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A World Within a World. Discovering Chappaquiddick.

Chappaquiddick, an island connected to the island of Martha’s Vineyard is perhaps the most secluded yet serene area of Martha’s Vineyard. Chappaquiddick translates loosely to “separate island” and is accessible only by a three car ferry called the “On Time (I, II, & III)” out of Edgartown, or by private boat.

Wasque Entrance Last year a close friend of mine and I took the day off and spent an entire day there just exploring. First we took my Jeep over to Wasque beach (pronounced “Way – Skwee”) which is known for its  soft sandy beaches, fishing and swimming. It is currently under a vast change due to all the weather erosion we’ve had the past couple of years. One day to the next is a completely different view. Please be aware that, due to erosion, there is a chance of falling trees off the cliffs, as well as a strong current. While we were there, we felt like we had been transported to a different world. Just a three minute boat ride and gone is the traffic, the crowds, the “city noise”, and all that’s left is the beauty and tranquility of Chappaquiddick.


Dike Bridge  Next we drove to the famous Dike Bridge and the Cape Poge Wild Life Refuge. There are over 1,000 acres of wild life preserved land here, at any given moment you can find sandpipers and shore casters sharing the waters edge. This remote beach is roughly 7 miles long and you can actually drive your Jeep, SUV, or Truck on to the beach, but you need to purchase an over the sand permit in order to do this. If you don’t have a permit, or a vehicle to take on to the sand there’s a neat Jeep tour that takes you out to the Cape Poge Light House where the opening scene of “Jaws” was filmed.

 

 

Mytoi Garden
Lastly, we visited the Mytoi Gardens, a beautiful Japanese garden that is centered around a large pond. A stroll through these stunning gardens makes you realize that Chappaquiddick truly is a magical place.  It’s as if all your troubles wash away for a few hours as you discover a new world.

 

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Feature Friday ~ Light and Airy Waterfront Chappaquiddick Vacation Home

Exterior from the Pond

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When you walk into the main room you’ll be instantly greeted with wide, sweeping views of Caleb’s Pond. The open living room is connected to the kitchen and dinning room, giving the space a large, light, and airy feeling that can’t be replicated anywhere else. Just off the living room is a screened in porch perfect for enjoying the breezy summer evenings with your family or friends. Upon going up the stairs you will find a small office, as well as the master bedroom and bathrooms.

 

This three bedroom, two bathroom home offers great yard area with frontage on Caleb’s Pond. Need a kayak or a paddle board? With such close proximity to the Chappaquiddick Ferry you can hop over and rent from Island Spirit Kayak or Winds Up.

 

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Martha’s Vineyard Vacation Rental: Chappaquiddick Compound

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If you have a great big family or a huge group of friends, then this is the rental property for you. It sleeps 19! The main house has seven bedroom and two guest cottages have three additional bedrooms. Five bathrooms and, not one, but two outdoor showers round out the accommodations.

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This beautifully renovated Victorian summer cottage is minutes from Wasque Point at the southeastern end of Chappy. A nature reserve with picnic tables and endless beach, swimming is prohibited, but surfcasting is fantastic in these waters – so you’ll see lots of off-road vehicles pulling up to fish. And the property itself has tennis and water access – it’s only a 1/2 mile for Katama Bay beach.

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In the house itself, you’ll find a big, gorgeous kitchen and plenty of room to spread out, most sun-drenched on the cozy, comfy wrap-around porch. Perfect for relaxing after a ‘strenuous’ day at the beach or having cocktails before a big lobster dinner. Either way, it’ll be you and eighteen of your most beloved friends and family, surrounded by the waters of Chappaquiddick.

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