Stayed with a friend and our pups.Couldnât have been a more amazing house/location. Cutest house, great layout, huge yard, and the host checked in and gave us great tips. We had a car and were close to everything including town and the beach. This was the perfect house for this vacation. 100% would recommend and would stay here again!
We felt the need to come âhomeâ to the island to reconnect with friends and the island we were missingâŠso we happened on this sweet Vineyard home! Itâs nestled in a great neighborhood with easy access to the town of Vineyard Haven. The screened in porch off the kitchen is perfect for relaxing and the outdoor shower was a huge treat! The house has a funky vibe which we loved and there were some house essentials that allowed us a bit of time before having to hit the Stop and Shop. We already have our August/September getaway booked and are looking forward to returning to our happy place and this cute house!
My family and I made our first visit to the vineyard, and this place made all the difference! It was a 15 min walk to the ferry terminal and bus station. At the time we visited, the busses were free so this gave us access to the whole island! The place was clean and decorated in an eclectic island style that perfectly fit the vineyard theme! The property was located on a quiet lot/street and was close to the beach and any restaurant we wanted in Vineyard Haven. The a/c units worked great. We also saw lots of wildlife on the property/neighborhood including rabbits, deer, turkeys, and a wide variety of other birds. We even got to see fireflies for the first time sitting on the enclosed back porch! The outdoor shower was lovely! There was a guest book that included anything we needed to know about the property and everything under the sun that we could see or do in the area. Both the host and the property manager were very communicative and we felt welcome! Thanks for letting us stay!
We had a great long weekend at this rental. The house is set back, private, very clean and had everything we needed. The owner and agent were so attentive and helpful, probably the best we have ever dealt when renting. We definitely will look to rent here again!!!
If you are looking for a private getaway that's walking distance to downtown Vineyard Haven then this is the place for you. We loved the screened in porch, outdoor shower, and expansive yard. Property manager and owner were friendly and helpful. Definitely booking again for next year!
Wonderful, quaint home with tons of Vineyard charm. Love how the place is walking distance to VH so it was easy and fun to grab a coffee and roll from Black Dog Cafe and then enjoy the boats in the harbor each day. Though close to town and easy to get around, the property is very private with a huge backyard amazing sun porch and outdoor space that made it very easy for relaxing. Thanks!
This was the most peaceful place! Lovely, joyful gardens, comfortable porch and outdoor seating, easily accessed outdoor shower off the porch. All tastefully decorated and appointed; bright and inviting. Walkable or rideable to town and the ferry. We only stayed a few days but hoping to return in the future. Excellent for a couple or a family.
We were in for a wedding. The house had everything we needed. The only thing I would change would be better seating in the living area. But otherwise everything was great!
This place is even better in person. Truly a Martha's Vineyard gem and we had a blast. Private and nestled on a large lot, this home was perfect for us! Our only regret is that we didn't stay longer.
Overall great!
Good accessibility to downtown Vineyard Haven - walking/biking distance to shore, back road trails. Quiet.
Had all we needed for our stay.
Cozy and quaint cottage. Property was very clean and as described. So close to downtown that I walked back and forth. Owner, Matt, and manager, Annette were both very responsive and pleasant.
This was just the right place for two of us plus a friend one night. We needed to use the heat since we picked a cold week. Loved being able to walk to town.
First and foremost, if you're reading this review you should know that Annette will email you after your visit, with a quid-pro-quo style review request; offering you a 5 star review, but only if you leave one first. Secondly, she as well as the owner will offer you to re rent "privately" in the future, which is a violation of VRBO policies. The property fit our needs decently well. However, Anette, the person who played the property manager role in leasing the home, was overbearing. Annette's over the top communication style which, often times, included full caps lock, bold and underlined fonts was unprofessional.Communication was too much for us - before, during and after. We just wanted to be on vacation. Instead it was nearly a text or call every day asking if we checked in, if the trash was taken this day or that day, etc. All that back and forth and yet the landscaper showed up unannounced. I understand the need for communication, but the check in instructions are emailed, posted and resent before check in. At some point it starts to feel like we're being parented rather than what we are - paying visitors. The "lease" process is a bit of a joke. First, you won't get the lease, yet you will be asked to pay the remaining sum. That's right; you're expected to pay in full before even reviewing a "legally binding" contract. "Legally binding" because no one is actually required to sign this contract. They just type names in a cursive font within a word document. Cont...
Very lovely small house- perfect for my husband and me- and of course pup Harry. Good location. Loved the screened in porch overlooking the back yard, used the outside shower every day. Over many years coming to MV back when kids were small and now as a couple- this 10 days was one of the best.
We absolutely loved our stay at the Barile Cottage. Our first day, there was a soft rain but it was magical being out on the screened in porch looking out onto that beautiful back yard! In fact, we spent the majority of our time at the cottage out on that porch. The house is adorable, immaculate and tucked away for privacy. We loved our walks downtown looking at all the pretty houses and bushes and trees in full bloom. Communication with Annette the property manager and Matthew the owner was top notch. He even called us on our first day to make sure check in went smoothly and to please call him if we needed anything. We definitely would book this cottage again in a heartbeat next time we come to the Vineyard.
5 night stay for 4 of us. Home was as expected and worked fine for the 4 of us. The sleeping situation was a bit tough with 2 teenagers, father, and grandfather. we brought an air mattress for one to use in the living room while two slept upstairs on small, twin beds in tight quarters. The bedroom downstairs worked well for one person with a full bed. The furniture needs some updating but was as advertised. Nice, quiet spot close to downtown VH.
Quaint cottage, secluded and peaceful giving it a Walden Pond vibe. It was clean and close to everything. The owner was so kind, he even called to inform us that we could check in early. The whole experience was seamless.
The property is very well appointed. The screen porch is probably the best feature as you can use it brain or shine. Itâs an easy walk into Vineyard Haven, and an easy car ride to Edgar town and Oak Bluffs. The owner and property manager were very attentive and easy to deal with. We definitely will be coming back to stay here again.
Les points faibles : Communication et exactitude de lâannonce
Mixed Review -
The house was in a nice location: walkable to town, quiet street, secluded back yard. The outdoor shower was nice, as well as the screened in porch. I was pleased with the cleanliness of the house upon our arrival. The kitchen was stocked with necessary dishes and such.
The upstairs beds did have new comfortable mattresses (we saw older reviews said the mattresses were bad).As other people have noted, the house is basic. The other furniture could use some updating, as the living room furniture was uncomfortable. The porch furniture was very worn and one of the kitchen chair backs was broken.
One should note that the house is down a small hill at the bottom of a dirt driveway. As someone who has visited the vineyard many times, this did not surprise me. However, the initial condition of the driveway was poor and my car was bottoming out. Matthew did send someone over to fill in the driveway during our stay.
The PROBLEM: The upstairs bedroom was difficult to air condition. The photos of the bedroom and stairs leading up to the bedroom OMIT the triangular section of the wall MISSING above the door where the roof peaks. It was difficult to AC that room as air continually escaped. We contacted the owner. He suggested we sleep downstairs OR leave both ACs on all night to cool the house. Both ACs are very tiny, and that solution did not work. We also chose to sleep in twin beds since a double bed is not comfortable for the two of us. (and what if there were fo
This cottage is a gem! Nestled in a private spot in busy Vineyard Haven it was charming! Pridtine, lots of light, verywell maintained and everything you needed. And a lovely out door shower!! Couldnt ask for more!