Waterfront Family Escape with Panoramic Ocean Views & Coastal Breezes
Gather the whole family—and your pup!—for an unforgettable coastal getaway. Perched at the very tip of a private peninsula, this charming property is surrounded by the ocean on three sides, offering breathtaking sunrises, stunning sunsets, and a refreshing sea breeze all day long.
With its nostalgic, rustic 1980s charm and unbeatable location, it’s the perfect place to unplug, unwind, and make memories. Best of all, a beautiful association beach is just a short walk away.
The Space
Upper Level: A massive, light-filled great room designed for gathering. Enjoy panoramic ocean views, a spacious dining area, and plenty of cozy seating for family movie nights.
Main Level: Features three comfortable bedrooms (two King beds, one Twin bed), a fully equipped kitchen, a full bathroom, laundry facilities, and a second cozy living area with a TV.
Outdoor Living: Step outside into the spacious backyard—the ultimate spot for outdoor games, afternoon lounging, and al fresco dining.
Note: To preserve its classic coastal charm, the home does not have central heating or A/C, but the surrounding ocean provides a delightful, natural breeze that keeps the space feeling fresh and cool.
Welcome to our home! Because this is a cherished personal space, we kindly ask that you treat it with the same love, care, and respect as you would your own
Check in after 3:00 pm
Check out before 10:00 am
Maximum guests: 5
3 bedrooms, 3 beds, 1 bath
Pets allowed: yes
Events, parties or filming are not allowed.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am
For the comfort of all guests, this is a non-smoking property.
What a beautiful place! We will definitely be back. Tina was great, kind and responsive.
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Beverly
9/23/2025
What a beautiful place! We will definitely be back. Tina was great, kind and responsive.
Carolyn
9/13/2025
The perfect place for a relaxing vacation.
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Carolyn
9/13/2025
The perfect place for a relaxing vacation.
Darya
9/09/2025
That was a wonderful place to stay. I have never seen such a charming house with authentic decor and picturesque views. I have strong plans on visiting this area yearly .Thank you , Tina, for great recommendations on food , Black Whale restaurant has my heart .
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Darya
9/09/2025
That was a wonderful place to stay. I have never seen such a charming house with authentic decor and picturesque views. I have strong plans on visiting this area yearly .Thank you , Tina, for great recommendations on food , Black Whale restaurant has my heart .
Russell
9/03/2025
The cottage in Wilbur's Point was really magical. Completely surrounded by water views and a feeling of the deep history at Wilbur's Point. A very special place.
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Russell
9/03/2025
The cottage in Wilbur's Point was really magical. Completely surrounded by water views and a feeling of the deep history at Wilbur's Point. A very special place.
Peter
8/29/2025
Tina was wonderful. We had a small problem upon arrival and she arrived the next morning and fixed it herself. Amazing service. The house was very nice with spectacular views!! I would rent any of Tina’s houses again. Thank you, Tina. Pete
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Peter
8/29/2025
Tina was wonderful. We had a small problem upon arrival and she arrived the next morning and fixed it herself. Amazing service. The house was very nice with spectacular views!! I would rent any of Tina’s houses again. Thank you, Tina. Pete
Bailee
8/23/2025
Tina was very helpful and super quick with all responses! She gave easy instructions for check in and check out! The place was so cute with lots of character and trinkets that tied into the vibe of the location! The views were amazing with the most beautiful sunsets! Definitely recommend for a quiet and relaxing vacation spot!
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Bailee
8/23/2025
Tina was very helpful and super quick with all responses! She gave easy instructions for check in and check out! The place was so cute with lots of character and trinkets that tied into the vibe of the location! The views were amazing with the most beautiful sunsets! Definitely recommend for a quiet and relaxing vacation spot!
Scott
8/10/2025
We had a great time and could not have asked for a better location. Sunsets were amazing and the breeze through the windows was just perfect. Thank you Tina.
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Scott
8/10/2025
We had a great time and could not have asked for a better location. Sunsets were amazing and the breeze through the windows was just perfect. Thank you Tina.
Alfred
7/25/2025
We love the Wilbur’s Point area having owned on the Point before. The house is lovely and has everything you need for a relaxing stay!
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Alfred
7/25/2025
We love the Wilbur’s Point area having owned on the Point before. The house is lovely and has everything you need for a relaxing stay!
Nathan
7/21/2025
Super location! The views are outstanding. We happened to stay while there was high humidity, which took some getting used to if you're not accustomed. Thankfully there were plenty of fans in the home to keep the air moving. We love this area, and this home is simply lovely.
