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Gorgeous 10 min. walk to Downtown. Perfect for families. Large backyard.
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111797.6 sq ft
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Explore the area

Nantucket, MA
- Place, Nantucket Historical Association10 min walk
- Place, Nantucket Atheneum11 min walk
- Place, Nantucket Ferry Terminal14 min walk
- Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)6 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Gorgeous 10 min. walk to Downtown. Perfect for families. Large backyard.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0019171970
About the area
Nantucket
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Nantucket Town, a neighbourhood in Nantucket. Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum and Hadwen House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Vestal St Observatory and Loines Observatory. Theatre Workshop of Nantucket and Dreamland Film and Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and horse riding nearby.

Nantucket, MA
What's nearby
- Nantucket Historical Association - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Nantucket Atheneum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Whaling Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Children's Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cumberland Farms - 12 min walk
- Siam to Go - 11 min walk
- Wicked Island Bakery - 14 min walk
- Cumberland Farms - 8 min walk
- The Sea Grille - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
6 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Taylor D.
15 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taylor D.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Trish F.
9 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful trip
Trish F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
MarySue A.
6 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time on Nantucket
MarySue A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joseph A.
14 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf trip.
Joseph A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelsey M.
26 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moms Time Away
Kelsey M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kendra D.
8 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent trip to Nantucket
Kendra D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vicki J.
29 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friends & I really enjoyed our stay at this charming home in Nantucket.
Vicki J.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
justin f.
27 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice stay
justin f.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lauren T.
23 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nantucket wine fest
Lauren T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terri M.
15 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Nantucket rental!
Terri M.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Arlene P.
19 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
Arlene P.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Durelle G.
7 Jul, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation at Honky Dory
Durelle G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John D.
13 Mar, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home
John D.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
LISA S.
26 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cleanliness meets tranquility
LISA S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca T.
13 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect stay!
Rebecca T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Georges A.
19 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed
Georges A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole G.
20 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing week at The Honky Dory!!
Nicole G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karin T.
31 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Karin T.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Michael S.
17 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Michael S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robin Mary T.
5 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun at Hunky Dory!
Robin Mary T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rika S.
7 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Thanksgiving Stay
Rika S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
bev c.
7 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best Christmas Stroll ever
bev c.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashley S.
13 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Ashley S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jason C.
2 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Place; Great Location
Jason C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by Kathleen Conway
I grew up north of Boston but live in the South. I am a responsive home owner committed to making sure my guests enjoy my home and the island as much as I do. I travel to the island frequently to enjoy and check on "Hunky Dory". I have a caretaking company to handle any issues that may arise during your stay. I am easy to reach by cell phone, text or email if there are any questions or issues that arise not covered by the house instructions. I have been a member of the Chamber of Commerce since 2003 when I first began renting out "Hunky Dory". I love to sail, kayak, bike and eat great food when I am on island. I also surf at Cisco beach and hope to get better each year.
Why they chose this property
I had looked for the perfect Nantucket home for almost two years when I found "Hunky Dory". It was love at first sight even before I had stepped inside. It was the house I dreamed of finding, historic, light filled and the perfect location. Many island owners have quarter boards with their house's name carved in wood. A book about the history and meaning of different Nantucket quarterboards was written a few years ago. My quarter board has its name and carvings of Brant Point and Sankaty Light, along with island flowers. I chose the name because when I am at the house enjoying family or friends, everything really is hunky dory. I loved vacationing on the island for years before I bought "Hunky Dory." I wanted a home close enough to downtown to easily walk there, especially in the summer when it is very difficult to find parking. I also wanted to be close to the Surfside bike path and the harbor to kayak. Having a home large enough to enjoy with my family and friends, but with history, was very important. I wanted a home with character that made me feel very connected to the island's history. Myself and my VRBO guests have celebrated many happy occasions and made many cherished memories at "Hunky Dory." I love hearing what history my guests have with the island or why they will be visiting. I also love to hear from first time island visitors about how they fell in love with my house and the island. I really enjoy spending more time there during the different seasons and enjoying the various events such as Daffodil Festival weekend, Wine Festival weekend, Nantucket Film Festival week, the Fourth of July events, Boston Pops on the Beach, the Halloween parade, the Cold Turkey Plunge and Christmas tree lighting over Thanksgiving week, and of course the beloved Christmas Stroll.
What makes this property unique
"Hunky Dory" has an enclosed large grass backyard compared to many homes in the historic district. Mature landscaping surrounds the yard/patio. On Nantucket it is more fun to be outside for meals during warm weather, so I have picnic table seating for 11 and a children's picnic table. Having enough room and a safe enclosed area for children to play or adults to have a quiet spot to read or relax in the hammock is a wonderful benefit of this home. When you have to be inside, the home has many windows filling it with natural light. The narrow lane the house is situated on is quiet and residential. The Surfside beach bike path is at the top of the street. The Cisco brewery/beach bike path and Madaket bike paths are a 5-10 minute bike ride from the house.. After the beach or biking, nothing beats a warm shower outside in the private enclosed outdoor shower. At night you can even enjoy a hot shower under the stars. I love the outdoor shower so much I had one built at my home in the South, which I enjoy year round. My guests love the large kitchen to hang out or or eat in since it comfortably seats 11 people. The dining room table extends to seat 11 as well. Two wonderful historic sites, the Old Mill and the second oldest African American Meeting House are just a 3 minute walk from the house. One of the many ways to walk downtown is on a sidewalk passing gorgeous mansions and flowers. Or you can explore the side streets to get to Main Street as well, so you can walk a different way for your entire stay, each as beautiful as the next. It is a 10 minute walk to the harbor beach where you can rent a kayak or paddleboard or have Sayles Seafood cook lobsters or grilled/fried seafood to eat there or take back to the house. Or purchase freshly caught fish there to grill on the Weber gas or charcoal grills. The location is perfect for short stays when you do not want to take a car over or rent a car. Both grocery stores and the island wide shuttle are a 10 minute walk away.
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