'Incandescence' - 5BR Decorator Home, Sweet Private Cottage, or Both!
- Minimum stay:Contact owner
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
The moment you drive up the circular shell driveway and see the stonework, gardens and wrap-around farmers’ porches, you're going to feel all the comfort and delight of being at your own dream home. From sunrise flooding the breakfast area until the last rays of the sun set over the moors, the entire house glows with the beauty of Nantucket’s ever-changing light. Custom built and brimming with unique architectural details and appointments of the highest quality, it is a house sophisticated enough for entertaining but comfortable enough to just kick off your flip flops, put on some music and relax after a tough day at the beach. “Incandescence” is decorated in a warm English country style with plenty of antique pine and chintz and a collection of vintage Ralph Lauren linens. And although this large house comfortably sleeps 12, it is chock full of unpretentious places, intimate spaces, and the quirky little hideaways that make a classic Nantucket home linger forever in your memory.
The Bedrooms and Baths
'Incandescence' is spacious enough for two or even three families to vacation together. Each of the five bedrooms has its own beautifully tiled en suite bath, and there are two half baths off the 'public' rooms.
The huge master bedroom on the second floor boasts a private covered balcony and a spa-sized, luxurious, tumbled-marble bath with a jacuzzi tub, from which there are beautiful views across Tom Nevers and out to sea. The master bath also has his & her sinks and a large two-person, glass-enclosed shower with double shower-heads and multiple wall jets.
Two of the bedrooms on the first floor - one with a king bed, and one with a full/double plus a futon that opens to another full/double - are off a large, private, tiled hallway. Both bedrooms are large (particularly the king), and could easily serve as second 'masters.' Another bedroom - with two twin beds (which can be made up as one king, on reqest) - is off the living area. The fifth bedroom with a queen bed is on the second floor.
The 'Living' Areas
The living room features cathedral ceilings, high gable windows, a wood burning fireplace, and French doors out to the deck, which is equipped with table, chairs, umbrella, gas grill and an outdoor shower. A wonderful gourmet kitchen with butter-yellow glazed cabinetry, limestone counters and stainless steel appliances awaits your culinary flair; an open floor plan to the large dining area allows hosts and guests to feel equally at home. Off the kitchen is a charming, inviting family room with stereo, a brand-new 47' flat-screen TV and games for the whole family, plus a gas-fired fireplace to take the chill off those late summer nights. Air conditioning, cable, high speed Internet, and WiFi allow you to remain comfortable and stay in touch, even on the “Far Away Land.”
The Location
Located in Tom Nevers, minutes from the Ocean, the bike path into town, a shuttle bus stop, and a short five minute drive into Siasconset, this brand new home allows easy access to all the pleasures of Nantucket summers even while sitting serenely on 3 private acres. There are lovely distant ocean views from the second and third floors. From the easily accessed widow’s walk, enjoy views of the South Shore, the Cranberry Bogs, Low Beach and Sankaty Lighthouse. Pull up a rocking chair on the front porch, grill the day’s catch on the back deck barbecue, enjoy outdoor games in the spacious backyard, and delight in the best of Nantucket!
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Bedroom Breakdown
Bedroom # Bed Type On Floor
(1) King Floor 1
(2) Queen Floor 2 (Master BR)
(3) Queen Floor 2
(4) Full +Futon Floor 1
(5) 2 Singles Floor 1 (can be made up as a King)
2013 Weekly Rates for 'Incandescence'
May 3-17 (2-night min) $1800 for 2 nights ($750/night plus $300 cleaning fee), $600/night for additional nights
May 27 - June 2 (2-night min.) $1900 for 2 nights ($800/night plus $300 cleaning fee) $650/night additional nights
June 2 - June 9, 2013 $4500, or $900/night weekend nights, $800/night weekday nights (3-night min) + cleaning fee (Spring Restaurant Week June 3-9. http://www.nantucketrestaurantweek.com/participating-restaurants.htm)
June 16 - June 22, 2013 $5500 (Sunday to Saturday, 6 nights) (rate is for 6 nights, cleaning fee included)
August 24 - August 31, 2013 $6500
August 31 - Sept 7, 2013 (Labor Day week) $6000
September 7 - 14 $5000/week, or $900/night weekend nights, $800/night weekday nights
September 22 - 28 (Sunday to Saturday, 6 nights) $4500, or $900/night weekend nights, $800/night weekday nights (3-night min.) (Nantucket Fall Restaurant Week is Sept. 24-30, 2013. http://www.nantucketrestaurantweek.com/participating-restaurants.htm)
October 5 -31, 2013 $4000/week, or $600/night (3-night min.)