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Nathan
7/21/2025
Super location! The views are outstanding. We happened to stay while there was high humidity, which took some getting used to if you're not accustomed. Thankfully there were plenty of fans in the home to keep the air moving. We love this area, and this home is simply lovely.
Modern Beachfront Cottage — Steps to Sand + West Island Pass
Wake up to the sound of the waves at this charming, recently renovated beachfront cottage. Designed with an open-concept layout, this light and airy home seamlessly blends modern comfort with breathtaking water views from almost every angle.
Step outside to find your own private slice of sandy beach or head to the expansive backyard and patio—an ideal setup for afternoon yard games, sunset BBQs, and quality family time.
Home Highlights & Perks
Modern Comfort: Stay cool all summer long with newly installed central air conditioning.
Beach Lover’s Paradise: Enjoy the luxury of a private beach right at your doorstep, plus an included town beach pass for exploring the highly sought-after shores of West Island.
Beach Pass Policy: For your convenience, a town beach parking permit is provided for your use during your stay. Please ensure the pass is returned directly to the house manual upon check-out. Because these passes cannot be easily replaced by the town mid-season, a $300 replacement fee will be charged for any lost or missing permits to cover the cost and the impact on the next arriving guests.
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Welcome to our home! Because this is a cherished personal space, we kindly ask that you treat it with the same love, care, and respect as you would your own
Check in after 3:00 pm
Check out before 10:00 am
Maximum guests: 4
2 bedrooms, 3 beds, 1 bath
Pets allowed: no
There is a camera on the shed that points at the ocean. For ocean viewing purposes
Events, parties or filming are not allowed.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am
For the comfort of all guests, this is a non-smoking property.
This wonderful little cottage is perched on the water, facing sunsets, with light and airy views that actually just make you want to stay put and not go anywhere else! Easy to find, close to conveniences, and completely provisioned. It's clear the hosts have thought about everything we might have needed. We were there a week, and stayed in and cooked 3 nights, even though the New Bedford, Dartmouth, and Fairhaven areas have overwhelming dining options and it felt like our own kitchen. We prefer to visit places off season/shoulder seasons, and covet quiet. This home delivered. We're going back. Such a sweet little visit.If I have one complaint, it's that I wasn't smart enough to book it for TWO weeks!
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Forrest
11/18/2025
This wonderful little cottage is perched on the water, facing sunsets, with light and airy views that actually just make you want to stay put and not go anywhere else! Easy to find, close to conveniences, and completely provisioned. It's clear the hosts have thought about everything we might have needed. We were there a week, and stayed in and cooked 3 nights, even though the New Bedford, Dartmouth, and Fairhaven areas have overwhelming dining options and it felt like our own kitchen. We prefer to visit places off season/shoulder seasons, and covet quiet. This home delivered. We're going back. Such a sweet little visit.If I have one complaint, it's that I wasn't smart enough to book it for TWO weeks!
Dino
11/07/2025
Great location, v nicely appointed…highly recommend
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Dino
11/07/2025
Great location, v nicely appointed…highly recommend
David
10/13/2025
Great place with great location
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David
10/13/2025
Great place with great location
Jerry
9/23/2025
Cozy, clean, quiet and peaceful. Enjoyed the location and views
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Jerry
9/23/2025
Cozy, clean, quiet and peaceful. Enjoyed the location and views
Janet
9/19/2025
Went to a few great restaurants but mostly enjoyed just looking out the living room wall of windows.
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Janet
9/19/2025
Went to a few great restaurants but mostly enjoyed just looking out the living room wall of windows.
Michael P.
9/07/2025
We had a great time, the house was clean and easy to find with all the accommodations we hoped for.
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Michael P.
9/07/2025
We had a great time, the house was clean and easy to find with all the accommodations we hoped for.
Erin
8/17/2025
We have stayed at Lovely Day for four years—it has always been a privilege to spend time here. Over the years our kids have grown up spending a week on West Island, and it’s been a blast. There is just enough to do to keep everyone occupied, but not so much that it is a tourist destination. We look forward to many more years of stays here. Thank you for being a gracious host, Tina!
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Erin
8/17/2025
We have stayed at Lovely Day for four years—it has always been a privilege to spend time here. Over the years our kids have grown up spending a week on West Island, and it’s been a blast. There is just enough to do to keep everyone occupied, but not so much that it is a tourist destination. We look forward to many more years of stays here. Thank you for being a gracious host, Tina!
Nestled in the heart of Fairhaven’s quaint and historic downtown, this spacious 3-bedroom home offers plenty of room for everyone to relax and play. You are just a short, scenic stroll away from the playground, walking trails, and beaches at historic Fort Phoenix.
