Ten summer rental homes for the perfect stay on Martha’s Vineyard

Martha’s Vineyard is home to dozens of hotels, inns and bed and breakfasts — but many of its visitors want the comforts of home along with the space and amenities it provides. Whether you’re traveling as a couple or a family, or a group of friends in town for a wedding or special occasion, we’ve rounded up 10 summer rental homes on Martha’s Vineyard that you’ll definitely want to check out. Got a boat? There are beachfront houses with private docks. Want a pool? We’ve got those too. Happy house hunting! ​

Modern Farmhouse Compound With Pool & Party Barn

Modern Farmhouse Compound With Pool & Party Barn, offered by Point B Realty 
Location: Katama, Edgartown
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sleeps: 12
Rate: $7,000–$14,500/week

​This luxurious new Katama Compound features a 4-bedroom Main House, a Party Barn, a separate work/office building, and a heated pool. The Main House features a modern open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, wide plank floors and kitchen, living, and dining areas. The dining area opens to the gourmet kitchen which has a large, center island/breakfast bar, stainless appliances, and granite counters. All four bedrooms have en suite baths making it the perfect place to stay with a large group while still maintaining privacy. The home is convenient to Katama General Store and offers easy access to South Beach and Edgartown Village via a bike path across the street.

Downtown Edgartown Cottage

Darling Downtown Edgartown Cottage, offered by Martha’s Vineyard Real Estate
Location: Downtown Edgartown 
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Sleeps: 6
Rate: $2,200–$3,000/week
 
This precious three bedroom and two bath cottage is located within walking distance to downtown Edgartown. Carefully renovated with attention to the character of the house. The first floor offers a fully equipped kitchen, a dining room, two sitting rooms, an adjacent bedroom, and laundry area with shower bathroom. The second floor has two bedrooms and a full bathroom. Tastefully furnished. The backyard is a generous size, nicely landscaped and the patio area offers lots of space for outdoor dining and relaxing. A great property on which to enjoy your Vineyard vacation.

South Beach Home with Wrap Around Deck

Spectacular South Beach Home with Wrap Around Deck, offered by Martha’s Vineyard Real Estate
Location: Katama, Edgartown
Beds: 4
Baths: 3
Sleeps: 8
Rate: $2,500–$4,800/week
 
This beautiful home is located in the popular Katama South Beach area and two miles to downtown Edgartown. The home offers a large wrap-around deck and a nicely landscaped yard. Oak Flooring and oak staircase; high ceilings and glass wall allow the sunlight to enter the home. There are ceiling fans throughout the house. A private balcony deck is located off the master bedroom, and the home is very nicely furnished and decorated. Conveniently located near the bike path. 

Post & Beam Beauty Nestled in the Woods, offered by Martha’s Vineyard Real Estate
Location: South Shore of West Tisbury 
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sleeps: 8
Rate: $2,700–$3,900/week
 
A newer post and beam home with large great room and gas fireplace. Enjoy a very sunny and private area with grass lawn located on a wooded lot with access to West Tisbury beaches, including coveted Lambert’s Cove Beach. The home offers two master suites with private baths, and an open kitchen and dining area with seating for eight. Featuring new furniture with a mix of antiques; hardwood floors in main living area, screened in porch and outside shower. House is equipped with central air conditioning and a deck, whether you want to beat the heat or soak up the sun. 

Katama Beach House with Waterviews

Sun-filled Katama Beach House with Waterviews, offered by Point B Realty
Location: Katama, Edgartown
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sleeps: 8
Rate: $3,500–$7,500/week
 
This immaculate sun filled Katama beach house is a short walk from South Beach and enjoys distant views of the Atlantic Ocean from its multi-level decks. The main living areas on the second floor are framed by a wall of sliding glass doors that open to a large wraparound mahogany deck with room to dine, entertaine, and relax. The modern floor plan features a living area with vaulted ceiling and fireplace, open dining area, and a gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances and breakfast bar. A sliding door from the living area opens to a separate sunroom with additional entertaining space. A converted garage that connects to the first floor, provides additional hangout space. The private master bedroom suite occupies the entire third floor and three other bedrooms are located on the first floor with sliding doors that open to a covered deck. Outside, the professionally landscaped grounds include large front and backyards, and English style perennial gardens. There is easy access to the bike path and South Beach.

