Nantucket Town stay.A stay at this Nantucket Town vacation home places you steps from Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Francis Street Beach. Maria Mitchell Aquarium and The Old Mill are also within half a mile (1 km).
Nantucket Historical Association - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Cru - 14 min walk
Brotherhood of Thieves - 14 min walk
Handlebar Cafe - 10 min walk
The Rose and Crown - 13 min walk
Island Coffee - 14 min walk
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 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown
Summary:
Welcome to your private Nantucket cottage, a 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat for up to 4 guests, just steps from downtown. Part of one of Nantucket's oldest properties dating to circa 1755, this character-rich cottage offers a warm, lived-in feel with mostly carpeted living spaces, a cozy layout, and 1 off-street parking spot included. This listing is for the cottage house only. The main house on the property is rented separately and may be occupied by another group during your stay.
The Space:
🏠 Private Cottage | 🛏️ 2 Bedrooms | 🛁 1 Bathroom | 👥 Up to 4 Guests
Single-story historic cottage on the same lot as a circa 1755 main house in Nantucket's Historic District. Approximately four steps lead from the shell driveway to the front entry stoop, with no railing. Once inside, the entire cottage is on one level with no interior stairs. Living spaces and bedrooms are mostly carpeted, adding to the warm, classic Nantucket character of the home. The cottage has its own small outdoor area, partially enclosed by a fence that separates it from the main house. The main house is rented separately and may be occupied by another group during your stay. This home is not ADA accessible.
FEATURES
🚗 Parking: 1 designated off-street spot. This is your only parking option, street parking is not available. Please use your assigned spot only.
🍳 Kitchen: Fully stocked with essential cookware
🛏️ Bedding: Memory foam mattresses and quality linens
📶 High-Speed WiFi
🧴 Toiletries: High-end essentials
🧶 Living spaces and bedrooms are mostly carpeted
🛏️ Bedroom And 🛁 Bathrooms Layout
Main Floor:
🛏️ Bedroom 1: 1 Queen bed
🛏️ Bedroom 2: 2 Single beds
🛁 Bathroom 1: Full Bathroom, glass shower stall
🛋️ Living Room
🍳 Kitchen
OUTDOOR SPACE
🌿 Small private outdoor area
ACCESSIBILITY
Stairs: Approximately 4 steps from driveway to front entry stoop, no railing. No interior stairs once inside
Floors: 1
Elevator: No
Step-free entry: No
Note: This home is not ADA accessible. The historic structure features a front stoop with no railing and a bathroom with no grab rails or bench seating.
Host Information:
Stay Heirloom professionally manages a collection of handcrafted homes designed to bring your group together. Our spaces are more than just a place to stay. They are a source of lasting memories. If you love this listing, but you are looking for something you don’t see here, please inquire!
Guest Access:
Please note that the cottage house is one of two rental structures located on the property. Each structure is private with a dedicated outdoor space enclosed by a fence. The main house is rented separately from the cottage house and may or may not be occupied by another group during your stay.
Unfortunately this home is not ADA accessible.
The Neighborhood:
Our home is located just a brisk walk from downtown Nantucket; great restaurants and shops are just a few steps away! The shoreline is close by, with the popular Jetties Beach just a 10 minute bike ride through town. Our home’s location is perfect for those looking to get the best of both worlds; the hustle and bustle of the community center and the reprieve of an island getaway.
Beaver is located in the Historic District Near downtown, the home is about 2500-3000 steps to downtown
Getting Around:
Want to explore? We’ve got you covered. Downtown Nantucket is a brisk walk away, but if you’re looking to adventure to other parts of the island, there are several different transportation options near us. There are two bike rentals within a 15 minute walk from our home; Young’s Bicycle Shop and Sandy Pedals Bikes. But, if cycling isn’t your speed, Affordable Rentals is also a 15 minute walk away in Downtown. Just remember to bike safely and wear a helmet!
Other Things to Note:
*IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS*
-We have a minimum age requirement for booking this rental. Reservation holder must be 21 years or older.
-We request that guests complete a guest verification process and sign an additional agreement prior to receiving any check-in information.
-We require that guests provide a valid credit card and piece of ID for identification purposes only.
-We do not accept peer-to-peer payment systems or any prepaid debit cards as methods of payment.
-Pets are not allowed at this property.
-Mailing packages to the premises is not permitted.
-We use Arlo/Hikvision and Noise Aware in our homes. Arlo/Hikvision is a video recording system that has been installed at the front/back doors of the home’s EXTERIOR ONLY, for your safety. NoiseAware is a decibel monitoring system that we use to keep in accordance with local noise regulations.
Permit Number: 018600
Interaction with Guests:
You will have complete privacy here. Should the rare maintenance issue occur, our ground team is available to assist. Check in is keyless; no need to worry about lost keys!
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Rules
• Reservation holder must be over 21 years of age
• No smoking
• No pets
• No parties or events
Pets
No pets 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number C0334551970
Property is also known as
64945ade0b3f6a0035aaece1
Frequently asked questions
How close is Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown to the airport?
This vacation home is 2.5 mi (6-min drive) away from the Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Francis Street Beach and 1 mi (3-min drive) from Children's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown to downtown Nantucket?
This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Nantucket.
Historic 2BR Nantucket Cottage | Walk to Downtown Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
My kids and I absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful little home. It was perfect for what we needed. It was clean, bright and we felt perfectly comfortable staying there. I only wish we could've stayed there longer. We will be returning to the area this summer and I hope to book this home again.
Frank T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review
4/10 Poor
kirsten r.
Aug 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
non existent backyard, broken closet door, share outdoor shower in the main house backyard, good parking, updated bathroom