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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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Nantucket, MA
Madaket Beach
Place, Madaket Beach
5 min walk
Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary
Place, Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary
14 min walk
Surfside Beach
Place, Surfside Beach
23 min drive
Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
24 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Crib
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
+3
1 Queen Bed and 6 Single Bunk Beds
Living Room 1
2 Queen Sofa Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Best of Beach in Madaket-Book for a Great Spot in Nantucket!
A relaxing seaside vacation awaits you at Frankie Starlight, a cozy 3 bedroom cottage in Madaket!
Experience the best of the West end of Nantucket from this ideally located home. Beautiful Madaket beach is a 2 minute walk down the street, and an NRTA shuttle stop is around the corner. With serene water views over Hither Creek out to Nantucket Sound, this home rental is your perfect destination spring, summer, or fall! Away from at all, the boundless moonlit sky will amaze you at night.
Savor the famous Madaket sunset from an Adirondack chair on the back deck. At night, the calming sounds of waves crashing ashore will lull you to sleep. The kitchen opens into a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for those cool Nantucket nights. There’s cable TV, DVD, and a stereo system for family enjoyment. The house has 2 spacious and sunny bedrooms featuring splendid water views. Attached to each bedroom is a private bath. There is a separate guest cottage with a Queen bed and private bathroom.
Additional amenities include wireless hi-speed internet, washer, dryer, parlor games, beach chairs. The backyard is equipped with four Adirondack chairs, a picnic table, and charcoal grill: perfect to enjoy a relaxed family dinner outside. A well-behaved pet is welcome, but no smoking, please, inside the house.
It's only a three minute walk to one of Nantucket's favorite restaruants, Madaket Millie's, offering ocean-view dining and serving some of the best food on the island. The take-out window is open late for Ice-cream and dinner, with outdoor dining. Right along side is the best little general store offering supplies, ice cream, wine and beer, ice and just about anything else you need to avoid a trip to the busy town.
Stop at the grocery store when you arrive, load up, and park your car in our driveway. Chances are you won't need to get in it until you leave!
Of all the locations on island, Madaket is known to have retained the old world feel perfect for a family that wants to relax, walk and ride bicycles to the country's best beaches and to simply be together.
Don't forget to take the beach cart, loaded with your picnic supplies and a bottle of wine, to the beach at the end of the day to watch the sunset into the water each night. The sky will be ablaze. You will see that other happy families arrive to do the same.
Quiet and simple, this cottage is a perfect home-base to explore the very best of one of the best Islands in the world.
Keywords: Beach House with Cottage!, Best island in the world, Best beach in Nantucket
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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 C0238461970
Frequently asked questions
Is Best of Beach in Madaket-Book for a Great Spot in Nantucket! 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 Best of Beach in Madaket-Book for a Great Spot in Nantucket!?
As of 8 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best of Beach in Madaket-Book for a Great Spot in Nantucket! on 2 Jun, 2026 start from S$1,548, 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 Best of Beach in Madaket-Book for a Great Spot in Nantucket!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Best of Beach in Madaket-Book for a Great Spot in Nantucket!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Best of Beach in Madaket-Book for a Great Spot in Nantucket!?
Checkout is at 11:30 AM.
Where is Best of Beach in Madaket-Book for a Great Spot in Nantucket! located?
This family-friendly Nantucket holiday 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 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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We loved this place and the location especially. It was perfect for us! Will hope to be back soon!
Rachel R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2025
Thank you! Glad you loved it the way we do! More upgrades coming next year - air conditioning, new windows and beds! Hope to have you and your family back again!
This house is in the perfect location! Beautiful water views, and just a short walk to the beach and Millie’s. Smith’s Point was the ideal, kid-friendly beach—only a few minutes away. The host was extremely accommodating, offering helpful advice, answering questions promptly, and even allowing a late checkout. I would absolutely love to stay in this rental again!
You really cannot beat the location. Great vacation!
Doug H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov, 2020
Thank you! Sorry about the back door being out of adjustment- was very hard to get help with everyone on island deathly afraid of Covid. Will be repaired for your next visit!!
Wonderful place to stay. Excellent location very near the beach. This was our second time staying at this house and will not be our last. Can’t wait to go again next year.
Madeleine D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct, 2022
So happy to have you back again. Always will be welcome here!
This is our third time in this home. The location is everything. Very close to the beach and beautiful views of the bay. And the owner, Frank, was very responsive and helpful with anything we needed. He went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. We will absolutely be staying here again.
When we arrived the property was very clean and had all the comforts of home. The kitchen was extremely well stocked with everything necessary to cook our own meals. The grill was an added bonus. We loved the location near Smiths Point and Madaket Beach. We would definitely recommend this property to our friends and are looking forward to stay there again!
Rich G.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May, 2021
It’s guests like you Rich that make owning a shared vacation home worth all the work in between. You are always welcomed back! So glad you enjoyed the home as much as 99% of our guests!!
This house had a great location within walking distance to Madaket Beach, Smith’s Point, and Millie’s. Deck has a nice view of the water. Three bedrooms each had their own bathroom and kitchen was well equipped. Owner was extremely easy to communicate with. Recommended!
Lori T.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2021
Thank you! Wonderful guests and no complaints about a hurricane passing through! Please come back!
This property was perfect for our needs. The location on the island is amazing as it allows you to get away from town and the crowds, but the convenience of the shuttle when you want to use it.
The property presented exactly as it was described and the owner provided a very comprehensive and helpful "user guide" that we found helpful.
This property does not disappoint.