When you’re not at the beach, you can easily walk to local boutiques and delicious neighborhood restaurants. Plus, you’re only a 10-minute drive from neighboring New Bedford, where you can catch the ferry for a day trip to Martha’s Vineyard!
The Layout
Main Floor: Features a large, comfortable living room that opens into a sunny little porch, a separate formal dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen. For added convenience, there is a main-floor bedroom and a full bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Second Floor: Up the stairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and a bonus secondary living/TV room complete with air conditioning—perfect for giving the kids or teenagers their own space.
Basement: Full laundry facilities are available for your use.
Outdoor Living Fire up the grill in the backyard and enjoy an afternoon barbecue at the picnic table after a fun day in the sun.
Important Note on Accessibility:
To keep the authentic character of this historic home, the interior stairs leading to the second floor are a bit steep. Please keep this in mind for small children or anyone with mobility concerns.
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Welcome to our home! Because this is a cherished personal space, we kindly ask that you treat it with the same love, care, and respect as you would your own
Check in after 3:00 pm
Check out before 10:00 am
Maximum guests: 5
3 bedrooms, 3 beds, 1 bath
Pets allowed: no
There is a Ring front doorbell.
Events, parties or filming are not allowed.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am
For the comfort of all guests, this is a non-smoking property.
From start to finish, this experience was nothing short of amazing. Tina was helpful and the place was peaceful. We will definitely stay again the next time we are in the area.
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Corrine
9/01/2025
From start to finish, this experience was nothing short of amazing. Tina was helpful and the place was peaceful. We will definitely stay again the next time we are in the area.
Christine
8/09/2025
Great location for us and the perfect size house for our family.
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Christine
8/09/2025
Great location for us and the perfect size house for our family.
Laura
7/31/2025
Tina communicated so promptly throughout the entire process - from booking until even after our stay. The house was just perfect for what my daughter and I needed for our trip to Fairhaven. Will definitely stay here again for future visits.
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Laura
7/31/2025
Tina communicated so promptly throughout the entire process - from booking until even after our stay. The house was just perfect for what my daughter and I needed for our trip to Fairhaven. Will definitely stay here again for future visits.
Azieza
7/14/2025
The house was just as described, very cute place in a very quiet neighborhood. Tina was very responsive to any questions and concerns in a very timely manner. Highly recommend.
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Azieza
7/14/2025
The house was just as described, very cute place in a very quiet neighborhood. Tina was very responsive to any questions and concerns in a very timely manner. Highly recommend.
Bethany
7/07/2025
Fairhaven is such a cute town. I enjoyed my daily morning walks from the center of town to the beach, Tina’s house is perfectly situated in a neighborhood with ample sidewalks. There is an ice cream shop, restaurants, coffee shop, beach, and beautiful library nearby. I will try to stay here whenever I’m in area to visit family. It is a quick drive to the Vineyard ferry and downtown New Bedford. The cottage is old, but has been updated with excellent air conditioning. Steps to upstairs bedrooms are very steep. Ok for young ones though. My teens loved having their own space with sitting room. There is a long bike trail near the house, but no place in town rents bicycles (business opportunity!), so bring a bike if you can!
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Bethany
7/07/2025
Fairhaven is such a cute town. I enjoyed my daily morning walks from the center of town to the beach, Tina’s house is perfectly situated in a neighborhood with ample sidewalks. There is an ice cream shop, restaurants, coffee shop, beach, and beautiful library nearby. I will try to stay here whenever I’m in area to visit family. It is a quick drive to the Vineyard ferry and downtown New Bedford. The cottage is old, but has been updated with excellent air conditioning. Steps to upstairs bedrooms are very steep. Ok for young ones though. My teens loved having their own space with sitting room. There is a long bike trail near the house, but no place in town rents bicycles (business opportunity!), so bring a bike if you can!
Patricia
9/02/2024
The house was spotless and Tina was incredibly responsive. Cute neighborhood that was a perfect place to go with a pre-schooler as we could safely scoot all through the neighborhood and enjoyed the Fort and beach was perfect for a young child. Easy to walk to get coffee and treats or drive to explore other places. Wish I could give it 4.5 as it was everything it promised to be but generally reserve 5 for water views or other special touches but it is exactly as described and we all felt comfortable and had fun. Comfy to come home to. Thank you Tina.
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Patricia
9/02/2024
The house was spotless and Tina was incredibly responsive. Cute neighborhood that was a perfect place to go with a pre-schooler as we could safely scoot all through the neighborhood and enjoyed the Fort and beach was perfect for a young child. Easy to walk to get coffee and treats or drive to explore other places. Wish I could give it 4.5 as it was everything it promised to be but generally reserve 5 for water views or other special touches but it is exactly as described and we all felt comfortable and had fun. Comfy to come home to. Thank you Tina.
