Courtesy: Sotheby's International Realty
508-548-2522
Privately set on 1.95 beautifully landscaped acres in the coveted Gansett neighborhood of Woods Hole, this distinguished 1930 Colonial estate captures the essence of refined Cape Cod living. Days unfold between the heated saltwater pool, expansive lawns, private association beach overlooking Quissett Harbor, and deeded access to Little Gansett Beach, while the restaurants, cafes, waterfront, and village life of Woods Hole are nearby. Rich in architectural character and thoughtfully expanded over time, the property offers an exceptional combination of privacy, gracious entertaining spaces, and effortless access to the water. Offering more than 8,500 square feet of living space, nine bedrooms, seven full baths, and one half bath, the residence provides remarkable flexibility for family and guests. At the heart of the main house is a chef's kitchen appointed with a Wolf range and Sub-Zero appliances, complemented by a charming breakfast nook, formal dining room with fireplace, laundry room, and mudroom. A first-floor primary suite provides gracious single-level living, while a handsome den, fire placed living room, and sunroom offer beautifully proportioned spaces for intimate gatherings and larger-scale entertaining. Upstairs, a second primary suite enjoys water views, a walk-in closet, and private bath. A second-floor library, two additional bedrooms sharing a full bath, three smaller bedrooms with another shared bath, and an original telephone closet preserve the home's distinctive character and 1930s heritage. A substantial addition creates an exceptional second living environment, anchored by a dramatic cathedral-ceiling great room with fireplace and an adjoining sitting room. A galley kitchen appointed with Gaggenau appliances, one bedroom, two baths, and a lower-level office provide exceptional flexibility for extended family and guests. This wing also includes a generous bonus family room—ideal for game nights, movie evenings, or memorable gatherings—as well as an additional room accessed from the exterior patio, offering even more versatile guest space. French doors open to a private patio and firepit, seamlessly extending the living and entertaining areas outdoors. The grounds are equally impressive, with mature professional landscaping framing the heated saltwater pool, koi pond, sweeping lawns, and multiple areas for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. Ownership includes access to a private association beach overlooking picturesque Quissett Harbor, with dinghy drop-off and pick-up privileges along with dedicated kayak and paddleboard storage. The property also enjoys deeded rights to Little Gansett Beach, offering yet another treasured connection to the water. Rarely does a Woods Hole property combine this level of scale, privacy, architectural character, coastal access, and proximity to the village. Designed for generations of family and friends, this is an extraordinary Cape Cod estate equally suited to quiet summer mornings, days on the water, and unforgettable gatherings that continue long into the evening.
Courtesy: Compass
508-548-6611
Located on 0.46 acres of private woodland in Woods Hole, this home offers a welcoming retreat with warmth, character and charm. This inviting 3 bedroom, 2 full bath Cape features 1,226sqft of living space, with mini-splits throughout for heating and air-conditioning. It includes a pine-paneled living room with wood-burning fireplace -perfect for cozy evenings. An adjacent dining area flows to a large, screened porch, where peaceful nature views create an inviting outdoor setting for meals and gatherings. A thoughtfully designed addition with private entrance adds wonderful versatility to the home with a laundry, bedroom, full bath and a quiet, fully-windowed office surrounded by woods and rhododendrons. A large attic and unfinished basement provide ample storage space. Recent improvements include insulated walls & ceilings, new kitchen appliances, new hot water heater and a top-grade septic system. One block from the Shining Sea Bikeway, a private deeded beach and a path to the WHOI Quissett campus. Near Nobska & Surf Drive Beach and Woods Hole village with its famous institutions, delightful restaurants and shopping opportunities, this charming property is one not to miss.
Year-round living in the heart of Woods Hole. Located on a quiet residential lane just a short walk from the village, 1 Fern Lane offers the convenience of being close to everything while still feeling tucked away. This unfurnished four-bedroom, three-bath home offers an easy layout for year-round living, with a first-floor ensuite primary bedroom and laundry, plus three generous bedrooms and a full bath upstairs. There's plenty of room to settle in, work from home, or share the house with family or friends. The location is especially convenient for those working at WHOI or MBL, with the village, waterfront, restaurants, and shops all within easy reach. And when you're ready for a change of scenery, the Martha's Vineyard ferry is right nearby. A comfortable Woods Hole home base for work, weekends, and everything in between. Available for year-round rental only and unfurnished. Two dedicated off-street parking spaces in front of house.
