508)-338-2495

Home of the Week: Stunning Harbor Views Unfold from this Renovated Captain's Home in Edgartown

Location: 50 North Water Street, Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard

Asking Price: $3,995,000

Details: 5BRs/6+BAs,  3,197 sf

Special Features: Harbor views, granite pool area, outdoor living and dining areas, three stories, finished walk-out basement.

View Listing: VOH Featured Listing

For More Information: Contact David Lott or, Call Vineyard Open House Real Estate, (508)-338-2495

 

This is the quintessential Edgartown Whaling Captain’s home.

Originally built in 1795 by the Vineyard’s first whaling family, the Samuel Butler House has been revitalized into one of the premier luxury homes in the historic Edgartown Village.

All the harbor's in view from the roof-top widow's walk.

 

The home has been smartly designed to integrate indoor and outdoor living. A fabulous outdoor living and dining portico overlook a granite terrace with heated Pebble Tec pool and

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This lovely Captain's Home in Edgartown

offers luxury living for any era

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professionally landscaped gardens. The large doors that lead inside to the open space of the great room and kitchen make entertaining a breeze, indoors and out.

The pool and outdoor living space are tucked away behind the historic facade.

 

This sumptious Captain’s residence features modern amenities alongside period details that lend credibility to the historic neighborhood. Classic wide-planked flooring, custom raised paneling and custom moldings are juxtaposed with a stunning pool area, modern family room and media rooms.

A stone fireplace provides warmth and ambiance to this outdoor living space.

 

The first floor is comprised of a formal living room and formal dining room, as well as the great room--all three designed for gracious entertaining.

Both the living room and dining room feature natural gas fireplaces.

 

Casual everyday living is centered around the great room that combines a gourmet cook's kitchen, casual eating nook, wet bar with wine refrigerator and ice machine, and butler's pantry--plus a comfortable lounge with TV and fireplace.

The great room has everything--lounge, kitchen and wet bar.

 

The butler’s pantry has a prep area, second dishwasher and laundry facilities. A laundry room is also found on the lower level.

The Butler’s pantry allows nearly effortless food prep and clean up.

 

The home features five comfortable bedrooms spread throughout the three floors and lower level. Each features a sitting area and en suite full baths. The master bedroom suite has vaulted ceilings, walk in closets and a luxurious marble bathroom. French doors open onto a private mahogany deck.

The master bedroom suite is bathed in warm sunlight as the day begins.

 

 

The master bedroom features a private deck that looks out to the pool area below.

 

The master bath has his and hers marble vanity, soaking tub and glass shower.

 

The house also has a walk-out basement with an additional 1,123-square-feet of living space, including one of the five bedroom suites. It is also accessible through its own private entrance off North Water Street. The large open space 

The finished basement could be used as a retail store, office additional living space.

and special entrance presents the opportunity for an in-home office, gallery/boutique or apartment.

One of the best features of the captain's home is found on the roof. The widow’s walk was where a captain’s wife might brace against the railing, looking to see if their husband’s ship would return. It delivers on it's intention of offering sweeping views of the harbor.

The widow's walk--for the best views in town!

 

If desired, the furnishings are available to craft a truly turnkey purchase. It almost goes without saying, but the best Edgartown has to offer is right outside the front door. 

For More Information: Contact David Lott or, Call Vineyard Open House Real Estate, (508)-338-2495

PRICE DROP: Oak Bluffs Waterfront Home w/ Harborview Sunsets & a Protected Beach

Location: 317 East Chop Drive, Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard

Asking Price: $2,235,000 PRICE DROP!  Now $2,150,000

Details: 6BRs/3.5BAs,  2,615 sf,  .30 acres

Special Features: Private beach on East Chop waterfront

For More Information: Contact David Lott or, Call Vineyard Open House Real Estate, (508)-338-2495

 

A Beach House with Room for All

Built in 1930, this beachfront home has overseen the rolling tides of the Vineyard Sound for decades, and with plenty of space and a private beach, it's ready for the whole family to move in and make even more stories for years to come. This two-story home has it all, with lots of open living space, a

        

A 1930s waterfront cottage

ready to fill with your stories

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detached two-car garage and, of course, an exquisite stretch of waterfront dotted with rambling beach roses and shells. Inside the open dining and living room with high, beamed ceilings are a wood-burning fireplace and breezy French doors.

