| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 54 positive, 0 negative]
|
| 09/07/09 |
Positive
|
The Historic Arcade is one the best places to stay in Martha's Vineyard. I've been renting unit #1 for the past 4 summers and have always had a terrfic stay, the people watching from the balcony is amazing! The apartment couldn't be closer to all the amenties of Oak Bluffs, everything is steps away.
The place is taken care of with great love and I love seeing all the new updates that are added each year.
Looking foward to next year! |
| |
Brooke Wire, Somerville, MA |
|
| 07/12/09 |
Positive
|
This is our 5th year staying in Oak Bluffs and 31 Circuit ave. We continue to choose this location and apartment due to the convenience of the location and exceptional amenities this apartment has to offer. You really never have to walk far whether the beach, groceries & shopping is your destination it’s all centrally located.
Look forward to another year
|
| |
Anonymous |
|
| 06/17/09 |
Positive
|
his two-bedroom apartment is located in the heart of Oak Bluffs, just a short walk from the ferry terminal and beach and only steps from the Tabernacle and cottage community. The apartment is spacious, immaculate, and fully equipped for a vacation stay. A full second-story covered porch allows for unlimited "people watching".
If you can tolerate the street noise, and occasional music from downstairs, this is the perfect location to enjoy Oak Bluffs and Martha's Vineyard. |
| |
Anonymous |
|
Homeowner Response:
Just clarifying that the guest is referring to Unit #1 on the second floor which is closest to the street with one of the best "people watching" spots in town. Other units have less street sounds.
|
|
| 06/12/09 |
Positive
|
| Great condo in a great location with easy access to restaurants, grocery store, beach, shopping. Clean apartment and well kept. The owner is easily reach by phone if there are any issues or a question regarding check in/out time. There is no need for a car- the Vineyard busses are just a couple minute walk away. Sharkys restaurant that is just below the condo has great mexican food. |
| |
Anonymous |
|
| 06/08/09 |
Positive
|
Charming bright loft apartment with two (!) private porches and windows with sea view. The living room is lovely, flooded with light, with a high ceiling - somehow this doesn't come across on the picture very well, but trust me.
The main bedroom is light and cosy & lovely; everything well taken care of and well-equipped. Great shower; nice, clean, fully-equipped kitchen. The second bedroom is a loft which our kids loved - but neither the loft nor the porches would work for small children, say 5 or under).
The house is a historic building with a lot of character - watch out for the amazing staircase in the entrance hall!; The building is right on the historic main street, and you can sit on the porch and watch people in the street below. On the other hand, the bedroom and main porch face onto the quiet gingerbread houses framed by trees, so it all feels terribly idyllic to the city dweller....
Great for families - sandy beaches with magic shells ready for the picking a 5 minute walk away; the Flying Horse Caroussel ditto; lots of green space where even small children can roam freely 2 mins. away. Plenty of eateries and enough good ice cream places to try a new one every day.
We were charmed and completely won over. The kids wanted to move in permanently, and so did we, actually.
|
| |
Anonymous |
|
| 05/23/09 |
Positive
|
| Just recently spent a great weekend on Oak Bluffs at the Arcade building in apt #1. Thanks Larry for getting the unit ready for our stay. Everything was clean and neat and the unit was very spacious and comfortable. You couldn't ask for a better in-town location in OB. We will definately be back. Thanks again Larry for a pleasant and hassle free vacation. |
| |
Anonymous, East Bridgewater MA |
|
| 10/20/08 |
Positive
|
Larry,
Just wanted to let you know we had a great time in your unit during our stay in September. We LOVED the huge deck facing the street and the central location of the house(right in the middle of the action). We came over on the ferry and relied on public transit system. Totally easy - no car required! As for the unit, it was perfect. Very obvious that the building is well cared for; it was immaculate from the foyer all the way to the very back of the cabinets! One word of advice for future renters: since unit 1 is kind of above Sharky's(YUM!), a little noise can be heard at night. Easily remedied by running the fan on the AC unit. We slept like rocks after figuring that out. Again, thanks for the great weekend - we couldn't have asked for better accommodations and look forward to coming back next year! |
| |
Adrienne, Wilmington, DE
|
|
| 10/02/08 |
Positive
|
This is our second year year staying in Unit #3 and as always it was a great weekend!
Thanks Larry! |
| |
Thistle Cousin's, Abington, MA |
|
| 09/12/08 |
Positive
|
The penthouse was a very groovy pad for this trio. It was quite obvious even to the most non-discerning eye that you had taken great pains to take excellent care of it. It had been noticeably modernized, beautifully maintained, and kept very clean.
