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9.6

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Nantucket, MA

Nobadeer Beach5 min drive
Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)11 min drive
Nantucket Ferry Terminal16 min drive
Surfside Beach17 min drive

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8/10 Good

Wonderful beach house….beautiful beach. The view of the ocean from the deck was fabulous. The house was in need of some ...

Kerri K.

Aug 20, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

'Far and Away' - Beachfront in Madequecham

'Far and Away' is a perfect upside down home on the beach down Madequecham Valley Road. It's just far enough from town to feel truly secluded but close enough that you're never more than 20 minutes from dinner, shopping or a bike ride in town. Expansive back lawn can accommodate a tent for the perfect beach wedding or large event (must be pre-arranged and additional fees apply)

The home features a large master suite, 2 smaller bedrooms and a bright and airy 'kids room' that sleeps up to 5 - all on the first floor. Kitchen and living room are on the second floor and feature a great wraparound deck in the rear with amazing ocean views.

**Dogs are welcome for an additional $200 fee

*** This home is available for 7 day/weekly (Saturday to Saturday) rentals only for the last two weeks in June-through mid September. Early June, September and October, there is minimum four night stay and the nightly rate will be discounted to $1,750 or $12,000 for a full week. Offseason rates are lower and there is a three night minimum.

Property manager

Kathy

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Additional fees may apply and pre-approval needed

Pets

Pets allowed

Additional cleaning fee applies

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Note from host: Additional fees may apply and pre-approval needed

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 and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number C0131071970

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nantucket

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Madequecham, a neighbourhood in Nantucket. Nantucket Ferry Terminal and Miacomet Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lily Pond Park and Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. Travelling with kids? Consider Nantucket Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum and Vestal St Observatory. Kayaking, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

Nobadeer Beach - 5 min drive
Jetties Beach - 15 min drive
Whaling Museum - 16 min drive
Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 16 min drive
Surfside Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cru - ‬23 min drive
‪Slip 14 - ‬23 min drive
‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬22 min drive
‪Bar Yoshi - ‬23 min drive
‪45 Surfside Bakery and Cafe - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Far and Away' - Beachfront in Madequecham pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Far and Away' - Beachfront in Madequecham?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Far and Away' - Beachfront in Madequecham?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Far and Away' - Beachfront in Madequecham located?

Nestled on the beach, this Madequecham holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Madequecham Pond and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Tom Nevers Beach. Nobadeer Beach and Jetties Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Kerri K.

20 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Wonderful beach house….beautiful beach. The view of the ocean from the deck was fabulous. The house was in need of some repairs….nothing major….just basic wear-and-tear. The airplanes fly overhead and the road to access the house is a bit nerve-wracking, but all in all a great place for a family vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin J.

8 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another amazing beach vacation

We love this house and property. The house is perfect for our family. The beach waves are so much fun. You can't find a better host.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc T.

11 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house, property and host

Our stay could not have been better. The house, host and location were to say the least PERFECT.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin J.

14 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our family!

We love to come to Nantucket and have been coming for many many years but have never stayed in this part of the island and it did NOT disappoint! The house was perfect for our family, the surf and swimming was just what we were looking for as well. We also love to play games outside and the area around the house was ideal. Being closer to the airport was new as well but it was fun and entertaining. We hope to come back next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Patty B., Massachusetts

30 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Comfortable Beach Home

Exactly as described. Amazing ocean views on a surf side beach. It is a long drive on an unpaved road. If you plan to spend time on other parts of the island it is a journey going back-and-forth. Otherwise a great house and a wonderful spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

19 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home for a family who loves the beach

We were a three generation family who enjoyed ourselves at the house. The house had lots of rooms, porches and beach toys to enjoy. We especially enjoyed the nearby beach where the children searched for shells, learned to body surf on boogey boards, build sand castles, and even see a seal.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views

Wonderful stay with my family and two dogs. We loved the ocean views from every room and brief walk down steep stairs to the beach. The beach was empty, beautiful and we even saw a sleeping seal on the sand. The dirt road to the home is over 2 miles and a bit bumpy but added to the charm. The house is near the airport but in a more undeveloped and rural area . The home itself was casual and comfortable, nicely stocked and as advertised. We are looking forward to our return.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

10 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Oceanfront Relaxation

My whole family -- from my 6 year old son to my 80 year old mother -- loved our time in this beautiful house! It was very well stocked with everything we needed in the kitchen, towels, beach toys, and everything else we needed. It was a pleasure to communicate with Kathy when needed, although we didn't really need to reach out to her much as we didn't have any issues. A wonderful experience all around!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN D., Boston, Massachusetts

2 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat!

Our family of 7 adults (and 3 month old baby) just returned from a wonderful week at Far and Away. We could not have stayed in a more perfect home for our family. The house was very well-stocked and we had everything we needed- it is so beachy and comfortable. We could not think of one single thing that could be improved upon! We spent lots of time on the spectacular deck with panoramic views, and walked back and forth to the beach countless times. The yard is great for games as well. We were so happy at the house that we hardly left except for 1 or 2 excursions. We loved the isolated location, and the long dirt road leading to the house made us feel like we were really away from it all! The dirt roads around the house are perfect for long runs or walks. Thank you, Kathleen for sharing your home with us. Absolute perfection, we know we want to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F., Lawrenceville

29 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Madequecham perfection

Just off a spectacular week at Far & Away. Madequecham has been my favorite Nantucket beach for 30 years, so to be just steps from it is simply perfection. We had two couples and two labs in our party, and plenty of room whether gathering or doing our own thing. We hosted nine adults for dinner during three nights of our stay and brought in private chefs. Again, plenty of room indoors and on the deck for casual grazing and seated dining. One of those nights included an acoustic guitarist at sunset... I think the neighbors enjoyed it as much as we did. The home has everything you need and more, and the owners are a pleasure, super responsive. We will definitely rent again next year (perhaps for two weeks next time) if we don't buy a house like this for ourselves in the area before then. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

9 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August 2020 at Madequecham

Great house, great (very remote) location, great owner. Excellent all around.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

James B.

