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Classic Gem! Nothing Like it! Private cottage on Main St.

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A wooden deck with two white Adirondack chairs and a small table, a white door, and a window with a white frame.
A house with a deck, a garden with various plants, and a clear sky.
Laundry/Back patio
A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden flooring, a small table, and a staircase leading to another level.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, a stove, and a coffee maker.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantucket Atheneum
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Place, Fire Hose Cart House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantucket Atheneum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Whaling Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Classic Gem! Nothing Like it! Private cottage on Main St.

Don't miss out on the very best Nantucket has to offer. Location can't be beat. Charming converted carriage house on Nantucket's historic Main Street allows easy access to shops, restaurants, beaches and events located in the heart of downtown Nantucket. Walk or bike everywhere, car not necessary (although off-street parking is included). If you want to slow it down and relax for part of your stay, throw some food on the patio grill, soak up the sun on a beach chair in the private yard, or enjoy the spectacular sunset views with a drink in your hand. Upstairs bedrooms offer queen-sized beds and ample dresser and closet space. Futon easily accommodates a small child or an additional guest. Wireless high-speed internet and cable television included at no additional charge. Full kitchen gives you the option of cooking some meals at home. On-island caretakers and landscapers will ensure that your visit is pleasant and worry free.

Book your island getaway today and start looking forward to the most memorable and restful vacation you'll ever have.

PLEASE NOTE: During the peak-season (May-September), we rent our house on a Saturday-Saturday schedule. Reservations for less than a full week will only be considered on a space available basis within two weeks of your desired arrival date. Please check our calendar for regular updates.

Keywords:two bedroom, 2BR, 2BA
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Checkout procedures: 1. Please strip the beds and start a wash of either the sheets or the towels. 2. Start the dishwasher.
Checkout procedures: (cont'd) 3. All trash should be in clear plastic bags and sorted into the appropriate bins located in the driveway.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0024941970
Property # 403232vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Nantucket

Nantucket Town, a neighbourhood in Nantucket, is home to this cottage. Historic Mitchell House and Fire Hose Cart House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantucket Ferry Terminal and Cisco Brewers. Vestal St Observatory and Theatre Workshop of Nantucket are also worth visiting.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Fire Hose Cart House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • First Congregational Church - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Quaker Meeting House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Whaling Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brotherhood of Thieves - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Stubbys - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Gem! Nothing Like it! Private cottage on Main St. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private cottage on Nantucket Main St.?

As of 18 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private cottage on Nantucket Main St. on 1 Jul 2027 start from £4,856, 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 at Classic Gem! Nothing Like it! Private cottage on Main St.?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Classic Gem! Nothing Like it! Private cottage on Main St.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Gem! Nothing Like it! Private cottage on Main St.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Gem! Nothing Like it! Private cottage on Main St. located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this cottage is steps away from Old Gaol, Abiah Folger Franklin Fountain and Vestal St Observatory. Greater Light Garden and Historic Mitchell House are just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay! Adorable cottage with fantastic location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Thank you for the review. We look forward to hosting you again next year!
Verified

6/10 Okay

cynthia r.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
The property is located in a nice setting
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

andrea d.

nantucket vacation

We had a wonderful stay on the island. Was easy to get to and the walk wasn't too far to town.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
The location couldn't be better. Less than a mile from everything downtown!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

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

Perfect Location

The perfect location of the house made this the best Nantucket vacation yet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2022
Thanks for the 5-star review, Charles. We're glad you had a great Nantucket vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

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

Great Location

Wonderful walkable distance to downtown yet very quiet neighborhood. Very comfortable updated cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Thanks so much. We’re glad you had a great visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Wonderful stay

My husband and I and our 18 month old had a wonderful stay at Jared’s house. Great proximity to town but far enough away to be removed from the noise. We hope to return next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thanks for your review, Jennifer. Everyone loves the location, and so do we! We’d love to have you back next summer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Great location - walk to town

We enjoyed our stay in this cozy cottage. 4 adults stayed comfortably and we had everything we needed. Very quiet location. Close to bike paths. We had a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2023
Thanks for your review, Susan. We're glad you enjoyed your stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

sue e.

cozy cottage

The house was clean, close to town and worked out perfectly for our family of 4! The owner was wonderful to work with, very helpful with our needs. I'm sure anyone who stays here will have a fabulous vacation.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Love this gem

Great location! Cute house! Has everything we need for the beach as well to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

JoAnn M.

