New England Yacht Charters and Coastal Atlantic Sailing Areas

From the bright lights of the big apple to the quaint coastal villages of New England and Nova Scotia, the North Atlantic coastal cruising area is stimulating.

Featuring idyllic light houses, cultural heritage, nautical history, fishing towns, wide sandy beaches and seasonal changes, North Atlantic yacht charters will peak your senses. Each cruising area has something special to offer, but all have wonderful sights and experiences between a variety of scenic ports and islands.

Scroll down to learn more about the recommended charter destinations. On a private yacht charter, you can design your own special itinerary with the captain. And if you charter a motor yacht you will be able to travel faster and hence to more destinations. The chart below shows the areas the a New England or other North Atlantic Coastal charter would encompass.

New England	Other Atlantic Regions
MASSACHUSETTS ~ Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, Cape Ann, the Elizabeth Islands, Boston Harbor RHODE ISLAND ~ Newport and Block Island CONNECTICUT ~ Mystic Seaport and the coastal Long Island Sound MAINE ~ Boothbay Harbor, Monhegan Island, Mantinicus Island, Camden, Bar Harbor, Penobscot Bay, the Cranberry Islands	NEW YORK ~ New York City harbor, Long Island Sound, Sag Harbor, The Hamptons, Montauk, Shelter Harbor. CANADA ~ Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island

Cape Cod and the Islands

Cape Cod and the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket are calling you for your dream New England yacht charter vacation! The picturesque Cape of Massachusetts is a historic 65 mile long peninsula with endless nooks and crannies to explore.

Cruising around Nantucket Island and Martha’s Vineyard you will be stunned by scenic New England beauty and fascinated by it’s rich history that spans back to the early 1600’s. There is no better way to enjoy these charming New England locations than from a private sailing or motor yacht.

Created from the same ancient glacier as Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard beckons those who appreciate the graces of a time gone by. Sandy dunes, white picket fences, and quaint seaside villages are yours to enjoy whilst on your dream New England yacht vacation.

Nestled 7 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Martha’s Vineyard is chock full of quaint villages, history, and pristine natural vistas. Named in 1602 by Captain Bartholomew Gosnold in honor of his newborn daughter Martha and the wealth of wild grapes growing, Martha’s Vineyard is a favorite retreat for those who know how to savor the good life.

Like historic architecture? Explore sea captains mansions and see what ports of call inspired their homes. Be amazed by the 330 gingerbread cottages that speckle Trinity Park with their candy-cane palettes, decorative shingling, and ornamental structures.

Perhaps pastoral sanctuaries suite you better. Go Up-Island and you will find the hamlet of Menemsha, filled with charming fishing shacks, local crafts, and antique shops. Stone fenced farms will surround you as ocean vistas draw your eyes to the horizon. Your yacht captain can take you ashore at any Martha’s Vineyard harbor to explore until your heart’s content.

Just a few things to do while visiting  Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod on your private yacht vacation

Nantucket Island

Given its name by the Native Americans who first inhabited the island, Nantucket translates to “the far away island”. Once a booming whaling town, little has changed since the first settlers landed here in the 17th century.

Nantucket proudly sites 30 miles off the coast of Cape Cod.

Nantucket has the distinction of the entire island being designated an historical district. This lets you become totally immersed in days gone by, with cobblestones, white picket fences, and cedar cottages adorned with scented flowers. No New England vacation is complete without visiting Nantucket Island at least once.

Preservation has been taken to a high art here, and you will be transported back in time to a place that you thought only existed centuries ago.   Say good-bye to stoplights, strip malls, and fast food chains. Say hello to romantic strolls below gas-lit streets, world-class food, and an island that has been designated 50% conservation land.

Natural beauty rules on Nantucket. All her cranberry bogs, moors, and beaches are protected to ensure you that future generations will be just as enchanted as you were on your first yacht charter visit.

Just a few things to do while visiting Nantucket on your private yacht vacation…

Annual Nantucket Events…think about scheduling your charter around one!

Block Island, Rhode Island

“One of the 12 Last Great Places in the Western Hemisphere”
– the Nature Conservancy

Come explore these wonders and more on Block Island

Activities on Block Island