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Visiting Island Alpaca
GPS Coordinates: 41 d 25'23.09" N 70 d 36'22.12" W elev 13 m - For Satellite Map click here!
2023-2024 OPEN YEAR ROUND- 7 DAYS A WEEK EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR!
10 am-4 pm, Open New Years Day 2024, 10-4pm.
Masks are not required, but are welcomed while visiting the farm and thank you!
Special Note: Farm may open earlier and close later by chance.
Free admission now through Friday, April 26th, 2024. Any donation is welcomed! Thank you!
$8 pp admission for children and adults, from April 27, 2024 to Sunday, November 3, 2024. Free admission from Monday, November 4, 2024 to Friday, April 26, 2025.
For Special VIP Pass Options click HERE!
If you require special assistance, in season, please inquire at the welcome booth upon arrival, or call us, off season, so that we may open our staff entrance so that you may park closer. 508-693-5554 - (508-423-1443 Cell)
You may also view our Workshop and Event Calendar for a current schedule. Other hours available by appointment, please call. Open rain or shine! Click here for current island weather.
Please find two helpful posts of visitors to our farm, here, and another here!
Please enjoy this following video of Martha's Vineyard!
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Visiting by Car:
Island Alpaca is located just south of Cape Cod, on the Island of Martha's Vineyard, off the coast of Massachusetts. We are just 2 miles from the Vineyard Haven Steamship Authority Ferry, and the Fast Ferry and 4-1/2 miles from the Oak Bluffs Steamship Authority Ferry, and the Patriot Ferry in Falmouth. For Ferry travel information visit the Steamship Authority website. More information on traveling to the island below.
From Up Island: From West Tisbury/Edgartown Road, take the first left past the airport onto Barnes Road. At the roundabout turn left onto Edg-VH Road westerly towards Vineyard Haven. Travel 2/10 of a mile and turn left onto Head of the Pond Road. Entrance is the first drive on the left (Look for Alpaca Avenue road sign.)
From Vineyard Haven: From State Road take Edg-VH Road. Travel 2 miles and turn right onto Head of the Pond Road. Entrance is the first drive on the left (Look for Alpaca Avenue road sign.) Warning: Do not take a left onto Head of Pond Road; another road with a very similar name!
From Oak Bluffs: From the start of Circuit Avenue, travel appx. 4 miles, (road turns into Barnes Road). At the roundabout turn right onto Edg-VH Road that goes in the direction of VH. Travel 2/10 of a mile and turn left onto Head of the Pond Road. Entrance is the first drive on the left (Look for Alpaca Avenue.)
From Edgartown: From the start of Triangle in Edgartown, travel along Edg/VH Road appx. 4 miles. At the roundabout drive until you get to the road across from you that leads in the direction of VH., 2/10 of a mile and turn left onto Head of the Pond Road. Entrance is the first drive on the left (Look for Alpaca Avenue.)
Park and follow the alpaca signs to the barn!
SPECIAL NOTE IN WINTER: If snow or icy conditions exist please park at the second entrance at the barn. Please leave all pets at home or in your car, with the windows open!
 Visiting by Bus:
(It's easy, economical and environmentally friendly!)
By Bus: Island Alpaca is easily reached by Vineyard Transit Bus Route #1 from Vineyard Haven, or Bus Route #7 or #9 from Oak Bluffs. (Our location is where the #1 appears on the #1 Bus Route Map)
Take the following routes:
From Vineyard Haven: Take the #1 bus, and ask to get off at the alpaca farm, just before the roundabout... Walk down Head of the Pond Road and take the first left, just one minute away.
From Edgartown: Take the #1 bus, and ask to get off at the alpaca farm, just after the roundabout... Walk down Head of the Pond Road, and take the first left, just one minute away.
From Oak Bluffs: Take the #7 or #9 bus, and ask to get off at roundabout at the intersection of Barnes Road, and Edgartown/Vineyard Haven Road. Walk in the direction of Vineyard Haven on the Edg/VH road, and you will find Head of the Pond Road as the first left walking 2/10ths on the the left.
Special Note: Image below shows incorrect name of the road. The correct name is Head of the Pond Road. Please be forewarned that a GPS may send you to the wrong street, one mile away, towards Vineyard Haven, on the opposite side of Edgartown/Vineyard Haven Road.
Local Attractions:
Looking for something to do in addition to Island Alpaca Farm? Our Farm and Farm homes are close to many great attractions, activities, and areas of interest. Below are a few of our favorite things to do and places to go on the island.
Please tell the following businesses that Island Alpaca sent you!