Larry, this was hands down the best family vacation we have ever had, even better than that in Bora Bora! We felt right at home because of all the creature comforts and all the conveniences available to us right at our fingertips. The convenience of a grocery store directly across the street was unequivocally invaluable since cooking for our toddler was a necessity as restaurant food did not always appeal to her developing palate. Conveniences extended to knowing we could satisfy our very late night munchies with great Mexican food from downstairs, to not having to rent a car every day due to easy accessibility of the very reliable VTA buses, to all the unexpected bathroom amenities, to the beds being very comfortable, matching the very comfort of the whole apartment and its location and environs. This list is as bottomless as Linda Jean’s Restaurant’s bottomless coffee, so I’ll have to stop now! The serene sunrise reflecting off the calm, cool waters every morning was the icing on this swell cake.
Thank you so much for your generous hospitality! |
| |
three hep cats in nyc
|
|
| 09/04/08 |
Positive
|
| We stayed in unit #3 in July and had a great time. The unit had supplied so many more things than expected. Great location for kids. Always something to do...Lots of restaurants close and a market across the street. Coming back for 2 weeks in 09. |
| |
monika, Newark, DE |
|
| 08/30/08 |
Positive
|
| My husband and I just returned from a week's stay in unit #1. Our vacation could not have been more perfect, everything I was hoping it would be. The in-town location is perfect for those who do not wish to rely on a car. The unit was stocked with all the essentials, and was very clean. We loved sitting on the huge deck facing the street, eating lunch, and peoplewatching. We will definately be back next year. |
| |
Megan, Kew Gardens, NY |
|
| 08/17/08 |
Positive
|
Our family with teen-agers spent a week in Apt 3
and enjoyed the convenience of the in-town
location with an easy walk to the beach. Circuit Ave.
and the parking lot behind the building can get
very noisy at times, but we live in a very rural area
so didn't mind being in the thick of things. We
biked all over the island and only used our car once
to take a day trip down the beautiful Long Point
conservation area. We'll be back! |
| |
Anonymous, Shutesbury, MA
|
|
| 07/21/08 |
Positive
|
| Our family of five stayed in unit 1 for a week. There is a BR with a queen bed, perfect for the parents, and another BR with a double and a twin bed, perfect for our 3 kids. The LR is spacious and comfortable. The kitchen has everything you need, so does the bathroom, down to the towel hooks for everyone. Nothing beats the deck with BBQ, table, and chairs. Well thought through apartment, fresh and clean, for a relaxing stay in the heart of town, close to everything. There is no parking included, but we always found a space a block away or so, even in the busiest season! Our kids loved the freedom to explore the shops and to have access to entertainment (arcades, carousel) in a safe environment. We will definitely be back!!! |
| |
Berit, Boston, MA |
|
| 07/21/08 |
Positive
|
| We really enjoyed our stay in Marth's Vineyard and in this unit. Great location, and very comfortably furnished. |
| |
Laurie Pierce, Dallas, Texas |
|
| 06/26/08 |
Positive
|
| I rented unit #3 for 3 nights/4 days and absolutely loved it! I invited 2 other friends to join me and we had a wonderful time. I have rented houses on MV island before but this was the first time I rented a condo in town. It was a different type of vacation but exciting just the same. The condo looks very new and the decor is tasteful and simple. It has a great grill and two decks (front and side). No car needed!! The landlord is very ressponive to any issues which arise. Hope you decide to stay here!! Enjoy! |
| |
Donna, Cambridge, MA
|
|
| 06/17/08 |
Positive
|
| We stayed in Unit 1 and had a blast. It was so fun after a day at the beach to come back and have cocktail hour people watching on the deck. All the shops and restaurants were within walking distance which was great. A definite must stay! |
| |
Alicia, Wallingford, CT |
|
| 06/10/08 |
Positive
|
| Unit 3 in the Historic Arcade Building was a beautiful, more-than-comfortable space to spend a week. It is a very sunny apartment with two decks: one to view the street and the ocean; and another for a more serene place to eat, relax, or entertain. We brought bikes, which made the trip even more fun. |
| |
Anonymous, Cambridge, MA |
|
| 06/08/08 |
Positive
|
| We stayed in Unit 1 and we loved it! Very comfortable with all the amenities and the location of the building is central to all things in Oak Bluffs. Right around the corner from the Tabernacle, right across the street from the grocery store, a block away from Ocean Park & the beach. And the shopping...fugetaboudit! Spent way too much time & dinero in those great little boutiques and stores. I'm looking forward to coming back next year. |
