It may be a little overwhelming when you are a first time renter looking for your perfect vacation home.  Between the ferry reservations and packing a weeks worth of beach snacks for the kids, the last thing you want to be worrying about is walking into your vacation home and being disappointed.

In many cases, especially if you’re a first time visitor, you are renting a home that you have never seen before. Of course you can look at pictures and the list of amenities online but you are never really quite sure what to expect.

That is why Sandpiper Rentals , Inc. takes special care in making sure that none  of our clients are left in the dark when it comes to renting one of our homes.   All of our agents will not rent a home unless they have seen it first hand  This is just one of the policies Sandpiper Rentals, Inc. has in place to help  make sure all of our tenants feel comfortable that they have rented the  perfect vacation home.

By offering a first hand description we are able to help place you in the perfect vacation home. So whether you are searching for a home offering classic Vineyard charm or a more contemporary escape, our agents will not leave you in the dark! It is our commitment to our owners and our tenants to help provide you with an unforgettable experience!

Chappaquiddick Island is one of the most beautiful and remote areas of Martha’s Vineyard. The name Chappaquiddick originates from an Indian word “cheppiaquidne” which means “Separate Island.”  Accessible only by ferry, Chappaquiddick is a quick journey across Edgartown Harbor and well worth the trip!

The One Time Ferry, which runs all year long, is the only way cars can access the Island.  The ferry provides transportation for pedestrians and bicyclists as well. On a sunny August day do not be surprised to see long lines of beachgoers who have already caught on to the beautiful beaches located on Chappaquiddick!

The colorful cabanas at the privately owned Chappaquiddick beach club will greet you when you first get off the ferry.

The Trustee’s of the Reservation run the majority of the beaches located on Chappaquiddick.  You will have to pay a fee to enjoy these beaches, but trust me it is well worth it! Wasque Point is a great place to enjoy ponds, the ocean and Katama Bay.

Mytoi, a Japanese garden located on Chappaquiddick is another highlight of the island.  It’s a great place for reflection and mediation. Set among beautiful trees, bushes, and flowers it offers a totally unique experience. Also run by the Trustee’s this garden is free to enjoy.

Chappaquiddick is definitely a place to explore during your stay on Martha’s Vineyard. There are many vacation homes also located on Chappaquiddick that provide you with the same amenities as other vacation homes located on Martha’s Vineyard If your looking to experience a true “getaway” Chappaquiddick may be just what your looking for!

Enjoy ocean and Edgartown Harbor views from this 4 bedroom 3 bathroom Chappaquiddick contemporary. Offering many amenities including an outdoor shower and air conditioning this home is sure to please every member in your family.

The open living, dining, and kitchen area’s contribute to the warm and casual tone  of the home.  Located only a short distance from the Chappy ferry this is the perfect  location for first timers and seasoned visitors alike.

Chappaquiddick epitomizes the true meaning of a Martha’s Vineyard getaway. This property not only offers beautiful water views from the deck but also provides private beach access. So, if you are looking to really escape this summer, this Chappy rental may be exactly what you are looking for!

Please contact me if you are interested in this property or any other of our listings on Chappaquiddick.

Hop on the On Time Ferry and take the journey across Edgartown Harbor to Chappaquiddick. Learn all you need to know about the ferry and also tour one of the fabulous rental homes located on Chappy.

Please contact me for more information on this ultimate escape and Chappaquiddick rental properties!

Photo Courtesy of: Jeff Nickerson

In a place like Martha’s Vineyard, where the views are breathtaking and the sun beckons us out to play all day, I am a huge champion of the upside down house. If most indoor hours are spent in the common spaces – kitchen, living room, dining room – then doesn’t it make sense for them to be on the second floor, surrounded by windows out to the island? I think so!

This Chappaquiddick vacation rental is the ultimate reverse level post and beam contemporary house full of beautiful wood – floors, walls, ceilings and beams, of course, with built-in shelves everywhere you look.

Featuring 3 decks, a screened-in porch, patio, widows walk, and gorgeous waterviews from the second floor. But, don’t worry, you’ll be able to get your feet wet too. The house includes Katama Bay access right at end of the road. Additionally, a shared tennis court is included with the property rental.

‘Chappy’ is the island get away off the main island of Martha’s Vineyard. Accessible only by the small ‘On Time’ ferry that only holds a few cars at a time, this isolated retreat really lets you get away from it all. Stunning beaches and ocean to the horizon await…

Contact me directly of complete information on this Chappaquiddick vacation rental house!

