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Elegant bay view stay.

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Living area
Interior detail
Living area
Coffee and/or coffee maker
Interior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fairhaven, MA
  • Place, Fairhaven Town Hall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Phoenix State Reservation
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Elegant bay view stay.

Relax in the serenity and color on the Bay at this elegant and tranquil bayside getaway. "The Captain's House" is a decorated peaceful retreat at Little Bay in Historic Fairhaven. An amazing water-view getaway close to New England Farms and leaf peeping, spectacular beaches, the finest in seafood, marina pubs, bike paths, walking trails and historic attractions. Martha's Vineyard is a fast ferry day trip away or a quiet Kayak trip is steps away. Relax and enjoy "The Captain's House"

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number c0343130940

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant bay view stay. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elegant bay view stay.?

As of 20 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegant bay view stay. on 27 Apr 2026 start from AU$370, 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 Elegant bay view stay.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elegant bay view stay.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant bay view stay.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant bay view stay. located?

This family-friendly Fairhaven holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Millicent Library and Unitarian Memorial Church. Wings & Things and Wonder Bowl are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi R.

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

Cozy getaway!

Had a wonderful long weekend at the Captain’s Cottage. Sweet neighborhood, convenient to ferry and local beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia L.

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

Cozy cottage

We had an amazing time staying at this cozy cottage, the place was clean, had everything we needed and it’s a short walk to the local beach.The bonus room was pleasant surprise specially for the kids. Thank you Cheryl for checking on us and giving us tips for the 4th of July fireworks… we will be back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kati M.

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

Great New England cottage

We had a great stay at the Captain’s cottage. When we arrived it was very clean. We slept great and the shower pressure was good too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rick b.

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

Captain cabin

Everything you need is in cabin . Close to town and easy drive to surrounding area.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk P.

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

Amazing!

The house was perfect! Not too big, not too small. The location was great. The host did a great job preparing the property and guiding us to the best restaurants, beaches and places to visit. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2022
Thank you for the positive review. So happy you enjoyed your stay and would love for you to book with us again. Thank you! Cheryl
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Beautiful Cottage

Best place we’ve stayed at and our family travels quite a bit. We loved the cottage and the garage is such a bonus and fun place to hang out. The neighbors were great as well and allowed the cousins to play a football game in their yard. My brothers that came to visit now want to book a stay for a weekend sometime soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana D.

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

Nice and quiet

Beautiful little house tucked away in a small corner of the world. Beautiful birds and rabbits throughout the property. Comfortable beds, clean house, good water pressure both hot and cold. Restaurants, grocery store and pharmacy near by. Host very responsive. Would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2024
Happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again. Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Comfy Cottage by the Bay

My family and I loved this cute little cottage. Beds were comfortable. The place was super clean. Captain's quarters was a great place to relax. Nice short walk to the bay. Neighbors were friendly. Road was a dirt road, so it is super safe for little ones. I will definitely be going again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2022
Melissa, It was a pleasure hosting you and your family. Happy to hear that you all enjoyed yourself. Thank you for taking care of our home. Can’t wait to see you next year. Take care! Cheryl
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank-Peter B.

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

Perfect for our three-day-getaway

Our stay at this cottage was fantastic! The house was perfectly equipped with everything we needed. The highlight was definitely the extra room with a surprise feature that the kids absolutely loved. The only drawback was that there wasn't direct access to the beach on foot. However, we drove a few minutes to a wonderful beach, which more than made up for it. We would definitely come back anytime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2024
We are happy that you enjoyed yourself… We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again… Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

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

Super Cute & Cozy Cottage

We were in Fairhaven for work and so thankful we chose this adorable cottage. The “Captain” was very responsive to our questions & needs. The cottage was so comfortable and it’s probably one of the best stocked rentals we have ever stayed in. The home is very clean and comfortable, with beautiful & creative decorating. The street is quaint, quiet and you can even see the bay from the kitchen window. We absolutely LOVED our stay! I would highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2023
Thank you Lynn for the nice review that you left us… hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again… Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place in great location

Nice, well kept home. Special touches like a Keurig with cups and a shampoo dispenser in the shower. Well kept yard with lots of grass. Location in Fairhaven is close to so many things including West Island Beach, Fort Phoenix, & the ferry to Martha’s Vineyard. Shops around to pick up things like groceries and beach items. Highly recommend this home. It’s our 2nd time here and we are just as happy as the first time around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Thank you Logan for taking great care of our house… I appreciate it. Happy to hear that you and your family had a great time… You are always welcome…see you next year. We switched the loveseat to a a couch in the living room, so there is more seating area. Take care!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

betty p.

