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A spacious backyard features a well-maintained lawn surrounded by privacy hedges and blooming trees. Lounge chairs are positioned for relaxation, while a seating area with a table invites outdoor dining. A inviting path leads to the entrance of the cottage-style home, enhancing outdoor enjoyment.
Home in Nantucket
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

South of Town Surf Shack. Best Deal on Island.

Redecorated for summer 2025 with new linens and Casper beds! While the exterior is the picture perfect Nantucket cottage home surrounded by hydrangeas, you will be surprised by the casual, surf-vibe of the decor. Enjoy the best of Nantucket by walking to Town (under 1 mi) at this prime location property. The lot has privacy hedges and borders conservation land. This property has a separate living area home to two of the homeowner's employees. No parties, dinner parties, or events are allowed.

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A living area features a comfortable sofa adorned with decorative pillows and a glass-top coffee table. Two bar stools are positioned at a nearby counter, and a chair is set to the side. Natural light streams through large windows showcasing plants in the outdoor space.
Home in Nantucket
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

Beach "Loft"

Enjoy The Beach Loft Apartment's convenient proximity to beaches, town and S’conset. Located 4 miles from the ctr. of the Historic District and 1 mile to Nobadeer beach our lofty spacious 900 sq. ft., 10 foot ceiling height apartment is the lower level (basement) of our home. Yet you will have complete privacy with separate parking as well as separate entrance and your own outdoor deck. The neighborhood is 3 acre zoning. It is secluded and quiet with many pine trees, oak and sassafras trees.

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Home in Nantucket
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews

Cuddle In Cottage near Surfside Beach

This charming Nantucket chic decorated cottage is your ideal vacation spot. Perfect for 2 and a max of 4 people. The cottage is less than a mile from Surfside Beach, voted the islands favorite, and across the street from a bike path offering biking to the beach or town a safe and easy option. The cottage boasts privacy with fully stocked kitchen, in and out door shower, radiant heat, AC unit in the bedroom, 2 flat screen TV's, top drawer linens, towels, beach chairs and an out door grill.

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A charming home with a shingled exterior is set against a clear blue sky. It is surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and lush greenery. A spacious deck is visible at the rear, furnished with seating, while a gravel pathway leads to a pair of white Adirondack chairs.
Home in Nantucket
5 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews

Large yard, deck & hot tub 4 bedroom, sleeps 8

**Min stay: peak season 5 nights / shoulder season 4 nights/ off season 3 nights** Tucked in off the road lies a 4 bedroom home with a spacious yard, hot tub, fire pit, and deck suitable for dining or entertaining. The modest upstairs expands to a basement with a large living area, two bedrooms, and a kitchenette. The large deck is equipped for dining or entertaining. It also features an outdoor shower for after a long day at the beach. **House is winterized for cold weather stays**

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The exterior of a charming cottage is surrounded by vibrant gardens featuring colorful flowers and lush greenery. A paved walkway leads to the front door, which is framed by a large round window and flanked by multi-paned windows on either side, enhancing the inviting facade.
Cottage in Nantucket
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

Charming 3BR Nantucket Cottage by Town/Beach

Elegant, charming rose-covered cottage on Nantucket. Three-bedroom, 2-1/2 bath (plus outdoor shower), sleeps 5, walkable to town and beach. Open floor plan, eat-in kitchen. Beautiful English gardens. “Pebble Cottage” is practically across the street from Something Natural, a wonderful deli/bakery. In the summer, there is a shuttle bus to town and beach that stops right outside on Cliff Road. Parking space available. Pebble Cottage is the smaller of the 2 houses on the property.

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A cozy living area features a white sofa adorned with patterned throw pillows and a soft blanket. Intricately woven silver side tables sit on a textured area rug. Natural light enters from a nearby window, illuminating the wood-paneled walls and highlighting the adjacent kitchenette.
Apartment in Nantucket
5 out of 5 average rating, 87 reviews

“Somer Sweet” is Moments Away to the Beach!

So close to the beach! 2nd floor apt with private entrance decorated with vacation in mind offering an open living, dining and kitchenette area with cathedral ceilings. Beautiful bedroom with a queen bed, bureau and closet. A hall bathroom with a new tiled shower and vanity with marble top. In the hallway is a laundry area with full size washer/dryer. 2nd floor private entrance is located over our two bay garage which is attached to our home. Super location just .2m to beach road!

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A modern kitchen and living area feature white shiplap walls and beamed ceilings, highlighting natural light. An island with seating provides a functional space, while stainless steel appliances and ample cabinetry offer convenience. A cozy seating area is visible in the background, complemented by decorative accents.
Home in Nantucket
5 out of 5 average rating, 42 reviews

Kerstin Swedish House

Enjoy this fresh 2021 new construction house tucked right in town, footsteps from boutiques, restaurants and walking distance to the Hyline ferry. The house was completely rebuilt in 2021 and has all the latest modern amenities, a sound system that links to your phone, refrigerator screen links to music and internet and a mood lighting system. Outside enjoy two patios with ceramic stone and an outdoor shower. Two smart TVs and an electric fireplace for fun add to your enjoyment!

