[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gorgeous 10 min. walk to Downtown. Perfect for families. Large backyard. Vacation home in Nantucket with kitchen and patio ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28770000/28765900/28765876/ed7c63cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28770000/28765900/28765876/7c1d8d58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28770000/28765900/28765876/d6f5c7ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28770000/28765900/28765876/9c6b27d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28770000/28765900/28765876/eb42b765.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Nantucket's historic district, 'Hunky Dory' offers a charming retreat. This beautifully renovated home features a fully enclosed large grass backyard, private outdoor hot water shower, and off-street parking for two SUVs. Inside, you'll find all hardwood floors, original artwork/photographs and beautiful Claire Murray rugs. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gorgeous 10 min. walk to Downtown. Perfect for families. Large backyard. 'Hunky Dory' is a spacious and light-filled fully equipped five bedroom home with decor and furnishings inspired by its history and Nantucket Island. Built in 1841 by mariner Joseph Lewis and recently beautifully renovated, 'Hunky Dory' is situated on a very quiet narrow lane near the working, 18th-century windmill. Located in the downtown historic district, this home is a short walk past sea captains' mansions to the heart of Nantucket town's shops and restaurants. A private enclosed backyard is beautifully landscaped with hydrangeas, lilies, and Roses of Sharon and features an enclosed outdoor hot water shower. The front of the house has hydrangeas, roses and and flowering window boxes. Hunky Dory is as charming outside as it is inside. The home is immaculate and has all hardwood floors, original artwork/photographs and beautiful Claire Murray rugs. Its central location to town and grocery stores, all a 10 minute walk from the house, make it perfect for those who do not need to bring or rent a vehicle. For those who choose to have a vehicle, the seashell driveway provides space for 2 SUVs to park side by side. My home is owner operated and not owned by an impersonal professional management real estate company, so I am available 24/7, as is my on island professional caretaking company.. Unique features are: \* FULLY ENCLOSED LARGE GRASS BACKYARD \* LARGE BRICK PATIO // 2 LARGE PICNIC TABLES AND CHILD'S PICNIC TABLE \* AIR CONDITIONING WINDOW UNITS // CENTRAL HEATING WITH 4 ZONES \* FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN SEATS 11 KEURIG AND DRIP COFFEE POT AND FILTERS \* LARGE DINING ROOM TABLE \* OFF STREET PARKING FOR TWO SUV VEHICLES SIDE BY SIDE \* LARGE DOUBLE HAMMOCK AND PILLOW \* 11 RECLINING BEACH CHAIRS/BEACH UMBRELLA/COOLER \* NEW HEMINGWAY MATTRESSES AS OF SEPTEMBER 2023 \* PRIVATE ENCLOSED HOT WATER OUTDOOR SHOWER WITH RAIN SHOWERHEAD \* WEBER GAS AND WEBER CHARCOAL GRILLS WITH BARBEQUE UTENSILS \* HIGH SPEED INTERNET WITH WIRELESS ROUTER \* EXPANDED TIER CABLE CHANNELS \* 24 HOUR ON CALL ISLAND CARETAKING COMPANY \* ALL LINENS INCLUDING BEACHTOWELS PROVIDED AND EXTRA LINENS ON SITE \* WASHER/DRYER WITH FRAGRANCE FREE DETERGENT AND OXYCLEAN SUPPLIED// IRON // IRONING BOARDS AND STARCH \* VRBO PREMIER PARTNER STATUS REFLECTS HIGH STANDARDS \* CLOTHESLINE FOR BATHING SUITS BEHIND SHED // GARDEN HOSE \* GAMES/BOOKS/DVD LIBRARY \* IN HISTORIC DISTRICT OF NANTUCKET TOWN \* SHORT WALK TO DOWNTOWN SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS WITHOUT HASSLE OF TRYING TO FIND PARKING. \* SURFSIDE BEACH BIKE PATH AT TOP OF STREET/CISCO AND MADAKET BIKE PATHS 5-10 MINUTE BIKE RIDE FROM HOUSE \* "THE WAVE" ISLAND WIDE SHUTTLE STATION IS AN 8 MIN. WALK FROM HOUSE \* SHORT WALK TO BOTH LARGE GROCERY/LIQUOR STORES \* THREE TVS/3 HAIRDRYERS July and August usually requires a minimum seven night stay. Shorter stays are welcome during all other months or if available during the summer. The owner is extremely responsive and happy to help with recommendations regarding transportation or suggested activities and help planning your trip. The property is owner operated with a on island professional caretaking company and on island cleaning company to handle any issues which arise during your stay. No events such as weddings, or parties exceeding the number of tenants are allowed to be held on the premises. The maximum number of vehicles allowed is two vehicles, which must be parked in the driveway. If there is an additional vehicle, it must only be parked in a paid lot. Mass. Occupancy Excise Registration Account ID: ROC-19250467-002 Nantucket Short Term Rental Permit 011902 . ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rugs in public areas - Area rugs in room - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106270000/106265400/106265304/6b336e4c_edited_52b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 4 bedroom cottage in town, with parking Nantucket Town - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=106265304&PinnedHotelID=106265304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75007200/75007106/285459a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 45A Beautifully Renovated Home Near Town Center Nantucket Town - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 43 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=75007106&PinnedHotelID=75007106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33566400/33566304/69af7172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming home tucked on a lovely lane - 10 min walk to main street Nantucket Town - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 83 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=33566304&PinnedHotelID=33566304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70130000/70125100/70125048/fb3890c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful House Minutes from Town, on Bike Path Nantucket Town - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=70125048&PinnedHotelID=70125048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31060000/31052700/31052614/5787bce3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Free 3rd Night!\* New house! 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Walk to town, harbor and restaurants Nantucket Town - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=64395558&PinnedHotelID=64395558&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 30 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Lease must be signed. No excessive noise from 10 pm -7 am Mandatory lead disclosure under Mass. law must be signed for children under 6. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number C0019171970 ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Main St. Harbor Beaches Beach Chairs Towels Grill Hammock House Main St. Harbor Beaches Beach Chairs Towels Grill Hammock ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Nantucket Town, a neighborhood 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Nantucket travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Nantucket.dx285) [View more Vacation homes in Nantucket](https://www.expedia.ca/Nantucket-Private-Vacation-Homes.d285-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.27680%2C-70.09956&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KF5Lad_9qcepCTIB60ntomwR-1Y=) Nantucket, MA ### What's nearby - Nantucket Historical Association - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Whaling Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Jetties Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Surfside Beach - 7 min drive - 4.5 km ### Getting around - Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 6 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬8 min walk - ‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬13 min walk - ‪Siam to Go - ‬11 min walk - ‪Lemon Press - ‬13 min walk - ‪The Sea Grille - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gorgeous 10 min. walk to Downtown. Perfect for families. Large backyard. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Gorgeous 10 min. walk to Downtown. Perfect for families. Large backyard. ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gorgeous 10 min. walk to Downtown. Perfect for families. Large backyard. ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Gorgeous 10 min. walk to Downtown. Perfect for families. Large backyard. located? > Located in Nantucket Town, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of The Old Mill, "Colored" Cemetery, and Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum. Hadwen House and Historic Mitchell House are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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