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

7 days in Nantucket

House is great. Just thought there was one bedroom on first floor. Also thought it was closer to center of town. Otherwise it was a great vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and the first floor is very modern/updated. The second floor is a bit date, which wasn't a major issue, but the beds were uncomfortable and the AC unit in one of the bedrooms had bits of black mold all over the vent area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2025
Thank you for the feedback, Tim. We are always looking for ways to enhance the safety and comfort of our guests' experience. Our caretaker has addressed what you observed as mold, and the AC units have been recently cleaned. The two mattresses in the upstairs bedrooms are: 1) Queen Posturepedic Plus and 2) Queen Simmons Plush. While bedding is often a matter of personal preference, we intentionally purchased highly rated mattresses with moderate firmness in order to satisfy the majority of guests. Thanks again, for staying at the cottage. We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genny O.

Perfect house for 2 couples. Just a quick walk to Nantucket shopping and warf

House had everything you could need . Very clean and bright. Would definitely try to book this house again if we come back to Nantucket.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review. The location is just wonderful, which makes it easy to enjoy everything the downtown area has to offer. Our housekeepers do a terrific job keeping everything clean and fresh. We would love to have you back at our Nantucket cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas y.

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

Main street

Had everything I needed
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2023
Thanks for the review, Thomas. It was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Location location

Property was as stated. Perfect for 2 couples or family of four. Location was walkable to everything, close to bike paths and bus stops.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
We're glad you enjoyed your stay, John. We'd love to have you back sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

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

Great!

This was our second trip to Jared’s home, and it was just as great as the first. The house is quiet and stocked with amenities and is perfect for a group looking to start close to town. We look forward to returning!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kari S.

Charming and conveniently located

This was a beautiful and charming property. Just the perfect size for 2 couples for a weekend getaway. The location could not have been more perfect - an easy walk to town, shopping, restaurants and other activities. What a wonderful home base while we visited Nantucket for a wedding. The owners were a pleasure to work with, and ensured our check in and checkout were simple. Accomodations left nothing to be desired.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for your very kind review. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay as much as we always do! Everyone loves the convenience of the location and the comfort of the home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie R.

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

Second summer experience

This was our second summer staying here.This property is a great rental if you are looking for a close walk to town. The location is fantastic not to close but not to far from town. The property has everything you need for a great trip! The owner is very fast to respond to any questions or concerns you may have. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2020
Thanks, Marie. We're so glad you chose to come back for a second year in a row. We hope you'll visit again next August! It is always my pleasure to be of to you before, during or after your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika T.

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

Nantucket fun!!

Stayed in this quintessential Nantucket house with my husband and three teenagers. Plenty of room and the absolute perfect location, just a short walk into town! Jared was very accessible and came through when we had a slight problem. Overall, great stay and would definitely recommend this cute cottage!!! Can’t wait to come back😀
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2020
Thanks for the very kind review, Erika. We’re very sorry about the initial glitch, but I’m always happy to do whatever I can to make things right, and we’re fortunate to have a great on-island team to respond to and resolve any issues at the cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

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

Perfect Nantucket Cottage

We had a wonderful week at this cottage. Perfect size for our family of four! The upstairs sitting room was great for small kids to play and watch tv out of the main living space. Nice location for walking into town and riding bikes out to explore the island. House was very clean and neat, well stocked with necessities and linens. We would love to return to this house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for your review, Emily! We were happy to host your family of four and hope to see you again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Excellent location!

Excellent location close to town. Throw rugs could be replaced and extra linens provided for the futons. Owners have provided everything you need though. Just need to provide better directions on how to operate TVs. Very cute cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2021
Thanks for your review of our cottage. We're glad you had a nice stay. Adding operating instructions for the TVs to our hospitality guide is a great idea. We clean and replace the rugs regularly, but it is hard to keep them clean with all the foot traffic. Several sets of extra linens are always stocked, but we will do a better job of communicating their location. We really appreciate the constructive feedback!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie R.

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

Super cute vacation rental!

