Martha's Vineyard in March

My friend and I are hoping to take off from our families next weekend and we thought off-season MV would be an inexpensive option. The main goal is really just a change of venue for two stressed out moms. Any advice for where to stay and what to do in the off season?

Martha's Vineyard in March

Sorry ... I%26#39;m no help, haven%26#39;t been there in years. I went once in late April and it was VERY quiet ... but things may have changed since then.

You might get a better response if you post on the MV forum. http://www.mfa.org/visit/index.asp?key=3

Martha's Vineyard in March

OOOPS -- forgot to cut the proper link before posting!! Try this: tripadvisor.com/ShowForum-g29528-i562-Martha…

MV in March, Wow……..

I get over there a lot, due to clients. Right now it is very …………quite.

Not much to do, if that’s what you’re looking for.

Kelly, it really depends on what you are looking to do?

Not much seems to be open now. Just basic stuff.

The islands off-season can be chilly and grey, but it%26#39;s also potentially nice (the forecast is pretty good now) and not as crowded. If you%26#39;re just looking for quiet time, walks on beaches, etc. it could be nice. Check the MV forum for specifics from locals there.

Well we went and stayed at the Mansion House in Vineyard Haven. The room was really affordable ($129/night).

Vineyard Haven was just waking up for the season but we found plenty of things open including a fabulous book/toy store right around the corner (Riley%26#39;s) and the most amazing bead store (Beadniks). But I think the best part was walking on the beach collecting shells and rocks.

We ate a Zephyrus for most meals. The breakfast was included in the hotel rate. We even used the provided tray to bring breakfast and the paper up to the room for some serious lounging.

We took the bus to Edgartown (#1 out and #13 back) and had a lovely time walking around on the beach and at the lighthouse. Not much was open, but what was had serious sales going.

All in all it was the perfect escape. Quiet, but not deserted. Enough shopping to not be bored. Beautiful scenery and human friendly architecture. We ate well and slept well and were restored by all the friendly people we met.

Can%26#39;t wait to do it again next spring.