The best architecture doesn't compete with nature... It embraces it. At 78 Gardiner Road, walls of glass, expansive decks, and clean modern lines place the ever-changing waters of Buzzards Bay at center stage. Presiding over a rugged shoreline in one of Cape Cod's most intellectually and culturally rich communities, this restored waterfront residence captures the spirit of a remarkable era in architecture while providing an extraordinary setting for life today. Walls of glass frame endless water views. Clean lines and soaring ceilings dissolve the boundaries between indoors and out. Sunlight dances across the bay from morning until evening when sunsets astound. The rhythms of tide, wind, and sea become part of everyday life. This is not a home that competes with its surroundings... It is at one with them. A broad sweep of lawn gives way to a seating area overlooking a dramatic natural shoreline where weathered boulders, native vegetation, and the waters of Buzzards Bay create a landscape that changes by the hour and by the season. Morning coffee on the deck. Afternoon swims. Sailboats crossing the horizon. Winter storms rolling in from the west. Every day offers a different perspective. Inside, this four bedroom 3,700+ square foot home has been carefully restored to its original coolness. There are huge ocean front family rooms on each level, multiple other gathering areas for both larger and intimate. Please verify all information contained herein.
Introducing the E Building at Lighthouse Station, Woods Hole's premier 55+ coastal community, with completion anticipated in late fall. Designed for effortless single level living, this beautifully appointed condo offers approximately 1,466 square feet, two bedrooms, and 2½ baths. The heart of the residence is an inviting open concept family room and kitchen featuring SubZero and Wolf appliances. Every detail reflects quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design. Adding to the coastal lifestyle, a one year boating membership to the Flying Bridge Boat Club is included, making it easy to experience the beauty of Vineyard Sound. Life at Lighthouse Station extends well beyond your front door. Residents enjoy an on-site fitness center, beautifully maintained grounds, and the convenience of being just moments from the shops, restaurants, waterfront, and cultural attractions of Woods Hole Village. Lighthouse Station is more than a residence. It is an opportunity to embrace the very best of Cape Cod.
Introducing the E Building at Lighthouse Station, Woods Hole's premier 55+ coastal community, with completion anticipated in late fall. Designed for effortless single level living, this beautifully appointed condo offers approximately 1,565 square feet, two bedrooms, and 2½ baths. The heart of the residence is an inviting open concept family room and kitchen featuring SubZero and Wolf appliances. Every detail reflects quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design. Adding to the coastal lifestyle, a one year boating membership to the Flying Bridge Boat Club is included, making it easy to experience the beauty of Vineyard Sound. Life at Lighthouse Station extends well beyond your front door. Residents enjoy an on-site fitness center, beautifully maintained grounds, and the convenience of being just moments from the shops, restaurants, waterfront, and cultural attractions of Woods Hole Village. Lighthouse Station is more than a residence. It is an opportunity to embrace the very best of Cape Cod.
WINTER RENTAL. 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath Cape within walking distance of Woods Hole village and waterfront, Martha's Vineyard ferry, MBL, and WHOI. Near beaches, shopping, and Shining Sea Bikeway. House is furnished and fully-equipped. Spacious first floor living room with gas fireplace and dining room; 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath; half bath off the main bedroom. Bedroom/full bath and large room with pool table on the second floor. Clean, new appliances-dishwasher, microwave, fridge, stove. Wifi internet and 2 smart TVs for streaming content. Private backyard with deck, outdoor shower, and gas grill. Laundry in basement. No smoking on the premises, inside or outside. No pets.
Courtesy: Sotheby's International Realty
508-548-2522
Majestically sited atop a beautifully landscaped bluff overlooking Buzzards Bay, Stony Beach, and Penzance Point, this iconic Woods Hole residence is a rare expression of timeless coastal living. Beloved by the same family for more than 40 years, the home retains an unmistakable sense of authenticity, with hardwood floors throughout, rich wood paneling, and gracious rooms that reflect generations of summers by the sea. The main level offers a kitchen, den, dining room, living room, and a series of inviting porches and outdoor spaces, each designed to capture the extraordinary setting and sweeping water views. A charming waterfront cabana creates a private perch above the bay, while a separate walkway and deck wrap along the seawall, offering yet another remarkable vantage point from which to experience the coastline. Upstairs, five bedrooms and multiple baths provide generous accommodations for family and guests. Surrounded by established landscaping and set high above the water, this extraordinary property embodies the enduring character, beauty, and understated elegance that have long defined Woods Hole.
