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Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket

Cottage in Nantucket with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
On Nantucket's historic upper Main Street, this home offers a serene retreat. Warm up on the slate terrace, indulge in stargazing, and unwind in the cozy first-floor bedroom or second-floor master suite with westerly views.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket

Cottage in Nantucket with kitchen and patio
Access to hot tub, laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free cottage. Other amenities include barbecues. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, bidets and hairdryers. This Nantucket cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number C0067941970

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Historic 2BR Cottage In The Heart Of Old Nantucket Town
Historic 2 Bedroom Cottage in the Heart of old Town Nantucket
Historic 2BR Heart of Town24 hr Blocked Before After Each Guest

About the area

Map
Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Nantucket Historical Association - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • First Congregational Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Whaling Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brotherhood of Thieves - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Nantucket Tap Room - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this cottage is steps away from Greater Light Garden, Fire Hose Cart House and Hadwen House. Historic Mitchell House and Abiah Folger Franklin Fountain are also within 5 minutes.

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Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Great for family stay

Beautiful property and plenty of room for the family - would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

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

Great Find

Charming and clean house. Centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alise K.

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

Great cottage

Very cozy. Great location. We’d stay here again. Lovely and comfy accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy N.

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

Lovely cottage!

LOVE this darling cottage. Luxuriously appointed and great location for easy access to town. Would definitely recommend and stay in again. The hosts were always accessible and helpful. 5+ Stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Wonderful Place to Stay!

The home is lovely - the attention to detail with the decorations inside was delightful. The location is great. The host was communicative and responsive. My family had a wonderful time here! The outdoor garden is also delightful:)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie S.

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

Lovely cottage

We enjoyed everything about this Nantucket gem-- the quiet location accessible to downtown, the tucked-away garden and dining outside, and the attention to detail evident throughout the house. A wonderful place to get away!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B.

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

Private, perfect gem of a cottage!

Everything was ideal! Porter has created a perfect, private, very comfortble, tastefully appointed gem of a get away right next to town. Great communication with Porter. I can't recommend more highly! Thank you for shar
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

June 2022

We loved everything about this house. It was the cleanest and nicest house we’ve ever rented on Nantucket. Perfect location, beautiful garden and yard, and extremely charming house. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Quaint Cottage

This property is absolutely charming! The yard is a beautiful verdant garden complete with baby bunnies. The cottage is beautiful to look at and is very comfortable. All amenities are in there. Excellent location to center of town-about a 7 minute walk to where everything is happening. Parking for one car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous, serene town house

We had a wonderful three night stay at Porter’s absolutely lovely spot! The house is located at the dead end of Howard Court and provides tons of coziness, charm, and privacy, with beautiful gardens to greet you upon your arrival. Fabulous Matouk towels made us feel very pampered, and we all had great sleeps in the very comfy beds. Our 17-year-old daughter loved the coziness of the smaller upstairs bedroom, and our other teenage daughter said that her upstairs room was so welcoming and comfortable. If you like antique homes that are meticulously kept and beautifully appointed, don’t miss out on this house! Also, the walk to town could not be any easier!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Pure awesomeness

Everything was perfect. Not much else we can say
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reagan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an amazing stay, we will be booking here again! It was perfect for our group and had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal

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

Amazing stay

The house is so charming-beautiful garden and wonderful location! The hosts were so accommodating- we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A L.

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

Lovely Nantucket home

Other than a tight squeeze for our Volvo to park, the rental is lovely and full of beautiful paintings and antique furniture. The kitchen is amazing and the entire cottage is worth the stay on the Island. We walked downtown to dinner and back. The patio and yard are a nice outdoor touch.
Kitchen
Living room
Yard
Kitchen window
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

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

Perfect Nantucket Retreat

This home is perfect for a getaway stay on Nantucket! Porter was amazing to work with as we coordinated our trip ahead of time and while we were on the island. We couldn't have asked for a more peaceful retreat for our girls weekend. The next time my path takes me to Nantucket... I would love to spend my time here!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille V.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Lovely artwork & luxurious bedding. Perfect location for access to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Nantucket Charmer!

This cottage has always been a delight to stay in! This was our 3rd time staying in this quintessential Nantucket charmer. Its location is perfect for access to town, but offers the privacy one seeks.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan o.

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

Great in town location - walk to anything!

Had a great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Perfect Hideaway

The home and location were exactly as we expected. The garden, decor, kitchen amenities, linens, appliances all A+. And the art work on the walls is exceptional, way beyond what one would expect in a rental cottage. When we had a need Porter responded w/alacrity and the problem was resolved quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha M.

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

Quaint Nantucket perfection

Absolutely charming cottage - every detail thoughtfully and lovingly arranged. Beautiful garden, artful period details, comfortable beds and towels, and perfectly situated in town. The owner is extremely accommodating and kind. This place is an absolute gem, I would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa S.

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

Perfect Secret Garden

This property has a secret garden-like feel. It is conveniently located to town. Very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

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

Quaint, Charming, and Elegant!

What a marvelous cottage this is! Elegantly decorated, sumptuously comfortable, and brilliantly located amongst the grand homes of old Nantucket! My husband and I had two lovely days enjoying the quiet beautify of this charming historic home with its lovely garden and peaceful surroundings, jaunting out from time to time to see the town and enjoy its marvelous restaurants and inviting shops. Our hosts’ hospitality was impeccable and our stay will be memorably happy for years to come.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

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

Perfect location / experience

this was our first time coming to Nantucket. The location of the cottage could not have been better. We enjoyed walking into town multiple times a day, walking to the beach, and just wandering around the surrounding neighborhood. The cottage is obviously well loved. Beautiful oil paintings and the garden was something special. If we ever find ourselves back up this way again, we will definitely stay in the same spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

The secret garden hideaway

We loved our week at 8 Howard Court! Perfectly located on the edge of town. Easy walk into town, private yard, beautiful garden and an adorable cozy cottage, couldn’t ask for more! We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Great stay!

Enjoyed the cottage and Nantucket!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023