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Martha's Vineyard short-term rental rules (2026)

Massachusetts · United States
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Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 32 nights

Allowed, with material limits.

A highly seasonal resort market with massive summer demand.

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

ALLOWEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Stays of 32 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules here and are let as ordinary rentals.

Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

Not legal advice. The legal framework, notes and sources are in the full report.

On the horizon

Proposals and rules that are not in force yet. They don’t change Martha's Vineyard’s status above until they take effect.

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The full Martha's Vineyard rules

17 rules on record for Martha's Vineyard, 2 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: mass.gov (official), checked 7 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Martha's Vineyard?

Yes, with material limits. A highly seasonal resort market with massive summer demand.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Martha's Vineyard?

Yes, a license or registration is required.

Can I rent for longer stays in Martha's Vineyard?

Stays of 32 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules here and are let as ordinary rentals. Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

When were the Martha's Vineyard rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Martha's Vineyard on 7 Nov 2026.

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