This classic charming quintessential beach cottage sits behind a white picket fence on a lot at the top of Grove Avenue which affords ocean beach access at the end of the street. Great location for a morning dip, or your own kayak, sunfish, or paddle board. Well maintained and owned for 45 years, it has been cherished by three generations. Thoughtful upgrades include renovated kitchen, new roof on both structures, 4 BR upgraded Title 5 septic 2017, irrigation system, landscaping, expanded and finished garage/storage shed/office/studio with wood floor, cathedral ceiling, loft, half bath, beverage area, and outside shower. The area has an interesting maritime history, once the location of the village's superior town wharf, a boat chandlery, boat builder, and more. The house includes a sunny kitchen with pantry, open living room with brick fireplace and dining area, wood floors, and over 1,200 s.f. combined of wrap-around front porch and covered back deck with screen porch potential. Upstairs are four bedrooms, breezy screen porch, a full bath, and linen closet with ship's ladder to the attic. The light filled attic (not a part of the calculated living space) offers a bonus rainy day hide-out, play area, or meditation retreat and includes skylights and gable end windows. Overlooking the lawn sits the garage/boat shed/office/studio, expanded and upgraded in 1997. The spacious back yard is accentuated with old growth trees and newer landscaped flowering shrubs and specimen trees including, Lilac, Holly, Hydrangea, Rhododendron, Vinca minor, Lily of the Valley and an improvable ground level, small water view of the ocean. In summary this welcoming property is a rare find and needs to be seen to be appreciated. Vineyard Haven Yacht Club, West Chop Club, West Chop Woods 85 acre conservation area, the village with its restaurants and shops, library, Steamship ferry dock, and town pier with deep water dock, beach, and band stand are local attractions. Approved Title 5 inspection completed 2020. Furnishings negotiable separately.