Welcome to your ideal Weweantic River retreat. Perfect for families and groups, this elevated coastal home offers unbeatable water access and puts the best of Massachusetts right at your fingertips.
Home Highlights:
Living Areas: Spacious main room paired with a well-appointed galley kitchen.
Bed & Bath: Three bedrooms (1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Twin Bunk) and a bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and laundry.
Outdoor Living: Screened-in porch with outdoor dining, plus a private dock perfect for kayaking (life jackets included).
Beach Access: Walk to the local association beach, or use the included passes for Swifts Beach and Little Harbor.
Prime Location: Centrally located for easy day trips to Cape Cod & the Islands, Plymouth, Mass Maritime, and King Richard’s Faire.
Good to Know Before You Book:
Stairs Required: The house is raised to protect against high water; guests must climb a full flight of stairs to enter.
Cooling: A central mini-split unit cools the main space. Keep bedroom doors open to allow the cool air to circulate.
Dock Safety: The boardwalk to the dock has a gate (unlocked). The river bottom by the dock consists of deep, soft mud/sand and is not ideal for swimming.
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
3 bedrooms, 4 beds, 1 bathroom
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.
Welcome to your quintessential New England escape!
The Space
This rustic waterfront cottage is tucked away in the peaceful marshes of East Fairhaven, offering a secluded slice of paradise for nature lovers. Dripping with authentic beach-cottage charm, this is a place to unplug, unwind, and slow down. Please note: If you are looking for high-end luxury or a modern hotel feel, this laid-back retreat might not be for you. If you love old-school coastal character, you’ll be right at home.
The marsh is your backyard—perfect for spotting local wildlife or launching your own kayak or canoe. After a day of exploring, head up to the upper deck to soak in breathtaking views of Little Bay and catch spectacular, uninterrupted sunsets.
The Layout
Main Floor: An open, fully equipped kitchen, a dining room, full laundry facilities, and a cozy living room with two distinct seating areas (including a streaming-ready TV).
Second Floor: Three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The primary bedroom (Queen) and the second bedroom (Full) both feature window A/C units, while the cozy third bedroom (Full) is equipped with a fan.
Recent Upgrades We are constantly improving the property to ensure a comfortable stay. Recent updates include a brand-new stove, new leather recliner and loveseat, a refreshed custom shower, extensive yard and road cleanup, a newly built bridge over the marsh area, and professional mosquito and tick treatment for your comfort.
Dog-Friendly! Bring your four-legged best friend along for the adventure.
Guest Access: Guests have full run of the house, except for the shed and a locked closet behind the laundry room (used for owner storage). While the owners’ personal boats are not available for guest use, we highly encourage you to bring your own kayaks or canoes to launch directly from the marsh!
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
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.
We had a very good time here! I travelled from Keller, TX with my family and were easily able to find the cottage. It is very private and quiet with easy access to the private beach. The house was stocked with essentials and we absolutely enjoyed it. For the price, I’d absolutely do it again. One important recommendation for all, make sure you understand THIS IS A COTTAGE. Let it come to you and you will have a blast. For the host I’ll recommend maybe more frequent mosquito control, we were around for about a week. It is about a 50 min drive to the ferry to Martha’s Vineyard, and to downtown Boston. Our only qualm was we struggled quite a bit with mosquito bites daytime and night time. Overall, we really had a great time, the host was super responsive.Thank you Tina for having us. We’d return any day.
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Ernest
6/26/2024
We had a very good time here! I travelled from Keller, TX with my family and were easily able to find the cottage. It is very private and quiet with easy access to the private beach. The house was stocked with essentials and we absolutely enjoyed it. For the price, I’d absolutely do it again. One important recommendation for all, make sure you understand THIS IS A COTTAGE. Let it come to you and you will have a blast. For the host I’ll recommend maybe more frequent mosquito control, we were around for about a week. It is about a 50 min drive to the ferry to Martha’s Vineyard, and to downtown Boston. Our only qualm was we struggled quite a bit with mosquito bites daytime and night time. Overall, we really had a great time, the host was super responsive.Thank you Tina for having us. We’d return any day.
Oscar
6/14/2024
Great place! Great host! Private beach!
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Oscar
6/14/2024
Great place! Great host! Private beach!
Christian
6/07/2024
Charming home. Classic NE aesthetic. Felt like being in a Grandparent’s camp. View is world class. With a small investment, this property could be phenomenal.
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Christian
6/07/2024
Charming home. Classic NE aesthetic. Felt like being in a Grandparent’s camp. View is world class. With a small investment, this property could be phenomenal.
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!
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