Pros

  • Peaceful, scenic up island location in Martha's Vineyard
  • Variety of rooms and cottages with fireplaces and screen porches
  • Free daily breakfast, free (spotty) Wi-Fi, and free parking
  • Small, but bright fitness center with modern machines
  • Situated on 14 acres with great views of Menemsha Harbor
  • Cozy public spaces like the front porch with rocking chairs
  • Near Lucy Vincent Beach, hotel provides parking and walk-on passes
  • Beach towels, beach chairs, and umbrellas available; bikes for rent
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Cons

  • Minimum stay required during peak periods
  • Some rooms show gentle wear and tear
  • Inn has 14-day cancellation policy
  • Located in a dry town (bring your own wine)
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Bottom Line

The Menemsha Inn & Cottages is a secluded and rustic option in the scenic up-island area of Martha's Vineyard. A variety of rooms and cottages can suit different size groups, and all rooms have charming features like wood-burning fireplaces and screen porches. Freebies here include daily breakfast, (spotty) Wi-Fi, parking, and all the beach necessities such as towels, chairs, and umbrellas. The inn is privately situated on 14 acres of gardens and fields overlooking the Menemsha Harbor, but is still close to nearby Lucy Vincent Beach.

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Relaxed up-island experience

The Menemsha Inn & Cottages has been operating in this up-island Martha's Vineyard location since 1923. The peaceful inn is located on 14 acres of land and offers gorgeous views over the beautiful Menemsha Beach, home to a legendary sunset. This family-friendly inn has plenty of activities to entertain kids. While some rooms and cottages are showing gentle signs of wear and tear, the inn succeeds at providing a serene environment where guests can really relax. One highlight of the day at the Menemsha Inn & Cottages is the daily continental breakfast served in a charming and sunny breakfast room.

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Location

Secluded spot in Martha's Vineyard with some of the area's best sunsets

Throughout Martha's Vineyard, Menemsha is known as the spot for unbelievable sunsets. While this daily attraction lures people from all over the islands, guests of the Menemsha Inn & Cottages can enjoy it without leaving the property.

Martha's Vineyard is an island off the coast of Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Summer is the high season here, with the rest of the year being pretty peaceful. The island's largest town is Edgartown, and is popular for its shops, galleries, and restaurants. Other area highlights include Oak Bluffs, a town known for its adorable gingerbread cottages, or Vineyard Haven, home to more cute shops and galleries.

Reaching Martha's Vineyard can be accomplished by ferry or air. Ferries run out of Woods Hole, Falmouth, New Bedford, Hyannis and Quonset Point, Rhode Island. The ferry connects these destinations with either Oak Bluffs or Vineyard Haven. Airlines that operate service here include Cape Air, US Airways, and Jet Blue.

Once on the island, biking is a popular mode of transportation.

  • 45-minute ferry ride from Woods Hole, MA to Oak Bluffs or Vineyard Haven, then a 30-minute or 25-minute drive from Oak Bluffs and Vineyard Haven, respectively
  • Beach Plum Inn (sister inn with restaurant) is next door
  • 5-minute drive to Chilmark
  • 10-minute drive to Cronig’s Market in West Tishbury
  • 15-minute drive to Aquinnah (Gay Head Cliffs and Lighthouse)
  • 30-minute drive to Edgartown
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Rooms

Rustic, cozy rooms with fireplaces

The Menemsha Inn & Cottages has a variety of room choices, from standard hotel-style rooms in the Tea House and Carriage House to suites and self-contained cottages. This variety is designed to meet different traveler's needs and budgets. All rooms and cottages are designed in a rustic, country theme with plenty of antiques, wicker furniture, and soft colors. Some rooms are starting to show gentle signs of wear and tear. There are also several vacation homes that are available for weekly rentals in the summer -- or nightly rentals during the spring and fall.

  • Air conditioning
  • Free (but spotty) Wi-Fi
  • Greenwich Bay bath products
  • Cable TV (rooms have flat-screen TVs)
  • Rooms in the Tea House have sun decks.
  • Rooms in the Carriage House include a sun deck, mini-fridge, and flat-screen TV with DVD player.
  • Some cottages/homes include fireplaces, outdoor shower, VCR/DVD players, barbecue grills, Jacuzzi tubs, washer/dryers, and dishwashers.
  • Most rooms, suites, cottages, and homes have water views.
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Features

A serene inn with plenty of activities

The Menemsha Inn & Cottages offers a quiet, scenic location in up-island Martha's Vineyard. Guests that are looking for things to do will find plenty of activities and entertainment too.