 

Large windows and French doors flood the living room with light and a gorgeous view.

 

Off of the living room, the kitchen with its unique wood framed bank of windows is spacious and updated. 

 

The kitchen has plenty of room for cooking as well as a dining area.

 

Three of the home's six bedrooms are located on the first floor. The master shares a connecting bathroom with the second bedroom, and the third has a private bath en suite.

 

This first-floor bedroom has lots of natural light and comfortably fits two beds.

 

Upstairs there are three more large bedrooms with pine paneling and hardwood floors. One room has a full, private bathroom, and the other two rooms share a connecting half bath.

 

The paneling in the upstairs bedrooms elicit a vibe reminiscent of the home's beach location. 

 

 

Sea Sights from a Classic Cape

From the expansive beachfront patio to the water itself, the exterior spaces of this home is a lush and beautiful space to entertain, relax or just enjoy the surroundings. Exit the living room's French doors and find yourself on the brick patio, a great place to enjoy a sunset view and roast marshmallows over

 

Grill, dine, relax and enjoy the view from the patio.

 

the fire pit or entertain with the water as a backdrop. Head down to the 200 feet of private beach front, find a sunny spot to recline and enjoy the rolling waves and sea breeze. The water surrounding the property is deep enough to support a private mooring, so boating can be added to the repertoire of summer activities. This home is also placed in a prime location, with

 

Gorgeous beach roses and clear waters flank the private beach.

 

immediate access to the road into Oak Bluffs, where you can find premiere shopping and dining, the ferry port and plenty of entertainment, from a lively bar scene for the adults to America's oldest carousel for the kids.

For More Information: Contact David Lott or, Call Vineyard Open House Real Estate, (508)-338-2495

Home of the Week: A Vineyard Haven Estate Packed with Bonus Amenities

Location: 71 State Road, Vineyard Haven, Martha's Vineyard

Asking Price: $1,300,000

Details: 4BRs/5+BAs,  2,680 sf,  .19 acres

Special Features: Media room, dual washers and dryers, gym, sauna  

For More Information: Contact David Lott or, Call Vineyard Open House Real Estate, (508)-338-2495

 

Built to Entertain

Originally built at the turn of the century by an Irish craftsman, this European-style home has been refinished with gorgeous updates and bonus amenities that, in combination with charming original features, form a unique oasis. The

 

                       

Space to entertain others, and 

spaces to entertain you.

                      

 

first floor is filled with large open spaces that are perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is an intermingling of new and old, including the original soapstone sink, butcher block countertops on the expansive eat-on island, and a lovely pantry with lots of wine storage.

 

The kitchen has mixes past and present with stainless steel appliances and brick detail.

 

The dining room merges with the kitchen, but retains the feel of a separate space. French doors out to the patio and a stately fireplace are the focal points of the room.

 

Opening up into the kitchen and living room, the dining room is a breezy spot to entertain.

 

Continuing on through the first floor, the extensive living room features another fireplace, multiple sitting areas, and architectural flair with custom trim.

 

The unique architecture and expansive space make the living room a stand out space.

 

One of the many "bonus" rooms in the house, the downstairs library provides a quiet hideaway and the perfect office space.

 

Wall to wall bookshelves! A readers paradise and a peaceful office retreat.

 

Upstairs, the master bedroom has doors leading out to a private porch overlooking the yard. A unique bonus for the MBR are separate his and hers bathrooms.

 

Enjoy a morning cup of coffee on the private porch off of the master bedroom.

 

Three additional, good sized bedrooms on the second floor each have a private bathroom. 

 

Comfortable space and private bathrooms are a common feature of all the guest bedrooms.