| |
Evelyn, Bloomfield, CT
|
|
| 11/05/07 |
Positive
|
| Each year is nicer than the year before, and being in an in-town location has so many benefits. It feels like being at the center of the action (from a locational perspective) while being in a well-appointed sanctuary. Our 4-yr-old already has fond memories of MV based on what she calls "the apartment". |
| |
Nicole Gray-Chan, Montclair, NJ
|
|
| 10/18/07 |
Positive
|
| My cousins and I spent a long weekend in Unit #3 in the middle of September and it was absolutly wonderful! The Unit was a pleasant surprise wiht 2 balconies and an adorable loft! Perefect for a group of girls...thanks again! |
| |
Thistle Cousins, Abington, MA
|
|
| 10/18/07 |
Positive
|
| My husband and I recently honeymooned in Apt. 1 in the Arcade Building. This is a great unit, because you have the fab grill on the fab deck. We could people watch, cook dinner, have breakfast and watch the sunset which is breath taking. The building itself is comfortable and cozy and extremely well taken care of. The Vineyard itself is an amazing place to be. Make sure to check out Lola's for some great R&B and Jazz music and Smokin Bones for ribs to die for! |
| |
Vanessa Scott & Dennis Woodbury, Boston, MA
|
|
| 10/15/07 |
Positive
|
#3 is a fun, unique space offering privacy, space, and
a bird's eye view of Oak Bluffs. We also enjoyed the
convenient location for swimming, eating and
shopping.
|
| |
Anonymous, NY, NY |
|
| 09/27/07 |
Positive
|
| We spent a week in Unit 3 in September 2007 and it was totally fabulous. The apartment is spacious, comfortable, well-equipped and quiet. Being downtown was incredibly convenient. I highly recommend it. |
| |
Meredith, Gloucester, Mass. |
|
| 08/10/07 |
Positive
|
| We just returned from a stay in Unit 1 and found it to be a delight! Not only was the unit spacious, comfortable, and lovely, but it had a wonderful view for people watching from the balcony. The location was ideal! We walked to the beach, restaurants, shops, and the Tabernacle for several nights entertainment. Can't wait to come back! |
| |
Nichole Clarke, Salem, MA
|
|
| 08/06/07 |
Positive
|
| We stayed in apartment #3 for a weekend in June. The apartment was great, location is ideal - on Circuit Ave and close to the ferry and beach. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Vineyard. |
| |
Christine, South Bosotn, MA
|
|
| 08/05/07 |
Positive
|
| Unit 1 was great, spacious and comfortable. The balcony was a plus - it was nice to sit and watch the world pass by. Parking wasn't too much hassle. Highly recommended and we will use it again. |
| |
David, Dallas lake, Wolcottville, IN
260-854-4714 |
|
| 06/27/07 |
Positive
|
| Everything was perfect. I liked unit #1 even more then unit #3. It was more like being home, and on vacation at the same time. I didn't want to leave. Thanks again! I'm hoping to stay again before too long. |
| |
Bill , Ventnor City, New Jersey
|
|
| 06/18/07 |
Positive
|
| Apartment #3 was perfect! We had a wonderful week in June, right in the middle of everything! The apartment is convenient to bike rentals, Edgartown, Vineyard Haven, the bus stop, the shops, and the lovely carousel. What a clean and comfortable place to stay, with every convenience you can think of. Best of all, you are across the street from back door donuts!!!! |
| |
Anne Mack, Stuart, FL
|
|
| 06/18/07 |
Positive
|
Hi Larry,
We've just returned from the Vineyard and had a great time! We stayed in unit #1 which was spacious and spotlessly clean. It was nice being able to walk to everything and not to have to drive! We enjoyed people watching and grilling on the front porch. We'd previously stayed in Unit #3 a couple of years ago and enjoyed that as well, instead of people watching, we had a view of the ocean. You can't go wrong either way!!
Thanks again, we're hoping we can make it every year!
|
| |
Amber, Matt and Darian, Rumford, RI |
|
| 05/29/07 |
Positive
|
Dear Larry, We had a wonderful time at The Arcade.
We enjoyed sitting on the porch of #3 watching the
shoppers walk by and seeing the stars at night. It was
so convenient to be able to get good coffee and fresh
bagels and donuts across the street. The apartment
was clean, comfortable and well-equipped. We hope to
return! |
| |
Anonymous, Acton, MA |
|
| 10/31/06 |
Positive
|
Hello Larry,
My wife and I stayed in your appartment on the top floor September 17 - 24. We realy liked just about all of it, partucularly that there were lots´of space, neat and clean and, of course, close to everything. The nice living will contribute to our efforts to come back another time!
