The Dexter- Downtown Captain's House
About this house rental
Situated in Vineyard Haven, this charming house for £1,788 per night is a great option for your next trip. The Dexter is the perfect place to stay on the Vineyard in ALL seasons. We have 9 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, an outdoor shower, private patio, 2 decks, grill, onsite parking, chef's kitchen, 6 living rooms, and w/d. Sleeps 18 people. Booking includes vehicle FERRY RESERVATION when you book the following weeks: 7/6-7/13/24, 7/20-7/27/24, 8/17-8/24/24, and 8/24-8/31/24. AWESOME SPOT FOR YOUR CELEBRATIONS! 5MIN WALK FROM THE FERRY BOAT! The Dexter is a beautiful, historic whaling captain's house in downtown Vineyard Haven. The home was built in 1843 and has undergone creative design and renovations to modernize it into the stunning home it is now. We pair the old with the new and twist the traditional into modern. Each of our nine rooms features unique design and furnishings. Guests enjoy our numerous lounges and common areas, giant kitchen, wrap-around porch, patio, and yard. Several of our bedrooms have views of the harbor. We are located at 92 Main Street, in the heart of the action in Vineyard Haven. Walking distance from the restaurants, the harbor, the beach, and the best ice cream on Martha's Vineyard. We have 4-6 parking spaces in our lot (depending on what you drive). Bedroom locations: 1st floor: 1 queen bedroom. 1 bedroom with pullout sofa and 1/2 bath. 1 full bathroom with clawfoot tub/shower. 2nd floor: 2 king bedrooms with Jack and Jill bathroom. 1 queen bedroom with an en-suite. 3rd floor: Captain's suite up the back staircase has 1 king bed, sitting room, giant bathroom, and 1 double bedroom attached (double bedroom is also accessible from front staircase). 1 queen bedroom with en-suite. 1 double bedroom with en-suite.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Vineyard Haven, MA
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(45 Reviews)
5.0
This is such a great house for larger groups.
5.0
This is such a great house for larger groups.
5.0
The home was beautiful, convenient and comfortable. We throughly enjoyed our stay.
5.0
The house is in a fabulous location - a short walk to shops, restaurants, and food store. Our expectations we exceeded as far as comfort and amenities. You will want for nothing! The owner quickly reply to our message and was very easy to work with. This house is a gem.
5.0
House accomidated family & friends quit well. Plenty of places to gather as well as find alone time. Host very responsive. Already planning next years trip.
5.0
This house was amazing for all my bridesmaids to get ready in!
5.0
Beautifully appointed historical home with all of the modern conveniences! We are a family group ages 72 to 8 months. Everyone loved this beautiful home and the location in downtown Vineyard Haven was perfect! We are already talking about booking for 2024!
5.0
We had an amazing stay! The house is just as described and the host is responsive and helpful. The location was perfect and we had more than enough space to spread out. The kitchen, FABULOUS!!
5.0
Great house in an excellent location. Walkable to many restaurants, coffee, ice cream, shopping and ferry. Kitchen well stocked, lots of board games and a great outdoor area! Great communication with property manager. Highly recommend!
5.0
The property was as advertised, beautifully appointed with several seating spaces for groups or individuals to gather and commune.
5.0
Beautifully restored home perfect for groups. Immediately outside of Vineyard Haven village. Walkable to ferry, dining, shopping
5.0
It was my wife’s 60th, family came in from all over the country, the house was perfect for us, the location was outstanding. I’m a chef so all meals were cooked at the house, the kitchen was well stocked(I did bring my own pots pans and gadgets!!)and large enough for everyone to work together, the fridge held all our supplies, beverages and food. The bedrooms were clean and spacious With bathrooms galore
Alex answered any questions timely and with love. We would love to go back
4.0
Hi Alex! Everything ran smoothly and the house is gorgeous!
We did have an issue with heat. Back of house was about 55. The stovetop didn't have gas so we couldn't do the cooking of food we brought. We were able to use the oven for most things.
Someone did come about 10pm Saturday to fill up the empty tank. The house was clean except for shelves in kitchen....dusty and dead bugs. Overall the experience was very good and I thank you. Lori
5.0
This house was perfect for a relaxing weekend with friends. I would give it 6 stars if VRBO would let me.
5.0
My husband and I planned our intimate wedding and this house was the perfect place to host it. All of our family and friends were able to stay together in this gorgeous house with ample bedrooms and bathrooms. The kitchen was gorgeous and was the perfect host for our welcome dinner catered by a local restaurant. Our friends and family could not get over the location, just minutes away from the ferry and walking distance from all the shops, and restaurants on Main St in Vineyard Haven. Close to the Stop and Shop as well! Even though you are centrally located the backyard is quiet and the perfect place to hang out.
Alex was amazing to work with, very quick to respond and incredibly flexible as we checked in early and stayed a few hours post check out due to flight schedules. She was also incredibly helpful with local recommendations and resources.
Our wedding weekend was perfect because of this home! Everyone is still raving about the location! 10/10 would recommend for a family get together or reunion!
Hannah
5.0
My family and I spent two glorious days in this beautiful home, and hosted a Celebration of Life for my sister on the main floor. We could not have asked for a more beautiful home and great location. It is perfect for entertaining, as well as large family gatherings. The owner was very responsive and accommodating. Our only regret is that we only stayed 2 nights! We certainly plan to return.
