The 7.5-acre oceanfront south shore property in West Tisbury and site of the first gunning club has been held by the same family for more than 50 years. The asking price is $11.5 million.

On Thursday, July 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Cottagers Inc. will present their 31st annual benefit house tour. The houses represent a diverse group in style and age. Some remain similar to the original houses built during the 18th century, while others are newly built or refurbished homes with current amenities.

Nina Harrison purchased 8 Guerin Lane in Chilmark from Laura L. Reid for $911,000 on June 16.

The popular Circuit avenue tavern is undergoing renovations following a change in ownership. The new owners are Larkin and Jacqueline Stallings, longtime seasonal residents.

A plan to convert an old house off Water street in Vineyard Haven into affordable apartments will require review by the Martha’s Vineyard Commission as a development of regional impact. The location near the Five Corners intersection was a primary concern.

Years ago, in the latter part of the 19th and early part of the 20th centuries, some houses were given names in Edgartown. Blow Out Villa on Upper Main Street is one you might have missed.