Secluded, cheery and AC 1-BR house, only a 10-minute walk to Main Street.
Location: Nantucket Town, Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, USA (In Nantucket Town, only a 10-minute walk to Main Street.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: House
Cheerful, romantic, secluded and air-conditioned In the Lee is on a hill, one of the Island's highest points, in Nantucket Town's Old Historic District. It faces a quiet, working windmill built in 1746, which grinds corn. No other Nantucket house has a better view of this historic windmill, the country's longest continuously operating windmill.
This home is a 10-minute delightful walk--only two turns--to Main Street's shops, restaurants, movie and live theaters, post office, drug stores, grocery stores and the town's several beaches. It is only a two-minute walk to the Island-wide shuttle bus stop and bike paths. With its superb location--Nantucket's best--no car is necessary, but In the Lee has two off-street parking spaces at the end of the long, winding driveway.
Families can also enjoy In the Lee with our nearby magnificent four-bedroom house for multigenerational reunions (see listing #22624). Together the two houses are a family compound high atop Mill Hill that sleeps 12.
This tucked-away home has a tile floor and hand-hooked hand-dyed wool rugs with Nantucket nautical and floral themes, a large yard with flowers, plants and trees, an outdoor enclosed hot/cold after-swim shower, and a brick patio in the rear with a large teak table and four teak chairs. Guests cook succulent Nantucket scallops there on the charcoal grill. From tall and deep blackberry bushes on the long, winding driveway, they can pick juicy, plump berries for pies, cakes, and muffins or eat them instantly.
The caretaker lives a short distance away and responds immediately to tenants to ensure their enjoyment of the Island and this secluded home. He greets guests to give them Nantucket literature and maps. For a small fee, he will shop for groceries and supplies to stock the refrigerator before tenants arrive.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Beach towels provided too.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking : Two off-street parking spaces are at the end of the long, winding driveway.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed : Futon with eight-inch mattress and springs. Futon is extremely comfortable, tenants say.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Cuisinart, lobster pot, fish poacher, microwave oven, toaster, 10-cup coffee machine, cookie sheets--kitchen has everything guests need.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : The kitchen lacks nothing.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher : A quiet Bosch.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Grill is behind the house on the secluded brick patio.
- Deck/Patio : Secluded brick patio faces trees, flowers. It has enclosed hot/cold shower with pegs for hanging clothes while guests shower after a day at the beach.
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wifi is complimentary to our guests.
- Other Amenities
- Brick patio, large grass yard, hot/cold enclosed outdoor after-swim shower, CD/cassette player and radio, microwave oven, washer/dryer, coffeemaker, blender, cooking utensils, fish poacher, lobster pot, linens, beach towels, beach chairs that can be worn like backpacks and filled with beach towels and cooler, hair dryer, books, board games, , fresh flowers, and high-speed complimentary wireless Internet.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : No pets are allowed in the house or on the property. Owner, however, does bring her Doberman pinscher to In the Lee while she readies it for guests.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Ask owner (202-546-8171). The house has one step to the bedroom.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : Ask owner (202-546-8171).
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking and candle burning are not allowed in the house or on the property.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Ocean and harbor swimming/surfing, sailing, biking, golf, wind/kite surfing, fly and pier fishing, sports camps, nature studies, seal/whale-watching cruises, bird watching, horseback riding, crabbing, musseling, moor walking and laning, fine dining, winery tours, auctions, antiquing, star gazing at nearby planetarium, massages, and cultural/historical classes for children and adults. Make your own world-renowned Nantucket Lightship Basket in a week-long class. At the just-renovated Whaling Museum, learn about dangerous, years-long ocean expeditions Nantucket captains and boats endured.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
April $1,700/week; May 1 - 23, $1,800/week; Memorial Day week (5/26-6/2), $1,960.
June 2 - 30, $2,000/week; June 30 - September 1, $2,900/week.
September 1 - October 1, $2,500/week.
Rentals are Saturday to Saturday. Security Deposit: $500.
No smoking/pets/candle burning. Check-in 3 p.m. Checkout: 9 a.m.
Rent this home alone or with nearby 4-BR house facing windmill (see #22624).
This family compound on one acre atop Mill Hill in Nantucket Town sleeps 12.
Winter: (Oct. 1, 2012 - May 1, 2013) $1,200/month + utils. 2 people/2 cars max.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1965
The Unique Benefits at this House
In the Lee is surrounded by trees and summer foliage, providing a unique level of privacy on Nantucket. Through the front windows, tenants can view the Old Mill, the oldest continually operating windmill in the country. Located on one of the highest points on Nantucket, In the Lee enjoys unrelenting summertime breezes throughout the day and night. This beautiful cottage is very close to several beaches and to downtown Nantucket where tenants will want to shop, dine, attend theatrical performances and movies.
Property Photos
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- Secluded, cheery and AC 1-BR house, only a 10-minute walk to Main Street. - Nantucket Island, MA - Massachusetts Vacation House Rental
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- Lovely Rose of Sharon and quiet, working windmill built in 1746. - Nantucket Island, MA - Massachusetts Vacation House Rental
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- 18th-Century windmill, which grinds corn quietly, is view from living room. - Nantucket Island, MA - Massachusetts Vacation House Rental
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- Shower after swimming and eat succulent food on brick patio.
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- Futon with 8-inch mattress and springs. Living room has views of Old Mill.
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- Sleep peacefully in secluded bedroom surrounded by lush greenery.
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- Eat delicious meals in dining area. Try sweet Nantucket scallops and fish.
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- Cook sumptuous meals in the well-supplied kitchen.