This remarkable 5+ acre waterfront estate is one of the most extraordinary coastal offerings to come to market in generations. Perched on the southwest tip of an exclusive community, it is Cape Cod's southernmost private residential land. The property commands panoramic, unobstructed views across Buzzards Bay to Naushon and the Elizabeth Islands, and then onto Vineyard Sound and Martha's Vineyard. The estate features more than 611 feet of shoreline, anchored by a substantial protective seawall that ensures both privacy and structural permanence, as well as a private, pristine sandy beach. A charming three-bedroom cottage currently rests on the grounds, offering immediate enjoyment while serving as an unparalleled canvas for a world-class waterfront masterpiece. Future development allows for a two-story residence designed to capture expanded views toward Great Harbor, subject to local approvals.
Introducing the E Building at Lighthouse Station, Woods Hole's premier 55+ coastal community, with completion anticipated in late fall. Designed for effortless single level living, this beautifully appointed residence offers approximately 1,874 square feet, two bedrooms, and 2½ baths. The luxurious primary suite opens to a private patio, creating a peaceful retreat. The heart of the home is an inviting open concept family room and kitchen featuring SubZero and Wolf appliances, designer finishes, and glass doors that open to a second patio overlooking Little Harbor. Every detail reflects quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design. Adding to the coastal lifestyle, the home includes a one year boating membership to the Flying Bridge Boat Club, making it easy to experience the beauty of Vineyard Sound. Life at Lighthouse Station extends well beyond your front door. Residents enjoy an on-site fitness center, beautifully maintained grounds, and the convenience of being just moments from the shops, restaurants, waterfront, and cultural attractions of Woods Hole Village. Lighthouse Station is more than a residence. It is an opportunity to embrace the very best of Cape Cod. Lighthouse Station is more than a residence. It is an opportunity to embrace the very best of Cape Cod living, where luxury, convenience, and the waterfront come together in one extraordinary community.
More than a luxury townhome, Lighthouse Station offers a lifestyle that is rarely available on Cape Cod. Perched on 5.3 acres overlooking Little Harbor and Vineyard Sound, this exclusive 55+ community combines elegant coastal living with the convenience of being just a short stroll from the restaurants, shops, ferry, beaches, and world renowned oceanographic institutions that make Woods Hole one of New England's most cherished seaside villages. Enhancing this extraordinary offering is a one year membership to the new Flying Bridge Boat Club at Woods Hole Marine, with the possibility of securing a boat slip for those wishing to keep their boat nearby. Designed for effortless living, this newly constructed residence offers 2712 square feet of thoughtfully planned living space, plus a 900 square foot finished lower level. Three ensuite bedrooms, a private home office, two separate living areas, and dual laundry areas create an ideal layout for everyday comfort while providing exceptional privacy for family and guests. A soaring entry foyer leads to the open concept great room and professionally designed kitchen with Sub Zero, Wolf and Cove appliances. The main level also features a mudroom with laundry, powder room, and a spacious primary suite. Upstairs, two additional ensuite bedrooms provide comfortable guest accommodations, while the finished lower level offers a separate family room and flexible space for entertaining, hobbies, or extended stays. Nine foot ceilings, wide plank wood flooring, and custom cabinetry reflect the quality and craftsmanship found throughout the home. Begin your mornings with coffee on the private deck and spend your afternoons strolling into Woods Hole Village for lunch, dinner, waterfront activities, or a ferry ride to Martha's Vineyard. Lighthouse Station is more than a place to live. It is an opportunity to embrace the very best of the Cape Cod lifestyle, where luxury, convenience, boating, and the charm of Woods Hole come together in one remarkable community.
On sheltered Eel Pond, with a large, licensed deepwater dock and direct access to Vineyard Sound and Buzzards Bay, this waterfront property presents a rare opportunity to create your own Woods Hole compound. Originally dating back to the1820s, this classic New England home spans three separate dwellings – each with sweeping water views: a main 5-bedroom residence with a separate guest suite, plus two year-round cottages (one 2-bedroom and one 1-bedroom). Located on the village doorstep, with ample off-street parking and seclusion, you are moments from restaurants, shops, ferries, beaches, the vibrant harbor and renowned marine science institutions. Position, potential and provenance – and available for the first time in 70 years – this is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to establish your own Woods Hole legacy in a premium Cape Cod waterfront community.
Woods Hole is located in Massachusetts. Woods Hole, Massachusetts 02543has a population of 1,127. Woods Hole 02543 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 5.29% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 19.97%.
The median household income in Woods Hole, Massachusetts 02543 is $77,386. The median household income for the surrounding county is $82,619 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Woods Hole 02543 is 64.5 years.
The average high temperature in July is 80.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 22.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 47.6 inches per year, with 30.8 inches of snow per year.
