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Paradise On the Harbor & Beachfront

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A coastal scene with boats docked at a marina, surrounded by houses and greenery.
A marina with various boats docked, a person paddleboarding, and a grassy area in the foreground.
A view of a marina with boats, a grassy area, and a wicker chair with cushions.
A beach with a rocky path leading to the water, a pier in the background, and a clear blue sky.
A beach with boats in the background, a grassy area with rocks, and a clear blue sky.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Even better in person
    Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantucket Atheneum
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Place, Nantucket Atheneum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Whaling Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Quaker Meeting House
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Paradise On the Harbor & Beachfront

Picture waking up in the master bedroom of a quintessential Nantucket cottage facing the sunrise and harbor. Walk out the door and enjoy a morning coffee while enjoying your feet in the sand on the beach. This property is a rare find on Nantucket Island. It is one of the few houses located right on the beach, overlooking the harbor and boats, abutting a Land Bank property and is a very close walking distance (.25 miles) to town for shopping and restaurants.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0352931970
Property # 2006411
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Nantucket

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Nantucket Town, a neighborhood in Nantucket. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lily Pond Park and Sesachacha Heathlands Wildlife Sanctuary, while Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum and The Artists' Association of Nantucket are cultural highlights. Theatre Workshop of Nantucket and Dreamland Film and Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Francis Street Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Whaling Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Quaker Meeting House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Old Mill - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Straight Wharf - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cru - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise On the Harbor & Beachfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Paradise On the Harbor & Beachfront?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise On the Harbor & Beachfront?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Paradise On the Harbor & Beachfront located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this beachfront cottage is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Francis Street Beach, Maria Mitchell Aquarium, and Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum. Nantucket Ferry Terminal and The Artists' Association of Nantucket are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry R.

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

Beautiful Stay

Incredible location and home. Enjoyed every minute. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 27, 2022
Thank you! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! Come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

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

Peaceful, Easy Feeling

Very well kept modern cottage with a spectacular view of the harbor. Conveniently located near the center of town, yet still in a peaceful setting on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard (Tina Widmer) M.

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

family time

A jewel of a home with epic views and conveniently located in town! Loved every moment and look forward to visiting this home again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lia T.

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

Lovely cozy cottage on the water

Great place, if the weather was better being on the ocean would have been amazinf. Lovely cottage, comfortable, well appointed! 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda J.

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

Best location on the island!

This house was absolutely perfect!!! The location was amazing!! It was so well stocked with everything you needed! Also, thank you so much for the gift!! We loved it and everything about this house!! Will definitely return!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becca B.

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

comfy, cozy home with amazing views

My family of 4 adults got the pleasure of staying here for our 5 days in Nantucket. We had some dreary days, but that was all the more reason to cuddle up on the couches and take in the magnificent view of the harbor. The home was very clean and the location couldn't have been better. We could easily walk in to town and bike to dinner. We all said we loved the home so much, it was truly a relaxing experience. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 2, 2023
Thank you! Come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah j.

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

Heaven

A perfect home in a perfect location on a idyllic island. Can’t beat it! We had such a wonderful time and the home suites our needs. There were four girls and we had plenty of space. It’s clean and updated and darling and the property manager is helpful and kind and understanding. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jolie M.

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

Fall 2022

This property was amazing!!!! The location is convenient to walking in town and taking the bike paths all over the island. The home is decorated comfy coastal chic, had a fully stocked kitchen, super comfortable beds, fresh linens, a delicious smelling “signature scent” , and the owner George was too thoughtful with a welcome gift and fresh flowers. My Sisters and I loved our stay and will return to this lovely cottage again in our future visits to Nantucket.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 3, 2022
Thank you for the lovely comment! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to you coming again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

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

Great stay on Nantucket

We were very happy with this home and would love to stay here again. The weather was wild and less than ideal during our stay, but we still had a great time. The home is in a very convenient location close to town. It’s a very easy walk to shops and restaurants around town. The harbor views are beautiful, and the home size was perfect for our group of five women. The homeowners are excellent communicators and were very helpful throughout our stay. The home was well-stocked, clean, and comfortable. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this home to others. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 22, 2024
Thank you!!! We hope you come again! September is truly the best month to visit - this storm didn’t want to move unfortunately!!! We are so happy that you still enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

