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Lovely Chilmark home on Abel's Hill with private beach, pond, tennis, and trails

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Exterior
Exterior
2-car garage with queen bedroom above
Dining Room
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Chilmark, MA
  • Place, Middle Road Sanctuary
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, The Yard
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Fulling Mill Brook Preserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Upstairs Full Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely Chilmark home on Abel's Hill with private beach, pond, tennis, and trails

A unique opportunity to spend your vacation in peaceful Abel’s Hill in Chilmark. This lovely cottage is located in the highly sought-after Abel’s Hill neighborhood - a peaceful enclave with coveted access to an association beach and tennis courts. Charming, comfortable, and well-maintained, with central AC throughout, this family-friendly vacation home is located in one of the most desirable areas of Chilmark with Lucy Vincent Beach just a short drive away. Enjoy the best that the Vineyard has to offer with access to the Abel's Hill Association's private sandy south shore beach; boating, paddleboarding, and kayaking on Chilmark Pond; and tennis on three association courts.

Built in 2005, this home comfortably sleeps 8 and is furnished in a chic coastal style with wood floors, open beams, high ceilings, and fantastic natural light. The bright and open first floor boasts a great room with cathedral ceilings and a stone fireplace. The screened-in porch is adjacent to the living room and offers a peaceful retreat to read a book or enjoy the views of the surrounding landscape, comprised of a spacious lawn with blueberry bushes for baking in-season pies and muffins. Completing the peaceful outdoor oasis is a patio for outdoor dining, and an outdoor shower where you can rinse off after a day well spent surrounded by nature. The well-equipped kitchen offers everything you need to prepare gourmet meals at home using local farmer’s market bounty and the day’s catch. The kitchen is open to both a bar and dining area, the perfect layout for entertaining family and friends. The spacious primary bedroom is located on the first level and features a private bath with soaking tub, shower and double vanity. On the second level, two loft-style bedrooms share a hallway bath a work-from-home space, and a sitting area. The garage carriage house offers additional living space, with a loft providing extra sleeping space, a private office, or a space for children to play.

Land bank trails are abundant and within easy walking distance. Ideally located for an up-island getaway, the home is convenient to the Chilmark General Store, Menemsha fishing village, Alley’s General Store, Farmer's Market, the Vineyard Artisan Festival, Chilmark Film Festival, Martha's Vineyard Book Festival, fine dining at Chilmark Tavern, State Road, Outermost Inn, and so much more.

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Abel's Hill Association Rules pertaining to beach and pond access, tennis use, and road rules will be provided as well

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number c0379540620

About the area

Chilmark

Located in Chilmark, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Tisbury Town Hall & Katharine Cornell Memorial Theater and Vineyard Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Woods Hole Ferry Terminal and Island Cove Miniature Golf. Fulling Mill Brook Preserve and Chilmark Chocolates are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Chilmark, MA

What's nearby

  • Middle Road Sanctuary - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Yard - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fulling Mill Brook Preserve - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Oak Bluffs Harbor - 22 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Inkwell Beach - 24 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State Road - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Plane View - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪7aFoods - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Home Port Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Black Sheep - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Chilmark home on Abel's Hill with private beach, pond, tennis, and trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely Chilmark home on Abel's Hill with private beach, pond, tennis, and trails?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely Chilmark home on Abel's Hill with private beach, pond, tennis, and trails on 2 May 2026 start from NZ$1,707, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lovely Chilmark home on Abel's Hill with private beach, pond, tennis, and trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Chilmark home on Abel's Hill with private beach, pond, tennis, and trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Chilmark home on Abel's Hill with private beach, pond, tennis, and trails?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Chilmark home on Abel's Hill with private beach, pond, tennis, and trails located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Middle Road Sanctuary and within 3 miles (5 km) of Wades Field and Fulling Mill Brook Preserve. The Yard and Chilmark Chocolates are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of the home is truly perfect, close to the busier parts of the island, and yet so peaceful and private. The kitchen has every amenity, and the private beach is amazing. The host is so communicative, and gave us great recommendations for activities and restaurants. We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easiest check in I have ever done in a house rental, the owner was easy to reach and communicated all the details prompt & clearly. Fully stocked kitchen, great for making home cooked meals if that is your desire.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had THE MOST MAGICAL stay in Chilmark. The house was charming, tidy and accommodated our family of 5 perfectly. We loved cozying up by the fireplace in the evenings and playing croquet in the yard while our youngest napped.Most spectacularly was the private beach down the road. Boating across the pond to the beach will absolutely become a core memory for our children (8, 6 and 3). They couldn’t get enough. Also our host Benjamin was very prompt whenever we had a question. A lovely stay. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tracey a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful wedding weekend

We shared the house with another couple. It’s an ideal house for two couples or a family. Beautiful kitchen, and lovely screened in porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Drew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect retreat

What an amazing place! It truly feels like a retreat from everything, a great spot to unwind. The home is even more beautiful than the pictures, and full of more than enough books, knicknacks and games to catch your quiet time attention. The kitchen is extremely well equipped (as a cook that is important to me). The grounds are beautiful, and the location is terrific, easy access to the best beach on MV, a short distance to Chilmark General Store which has some of the best quick serve food on the island. The host was terrific to work with, the house was clean and easy to access. What a great place! I hope to rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Chilmark Home

Our family rented this home for a month in July and August. The house's design and layout were perfect for our family, offering both comfort and convenience. The well-appointed bedrooms, spacious living area, and fully-equipped kitchen made us feel right at home. The availability of the tennis courts allowed us to indulge in some friendly family matches, and a huge highlight of our stay was the proximity and access to the amazing Abel's Hill Beach. We also loved walking and running in the surrounding nature trails. It was a wonderful and very special summer rental--highly recommend!
Stayed 35 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superlative. We have rented many homes on the Cape and MV over the years, expect comfort and high quality!!! and give this home our highest recommendation. Chilmark is a gorgeous area and Abel's Hill is THE BEST, with access to a glorious private beach (very hard to come by on MV since there are few public beaches and parking is tough) 3 private tennis courts a 5 minute walk and walking trails with views just up the way. The house is extremely comfortable, traditional style furnishing (in very good taste - not at all kitchy or cluttered ) extremely well appointed (kitchen is terrific and equipped with everything you can possibly think of! nice linens, comfortable seating for meals and also in living room for hanging out, lovely outdoor shower. Everything in the house is in extremely good shape and CLEAN (very well maintained.. nothing is in the slightest bit grotty!) which is important to us. Excellent internet. Lovely enclosed porch with rocking chairs and wicker, outdoor table and serene lawn with beautiful old plantings. There are homes in vicinity but we never heard anything but quiet in nature- bunnies, birds and stars at night. Rubber floor gym space in basement with hand weights for workouts is really handy. The owner is OUTSTANDING. Immediately responsive, kind and thoughtful. He cares about your holiday and satisfaction. First rate. Ben-thank you for sharing your home with us. We will certainly come again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

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