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.
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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11167 sq m
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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
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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
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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
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Area rugs in room
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
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. 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 horse riding and hunting nearby. Visit our Nantucket travel guide
Is Gorgeous 10 min. walk to Downtown. Perfect for families. Large backyard. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the 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.
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We had a great time at this quaint cottage. The outdoor space was 10/10. The outdoor shower was a highlight and drinking coffee in the sunny living room.
My friends & I really enjoyed our stay at this charming home in Nantucket.
The property is very well stocked with everything you need for cooking, etc. The home is in walking distance to downtown. Renting bikes is fun with wonderful bike paths. We would stay here again.
We loved our weekend on Nantucket. The house was easily accessible to Downtown which is where we spent most of our time. We did Uber one day to the Cisco Brewery which was great too! The house was very very clean and Kathleen was easy to contact before the stay for different questions that came up. I would stay at this rental again!
Wonderful vacation home! The owner was very responsive to all questions regarding the house and island. Beautiful yard and gardens! The house is equipped with everything we needed. Loved the kitchen layout and rest of the house. Cozy, yet plenty of room for everybody to not feel on top of each other. Easy 10 minute walk to the center of town. The perfect vacation rental!
We had a wonderful stay at Hunky Dory! Everything is as advertised online and Kathleen is super easy to work with. The house is very clean, organized, and has everything you need to have a comfortable, relaxing, and fun vacation! The outdoor shower experience is not to be missed while on Nantucket! Hunky Dory is in a great central location that allows you to bike to downtown and to many of the beaches like Cisco and Jetties beach. Would highly recommend this place and will definitely be back for another visit!
Our stay at the Hunky Dory was fantastic! It felt like the perfect blend of having our own charming island home and being on a relaxing vacation. The place was comfortable, clean, and charming. The outdoor shower and private yard were all my Nantucket dreams come true. The location was perfect – close enough to explore everything by foot or bike, but also quiet and peaceful.
Kathleen, the host, was amazing! She was helpful and friendly, sharing all her local knowledge and ensuring we had all the info we needed for a good stay. We loved it so much, we already booked again for next year! This place is a treasure – shhh, don't tell everyone!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The house is spacious, beautifully decorated, and on a quiet street but so close to everything: town, beaches, shopping, doughnuts! This was our second time staying here, and we look forward to coming back again. We really appreciate how clean and well appointed it is. There are more than enough towels, beach towels, beach chairs, dishes and beds for everyone in our large group. Thank you, Kathleen!
I highly recommend Kathleen's place! I went to Nantucket for a week with my husband, 2 daughters and some of their friends. Kathleen's cottage is so comfortable and relaxing.
She has everything you would need. The house is very roomy and quiet in a great section of the island. My teenage daughters could easily walk into town with their friends.
We booked the same week for next year before we even left the island!
Kathleen is very responsive and kind.
Highly recommend this gem of a place.
I couldn’t love this house more. The backyard, outdoor shower, location, character. We loved it. We stayed for 10 days for our wedding week and had such a nice time and everyone who came by loved the house. We cannot wait to plan our stay again. The host is just lovely and so accommodating.
The house accommodated our group of 2 adults and 3 children well. The home is old and charming and located near town and beaches. Communication with the host was very easy and responses were quick.
The communication with the host was above and beyond easy as well as quick. The location of Honky Dory was exactly as described "8 minute walk to town" and a quick bike ride. Also the location has easy access to the larger Stop & Shop! We hope to return to Honky Dory in the near future!
This was a darling comfortable cottage near town. It was so nice for my daughters and I. The upstairs ceilings were a bit of a challenge for my tall daughters, but they didn’t mind. I’m not used to recycling so I was nervous about doing it wrong and getting a fine, but I think we figured it out. Although it is easier to stay in a hotel-you don’t have to wash towels or pay an extra fee-we really loved being together in an adorable cottage. Nantucket is so charming and staying in a cottage just added to the romance of the town. Wonderful host!
We were pleased with location of the home. Walking distance to town. Downtown Nantucket is beautiful with plenty to do. We also rented a car at Young’s Bike Shop and really enjoyed exploring the island. The home was nice with a great private outdoor space. The downstairs bedroom is nice with own bathroom, which is the only bathroom downstairs. The bedrooms upstairs with queen and double beds are small, but ok. The twin beds are just outside the doors to the other bedrooms and a bit awkward. Only 1 small bathroom upstairs. Actual beds were not very comfortable. The family room area was a nice size and the kitchen was also big enough for our group to gather.
Just got back from a great week at Kathleen’s property Hunky Dory!! First of all Kathleen’s communication is top notch. No question went unanswered and very quick to respond! I was a little nervous about the recycling rules on Nantucket, LOL but Kathleen walked us through it. You can tell this property is her baby and she has put a lot of love and care into it. It is adorable inside with beautiful grounds, flowers and outdoor seating. A few of us worked throughout the vacation and wifi is excellent downstairs. There was everything you need to cook. She has lots of towels, facecloths, beach towels, chairs, back up light bulbs and a full washer dryer! Air conditioners everywhere if hot outside. The home is older with low ceilings so if you are a tall family you will need to duck your head a bit upstairs. The stairs to second floor are steep so I suggest putting all the younger folk up there. I kept my 80 yo dad downstairs in king bed with bathroom close by. Hunky Dory is about a 10-15 min walk to town depending on how fast you walk. 5 min by bike. Pay attention to how Kathleen tells you to get to house as there is less traffic that way. We did not and were surprised at how fast cars go by pedestrians and roads are narrow. It is also safer by bike the way she tells you. Kathleen gives you tons of suggestions for the island and we hit most of them. On the boat over people were shocked we had made no reservations for restaurants before we left. But honestly, you can get in nearly anywhere for lunch including “Galley Beach”. Beautiful! Dinner FORGET IT, but if you go to restaurants at 4 or 5 you may be able to get in. Gaslight and Town were yummy. Most places were super nice but some very snobby and laughed when we tried to get in, “American Seasons”. We went to “Rose and a Crown” 5 times as you can walk right in anytime and eat outside under umbrellas. Very good food too!. Also, Hunky Dory is close to bus stops but to go to further distance locations, “Cisco breweries” and “Mataket” you will need to take bus downtown first. Get a week pass for $30 and ride anywhere. The stop and shop is a 5 min bike ride and we went there quite often for supplies. Also, at end of week when my dad got a bit tired of walking, NO problem getting an Uber. Thank you Kathleen for a great experience on our first visit to Nantucket! I would highly recommend Kathleen’s home!
Our group of 9 had a great stay. Grandparents, kids, older grandchildren. It was cozy, but enough space for us to spread out as well. Space was clean, and all communications were clear. A great stay.
From start to finish everything was perfect. The host Kathleen was amazingly helpful and responsive with all of our many questions she started getting getting about 11 months before our stay. The property is beautiful, comfortable, and in a perfect location. Hoping to come back to Nantucket real soon and stay here again.
The house has plenty of room to spread out and is so comfortably and attractively furnished. We walked most everywhere. The layout of the bedding made it perfect for friends to be together but mostly have their own beds. Such cozy and warm, bedding, and comforters! Thank you for offering your beautiful home as a vrbo!
Hunky Dory was the perfect stay for the week. The house was in a great location and we enjoyed the large and enclosed backyard. The host was thoughtful and responsive. We loved every minute!
Exactly as advertised. Kathleen (host) was very responsive and check-in/out was a breeze. It’s situated on a lovely street about a 10 minute walk into town. Very clean and super convenient to town. I’d recommend and stay there again!