Five years ago, we purchased a lovely property in Edgartown on the iconic island of Martha's Vineyard. Out of a love for all things vintage, we decided to furnish the cottage nearly entirely with found pieces that yearned for another story in their lives. With the exception of a new mattress, sofa and bed linens (and the beautiful T.S. Harris art on the wall), the decor is all vintage — campaign chests, Ficks-Reed tables and chair plus ottoman, McGuire target chairs, a small farm table, and more.
After we tore it down to the studs (and then realized we needed new studs), we had a wonderful time with finishes and decor. The process was so creative and therapeutic, we decided to make a business out of it. And IDLE HOUR was born. From a garage full of vintage and antique decor,to a 2500 square foot warehouse in CT, we have enjoyed every moment of the hunt, refinishing and reviving our finds for their next act.
The Martha's Vineyard cottage is available for rent. The listing is available on VRBO and AirBnB or you can inquire at the form here. We hope you'll visit and enjoy the remarkable beauty that is Martha's Vineyard.
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Edgartown’s stylish getaway, Idle Hour Cottage is a relaxing, cozy cottage perfectly situated between town and South Beach along the bike path, and a 5-minute walk to the Katama General Store for every convenience. The Cottage boasts high vaulted ceilings, wide plank floors, luxury finishes, designer furniture and fixtures, and mini split AC/heat. The cottage comes with an impressive list of amenities (see
below) so you can enjoy quintessential island living without the hassle of over-packing.
The cottage sits on a beautifully landscaped one-acre property with the main house. Bike or walk to South Beach for fun in the sun, big waves and stunning views. Collect shells along the shores of Lighthouse Beach or take the Chappy Ferry for a day on Chappaquiddick. A short 7-minute drive to State Beach offers calm waters and an iconic jump off Jaws Bridge! Or enjoy a lovely stroll along cobblestone streets for some
shopping and sight-seeing in historic Edgartown. Once you’ve spent the day exploring, come back to IDLE HOUR Cottage for a relaxing cocktail on a large private deck before heading to one of the Island’s delectable restaurants… or stay “home” and lounge on the patio, enjoying the always-spectacular sunsets.
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