Real Estate Lawyers - Martha's Vineyard, MA

Martha's Vineyard at a Glance

Founded in 1602, Martha’s Vineyard, which includes nearby Chappaquiddick Island, is an 89.48 square mile (231.75 km²) island off the southern coast of Cape Cod; together they form a part of the Outer Lands region. Often known simply as "the Vineyard,” the island makes up most of Dukes County, Massachusetts. The rest of Dukes county consists of Cuttyhunk and the other Elizabeth Islands and the island of Nomans Land.

The Vineyard is now primarily known as a summer colony, though its year-round population has grown considerably since the 1960s, despite being accessible only by boat and air.

Martha’s Vineyard is made up of six towns:

Tisbury, including the main village of Vineyard Haven in the town center

Edgartown, which includes Chappaquiddick Island

Oak Bluffs, often mistakenly referred to as Oaks Bluff

West Tisbury, the "Athens" of the island.

Chilmark, including the fishing village of Menemsha

Aquinnah, formerly known as Gay Head.

Martha's Vineyard Real Estate

When buying a home on Martha’s Vineyard, whether it is a second home, a year-round residence or an investment property, there are several things to consider. First, real estate buyers are charged a two percent tax on their purchase for the Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank. The Land Bank works to preserve and maintain public land.

There are also many tax implications to consider when buying a rental property or year-round home on Martha’s Vineyard, therefore it is important to consult with a Martha’s Vineyard Real Estate lawyer.

Getting There

Martha’s Vineyard is only accessible by air and boat. There are daily flights into Martha’s Vineyard Airport from Boston, Hyannis, Nantucket, New Bedford, and Providence. One can also take one of the many ferries that depart from Woods Hole, Hyannis, Falmouth, New Bedford, Nantucket and Quonset, Rhode Island. You also have the option of hiring a charter plane or boat as well.

Martha's Vineyard Points of Interest

The Gay Head & East Chop Lighthouses represent two of a total of five lighthouses scattered along the Vineyard and Nantucket sounds. All are fully functional and meticulously maintained.

The Flying Horses Carousel is the oldest operating carousel in the country and represents the birth of Martha’s Vineyard as a tourist destination.

Mytoi Garden is a wonderfully designed Japanese garden located in the pine forest of Chappaquiddick.

The Aquinnah Cultural Center is a museum dedicated to the preservation Aquinnah Wampanoag culture and history.

Contact a Martha's Vineyard Real Estate Lawyer

For more information on buying / selling real estate on Martha's Vineyard, MA, or if you are looking for a real estate attorney, please contact Rob D. Stewart. If you prefer, you can also telephone our offices in Boston seven days a week at toll free 866-414-0400.

Martha's Vineyard Real Estate and Community Resources

Martha’s Vineyard Real Estate and Vacation Rentals

Official Site of Martha’s Vineyard

Dukes County Web Site

Martha’s Vineyard Public Schools

Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce

Real Estate in Martha’s Vineyard

Map of Martha’s Vineyard