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Stunning family home -walk to town- 2br 1.5 bath. private and quiet. Great loc.

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A dining table with a bird sculpture and a hanging lamp in a room with large windows.
A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a view of trees through large windows.
A kitchen with a large island, white cabinets, a clock, pendant lights, and a view through the windows.
A two-story house with a grey exterior and white trim, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.
A stone wall, a rustic wooden bench, and a stone patio.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51180 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Nantucket Town, MA
  • Place, Nantucket Historical Association
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantucket Atheneum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, First Congregational Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nantucket

Located in Nantucket Town, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Loines Observatory and Abiah Folger Franklin Fountain. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Nantucket Historical Association - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Whaling Museum - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • First Congregational Church - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Children's Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brotherhood of Thieves - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Nantucket Lobster Trap - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stunning family home -walk to town- 2br 1.5 bath. private and quiet. Great loc.

2 bedroom, 1.5 baths.house- Finishes by designer, Grounds by landscape architect. House architect designed. Large entry, bedroom and half bath on first floor. The second floor has a great room with custom kitchen, granite counters, cook island (gas stove), panoramic view of the island. Cathedral ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Tile shower and stone counter in bath, and queen bedroom with window seat. House is charming, cozy and beautiful. Central Air. Private patio and washer/dryer.

Patio and Weber grill at back door.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,180 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 28
Property Registration Number C0114761970

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Nantucket Town within a short 13-minute walk of Nantucket Historical Association and also 14 minutes on foot from Fire Hose Cart House. You'll also find Hadwen House and Lily Pond Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Stunning family home -walk to town- 2br 1.5 bath. private and quiet. Great loc.?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Stunning family home -walk to town- 2br 1.5 bath. private and quiet. Great loc. a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a hot tub.

Does Stunning family home -walk to town- 2br 1.5 bath. private and quiet. Great loc. have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Stunning family home -walk to town- 2br 1.5 bath. private and quiet. Great loc. have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial), which is 3.6 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard), which is around 26.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Stunning family home -walk to town- 2br 1.5 bath. private and quiet. Great loc.?

Yes, every house at Stunning family home -walk to town- 2br 1.5 bath. private and quiet. Great loc. comes with a patio.

Stunning family home -walk to town- 2br 1.5 bath. private and quiet. Great loc. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ozzie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, house was perfect for our needs and host was very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation house!

We had a great stay at this house! It’s an easy walk into town and convenient location on the island. The house was comfortable for our group of five adults. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home

The home was perfect for what we needed. Location was great. Would probably stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Real Deal

The guest house at Blue Crab is charming, inviting, and the perfect place to stay for a real Nantucket experience. The open kitchen area allows for comfortable down time, the sunny views and sweet backyard patio provide an "escape" feel, but the best part is the perfect location. Just a straight, easy mile walk into town for shopping and action, allows you to have best of both worlds...it's just a sweet and charming as the pictures show. This one's the real deal!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two glorious weeks in august

The property exceeded expectations on all fronts - it is a lovely, classy, comfortable space that worked perfectly for my wife and inlaws. It's about a 25-30 min walk to the heart of downtown and an easy drive to all breaches. Can't say enough good about it - and Heather was super responsive. I'd give it 100 stars if I could. Nantucket is still my fave place on that planet!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

michael h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall okay, water looked, tasted like that

Place was nice and tidy, however the water tasted like rust. The shower was stained from it as well as the water in the toilets with an off brown/yellowish color and the inside of dishwasher. No hot tub/jacuzzi as advertised. Clean otherwise and good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Victoria P.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

A Turn Around

When we first arrived we were unable to get in because of the deadlock and the manager phone number was incorrectly listed on the VRBO page. After many hours we were able to get in and when we finally got in contact with the manager she was very apologetic and assured us that this had never happened before and that it would be fixed in the future. So after the initial snafu, communication was great. I feel I have to note that VRBO customer service was terrible.throughout the process of trying to get in contact with the owner. The place was as described but is in need of some updates. There were some stains in the shower floor and lots of the kitchen wear was beyond its use date (pans for example). For what it cost, we expected a bit of a higher level of cleanliness. The location was great and easy to get to. There is another property within a few feet of the house which isn’t clear on the listing. The patio was great to sit on for breakfast. In general, this house was good for our purposes.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sam E.

Great visit to Nantucket island!

We had a great visit to ACK staying in Sharon's "Close To ___ " garage apartment - all four of our family fitting in very comfortably. July weather was superb, never caused us to "house bound" the entire 2 weeks. As reported the location was an easy 10 min. walk to town's Main St.; just a short dirt road bike-peddle to the Madaket Rd. bike path; and a 5 min. bike ride or 15 min. stroll to the north beach between the Jetties and Dionis west of Cliffside. Uber'd from there without any problem to the south shore beaches and Cisco Brewery. And best of all, it was a peaceful spot away from the would-be traffic congestion in town. Backyard patio fits about 4-6 people well, and was quiet if main house guests weren't in the grassy back yard of that adjacent house - never an issue during our stay. Never noisy next door although one is conscious of those guest's movements (comings/goings) in the main house. Especially loved the "upside-down" floor plan with the kitchen, living area and main bedroom upstairs to catch the breeze. Entrance hallway w/ washer/dryer closet and one other bedroom (2 twins) downstairs ground floor with garage. One full bath upstairs - note, just one shower/toilet so you have to share! Plenty of closet space in the two bedrooms though, no sharing necessary. Good responsive property manager fixed a water problem same day. Never got to the bottom with Sharon of our laundry issue though. You'll really like this location, the brightness of the house - lots of screened windows upstairs, well-architected - and outside appearance in addition to the back patio. Particularly cozy stand-alone apartment for a family of four sleeping - one queen and two twin beds. Not recommending you try to entertain 10 for dinner as you'd be stepping on one another's toes! Maybe 6 for dinner, ha-ha. Ultimately it's great for sleeping a small group who's active at the beach or one the water every day which we were. Enjoy!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty cottage on the edge of town