  • Tennis, basketball, ping pong, and fitness center
  • Organized activities and classes (such as yoga)
  • Bikes available to rent, and bike storage available for guests
  • Beach towels, beach chair, and umbrellas available for guests
  • Parking passes and walk-on passes for Lucy Vincent Beach
  • Walk-on passes to Squibnocket Beach
  • Cookies and lemonade served every afternoon in the lobby
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free daily continental breakfast
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Things You Should Know About Menemsha Inn and Cottages

Also Known As

  • Menemsha Inn
  • Menemsha Inn and Cottages

Address

North Rd, PO Box 38, Menemsha 02535, Martha's Vineyard

Phone

(508) 645-2521

Website

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Menemsha Inn and Cottages

Scene

Relaxed up-island experience

The Menemsha Inn & Cottages has been operating in this up-island Martha's Vineyard location since 1923. The peaceful inn is located on 14 acres of land and offers gorgeous views over the beautiful Menemsha Beach, home to a legendary sunset. This family-friendly inn has plenty of activities to entertain kids. While some rooms and cottages are showing gentle signs of wear and tear, the inn succeeds at providing a serene environment where guests can really relax. One highlight of the day at the Menemsha Inn & Cottages is the daily continental breakfast served in a charming and sunny breakfast room.

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Location

Secluded spot in Martha's Vineyard with some of the area's best sunsets

Throughout Martha's Vineyard, Menemsha is known as the spot for unbelievable sunsets. While this daily attraction lures people from all over the islands, guests of the Menemsha Inn & Cottages can enjoy it without leaving the property.

Martha's Vineyard is an island off the coast of Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Summer is the high season here, with the rest of the year being pretty peaceful. The island's largest town is Edgartown, and is popular for its shops, galleries, and restaurants. Other area highlights include Oak Bluffs, a town known for its adorable gingerbread cottages, or Vineyard Haven, home to more cute shops and galleries.

Reaching Martha's Vineyard can be accomplished by ferry or air. Ferries run out of Woods Hole, Falmouth, New Bedford, Hyannis and Quonset Point, Rhode Island. The ferry connects these destinations with either Oak Bluffs or Vineyard Haven. Airlines that operate service here include Cape Air, US Airways, and Jet Blue.

Once on the island, biking is a popular mode of transportation.

  • 45-minute ferry ride from Woods Hole, MA to Oak Bluffs or Vineyard Haven, then a 30-minute or 25-minute drive from Oak Bluffs and Vineyard Haven, respectively
  • Beach Plum Inn (sister inn with restaurant) is next door
  • 5-minute drive to Chilmark
  • 10-minute drive to Cronig’s Market in West Tishbury
  • 15-minute drive to Aquinnah (Gay Head Cliffs and Lighthouse)
  • 30-minute drive to Edgartown
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Rooms

Rustic, cozy rooms with fireplaces

The Menemsha Inn & Cottages has a variety of room choices, from standard hotel-style rooms in the Tea House and Carriage House to suites and self-contained cottages. This variety is designed to meet different traveler's needs and budgets. All rooms and cottages are designed in a rustic, country theme with plenty of antiques, wicker furniture, and soft colors. Some rooms are starting to show gentle signs of wear and tear. There are also several vacation homes that are available for weekly rentals in the summer -- or nightly rentals during the spring and fall.

  • Air conditioning
  • Free (but spotty) Wi-Fi
  • Greenwich Bay bath products
  • Cable TV (rooms have flat-screen TVs)
  • Rooms in the Tea House have sun decks.
  • Rooms in the Carriage House include a sun deck, mini-fridge, and flat-screen TV with DVD player.
  • Some cottages/homes include fireplaces, outdoor shower, VCR/DVD players, barbecue grills, Jacuzzi tubs, washer/dryers, and dishwashers.
  • Most rooms, suites, cottages, and homes have water views.
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Features

A serene inn with plenty of activities

The Menemsha Inn & Cottages offers a quiet, scenic location in up-island Martha's Vineyard. Guests that are looking for things to do will find plenty of activities and entertainment too.

  • Tennis, basketball, ping pong, and fitness center
  • Organized activities and classes (such as yoga)
  • Bikes available to rent, and bike storage available for guests
  • Beach towels, beach chair, and umbrellas available for guests
  • Parking passes and walk-on passes for Lucy Vincent Beach
  • Walk-on passes to Squibnocket Beach
  • Cookies and lemonade served every afternoon in the lobby
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free daily continental breakfast
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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Babysitting Services

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Basic Television

  • Beach

  • Cable

  • Concierge

  • Cribs

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Breakfast

  • Full Kitchen

  • Internet

  • Jacuzzi

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Pets Allowed

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Supervised Kids Activities

  • Tennis Court

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