Vinalhaven
Well heck, we’re on the coast and not too far from
Fishing is the primary occupation on Vinalhaven, which becomes readily apparent when you dock in busy Carver’s Harbor. There is also a vibrant art community here, and the most famous resident is probably Robert Indiana (the guy who did the LOVE sculpture). Tourism is doubtless a key part of the local economy, but it is refreshing that this industry takes a back seat to day-to-day livelihoods. You won’t find crowds or a bunch of neatly packaged activities on Vinalhaven.
If you are adventurous, Vinalhaven will provide you with plenty of opportunities however. You only need to rent some bikes and explore the island’s beauty. Once famous for its granite, you will inevitably stumble across an abandoned quarry and discover the convenience of plentiful swimming holes. There are an amazing number of pretty inlets along the shoreline and this is just a remarkable place to go without any planned itinerary. A haven, indeed.
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I was pleasantly surprised to discover that I actually had a couple pictures of this place, but one was date-stamped and revealed my last visit was fourteen years ago! So the place may be more run down or significantly upgraded – you can check it out and let me know the latest. Even though the Tidewater was a bit tattered it should be noted that the sea and winter make it difficult to keep anything sparkling around these parts.
The hotel is a family run operation and we found the service very personal. One of the best ways to enjoy Vinalhaven is striking out on bike and they rented us a pair of two-wheelers for next to nothing. The laid-back vibe of the Tidewater is right in step with the atmosphere everywhere else on this charming island. And how often do you get to claim that you spent the night on a bridge?
