10 min. walk to Downtown. In Historic District. Perfect for families.

Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(84 Ratings)

House in Nantucket, MA

11 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

'Hunky Dory' is a spacious and light-filled fully equipped five bedroom home with decor and furnishings inspired by its history and Nantucket Island. Built in 1841 by mariner Joseph Lewis and recently beautifully renovated, 'Hunky Dory' is situated on a very quiet narrow lane near the working, 18th-century windmill. Located in the downtown historic district, this home is a short walk past sea captains' mansions to the heart of Nantucket town's shops and restaurants. A private enclosed backyard is beautifully landscaped with hydrangeas, lilies, and Roses of Sharon and features an enclosed outdoor hot water shower. The front of the house has hydrangeas, roses and and flowering window boxes. Hunky Dory is as charming outside as it is inside. The home is immaculate and has all hardwood floors, original artwork/photographs and beautiful Claire Murray rugs. Its central location to town and grocery stores, all a 10 minute walk from the house, make it perfect for those who do not need to bring or rent a vehicle. For those who choose to have a vehicle, the seashell driveway provides space for 2 SUVs to park side by side. My home is owner operated and not owned by an impersonal professional management real estate company, so I am available 24/7, as is my on island professional caretaking company.. Unique features are:
* FULLY ENCLOSED LARGE GRASS BACKYARD
* LARGE BRICK PATIO // 2 LARGE PICNIC TABLES AND CHILD'S PICNIC TABLE
* AIR CONDITIONING WINDOW UNITS // CENTRAL HEATING WITH 4 ZONES
* FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN SEATS 11 KEURIG AND DRIP COFFEE POT AND FILTERS
* LARGE DINING ROOM TABLE
* OFF STREET PARKING FOR TWO SUV VEHICLES SIDE BY SIDE
* LARGE DOUBLE HAMMOCK AND PILLOW
* 11 RECLINING BEACH CHAIRS/BEACH UMBRELLA/COOLER
* NEW HEMINGWAY MATTRESSES AS OF SEPTEMBER 2023
* PRIVATE ENCLOSED HOT WATER OUTDOOR SHOWER WITH RAIN SHOWERHEAD
* WEBER GAS AND WEBER CHARCOAL GRILLS WITH BARBEQUE UTENSILS
* HIGH SPEED INTERNET WITH WIRELESS ROUTER
* EXPANDED TIER CABLE CHANNELS
* 24 HOUR ON CALL ISLAND CARETAKING COMPANY
* ALL LINENS INCLUDING BEACHTOWELS PROVIDED AND EXTRA LINENS ON SITE
* WASHER/DRYER WITH FRAGRANCE FREE DETERGENT AND OXYCLEAN
SUPPLIED// IRON // IRONING BOARDS AND STARCH
* VRBO PREMIER PARTNER STATUS REFLECTS HIGH STANDARDS
* CLOTHESLINE FOR BATHING SUITS BEHIND SHED // GARDEN HOSE
* GAMES/BOOKS/DVD LIBRARY
* IN HISTORIC DISTRICT OF NANTUCKET TOWN
* SHORT WALK TO DOWNTOWN SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS WITHOUT HASSLE OF
TRYING TO FIND PARKING.
* SURFSIDE BEACH BIKE PATH AT TOP OF STREET/CISCO AND MADAKET BIKE PATHS
5-10 MINUTE BIKE RIDE FROM HOUSE
* "THE WAVE" ISLAND WIDE SHUTTLE STATION IS AN 8 MIN. WALK FROM HOUSE
* SHORT WALK TO BOTH LARGE GROCERY/LIQUOR STORES
* THREE TVS/3 HAIRDRYERS

July and August usually requires a minimum seven night stay. Shorter stays are welcome during all other months or if available during the summer. The owner is extremely responsive and happy to help with recommendations regarding transportation or suggested activities and help planning your trip. The property is owner operated with a on island professional caretaking company and on island cleaning company to handle any issues which arise during your stay. No events such as weddings, or parties exceeding the number of tenants are allowed to be held on the premises. The maximum number of vehicles allowed is two vehicles, which must be parked in the driveway. If there is an additional vehicle, it must only be parked in a paid lot.

Mass. Occupancy Excise Registration Account ID: ROC-19250467-002
Nantucket Short Term Rental Permit 011902










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Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Nantucket, MA

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Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(84 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2024
Wonderful vacation home! The owner was very responsive to all questions regarding the house and island. Beautiful yard and gardens! The house is equipped with everything we needed. Loved the kitchen layout and rest of the house. Cozy, yet plenty of room for everybody to not feel on top of each other. Easy 10 minute walk to the center of town. The perfect vacation rental!
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
I highly recommend Kathleen's place! I went to Nantucket for a week with my husband, 2 daughters and some of their friends. Kathleen's cottage is so comfortable and relaxing. She has everything you would need. The house is very roomy and quiet in a great section of the island. My teenage daughters could easily walk into town with their friends. We booked the same week for next year before we even left the island! Kathleen is very responsive and kind. Highly recommend this gem of a place.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
Our stay at the Hunky Dory was fantastic! It felt like the perfect blend of having our own charming island home and being on a relaxing vacation. The place was comfortable, clean, and charming. The outdoor shower and private yard were all my Nantucket dreams come true. The location was perfect – close enough to explore everything by foot or bike, but also quiet and peaceful. Kathleen, the host, was amazing! She was helpful and friendly, sharing all her local knowledge and ensuring we had all the info we needed for a good stay. We loved it so much, we already booked again for next year! This place is a treasure – shhh, don't tell everyone!
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
We had a wonderful stay at Hunky Dory! Everything is as advertised online and Kathleen is super easy to work with. The house is very clean, organized, and has everything you need to have a comfortable, relaxing, and fun vacation! The outdoor shower experience is not to be missed while on Nantucket! Hunky Dory is in a great central location that allows you to bike to downtown and to many of the beaches like Cisco and Jetties beach. Would highly recommend this place and will definitely be back for another visit!
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
We had a great time at this quaint cottage. The outdoor space was 10/10. The outdoor shower was a highlight and drinking coffee in the sunny living room.
5.0 / 5.0
May 2024
We loved our weekend on Nantucket. The house was easily accessible to Downtown which is where we spent most of our time. We did Uber one day to the Cisco Brewery which was great too! The house was very very clean and Kathleen was easy to contact before the stay for different questions that came up. I would stay at this rental again!
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2023
The property is very well stocked with everything you need for cooking, etc. The home is in walking distance to downtown. Renting bikes is fun with wonderful bike paths. We would stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2023
I was there for my daughters wedding. Property's location was near to Main Street both by car and walking.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Nantucket?

The average price for a rental in Nantucket is $1,110 per night. This rental is $55 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 10 min. walk to Downtown. In Historic District. Perfect for families.. 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 10 min. walk to Downtown. In Historic District. Perfect for families. pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at 10 min. walk to Downtown. In Historic District. Perfect for families.?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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