Nantucket Town stay.A stay at this Nantucket Town vacation home places you steps from Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Francis Street Beach. Maria Mitchell Aquarium and The Old Mill are also within half a mile (1 km).
Nantucket Historical Association - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Getting around
Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
167 Raw Nantucket - 6 min drive
Cru - 14 min walk
Cisco Brewers - 6 min drive
Brotherhood of Thieves - 14 min walk
Handlebar Cafe - 10 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps
Summary:
Welcome to your private Nantucket home, a 6-bedroom, 3-bath retreat for up to 11 guests, just 2,500 to 3,000 steps from downtown. Built circa 1755 by Simeon Gardner, this is one of Nantucket's oldest standing homes, with character-rich interiors, sloped floors, and that unmistakable old Nantucket feel. Private hot tub, outdoor dining, and a dedicated backyard. This listing is for the main house only, the cottage on the property may be occupied by another group during your stay.
The Space:
🏠 Private Home | 🛏️ 6 Bedrooms | 🛁 3 Bathrooms | 👥 Up to 11 Guests
Two-story historic home built circa 1755 in Nantucket's Historic District, within walking distance of downtown. Original character throughout, including sloped floors and narrow staircases. A new bathroom and select modern updates have been added for comfort. The main house has its own dedicated private outdoor area, partially enclosed by a fence that separates it from the cottage house. The cottage house is rented separately and may be occupied by another group during your stay. This home is not ADA accessible.
FEATURES
♨️ Hot Tub: Private outdoor hot tub. Please note the hot tub is not available between first frost and spring, approximately November through April depending on weather conditions
🌿 Backyard: Private outdoor seating and dining area
🚿 Outdoor Shower
🚗 Parking: 1 designated off-street spot. This is your only parking option, street parking is not available. Please use your assigned spot only.
🍳 Kitchen: Fully stocked with essential cookware
🛏️ Bedding: Memory foam mattresses and quality linens
📶 High-Speed WiFi
🧴 Toiletries: High-end essentials
🛏️ Bedroom And 🛁 Bathrooms Layout
First Floor:
🛏️ Bedroom 1: 1 Queen bed
🛏️ Bedroom 2: 1 Queen bed
🛁 Bathroom 1: Full Hallway Bathroom (Serves Bedrooms 1 and 2), shower stall
🛋️ Living Room
🍽️ Dining Room
🍳 Kitchen
Second Floor:
Please note the Second Floor is accessed via approximately 10 steep and narrow steps with a nautical rope handrail and motion lighting, consistent with the home's historic character.
🛏️ Bedroom 3: 1 Queen bed (ensuite full bathroom)
🛏️ Bedroom 4: 2 Single beds
🛏️ Bedroom 5: 2 Single beds
🛏️ Bedroom 6: 1 Single bed
🛁 Bathroom 2: Ensuite full bathroom to Bedroom 3
🛁 Bathroom 3: Full Hallway Bathroom (Serves Bedrooms 4, 5 and 6)
OUTDOOR SPACE
♨️ Hot Tub: Private, seasonal availability approximately April through November
🌿 Backyard: Private seating and dining area
🚿 Outdoor Shower
ACCESSIBILITY
Stairs: Few steps from street level to front door. Approximately 10 steep and narrow steps to Second Floor with nautical rope handrail and motion lighting
Floors: 2
Elevator: No
Step-free entry: No
Note: This home is not ADA accessible. The historic structure features uneven and sloped floors, narrow staircases, and no grab rails in all bathrooms.
Host Information:
Stay Heirloom professionally manages a collection of handcrafted homes designed to bring your group together. Our spaces are more than just a place to stay. They are a source of lasting memories. If you love this listing, but you are looking for something you don’t see here, please inquire!
Guest Access:
Please note that the main house is one of two rental structures located on the property. Each structure is private with a dedicated outdoor space enclosed by a fence. The cottage house is rented separately from the main house and may or may not be occupied by another group during your stay.
Unfortunately this home is not ADA accessible.
The Neighborhood:
Our home is located just a brisk walk from downtown Nantucket; great restaurants and shops are just a few steps away! The shoreline is close by, with the popular Jetties Beach just a 10 minute bike ride through town. Our home’s location is perfect for those looking to get the best of both worlds; the hustle and bustle of the community center and the reprieve of an island getaway.
Beaver is located in the Historic District Near downtown, the home is about 2500-3000 steps to downtown
Getting Around:
Want to explore? We’ve got you covered. Downtown Nantucket is a brisk walk away, but if you’re looking to adventure to other parts of the island, there are several different transportation options near us. There are two bike rentals within a 15 minute walk from our home; Young’s Bicycle Shop and Sandy Pedals Bikes. But, if cycling isn’t your speed, Affordable Rentals is also a 15 minute walk away in Downtown. Just remember to bike safely and wear a helmet!
Other Things to Note:
*IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS*
-We have a minimum age requirement for booking this rental. Reservation holder must be 21 years or older.
-We request that guests complete a guest verification process and sign an additional agreement prior to receiving any check-in information.
-We require that guests provide a valid credit card and piece of ID for identification purposes only.
-We do not accept peer-to-peer payment systems or any prepaid debit cards as methods of payment.
-Pets are not allowed at this property.
-Mailing packages to the premises is not permitted.
-We use Arlo/Hikvision and Noise Aware in our homes. Arlo/Hikvision is a video recording system that has been installed at the front/back doors of the home’s EXTERIOR ONLY, for your safety. NoiseAware is a decibel monitoring system that we use to keep in accordance with local noise regulations.
Permit Number: 021390
Interaction with Guests:
You will have complete privacy here. Should the rare maintenance issue occur, our ground team is available to assist. Check in is keyless; no need to worry about lost keys!
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
• Reservation holder must be over 21 years of age
• No smoking
• No pets
• No parties or events
Pets
No pets 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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number C0334551970
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps to the airport?
This vacation home is 2.5 mi (6-min drive) away from the Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Francis Street Beach and 1 mi (3-min drive) from Children's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Historic Nantucket Home | Hot Tub & Downtown Steps to downtown Nantucket?
This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Nantucket.
Downtown Historic Home | Hot Tub Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We didn't receive any information about check-in until I emailed the owner the day before arrival. And then when we did arrive on island, we received an email that the handyman was still their replacing an appliance. The floors were dirty. My father in-law wears white socks in the house, and they were black on the bottom within the first 10 minutes of arrival. The owner sent an email about being quiet and getting out of the hot tub by 9pm because the neighbors complained. However, no one even went in the hot tub. The large towel rack in the upstairs master bath had been ripped off the wall. The toilet paper holder in the master bath had one side broken off and the roller was missing. The owner sent us an email asking us to wash towel, which is fine and we normally do. However, according to the installer who arrived just as we were leaving the premise and informed us the following: The clothes dryer apparently caught fire on the Friday before we arrived on Sunday, and the fire dept unplugged both the clothes washer and dryer for safety, thus we had no laundry facilities during our stay.
Jason B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Nancy
Oct 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication