Richard
Chic coastal — moody monochrome with pops of purple, bespoke furnishings, and a regal residential feel. Think upscale captain's house, not nautical gift shop.
No bar means you should stop at Vintage MV Wines & Spirits (walking distance) to stock up — the room has a corkscrew and glasses ready
Why It Matters
One of very few boutique hotels on Martha's Vineyard that deliberately avoids the sea-captain-and-lobster aesthetic. The 19th-century bones of the building are preserved while the interiors go fully contemporary. Formerly operated under Lark Hotels, now the flagship of The Edgartown Collection.
The Richard is a 16-room boutique hotel on Edgartown's Main Street, housed in a 19th-century ship captain's residence that was later the Point Way Inn. Now part of The Edgartown Collection, it trades the expected nautical clichés for a sleek black, white, and gray palette with sculptural furniture, graphic wall prints, and just enough gold-dipped detail to feel genuinely polished. Breakfast is included, there's a garden courtyard with a fire pit, and everything worth doing in Edgartown is a short walk away.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Courtyard King Deluxe
280 sq ft of quiet luxury with direct private access to the central garden courtyard — by far the best room for fire-pit evenings. First floor, private entry, and a genuinely peaceful feel despite being right on Main Street.
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First Floor King Deluxe
The hotel's ADA-accessible option, positioned on the first floor. Walk-in shower and easy lobby access via a rear ramp. One step in the shower prevents full roll-in access, so guests with specific mobility needs should call ahead to confirm suitability.
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King Balcony Room
Second-floor room with a private balcony overlooking the street — the place to have your morning coffee. Features a beautifully designed corner shower alongside the usual suite of modern amenities.
King
King Deluxe Room
At 245–280 sq ft, this is one of the more generously proportioned rooms in the house. Located adjacent to the Richard and King Suites, making it useful for groups booking multiple rooms. Has a stylish sitting area and unique décor throughout.
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King Room
Ground-floor king room done in the hotel's signature monochrome palette. Refined but not oversized — good for couples who just want a solid, well-designed base. Comes with a 43" LED Smart TV, blackout shades, and a seating area.
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Queen Balcony Room
Like the Queen Room but with a private balcony overlooking the hotel's lush grounds. Cozy, elegant, and the outdoor perch gives it an outsized feel for the price.
Queen
Queen Room
The most compact option in the house — and the most affordable entry point. Plush queen bed, high-quality linens, and the same design DNA as the larger rooms. Good for solo travelers or couples on a tighter budget who still want the boutique experience.
Queen
The King Suite
290 sq ft suite with a separate cozy living area and rich architectural details — exposed woodwork, layered textures, the kind of character you only get in a 19th-century building. Adjacent to The Richard Suite, good for traveling pairs booking both.
KingThe Penthouse Suite
Top-floor two-bedroom suite with a private balcony and custom décor — the only room in the property sleeping four guests. King bed in the primary bedroom, queen in the second, plus panoramic views and a second bathroom. Book well ahead for summer.
King and QueenThe Richard Suite
The namesake suite — and for good reason. Spacious interior with a full bath featuring a walk-in shower, plus an expansive private deck big enough for outdoor dining or lingering evening drinks. The hotel's most aspirational single-bed option.
KingThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel strongly recommends cycling as the primary mode of transport. Wheel Happy, a local bike rental shop, is nearby. Beach Road to Oak Bluffs is a scenic pedal past Sengekontacket Pond.
The garden courtyard with a fire pit and day-beds is the place to gather in the evening. No bar on-site, but every room comes equipped with wine glasses and a corkscrew. Vintage MV Wines & Spirits is a short walk away.
Lighthouse Beach is a 13-minute walk, and the Edgartown Lighthouse is especially spectacular at sunset. The harbor is equally close for waterfront strolling.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Available for guest use — guests have noted beach chairs and towels are provided.
Available throughout all rooms and public areas. Login information provided at check-in.
43-inch flat-screen smart TV in all rooms.
Each room has its own climate control.
In-room safe available in all rooms.
Lather brand toiletries in all bathrooms.
A central garden courtyard with day-beds and a fire pit — the communal heart of the hotel for evening BYOB sundowners. No bar on-site, so guests are encouraged to bring their own bottles (corkscrew and glasses in every room).
Classic white-clapboard front porch on Main Street — ideal for watching Edgartown go by.
Very limited — only 4 guaranteed parking spots at $40/night. Must be reserved in advance by calling the hotel directly. The hotel strongly recommends arriving without a car; Edgartown is walkable and bikes are rentable locally.
On-site concierge for local recommendations, activity planning, and transportation assistance.
Luggage storage available for guests.
Express check-in and check-out available. Standard check-in 4pm, check-out 11am (flexible subject to availability).
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