News Archives - The Martha's Vineyard Times (2024)

FAQs

What is the busiest time on Martha's Vineyard? ›

The summer brings the sun, sand and surf of Martha's Vineyard. It is the busiest time of year but with good reason; this is possibly the best time to take advantage of all the island has to offer. Here visitors can rent bikes, kayaks and other equipment for outdoor sports or just enjoy a leisurely beach stroll.

Native American camps that carbon-date to 2270 B.C.E. have been uncovered on the Island. The Wampanoag people have lived for thousands of years on the island of Martha's Vineyard. Despite the Island's declared neutrality, the people rallied to the Patriot cause and formed companies to defend their homeland.

On the mainland, catch the Falmouth ferry at the Woods Hole Terminal. You'll arrive in the town of Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard.

It's only about 22 miles long by 9 miles wide, so it takes about 45 minutes to drive from one end to the other. There are plenty of roads on the island as well, so you can generally get anywhere you want to go within an hour or less.

Nearly 50 Millionaires on Martha's Vineyard: Data | Martha's Vineyard, MA Patch.

The best time to visit Martha's Vineyard, according to many New Englanders at least, is around either May or September.

The study found that in terms of “raw dollars,” Vineyard Haven, a small community within Tisbury on the island of Martha's Vineyard, is home to the “most expensive real estate in the U.S.”

Visiting Martha's Vineyard in just two days is ample time to dip your toes into what our island has to offer. If you're craving an even longer stay after your departure, though, don't be shy — Vineyard Square will happily assist you with planning a full island itinerary.

Martha's Vineyard is renowned for its stunning scenery – with rolling hills, wildflower fields, and miles of pristine coastline. It also has some of the best seafood restaurants in New England and numerous activities and attractions that cater to all types of interests.

Is Martha's Vineyard privately owned? No. It is an island that is part of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Yes, there are property owners just like there are property owners in any other city, but those property owners do NOT own the island.

How walkable is Martha's Vineyard? ›

All three of the main port towns (Vineyard Haven, Oak Bluffs, and Edgartown) are easily walkable. And since both Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs have ferries that service the towns May - October (Vineyard Haven, year round), your own two feet might just be all the transportation you need for your visit!

Is there Uber or Lyft on Martha's Vineyard? Yes, Uber and Lyft are available on Martha's Vineyard. However, there are a few things you should know about using these rideshare services on the island.

There were plenty of upsides to living on Martha's Vineyard, but being there in the summer — when the 17,000-person year-round population can swell up to 200,000 — brought challenges like long lines, large crowds, and a scarcity of reasonably priced rentals.

Our high-speed ferries will get you to Martha's Vineyard in 1 hour! Reservations are the only way to guarantee available space. Please arrive at least 45 minutes prior to departure to allow for drop-off, parking, and ticketing.