MV Edgartown
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Location:

 40°23.13 N  70°29.74 W

Anchorages:

bulletSoutheast of harbor entrance in 10-15 feet of water
bulletSouth of entrance to Katama Bay in inclement weather;  call harbor master (VHF 74) to request inclement anchorage as Katama Bay is currently closed
bulletTown moorings available through harbor master

Marinas:

bulletTown Marina;  call harbor master (VHF 74)

Cruiser Amenities:

bulletDinghy dock:  immediately in front of Navigator Restaurant
bulletDinghy dock:  south of Edgartown Marina
bulletGarbage cans near both dinghy docks
bulletPublic Library:  $10 tourist card enables full access to CLAM system on all islands;  best value of all our summer entertainment

Transportation:

bulletTown bus free to Stop N Shop (#11)
bulletIsland buses to most island locations and events
bulletAirport
bulletTaxis
bulletCar Rental
bulletBikes for $20/person per day;  good bike trails on mostly flat roads

Provisions:

bulletStop N Shop for grocery items;  take #11 bus free from Mayhew Lane at port
bulletAl's Package Store, 258 Upper Main Street, for alcoholic beverages across from Stop N Shop
bulletMV Gourmet Cafe & Bakery on Main Street:  all types of upscale bakery items

Attractions:

bulletGood natural harbor;  rolly in N-NE winds
bulletBest sunsets of summer from anchorage over Edgartown
bulletScenic upscale town;  outstanding gardens and flower boxes everywhere
bulletBike to Dike bridge on Chappaquiddick Island for photo op;  visit Japanese gardens at Mytoi on return ride
bulletBuy one day bus fare ($6) to visit western end of island to visit Gay Head and Menemsha
bulletAgriculture Fair in August;  2005 was the 144th
Internet Access: Both wireless and land terminals at Edgartown Public Library.  Use 15 minute express line to check on emails.  Unlimited wireless connection even after library closes.

Restaurants:

Busy during summer season.  We sought good quality local fare at
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Mad Martha's for best ice cream in US;  be sure to read the legend of Mad Martha posted on the wall

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The Wharf Restaurant, 5 Main Street, across from Navigator

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Dairy Queen, the only fast food on the island, located across from Stop N Shop

            

       

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