Lloyd
8/23/2024
it was a great place. My wife and I grew up in Fairhaven so this was a great base for all our visit in the area. Felt like home.
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Lloyd
8/23/2024
it was a great place. My wife and I grew up in Fairhaven so this was a great base for all our visit in the area. Felt like home.
Sebastien
8/16/2024
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans cette maison bien entretenue avec toutes les commodités et dans quartier calme.Proche d’une petite plage sympathique et par trop loin de Cap Code.Nous avons pris le ferry qui est à 10min de voiture pour Martha’s Vinyard, une excellente excursion d’une journée.Des restaurants sympa pas très loin.Tina a été fantastique, toujours à l’écoute de nos besoins
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Sebastien
8/16/2024
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans cette maison bien entretenue avec toutes les commodités et dans quartier calme.Proche d’une petite plage sympathique et par trop loin de Cap Code.Nous avons pris le ferry qui est à 10min de voiture pour Martha’s Vinyard, une excellente excursion d’une journée.Des restaurants sympa pas très loin.Tina a été fantastique, toujours à l’écoute de nos besoins
Jamie
8/12/2024
We loved our stay. The place had two separate living areas and a little sun porch which we enjoyed spending time lounging or sewing in. Large amount of space, comfy beds, house had everything you could ask for. Cute New England charm, very peaceful Fairhaven neighborhood. Easy off street parking and well working AC which was much appreciated during the New England summer. Tina was very responsive when we had any questions. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
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Jamie
8/12/2024
We loved our stay. The place had two separate living areas and a little sun porch which we enjoyed spending time lounging or sewing in. Large amount of space, comfy beds, house had everything you could ask for. Cute New England charm, very peaceful Fairhaven neighborhood. Easy off street parking and well working AC which was much appreciated during the New England summer. Tina was very responsive when we had any questions. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Coastal Charm on West Island – Your Gateway to the SouthCoast
Come experience the best of Massachusetts’ vibrant SouthCoast on beautiful West Island! Rich in history, incredible seafood, and coastal charm, West Island is the ultimate destination for your summer vacation or weekend getaway.
This beautifully appointed luxury home places you just a short stroll away from local beaches, waterfront dining, and evening ice cream runs. Your stay also includes a complimentary town parking permit, granting you access to the island’s premier main beach and all Fairhaven town beaches. It’s also the perfect, centrally located starting point for easy day trips to Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, or Newport, Rhode Island.
The Layout
Main Floor: A fully equipped gourmet kitchen, an elegant dining area, a spacious main living room, and a cozy secondary sitting room featuring a double pull-out sofa. A convenient half-bath is also located on this level.
Second Floor: Features the primary bedroom with a comfortable Queen bed, a generous second bedroom with two Double beds, and a full bathroom with in-unit laundry.
Outdoor Living Step outside to the covered back deck and charming, beautifully landscaped yard—complete with a BBQ grill for perfect summer afternoon cookouts.
Beach Pass Policy: For your convenience, a town beach parking permit is provided for your use during your stay. Please ensure the pass is returned directly to the house manual upon check-out. Because these passes cannot be easily replaced by the town mid-season, a $300 replacement fee will be charged for any lost or missing permits to cover the cost and the impact on the next arriving guests.
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Welcome to our home! Because this is a cherished personal space, we kindly ask that you treat it with the same love, care, and respect as you would your own
Check in after 3:00 pm
Check out before 10:00 am
Maximum guests: 6
2 bedrooms, 3 beds, 1.5 bath
Pets allowed: no
Events, parties or filming are not allowed.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am
For the comfort of all guests, this is a non-smoking property.
Very cute house-well furnished. Very clean. Nice neighborhood. Easy entrance and locking system. Nice deck. Lots of flowers. A few things lacking in the kitchen for cooking meals. Overall a pleasant experience.
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Susan
8/23/2025
Very cute house-well furnished. Very clean. Nice neighborhood. Easy entrance and locking system. Nice deck. Lots of flowers. A few things lacking in the kitchen for cooking meals. Overall a pleasant experience.
Cynthia
8/09/2025
Tina is a wonderfully responsive host. Her home was clean and bright, with a relaxing deck surrounded by well-planned perennial gardens. The outside shower and central A/C were a huge bonus as the first of our two weeks stay entailed very hot, outdoor work in the area. The smaller local beach within walking distance is safe and full of exploration for families with small children, and the expansive town beach provides soft sand with beautiful views of Buzzards Bay. You'll need to bring beach chairs and umbrellas as necessary, however the home is otherwise provided with ample linens, paper goods, and a fully supplied kitchen. Don't hesitate to book this West Island gem. We plan to be back in the future.
