Captain Shaw Norris House

Historic, dog-friendly beach view house with fast WiFi, ocean view, & grill
Historic, dog-friendly beach view house with fast WiFi, ocean view, & grill
Historic, dog-friendly beach view house with fast WiFi, ocean view, & grill

House in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

Guests
11 Guests
Bedrooms
6 Bedrooms
Bathrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets allowed
Pets allowed

Locally Owned & Operated

Martha's Vineyard

Martha's Vineyard

Casago Franchise Owner

Locally Owned & Operated
Rating4.44

What our guests are saying...

AI-generated from guest reviews for this property

Captain Shaw Norris House is a spacious, well-appointed home that is especially well suited for large groups and family gatherings, with a flexible layout that allows guests to be together while still enjoying separate living areas. The home is described as comfortable, clean, and thoughtfully updated, with modernized bathrooms, an upgraded kitchen, and inviting indoor and outdoor spaces. Its location is highly convenient, offering easy access to beaches, shops, restaurants, nearby towns, and local transit while still feeling private and secluded. The rooftop deck is a standout feature, praised for beautiful water views, spectacular sunsets, and an ideal setting for relaxing and outdoor meals. Guests also appreciated the well-stocked kitchen, deck areas, outdoor space, and pet-friendly accommodations. Overall, Captain Shaw Norris House is presented as a beautiful and welcoming property that met guests’ needs and inspired many to recommend a return stay.

Overview

Don't miss your chance to book this incredible historic beach view home, originally built in 1859, boasting modern amenities and a to-die-for rooftop deck. The three-story home in East Chop features ocean views and abundant private outdoor space. Choose between beachcombing on the sand or admiring the water from home.

Enjoy al fresco meals at the outdoor dining table atop the house. The open kitchen is ideal for cooking as it's completely updated with gorgeous white cabinets, recessed lighting, a farmhouse sink, and high-end stainless steel appliances. The formal dining area provides an all-season option for hosting group dinners. Although the home has undergone renovations for your comfort, it retained its charm by keeping fun elements like the blue hardwood floors.

As evening approaches, make sure you don't miss the stunning display of the sunset over the ocean. For nighttime ambience, gather around the firepit on the roof or the one on the enclosed patio.

WHAT’S NEARBY

AttractionDistance from home
Flying Horses Carousel1.4 Miles
Oak Bluffs, MA1.4 Miles
Martha Vinyard Ferry at The Island1.5 Miles
Vineyard Haven2.1 Miles
Lighthouse Beach8.0 Miles
Spohr Gardens12.6 Miles
Town Of Falmouth Beach Department13.3 Miles
Highfield Hall & Gardens14.0 Miles

THINGS TO KNOW

  • This home is equipped with an outdoor shower.
  • Streaming services are available with guests' accounts.
  • Twelve beach chairs are available for guest use.
  • Children’s toys, books, and games are available for guest use.

You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.

Amenities

Central AC
Central AC
Gas grill
Gas grill
Beach access
Beach access
Waterfront
Waterfront
Water view
Water view
Cable
Cable
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer
Washer/dryer
Space heater
Space heater
Fireplace
Fireplace
Internet
Internet
Iron
Iron
Microwave
Microwave
Patio
Patio
Dog-friendly
Dog-friendly
Ocean view
Ocean view
Stove
Stove
TV
TV

Sleeping Arrangements

Bedroom 1

sleeps 2

Beds
1 queen bed

Bedroom 2

sleeps 2

Beds
1 double bed

Bedroom 3

sleeps 1

Beds
1 twin bed

Bedroom 4

sleeps 2

Beds
1 queen bed

Bedroom 5

sleeps 2

Beds
1 queen bed

Bedroom 6

sleeps 2

Beds
1 queen bed

Location

Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, Home

(Exact address will be provided after booking)

Location

Rating

4.44
18 reviews
5 Star
56%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
11%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Laura S2025-07-27

A great home with a roof deck offering beautiful sunsets and a quick walk to several small beaches. The house was large and comfortable for our family vacation. It is equipped with most things you need to cook, relax and beach! We would definitely recommend it for family gatherings. Situated only a mile or so from Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs. We will be back for sure!

Frank C2025-06-21

We had 8 adults and a baby and the house was a perfect size for us - could easily accommodate more. Nice features and location. Several of the key amenities were missing/not working. The roofdeck firepit did not work which was disappointing in the cool evenings. The 12 beach chairs advertised were not there, nor beach towels. 3 of the bathroom towel racks/rings could not hold a towel without falling off. Kitchen tools were spare and no wine glasses in a house on Martha's Vineyard! The roofdeck grill was dirty from use but we bought a grill brush and did it ourselves. Only way to communicate issues was through chatbot with limited results - we ended up getting beach towels, but nothing else was addressed while we were there.

Pamela C2025-06-15

House is charming. Several items need repair. Didn’t respond quick enough to get issue resolved. A whole day wasted the other day rained all day.

Margaret S2025-06-08

This is a fabulously well appointed home! My family enjoyed our stay while attending my niece’s wedding!! The proximity to everything we needed and all of the sites we needed to visit enabled us to enjoy our time there! I recommend this home!! Thank you!

Jennifer G2024-09-22

Plenty of room for the 9/10 people. The kitchen was very nice as well as all the bathrooms. Convenient location and great upper deck views.

Lee B2024-08-04

The house was spacious and very clean. Although it has age the bathrooms and kitchen are modernized and recently renovated. Located equidistant from oak bluffs and vineyard haven. Ed, the owner, was attentive and responsive to our needs

$1120
avg / night
Rating4.44

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