OUR COMMUNITY

Marion and Mattapoisett are small, picturesque waterfront communities that we like to consider to be one the South Coast's best kept secrets. These coastal towns have something to offer all ages: sailing, tennis, golf, art, beautiful beaches, gift shops, and restaurants. Visitors come from near and far to experience such events as the Marion to Bermuda Race, Buzzards Bay Music Festival, the Marion Antique Show, and Mattapoisett's Harbor Days. Marion and Mattapoisett are conveniently located just one hour from Boston (also close to the MBTA commuter rail into the city), 40 minutes from Providence, and 40 minutes from Hyannis. Also, the ferry to Martha's Vineyard is just 15 minutes away in New Bedford. We have all of the attractions of Cape Cod, but without the tourists and traffic. Come and see for yourself!

MARION

ACTIVITIES

Kittansett Club: One of America's most renowned, private golf clubs

Little Marion Golf Course: a public 9-hole golf course

Beverly Yacht Club: a private yachting club for sailing enthusiasts, home of the Marion-Bermuda Race.

Sippican Tennis Club: a private club offering 8 clay courts, professional lessons, a junior program, and tournaments.

Marion Indoor Tennis Club: 3 courts that are open September-May to adults and juniors.

Piney Point Beach Club: a private, sandy beach with clubhouse, snack bar, basketball and tennis courts.

Marion Recreation Department

Town Beaches: Silvershell Beach, Planting Island Beach

SCHOOLS

Pre-School: The Loft School, Project Grow, Countryside Child Care, Children's Academy

Elementary School: Sippican School (grades K-6)

Middle School: Old Rochester Junior High (grades 7 & 8)

High School: Old Rochester High School (grades 9-12)

Tabor Academy (grades 9-12): Known as the "school by the sea," Tabor is a private preparatory boarding and day school, home to students from all over the world, offering accelerated academics, competitive sports, and an enriched educational experience. Tabor also offers one of the most popular summer programs in New England, for children ages 6 and up.

 

OTHER INTERESTS

Sippican Historical Society

Marion Art Center

Marion Garden Club

Elizabeth Taber Library

Marion Natural History Museum

Sippican Lands Trust

 

TOWN FACTS

Population: 5,123 residents

Land Area: 14.6 square miles

Median Home Price: $494,981

 

MATTAPOISETT

ACTIVITIES

The Bay Club: a private, premiere residential golf community with restaurants, tennis, pool and many other activities.

Reservation Golf Club: private 9-hole course with views of Mattapoisett harbor.

Mattapoisett Casino Tennis Club: tennis and social club rich in history.

Mattapoisett Yacht Club: a private club for sailors, racers, and cruisers alike.

Mattapoisett Recreation Department

Mattapoisett YMCA (Camp Massasoit)

Town Beaches: Mattapoisett Town Beach, Leisure Shores

 

SCHOOLS

Pre-Schools: Shining Tides, Project Grow, Little People's College

Elementary: Old Hammondtown (grades K-3), Center School (grades 4-6)

Middle School: Old Rochester Junior High School (grades 7 & 8)

High School: Old Rochester High School (grades 9-12)

 

OTHER INTERESTS

Mattapoisett Free Public Library

Mattapoisett Lands Trust

Harbor Days: a week-long festival with artisan booths, live entertainment, a raffle, silent auction and lots of food and fun for all ages.

 

TOWN FACTS

Population: 6,330

Land Area: 16.5 square miles

Median Home Price: $449,000