Martha's Vineyard
The island of Martha's Vineyard has much to offer, including six charming and picturesque towns, each with its own distinct personality. The brightly painted seaside cottages are eye candy. So are the sandy beaches, historic lighthouses, national wildlife refuge, hiking trails, gleaming sailboats, and the Flying Horses Carousel, which is the oldest in the United States.
Martha’s Vineyard at a Glance
With its sunny beaches and open-air markets, Martha’s Vineyard is a summertime paradise. New England winters can be brutal, but The Vineyard can also be a cozy, snowy retreat. Snuggle up with a good book at one of the bed and breakfasts in the famous gingerbread houses or warm up with a cocktail at the local eatery. Martha’s Vineyard’s nearly 15,000 year-round residents are dispersed between the six towns on the island. During the tourist season, the number of people on the island explodes by roughly 750%!
Where is Martha’s Vineyard?
Martha’s Vineyard is located off the southern coast of Massachusetts’ Cape Cod, with Nantucket island farther east. Martha’s Vineyard Airport is located on the island. Other nearby airports include Nantucket Memorial Airport, Cape Cod Gateway Airport in Hyannis, and Barnstable Municipal Airport on Cape Cod.
Martha’s Vineyard Attractions*
The culinary scene on Martha’s Vineyard is unsurpassed. Some of the country’s top chefs work to create signature entrees and decadent desserts. Although the island is a mecca for sailors, don’t worry if you don’t know your way around a sailboat. You can book a sailing excursion so you can experience the island from all vantage points.
New Seabury Golf Club
West South West Ledge
Scusset Beach
Lakes Island
Whale Rock
Tupper Island
Brant Island
Salt Box Beach
Wards Rock
South Beach
Cataumet Rock
Speaking Rock
White Rock
Mill Rock
Waverly Oaks Golf Course
Little Ram Island
Lobster Rock
Doll Museum
Sagamore Beach
Little Egg Island
Witches Glen
Sea Street Beach
Grinnell Rock
Snake Pond Beach
Bank Street Beach
West Chop Light
Donald G Trayer Museum
Maria Mitchell Association Natural Science Museum
Cleveland East Ledge
Spindle Rock
Egg Island
The Wildcat
Cape Poge Light
Surfside Beach
Bass River Golf Club
Oak Bluffs Town Beach
Little Black Rock
Great Rock
Wicks Island
Seal Island
Woods Point
Big Pine Island
Hursell Rock
Falmouth Beach
Hotels in Vineyard Haven