Classic Modern House on its Own Point of Land with Astounding Views
Chilmark, Dukes County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Classic Modern House on its Own Point of Land with Astounding Views Designed by a student of the famous architect Walter Gropius, our house was built in 1949. The house is open and light, with floor to ceiling windows and sliding glass doors, a fireplace with a 50's "conversation pit" for cozying up in, perfect for an evening of charades or quiet reading. The giant dining table has room for a l...
Classic Modern House on its Own Point of Land with Astounding Views Designed by a student of the famous architect Walter Gropius, our house was built in 1949. The house is open and light, with floor to ceiling windows and sliding glass doors, a fireplace with a 50's "conversation pit" for cozying up in, perfect for an evening of charades or quiet reading. The giant dining table has room for a large family to spread out, or have a group of friends over for a long summer dinner. The multiple couches and seating areas suit a grandma reading aloud to small ones while in another area teenagers chat or grownups have cocktails on the porch, looking at the serene view of the nature preserve across the pond. There is a good layout for two families with children to share the house. It is also a romantic spot for two people to enjoy a beautiful private place.We have lots of amusements and we are TV free. We have a fantastic collection of children's books, from picture books to favorite read-alouds and young adult books. There is a croquet set and lots of rainy day games and little kid toys. We have a modest but peaceful writers cabin/shed that can be used for quiet work time (no Wi-Fi there). Our point of land the house sits on (see map) is 9/10ths surrounded by water, Menemsha Pond on one side and Quitsa Pond on the other. Part of the 11 acres is conserved land and the view is beautiful from anywhere. Children love exploring the mowed paths and most likely will find the hidden tree house. Chockers Point has always been occupied by sailors and you can beach a sunfish easily. It is also excellent for jumping into a kayak and exploring the ponds. We provide 2 single kayaks. We also have clamming supplies, our beach is rich with steamer clams in the summer.This house is perfect for small children, the third generation of our family is now proving that. Children can toddle or paddle about on the private beach on Menemsha Pond, 'Short Beach' (we share it with the other houses on our short road but there is always room) where we all learned to swim. Beach passes for the restricted town ocean beaches are available for purchase from the town with your lease. The free Menemsha public beach and it's great fish markets are nearby. There is a fantastic local farmer's market in nearby West Tisbury twice a week. Chilmark has a wonderful community center summer camp program that runs every weekday morning for children up to 12, where your kids can play sports or make glorious messes. You can sign up by the week. Retrieve your children at noon and go across the street to get a pizza for lunch from the popular Chilmark store. The Chilmark library is excellent and has a lot of kid's programs. In the fall it is a great spot for quiet adult time. The island is more peaceful and the colors are spectacular. The weather is generally wonderful then and if it is not the wood stove is exceedingly cosy.This is not a fancy house. It is built very simply, in a style of '50's summer camp minimalism. The comfortable furniture is a little worn, but it's classic style (Eames etc) echos the house. We have only one full and one half bath and a beautiful reconstructed outdoor shower. The house has a very warm feel that we hope you love as we do.We no longer provide Wi-Fi. Because we are located on a peninsula, the Wi-Fi was provided via a hotspot and we were not able to guarantee the quality of the Wi-Fi for multiple simultaneous users. We have decided that because it is very simple to either use a smartphone as a Wi-Fi hotspot or bring an additional Wi-Fi hotspot as part of a standard phone plane, it is much more reliable for people who need to work remotely to provide their own Wi-Fi and that way they can monitor if other guests are sharing the Wi-Fi with them. Both Verizon and ATT get good service at Chockers Point. Please reach out if you have questions about this. We do not rent for under 1 week, NO weekends. We give discounts for long rentals.Keywords: Summer House, Derby, Kayaks, Dogs
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- WiFi
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
- Desk
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Outside
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach towels
- Outdoor shower
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Stereo
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
Location type
- Beachfront
- Waterfront
- Near the ocean
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Snorkelling
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Horseback riding
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Whale watching
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Bay/sound
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- On the beach
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Outdoor shower
- Bathtub or shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Books
- Stereo
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a hospital
- Near the sea
- Near the bay
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Kayak
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Water sports equipment
- Cycling nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
General
- Garden
- Property does not allow children
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Adults only : Adults only
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
- Property Registration Number C0264260620
About the area
Chilmark
Located in Chilmark, this holiday home is on the beach. Waskosim's Rock Reservation and Island Cove Miniature Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Chilmark Chocolates and Fulling Mill Brook Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Aquinnah Cliffs 8 min drive
- Gay Head Lighthouse 8 min drive
- Lucy Vincent Beach 14 min drive
- Menemsha Beach 15 min drive
- Woods Hole Ferry Terminal 86 min drive
Getting around
- Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) 24 min drive
Restaurants
- Larsen's Fish Market 10 min drive
- 7a Foods 14 min drive
- Home Port Restaurant 10 min drive
- Chilmark Tavern 6 min drive
- Menemsha Galley 10 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Classic Modern House on its Own Point of Land with Astounding Views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Classic Modern House on its Own Point of Land with Astounding Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Classic Modern House on its Own Point of Land with Astounding Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Classic Modern House on its Own Point of Land with Astounding Views located?
Nestled on the beach, this Chilmark holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Squibnocket Pond and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Chilmark Chocolates. Lucy Vincent Beach and Barges Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).