Regards,
Sickan and Mikael |
| |
Mikael Haggstrom, Alingsas, Sweden
0046322-14145 |
|
| 10/02/06 |
Positive
|
Great sleeping in #2. Very convenient to the beach,
restaurants and all shopping. A special place. |
| |
Allan, NYC |
|
| 09/07/06 |
Positive
|
Thank you Larry for another great stay on the Martha's
Vineyard- we were in Unit 2 this time, which was
perfect for the four of us. Especially enjoyed the deck
on our one good day of weather. Hope to return again
soon, thanks! |
| |
Jim, Cambridge, MA
|
|
| 08/04/06 |
Positive
|
| Thanks, Larry, for a trouble-free vacation rental. The apartment (unit #2) was clean and comfortably slept 4 adults. Wonderfully located in the heart of the action in Oak Bluffs. Easy walk to every amenity. The deck was perfect for our morning coffee! Terrific value for the dollar. Thanks! |
| |
Anonymous, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada |
|
| 07/11/06 |
Positive
|
| Hi Larry just wanted to let you know that the two weeks we stayed in apt. 2 was really great. It was everything you said it would be and more. The deck was a plus and was used everyday. There was so much to do and see and all within walking distance. Hope to see you next year. |
| |
Nancy Johnson, E. Providence R.I.
|
|
| 07/10/06 |
Positive
|
Hello Larry,
Just posting you a quick note thanking you once again! Last year we stayed in unit #3 this year #2. Everything as usual was perfect. This year we brought our newborn son and the accommodations couldn't have been better. See you next year!
|
| |
Darren, boston, MA
|
|
| 07/10/06 |
Positive
|
| We stayed at the arcade building (unit 3) over Memorial Day weekend and really enjoyed it. Great location, right in the middle of Circuit Ave and close enough to the other towns to easily explore the whole island. Great price for the accommodations, would definitely recommended to future travelers. Larry is very accommodating and a pleasure to work with. |
| |
Samia Hopson, Wilmington, DE
|
|
| 09/13/05 |
Positive
|
| My friends and I stayed here in june 2005 and it was wonderful. The location is one of the best in town. Everything is within walking distance. The apartment was just as he described it. We can't wait to visit again. |
| |
shantel campbell, philadelphia pa
2154770549 |
|
| 09/07/05 |
Positive
|
| We had a wonderful time on the Island- the apartment was conviently located in the heart of Oaks Bluffs walking distance from the ferry , great restaurants and the beach...we had a large terrace where we could eat in private seclusion our meals and the dog had a great time too while in the midst of the city....can definetly recommend it .....there is something for everyone.... |
| |
Iris, New York City |
|
| 07/24/05 |
Positive
|
| Stayed in unit#3 during the third week in July. It is very clean and modern, with a great view of Circuit Ave, and the harbor. 24 hour parking is available along the seawall and all you have to do is is walk across the park to get there. Downstairs there is a great Mexican restaurant right on the first floor named Sharkey. Good food at a great price. Larry gives you the chance to have a nice Vineyard vacation at a good price. My family was very impressed at how much i paid for a week there. Paid $2000 dollars for a place that wasn't even as good as this one. Plan on rerenting. |
| |
Peter, Lowell, MA
9784460147 |
|
| 07/20/05 |
Positive
|
Thanks so much. As you stated the Arcade was close to everything...the beach, stores etc.
We loved the apartment, multiple decks and the cool loft.
We had a great time and can't wait to head back next year
Darren Tow |
| |
Anonymous, Newton, MA
|
|
| 06/21/05 |
Positive
|
| This place was perfect for our family of four. We had a great week here. As promised, we could easily walk to the beach, restaurants, and shops. We loved hearing the ocean as we slept at night! Thank you!!! |
| |
Lee & Leigh Oesterling, Columbus, Ohio
|
|
| 06/01/05 |
Positive
|
The apartment was perfect for our early
May vacation with its midtown location
and two sunny decks. It was well
equipped and very close to shops and
restaurants which were just a few
minutes walk away. Biking was great on
the wide bike paths. |
| |
ken , Durham, NH |
|
| 10/21/04 |
Positive
|
Had a great week on Martha's Vineyard. I've been
visiting in the fall for close to 20 years but this was
the first time I've stayed at 31 Circuit. Was in the
top floor unit and really enjoyed the arrangements.
