2010 Population: 15,005 est. Martha's Vineyard, the largest resort island in New England, was formed by glacial action 10,000 years ago and lies 7 miles off the coast of Cape Cod. The Island is roughly shaped like a triangle with its base the straight south shore. It is 9 miles wide and 23 miles long at its furthest points and has a total land area of approximately 100 square miles. The Vineyard has 124.6 miles of tidal shoreline. There are 6 towns on Martha's Vineyard; three up-Island towns, Aquinnah (Gay Head), Chilmark and West Tisbury, and three down-Island towns, Vineyard Haven, Oak Bluffs and Edgartown. The terms "up-Island" and "down-Island" are nautical terms referring to longitude on a map. |
At our Martha’s Vineyard boutique hotel (formerly the Colonial Inn) you can indulge in warm hospitality and comfortable amenities without sacrificing affordability and the convenience of charming, downtown Edgartown. Just steps from gourmet restaurants and the quaint shops of Edgartown, our newly renovated New England hotel is the perfect starting point for your Martha’s Vineyard getaway. Our rooftop veranda is a popular retreat to relax and enjoy spectacular views of Edgartown Harbor. Unwind in the tranquility of our garden courtyard and guest lounge or people watch from the comfortable rocking chairs on our famous porch — wrapping around the front square. Complimentary WIFI and continental breakfast, meeting facilities and an upscale restaurant are onsite at Vineyard Square, as well as a salon and day spa, fitness center, renowned art gallery, and a coastal boutique. Your stay at Vineyard Square Hotel & Suites is your special time away. Our wonderful atmosphere and our knowledge of all things Martha’s Vineyard will make it one of the most delightful and memorable experiences you’ll ever have.
38 N Water St, Edgartown, MA
phone: (508) 627-4711
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One person seriously injured in house fire on Nantucket Wednesday November 06, 2024 |
NANTUCKET ? Nantucket Firefighters were called to a house fire on Green Meadows Drive Tuesday evening. One person was rushed to Nantucket Cottage Hospital in very serious condition. A dog was also resuscitated at the scene and taken to a veterinarian. The State Fire Marshal's office is investigating the cause of the fire. Further details [?]
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Commonwealth Reviews Nantucket Airport COVID Relief Spending Monday November 04, 2024 |
NANTUCKET ? The Massachusetts Office of the Inspector General has concluded a review of how federal pandemic relief funds were used at Nantucket Memorial Airport. The state found that the over-$10 million in grants were used appropriately. The OIG says it proactively reviewed the airport's use of the funding from 2020 to 2022. The office [?]
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Who's on the Ballot for the Cape and Islands this Election? See the Candidates Monday November 04, 2024 |
HYANNIS ? The Cape and Islands has eight total senate and representative seats up for grabs this election. In the Senate, it's incumbent Democrat Julian Cyr against Republican Chris Lauzon and Independent Joe van Nes for the Cape and Islands state senate seat, and 1st Plymouth Representative Mathew Muratore against Barnstable/Dukes/Nantucket Rep. Dylan Fernandes for [?]
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