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

Truly, paradise on the harbor

The experience exceeded our expectations. The cottage and setting are even more spectacular in person. We enjoyed the gorgeous view of the harbor while also having just a short walk into town. It’s a rare and special location. It has a well-equipped kitchen, beach equipment, and easy TV system. It is beautifully furnished. The host communication was exceptional. We received timely and detailed answers to our questions, and expectations for staying at the property were clear. We were delighted and surprised by the lavish welcome package. This was a special family vacation, and we feel fortunate to have found such a lovely place to stay. We throughly enjoyed it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2024
Awe Thank you!!! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! We hope that you come back soon!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

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

Gorgeous view and convenient location to Town

The property is spectacular. Amazing view of the harbor 24/7. High end furniture, luxury appliances, soft quality linens, etc. made our stay very comfortable. The pictures in the listing don’t do the cottage justice. We adore Nantucket and loved being so close to Town, the wharf, restaurants, museums and shops. Definitely don’t need to rent a car but we ended up renting a jeep the last day and took it to the Great Point lighthouse and wildlife reserve. I highly recommend that excursion. We also enjoyed the Sconset Bluff Walk, exploring Madaket and a boat tour that took us to see Brant Ppint lighthouse. Absolutely fabulous accommodations, on such a magical and enchanting island.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 12, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind review. You were great guests and glad that you enjoyed your stay! Come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc A.

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

Ideal Location and Great Property

Fantastic location very close to town yet on the water with great views. The home was in great condition and very comfortable to stay in (the welcome gift was a very nice touch). Between walking into town, or enjoying the views from inside and/or outside the house, or walking along the beach right out back, it made for a very relaxing vacation. The host was great. Not only easy to communicate with and quick to reply to any and all questions, but also very focused on our enjoying our stay. There was a significant rain event while we were there. To make sure the cushions for the outdoor furniture did not get soaked making them unusable, the host came to collect them and returned them early the day after the storm. If they hadn't confirmed with us in advance that we were okay with them stopping by, we would not have even know they were there! We are already looking forward to future visits. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had the most amazing week staying at this incredible house. The ability to catch the sun rise each morning while drinking coffee overlooking the Nantucket harbor is perfection. The house was equipped with everything needed and the location was ideal for walking into town. We cannot wait to return next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierrette S.

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

Haven on the Harbour

We had an amazing stay at this property. No surprises -- everything was as described in the listing. Clean, comfortable, super location on the water, within walking distance of downtown with all the amenities you could ever want. The host was super responsive and great to provide all that was needed. Definitely would go back . 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina P.

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

Magical Nantucket beach cottage

We rented this special beachfront cottage for my 50th birthday. It felt like home and was outfitted with everything we needed. It was exceptionally clean and had an aromatherapy scent when we arrived. I am quite picky about the places we stay and how clean the bedding and sheets are. George’s attention to detail was phenomenal! He was very communicative and responsive the entire time asking us if we needed anything which was great! The location of the cottage is excellent! Walking distance to everything with an outstanding view of the harbor and beach right outside the sliding doors. The night we stayed in with our 21 year old twins was the coziest, comfy couches and pillows and room for everyone. We brought in a lobster feast from Sayles and watched a Disney movie:) Reliving the old days,, just perfect! We’ve been vacationing on Nantucket since 1998 and this by far was the best place we’ve rented. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael F.

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

Perfect location

Great stay , decorated so nicely , refrigerator was packed with all types of beverages , left an amazing gift basket, very thoughtful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steph S.

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

Perfect getaway

Six of us (three couples) stayed for the weekend and had a fabulous time. The house is exactly as described with very comfortable furniture and beds. It’s immaculately clean and had everything we could possibly need plus many special touches. The outside living space is amazing as well. The location is perfect with easy access to town and the bike paths. The host is responsive and eager to help. I can’t recommend this property enough.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Great property close to town with amazing views

Did a last minute rental for Easter weekend. The property was perfect for our group of four and feels larger than it is. Every detail was thoughtful from the furnishings and well-stocked amenities/water/snacks/coffee etc...Harbor views and 2 minute walk to town. Loved the stay. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 25, 2022
Thank you! You were a pleasure to have as guests! Come back again soon!!

About the host

Hosted by nantucketharborview.com

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We are a family of five. We live and work on the island. We have lived here for over 30 years and our children were born and raised here. We purchased this property to enjoy during our retirement years, but in the meantime are so happy to be able to share with friends, family and visitors to the island. We hope you fall in love with our cottage and Nantucket like we have!! Our cottage is truly one of the few rentals of this kind on Nantucket - where being walking distance to town and being on the beach are all in one. There is no need for a car if you rent our cottage but there are 2 parking spots available. The public bus station is right down the street from our cottage! I am available to help make your stay enjoyable! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about reservation requirements or about the area!
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