10 min. walk to Downtown. In Historic District. Perfect for families.

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Enclosed backyard with two picnic tables seating 11, hammock, grill, 11 chairs

Picnic tables, new Weber charcoal and gas grills and children's picnic table

View of backyard gate entrance and large grass yard

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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11167 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Parking available

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Nantucket, Ma

Nantucket Historical Association
11 min walk
Theatre Workshop of Nantucket
12 min walk
Nantucket Atheneum
14 min walk
Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
6 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

'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. The owner and a professional caretaking company are on call 24 hours should there be an urgent repair. 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 management company to handle any issues which arise during your stay.
Mass. Occupancy Excise Registration Account ID: ROC-19250467-002
Nantucket Short Term Rental Permit 011902

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Property manager

Kathleen Conway

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Languages

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.

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

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 C0019171970

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nantucket

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Nantucket Town, a neighbourhood 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Nantucket, Ma

What's nearby

Nantucket Atheneum - 14 min walk
Whaling Museum - 16 min walk
Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 19 min walk
Surfside Beach - 7 min drive
Jetties Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rose & Crown - ‬15 min walk
‪Slip 14 - ‬15 min walk
‪Back Yard BBQ - ‬15 min walk
‪Sea Grille - ‬10 min walk
‪Lemon Press - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 10 min. walk to Downtown. In Historic District. Perfect for families. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 10 min. walk to Downtown. In Historic District. Perfect for families.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 10 min. walk to Downtown. In Historic District. Perfect for families.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 10 min. walk to Downtown. In Historic District. Perfect for families. located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Old Mill, "Colored" Cemetery and Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum. Hadwen House and Historic Mitchell House are also within 10 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

15 Sept 2024

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Wonderful Nantucket rental!

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!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

20 Aug 2024

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Relaxing week at The Honky Dory!!

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.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

13 July 2024

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A perfect stay!

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!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

26 June 2024

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Moms Time Away

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.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LISA S.

26 June 2024

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Cleanliness meets tranquility

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!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

23 May 2024

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Nantucket wine fest

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!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki J.

29 Sept 2023

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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.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlene P.

19 Sept 2023

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Wedding

I was there for my daughters wedding. Property's location was near to Main Street both by car and walking.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georges A.

19 Aug 2023

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Well appointed

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!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michael S.

17 June 2023

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Family vacation

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.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish F.

9 June 2023

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Wonderful trip

Great location

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin T.

31 May 2023

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Perfect getaway

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!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rika S.

7 Dec 2022

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Great Thanksgiving Stay

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.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

bev c.

7 Dec 2022

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The best Christmas Stroll ever

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!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

13 Oct 2022

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Excellent stay

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!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

2 Oct 2022

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Charming Place; Great Location

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!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan R.

22 Sept 2022

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Great location - perfect space!

My family and I had a fabulous time at Hunky Dory! Perfect size for our group of 10, we had plenty of space. The garden was great, ate outdoors mostly and the outdoor shower was divine. Kathleen was very good at communicating!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faith P.

17 Sept 2022

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Lovely stay at this quintessential Nantucket Cottage

Wonderfully welcoming and celebrating Nantucket in every room, this home is charming, comfortable and has a delightful garden to enjoy! We were a group of senior women reuniting for an active stay and the home was a perfect retreat in a fabulous location near to town and bike paths. Many thanks to our host!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer & Georges A., Los Altos, CA

2 Aug 2022

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Great location for Multigenerational Family

Our family of teens, parents, and grandparents had a wonderful stay at Hunky Dory! There is plenty of room for large family meals while at the same time enough separate spaces for people to spread out to work, play and relax. The location was perfect for walks to town, grocery runs to Stop and Shop and bike rides to the beach. Nantucket was uncharacteristically hot and humid during our stay, so we were very grateful for the AC units in all the rooms. Kathleen was very helpful and responsive. We enjoyed the special attention she gives to little things like pretty sheets, an abundance of towels and beach chairs, fun games and a generous supply of household items.We can't wait to come back next year!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

justin f.

27 July 2022

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A nice stay

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.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

28 Apr 2022

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Daffodil Days

We are a group of 5 Senior women who have been on several trips together. We all rated this our favorite!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW R., Freeport

29 Nov 2021

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Thanksgiving week

Good location, well stocked kitchen, plenty of towels, comfy beds. Was a great place to be for Thanksgiving on island. Would stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

12 Oct 2021

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Great location and clean.

The house was clean and comfortable. It was an easy walk to the town, restaurants and grocery. Communication with the owners were very good. They responded very quickly to any questions we had. I appreciated the fact that we were able to do our own laundry and thus have our laundry deposit returned. There are only two bathrooms so if you had eleven people and used all the beds it might get crowded waiting for a shower (although there is an additional outside shower) but we only had four people so there was plenty of room. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

7 Oct 2021

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Great Experience!

