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On Dec 28 2018, Governor Baker signed the new short term vacation rental law effective Jan 1, 2019.  Since then Tea Lane Associates, like many real estate companies, insurance companies, home owners and brokers have been scrambling to understand and comply with, the new laws for the busy 2019 summer Martha's Vineyard rental season. At Tea Lane we have revised our lease, our software, and rental system. Our policies and procedures have been updated as an ongoing project, and our accounting is now set to accommodate the changes and make the transition as smooth as possible for you.  In addition our brokers and agents are fully up to speed on the requirements and we are happy to answer any questions you have.

When I tell people where I live, the mere mention of Martha’s Vineyard provokes wide eyed "ooooo's" and "aaahhh's" and comments like  “have you met .... so and so ..." insert famous person e.g. "James Taylor", "Larry David" , or "what's his name? ... the guy from Cheers!"

Check out this three bedroom rental home that currently has all summer weeks still available (except August 14 -20).

With all the ingredients for a perfect vacation on beautiful Martha's Vineyard, this 4 bedroom 3 bathroom home on East Pasture Road includes an open floorplan, wraparound deck, central AC, chefs kitchen, outdoor shower and south shore beach access.  This gorgeous home was tastefully rennovated in 2014 and is located on a private way off State Road, close to Lobsterville beach and Menemsha Pond. Spend the days on the nearby Philbin Beach then hop on the bike ferry to Menemsha for sunset, fresh lobster and ice cream at The Galley.  Click link for more information.

Vacations are all about making memories, rent this wonderful water view 3 bedroom home in Aquinnah this summer and be sure to make lasting memories of fishing at Lobsterville beach, spectaular North shore sunsets and grilling outside on a warm summers evening after hours of body surfing on nearby Philbin beach. This house has an open and contemporary feel with great entertaining spaces, a large deck and second roof deck to really take advantage of the water view! Call or email us to check rates and availablity. Currently with many June, July, August and September weeks available. $2,000 - $3,000 /week

Available to rent for the summer season is this stunning 5.5 acre, 5 thousand square foot, 5 bedroom equestiran paradise on Martha's Vineyard. 55 foot gunite pool, gym, central A/C. Contact us for pricing and availability. This beautiful home is also for sale for $5.5 million.

New to the 2016 summer rental market is this fine 4 bedroom 3 bathroom home with heated pool and water views over the Vineyard Sound. Entertain with ease in the open living/dining/kitchen rooms. Enjoy the sunset from the lovely outdoor spaces. Short drive to Philbin beach. Currently open for the whole 2016 summer season. Click the link for more information and to inquire. http://www.tealaneassociates.com/rentals/waterview-aquinnah-127470

Vineyard visitors and renters who are planning on bringing a car to the Island this summer can book their ferry reservations online tomorrow morning, Tuesday January 11th from 7:30am (eastern time) by visiting the Steamship Authority at https://www.steamshipauthority.com/

It was a beautiful evening under the tents at the Dr. Daniel Fisher House. Many guests were happy to visit with friends and neighbors for the first time this year. Catered by V. Jaime Hamlin the delectable hors d’oeuvres were served seamlessly by her professional team while the shellfish station offering Katama oysters and little necks was conveniently situated for everyone to help themselves.