Welcome to Frankie Starlight, our family’s classic Nantucket beach cottage in Madaket — a place to slow down, reconnect and experience the quieter side of the island.
Set between the beach and Hither Creek, Frankie Starlight offers beautiful water views and easy access to Madaket Beach, Millie’s, the bike path and the NRTA shuttle to town.
But what makes this house special is simply being here.
Spend the morning at the beach, come home for an outdoor shower, and settle into an Adirondack chair on the back deck as the famous Madaket sunset fills the sky. After dark, listen to the waves and look up at a sky filled with stars.
THE HOUSE
Frankie Starlight comfortably accommodates up to 10 guests with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, including separate guest accommodations that provide additional privacy for extended families, older children or another couple.
The main house has two spacious bedrooms with private bathrooms, a comfortable family room, and an open, well-equipped kitchen for everything from morning coffee to family dinners.
The separate guest cottage provides its own sleeping area and private bathroom — one of our favorite features when traveling with a larger family or multiple generations.
The house is comfortable rather than formal. This is a true Nantucket beach house designed for families to relax and enjoy themselves.
Amenities include:
• Air conditioning • High-speed Wi-Fi • Fully equipped kitchen • Washer and dryer • Bed linens and towels • Beach chairs and beach gear • Outdoor shower • Outdoor dining area • Adirondack chairs • Grill • Yard • Water views • Pet friendly for well-behaved dogs
THE MADAKET EXPERIENCE
Madaket is one of the few places on Nantucket that still feels wonderfully removed from the crowds.
Walk to the beach. Ride bikes. Take the shuttle into town when you feel like it. Walk over to Millie’s for dinner, drinks, ice cream or provisions.
Then come home to the quiet.
One of our favorite traditions is loading the beach cart at the end of the day and heading down to the water for the sunset. Bring dinner, a picnic and something to drink and watch the sun disappear into the water.
It’s simple — and that’s exactly the point.
You can stop at the grocery store when you arrive, stock the kitchen and discover that you hardly need your car for the rest of the week.
PERFECT FOR FAMILIES
We have a large family ourselves, and Frankie Starlight works particularly well when several generations or families vacation together.
There is enough common space to spend time together and enough separation when everyone needs a little space of their own.
Kids love the yard, beach, bikes and trips to Millie’s. Adults tend to gravitate toward the deck, water views, sunsets and peaceful evenings.
Well-behaved dogs are welcome too.
WHY MADKET?
Nantucket Town is wonderful — and we love visiting it.
But at the end of the day, we’re always happy to come back west.
Madaket offers something increasingly difficult to find: the feeling of old Nantucket.
Beaches, bicycles, salty air, quiet roads, spectacular sunsets and time together without needing an itinerary.
Frankie Starlight isn’t a hotel or a formal luxury resort.
It’s our family’s Nantucket beach house, and we’re happy to share it with families who will enjoy it as much as we do.
Many of our guests return year after year.
Come spend a week here and you’ll understand why.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please do not allow pets on furniture
Pets curb pets and avoid pets on the lawn
Please avoid sandy shoes in the house and wet bathing suits on furniture
Important information
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Property Registration Number C0238461970
Property # 77256
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 waterfront, this vacation home is in Madaket, a neighborhood in Nantucket. Cisco Brewers and Nantucket Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary and Lily Pond Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Loines Observatory, or check out an event or a game at Nantucket Community Sailing. Snorkeling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Jetties Beach - 15 min drive - 10.3 km
Cisco Beach - 19 min drive - 12.7 km
Surfside Beach - 24 min drive - 15.5 km
Getting around
Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
167 Raw Nantucket - 14 min drive
Cisco Brewers - 14 min drive
Brotherhood of Thieves - 13 min drive
Handlebar Cafe - 13 min drive
The Rose and Crown - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Frankie Starlight - Classic Madaket Beach Cottage • Water Views • Sleeps 10 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 Frankie Starlight - Classic Madaket Beach Cottage • Water Views • Sleeps 10?
As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Frankie Starlight - Classic Madaket Beach Cottage • Water Views • Sleeps 10 on Oct 20, 2026 start from $827, 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 Frankie Starlight - Classic Madaket Beach Cottage • Water Views • Sleeps 10?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Frankie Starlight - Classic Madaket Beach Cottage • Water Views • Sleeps 10?
Check-out is at 11:30 AM.
Where is Frankie Starlight - Classic Madaket Beach Cottage • Water Views • Sleeps 10 located?
This family-friendly Nantucket vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Madaket Beach and Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary. Loines Observatory and Vestal St Observatory are also within 6 mi (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Francis DiScala jr.
We are family of outdoors enthusiasts. Nantucket, Is our favorite place on earth and it never lets us down. The ocean and the beach has always been our calling. It’s truly rewarding to share this magical world with others.
Why they chose this property
We had two homes on the island, one on Cliff Road and this house. We held them both so we could decide which we loved the most. After a family vote, Madaket remained. The population of Nantucket soars in the summer, something like from an off-season count of 10,000 swelling to over 60,000 in the season. In town becomes a disney world experience compounded with traffic and day trippers and shoppers. It's fun to be part of that for a day or two, but it’s the beach experience and quiet that we want.
What makes this property unique
Our Madaket is the quintessential beach house close to both beach and bay, overlooking the gorgeous sunsets. We have a large family with little and big kids. We chose this house so that we would please every person in the house (not easy), and it does. The big kids head to the cottage and the little ones get the guest room across from the master bedroom in the main house. The guest room bed has two options: a california king or a twin bed set up. Kids that aren't old enough to drive can safely walk to the bus, which comes ever half hour, and ride to town for two bucks each way. They love the autonomy, and Nantucket is the safest inhabited island in America, probably in the world. The little kids love the yard and the deck, the kids beach, the ice cream and candy at what they call "down town" - the general store at Madaket Millie's. We all love the privacy of the location, the outdoor shower, the bikes, the beach cart and the sunsets. At night, the landscape transforms to a canopy of stars that fascinate the young and the old alike. We rest here and get closer to each other. And when we are close enough we can find places to be alone - a bike ride, a walk to the beach with the lab, or the front or back porch. It's not perfect, but the feeling we get while we are here is …well, you will see
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