It's a fun place, architecturally speaking, for anyone
into that. Located close to everything you'd need,
especially Linda Jean's and Reliable Market, not to
mention Ben and Bill's.
I'd rent it again.
|
| |
Ron, Arlington, MA |
|
| 09/28/04 |
Positive
|
| Just returned from a most enjoyable stay at The Arcard (unit 2). The owner was most clear and candid on the amenitites and this was a grand opportunity to have splendid accomodations in center of Oak Bluffs (best city/village on island)and just enjoy the amenitites. Highly recommend. |
| |
Roger White, Finksburg, MD
|
|
| 09/14/04 |
Positive
|
I rented from you this past summer and unless I'm able to buy I will be returning to your place (The Arcade)every time I return to the Vineyard. The loaction was perfect everyone was able to go out on there own and enjoy themselves, thanks to the location. I'm wondering if you rent throughout the year, I would like to come out for a weekend.
See you soon
Chris
|
| |
Chris, Providence,RI
Brown |
|
| 09/13/04 |
Positive
|
| It was a last minute girl weekend and the perfect place for us to walk in and out, giggle and enjoy all of the active areas without driving. We loved it. I would like to bring the rest of the family up to enjoy this; perfect for teenagers and adults. Larry was very warm and addressed our needs. Very nice stay. |
| |
Jeannine, West Hartford, CT
860-232-3976 |
|
| 09/12/04 |
Positive
|
My friends and I LOVED the apartment at 31 Circuit. We have been coming to the island for 15 years and have wasted time and money in the overpriced hotels. Larry and company have a wonderful place, well kept and convenient. I can't wait for next year.
thanx Larry,
Greg Ingram |
| |
greg ingram, roselle, new jersey
|
|
| 08/25/04 |
Positive
|
| We loved staying at this apartment (unit 2). It was so comfortable and surprisingly quiet for being right in the middle of Circuit Ave. The fresh flower vendor right below helped us make it truly feel like "home." It was very difficult to leave. I was worried that parking might be an issue, but we had no trouble finding an available spot further up Circuit. We absolutely loved this place and will never stay any place else when visiting the Vineyard. Larry was a pleasure to deal with. THANK YOU! |
| |
Amy Nelson, Buffalo, NY |
|
| 07/31/04 |
Positive
|
| The apartment was perfect. Since this was our first visit to the Vineyard I researched rentals for several months. The location is perfect for our active family and the ammenities provided in the apartment were wonderful. It was truly a relaxing vacation by not having to drive or decide where and what to do. You just open the door and it is all there! We loved the view and the easy access to the busses. While we were there, we looked at other rentals and locations and we found nothing that we liked better. We will deffinately be back next summer. Thanks for your incredibly clean and charming accomodations. |
| |
Traci, Cincinnati,Ohio |
|
| 07/29/04 |
Positive
|
Great place. Perfect for kids (even wee
ones) -- walking distance to food and
shops, the beach, the carousel and lots and
lots of ice cream; and a short drive to the
best beach for kids on the island. Has
everything you need. |
| |
Djuna Perkins, Boston, MA
|
|
| 07/19/04 |
Positive
|
| Just wanted to say thanks for the great rental. Everything was perfect. The apartment, furnishings and location were just what we wanted. We hope to be back every year! |
| |
Anonymous, Franklin, MA
|
|
| 06/23/04 |
Positive
|
We just wanted to thank you again for the use of the apt. It was so charming. Everything was so quaint and just made you feel at home. The location couldn't have been any better! You really keep everything so neat and clean for your guests. I am quite sure you will be hearing from us or myself again in the future for another getaway.
|
| |
alycia, Rhode Island |
|
| 03/26/04 |
Positive
|
I have been visiting Cape Cod and the Islands for years and your apartment ranks as my #1 place to stay. The accomodations were perfect and the views from your decks divine. I so enjoyed reading the newpaper from the top deck, watching the shoppers below and taking in all the sounds of island life. Your apartment is conveniently located, so important when you have children in tow. The proximity to beaches and downtown make it an ideal place for a family vacation.
My family and I will definately return, we look forward to staying there this summer. Thank you!!
Anne B.
|
| |
Anne B., Cambridge, MA |
|
| 07/16/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We're getting married here in CT on the 23rd and
heading out to your place on the 24th. It was the 1st
vacation spot we took together when we first started
dating in 1998 and then we found your place in
2001...needless to say, you have customers for life!
Thanks again,
|
| |
Lisa D.
Milford, MA
|
|