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Cynthia
8/09/2025
Tina is a wonderfully responsive host. Her home was clean and bright, with a relaxing deck surrounded by well-planned perennial gardens. The outside shower and central A/C were a huge bonus as the first of our two weeks stay entailed very hot, outdoor work in the area. The smaller local beach within walking distance is safe and full of exploration for families with small children, and the expansive town beach provides soft sand with beautiful views of Buzzards Bay. You'll need to bring beach chairs and umbrellas as necessary, however the home is otherwise provided with ample linens, paper goods, and a fully supplied kitchen. Don't hesitate to book this West Island gem. We plan to be back in the future.
Sara
7/26/2025
Strawberry Moon was great! Easy to find, easy to get inside and was spotless. We appreciated the beach pass and her clear communication! Will book with Tina again!
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Sara
7/26/2025
Strawberry Moon was great! Easy to find, easy to get inside and was spotless. We appreciated the beach pass and her clear communication! Will book with Tina again!
Jonathan
7/20/2025
We had a WONDERFUL experience at Strawberry Moon and plan to return for years to come! Tina was fantastic to work with and provided us with everything we needed for a memorable beach week. The house is gorgeous and spacious, right in the heart of the island. The little beach and the ocean cream shop are walkable and all the amenities of home are right at your fingertips. We also took several day trips onto the Cape and enjoyed so many adventures. The house is beautifully remodeled with a stunning kitchen, a lovely sitting area, and bright and spacious family room. The bedrooms have plenty of space with a peaceful balcony off the master that boasts views of the water. We can’t recommend Tina and Strawberry Moon highly enough!!!
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Jonathan
7/20/2025
We had a WONDERFUL experience at Strawberry Moon and plan to return for years to come! Tina was fantastic to work with and provided us with everything we needed for a memorable beach week. The house is gorgeous and spacious, right in the heart of the island. The little beach and the ocean cream shop are walkable and all the amenities of home are right at your fingertips. We also took several day trips onto the Cape and enjoyed so many adventures. The house is beautifully remodeled with a stunning kitchen, a lovely sitting area, and bright and spacious family room. The bedrooms have plenty of space with a peaceful balcony off the master that boasts views of the water. We can’t recommend Tina and Strawberry Moon highly enough!!!
Timothy
7/12/2025
Great host. Great communication. House is perfect. This is my second time renting this house and we will definitely be back.
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Timothy
7/12/2025
Great host. Great communication. House is perfect. This is my second time renting this house and we will definitely be back.
Hunter
7/02/2025
Great spacious house in a beautiful location.
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Hunter
7/02/2025
Great spacious house in a beautiful location.
Christine
6/25/2025
Highly recommend a stay in this gorgeous home! We loved everything about the place and felt right at home. Can’t wait to come back!
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Christine
6/25/2025
Highly recommend a stay in this gorgeous home! We loved everything about the place and felt right at home. Can’t wait to come back!
Renee
6/21/2025
Traffic in CT added 2 extra hours to our travel time so we could not wait to arrive and relax, the house is beautiful! The furniture was comfy the back deck was great and the overall vibe was modern New England which was great. The AC would not turn on and Tina answered our text right way and was over within a half hour and got it running. We had plans in Newport 50m or so to the west and Martha’s Vineyard 55m to the East it was a great mid way point and a walkable Ice Cream parlor was an added bonus. We were a party of 5 for my daughter’s 16th birthday and we had plenty of space. The only negatives I have are the coffee pot is tiny (for non caffeine addicted people it’s prob fine), the shades in the primary bedroom allow in a lot of light very early in the am and the shower water pressure in the morning was better than at night no clue why but manageable. It was a perfect 4 day getaway.
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Renee
6/21/2025
Traffic in CT added 2 extra hours to our travel time so we could not wait to arrive and relax, the house is beautiful! The furniture was comfy the back deck was great and the overall vibe was modern New England which was great. The AC would not turn on and Tina answered our text right way and was over within a half hour and got it running. We had plans in Newport 50m or so to the west and Martha’s Vineyard 55m to the East it was a great mid way point and a walkable Ice Cream parlor was an added bonus. We were a party of 5 for my daughter’s 16th birthday and we had plenty of space. The only negatives I have are the coffee pot is tiny (for non caffeine addicted people it’s prob fine), the shades in the primary bedroom allow in a lot of light very early in the am and the shower water pressure in the morning was better than at night no clue why but manageable. It was a perfect 4 day getaway.
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