5.0
Group of friends who came to the island for a wedding; host was easy to communicate with and the house was perfect!
5.0
We spent a week in this beautiful property with our children, their spouses, our "exchange daughter" and her husband and all their children. Due to our advanced age, my husband and I chose the first floor bedroom, which unfortunately did not have an en suite bath. But a perfectly adequate full bath was just a few steps away. The bedrooms and baths on the second and third floors were just plain breathtaking, as was the enormous kitchen. We loved filling the pasta pot directly on the stove. The kitchen and pantry were more than fully stocked, impressing even the son-in-law who works at Chez Panisse. The location was perfect for a big family vacation. We were within walking distance of nightly ice cream cones, lovely shops and the ferry. Our West Coast children and grandchildren were able to fly in to and out of Martha's Vineyard Airport. I was reassured that we were close to a hospital affiliated with Mass General Brigham, since my husband had recently had two cardiac procedures. We specifically did not want a home with a pool, since we had a couple youngsters who couldn't be trusted not to wander. All in all, this was a lovely spot for our long-planned gathering.
5.0
Beautiful property, within walking distance to everything in Vineyard Haven, plenty of parking if you have a car and want to explore (we had a rental), and tons of space (indoors and out) for a larger group. Alex was extremely responsive and our group was thrilled with the accommodations and our weekend on the island.
5.0
Could not have been better.
5.0
Thanks very much !
Great stay !
5.0
Highly recommend this home, a beautiful and private place to spend quality time with friends and family right in the heart of downtown Vineyard Haven.
5.0
Ideal Vineyard Haven Large Home
Highly recommend this home, a beautiful and private place to spend quality time with friends and family right in the heart of downtown Vineyard Haven.
5.0
family fun
great
5.0
Fantastic.
We had a fantastic stay at this house. It’s huge, the kids kept getting lost. Even with 14 people in our party you still had no trouble finding private space. We loved being able to walk next door and get sandwiches, there’s a little park/beach only a couple of blocks away. All in all a wonderful house and location. Would return in a heartbeat!
5.0
The house was excellent and everything we looked for. Would highly recommend this property in the future.
5.0
Tisbury weekend
The house was excellent and everything we looked for. Would highly recommend this property in the future.
5.0
We were really happy to stay here - the house was beautiful and the location was very nice.
5.0
Beautiful house
We were really happy to stay here - the house was beautiful and the location was very nice.
5.0
MS charity bike ride weekend
We all had a great weekend in this beautiful house. Alexander was very responsive with questions I had. Can't wait to book again for next year.
5.0
Such a GREAT house!
We were looking for a home on Martha's Vineyard to accommodate extended family for a family wedding on the island. This house was PERFECT. Everyone had a room, the living area was large enough for everyone to be in the same area for multiple conversations, games, meals, etc. Ages ranged from 3 to 77 - the house was perfect for all. Distance to town could not be better! Thank you for sharing your home with us! We could not recommend this house anymore - if we could give 6 stars we would.
5.0
The Dexter House couldn’t have been more perfect! Alex was very responsive and accommodating and the house itself is within walking distance from the ferry, close to downtown shops, and had every amenity you could think of. Would highly recommend!
5.0
A must stay!
The Dexter House couldn’t have been more perfect! Alex was very responsive and accommodating and the house itself is within walking distance from the ferry, close to downtown shops, and had every amenity you could think of. Would highly recommend!
5.0
Alexandra was a wonderful host and everything went smoothly from the booking and any special requests we had! It is a property worthy of a family adventure! You will not be disappointed! We will forever cherish our moments together!! Blessings Miss Karen
5.0
We celebrated our 40th Wedding Anniversary with our family! It was such a bucolic area!
Alexandra was a wonderful host and everything went smoothly from the booking and any special requests we had! It is a property worthy of a family adventure! You will not be disappointed! We will forever cherish our moments together!! Blessings Miss Karen
5.0
Excellent stay. Everything as promised.
Alex and her family were wonderful. Her home is beautiful and well located. We were thrilled to have a large group join us for a summer celebration. They were kind, responsive and anticipated all of our needs. We would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Fabulous place for a family reunion!!
The website does not do the home justice. It is more lovely and spacious in person. Multiple living areas accommodated multiple generations of family. Beautifully appointed kitchen with every possible gadget. The outside areas are also beautifully landscaped and easy to enjoy. The location can't be beat. So close to the businesses on Main Street yet quiet and residential in the evening. We would rent this home again if it is not transitioned back to a B&B.
5.0
The convenient location, walkability, parking, and lovely outdoor spaces made this an ideal spot for our 20-somethings as well as our 65-pluses. Kitchen is very well equipped and made it fun to cook together.
5.0
I had my two older kids and the grandkids join us for one week. The house was perfect for the nine of us – – could’ve fit many more. We were able to be together when we wanted to, and we were able to have our private sitting space when we wanted. The house was everything it was described as. The host was very gracious and accommodating.
5.0
Great in-town option for group
The convenient location, walkability, parking, and lovely outdoor spaces made this an ideal spot for our 20-somethings as well as our 65-pluses. Kitchen is very well equipped and made it fun to cook together.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Vineyard Haven?
The average price for a rental in Vineyard Haven is £371 per night. This rental is £1,417 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Dexter- Downtown Captain's House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Dexter- Downtown Captain's House pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Dexter- Downtown Captain's House?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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