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Downtown Captain's Mansion- The Dexter- Family, pet, and event friendly

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
9 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 18631.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Tisbury, MA
  • Vineyard Haven Terminal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Martha's Vineyard Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Inkwell Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

1st floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Captain's Quarters

1 King Bed

Connected to Captain's- Chart Room

1 Double Bed

Crow's Nest

1 Double Bed

Front living Room

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Leeward

1 King Bed

Midship

1 King Bed

Pilot House

1 Queen Bed

Windward

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Downtown Captain's Mansion- The Dexter- Family, pet, and event friendly

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. AWESOME SPOT FOR YOUR CELEBRATIONS! 5min walk from the ferry boat and giant private parking lot. We welcome bachelorette parties, reunions, work retreats, etc, etc, etc.

Accepting books for summer 2026 Saturday-Saturday. One vehicle ferry reservation included with your booking.

Sleeps 18 people.

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Dog friendly residence. Yard is partially fenced.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0363072960

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vineyard Haven

Located in Vineyard Haven, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Inkwell Beach and Cape Cod Beaches can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Travelling with kids? Consider Island Cove Adventures and Flying Horses Carousel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tisbury, MA

What's nearby

  • Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Vineyard Haven Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Martha's Vineyard Film Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Martha's Vineyard Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Inkwell Beach - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Catboat Coffee Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Portuguese-American Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Black Dog Bakery Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Barco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Attic At Waterside - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Captain's Mansion- The Dexter- Family, pet, and event friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Downtown Captain's Mansion- The Dexter- Family, pet, and event friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Captain's Mansion- The Dexter- Family, pet, and event friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Captain's Mansion- The Dexter- Family, pet, and event friendly located?

This family-friendly Vineyard Haven holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Vineyard Haven Terminal and Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce. Martha's Vineyard Film Center and Vineyard Haven Public Library are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Alexandra Wild

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I grew up on MV, married an islander, and we are raising our family with lots of lucky island time.

Why they chose this property

Our home is on Main Street so it is in the thick of all the Vineyard Haven action. You can sit on our porch to people watch or withdraw to our private patio where you'll feel a world away.

What makes this property unique

Right in town and managed by our family.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests