Martha's Vineyard Camp meeting Association (MVCMA)
Martha's Vineyard Camp meeting Association (MVCMA)
Martha's Vineyard Camp meeting Association (MVCMA)
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HollsinSavannah
Fryeburg, ME100 contributions
Jul 2019
We have been going to the vineyard and staying in a cottage every summer and love staying in the cottage. However- we rented the upstairs apartment of the tabernacle house which belongs to the campground association. There was mold around the sink because the counters in kitchen and one bathroom are wood and not taken care of. There are ants EVERYWHERE. They even crawled into my son’s ear while he was sleeping . The grill burners were broken and the flames shot up 2 feet! And when we told the office they said oh yes we have a brand new grill but just haven’t put it together yet? The toaster would not shut off, no pot holders in the kitchen and the floors were dirty. Our advice is do not stay at the campground association buildings because they don’t take care of them. Oh and we got a letter from them a few months after we stayed asking US if we wanted to give money for renovations they hoped to do! We would give a zero for staying here in this apartment but a 5 star for the cottages. Stay at a cottage not the apartments
Written June 2, 2020
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Andrea.BostonMA
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Aug 2022
The whole neighborhood is cute and social and fun however the cottage we stayed in was run down and not represented honestly. #30 Trinity Park, Oaks Bluff. Avoid this cottage! The image on the website shows a pink house (probably 20+ yrs ago) but the same house today has chipped blue trim and badly run down inside and outside. The current owner has had the place for over 7 yrs. The worst part would be the safety aspect. The were power cords connecting most devices including all 3 a/c units and the refrigerator. On the 3rd morning , I was making coffe and tried to open the back door for air flow. The door would not unlock from the inside and the key from the outside would not unjam the lock. I have a short video of us trying to unjam and free open the door. Pretty scary if there was a fire. Yes I reported it.
Written September 16, 2022
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carole212
New York City, NY190 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
When in Oak Bluffs take an hour to detour through this unique experience. Just steps from Circuit Ave, it’s more than 300 cottages tightly assembled that look like doll houses. Each is decorated differently, it’s quite a sight to see. There’s a small museum set up in one of the cottages so you can see the interior. Very unique. Try to squeeze it in.
Written September 3, 2021
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Jazz Gumbo
London, UK858 contributions
Oct 2022
Such very photogenic & picturesque cottages, encouraged to paint them vived colours they draw you into looking down all the roads. Must be a nightmare for residents staring in all the time but extremely lovely little area to visit. Only a short walk away from Circuit street which has numerous shops to visit also.
Written October 18, 2022
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Jewel G
Plymouth, MA19 contributions
Sep 2020
A fairy tale place to walk around and imagine the history. Every house has its own character and color. Parking is tough, but we pulled into a small, empty space. The woman who owns it graciously allowed us to leave the car there for 30 minutes. No more! We were back in 25.
Written September 23, 2020
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Josh R
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Jul 2024 • Family
Absolutely perfect vacation. Summer Camp is a MUST for families (or just adults) Hawanny, Scott, quanelia, Sammlel, Melissa, Rosen, Richie, and Angela made our trip SO SPECIAL! They focused on our kids, making us adults perfectly relaxed and comfortable and incredibly happy! We’ll never book anywhere else on the island.
Written July 1, 2024
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mathchef
Pennsylvania171 contributions
Oct 2020
If you enjoy seeing Victorian houses, you will want to walk around this camp ground. We biked around, but I wished we had walked so I could have looked at each house more carefully. Most are beautifully kept and colorfully painted.
Written October 11, 2020
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Clickmama
New York City, NY36 contributions
Aug 2021
This experience gave all it was supposed to give! Lovely neighborhood encampment of the gingerbread houses (occupied by real life residents so don't wander into a house no matter how charming it looks lol!!). It was a nice calming walk around the neighborhoods. I would do it again and again. The cottage museum was a great throwback to the old times on the campgrounds. A good use of your time while in Oak Bluffs.
Written August 15, 2021
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KCLizard
State College, PA589 contributions
Jul 2021
This village of homes is cute for a walk, and we enjoyed strolling through it a couple times, but to really appreciate the community and understand the history you should take the Tuesday or Thursday morning tour. Our tour was led by two folks who lived in the village, and one had been visiting since he was a child. It has an interesting history, and the village is about much more than cute facades on the homes.
Written August 1, 2021
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Pdonatyandkids
Westborough, MA264 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
If you love history and architecture this is the place for you. Recommend prior to visiting that you read up on why and how these “Cottages” came to be. When you take the walking tour, keep in the back of your mind these “cottages” are all on a land lease which may or may not be renewed for the family who owns the “cottage”. This is a spiritual community and you are walking and taking pictures of families home…so try and be respectful during your visit.
Written May 16, 2022
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How long of a walk from Where the Island Queen disembark at Oak Bluff? Do we need to rent a bike or taxi?
Written June 5, 2019
It is very close. You can almost see it. A short walk.
Written June 6, 2019
Is there a walking tour? If so what are the times and the cost?
Thank you
Kathy
Written September 8, 2018
Hi, There is a walking tour of this very quaint area. You can either visit the museum and gift shop to get information, or there are also fliers available at a couple of the entryways. They are very hard to miss. Have fun!
Written September 10, 2018
Hi there, How did you find your 'volunteer' guide? Are there certain days/times and how to contact. Thank you.
Written July 24, 2018
There are tours offered every Tuesday and Thursday morning, led by a campground resident. Tickets may be purchased online or just before the tour. As far as finding an informal "volunteer" guide, people are super friendly. Call the MVCMA office when on island.
Written July 25, 2018
How much time would you allot for a stroll through the Camp Meeting cottages in Martha's Vineyard? Are there restaurants nearby to walk to as well?
Written June 11, 2018
Taking some time I would say a 45 minute stroll. Restaurants are 5 minute walk, if you are a good walker everything is convenient. If you haven't had all you wanted of the cottages go back after you have eaten, lighting has a lot to do with the ambiance.
Written June 11, 2018
Qualcuno mi può dire come è meglio girare l’isola ad agosto. È fattibile girarla in bicicletta o troppo lungo? Grazie
Written June 1, 2018
Are you open in october for visitors?
Written August 25, 2017
I only do Martha Vineyard in the summer months have never been in the fall
Written September 13, 2017
Bsore2016
Ledyard, Connecticut
Do they have the Wednesday evening service on September 7th 2016?
Written August 11, 2016
I am not sure of the schedule but there is a website you can visit (I am not allowed to include web addresses in my answer to you) with a schedule. There is also an office you can call.
ASSOCIATION OFFICE
80 Trinity Park Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
Tel: 508-693-0525
I hope that helps
Written August 11, 2016
westonnan
Shelton, Connecticut
I want to rent a cottage. Are any available in July? How much? What is in the hoiuse?
Written June 27, 2016
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