need to know about MArtha’s vineyard and jade house bnb

COVID PRECAUTIONS

• Martha’s Vineyard modifies COVID-19 precautions based on infection rates. 
• With new variants emerging, we urge all to wear masks indoors, stay up-to-date with vaccines and boosters. Please get tested if you experience symptoms.
• We ask that all our guests are fully vaccinated and observe all current precautions. 
• We have put in place stringent cleaning and disinfecting procedures in our bed and breakfast home. 
• Many restaurants are short staffed. some have take out, outdoor eating and now dining in. We encourage supporting their efforts with our patronage and patience.
• We are committed to maintaining not only our health, but also the health of our guests and of the community. 

TRANSPORTATION 

• The only way to get to Martha's Vineyard is by ferry or plane. There are several ferry lines that passengers may use to get to MV. 
• IMPORTANT! The Steamship Authority in Woods Hole is the only way to bring a car. Advance reservations are required and fill early.
• The Steamship Authority opens general Vineyard automobile online reservations for May through October on January 24, 2023 at 5:00 a.m. EST
• Reservations may be made online, phone, or postal mail starting January 31, 2023 at 7:30 a.m. EST.
• The SSA phone number 508 477 8600. If you don’t book early, it is extremely difficult to get a car reservation. You then can book and waitlist for a preferred day or time.
• We are located near the airport, where car rental is available. 
• Public transportation on the VTA bus line linking the entire Island is nearby. Car and bike rentals, bus and boat tours, taxis and Uber/Lyft are available. 

LOCATION

• JADE House Bed and Breakfast is located in West Tisbury, near the Edgartown border, outside of the center of Vineyard towns.
• It is in a quiet residential area close to local bus service and the bike path. and is within walking distance of the airport. 
• Daytime biking is great and there is nearby public transportation.
• To get to Martha’s Vineyard’s many sights, beaches, activities and to experience the different towns most people find it best to have a car. 

BREAKFAST SERVICE AND PRIVILEGES

• We serve healthy homemade, locally sourced breakfasts sensitive to your individual dietary needs.
• Snacks, coffee and tea service and cold water bottles are always available in a small refrigerator in the den. 
• Please note that no outside food may be brought into our home. 
• Guests do not have kitchen privileges: no access to our refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave or grill.
• You are welcome to bring take out food to the deck to eat.