Coastal Cottage on Bike Path to South Beach, Edgartown, Katama Farm & Airfield

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Herring Moon Cottage from the private drive

Welcome! The bike path to South Beach and Edgartown is across the street

Looking from the Dining area into the Kitchen

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Edgartown, MA

South Beach5 min drive
Edgartown Lighthouse6 min drive
Lighthouse Beach7 min drive
Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)13 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

NEW JUNE RATES!
With beautiful vistas of Katama’s Waller Farm, steps to the bike path, and less than a mile walk/bike ride to South Beach, Herring Moon Cottage is a perfect setting for a magical beach vacation!

A charming, open, sun-lit cottage with two bedrooms, a full bath, great room, sun room and private deck with outdoor shower awaits your Island holiday. Turn left for South Beach (>1 mile) and right for town (1 ½ miles), both easily accessible on bicycle or by foot.

It’s less than a tenth of mile (5 minute walk) for a ride on a bi-plane at Katama Airfield or a meal at the restaurant there, and a short walk to Katama General Store with its welcoming porch and take out food. It is also a quick bike ride (4 minutes) to the Farm Institute for camp or food shopping, and it’s an easy walk or bike ride into Edgartown for restaurants, and shopping. The VTA, or Vineyard Transit Authority electric buses pass right by the house and can be waved down for a pick up and drop off. With our wonderful bus system, you can travel anywhere on the Island cheaply and safely. The addition of the electric buses has made them very quiet.

The cottage is cozy without feeling the least bit small. The bedrooms are newly decorated and have generous closets and new beds with all cotton bedding. The soaring ceiling and bright sun room are expansive while also providing a private retreat. There are games and books on hand to help you relax and unwind.

After the beach, enjoy the view from your private deck after your outdoor shower. It's not summer on the Island without an outdoor shower! There is a grill provided for your convenience.

Your hosts are an Island author and an charter fisherman, who are dedicated to making your vacation a success, without being obtrusive. Your cottage has it's own driveway, private entrance, front deck and private back deck and outdoor shower. They are more than happy to help you plan your vacation or just leave you alone!

Every guest will take home a signed copy of The Legend of Katama, the Wampanoag Creation Story of Dolphins to commemorate your Katama visit, and you might end up with some home-baked bread or bagels during your stay!

Property manager

Stacy Nickerson-Hall

Amenities

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Breakfast available

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property registration number C0141140890

We should mention

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

About the area

Edgartown

This guesthouse is located in Katama, a neighbourhood in Edgartown, and is in a rural area and by the sea. Vincent House Museum and Cottage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal and Oak Bluffs Harbor. Travelling with kids? Consider Oak Bluffs Fishing Pier and Island Cove Miniature Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Edgartown, MA

What's nearby

South Beach - 5 min drive
Edgartown Lighthouse - 6 min drive
Lighthouse Beach - 7 min drive
Inkwell Beach - 13 min drive
Katama Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

Seafood Shanty - 6 min drive
19 Raw Oyster Bar - 5 min drive
Wharf Pub & Restaurant - 5 min drive
Kitchen Porch - 13 min drive
Espresso Love - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Cottage on Bike Path to South Beach, Edgartown, Katama Farm & Airfield pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Cottage on Bike Path to South Beach, Edgartown, Katama Farm & Airfield?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Cottage on Bike Path to South Beach, Edgartown, Katama Farm & Airfield?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Cottage on Bike Path to South Beach, Edgartown, Katama Farm & Airfield located?

This family-friendly Edgartown guesthouse is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of South Beach, Norton Point Beach and Vincent House Museum. Old Whaling Church and Edgartown Public Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chloe L.

21 Aug 2022

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

Perfect location for beach and town

We adored our stay in this charming cottage. All the comforts of home, accessible to South Beach/Katama and Edgartown. A perfect little jewel!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Otis M.

23 Aug 2021

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

Great location. Wonderful hosts. Lovely place.

Looking forward to a future visit.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

30 June 2021

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

cute cottage in perfect location

We had an amazing week in MV staying here in the perfect location- a close bike ride to South Beach and downtown Edgartown. Stacy and Bob were kind, welcoming, and accommodating by allowing us to check-in a bit earlier and even providing some baby toys for our infant. They even offered homemade bagels, which sounded delicious but we unfortunately were not around to try. The apartment did have some ants inside, which is hard to control in the summer months, and some pet hair on the pillows and headboard in the main room, but these were not really in their control. We would absolutely love to stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

31 Aug 2020

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

Great Spot Near Best Beach

We had a great visit to Martha's Vineyard and a fantastic stay at this well appointed cottage. The location is excellent - close to the best beach on the island and with access to bike and walking paths. Loved the outdoor shower and the cottage was comfortable and outfitted with everything we needed. Hosts were available if needed but otherwise gave us the privacy we were looking for! Lovely property overall. Would stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

8 Aug 2018

Just perfect! Quaint cottage in my favorite part of the island. Close to South Beach and Edgartown.

The cottage is fully equipped with everything we needed. We love the outdoor shower and it was very clean. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Stacy Nickerson-Hall

Stacy and Bob welcome you to your first vacation at Herring Creek Cottage! It was our dream to buy a home with a Guest House in Katama, close to our favorite beaching and fishing haunts, and in 2018 it finally happened. We are excited to make you very comfortable during your stay in our lovely new cottage!
We are Islanders: Stacy is a 4th generation Edgartownian, and Bob has been living here for 25 years. Stacy is a former teacher and a children's book author, having written two Island children's books. She is a board member and weigh station staffer for the Martha's Vineyard Blue and Bass Derby, an Island institution, held each year from mid-September until mid-October, and she can't wait for the next Derby! Bob is an award winning fisher and shore fishing guide (after many years as charter fisherman out of Edgartown Harbor), and an accomplished cook and musician. He is available for guided fishing excursions and will prepare your fishing or shell-fishing catch for you! We have lots of experience in creating memorable vacations and are happy to share our knowledge with you.

Why they chose this property

Stacy says:
Katama is, for us, the most beautiful part of Martha's Vineyard. With its flat plains leading to South Beach and its easy proximity to downtown Edgartown, it is the perfect location to live and vacation. As a child, my mother used to tell us all of the old Island stories, but her favorite was always the legend of Katama, the story of a young woman and her courageous independence. When I was 12, I decided that if I ever had a daughter, I would name her Katama, which I did. I loved this story so much that I went on to write and publish the children's book, THE LEGEND OF KATAMA which tells the Wampanoag Creation Story of Dolphins. A lifelong Edgartown girl, I have always wanted to live "down Katama," and I am excited to share our new cottage with you!

Bobby says:
I love being able to take my truck right out to Norton Point where I fish the early mornings. Easy access from our house to fish.

What makes this property unique

What we love about our cottage is its easy living feeling: roomy and comfortable with soaring open space as well as private places to curl up and dream. The deck overlooks the old Waller Farm, which is now Edgartown Conservation area, and it is in part a working farm. It is pastoral and very relaxing, with walking trails just through the field. The deck and outdoor shower make it the perfect place to stay near the beach, and the nearby bike path makes it easy to explore both town and beach.

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