|
AQUINNAH VACATION RENTALS, MASSACHUSETTS |
 |
 |
|
|
Why Vacation in Aquinnah |
| Located on south of Cape Cod on Martha's Vineyard, Aquinnah is also known as an up island town, along with Chilmark, and West Tisbury. See the spectacular views of Aquinnah Cliffs or enjoy the fabulous recreational activities such as boating, fishing, bird watching, ice-skating and many more in this breathtakingly beautiful town. |
| |
Aquinnah Vacation Rental Information |
Vacation rentals at Aquinnah are quite pocket-friendly and suitable for all budget types. You can choose from contemporary vacation rental houses, luxurious vacation rental condominiums or condos, vacation rental cabins and vacation rental villas. Aquinnah vacation rentals offer mostly 2 to 4 bedrooms, which can sleep up to 11 people.
|
 |
| Aquinnah Massachusetts vacation rentals are equipped with modern amenities including full kitchen, fireplaces, BBQ grill, Jacuzzi, dishwasher, satellite and many more. Most of the Aquinnah vacation rental accommodations provide panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the beaches, and offer a convenient access to beaches, swimming, fly fishing, kayaking, beachcombing, sailing, hiking, biking, and surfing. Some of the resorts are ideally located to provide you 180-degree view of the Elizabeth Islands and also Menemsha harbor. Enjoy fabulous family vacations in comfortable Aquinnah vacation rental accommodations. |
| | | |
Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Aquinnah |
You might get some discounts in some of the lodgings during the month of July. Rentals are usually high in summers and low in winters. There is a security and cleaning deposit. At certain places, there is an additional refundable security deposit for a pet.
Some Aquinnah vacation rental accommodations provide wireless internet access without any extra charges. Make your reservation well in advance to avoid disappointments later for you may not get an ideal vacation rental otherwise. The charges of all the accommodations shoot up during Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year. |
| |
Must See in Aquinnah |
Visit Aquinnah Cliffs for some of the most picturesque and spectacular views of the surroundings. Also see a variety of beaches and Native American Tribal grounds. A trip to the beautiful Chappaquiddick, a very small island across the harbor from Edgartown, is equally illuminating. The winery and strawberry and llama farms are also worth a visit.
|
 |
| |
|
Sights and Attractions in Aquinnah |
| Aquinnah and the surrounding areas are a must visit to savor the natural beauty of the region. Explore the Aquinnah cliffs or visit the Gay Head Lighthouse on a summer weekend to appreciate the awe-aspiring sunset. Take a nightly tour to experience the romance of the lighthouse. The tour begins an hour and a half before sunset and ends a half-hour past sunset.
• Demarest Lloyd State Park
• Fall River Heritage State Park
• Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
• Visitor Center
• Aquinnah Cliffs and Beach |
|
Outdoor Recreation in Aquinnah |
| Aquinnah is a haven for outdoor activities and is a must visit for beach goers and the outdoor sports enthusiasts. You can enjoy several activities here such as hiking, biking, ice skating, boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, rowing and sailing.
• Ice Skating
• Aqua sports
• Hiking
• Biking | |
|
Golfing in Aquinnah |
The golf courses in Aquinnah offer the visitors all levels of play be it a challenging game of golf or for the beginners.
Situated on the Atlantic Beach, Aquinnah Cottage Golf Course provides stunning views of the 3rd green/4th tee. Golfers can play a round of golf after they warm up on the practice range. You will find amazing scenic vistas of the Table Mountain along with beautiful trails for walking and cycling. The course also features a health and beauty center, restaurant and bar.
Cape Cod Country Club offers an 18-hole championship golf course open to general public. Located on the magnificent and serene borders of Coonemessett Lake, the course offers a wonderful landscape with charming views of woods and lakes. The layout of the course is “links” type and is suitable to all skill levels of the golfers. The subtly sloped greens and a wide variety of fairways add to the pleasures of the games. |
|
|
Aquinnah Fairs and Festivals |
| The year round festivals in Aquinnah add to the area’s attraction making a visit to this scenic town an unforgettable experience.
• Arts and Crafts Street Fair
• Music on the Green
• Figawi Sailboat Race and Charity Ball
• Falmouth Road Race |
|
Dining and Nightlife in Aquinnah |
Rock’n’roll on jazz or enjoy a wonderful evening with folk music, Aquinnah offers you all. A wide variety of mouthwatering dishes and salads at The Aquinnah Shop will definitely catch your attention. It offers homemade fishcakes, burgers, healthy salads, sautéed shrimp, and lobster with rotini, scallops and many more. Looking out for some good variety of pizzas? Papa Gino's Pizza features different types of pizzas with fresh ingredients and nice toppings.
Visit Chinatown restaurants for Szechuan, Hongkong or Mandarin style food. You can also see the open kitchens to have a glimpse of how various types of dishes are prepared. Look out for a superb dining experience at this award-winning restaurant, The Colosseum, which features good quality seafood and meat with all fresh ingredients.
|
| |
Shopping in Aquinnah |
Aquinnah offers a variety of shopping stores ranging from gifts, antiques, jewelry, clothing to home furniture, herbal products and sporting goods. Shanksmare Consignment Shop offers a huge assortment of new and used designer wear clothes for men, women and kids. It also features jewelry, home furnishings, furniture, antiques, fine collectibles and beautiful dolls. You can buy them at affordable prices.
Located at Lakeview Ave Lowell, Merrimack Furniture is a highly experienced furniture store. Take away latest furniture and home furnishing products at best possible prices. The store is open from Monday to Friday from 9:30 AM to 6 PM and on Saturday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
If you want to buy some natural herbal products, Autumn Oak Botanicals is the perfect place. It offers certified organic herbs and oils to ensure the best quality of the product. You will find amazing variety of sporting goods at Atlas Sporting Goods. It features hockey, lacrosse, footwear, baseball and uniforms. The store also specializes in AT bicycles, paintball guns and skateboards. |
| |
Best Times to Visit Aquinnah |
Aquinnah is a year-round destination. See the magnificent beaches and enjoy in the cool breeze. The area has endless stretches of forest and field with superb weather conditions. The average winter temperature is 29.3° F and in summer season, 69.8° F. Located in south of Cape Cod on Martha's Vineyard on the southwest end of the island, it receives an annual precipitation of 45.3 inches.
You can see the phenomenal aerial views of the surrounding islands over here. Various nearby towns such as Chilmark, West Tisbury, Oak Bluffs and Edgartown draw many visitors all times of the year. The high season is from August to September, when rates of both the Aquinnah vacation rentals and the crowds are high. The off-season is in October and this is the time, when you can explore the majesty of nature, in peace and solitude. |
| | |
Time Zone for Aquinnah |
Eastern Standard Time |
|
|
Getting To and Around Aquinnah |
You can visit Aquinnah either by sea or by air. Usually, visitors travel by ferries, as there are no land routes, bridges or tunnels connecting the island to the mainland.
Traveling by air over the islands is truly a marvelous experience. There are various airports near Aquinnah such as Katama Air Park, Martha’s Vineyard Airport and Trade Wind Airport. There are also several passenger and vehicle services available from Cape towns of Wood Hole, Hyannis and Falmouth. You can also use cars to navigate within the island. |
| |
| |
| | | |