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- Sailboats in the bathroom which has a washer and drier and tile shower.
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- Light, comfortable living room & dining area.
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- Guests rent 1-BR house & nearby magnificent 4-BR house facing working windmill.
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- Relax on wraparound porch with Adirondack chairs, ottomans and picnic table.
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- Boats at nearby Nantucket Harbor. Tenants can walk to harbor and beaches.
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- Water sports & Children's Beach are close to In the Lee. Guests can walk there.
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- Walk and picnic in peaceful moor in Mill Hill Park across the street.
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- Shop on Main Street, a 10-min. walk--two turns from house; no car is necessary.
Traveler Reviews (5)
Guest: Joanna, New York City
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Date of Stay: 08/22/09
Review Submitted: 12/24/10
This review is word-for-word from a frequent In the Lee tenant: My husband and I have stayed at In the Lee many times over the years. We've always found it lovely, peaceful and charming. Sun-filled during the day and blissfully quiet at night, it's truly a special place, tucked behind the historic windmill. Perfect for a solo traveler or a couple, the house is fully equipped with a washer-dryer, outdoor patio with barbecue, air conditioning, dishwasher and a private driveway. However, you don't need a car to stay at In the Lee as it's in an ideal location – a short walk to the center of town and an easy bike ride to the island's many beautiful beaches. In the Lee's kind, conscientious owner is always making thoughtful improvements to the property – outside and in – taking great care to provide a pleasant stay for tenants in the hopes that they will return. There is always a helpful, knowledgeable caretaker on call if any needs arise and the cleaning crew does a very thorough job of making the house fresh for each new arrival. In the Lee is a wonderful year-round choice for visitors to Nantucket.
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Guest: Joanna
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Date of Stay: 08/21/09
Review Submitted: 12/24/10
This review is word-for-word from a frequent In the Lee tenant: My husband and I have stayed at In the Lee many times over the years. We've always found it lovely, peaceful and charming. Sun-filled during the day and blissfully quiet at night, it's truly a special place, tucked behind the historic windmill. Perfect for a solo traveler or a couple, the house is fully equipped with a washer-dryer, outdoor patio with barbecue, air conditioning, dishwasher and a private driveway. However, you don't need a car to stay at In the Lee as it's in an ideal location – a short walk to the center of town and an easy bike ride to the island's many beautiful beaches. In the Lee's kind, conscientious owner is always making thoughtful improvements to the property – outside and in – taking great care to provide a pleasant stay for tenants in the hopes that they will return. There is always a helpful, knowledgeable caretaker on call if any needs arise and the cleaning crew does a very thorough job of making the house fresh for each new arrival. In the Lee is a wonderful year-round choice for visitors to Nantucket.
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Sun-filled, Blissfully Quiet and Lovely House
Guest: Joanna
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Date of Stay: 08/21/09
Review Submitted: 12/24/10
This review is word-for-word from a frequent In the Lee tenant: My husband and I have stayed at In the Lee many times over the years. We've always found it lovely, peaceful and charming. Sun-filled during the day and blissfully quiet at night, it's truly a special place, tucked behind the historic windmill. Perfect for a solo traveler or a couple, the house is fully equipped with a washer-dryer, outdoor patio with barbecue grill, air conditioning, dishwasher and a private driveway. However, you don't need a car to stay at In the Lee as it's in an ideal location – a short walk to the center of town and an easy bike ride to the island's many beautiful beaches. In the Lee's kind, conscientious owner is always making thoughtful improvements to the property – outside and in – taking great care to provide a pleasant stay for tenants in the hopes that they will return. There is always a helpful, knowledgeable caretaker on call if any needs arise and the cleaning crew does a very thorough job of making the house fresh for each new arrival. In the Lee is a wonderful year-round choice for visitors to Nantucket.
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Summer 2010
Guest: Elizabeth
(Aspen, CO)
Date of Stay: 07/03/10
Review Submitted: 11/04/10
My 8-week rental of In the Lee was a good experience. It is a darling little cottage with everything you could possibly wish for, although I had trouble with WiFi access. The space was great for one and would work certainly for two (although the closet is small). The cottage is clean, comfortable and well-furnished. The caretaker was readily accessible and came by regularly. The photos are spot-on. Town is a quick bike ride down the hill or a 10 minute walk away. This was my first experience on Nantucket and staying here was definitely a positive aspect of the experience.
Owner response:In the Lee's Internet connection is now excellent. An experienced information technologist with an international company has installed a long-range wireless bridge between the main house and In the Lee. He amplified the signal. All our guests must do now to get on-line is plug in their computers--a password is not even necessary. Wireless Internet is complimentary to our guests. Re: the closet. In the Lee has much storage space in a bureau; deep drawers in two tables; and shelves in a bathroom cabinet, under the vanity and in the closet. That closet is so long that it has two separate doors. The house comfortably sleeps four people.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway.
Praise of Both Windmill Houses
Guest: John, Washington, D.C.
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Date of Stay: 06/18/10
Review Submitted: 08/06/10
I would definitely stay here again. The location is great. We spent several afternoons enjoying champagne on the main house's well-appointed wraparound porch watching the sunset and enjoying the breeze in front of the windmill. Also, it's very easy to get into town (a 3-min. bike ride down the hill or a 10- minute walk), and returning up the hill is enough as to feel like it's a country estate. Both the main house (Windswept) and the nearby smaller house (In the Lee) were charming inside and out and very clean. Further, the houses were more than accommodating to our large group. We were at max occupancy--12--but it didn't feel like it. The houses make for a perfect base of operations for a fun Nantucket vacation with family or friends. John
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