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The 1720 House

Property class: 2.5

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A white house with a star on the front, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with flowers and a picket fence. - The 1720 House (Vineyard Haven)
A white sign with the text "The 1720 House" hanging above a white fence, surrounded by lush green foliage and pink roses. - The 1720 House (Vineyard Haven)
A small wooden table with a lace doily, a vase of pink tulips, a travel guide, and a wicker basket. - The 1720 House (Vineyard Haven)
A cozy room with wicker furniture, a glass table with a vase of flowers, and a view through large windows. - The 1720 House (Vineyard Haven)
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You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The 1720 House. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

View all photos for The Lincoln Room

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a dresser, a window with blinds, and a framed portrait on the wall.

The Lincoln Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Brown Room, Shared Bathroom (with Blue Room)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

The Brown Room, Shared Bathroom (with Blue Room)

  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Bedroom (The Yellow Room)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Room, 1 Bedroom (The Yellow Room)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A four-poster canopy bed with floral bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and framed floral artwork on the walls.

The Garden Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for The Americana Room

A traditional bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall hanging.

The Americana Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for The Blue Room, Shared Bathroom (with Brown Room)

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

The Blue Room, Shared Bathroom (with Brown Room)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Vineyard Haven, The 1720 House is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Inkwell Beach and Cape Cod Beaches can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Island Cove Adventures and Flying Horses Carousel are also worth visiting. Visit our Vineyard Haven travel guide
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152 Main Street, Vineyard Haven, MA, 02568

What's nearby

  • Vineyard Haven Public Library
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Martha's Vineyard Film Center
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Tisbury Town Beach
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Martha's Vineyard Museum
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Nancy's
    6 min drive
  • The Black Dog - Bakery Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Cumberland Farms
    8 min walk
  • Rocco's Pizzeria
    12 min walk
  • Portuguese-American Club
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 7 are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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
Tax ID - C0011402960
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Children 7 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The 1720 House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The 1720 House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The 1720 House?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The 1720 House located?

Situated near the beach, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Vineyard Haven Public Library, Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce, and Vineyard Haven Terminal. Tisbury Town Beach and Martha's Vineyard Film Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The 1720 House Reviews

6.8

7.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

7.0

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

4/10 Poor

norman

Disliked: Staff & service
Overpriced dirty rundown great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

john

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just ok, but over priced. And pushing two single mattresses together to create the illusion of a king bed was really awkward. Also, the garden needs a gardner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

DON'T STAY HERE

We didn't have a pleasant experience. The host was rude, submissive and paid no attention to us. We were served toast, yogurt and berries for breakfast. She made a pot of coffee. For my first cup, it was only filled a quarter of the way up. Instead of brewing another pot, she told me that was it and couldn't have anymore. Airlines give more coffee than that! Couldn't have cared less that we were staying there. The host was also impossible to get a hold of.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
BEWARE don’t ignore the bad reviews, pick somewhere else to stay so you don’t ruin your stay. The entire house smells like mold because the rugs have not been cleaned in 40 years. Our sheets had holes, towels were stained, A/C was 40 yrs old, TV did not work. Owner was too cheap to turn on the ice maker when we turned it on she shut it off. Bed was awful, a cheep styrofoam topper was on the bed to hide how old the mattress was. We lost sleep, it ruined our entire trip. The owner purposely serves the worst breakfast so you go somewhere else. Breakfast is plain yogurt, toast and coffee. Owner could actually get fresh pastries delivered from town like most nice B&Bs but she is too cheep. She will not even use the money you pay her to buy new sheets and towels. Vineyard Haven is a dry town no bars, you can only get alcohol with dinner, stay in Oak Bluffs for Edgartown instead.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At Over 300 Years Old It's got Character There's Nothing Not to like😎
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people that ran the B&B were exceptionally friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pete

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and great location in correlation to Oak Bluffs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Only stay if desperate. And don’t mind a rude lady

We only needed a room for a night that was decently priced. We have a newborn who is literally the best baby that you could possibly take on trips. Doesn’t really cry, sleeps almost through the night. So we looked all over this ended up just being available and 249. Our friends dropped us off, I found keys on the table with my name on it perfect. Then I walked outside told my boyfriend and friends we were all set. Baby is sleeping in his car seat mind you on the front steps In front of the door to go Into the house. ( visuals for this is needed) I turn back around as to see a lady opening up the main door in the house in her bath robe saying “ hi can I help you......” while I have the keys in my hand. I say “ hi my name is Kalin. Then then was confused as to why i was staying here, and we to how long since I had a baby with me apparently she doesn’t like kids unless they are over the age of 7. No where did it state that when I was booking. And then Pointed to my child and called it a “ that with a long pause baby ” and she then rudely asked if I had diapers for him (obviously) I said “yes I even have a bed for him.“ She then said our room was upstairs to the right. She then told me she can only serve us coffee and tea, and yogurt because of a Covid. Size of room fine, even fit our pack n play comfortably in there. THEN my boyfriend was In the showers and I found two spiders on our bedding, that matched the sheets! Then one IN the bed, two more in the room and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn keeper was very accommodating to us, letting us park our car on her property the night before we even checked in! The property itself was lovely, & despite it being an antique home, our room was very comfortable with all expected amenities. The location is very convenient for walking into town as desired. We were very pleased with our stay & would not hesitate to return on our next visit to MV.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Step Back in Time!