2 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NiceEscape

Peaceful place to relax, watch and enjoy the ocean

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H., Edwards

9 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

M

Great

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

4 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our favorite location

This property is beautiful, the location was perfect - just yards from the beach. The house was clean and well appointed, and the yard was large and flat - great for yard games. Thanks for a great stay!

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

23 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Our second year enjoying this home. Amazing beach house to enjoy an escape 100 yards from the beach. Can not say enough positive about the experience with the home. Updated kitchen, bathrooms, etc. Perfect spot for Nantucket.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

17 Sept 2018

Far & Away is a slice of heaven

Little bit of a catch-22 here. As much as my family loved our time at Far & Away, I fear that if I write too glowing of a review, the traffic at this amazing spot may pick up, and box us out from future vacations. Nevertheless, this place was perfect. We came in early September - the best time to visit Nantucket when the water is still warm, the seals are abundant, and most of the summer tourists have gone. You can still have a perfect beach day and get a reservation at any place in town. There's a 5-10 minute drive to Far & Away on a bumpy, sandy road, and we had a newborn, so we had to hold her in our arms as we drove. That was the only negative. Even the drive was wonderful at times though: we saw deer every night and the views are amazing. The house is <100 feet from the southern edge of the island, connected to the house by a grassy path. The pictures don't do the view justice. We must have walked up/down the path 100x across our 3 days here, just relaxing, going to/from the beach at our leisure. Very few boats pass by this part of the island, and on both of our days, only 1-2 people were in sight on the miles of beach. You look out onto a vast expanse of ocean that stretches to the Bahamas. Nantucket is the most incredible vacation destination on earth - the island is magical and you could spend days exploring different parts of it - but you won't want to leave this home. The inside is comfortable, breezy, and well-stocked; outside there is a huge lawn, amazing views, and anything/everything you could ever need for a fun, family vacation. Surf boards, boogie boards, beach toys, outdoor shower. Our children and dogs were completely free to explore the beach, the waves, the porch, the yard...they were in heaven. We can't wait to return.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Brendan B.

5 Oct 2017

Beautiful and Secluded House

This house is great for a moderate to large group looking for privacy with an absolute joyous view. The Kitchen and Deck on the second floor look over a beautiful/large lawn great for games and just a short walk beyond that is the beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

29 Sept 2017

Great spot definitely planning a return trip!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C., Hull, Massachusetts USA

20 Sept 2017

We LOVE Far and Away!

We've stayed here three years in a row and there's nowhere on the island we'd rather stay. With the four bedrooms, it is perfect for our extended family of five adults and two kids. The house is in great condition and this year has a new gas grill, which was fantastic. We love the fact that the living area is one large room that includes the kitchen, dining and family room, all with 180 degree views of the ocean. The vaulted ceilings with wood beams are wonderful, as I'm sure the fireplace would be in colder months. The house is remote, meaning a 10 minute drive down a dirt road, but that adds to the charm of it, with sweeping ocean views and beautiful sunrises and sunsets since the house faces south. The beach is beautiful, the best on Nantucket, and on the calmer days the kids love going out in the waves to boogie board. All communication has been awesome with Kathy, as she's super responsive and very clear about everything the house has to offer and the house logistics (keys, trash, recycling, etc.). The house is 20 or so minutes from town, so of you're looking to go into town a bunch and out to eat all the time, you'll spend some time in the car. But if you want to spend your week at the house, make meals on the grill while looking at the ocean and play games in the large back yard while listening to the waves, this is the perfect house. We can't wait to do it again next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

6 Sept 2017

Great house beautiful view steps from the beach

Our family had a wonderful week in august staying and Far and Away. The house was great very comfortable and had everything we needed for a week of relaxing and cooking and having fun. The view was incredible and so relaxing to listen to the waves at night and being steps from the beach made it all so easy. We look forward to staying again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B., New York, NY

14 June 2017

A wonderful family retreat

This home is very private, located down a long dirt road on Madequecham beach. Everything was clean and in good repair, and we loved being so close to the water. Plenty of sleeping and entertaining room for a large group. Hope to return soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2015

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kristen F.

2 June 2015

Figawi Weekend

The Madequecham house is a real Nantucket house. Off a long unpaved Sandy road it puts tranquility and serenity at the top Of the list. We had a full house and there was plenty of room for all. The house was clean and adorable. I would definitely recommended this home to anyone who has a larger group. Especially for those families who want peace and quite away from town and the sounds of the ocean All the time this is your house.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B., New York, NY

7 June 2014

Paradise!

A perfect spot to relax, spend time with family and truly get away. Every time we come we feel instantly at home. Plenty of beds for a large family/group and lots for everyone to do. From the beach to Cisco brewery to shopping in town to just enjoying the scenery from the deck, there's no shortage of things to do. An ideal spot.