Chappaquiddick Island is a small island off the eastern end of the larger island of Martha's Vineyard and is part of the town of Edgartown, Massachusetts. The two islands are connected, along their southern coast, by a narrow barrier beach not accessible by paved roads. The southeastern point of this beach is called Wasque Point – a popular fishing point to catch bluefish, striped bass, etc. A privately owned bargelike ferry called the On Time shuttles three cars at a time between Chappaquiddick and downtown Edgartown, on Martha's Vineyard. For information on Martha's Vineyard real estate and vacation rentals, visit http://www.SandpiperRealty.com

The island's seaport, where the Steamship Authority ferries deliver cargo and visitors, and the center of year round trade, also the home of the world famous Black Dog Tavern and the gracious Tall Ship Shenandoah. For more information on Tisbury, Vineyard Haven or Martha's Vineyard real estate or vacation rentals, visit http://www.SandpiperRealty.com

Geologists state that the colorful clay cliffs were created by the weight of glaciers pushing them up from far below the earth's surface. The town is home of the Wampanoag Indian tribe; stop at the Wampanoag Tribal Council on your way to enjoy the fantastic views from the cliffs and learn a little tribal history. For more information on Aquinnay, Gay Head Cliffs and Martha's Vineyard real estate and vacation rentals, visit http://www.SandpiperRealty.com

A rural community retaining the old farming character for the island; don't miss the Mayhew Chapel - a memorial to the "Praying Indians" - Cedar Tree Neck, a 300 acre tract of conservation land, the new Agricultural Hall - home to the County Fair and the Old Grist Mill and Mill Pond. For more information on West Tisbury or Martha's Vineyard real estate or vacation rentals, visit http://www.SandpiperRealty.com

Endearing Victorian cottages, in brightly painted fantasies of gingerbread, surround the Tabernacle. Excellent recreation for all ages at the Flying Horses Carousel, the oldest operating merry-go-round in the country and Ocean Park at the concerts in the Gazebo. For more information on Oak Bluffs or Martha's Vineyard real estate or vacation rentals, visit http://www.SandpiperRealty.com

Rolling hills offer magnificent vistas along island roadways; meander down to Menemsha and enjoy an afternoon in a quaint, working fishing village ... at the beach, fish markets, shops and great seafood restaurants. For more information on Chilmark, Martha's Vineyard real estate and vacation rentals, visit http://www.SandpiperRealty.com

An elegant seaport village, originally the whaling capital of the island, now a tourist haven famous for its world renowned yachting, numerous historic white clapboard houses, and quaint shops. Take a 2-minute trip on the "On Time" ferry to Chappaquiddick and enjoy some of the most beautiful beaches and conservation land the Vineyard offers. For more information on Edgartown, real estate and vacation rentals, visit http://www.SandpiperRealty.com