Inkwell Beach House
A welcoming beachfront stay in Oak Bluffs
A bed & breakfast in Oak Bluffs
Set in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, Inkwell Beach House is a bed & breakfast. It offers a beachfront setting. Room types include the Queen Room and the Deluxe King Room. Guests rate it 4.6/5 across 113 reviews, praising the service and nature.
Who this stay suits
Expect guest scores around 4.6/5.
Best for
- Value-minded travelers
- A homey, independent stay
Less suited to
- Travelers wanting full hotel service and amenities
Rooms & rates
Choose from 9 room types — including the Queen Room, Deluxe King Room, Queen Suite with Two.
Close to the water
A beachfront setting puts the shoreline within easy reach for your stay.
The location
Inkwell Beach House is in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, rated 4.6/5 by guests. Nearby is Offshore Ale Co., about 0.45 km away.
Standout features
Inside Inkwell Beach House
Amenities at Inkwell Beach House
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Bath
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Windsurfing
- Tennis court
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Bedroom
- Linen
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Activities
- Mini golf
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Bowling
- Windsurfing
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Tennis court
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- TV
On the map
Things to do nearby
- War Memorial historic site 0.46 km
- Mariposa Museum museum 0.46 km
- Soldiers Memorial historic site 0.51 km
Where to eat
- Jimmy Seas restaurant 0.44 km
- Dos Mas restaurant 0.44 km
- Offshore Ale Co. pub 0.45 km
- The Sweet Life restaurant 0.46 km
- MV Salads restaurant 0.46 km
- Bangkok Cuisine restaurant 0.46 km
Guests rate Inkwell Beach House 4.6/5 across 113 reviews. The most praised aspect is service (36 positive mentions), alongside nature and breakfast.
- Things to do4.5
- Restaurants3.9
- Public transit4.8
- Airport access4.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
- Rooms and bathrooms feel dated/tired; rusty fixtures and minor maintenance issues noted
- Breakfast inconsistent or too limited in variety for some guests
- Spotty Wi-Fi and occasional TV connectivity problems
- No 24/7 coffee access after Keurig was replaced with a commercial machine
- Street noise at night; no on-site parking; some rooms reported as small or oddly laid out (sink outside bathroom)
“I felt like I came as a guest and left as a friend. I would return just for her and those eggs.”
“I left a 4000.00 diamond necklace in my room… they found it when they washed the linen… Anna shipped my necklace immediately. Run do not walk and book this place!”
“I didn't think the property was worth the price I paid. (has nothing to do with the staff)”
“Amazing location and sea views, particularly at sunrise when the sun appeared over the horizon! Lots of beautiful period features.”
“There was no coordination for breakfast. More hit and miss and very limited. Two scrambled eggs on a plate and a few scattered muffins.”
Guest reviews summarised from Booking.com.
Good to know
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times at Inkwell Beach House?
At Inkwell Beach House, check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
What amenities does Inkwell Beach House offer?
Inkwell Beach House offers Air conditioning, Free WiFi, Non-smoking rooms, Windsurfing, Tennis court, Snorkelling, Hairdryer, Picnic area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Mini golf, and Diving.
What room types are available at Inkwell Beach House?
Room options include Queen Room, Deluxe King Room, Queen Suite with Two, Superior Twin Room with Sea View, Apartment.
Where is Inkwell Beach House located?
Inkwell Beach House is located in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, at 83 Seaview Ave.