Chappaquiddick is a quiet, salt-swept escape just across the channel from Edgartown, reached in minutes by the iconic Chappy Ferry. Here, Atlantic dunes, kettle ponds, and pine groves frame days that revolve around tides and trailheads. Much of the shoreline and uplands are protected, including the sweeping beaches and vast grasslands of Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge and the sculpted tranquility of Mytoi, a Japanese-inspired garden tucked among pitch pines. Anglers work the rips off East Beach, kayakers slip into calm coves, and night skies arrive unspoiled by streetlights.
Residents value the island’s unhurried rhythm and easy access to services in Edgartown. Families are zoned to the well-regarded Edgartown School (K–8), with Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School in nearby Oak Bluffs. For broader errands and year-round ferries, options in Tisbury expand the mix, while county resources are anchored in Dukes County. Seasonal life brings beach-driving permits, lighthouse tours, and conservation programs; year-rounders enjoy quiet shoulder seasons, brisk walks at Wasque, and the reliable cadence of the ferry bell.
Whether you’re drawn by off-the-grid serenity, family-friendly schools, or a base for sand, surf, and stargazing, Chappaquiddick offers a rare blend of nature and convenience. When it’s time to make a move, Agent Pronto can connect buyers and sellers with a trusted local real estate professional who knows the island’s nuances.