 

While the first two floors are perfect to entertain, look no further than the finished basement to be entertained yourself, starting with the large family room, a great place to relax and shoot some pool.

 

Interesting brick arch details give the finished basement a European feel.

 

A surround sound media room with a projection TV, a gym with adjoining sauna and shower, and a laundry room with double washers and dryers round out the basement spaces.

 

The cozy media room is just one of the many extra amenities in the home.

 

 

Luxurious Living Inside and Out

The impeccable spaces don't stop when you cross outside the front door with this home. Out back, a patio that leads into the dining room is a haven of outdoor living, with room enough for both dining and relaxing. An additional patio space overlooking a rustic, old stone wall along the rear of the property has a stone fireplace where you can roast marshmallows and enjoy the night

 

Take your meals or weekend reading outdoors, where you can lounge on the gorgeous patio.

  

sky. In addition, this home's location on State Road is ideal. It's situated in a quiet neighborhood that affords privacy and peace, but is just outside of town, making it easy to access Vineyard Haven's many shops, restaurants, theaters and the ferry port. Whether you're looking for a spot to entertain or a quiet island retreat with amenities to spare, this home is an ideal choice. 

 

 For More Information: Contact David Lott or, Call Vineyard Open House Real Estate, (508)-338-2495

Home of the Week: Completely Renovated Vineyard Haven Cottage

Location: 51 Summer Street, Vineyard Haven, Martha's Vineyard

Asking Price: $650,000

Details: 4BRs/2.5BAs,  1,963 sf,  .11 acres

Special Features: Totally updated interior, in-town location 

For More Information: Contact David Lott or, Call Vineyard Open House Real Estate, (508)-338-2495

 

Renovated and Re-Designed

Situated just outside of Vineyard Haven Village, this home was completely remodeled from its original 1950s design with high-end updates, creative use of space and a gorgeous addition that all add to its pristine charm. Every

 

                    

No space left behind! This home has

been updated from top to bottom.

                     

 

room has been meticulously redone down to the smallest details, ensuring that this home is in turnkey condition. Through the front doors you're greeted by the cleverly converted front porch, now a delightfully bright formal dining area.

 

Once a porch, now a stunning dining space, this is just one of many creative redesigns.

 

The eat-in farm kitchen, updated with stainless steel appliances and a large island for a wonderful mix of beauty and functionality, opens up into the cozy living area, complete with charming built-ins.

 

Every detail of the beautiful eat-in kitchen is sleek and new.

 

A hallway off of the kitchen leads to a first floor bedroom, currently in use as an office, and a convenient half bathroom.

 

The first floor bedroom space has great functionality as a downstairs office or den.

 

In the back of the home, the new addition is home to a combination den and mudroom, and is also the entrance that is primarily used. 

 

A picture perfect view of the lawn and lots of natural light stream into the new addition space.

 

Upstairs, what was once space for two small bedrooms has been converted into a large master suite with his and hers closets and an exquisite bathroom, complete with skylight and soaking tub.

 

Two closets and a lovely bath bring a sense of luxury to this master suite.

 

Two other guest rooms, sharing a bathroom between them, round out the second floor space.

 

One of two additional bedrooms upstairs, there's room enough for the whole family here.

 

 

In-Town Curb Appeal

In addition to the stunning interior of this home, the outside spaces have been taken up a few notches as well. Meticulous landscaping has surrounded this home with a lush green yard where there's plenty of room for outdoor dining or gathering around the fire pit for marshmallows and star gazing.

 

Room to play, dine and relax in the home's cheery backyard. 

 

And venturing further than the lot, the location of this home, just a short walk away from the center of town in Vineyard Haven, can't be beat. From this spot you're a stroll away from charming boutiques, delicious restaurants, including the iconic Black Dog Tavern, movie theater, Owen Park Beach and ferry port in town.

Not to mention the lovely Lake Tashmoo, where you can lounge on the beach, fish, clam or boat, is a bike ride away. Entertainment is never far in this gorgeous home!

 

For More Information: Contact David Lott or, Call Vineyard Open House Real Estate, (508)-338-2495