Welcome to Arrowsmith Cottage – a clean, comfortable and casually stylish home base for a carefree Martha's Vineyard vacation, any time of year.
Set on a quiet paved road in a pleasant residential neighborhood midway between the down-island towns of Oak Bluffs and Vineyard Haven, this well-appointed cottage sleeps up to 4 guests. It offers easy one-floor living with just a few steps to enter: an open-concept kitchen, comfortable living and dining areas, two private bedrooms and a full bath with a tub/shower combination. A 3-season enclosed porch holds the "outdoor" shower and washer/dryer, and at the front entrance is a spacious deck overlooking an open, grassy yard.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
• Bedroom 1: Queen bed, bureau and closet with full-length mirror, with a private door to the 3-season porch
• Bedroom 2: Two twin beds and a closet with hanging shelves
The kitchen, living and dining areas can be closed off from the bedroom hallway – perfect for early-to-bedders and late risers.
AMENITIES
• Fully equipped kitchen with electric appliances, cookware, dishes and utensils (including a large lobster pot!) – please note there is no dishwasher or in-sink garbage disposal
• Gas grill, outdoor furniture and outdoor dining on the deck and porch
• 3-season porch with ceiling fan, garden furnishings and table seating overlooking the wooded backyard
• Window air conditioners in each bedroom and the main living area, ceiling and portable fans, HEPA air purifier, and thermostat-controlled electric baseboard heat
• Large flat-screen Netflix-enabled TV with basic cable service, DVD player and DVDs, books, puzzles and board games
• High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the home
• Washer/dryer, iron and ironing board, hair dryer
• Freshly laundered sheets, towels, comforters, extra blankets, and pillows provided, plus a few beach chairs, sand toys, and beach towels
• Starter supply of paper goods, laundry, bath and dish soap, and shampoo/conditioner
• Self check-in with a keypad code assigned just for your stay
• Off-street parking for 1–2 cars
LOCATION
Eastville Point Beach is about 0.9 mile away, and the town centers, harbors and ferry terminals of Oak Bluffs (1.6 miles) and Vineyard Haven (2.0 miles) are close by. A car is recommended for the most flexibility, but the paved bike path and VTA bus route are just 100 feet from the front door. (Families should note that walking or biking to town or the beach does involve traveling along busy roads.)
An interesting bit of history: the cottage was owned for many years by author bell hooks and was where she stayed when visiting Martha's Vineyard – some of her furnishings remain part of the decor today.
HOUSE RULES
• Maximum 4 overnight guests; primary renter must be at least 25 years old
• No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property
• No parties or events, and no fires, fireworks or tents
• One dog under 30 lbs. may be considered with the homeowners' written approval in advance (pet fee applies); no cats or other pets