Chappy has just about everything you could ever want in an island off an island – sand, sun, and surf. Peace & quiet, good neighbors, a sweet community. But it was missing something (until a few weeks ago)…a great general store called The Chappy Store.

Patrie Grace and her daughters have changed all that. They’ve opened a general store that carries basic groceries with a whole food, organic presence. They’ve got homemade muffins, sandwiches, chipwiches (ice cream sandwiches) and drinks. And it’s not all food! The store also sells planters, wooden toys and sketch books and more. Dedicated to keeping it local, they’ll sell Morning Glory Farms just picked produce.

You can find The Chappy Store two miles from the On Time ferry on Chappaquiddick road. I asked Patrie to describe the store in her own words, “It’s just me and my girls…and a cute and cozy lil grocery store.”

If there is a quintessential Martha’s Vineyard beach cottage, this is it. If you aren’t familiar with Chappaquiddick, it’s a small island off the eastern tip of the Vineyard and part of Edgartown – though the residents of ‘Chappy’ consider themselves to be their own little island and village. And, now on to the perks of this fantastic cottage:

• Like so many Vineyard houses, the cedar shake shingles on this cottage become one with the sand, sun and air. As such, this cottage doesn’t disrupt then incredible views, it really becomes part of the scenery. With the windows open, and the breeze floating through, you get the feeling that you’re living right on the beach. And luckily, it’s only 300 feet away from your door!

• Still – this cozy cottage doesn’t leave you with only the bare essentials. It boasts a beautiful, fully equipped and modern kitchen, beautiful living room, a master bedroom with a queen sized bed and a ‘dormer’ with two bunk beds.

• Don’t forget about deck time! This Chappy cottage offers both a screened in porch so that you can enjoy the beach air without the sun and an open-air deck perfect for barbecues. And the views! Oh…the views. Water and sky as far as they eye can see around this charming slice of heaven!

If you’re interested in this Martha’s Vineyard Vacation Rental, please contact me! If you had something else in mind, I’d be happy to help you with that too.

Wile away the summer days on the island of Chappaquiddick.  It is a special place with many unique characteristics. This house offers what we like to call “Chappy Charm” with many updated amenities.  The views across the meadow and out to the marsh and ocean make this the perfect picture of serenity.

This house and guest house not only offer great proximity to the highly desirable south shore beaches at Wasque but also a mooring for your boat near the Chappy ferry.  Enjoy beautiful summer days and nights with the ocean breezes and lovely sunsets right from the deck and screened porches on this property.

The master suite on the upper level with an enhanced view out to the sea also has a cat walk to a screened gazebo style porch making this a lovely romantic getaway.  There’s not much more you could ask for in a Chappy rental!

For more information please contact Anne Mayhew at annemayhew@gmail.com

Some handy terms and quick explanations you should know so that you can find your way around the island and sound like an islander…

1. You are going for a vacation ‘on’ the Vineyard, not ‘in’ or ‘at’ the Vineyard.
2. ‘Chappy’ is short for Chappaquiddick, not what happens to your lips when you’ve been out in the sun for too long. Chappaquiddick is a small island that lies off the eastern tip of Martha’s Vineyard and is part of Edgartown. You can get to Chappy via a small ferry that holds a couple of cars and a bunch of people and bikes. It’s a great day trip from the Vineyard. Don’t forget to pack a lunch!
3. 5 Corners is an adventuresome intersection in downtown Vineyard Haven. It is called 5 Corners because there are 5 streets that form the intersection. Move with caution as only 3 of the approaching roads have stop signs and the other 2 have the right of way. Drive slowly, be nice, enjoy this quirky attraction, and you’ll be just fine.
4. ‘Squibby’ is short for one of the island’s beach treasures, Squibnocket, located in Chilmark as you head towards Aquinnah.
5. The ‘Flying Horses’ make up the country’s oldest horse carousel. They are beautiful and an island highlight right in downtown Oak Bluffs.
6. ‘Gay Head’ is now called ‘Aquinnah’ and it is the town at the farthest end from the ferries. It is the home of the Wampanoag Native American tribe and the stunning Aquinnah cliffs.
7. ‘Quahog’s’ are clams….so Martha’s Vineyard’s quahog chowdah is clam chowdah – only better.