A really cute house with everything you need for a wonderful trip! The house was well organized and clean when we arrived. The owner was very quick to answer any questions I had prior to the trip. A great location, with about a 10-15 minute walk to town center and an easy drive to all beaches. Although the walk to town is easy, note the street and sidewalks are cobblestone and can be difficult walking with a suitcase or a non heavy duty stroller. I recommend catching a cab if you have a lot of belongings. Overall great home and we plan to book again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thanks for your review, Marie. Great point about the walking terrain heading in to town. It's part of the charm, but certainly makes it challenging with luggage. We look forward to hosting you again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Main Street Getaway!

This apartment has it all! It's location is fantastic and a short walk to town. It has everything you would need which makes it easy to get there. It was very clean and had some extras I was not expecting including outdoor shower, beach chairs and bikes. The owners are very accommodating and welcoming. It even had a parking spot. I was looking at staying at a B&B and so glad I did not as this had so much charm and privacy. It also has a full kitchen to make breakfasts and lunches. Decor is very nice and has a cottage rustic feel to it. It was exactly what I was looking for and I am certain to be a returning guest. Thank you Jared!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Wonderful home with ease to everything

This hole was perfect. Incredible location (quiet but 10 minute walk along cobblestone Main Street into town. Also, within 30-90 seconds from the main bike paths to Cisco brewery/beach and Madaket! House is very sizable given the photos. Very charming and in great shape. Loved the little side yard for the kids as well as the front deck with chairs for some afternoon “wining”. I wouldn’t hesitate a single second about staying here again, and may very well do just that! Pricing is reasonable for Nantucket (this is our Thursday VRBO rental on ACK). Perfect for two couples and a couple of kids or a group of three friends (where one is ok on a full futon). Jared was super easy to reach about some very minimal things (ie; switching the input on the tv). Do not hesitate to check this place out! We Loved this place!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2021
Thanks, Aaron. We enjoyed having you and would welcome you back anytime. You've highlighted many of the things we love about the house and its prime location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

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

Great Spot!

We stayed here last week. It was my husband, myself and our 3 children. The cottage was more spacious than the pictures let on and I never felt cramped. Our only downfall, was having a 10 year old on the pull out couch because we got up earlier than she did! Everything was clean and airy, the deck out the front door was a perfect spot in the morning for coffee and at night for drinks or takeout dinners. The beds were comfortable and clean. The bathrooms were fine. The downstairs one has been renovated and the upstairs doesn't appear to have been, but it was clean! The walk to town was easy! Even my 5 yr old was totally fine. It took about 10 minutes (at a 5 yr old's pace) to get to the top of Main Street. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2020
Thanks, Helen. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. The front porch is always a popular spot for easing into the day or capping it off in the evening. The easy walk into town is just enough to get some fresh air and light exercise. We hope you'll be back soon!
Archival

8/10 Good

Jennifer G.

Perfect Location!

We really enjoyed our recent visit to Nantucket, and in particular, our rental home. It was perfect for our young kids, with a nice (albeit small) shady yard to play, a quiet driveway for kicking the soccer ball and a quick walk in and out of town. The home was very clean, furnished all linens and towels which is very helpful and the owners were very responsive and helpful during the rental process. The only comment I do have is that I wish I had realized how close this home was to the others around it. A group of rowdier guests were staying in the house adjacent, and did make a bit of noise very late at night. I had to run the A/C fans just to drown them out...which was disappointing given how beautiful and crisp the night air was. But, all in all, this home was a perfect home base for us. We plan to return to Nantucket in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun 2020
Thank you for your comments. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. Despite the smaller property size and closer proximity to our neighbors, which is typical of houses located within the historic district of downtown Nantucket, the house is discretely tucked away off of Main Street just enough to provide a very good amount of privacy and serenity.

About the host

Hosted by Jared Geller

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We are a mother and son from Brookline, MA. By training we are both heavily involved in the healthcare field as a healthcare consultant and practicing nurse practitioner, and a dentist, respectively. We both share strong patriotic ties to our country, as a retired US Navy Captain and an active duty US Navy Lieutenant Commander, respectively.

Why they chose this property

We have both been vacationing on Nantucket throughout our whole lives and have each spent years on the island as year-round residents. We absolutely love being near the ocean, and who could resist the quaint feel of the cobblestoned streets and historic downtown.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location! A short walk from everything.
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