The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket
House in Nantucket, MA
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 5 baths
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About this house rental
Located in-town between the Jared Coffin House and the First Congregational Church on historic Academy Lane, this wonderful home in Nantucket's historic downtown district is now for rent.
The land was originally purchased by the Folger Family in 1799 when the original house was built. The current house includes a beautifully landscaped yard, off-street parking for one car, six bedrooms with three full baths and two half baths.
First Floor: Classic center hall colonial home. Living room, large dining room, kitchen, laundry. Bedroom with two twin beds with a full private bath with a classic clawfoot bathtub/shower. Second full bathroom with a shower. Kitchen and dining room opens to the back porch and yard.
Second Floor: First Master bedroom suite with a king bed and attached half bath, Second Master bedroom with a king bed, bedroom with two twin beds, a bedroom with a single bed. Full hall bathroom with shower/tub. The bathtub is a classic clawfoot tub.
Third Floor: Large open room with one king bed and one single bed and a half bath.
The land was originally purchased by the Folger Family in 1799 when the original house was built. The current house includes a beautifully landscaped yard, off-street parking for one car, six bedrooms with three full baths and two half baths.
First Floor: Classic center hall colonial home. Living room, large dining room, kitchen, laundry. Bedroom with two twin beds with a full private bath with a classic clawfoot bathtub/shower. Second full bathroom with a shower. Kitchen and dining room opens to the back porch and yard.
Second Floor: First Master bedroom suite with a king bed and attached half bath, Second Master bedroom with a king bed, bedroom with two twin beds, a bedroom with a single bed. Full hall bathroom with shower/tub. The bathtub is a classic clawfoot tub.
Third Floor: Large open room with one king bed and one single bed and a half bath.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Nantucket, MA
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Location! Location! Location! Great spot, great location and great host!
10.0 / 10.0
This house is magical. We had such a lovely stay at this historic property for a girls’ weekend on Nantucket. The location in town with close proximity to the beach and ferry is so convenient. Can’t wait to come bACK!
10.0 / 10.0
Everything was fantastic. You can't beat the location of the property!
Only thing could be improved is the third floor bed sits on wood slats and is really uncomfortable.
Thank you for letting us rent your home.
10.0 / 10.0
Staying in this historic house in the historic district of Nantucket was just what we wanted. It was in walking distance to almost everything we wanted to see. We had no need for a car because there are taxis and large vans to take us the few places that were not in walking distance.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location. Very spacious for a large group.
10.0 / 10.0
We couldn’t have asked for a better located house for our MDW trip to Nantucket. Very walkable to central locations and it was so spacious with enough sleeping space and bathrooms for all of us. Communication was great and there wasn’t a single hitch all weekend. We already can’t wait to come back!
10.0 / 10.0
The owners are awesome and helpful, the house is old-school Nantucket; cool, interesting, not gutted and made boring.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved our stay. The owner is very timely and attentive to our inquiries and questions. We are very happy.
10.0 / 10.0
Great house for a large family, amazing location
10.0 / 10.0
This is a wonderful home for an active family. We could walk to boat trips, a grocery store, and museums, bike, drive, or take the bus to several beaches, and come home to eat around the big table. This is highly recommended for folks who enjoy the historical ambiance of the island.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing location and such a cute Nantucket house. Thank you for everything!!
10.0 / 10.0
Incredible Location and Property!
Our group had an incredible time during our stay. The hosts were very informative and the check in/check out process was seamless. The house is in a perfect location close to town, but very quiet as well. The set up of the house worked great with many different bedrooms and bathrooms split up across the group. Thanks again to Michael and Harry - we will definitely be back!
10.0 / 10.0
Party like it’s 1799!
This house is perfectly rustic, in a quiet spot just a block or two from the heart of town. Kitchen has been updated but mostly everything else is old and quaint, as it should be. Only one of the main bedrooms is “en suite” with an attached bath but the rooms are spacious and the beds are comfortable. It’s all we needed!
10.0 / 10.0
great location, helpful host
The house is beautiful because it hasn't been gutted and turned into a modern mess: it's an old Nantucket house with tons of charm. The owner was really helpful and so was his caretaker. The cleaning woman was very nice.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect in-town location
Wonderful home with plenty of amenities and all the cookware for a great family visit.
10.0 / 10.0
Family wedding
The house worked great for us. The location was perfect, within walking distance of most everything we did. There was room for all of us and it was very comfortable.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect little getaway
Our host was absolutely amazing! The house was beautiful and in a perfect location. It had everything we needed and more. Highly recommend. We will definitely be coming back!
