“If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.”
Romans 12:18
Hello dear friends. It seems that we are in the grip of August heat, pop-up showers followed by steam baths! By this time, I am looking forward to autumn. Typically, we love to travel during fall, it isn’t as crowded and the temperatures are pleasant. Since we have no travel plans in 2020, we are revisiting a favorite autumn road trip and you are invited to come along. Let’s return to the Vineyard…that would be Martha’s!
“Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world.”
-Gustave Flaubert
This post is only a highlight of three separate posts that featured Martha’s Vineyard. I suggest for your reading pleasure that you visit all three in order not to miss anything. Click on the highlighted links to view the original post.
When traveling, I always do my homework before I book a place to stay. Charlotte Inn in Edgartown did not disappoint.
An interesting note: A Hallmark movie, A Godwink Christmas that aired in 2018 is the story of the Charlotte Inn owners, Gery and Paula Conover. It is a sweet story about how they met over thirty years ago with the Inn also playing a starring role.
The Charlotte Inn’s Main House was built in 1866. The Inn has the look and feel of one of Europe’s great country homes.
Every public room is a visual reminder of the past, an atmosphere dominated by antiques and art.
To the right of the entry is a perfect library. I love books and love to read, I could have spent an entire day in this English style space with the comfortable chairs and outstanding works of art.
Every nook was filled with antique collections such as this antique flashlight collection.
We spent a day walking through Edgartown that was founded in 1642…
…one of New England’s most elegant communities!
To really appreciate the architecture of the homes, you must walk its streets!
Many stately white Greek Revival houses that were built by whaling captains have been carefully maintained.
The Charlotte Inn of Martha’s Vineyard is truly a treasure and a feast for all the senses. The gardens were exquisite…
…with wonderful tucked away places for reading or just relaxing!
The Terrace is by far one of the most beautiful and romantic dining rooms I have ever seen!
It is an enclosed terrace filled with light. Tables are set with crisp white linens, delicate Limoges china, and silver vases of fresh flowers. Classical music plays in the background as the sound of a fountain adds more ambiance to this perfect scene.
We met the beautiful innkeeper, Paula as we were seated for breakfast on our first morning at the Inn. As she poured a perfectly dark roasted cup of coffee, she chatted as if we were old friends. After finishing our fabulous breakfast (including house-made cinnamon doughnuts), she pulled out a chair and helped us plan our day on the Vineyard. All four meals that we ate in The Terrace were culinary perfection!
Oaks Bluff is famous for its more than 300 Carpenter Gothic cottages…
..with Victorian-style gingerbread.
Every color combination can be seen on these cute summer cottages!
Gay Head Light is a historic lighthouse on the western most point of Martha’s Vineyard.
Thank you for your sweet visits and gracious comments. Wishing each of you a joy filled day!
Linking with:
Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Imparting Grace,Life and Linda
Thank you for the armchair travelling this morning Pam! Charlotte Inn and the gardens reminds me of the historic homes in Charleston, SC. I love the gingerbread painted the bright cheery colors in the cottages. Happy Thursday ♥
Yes, it does remind me of Charleston, also. Thank you, Mary!
Good morning, dear friend. I love this post, and would love to visit the Charlotte Inn and Martha’s Vineyard. Perhaps when we are able to travel again, whenever that might be.
Patti, I know you would love the Vineyard and the Inn. Thanks so much!
Oh, what an amazing place! I could spend hours just gazing at those sweet cottages! It seems like a place a person would never want to leave. That is so neat that they filmed a movie in that same place! It is sad that you won’t be able to travel this autumn, but so wonderful that you have so many memories from the past and that you share them with us here!
I am so glad you enjoyed traveling via your arm chair. It isn’t a bad way to travel. Have a wonderful Sunday, Cheryl!
So lovely! That is a place I definitely want to visit. That hotel is wonderful. I remember that Hallmark movie and a some of the scenes captured inside. I didn’t realize it was based on a real couple!
Good morning, Liz. It is truly a lovely place to visit. Happy Thursday!
Those houses and gardens…sigh. How beautiful! I loved the Godwink Christmas movie and all the Godwink books too. The flashlight collection looks like a stunning piece of art. We had a huge storm last night that went on for hours, including a temporary power outage. But this morning everything looks lush and green again!
Thank you Roxanne. It is raining here this morning, not severe. Happy Thursday!
I have never been there! What a wonderful place to visit, someday.
I hope to return one day! Thank you Penny!
Dear Pam, this was such a lovely way to begin my day. Thank you. Blessings, sweet friend and have a beautiful day.
Blessings and have a lovely day, Sandra!
Amazing!!!Thank you for this wonderful tour!
My pleasure Maristella! Enjoy your day!
Thank you Pam for the armchair travel of Martha’s Vineyard. I have never been, so this is a treat. Beautiful lavish decor, gorgeous gardens and those whimsical houses are so fun. Let’s hope we can all gather once again in the near future.