Beaches
South Beach (Katama) is three miles of barrier beach on the South Shore at the end of Katama Road. Fine surf on one side, protected salt-pond on the other is open to all. If you are looking for looking for a more family-friendly beach, check out State Beach in Oak Bluffs. Explore other beautiful beaches on the island.
The Flying Horses Carousel
You don't have to be a kid to enjoy the oldest working carousel in the country. The challenge lies in reaching out to get a brass ring that entitles the winner to a free ride. There is also an arcade to keep the kids busy on a rainy afternoon.
Phone (508) 693-9481 | Address: 33 Circuit Ave, Oak Bluffs
Gingerbread Cottages
Nestled within the center of town of Oak Bluffs are over 180 small cottages. Take a stroll through town and see the intricate homes that are well-preserved.
Lighthouses
The Gay Head & East Chop Lighthouses are over 130 years old and represent two of the five lighthouses, all functional and meticulously maintained with tours available. For more information visit Martha's Vineyard Museums
Gay Head/Aquinnah Cliffs
A trip to the cliffs is surely a treat on nice days, where you can see the multi-colored clay cliffs. You can see views of the Elizabeth Islands and towns as far away as Newport, Rhode Island are visible to the naked eye.
Island Alpaca Farm
Island Alpaca is open daily, rain or shine, and is fun for all ages. Learn more about these extraordinary animals, take a self-guided walking tour, and watch an informative video-presentation. For only $5 per person (Memorial Weekend to November 1), it is a great place to bring the kids!
Dining:
Here are some of our favorite and the most popular places to eat on the island:
For Breakfast:
ArtCliff Diner
39 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven | (508) 693-1224
For Dinner:
For Adults:
L'Etoile Restaurant
22 North Water Street, Edgartown | (508) 627-5187
For Families:
Sharky's Cantina
31 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs | (508) 693-7501
and 266 Upper Main Street, Edgartown | (508) 627-6565
For Seafood:
The Net Result
Tisbury Marketplace, 79 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven | (508) 693-6071
For Ice Cream:
Mad Martha's
12 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs | (508) 693-9151 | Also Locations in Vineyard Haven and Edgartown.
Things to Do...other than Island Alpaca!
Trustees of Reservations Natural History Tours
The Trustees, a statewide land-conservation group, offers several fascinating 2 1/2-hour tours by safari vehicle or canoe around this idyllic nature preserve. The Natural History kayak tour on Poucha Pond and Cape Poge Bay is designed for all levels. There's also a tour of the Cape Poge lighthouse The trustees also offer 1 1/2-hour kayak tours around Long Point.
Location: Chappaquiddick Island | Phone: (508) 693-7392
Vineyard Playhouse
In an intimate (112-seat) black-box theater, professionals put on a rich season of favorites and challenging new work, followed, on summer weekends, by musical or comedic cabaret in the gallery/lounge. Children's theater selections are performed on Saturdays at 10am. Townspeople often get involved in the outdoor Shakespeare production.
Location: 24 Church St, Vineyard Haven | Phone: (508) 696-6300
Martha's Vineyard Film Society, Inc.
Established in 2002 by Richard Paradise, the Film Society is member-funded arts organization dedicated to screening the best in independent films, movie classics, documentaries, and world cinema for diverse audiences of all ages throughout the calendar year, at various screening venues around the island. The Society also presents film-related speakers, educational programs and special events to enhance this main mission and increase the public's appreciation of fine cinema in all its forms.
Golfing
Farm Neck Golf Course is the only 18-hole public golf course on Martha's Vineyard, located less than five miles from our home. It features 6,807 meticulously-landscaped lawns.
Location: 1 Farm Neck Way, Oak Bluffs | Phone: (508) 693-3057
For fun for the whole family Island Cove Mini Golf a perfect place for a night of fun with the kids. Location: State Rd., Vineyard Haven | Phone: (508) 693-2611
Biking
Take advantage of the bike trails on the island by renting bikes through Five Corners Bike Shop, where they have a selection for the whole family
Location: 4 Lagoon Pond Rd, Vineyard Haven | Phone: (508) 693-6593
Fishing/ Sailing
An Oak Bluffs, charter boat is Skipper/Vineyard Sound Charters, who take groups of up to 40 on fishing trips - good for first-timers or those who are more experienced.
Location: On the bulkhead near the Island Queen, Oak Bluffs | Phone: 508-693-1238.
A catamaran, the Mad Max Sailing Adventures, offers varied experiences for everyone.
Location: 25 Dock Street, Edgartown | Phone: (508) 627-7500
Aerial Tours/Flying
Take a scenic tour of the island from above!