The above weekly rates are inclusive of cleaning fees. There is a $1,000 refundable security deposit for all rentals.
Available year-round, including THANKSGIVING, CHRISTMAS, NEW YEAR'S and the DAFFODIL and WINE FESTIVALS in the Spring. For dates not specifically posted, please inquire.
Our 2013 Visitor Loyalty Program
Any guest who has stayed in Incandescence for a week or more in previous seasons receives a 5% discount on our posted weekly rates for 2013 - a savings of up to $350.
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Sorry, no pets. But we invite you to consider 'Lesser Light' -- our dog-friendly cottage. Click here for details: http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p936025
Multi-generational groups might consider renting 'Lesser Light' (HomeAway #936025) along with 'Incandescence.' 'Lesser Light' is a separate COTTAGE, privately set about 300' down a meandering stone path bordered by wildflowers, screened from view from the house by thick brush. Charming (in a different, more countrified way than the house) w/ cathedral ceilings and stained pine details. Fully-equipped kitchen (including DW), washer/dryer, main room w/ eating area, 1 BR w/ queen bed, separate sleeping area w/ full-size futon off the main room (behind pocket doors) (a separate narrow child's bed is available in the main room if needed), full bathroom w/ tub/shower, & large, private deck w/ patio furniture, grill, hammock & outdoor shower. Sleeps 4. ('Incandescence' and 'Lesser Light' together sleep 16).
See more details about the cottage at Homeaway # 936025
Keywords: country home, private, spacious, luxury, elegant, beautifully appointed, spa bathroom, tumbled marble, gourmet kitchen, stainless steel appliances, WiFi, flat-screen, satellite, cable, Cottage, romantic, dog, dog-friendly, pet-friendly
Property Type
- 4800 sq. ft.
- House
- 3 story
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Children Welcome
Bedrooms: 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12, Beds for 12
- Master Bedroom (Second Floor): 1 queen, 1 baby crib
- Queen Guest Suite (Second Floor): 1 queen
- King Guest Suite (First Floor): 1 king
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Full Guest Suite (First Floor): 1 double, 1 sleep sofa /futon
Sleeps 4 people in a double bed + a futon, Private bathroom...moreless
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Twin Bedroom Suite (First Floor): 2 twin/ single
Beds can be made up as a king, Dressing Rm, Private Bathroom...moreless
- Third Floor loft space: 1 sleep sofa /futon
Bathrooms: 5 Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
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Master Spa Bathroom: jetted tub, toilet, shower
2-person, glass-enclosed shower, Jacuzzi tub w/view, 2 sinks...moreless
- Bathroom for Twin BR: toilet, combination tub/shower
- Powder Room off Laundry: toilet
- Powder room off LR: toilet
- Bathroom for Queen Guest BR: toilet, shower
- Bathroom for King Guest BR: toilet, shower
- Bathroom for Full Guest BR: toilet, shower
Kitchen & Dining
- Cooking Utensils
- Ice Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Child's Highchair
- Pantry Items
- Toaster
- Coffee Maker
Amenities
- Gas Fireplace
- Parking Off Street
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- CD Player
- Games
- Stereo
- Music Library
- Books
- VCR
- Video Library
Communications
- Wireless Internet
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Theme
- Romantic
- Spa
- Family
- Luxury
Location & View
Activities
- Water Skiing
- Jet Skiing
- Fishing
- Surfing
- Massage Therapist
- Fitness Center
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Wind-Surfing
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Cycling
- Tennis
- Golf
- Mountain Biking
- Library
- Churches
- Synagogues
- Marina
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Cinemas
- Live Theater
- Antiquing
- Boating
- Horseback Riding
- Sight Seeing
- Scenic Drives
- Bird Watching
- Shopping
- Walking
Other Activities
Reviews
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Bachelor Party Weekend
Bachelor Party Weekend
- Guest Rob L.
- Date of stay 05/17/13
- Review Submitted 05/29/13
Great house and owners, very easy to deal with and the house was exactly as described. Great yard for outdoor activities, and a lot of space in the main area of the house.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Sankaty Golf Trip
Sankaty Golf Trip
- Guest Lauren J.
- Date of stay 10/03/12
- Review Submitted 10/18/12
Don't bother looking any further, this is it. Perfectly accommodating, comfortable and beautiful. A home away from home.Owner response: Thanks very much! We're so glad you had a good time and enjoyed the house. Hope to have you back next year!
