Edgartown Golf Club

Edgartown Golf Club occupies a distinctive setting on Martha's Vineyard, located near the island's southeastern corner in the historic town of Edgartown. The course was designed by Cornelius Lee and reflects the characteristic terrain of the Vineyard, with gently rolling fairways that move through coastal scrubland and native vegetation. The property's relatively modest elevation changes and open exposure to maritime winds create playing conditions that shift with the weather patterns common to this part of Cape Cod and the Islands. The layout features the sandy soils and natural grasses typical of barrier island golf, with fescue and other hardy species framing many holes. Players encounter strategic decisions shaped by prevailing breezes, which can significantly alter club selection and approach angles throughout a round. The course serves both the island's seasonal visitors and year-round residents, functioning as an accessible daily-fee facility that accommodates the varied skill levels of Martha's Vineyard's golfing community. The "Alternate Tees" designation indicates multiple teeing grounds that allow the course to play at different lengths and configurations, a common feature that helps maximize variety and playability for different groups. From these various tee positions, golfers experience different perspectives on Lee's routing and strategic concepts. The club operates within the broader context of Martha's Vineyard's limited golf offerings, providing one of the few regulation-length courses available on an island known more for its beaches, sailing culture, and summer resort character than for golf.