Central Alarm/C, Insulation, Irrigation, MiniSplit, Outdoor Shower
Year Built:
1900
Year Renovated:
2026
Second Dwelling:
Potential Second Dwelling
Zoning:
R10
Water:
Town
Sewer:
Septic Tank
Lead Paint:
Unknown
Foundation :
Full - stone and poured
Heat:
Heat Pump
Fireplaces:
None
Yard Type:
None. Large, grassy yard with plantings; all on irrigation system
Flooring:
Random width oak & heated, tiled baths
Stove:
Fisher Paykel
Washer:
LG
TV:
Cable
DESCRIPTION
Thought to have been moved from the Campgrounds to the Highlands in the early 1900's, the Mary E. Gilkes house has been transformed into a sophisticated and easy-living Island abode. The thoughtful, intentional design and execution of this renovation/addition pays homage to its Victorian roots while adding every modern amenity for year-round or summer use. Every detail has been carefully considered from the mahogany front porch with Vineyard-blue ceilings that typifies the Oak Bluffs cottage history, to the "bonus" room/loft, to infrastructure which meets HERS requirements for energy efficiency. There isn't an inch of wasted space in this little powerhouse and the property offers a wealth of possibilities for expansion. The location is quiet and bucolic, and just up the hill from Circuit Ave., with easy access to East Chop and Eastville Beach. Roll right off the ferry and bring your Vineyard vision to life in this enchanting home where history, style and modern comfort come together!
FIRST FLOOR DESCRIPTION
The front porch offers two entry points, thru the front door and into the living room or enter a sweet mudroom with built-in cabinets and lots of storage space. The kitchen features gorgeous custom cabinetry by Crown Point with English oak pulls. The high-end appliances are paneled for a sleek and finished look and the veined quartz countertops and white tile backsplash invite today's cooks. The dining room and living area have cathedral ceilings and tasteful, modern lighting fixtures. A bright corner bedroom looks out over the private, fully fenced back yard and the attached large ensuite bath can also be accessed from the hall to serve as the powder room when company arrives. Open the back door to a mahogany deck which leads to a large mahogany outdoor shower.
SECOND FLOOR DESCRIPTION
An open stairwell with cable railings is a beautiful feature of the living area and ascends to a landing that features a large linen closet with built-ins and steps into a "bonus" loft that can literally be anything -- an office, a reading room, a quiet corner. A second primary bedroom with a tiled, ensuite bath has cathedral ceilings and double closets. Both bathrooms have heated tile floors with beautiful modern chrome fixtures and teak and marble vanities.
BASEMENT DESCRIPTION
Full basement with high ceilings can be partially finished for additional living space.
OTHER BUILDINGS
There is a concrete pad that was part of a pre-existing
SECOND DWELLING
Potential Second Dwelling
PARKING
Yes
Martha's Vineyard - Island Wide Listings - Updated 22nd of October, 2026