グレートサーフサイドの美しい家族向けの家

After coming to Nantucket for more than 20 years, we were delighted to find this wonderful family home. We have 5 family members and lots of relatives, so the space and location of this house are perfect for us.

We fell in love with the airy rooms and natural light, which melt work/life tension the moment you step in. With 2 family rooms, a big kitchen, a wraparound porch, and great outdoor space, the layout makes the house feel uncrowded even with lots of people.

As much as we love the island, we don't love the traffic and noise of some of the locations where we've stayed. This peaceful spot, right next to the state forest on a quiet dirt road, offers a perfect getaway. The big yard, protected by a wraparound hedge, is a safe area for kids to play.

The forest is a great place for hiking and biking, and it has an 18-hole disc golf course, which is fun for kids and adults alike. A short ride on the bike path takes you to Surfside and the other gorgeous south shore beaches. We're also within an easy walk to a fantastic bakery, an organic food shop, and the famed Meat and Fish Market, as well as several terrific restaurants that serve mostly locals.

Even in the height of summer, this spot offers a relaxing haven. On a foggy night you can hear the harbor foghorn in the distance; without the intrusion of traffic noise, you can easily imagine life in centuries past.

You don't have to sacrifice convenience for this idyllic location. Town is less than 2 miles away, and beautiful Surfside beach is an easy, flat 1.4-mile bike ride. With bike paths, two bike rental shops, and the bus route just steps away, the whole island is accessible with or without a car.