Our stay at Frankie Starlight was absolutely amazing. Francis was a great host, responded quickly to texts (no issues, just couldn't find the code he had originally sent!) the House was clean and cozy. Kitchen was easy to cook in and well stocked! Our kids loved using some of the toys. The yard and back porch were prefect for evenings with young kids. Wine on the porch while they played! We will definitely be back.
Natalie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2024
It was a delight to share our beach home with you and your family. I’m glad you found this to be a happy place and hope you will be coming again soon!
What a beautiful, comfortable, relaxing home and a perfect spot. We spent a week, each day exploring parts of the island by kayak, bicycle, car, or walking to and on Madaket beach just a few minutes away, then relaxing at home in the evenings. The fully equipped kitchen made cooking at home a breeze but it was also just a 15 minute ride into town to reach all the great restaurants. The owner provided great recommendations on what to see/ do/ where to shop and eat. Can’t wait to return some day. LOVE this home!
John B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct, 2022
It’s guests like you and your family that make me feel good about sharing this experience. Always welcome. Happy to have you anytime.
This house was perfect for our needs in Madaket. The only reason I am giving it 4 stars was because the water heater broke while we were there and sprayed all over the room making bedding and clothing wet, requiring quite a bit of clean up. However, Francis was immediately available by phone and it was fixed the very next day. The house was in great condition. Very clean and steps to the beach. I will definitely be staying there again. Madaket is such a magical place.
Madeleine D.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
Awe Madeline really?? 4 stars? 😩
Archival
10/10 Excellent
amanda b.
23 Aug, 2013
Summer Vacation Perfection
What a wonderful location and perfect layout to give each of our guests their own privacy and their own bathroom! The shared space never felt crowded and the back deck and daybed were perfect for sunset dinners and relaxing. There are water views from almost every point of this house and there is a wonderful outdoor shower with amazing water pressure! The proximity to the beaches and our beloved Millie's restaurant was ideal. We walked everywhere. This is a great rental for adults or adults with kids - very safe, quiet street, barley any traffic. I highly recommending renting Frankie Starlight! We will be back!
Frankie's Starlight *and* Frank (the owner) are F-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C!! Best rental experience ever!!
My family and I just spent 9 days at Frankie's Starlight and it was *wonderful*-- the rental is very spacious (2 large bedrooms, each with their own full bath in the main house, as well as another large bedroom with bath in the separate private in-law apartment).
There's also a very nicely equipped (and stocked!) kitchen and a large, comfortable living room where everyone can hang out.
*Everything* you need is there-- washer, dryer, iron, beach chairs, coolers, beach towels, you-name-it!
We also LOVED both of the decks, especially the large one at the back of the house (with a big picnic table, benches, chairs, and a great grill) that has a beautiful view of Hither Creek.
The location is GREAT-- you're a stone's throw from Millie's and biking trails and only blocks from the beach (which has both a very calm, kid-friendly bay side as well as an ocean side for adult swimming and surfing).
Bottom line-- it's a WONDERFUL house that you and your family (or you and a fair number of your friends!) will greatly enjoy.
The other factor that made this such an amazing visit for us was the owner Frank. You will NOT find a more responsive, knowledgeable, kind and generous host-- we were visiting during hurricane Dorian and Frank made sure we were comfortable (very) and safe (absolutely). When we didn't have our bikes from home, Frank very generously let us use his family's bikes.
We simply can't say enough wonderful things about our experience with Frankie's Starlight-- if you book this rental a fantastic visit awaits you!!
Had a fantastic week here in this adorable home. The location cannot be beat- a short walk to Millie’s and Madaket beach (easy even for toddlers). We enjoyed the beautiful sunsets off the back porch and the peacefulness of the quiet neighborhood. We would love to stay here again in the future- our whole family absolutely fell in love with Madaket!
Great neighborhood! Couldn't access Madaket beach due to erosion but found another close by. Had a few obstacles as first guests of the season but all was resolved given good communication with Frankie Starlight! You will enjoy it😊
First I want to thank Francis for being so helping and inviting the whole week we were staying at his home. I had trouble working the door at first but Francis immediately helped us out. He also gave us many places to visit and check out while on the island. He made an amazing week even better.
The home is situated on a very quiet end of the island. The beach was calm and allowed us to enjoy the beautiful weather with almost no one around. The drive from the airport and the main city is super easy so we would go to dinner downtown every day with exception of two days where we grilled out. The main home has a main common area and two bedrooms and bathrooms at either end, perfect for a family. The back deck overlooks the bay and is perfect for morning coffee or an evening drink.
We will definitely come back and will certainly hope this home is available when we do. We highly recommend this to anyone traveling to the perfect island of Nantucket.
What A Gem of a Cottage on the West End of Nantucket!
Had a wonderful stay @ Frankie's Starlight this month! My first time staying in Madaket in 50 years of travel to the island. The Starlight is incredibly comfortable with both heat and AC. We loved how the two bedrooms were on opposite ends of the house separated by the great room and kitchen. Fully stocked with everything from linens and bedding to cookware and beach chairs/towels - you don't need to bring anything from home and can pack light!
Excellent communication with a very welcoming owner! Don't miss renting here - it's serene and quiet with beautiful sunsets and breathtaking starry nights! We had a blast Frankie *including Peanut and appreciate your hospitality!
Owner was wonderful to communicate with and the cottage was clean and the views are heaven!! Madaket location perfection. Highly recommend.
Alison S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
About the host
Hosted by Francis DiScala jr.
Dad, lawyer, fisherman, outdoors enthusiast in search of fun healthy activities to provide a full childhood experience for my many little ones. Nantucket, my favorite place on earth, never lets us down. The ocean and the beach has always been our calling.
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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