10.0 / 10.0
Had a wonderful stay.
The location couldn’t be better. The place had a rustic charm that was comfortable, not fancy. The kitchen was well equipped. There was plenty of room for 10 people to sit at the dining table and to also spread out throughout the house when we needed space. There were a few things we’d recommend to improve: one of the king beds had a terrible mattress that sagged in the middle, one of the twin beds collapsed, and the dryer was broken for most of our stay. But overall we were very happy with the property and with Harry as host. He did his best to ensure that we were comfortable and had everything we needed. He even let us check in a day early because of the hurricane barreling up the coast! We wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
10.0 / 10.0
Girls Trip
We stayed for a long weekend girls trip
The location is perfect- could not be more convenient to walk everywhere! Great for those in our group whose first time it was to Nantucket.
There were many bathrooms and bedrooms so it was ideal for a large group
The backyard was a great place to hang out
The cleaners were not done for about 1.5 hr after check in which wasn’t ideal for being able to settle in but the house was very clean once they finished
8.0 / 10.0
Son's wedding in Nantucket
The property is nice. Would have liked it better if bathrooms were updated. Claw tub showers did not work for us and the walk in shower was very, very small. Plenty of rooms for sleeping and very nice backyard. Location is very close to town which is nice.
10.0 / 10.0
4 academy lane
My family came to Nantucket for a long overdue visit. The owner was extremely nice and helpful with any questions I had. The house is charming and well located close to town. The house is well stocked and had everything one needs to feed everyone in those five bedrooms! Everything worked; no surprises or running to the store to supplement any needs. The backyard was a nice spot to kick back and enjoy the flowers; a family of bunny rabbits entertained my two grandchildren the whole visit. Would definitely recommend this house!
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing...
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Folger House. Spacious accommodations to suit our large family to include a lovely backyard. The location was perfect. Also, Harry was great and quickly answered any of my questions. Hope to be back soon!
10.0 / 10.0
50th Birthday Celebration
A group of friends came to celebrate for a long weekend. The location could not have been better; close enough to walk to town, but tucked away enough to be peaceful. Harry was flexible with check-in/out and very responsive with any questions or needs. The garden/backyard was wonderful!
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent Stay In Town
We had a wonderful time during our stay on Nantucket! The in-town location was ideal, the historic home oozed charm, and our interactions with the owner were pleasant and productive.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect Nantucket Experience
Harry's home is a perfect Nantucket vacation spot. Teens and kids who don't drive really appreciate the in-town location, and it's an easy launching point for the "west of Surfside" beaches. Even though it is in town, Academy Lane is not a main thoroughfare, so car- and foot-traffic is light. Also, the living space is above street level, so passers-by aren't right outside the window. It's a beautiful historic old home.
The house is large with many bedrooms, which was perfect for our large extended family. Plenty of room to spread out without feeling like we're on top of one another, while offering a large dining table for family meals. We had a wonderful time, and hope to stay again in another summer.
10.0 / 10.0
Great family spot
Took the family to Nantucket for summer vacation. Great location with easy access to town. Highly recommend it.
10.0 / 10.0
Nice stay!
Great location, so close to town- we loved that. The house had more beds than we could use, which was great too. Many options for us all! Cute backyard, perfect for bringing that morning cup of coffee out to relax with the beautiful landscaping and sweet bunnies. The paper towels and toilet paper the host provided was only enough to get us through a couple of days so I would consider bringing some with you! Overall great stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location
Location is superb. The home has all the charms and challenges that go along with older homes. The owners were easy to communicate with and we had no issues.
8.0 / 10.0
Perfect location
We were in Nantucket for a wedding and this home was a perfect location for our family. Very comfortable beds, plenty of sinks & toilets but a little short on shower options for a larger group. We love old homes and this one is keep beautifully with all the charm of the old Nantucket home yet updated with modern appliances. The weather was great but one might find the older window ACs a little challenged if it were any warmer. Great owner who worked with us during our planning stage. We would definitely come back.
10.0 / 10.0
Charming, comfortable, & conveniently located.
Clean home, comfortable beds & the perfect location. We hope to visit again someday.
10.0 / 10.0
Comfortable and perfectly located
We had a lovely stay. A perfect location. Good facilities. A great garden. Plenty of hot water. We had a very happy time.
10.0 / 10.0
Great house and in town location! Super value for the money!
House is well kept, beds comfortable, tons of NE charm and plenty of room for a 12 person group.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Nantucket?
The average price for a rental in Nantucket is $1,623 per night. This rental is $522 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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