Martha's Vineyard Hotels

Crocker House Inn

At a Glance

    Pros

  • great owners
  • short walk from town
  • easygoing vibe

    Cons

  • you pay a premium for this location
  • books up quickly in summer

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Crocker House Inn Review

This 1890 farmhouse-style inn is tucked into a quiet lane off Main Street, minutes from the ferries and Owen Park Beach, and provides rooms that are decorated casually with understated flair—pastel-painted walls, softly upholstered wing chairs, and white-wicker nightstands—and each contains a small, wall-mounted "honor bar," with a disposable camera, suntan lotion, and other useful sundries. Three rooms have soothing whirlpool tubs, and two have fireplaces (No. 6, with a small porch and a private entrance, has the best view of the harbor). Breakfast is served at a large farmer's table inside the small common room and kitchen area. Jeff and Jynell Kristal are the young, friendly owners, and Jynell also creates whimsically painted glassware, tote bags, and tiles, which are available for sale.

    Hotel Details

  • 8 rooms.
  • Rate includes breakfast.
  • Credit cards accepted.

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    Crocker House Inn Review

    The Vineyard is a much better place when you have a clean comfortable and relaxing place to stay when you are enjoying the beach and all the amazing island has to offer.

    The hosts, Jynell and Jeff Kristal know how to take care of their guests giving them the right amount of face time but somehow being "just around" if you need them. It's nice to walk in and say "good afternoon" but it's also nice to be able to sit outside or in the sitting room and not feel like you have to talk all the time. Jynell and Jeff know the right amount of room to give each guest.

    We loved our stay at the Crocker House Inn and it was worth every dime spent.

    by Tennesseefamily, 3/6/11
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    A Great B & B Experience

    Crockers House Inn is a great way to enjoy Martha'a Vineyard. It is priced right for this island, is convenient to the airport and other transportation facilities, is within an easy to walk to many places, and very comfortable lodging. In addition, the personal service makes every guest "special" and the Kristal family provides a lot more than just a room and breakfast. This was our first visit to Martha's Vineyard and the Crocker House made it an outstanding experience. We would definately stay with the Kristal's every time we visit the island, and highly recommend this for everyone who includes Martha's Vinelard in their travel plans.

    by JimWatson, 9/25/07

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