This cottage was perfect for our long weekend stay on Nantucket! It is about 1 mile from the shops and restaurants in Nantucket Town, which we could easily walk to. The owner also provided bikes which we rode to Bartlett Farms for the 1/2 marathon and Cisco Brewers afterward. The cottage was charming, had a large living and kitchen area and included all the amenities we needed. Perfect for our family of 4!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay in Nantucket and a great property owner

Sharon is very kind and promptly responded to all of our questions. The house is beautiful and relaxing to hang out in. When the weather from hurricane Ian blew into the island and shut down all the ferries, she graciously offered an extra night for free until we can get off the island the following day. I definitely recommend this property and would stay here when traveling to Nantucket!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The house was as billed. Very nice and met our needs. Owner very nice and hospitable

Very good Only improvement we would suggest is change to a new mattress in the master bedroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kit G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

Enjoyed the location and quiet neighborhood. Short bike ride to town for coffee and muffins. Wonderful private back patio. Conveniently located to bike paths. Definitely recommend this cottage for couple or small family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elijah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

Our family of four (w/ teenagers) staying for a week in early August. It slept all of us comfortably. Kitchen allowed for us to make all of our meals in. The place was great and had everything we needed. Close to downtown (15-20 minute walk) and also within a short bike ride of the beaches. We used the beach chairs, umbrella, cooler and bikes very often. Just note that is shares a driveway with another rental property owned by the same owner. But the people staying next to us were awesome and actually made our time more fun. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Property for Return Visit

We stayed on this property a few years go and returned again - our two children loved the 2nd bedroom being on the 1st floor and having their own space. The location is quiet but not overly remote (it's about a 10-minutes walk to town). Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a good location that's not too close to town (but close enough). We brought our car with us and found it was helpful for quick trips to the beaches and supermarkets.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brittany G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient home base for your ACK vacation

We enjoyed our stay at the Blue Crab Cottage. The home is convenient to town or either end of the island if you’re into exploring like us! Fully equipped and provided everything we needed for our stay. Sharon was wonderful to communicate with, as well. Not complaints, just a few things to note if traveling with kids: the bedrooms are on separate levels making it a little difficult with a young child. The road at the end of the driveway is dirt, so make sure you bring your jogger with big wheels if you plan to walk to town. The bones of the cottage are quintessential Nantucket. A few updates to the living room and bedding and and this will be a 5 star property!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

We loved our stay! It was quiet but close to town amd the beach. The amenities were great! We’d love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The cottage is perfectly located down a dirt road, just a short distance from town and an easy drive to all the best beaches. Sharon was extremely responsive and helpful with all my inquiries. I did have an issue with the washing machine but I am certain it will be fixed for the next guests.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Farah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, centrally located

We were greeted by Paul, who offered some tips regarding biking around the island. Paul and Sharon, our hosts, were very kind and responsive. The house was clean and comfortable and well located for us to get around the island by bicycle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location for the Stroll

We enjoyed our stay at the Blue Crab Cottage for the Christmas Stroll. It was close enough to walk into town for all of the festivities. The house was comfortable and cozy for four adults. It was very private and quiet. We would definitely recommend this rental!! Sharon was very responsive prior to our weekend for my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

caroline p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a weekend getaway!

This cute property is perfect for a weekend on Nantucket. Great location and nicely appointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation!

Our family of four had a lovely stay in this Nantucket gem. We had everything we needed for our trip, from beach towels and chairs to every the necessity in the kitchen. The location is perfect! A lovely 15-20 minute walk to town restaurants and shopping. Quick Uber rides to the best beaches on the Island. The owner of the house was responsive and super easy to work with. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy & Quaint

Such an easy, central location for biking to beach and walking to town! Perfect size for a family of 4, well-equipped kitchen, wonderful patio for morning coffee. Extremely comfortable, and we had a lovely visit to the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lauren F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Sharon made everything super easy and convenient, everything available in the house that we needed. Roofers came very early before check out that was not ideal but otherwise house was perfect and location. Would for sure rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

susan a.

A Perfect Nantucket Stroll Get-Away

This was the perfect place for my sisters and I to enjoy a Sisters and Nantucket Stroll weekend. The house was clean and cozy and very conveniently located. We were able to walk into town for the weekend festivities, and then come back to the house for some relaxation. We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend on Nantucket.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rebecca N.

Great Location and home design; sticky doors and "worn" interior

First impression was good, until we tried to gain access through the front door, which was so tightly stuck, we couldn't open it without great force, leaving us with needing to leave the door slightly ajar (and unlocked). The back door had the same issue, thus, unfortunate. Also, cleanliness would be a 5 out of 10. Towels were stained, kitchen counters were not clean, missing lightbulbs in island pendants, sofa was worn and uncomfortable, etc. It could be a 10, considering the location, AC, and some of the nice furnishings, good closet space, etc. Unfortunately, the negatives were pretty distracting. Not sure we would rent there again without some assurances that the items mentioned were completely addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018