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Charming and spacious home close to beach
Charming and spacious home close to beach
- Guest Lynne E.
- Date of stay 06/30/12
- Review Submitted 08/06/12
We were thrilled with this lovely, expansive home close to Tom Nevers beach. We needed a property that could accommodate 10 of us comfortably and this fit the bill perfectly. The owners were gracious and attentive to our needs which impressed us greatly. We loved the location since it was very private yet only took us three minutes to get to the beach. There were no crowds and plenty of parking. It was almost like having a private beach of one's own. Having a rental on as much land as this one is made us feel like we were in our own private compound yet we were really only about 4 miles away from town. Home had all the modern conveniences that we needed and we particularly loved the deck and yard. Would definitely return!Owner response: Thank you for your kind words of appreciation. I'm so glad you mentioned the proximity to the beach and how much you enjoyed it. Many people are familiar with Surfside and Jetties but don't know or forget that there are a lot of other beautiful beaches on the island, including the one just down the road from our house (Tom Nevers Beach) which is both unspoiled and uncrowded. Thank you for being terrific guests. Ron and I took delight in your delight! We look forward to hosting you and your family again.
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Couldn't have picked a better location!
Couldn't have picked a better location!
- Guest Kristin O.
- Date of stay 05/25/12
- Review Submitted 05/29/12
Loved the house when we first saw it on the website and were pleased to see it was even prettier in person! We spent the weekend celebrating our friend's upcoming wedding and couldn't have picked a better location. We will have fond memories of this weekend and house for years to come! Thanks. Kristin, Jess, Rachel, Jordan (the bride-to-be), Andrea, Lauren, Deb, Carolyn, & MeganOwner response: We loved having you ladies and hope you'll return! Congratulations to the bride-to-be!
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I felt like we had our own inn!
Guest comment entered by ownerI felt like we had our own inn!
- Guest Pattie & Harry
- Date of stay 04/28/12
- Review Submitted 05/03/12
Such a wonderful home in a gorgeous setting! I felt like we had our own inn. I loved looking at all the features of the house and Lauren -- you did a splendid job on decorating .... Pattie & Harry, Easton, MA Lonnie & Sandy, Westwood, MA Kerry, Bill & Devin, Franklin, MA Sarah, Christoph, Jacob & Hannah, Heidelberg, GermanyDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Thanks for the Memories!!
Thanks for the Memories!!
- Guest PHYLLIS K.
- Date of stay 10/21/11
- Review Submitted 12/01/11
Lovely, spacious home with most hospitable hosts Ron & Lauren. Everything we expected and more!Owner response: Thank you. Not everyone knows that Fall is one of the nicest times of year on Nantucket. We're so glad you decided to come and got to enjoy the house and the island in October. Hope to see you again!
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Beautiful!
Guest comment entered by ownerBeautiful!
- Guest Allie, Phyllis, Patti, Lauren, Ida and Denise
- Date of stay 10/26/11
- Review Submitted 11/09/11
We had a GREAT time here! Beautiful area, beautiful weather, & BEAUTIFUL HOUSE! Thanks for the memories!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/1
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Outstanding
Outstanding
- Guest Steve
- Date of stay 11/03/11
- Review Submitted 11/09/11
We loved this warm, beautiful, spacious Nantucket classic. My wife and I stayed with six other adults in this large, very comfortable home. It is located in a very quiet, relaxed area but with easy access to both town and to the beach. The home was very comfortably decorated and the homeowners were exceptionally gracious. The kitchen was large and modern. The family room was very inviting, comfortable with a big screen TV. All of the bedrooms were large with comfortable beds. I would unequivocally recommend this house for a couple, group or a family. Outstanding!Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: Thank you Steve and Nancy for your kind words here and in our guest book. We are so happy that you had a wonderful birthday celebration with your friends, and that you all enjoyed the house, and especially the down comforters and feather bed. You were lovely guests. Please come back and stay again anytime.
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A dream honeymoon!
Guest comment entered by ownerA dream honeymoon!
- Guest Dardi, Larry & Aidan, John & Marielle
- Date of stay 09/16/11
- Review Submitted 09/23/11
Everything was beautiful and wonderful. We enjoyed each evening listening to the crickets and watching the honey-colored moon rise with the wind brushing our cheeks. A dream honeymoon for us. Ron and Lauren were wonderful!! Thank you.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Beautiful home, gracious hosts, and many laughs!
