Katama Waterfront
One of the first houses in Katama has been cherished by the same family for 45 years and is now on the market for the first time.
Set back from the road, this is one of the few properties at water’s edge that has privacy on three sides. From almost every room there is a commanding view of Katama Bay, Norton Point, Mattakeset Bay and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. The house is set at an angle that takes advantage of winter sunsets. A boardwalk leads down to the 125-foot private beach where the shallow bay is perfect for scalloping, kayaking or small sailboats. There is a tie-off on the beach and the town landing is only steps away for larger boats. This beautiful spot has even been the location for a family wedding.
One of the current owners remembers a magical moment from her teen years. “One of my favorite memories is waking on a slightly foggy Vineyard morning. Bleary eyed I came upstairs to the panoramic view of sky, bay and ocean which has never ceased to take my breath away. The house was quiet and as I stood on our deck gazing out at the view, I saw two solitary figures raking for clams. One called to the other with joy, “Mom I found a whole bunch of them.” I realized this beautiful scene included two of my favorite people on earth and I finished my grown up gulp of coffee with a tremendous smile on my face.”
With three living levels, the house has lots of family-friendly open space as well as smaller rooms for quiet enjoyment. Hardwood floors and pine paneling throughout create a warm atmosphere. The sunny entry hall leads to a TV room and, a few steps down, a private study. The ground level has all three bedrooms, the master with an en suite bath and a fireplace, a shared hall bathroom and a laundry area. Each bedroom has sliders to the deck and a water view.
The third floor is flooded with light and features an open living room, dining room and kitchen with sliders to the deck overlooking the water. The focal point of the living room is the brick fireplace that soars up to the vaulted ceiling and lends a distinctive character to the home. This comfortably spacious area invites family gatherings and the informal style of the home perfectly suits an active vacation life.
The attached two-car garage has an unfinished living space above that might be allowed to connect to the dining room and create a spacious master bedroom with en suite bath.
One of the current owners described her children’s summers with her parents. “What was their favorite activity? They would run down to our beach where my dad would be waiting in the Whaler to take them through Katama Bay and then the harbor to get an ice cream at the Quarterdeck. Somehow the ice cream tasted so much better when you went by boat instead of by car. They talked about it all winter, even though the grocery store at home had Haagen Dazs and Ben and Jerry’s in every conceivable flavor.”
This is a casual summer retreat ready for another multi-generational family to enjoy.
One of the current owners remembers a magical moment from her teen years. “One of my favorite memories is waking on a slightly foggy Vineyard morning. Bleary eyed I came upstairs to the panoramic view of sky, bay and ocean which has never ceased to take my breath away. The house was quiet and as I stood on our deck gazing out at the view, I saw two solitary figures raking for clams. One called to the other with joy, “Mom I found a whole bunch of them.” I realized this beautiful scene included two of my favorite people on earth and I finished my grown up gulp of coffee with a tremendous smile on my face.”
With three living levels, the house has lots of family-friendly open space as well as smaller rooms for quiet enjoyment. Hardwood floors and pine paneling throughout create a warm atmosphere. The sunny entry hall leads to a TV room and, a few steps down, a private study. The ground level has all three bedrooms, the master with an en suite bath and a fireplace, a shared hall bathroom and a laundry area. Each bedroom has sliders to the deck and a water view.
The third floor is flooded with light and features an open living room, dining room and kitchen with sliders to the deck overlooking the water. The focal point of the living room is the brick fireplace that soars up to the vaulted ceiling and lends a distinctive character to the home. This comfortably spacious area invites family gatherings and the informal style of the home perfectly suits an active vacation life.
The attached two-car garage has an unfinished living space above that might be allowed to connect to the dining room and create a spacious master bedroom with en suite bath.
One of the current owners described her children’s summers with her parents. “What was their favorite activity? They would run down to our beach where my dad would be waiting in the Whaler to take them through Katama Bay and then the harbor to get an ice cream at the Quarterdeck. Somehow the ice cream tasted so much better when you went by boat instead of by car. They talked about it all winter, even though the grocery store at home had Haagen Dazs and Ben and Jerry’s in every conceivable flavor.”
This is a casual summer retreat ready for another multi-generational family to enjoy.
Offered at $6,500,000
For more information, please contact:
Jonathan Bernstein of Kendall & Kendall Real Estate
508-693-0829 | www.kendallmarthasvineyard.com
For more information, please contact:
Jonathan Bernstein of Kendall & Kendall Real Estate
508-693-0829 | www.kendallmarthasvineyard.com
