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Cottage in Prime ~In-Town~ Location

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8 Gardner Street in town of Nantucket. A short 5 minute walk to downtown.
Patio with grill and table. French door leads to the dining room.
Living Room with Cathedral Ceiling.
Kitchen bar.
Kitchen new in 2012.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4940 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Place, Nantucket Atheneum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Whaling Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantucket Ferry Terminal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage in Prime ~In-Town~ Location

Eight Gardner Street, located around the corner from Nantucket's historic Main Street, is an antique building completely renovated on the interior in 1992 to create a spacious, well decorated, two bedroom, two bath home with outdoor shower and brick patio. The house has central air conditioning and off street parking for one vehicle. In the summer season we are a Sunday to Sunday rental.
This Greek Revival style building has an over-sized antique front door and large 20 pane windows which are reminders of the building's past. Inside this lovely home are modern conveniences for comfortable living. Come stay at Eight Gardner Street for a relaxing vacation that can be enjoyed in the quiet of a private Nantucket home, just a short stroll to the activity of downtown Nantucket. See our website embartletthomes for more information.

Keywords: Cottage, Walk to Town
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
To assure that our house is a good fit for you, please have a phone conversation with the owner prior to booking.
The owner will provide a rental agreement to be signed upon booking.

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 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
Property Registration Number C0340221970

About the neighborhood

Nantucket

Located in Nantucket, this vacation home is in the city center. Fire Hose Cart House and Hadwen House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Vestal St Observatory and Theatre Workshop of Nantucket. White Heron Theatre and Loines Observatory are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Fire Hose Cart House - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whaling Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Children's Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brotherhood of Thieves - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Nantucket Tap Room - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Island Coffee - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in Prime ~In-Town~ Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage in Prime ~In-Town~ Location?

As of Apr 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage in Prime ~In-Town~ Location on Apr 6, 2026 start from $700, 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 Cottage in Prime ~In-Town~ Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in Prime ~In-Town~ Location?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage in Prime ~In-Town~ Location located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this vacation home is steps from Greater Light Garden, Fire Hose Cart House, and Hadwen House. Vestal St Observatory and Historic Mitchell House are just steps away.

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. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect for our family of 4. The two beds & full bath in the loft were just right for our teen & tween to share. The house was conveniently located to town and the bike path. Everything inside & out was clean and neat. Anything we needed was at our disposal (towels, paper products, cleaner, etc). We used the charcoal grill 3-4 times and the outdoor seating. The outdoor shower was key to keeping the space clean & sand free. And tge parking space was perfect for our SUV (which we only used to explore the beaches on the other side of the island).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liza P.

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

Fabulous Nantucket Cottage

This cottage was everything we were looking for and more. The location in town is exceptional. It is clean, and well stocked. It was a great getaway for 2 couples. The Private outdoor area surrounded By privet hedges with table and chairs for 4 (oh a a grill) was great for al fresco dining. We hiked, fished, beached and of course enjoyed the great food and shopping. This cottage is fabulous! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

kristen s.

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

perfect town location

Spacious and convenient. 2 adults and 2 tween boys.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

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

Great house!

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely house. The owners were very responsive and attentive. Fantastic location close to town and great beaches. The house is very well kept and clean. The house layout is lovey and worked really well for our family. Both bedrooms were great. We enjoyed our stay and would look forward to another visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Wonderful stay

Prefect location and size for our family!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

Nantucket cottage

We have been renting houses on Nantucket for many years and this was by far the best rental was have had. House was clean, comfortable and very well organized.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan T.

Still dreaming about our week in Nantucket!!

We have visited Nantucket for years, but this was the first time staying in town. House is in a great location and just a short walk to Main Street and a street over from the Cisco bike path. The owners went above and beyond to make sure the house was fully stocked with everything you could possibly need Durring your stay. House was clean like a hotel but had the comforts of home, We can’t wait to return next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Historic charmer

Thank you so much for you hospitality and for making our stay at your lovely home such a pleasure. We had a wonderful time. The home is charming, well-stocked, and a perfect spot for a Nantucket get-away.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Irwin L.

wonderful in town nantucket rental

a lovely house in every respect. a perfect vacation. central air was a "life saver" given the almost cloudless week we visited.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful home away from home

We had a fantastic time on Nantucket staying in your lovely house. It was perfect for our family of 4. Our 2 teens loved the upstairs bedroom and having that space to themselves. It was comfortable and had everything we needed. The location is great in order to walk to town, and convenient to the bike paths.
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10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Wonderful !!!

Your home was perfect, and it was such a pleasure to meet you both and have a tour of the main house. We will be visiting again next year for April vacation week, and will likely be in touch with you. Very clean, all the comforts of home, and an easy stroll to down town. Have a wonderful summer!
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10/10 Excellent

Gail V.

The Girl's Getaway

Paul & Diane, Everything at 8 Gardner St. was perfect! My girlfriends and I had a wonderful time. We absolutely loved the house and your attention to every little detail. Your furnishings, decorating and amenities did not go unnoticed. Thank you for making our stay such a pleasure. I look forward to visiting again soon, Gail
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10/10 Excellent

claudia c.

A wonderful Nantucket stay @ 8 Gardner St

This unique property is perfect for a small family or group. It has a fascinating history which makes one feel part of the old island. The home itself is in pristine condition, has a most convenient location, is provided with every amenity a vacationer might want or need. I hope I can return next year, Claudia Curado
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10/10 Excellent

Renters for one week

The property was very clean and well maintained. It was perfect for two couples, we each had a room and bathroom on a separate floor and the kitchen was updated and well stocked. We loved having a small patio to sit on in the backyard and we were only about 5 minutes from town with all the restaurants and shopping! We walked everywhere and rode bikes to the beaches. The house was air conditioned and very comfortable to sleep in. It was far enough from town to avoid a lot of noise but close enough to all the activities. We loved our stay at 8 Gardner Street and would highly recommend it. The owners were very responsive to our needs and emails and phone calls. Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Rental

Stayed here during the annual Daffodil Festival. The house is clean,bright with lots of light, and attractively decorated. New kitchen is well stocked with everything you need. Very quiet yet close to town for shopping, sight seeing and restaurants. Owners made sure everything was perfect for our weekend get away.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Vacation

This spacious Nantucket cottage is perfect for two couples. Loved the yard for cocktails and grilling. House is so convenient to town and bike trails. House is furnished with everything. Owners were very attentive to our needs. We have stayed here several times and loved each visit, and you will too.

About the host

Hosted by Paul Merrithew

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Paul Merrithew resides in Amherst NH

What makes this property unique

Located in a prime Nantucket neighborhood. Convenient to restaurants and shopping. A short stroll to downtown Nantucket and Nantucket Harbor.

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English
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