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Historically Significant 3 br/2.5 ba home in Town

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A two-story house with a brick chimney, a red door, and a small garden with a lion statue.
A two-story house with a front porch, a small attached garage, and a brick chimney.
A hallway with white doors, a wooden floor, and a floral rug.
A hallway with a white door, a wooden floor, and a floral rug.
A wooden staircase leading to a bedroom with a bed and a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Whaling Museum
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historically Significant 3 br/2.5 ba home in Town

Welcome to Van Whalen! This quintessential antique Nantucket home with modern updates is the perfect jumping off point to explore all that the Island has to offer. One block from Main Street, and a ten minute walk from the ferry, our home convenient to everything in Town and an easy drive to other Island features. This home built circa 1790 is well appointed with historic details, art by local artists, and modern touches to enjoy the best of the old and new on Nantucket. Perfect for entertaining, the home boasts an open kitchen/seating/dining area, with a well-appointed kitchen as well as an adorable manicured garden with dining table. The master bedroom has its own upstairs porch to enjoy morning coffee and evening drinks. Perfect for up to eight people, with three bedrooms plus a pullout queen couch in its own separate room, two full bathrooms and one half bath.

Off street parking for one car. Outdoor shower and charcoal grill for summer dinners outside!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Two pets total for a fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Saturday to Saturday bookings only in July, August and September

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0287051970
Property # 2141122
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Nantucket Town, a neighborhood in Nantucket, is home to this vacation home. Nantucket Ferry Terminal and Cisco Brewers are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lily Pond Park and Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary. Traveling with kids? Consider Vestal St Observatory and Theatre Workshop of Nantucket.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Nantucket United Methodist Church - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Old Mill - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Quaker Meeting House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whaling Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brotherhood of Thieves - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Straight Wharf - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historically Significant 3 br/2.5 ba home in Town pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Van Whalen: historic home in Town?

As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Van Whalen: historic home in Town on Oct 7, 2026 start from $1,085, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historically Significant 3 br/2.5 ba home in Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historically Significant 3 br/2.5 ba home in Town?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historically Significant 3 br/2.5 ba home in Town located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this family-friendly Nantucket vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Hadwen House, Vestal St Observatory, and Historic Mitchell House. Fire Hose Cart House and Coffin School are also within 5 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. 32 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harlan r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoy the space. Amelia was very easy to work with. Great location and amenities
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always enjoy staying here.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christian v.

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

Amazing stay!

Amelia's house is the perfect property for a Nantucket stay. Close to downtown, plenty of space, and a gorgeous patio area, the house has everything you could ask for.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristen T.

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

Charming house

Great location to walk into town.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Great house

Stayed here for first time this summer and it was great. Clean house, good location, owner was very communicative via texts for any questions that arose.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

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

Wonderful House In-Town

Spacious house in town - easy access to everything! Owners and property manager were very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

A lovely warm home

A lovely warm vintage home with great spaces and easy walk to Main Street.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin C.

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

Centrally located and great rental!

We had a great time staying at Amelia’s place. It was clean, comfortable and well-decorated. We loved being able to walk into town every morning. Having the parking spot was a plus for us too.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesa R.

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

Great time strolling!

We came for the winter stroll. The house is a great location, easy walk into town. Clean, and the beds were very comfy. Plenty of common spaces to hang out, host was easy to access and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Close to Town

Our first trip to Nantucket and very much enjoyed staying at this property. Comfortable, spacious, clean and ideally located. Amelia was a pleasure to interact with.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2022
Thank you Jill! We hope you come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry T.

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

Charming house

We really enjoyed our stay - a wonderful, charming house that is very comfortable and lovely to visit. Commodious kitchen, very comfortable beds, many nice places to sit, talk, and relax. Excellent location as well, with very nice walks and easy walk to town. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

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

Really terrific

A fab time
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina C.

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

Wine Fest ‘2025

Location was key when finding a home and this did not disappoint. Short walk to town. Spacious, clean, owners were extremely responsive. Will def book this home again if they’ll have us! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth K.

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

A really nice place in great location

Beautiful house and perfectly equipped, although the classic old stairs might intimidate some. An actual parking space and nice yard. Close to heart of town but quiet street.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 3, 2022
Thank you Seth!! Please come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

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

Great Family Getaway

We rented this house for a week for the whole family - my wife and four kids. The house was clean and has lots of charm. It's about a 10-minute walk to the grocery store and to all of the shopping and other activities in town. We made this walk daily and it was no big deal. Although we ate out a lot, we did cook in a couple of nights, including using the outdoor grill. Everything was really easy. We love the house and would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a really great day with three other friends! The host was super responsive for check-in and checkout, and the checkout process was super easy. We weren’t concerned about anything the entire trip. I also loved how close the Home was to downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Frances M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Girls Trip to Nantucket

The property was super clean and comfortable! The stairs could be a challenge (due to the age of the house). The bathrooms were great for 3 of us but would have been uncomfortable for a larger group. There are basically no bathrooms downstairs as the toilet room on the first floor is smaller than an airplane restroom. I would stay at this house again with the number of people we had on our trip. The property manager was great! I had planned on using the washer and dryer but it was not in working order while we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noelle H.

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

Loved our stay

Loved this sweet, pretty and classic cottage on a beautiful street. It is an easy walk to town (we had 3 kids) but the street itself is quiet. There was plenty of space for our family of 5. We didn’t cook during our stay but the kitchen had everything you could need as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kacky A.

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

16 pleasant perfect

Great home. Tons of space. Close to town. Great communication. Would rent again and again. Summer 2022 did not disappoint.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Pleasant street

Good location for walking to town. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

macie l.

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

Great family house

Enjoyed our time staying here. Wonderful location, we walked where. The house is great, multiple seating areas, nice large kitchen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

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

Beautiful house. Great location.

The house was beautiful. Well equipped with everything you could need. About a 10 minute walk to town. Would hight recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

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

Nantucket Family vacation/wedding

16 Pleasant was a beautiful home and a great location to walk to town, many restaurants and several different beaches easily. It was very easy to reach Amelia with questions and we appreciated being able to leave our luggage when arriving on island before check in. Perfect family house for our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

290 B.

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

Loved our stay!!

We had a wonderful time and Nantucket. Our Accommodations were just as described. Quick lovely walk to town. Our hosts were quick to respond and quick to solve any issues we had. We look forward to staying again sometime in the future …thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

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

Perfect stay

The location of Amelia’s home was perfect for our trip during Christmas Stroll. Everyone loved the stay and was very comfortable. Amelia was so helpful answering questions that arose quickly. Thanks for an incredibly memorable trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

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