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

Peaceful get away

Absolutely adorable house quiet as we like and comfortable! We love that you have old memorabilia and history of fair haven. Books to read if you like to unwind and just relax with little treats for your group and a neurogenic with coffee. If you have a man cave buff or just want to hang out with some drinks at the bar in the Garage there’s a TV and juke box to enjoy as well! Can’t wait to come back as it’s also a great location between different towns to explore! Thank you for an Enjoyable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice house, even in bad weather

Easy communication with owner. We were hoping to kayak but caught unfortunate 3 days of cool rain and wind. Comfortable place to spend time, had everything we needed to kick back and relax. Owner offered late check out which we couldn’t accept but appreciate the gesture. Bigger than we needed(just two of us) would be great rental for family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2022
Thank you for staying with us. Wish you were able to kayak but glad you enjoyed our house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

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

Wonderful, cozy, peaceful New England getaway

The property is wonderful and located on a beautiful peaceful street. You can see the water from the house, but it's not immediately on the water, which is exactly what we preferred. The house is well-maintained, clean, updated, and cozy. The neighbors were friendly and welcoming. The kitchen was well-stocked with pantry items and cookware! We saved a ton of money by cooking most nights. The grocery store is minutes away. We were just minutes from the public beach and the property owners had a beach pass for guests to use. There are plenty of local restaurants and attractions; we went to Off the Hook (they have excellent ice cream!) and we toured downtown New Bedford and the whaling museum. It's an easy drive to Boston from Fairhaven. Overall, we had a fabulous time. The two suggestions that I have is to (1) add a larger couch or more sitting areas for the living room. We have a family of 6, and there were enough beds for us, but the living room only had comfortable seating for about 3 to 4 of us. (2) The other suggestion is to have blackout curtains in the bedrooms -- the sun rises very early in the summer and we like to sleep in, so it was very bright in the bedrooms. But honestly, those are minor suggestions and wouldn't impede us from renting this property again. Would 100% recommend! Thanks, Cheryl, for renting the house to us and for great communication!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stefanus V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leuke buurt en een charmant huis. Het huis was keurig schoon en het contact met de eigenaar is goed. Alles is aanwezig om er een heerlijke tijd te hebben. Minpuntjes vonden wij het smalle tweepersoonsbed en wat achterstallig onderhoud aan de gevel en ramen aan de buitenkant.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

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

Cute and well stocked cottage

Cozy cottage was cute, clean, and well stocked. The location was exactly what we wanted: close to not too crowded beaches, quiet area, no cape traffic. Easy drive to providence and the cape. We stayed with small children and brought our own travel cot. The nearest public beach was super for our small children to explore. A very relaxing stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by cheryl methia

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We are lifelong Fairhavenites, this home has been in our family and wonderfully kept for nearly 4 decades. We welcome guest and are here for you should you need our assistance. We are certain that you will enjoy you "The Captain's House' stay!

Why they chose this property

Relax in the serenity and color of Fall on the Bay at this elegant and tranquil bayside getaway. "The Captain's House" is a decorated peaceful retreat at Little Bay in Historic Fairhaven. An amazing water-view getaway close to New England Farms and leaf peeping, spectacular beaches, the finest in seafood, marina pubs, bike paths, walking trails and historic attractions. Martha's Vineyard is a fast ferry day trip away or a quiet Kayak trip is steps away. Relax and enjoy "The Captain's House"
Enjoy the "Boat House". Spin a classic tune on the Juke Box or watch "JAWS" from the DVD collection before you hit the beach (if you dare). Or belly up to the Captain's Bar and enjoy a cold one! The Captain and his crew hope that you enjoy your stay and will everything they can to assure a wonderful stay.

What makes this property unique

Beaches, Shopping, outdoor activities and exploring, the Southcoast of New England has so much to offer!

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