"The Carousel House" - Ocean Park - Featured in New York Times
Oak Bluffs, Dukes County, United States View On Map
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"The Carousel House" - Ocean Park - Featured in New York Times This house, built in 1865, was featured in the New York Times article on Oak Bluffs, 'The President Was Here (Grant, That Is).' The article described the unique Victorian homes on Ocean Avenue as 'the Fifth Avenue of Oak Bluffs.' Our house was featured in the article, and photographed in the New York Times online slide show. It is a un...
"The Carousel House" - Ocean Park - Featured in New York Times This house, built in 1865, was featured in the New York Times article on Oak Bluffs, 'The President Was Here (Grant, That Is).' The article described the unique Victorian homes on Ocean Avenue as 'the Fifth Avenue of Oak Bluffs.' Our house was featured in the article, and photographed in the New York Times online slide show. It is a unique Victorian home, wonderful for family gatherings. The location is ideal - it sits at the heart of Ocean Park, with the closest access to Circuit Avenue of any of the homes on the Park. The home has been completely renovated, including central air with two zones. Chef's kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances, a six burner commercial oven and a wine fridge. Bathroom sinks have marble tops. Four flat screen TVs. This house has unique charm and convenience. Walk to everything - you don't need a car. The child friendly beach is just across the road, where you can make sandcastles in the sand, or stroll along the boardwalk above the beach, and rest on a bench facing the water. Or stay at home, sit on the porch and gaze over Ocean Park with its iconic gazebo. Have your own private front seat to the concerts and fireworks in Ocean Park during the summer. It takes about 60 seconds to walk to Circuit Avenue and access the heart of Oak Bluffs: restaurants, quaint shops, art galleries, grocery store, wine and liquor store, hair salon, movies, ice cream parlors, churches, etc. Pick up the bike path from just in front of the house and ride around the island (bike rentals just a short stroll away). Visit the Flying Horses, the oldest carousel in America dating back to the 1800s, just a couple of short blocks away. Take a stroll to the harbor, and see the beautiful yachts docked there. Fly a kite in Ocean Park. On rainy days, walk just yards away to the movie house, or entertain the kids in the arcade on Circuit Avenue, a 90 second run in the rain! Or stay home and watch movies on the big TV in the living room, or play a board game of Monopoly or Scrabble. Or lose yourself in a book from our small library.Entire downstairs has hard wired speaker system that you can connect to your phone or tablet, and play your own music.Be sure to wake up early at least one day of your vacation to catch the breathtaking sunrise over Nantucket Sound, easily visible from the two master bedrooms!Fun Fact: The Emperor of Ocean Park, the New York Times best seller murder mystery, was written about this house. Read the book before you come, or on the porch while you are here, to relive this home's iconic history. We keep a couple of copies of the book in our bookcase for you to check out while you are with us.Keywords: House
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Internet
- Air conditioning
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Safe
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Sailing
- Snorkelling
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Horseback riding
- Health/beauty spa
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Ecotourism
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Bay/sound
- Marina
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
- Outdoor space
- Sea view
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
- Portuguese
- French
- Spanish
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car not required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 6 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Shower
- Bathtub or shower
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Stereo
- DVD player
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Safe
- Phone
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near the bay
- Near the sea
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
General
- Unit size: 3,000 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- 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 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
- 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 C0195862210
About the area
Oak Bluffs
Located in Oak Bluffs, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Woods Hole Ferry Terminal and Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Cod Beaches and Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary. Flying Horses Carousel and Oak Bluffs Fishing Pier are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Nearby locations
- Circuit Avenue 1 min walk
- Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal 3 min walk
- Oak Bluffs Harbor 4 min walk
- Oak Bluffs Town Beach 5 min walk
- Inkwell Beach 7 min walk
Getting around
- Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) 15 min drive
Restaurants
- Lookout Tavern 4 min walk
- Portuguese American Club 3 min drive
- VFW Hall 18 min walk
- Offshore Ale Co. 1 min walk
- The Barn Bowl & Bistro 8 min walk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is "The Carousel House" - Ocean Park - Featured in New York Times pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at "The Carousel House" - Ocean Park - Featured in New York Times?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "The Carousel House" - Ocean Park - Featured in New York Times?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "The Carousel House" - Ocean Park - Featured in New York Times located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Ocean Park, Circuit Avenue and Seaview Beach. Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal and Flying Horses Carousel are also within 5 minutes.