Feel the wind in your hair, and enjoy the Vineyard scenery as never before, in Classic Aviator's Biplane. Strap on your leather cap and goggles and take a flight into yesteryear, with Mike Creato, 508-627-7677
Movie Theaters
While there are few Movie Theaters on the island, they offer something fun to do on a rainy day or weekday night. Call Entertainment Cinemas for the recording or whats playing this week. Check out Entertainment Cinemas
Location: 65 Main Street, Edgartown | Phone: (508) 627-8008
or MV Film Center
Loation: 79 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven | Phone: (508) 696-9369
Nightlife
There are a variety of different locations to take in some of the nightlife entertainment on the island. Here are three of our favorites.
Offshore Ale Company (best pub for local beer)
Location: 30 Kennebec Ave, Oak Bluffs | Phone: (508) 293-2626
The Newes from America (cozy comfort)
Location: 23 Kelly St, Edgartown | Phone: (508) 627-4397
Sharky's Cantina (best for Mexican)
Location: 31 Circuit Ave, Oak Bluffs | Phone: (508) 693-7501
Current Events
MV Tickets
Please tell the businesses that Island Alpaca sent you!
Traveling to the Island:
Arriving on Martha's Vineyard By Ferry:
The Steamship Authority - SSA Ferry Schedules: Q2-2009. Woods Hole to Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs, Year-round, Passengers & Cars, 45 minute trip. The Steamship Authority provides the only year-round passenger and vehicle ferry service to the island of Martha's Vineyard. On Martha's Vineyard call: 508.693.9130
Address: Railroad Avenue, Woods Hole, MA
Telephone: 508.477.8600
Martha's Vineyard Fast Ferry-The largest, most luxurious fast ferry to Martha's Vineyard. Departing from Quonset Point, Rhode Island, it is the most convenient and time-saving way to travel to Martha's Vineyard! The closest Martha's Vineyard ferry to CT, NY, NJ & Western MA. Also Providence Airport & Amtrak Shuttle Service, dockside parking & advance reservations.
Address: 1347 Roger Williams Way, North Kingstown, RI
Telephone: (401).295.4040
Fax: (401).295.4930
Email: info@vineyardfastferry.com
Seastreak Ferry - New York City, New Jersey.
Seastreak, LLC. 2 First Avenue
Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
Phone: 1-800-BOATRIDE (1-800-262-8743)
Email: contact@seastreak.com
Hy-Line Cruises - High-Speed ferry service from Hyannis to Oak Bluffs in 50 minutes, April through November. Traditional service from Hyannis to Oak Bluffs seasonally, May through October. Inter-Island service from Oak Bluffs to Nantucket, June through September. Passenger-only.
Address: 36 Ocean Street, Hyannis, MA
Telephone: 800.492.8082
Email: betsyk@hylinecruises.com
Island Queen - Falmouth to Oak Bluffs, May-October, -Passengers Only, 35 minute trip,-The Island Queen is the only cruise ship sailing regularly from Falmouth Harbor to Oak Bluffs, centrally located, easy to get to, and with no hassle for parking.
Address: 5 Falmouth Heights Rd, Falmouth, MA
Telephone: 508.548.4800
Email: info@islandqueen.com
Falmouth Edgartown Ferry Service - Falmouth Edgartown Ferry "The Pied Piper" and "Sandpiper" are the only scheduled vessels from Falmouth to Edgartown and are operational from May through October. The 50 minutes trip brings visitors to the municipal wharf next to the Chappy Ferry in Edgartown's waterfront. Valet parking service is available at the Falmouth dock. Book reservations online, charters available.
Address: 278 Scranton Avenue, Falmouth, MA
Telephone: 508.548.9400
Email: piedpiperferry@hotmail.com
Patriot Party Boats - MV Water Shuttle between Falmouth-Oak Bluffs. Late night water taxi.
Address: Oak Bluffs Harbor, Oak Bluffs, MA
Telephone: 1.800.734.0088
Arriving on Martha's Vineyard By Airplane:
Cape Air - Be there in minutes. Daily, year-round flights from Boston, Hyannis, New Bedford, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket and Providence, Rhode Island. New seasonal non-stop service from New York. Discounts available for seniors and children. Voted Martha's Vineyard's favorite airline.
Address: 660 Barnstable Road, Hyannis, MA
Telephone: 508.771.6944
Toll Free: 800.352.0714
Eagle Air- Year round charter flights to Martha's Vineyard from any airport in the country.
Address: MV Airport, 02575, MA
Telephone: 1.888.993.2453
USAir - Telephone: 1.800.428.4322
Martha's Vineyard Airport-Address: 71 Airport Road, Vineyard Haven, MA. -Telephone: 508.693.7022
Helpful Publications:
The Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce Travel Guide:
For 2017-18: Click Here.
Winter Aerial View of Island Alpaca Below! ** Below photo courtesy of Tim Johnson.
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