Historic Captain’s Home on Edgartown Harbor

Historic Captain’s Home on Edgartown Harbor, offered by Point B Realty 
Location: Downtown Edgartown
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sleeps: 14
Rate: $5,000–$24,000/week
 
Designed in the style of a classic captain’s house, this recently renovated waterfront home fronts on prestigious North Water Street which offers sweeping water views across Edgartown Harbor, Katama Bay, Chappaquiddick, and out to Nantucket Sound. This home boasts a fresh, coastal color design-style throughout and both the living room and dining room open out to a large harbor-facing deck, delightful for outdoor dining and entertaining large groups. Enjoy a well-equipped, eat-in gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances, perfect for making your own meals or hosting one of the Island’s personal chefs. Outside, a large grassy yard stretches from the home all the way to the harbor's edge, where guests enjoy a shared private sandy beach. Guests may also take advantage of the deep-water dock available in August (for a fee and by special arrangement with the landlord), as well as a rooftop widow's walk, with panoramic views across the harbor and village. All of downtown Edgartown–with its restaurants, shops, harbor and lighthouse–is literally steps from the front door.

Historic Captain Morse House

Historic Captain Morse House, offered by MV Seacoast Properties 
Location: Downtown Edgartown
Beds: 12
Baths: 7
Sleeps: 25
Rate: From $5,000
 
The Captain Morse House, at the corner of Morse and North Water streets, is one of Edgartown's finest homes. This fully renovated and exquisitely detailed home is perfect for your dream Vineyard vacation. Included is central air-conditioning, though you will hardly need it as the home is just up the street from the harbor. The home features 11 bedrooms, a sleep loft, seven full baths on three floors, a formal living room and dining room, a family room, a game room, and a new gourmet kitchen. All is tastefully decorated with period furnishings and artwork. Enjoy all Edgartown village has to offer right outside your door!

Cottage Close to Edgartown Village

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Close to Edgartown Village, offered by MV Seacoast Properties
Location: Edgartown
Beds: 3
Baths: 1
Sleeps: 6
Rate: From $2,000
 
Located within walking distance of the Edgartown Village this cozy 3-bedroom home provides all the basic amenities one could ask for! No need for a car with this property. The grocery store, restaurants, and attractions are all within walking distance. Want to go to State or South Beach? You can easily catch the bus which takes you right to it. Enjoy Wi-Fi and an outdoor shower after a long day exploring Martha's Vineyard!

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Mid-century Chilmark Beach House

Mid-Century Chilmark Beach House, offered by AirBnB and VRBO 
 
Location: Chilmark 
Beds: 4
Baths: 3
Sleeps: 8
Rate: $5,400–$12,000/week
 
This mid-century house offers resort-type elegance as well as a relaxed beach house vibe. The location is totally private but near world-class beaches and the much-adored Menemsha fishing village. Chilmark is simply magical and you will build memories that will last a lifetime. Enjoy four bedrooms, three baths, a large living area, and large master bedroom with bath. Fully equipped kitchen/dining overlooks the pool; quality linens throughout. Outside, a 4-foot-deep spa pool invites you to exercise, lounge or play…or just enjoy its shimmer all day long. The house is bathed in sun and dramatic sky with miles of conservation trails just steps outside the door. Besides exclusive access to white sand beaches, this secluded end of Martha’s Vineyard offers a wide range of activities from art and culture to fishing and fine dining

Nautically-Inspired Luxury Retreat New South Beach, offered by Point B Realty
Location: Katama, Edgartown
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sleeps: 8
Rate: $7,900–$12,000/week
 
This architectural gem is tucked away in the prestigious Beach Plum Meadows area of Katama. The large gambrel-designed luxury home features three floors of grand living and entertaining space, with close proximity to the sandy shores of South Beach. The second floor features a magnificent, light-filled great room with two-story high vaulted gambrel ceilings, and open-design living and dining areas with a gas fireplace, large screen TV, and fully-equipped chef’s kitchen with large prep island/breakfast bar, granite counters, and commercial stainless appliances. Sliding doors open to a large screened porch and decks for outdoor dining, grilling, and entertaining. The third-floor deck has distant seasonal water views of South Beach and the Atlantic Ocean, as well as year-round views across the meadows and fields of the Farm Institute and surrounding conservation land. The deck opens from a "Crow’s Nest" Office/Work Area, that sit amid  great room balconies and walkways. The property is located less than one mile to South Beach and offers easy access to the bike path and Edgartown Village.

​Be sure to check out all our Real Estate rental agencies to find the perfect rental home for your needs!