Guest comment entered by ownerBeautiful home, gracious hosts, and many laughs!
- Guest Elizabeth, Mary Ann & Gail
- Date of stay 09/10/11
- Review Submitted 09/23/11
A week full of wonderful memories on Nantucket. Beautiful home, gracious hosts, and many laughs! Thank you for making this such a special week for friends and sister to share.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
April 5-May 2 $4000/wk (email for weekend rates) May 3-June 9 $4500/wk (email for weekend rates) June 16-22 $5500/6 nights Sun to Sat August 24-31 $6500/wk Aug 31-Sept 7 $6000/wk (Labor Day Week) Sept 7-14 $5,000/wk September 22-28 $4500/6 nights Sun to Sat Oct 5- Nov 20 $4,000/wk (email for weekend rates)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
- Nearest Airport: Nantucket Airport at 3.5 Miles
- Nearest Ferry: Hy-line, Steamship at 4.5 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: Milestone Road at 0.1 Miles
- Nearest Beach: Tom Nevers at 1.5 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: Summer House at 2.8 Miles
- Nearest Golf: Nantucket Golf at 1 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: The Chanticleer at 2.7 Miles
Owner info
About the owner: We welcome you to 'Incandescence,' a lovely and spacious house that Ron and I designed, built and decorated, and completed in 2010.
Why the Owner Chose Tom Nevers (Tom Nevers Pond):
Ron chose this property because it is a lush, beautiful, 3 acre parcel with distant ocean views, affording privacy and at the same time easy access to everything Nantucket has to offer. A builder on the island for 20 years, this is the fourth (and largest) house that Ron has built in Tom Nevers.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
There's nothing quite like the light that plays off the dramatic interior architecture. It is truly extraordinary, morning and afternoon and especially as the day draws to a close, and is why we named the house 'Incandescence.'
When venturing out, I love to spend an afternoon in 'Sconset, which is less than five minutes away. There, you can park your chair on the beach, catch some rays, read a good book, and when you get hungry, leave everything there and walk up the stairs from the beach right into the middle of the quaintest, most charming village. There's a sandwich shop and a general store with all kinds of good things, including the most delicious coconut and ginger ice creams! Then take a stroll around and look at some of the rose-covered cottages -- all framed by the sparkling blue sea. It's a lovely way to spend a day!
Contact us
- Primary: +1 9145254485 Please call between 11am and 11pm EST
- Fax: +1 5082577976
Links to more information:
- CLICK HERE - Video Tour of 'Incandescence' - 5BR house
- Click Here to see All My Rental Listings
Photos
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'Incandescence' - 5 BR house - Shell driveway, walled garden, farmers porch
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'Incandescence' - Front porch rockers invite you to sit and relax . . .
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Sunny, large comfortable living room w/cathedral ceilings & French doors to deck
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Spacious Dining Area and Kitchen looking into Family Room
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Family Room detail
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Queen Bedroom Suite with Private Bath
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Master Bedroom detail - Luxurious feather bed and down comforters
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Master Spa Bath - 2-Person Shower, Toilet Room, Jacuzzi Bath & Views out to Sea
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Full Bedroom Suite w/ Private Bath and Futon that opens to a second Double Bed
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'Lesser Light' - for info on renting this cottage, see Homeaway property 936025
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Main Room of Cottage w/ Cathedral Ceilings & Sleeping Alcove w/ Pocket Doors
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Large Deck w/ Table/Chairs, Chaise Lounges, Hammock, Gas Grill & Outdoor Shower
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Winding shell driveway past walled garden to 'Incandescence'-your private estate
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Lovely English Country Living Room
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Fully-Equipped Gourmet Kitchen w/Stainless Steel Appliances & Limestone Counters
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Family Room with Gas Fireplace, Now w/47" Flat-Screen TV, DVD, WiFi, CDs, Games.
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King Bedroom Suite with Private Bath (& luxurious Memory Foam mattress topper)
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Master BR w/ Private Porch, Dressing Rm & Spa Bath w/ Jacuzzi & Views out to Sea
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Private Balcony off the Master Bedroom with Views out to Sea
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Twin bedroom suite w/private bath (beds can be converted to a King on request)
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View from the Widow's Walk
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Romantic Cottage Bedroom with Cathedral Ceilings & 32' flat-screen TV
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Fully Equipped Cottage Kitchen w/DW, Microwave, Toaster Oven, Blender, Coffeepot
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Cottage Environs - very private and tranquil
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