Wonderful historic home in a lovely residential area of Main Street. Warm and inviting. Close to the ferry and all the attractions. Generous continental breakfast served. Very easy stroll to town!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Brian

Disliked: Staff & service
Cheapest rooms on MV. Quaint old victorian home. Inn keeper, was often confused and intoxicated...very weird encounters when arrived and one evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked this place last minute during a busy weekend in August, a hidden gem! It’s a charming B&B two minutes from town and all the Vineyard Haven attractions. Our room was clean, quaint and cute! Stayed in the “Garden Room” which felt like its own little sweet with a private bathroom. Would highly recommend, especially for a quick stay on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

1720 House meshes charm and grace

Gracious hospitality in a charming 18th century home within walking distance of the chic boutique and restaurant district in Vineyard Haven.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

DO NOT STAY HERE!

Our sleep during our one night stay was interrupted by the fire alarm going off....twice! It happened once again while packing our belongings in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Manage Your Expectations

This place is super old so take that into account. Everything is small and tight. Rooms are very small. It was build 200 years ago...so manager your expectations. Many rooms share bathrooms so check that before you book. NO REFUNDS -- was repeated to me like 3x while I was there and had contemplated changing my last night to a friends house. So cover your booking with travel insurance or a good credit card...not gracious like a normal hotel more like you make a deal with a loan shark. You can't get a better location but you can get way better rooms and bathrooms. They do keep it super clean which is nice. But the mattress was clapped out and I feel like at this price point I want better linens and towels etc..and it shouldn't smell old...for $275 night is should smell great. It is super clean but you can only clean "old" so well. It is historical and has some charm if that is your thing. Not likely I would stay here again and certainly never with my kids. I wouldn't bring a girlfriend either -- that would be a fail. Good for run and gun people who are on the island and need a convieneient location with easy in and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

PK

The house is unique with ample parking and curb appeal, we stayed in the yellow room with a private bath. The value and accommodation are reasonable but unlike a regular hotel. The location is ideal and walking distance to downtown and a small beach. This property doesn’t really offer a lot of amenities or services. The owner was nice but too busy to talk for more than a few minutes. So do your research up front or ask at check in. This B&B has what an experienced and independent traveler needs, when on the go.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

1720 House - 2 stars

While the room itself was good and the location was great, the woman running the B&B was quite rude to us. We were able to book for one night on Memorial Day weekend, but she called weeks after we booked saying that normally there's a 2 night minimum for that weekend because of the demand. We were able to keep the night we wanted, but had to change rooms, which we were OK with. Upon arriving, she immediately accused us of coming on the wrong day and gave us an unwelcome attitude. Even though she rescinded after finding that she was incorrect, she continued to make comments on how we should be staying two nights and held a prejudice against us the entire stay. The breakfast itself only consisted of coffee, tea, yogurt, and fruit, which really means the 1720 House is more of a B than a B&B. To this point, she said "normally people don't stay for breakfast, so I can suggest somewhere else to go. Will you be staying for breakfast or not?" Obviously we went walked down the street 2 minutes to the amazing Waterside Market. We can pretty much say that we will not be staying at this establishment on our next trip to Martha's Vineyard. The location in Vineyard Haven was great, though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property and staff were great, the only problem I had the room had no heat and the radiator was leaking on the carpet. Other than that, I loved the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Howard

Cozy room, well located for a November stay in the cold.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe,

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was comfy, convenience of location, not too crowded.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient to town. Secure and laid back B&B. Excellent coffee and the hostess was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hostess was not welcoming at all. We were not greeted nor were any other guests. Just a key left on the front table. The breakfast was lame; self service toast, boiled eggs, cut fruit and packaged yogurt. As one guest said "it's a B (bed) not a B&B". Location on Main Street was good. This hostess is just going through the motions. Her heart is not in the work.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Harbor view?!?

A little like staying with friends or family--for better or worse: it's either intimate, or airless. But the host seems genuinely anxious that your stay be a good one, the location can't be beat (though the "harbor view" the website promised didn't exist), and the place is quiet and charming (enjoy fireflies in the garden at dusk) and loaded with actual "shabby chic."
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
nice hotel close to the beach, beautiful garden nice hotel close to the beach, beautiful garden
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our first floor room had no lock on it and the property owner said she had called a locksmith (which never arrived). Hence no lock/security. Bathroom is very dated, room was adequate with A/C. Poor cleanliness as we found soiled undergarments under the bed. Fire trap with “open” electrical outlets (all ungrounded) and multiple extension cords.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018