Thanks so much Linda. I hope we can all travel in the near future.
Thank you for this beautiful tour. Would love a stay at the Charlotte Inn. Shared the flashlight collection with Bob..it’s a work of art. Loved the gingerbread cottages. Hope to visit Martha’s Vineyard some day.
I am so glad you enjoyed. I hope you and Bob can visit one day!
I love your travel postings Pam! How does one go about researching to have such wonderful results? Where to even begin?
Thank you for this lovely visit to Martha’s Vineyard!
I love to research and I go down way to many rabbit holes while I am researching! Thanks Sue!
I love this! It’s like revisiting part of my trip all over! (Not the Inn — I would have loved to stay there; it’s gorgeous! And I adored that movie!) Thanks, Pam!
Oh Pam, I feel like I traveled with you, such beautiful pictures. I will do more reading of the history of the area.
Thanks for traveling with us. I am so glad you enjoyed the trip. Thanks Nonie!
Thank you Pam for reminding me of Martha Vineyards Many beautiful homes. The gardens are as you say exquisite . I just sat with my iPad and soaked it all in. I have wonderful memories of a family reunion there. Oh virus, go away!
What a wonderful spot for a family reunion! Thanks Alice.
MV is one of my favorite places. Last year I spent a week at the Harborview Inn in Edgartown – i enjoyed my morning walks, especially out to the lighthouse. The campground with all of the Victorian cottages in Oak Bluffs is just charming. It is a beautiful place and I enjoyed your photos of this lovely island!!
Thanks Patti. I know you much have enjoyed Martha’s Vineyard. The cottages are amazing!
Armchair traveling is so relaxing. The pictures are fabulous! I love the inn and if we ever get to Martha’s Vineyard (on our bucket list), we’ll definitely go/stay there. It’s beautiful. Thanks for sharing the wonderful information with us! Enjoy your day! Clara ♥️
Clara, thanks for traveling with us. I hope you make it there!
I could spend days upon days at the Vineyard! Those cottages are adorable! This place is on my bucket list!
The flashlight collection is remarkable. I enjoyed it very much.
Thanks so much for taking us on a wonderful trip. I loved it!
Nancy, I hope you can make it to the Vineyard. You would love it!
I was so excited when I read the title of this post. Martha’s Vineyard is way at the top of my bucket list. I can’t wait to read all the posts and make our plans. We had planned to do a New England Road trip for our 35th Anniversary this September but now all those plans are on hold. Sigh! But this gives me inspiration. Thank you!
Bless you my friend ♥️
Thanks so much Lynda. I hope you get to go sometimes, you would love it!
Well, Martha’s Vineyard is just a short ferry ride from here and definitely on our must-do list when things ease up. Those cottages are bliss … the history, the buildings, the gardens so very welcoming.
Thanks, Pam, for giving me something to look forward to when life gets a bit more free and fluid.
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I hope we can travel again safely. Happy Saturday, Linda!
What a delightful virtual trip Pam! I have been to Martha’s Vineyard many years ago and charming does not begin to describe it! That dining room is gorgeous and I love all the cozy spots to enjoy. I am pinning several photos for future paintings or sketches, I’m inspired!
Jenna
Thank you Jenna. I can’t wait to see what you might paint! Happy Saturday.
It has been years since my husband and I stay at the Charlotte Inn and visited Martha’s Vineyard. Some places don’t change or seem to get better and I so enjoyed the visit again through your post.
Thank you Karen. It is a beautiful Inn, hope to return!
Such beautiful homes!! I love that Hallmark movie. I just watched it again last month when they were showing Christmas movies all day. 🙂
It was a sweet movie. Thank you Michelle!
Pam, I so enjoyed visiting Martha’s Vineyard on your blog this morning. What stunning interiors, architecture, and gardens! I’m so ready to take a trip somewhere, and loved my virtual trip this morning. I’m praying every day that this virus goes away soon. It seems each day that I’m hearing of family and friends that are affected. Take care, and stay safe dear friend!
I am so glad you enjoyed the arm chair travel. Stay safe and hopefully we will be able to travel again!
Just added Martha’s Vineyard to our travel bucket list. Thanks, Pam!
You will enjoy when you go!
We prefer traveling in the fall too– usually anywhere from mid- sept. to mid- oct. is pretty great weather wise and the crowds are almost nonexistent. I haven’t been to Martha’s Vineyard in ages though!
I hope we can travel again in the not so distant future!
Oh, I would love to visit there! And, your photos are stunning. You are such a wonderful photographer. How great that you can document so many things and places with your beautiful photography. Thanks for sharing with us at TFT.
Thanks so much Pam. You are most kind!
OMG! I just love the pictures. So beautiful.
Thank you Rebecca.