Top guest favorite
The living area features high, sloped ceilings supported by wooden beams. Large windows allow natural light to brighten the space, and a working fireplace is positioned on one wall. A comfortable seating arrangement includes light-colored sofas, and a small TV sits on a side table.
Cottage in Nantucket
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews

Spouter Cottage

A unique upside down two bedroom cottage with a deck and a view of the Harbor. A curated space with antique beams, handcrafted doors, flooring and cabinetry, antiques and fine art. It all lends a vintage feel to an up to date with all the amenities home. There is a private small side yard and garden with outdoor grill and seating. This is not a party house, it’s a sensitive house, I live right on the property, adjacent to the cottage, you have full privacy but no shenanigans.

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An arched wooden gate opens to a brick pathway leading to a cottage with a blue door. Lush green grass surrounds the path, complemented by blooming hydrangeas in the garden, creating a serene entryway to the property.
Cottage in Nantucket
5 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

In-Town Cottage - Walk to Shops & Restaurants!

Moongate Cottage, with quintessential Nantucket charm is walkable to downtown. Enter through the arched wooden gate in the mature hedges, to your private oasis with a quaint yard and brick patio. The cottage furnishes everything you need. From June to September, we have a 7-night minimum stay from Saturday to Saturday. Enjoy the large living room, spacious bedroom, updated kitchen and bathroom. The ambiance shows throughout with the modern beach chic decor.

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A cozy sleeping area features a spacious bed with blue and white striped bedding. Natural light enters through two large windows, illuminating the light-colored walls and ceramic tile floor. A wooden bench at the foot of the bed complements a stylish lamp and decorative wall art.
Home in Nantucket
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviews

Mid Island Crash Pad

A conveniently located mid-island Crash Pad for the all movers and shakers that visit Nantucket! This gorgeous, newly built one bedroom studio with its own exterior entrance is just a few steps from the bike path and shuttle that takes you right into town. This location and space offer everything you need to be comfortable in between beach jaunts or shopping trips to town. Like a hotel room, we offer a simple and affordable place to stay on ACK.

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A modern kitchen features soft green cabinetry and a white countertop, complemented by natural wood beams overhead. Pendant lights illuminate the space, and a vase with fresh flowers rests on the kitchen island, adding a touch of color to the functional design.
Apartment in Nantucket
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews

Great Condo In Town!

Great two bedroom condo in town renovated in winter 2025 - new kitchen and updated bathroom. If arriving by ferry, you're just a ten minute walk from dropping off your bags and being on vacation. Convenient to restaurants, bars, shopping and everything town offers. Queen bed in master and single in second bedroom. Couch in living room is a pullout as well as option for blow up mattress. The condo is on the second floor.

Top guest favorite
A spacious backyard features a manicured lawn surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck attached to the house. The two-story residence with shingle siding is visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Home in Nantucket
5 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews

Quiet Cul-de-Sac near Sconset

Located on a quiet cul-de-sac across from Sconset Golf Club, this classic Nantucket home offers a peaceful retreat with views of Sankaty Head Lighthouse. Just a ten-minute bike ride to Sconset village and a short walk to the free island shuttle. Filled with natural light, the home features a spacious yard, outdoor shower, and all the essentials for an easy summer stay—beach gear, bikes, and more included.

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All about South Shore

For a coastal New England vacation with a side of history, there’s no place like Massachusetts’ South Shore, where quaint towns dating back to before the Revolutionary War and beach-lined suburbs fill the space between Boston and Cape Cod. Settled by the Pilgrims more than 400 years ago, the area surrounding Route 3 brims with Colonial architecture, migrating whales (and the boats that watch for them), cranberry bogs, and picture-perfect stretches of rocky coastline where you can relax, breathe in the salty air, and gaze out over the water. Most of the South Shore towns boast convenient connections to Boston, invitingly cool Atlantic waters for escaping summer heat, and wind-wisped sand for shoreline strolls, but each has its own charms. The legendary and emblematic Plymouth Rock can be found in a state park in the town of Plymouth, Hull brings people in for its famous Nantasket Beach, and birders flock to Marshfield’s wildlife sanctuaries, Daniel Webster and North River.

What are the top things to do in South Shore?

Cranberry Bogs

Watch as harvesters wade through layers of bright red baubles as they rake cranberries from flooded fields. Farms around the region are open to visitors looking to catch a glimpse of the unique and colorful way that the holiday staple makes its way to tables around the country. Pick up fresh berries in season ― mid-October through the end of the year ― or pop by for frozen or canned products anytime.

Whale Watching

Book a tour on a whale-watching boat from Plymouth during whale season, from late spring to early fall, and relish the chance to spot majestic humpback whales as they frolic just off the coast.

Nantasket Beach

Considered by many to be the South Shore’s best beach, this sandy stretch of shoreline in the town of Hull clocks in at just over a mile long. On hot weekends, it can seem like the entire Commonwealth of Boston is here. Families in particular love it for its historic carousel, playground, and evening concerts. When the tide is out, the beach turns into a hotspot for tidepooling.