Beautiful house and great experience overall!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John P.

4 Oct 2021

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Loved our stay at Hunky Dory

Our family group of seven adults, ages 25 to 62, had a wonderful week-long stay at Hunky Dory. I can't add to much to what has already been described in other reviews, but some of our favorite things about the property were its casual and comfortable charm, numerous spacious common areas, and the large and attractive yard set up for dining, socializing, and relaxing (double hammock). The kitchen is attractive and functional and better equipped than our one at home. Some of our most memorable times at the house were relaxed outdoor meals, including a takeout Lobster dinner (Sayle's, Kathleen's recommendation). This was our first trip to Nantucket and our most memorable adventure/beach experience was driving rental Jeeps out to Great Point and spending several hours there (Young's, again Kathleen's recommendation).

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen Conway

I grew up north of Boston but live in the South. I am a responsive home owner committed to making sure my guests enjoy my home and the island as much as I do. I travel to the island frequently to enjoy and check on "Hunky Dory". I have a caretaking company to handle any issues that may arise during your stay. I am easy to reach by cell phone, text or email if there are any questions or issues that arise not covered by the house instructions. I have been a member of the Chamber of Commerce since 2003 when I first began renting out "Hunky Dory". I love to sail, kayak, bike and eat great food when I am on island. I also surf at Cisco beach and hope to get better each year.

Why they chose this property

I had looked for the perfect Nantucket home for almost two years when I found "Hunky Dory". It was love at first sight even before I had stepped inside. It was the house I dreamed of finding, historic, light filled and the perfect location. Many island owners have quarter boards with their house's name carved in wood. A book about the history and meaning of different Nantucket quarterboards was written a few years ago. My quarter board has its name and carvings of Brant Point and Sankaty Light, along with island flowers. I chose the name because when I am at the house enjoying family or friends, everything really is hunky dory. I loved vacationing on the island for years before I bought "Hunky Dory." I wanted a home close enough to downtown to easily walk there, especially in the summer when it is very difficult to find parking. I also wanted to be close to the Surfside bike path and the harbor to kayak. Having a home large enough to enjoy with my family and friends, but with history, was very important. I wanted a home with character that made me feel very connected to the island's history. Myself and my VRBO guests have celebrated many happy occasions and made many cherished memories at "Hunky Dory." I love hearing what history my guests have with the island or why they will be visiting. I also love to hear from first time island visitors about how they fell in love with my house and the island. I really enjoy spending more time there during the different seasons and enjoying the various events such as Daffodil Festival weekend, Wine Festival weekend, Nantucket Film Festival week, the Fourth of July events, Boston Pops on the Beach, the Halloween parade, the Cold Turkey Plunge and Christmas tree lighting over Thanksgiving week, and of course the beloved Christmas Stroll.

What makes this property unique

"Hunky Dory" has an enclosed large grass backyard compared to many homes in the historic district. Mature landscaping surrounds the yard/patio. On Nantucket it is more fun to be outside for meals during warm weather, so I have picnic table seating for 11 and a children's picnic table. Having enough room and a safe enclosed area for children to play or adults to have a quiet spot to read or relax in the hammock is a wonderful benefit of this home. When you have to be inside, the home has many windows filling it with natural light. The narrow lane the house is situated on is quiet and residential. The Surfside beach bike path is at the top of the street. The Cisco brewery/beach bike path and Madaket bike paths are a 5-10 minute bike ride from the house.. After the beach or biking, nothing beats a warm shower outside in the private enclosed outdoor shower. At night you can even enjoy a hot shower under the stars. I love the outdoor shower so much I had one built at my home in the South, which I enjoy year round. My guests love the large kitchen to hang out or or eat in since it comfortably seats 11 people. The dining room table extends to seat 11 as well. Two wonderful historic sites, the Old Mill and the second oldest African American Meeting House are just a 3 minute walk from the house. One of the many ways to walk downtown is on a sidewalk passing gorgeous mansions and flowers. Or you can explore the side streets to get to Main Street as well, so you can walk a different way for your entire stay, each as beautiful as the next. It is a 10 minute walk to the harbor beach where you can rent a kayak or paddleboard or have Sayles Seafood cook lobsters or grilled/fried seafood to eat there or take back to the house. Or purchase freshly caught fish there to grill on the Weber gas or charcoal grills. The location is perfect for short stays when you do not want to take a car over or rent a car. Both grocery stores and the island wide shuttle are a 10 minute walk away.