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The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Nantucket

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Place, First Congregational Church
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Quaker Meeting House
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantucket Atheneum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nantucket

Seaside stay .A stay at this Nantucket Town vacation home places you steps from First Congregational Church and within a 5-minute walk of Quaker Meeting House. White Heron Theatre and Peter Foulger Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • First Congregational Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Quaker Meeting House - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Whaling Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Children's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cru - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Brotherhood of Thieves - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gazebo - ‬8 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.

The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket

Located in-town between the Jared Coffin House and the First Congregational Church on historic Academy Lane, this wonderful home in Nantucket's historic downtown district is now for rent.

The land was originally purchased by the Folger Family in 1799 when the original house was built. The current house includes a beautifully landscaped yard, off-street parking for one car, six bedrooms with three full baths and two half baths.

First Floor: Classic center hall colonial home. Living room, large dining room, kitchen, laundry. Bedroom with two twin beds with a full private bath with a classic clawfoot bathtub/shower. Second full bathroom with a shower. Kitchen and dining room opens to the back porch and yard.

Second Floor: First Master bedroom suite with a king bed and attached half bath, Second Master bedroom with a king bed, bedroom with two twin beds, a bedroom with a single bed. Full hall bathroom with shower/tub. The bathtub is a classic clawfoot tub.

Third Floor: Large open room with one king bed and one single bed and a half bath.

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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
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking in house. Smoking allowed in back yard

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Would consider non-sheding dog breeds.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: This a great house for kids.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Must talk to owner for approval of larger events

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in house. Smoking allowed in back yard

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Must talk to owner for approval of larger events
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. Note from host: Must talk to owner for approval of larger events For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0042391970

Property is also known as

Folger House Historic Academy Hill Nantucket
Folger House Historic Academy Hill
Folger Historic Academy Hill Nantucket
Folger Historic Academy Hill
The Folger House on Historic Academy Hill, Nantucket Nantucket

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket to the airport?

This vacation home is 3.3 mi (7-min drive) away from the Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Children's Beach and 13-minute walk from Francis Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket to downtown Nantucket?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Nantucket.

The Folger House on historic Academy Hill, Nantucket Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and perfect for what we needed as a larger group!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t beat the location. The house was plenty big for 5 adults and 2 teenagers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was in perfect location, comfortable, roomy, and wonderful for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charming, comfortable, & conveniently located.

Clean home, comfortable beds & the perfect location. We hope to visit again someday.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the house is so comfortable, and owners so helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family spot

Took the family to Nantucket for summer vacation. Great location with easy access to town. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week of greatness

Great location. Very spacious for a large group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot

Location! Location! Location! Great spot, great location and great host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a charming house in a wonderful location. We were seven adults and five young children, and were able both to gather and be apart comfortably.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Staying in this historic house in the historic district of Nantucket was just what we wanted. It was in walking distance to almost everything we wanted to see. We had no need for a car because there are taxis and large vans to take us the few places that were not in walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Location is superb. The home has all the charms and challenges that go along with older homes. The owners were easy to communicate with and we had no issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful vacation

Very quaint house. Excellent location. We are allowed a late checkout time. It was a hug favor since we have young children and elderly. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Wonderful

This house is magical. We had such a lovely stay at this historic property for a girls’ weekend on Nantucket. The location in town with close proximity to the beach and ferry is so convenient. Can’t wait to come bACK!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely vacation on the island

This is a wonderful home for an active family. We could walk to boat trips, a grocery store, and museums, bike, drive, or take the bus to several beaches, and come home to eat around the big table. This is highly recommended for folks who enjoy the historical ambiance of the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best location!

We couldn’t have asked for a better located house for our MDW trip to Nantucket. Very walkable to central locations and it was so spacious with enough sleeping space and bathrooms for all of us. Communication was great and there wasn’t a single hitch all weekend. We already can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything is wonderful

The owners are awesome and helpful, the house is old-school Nantucket; cool, interesting, not gutted and made boring.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great location, helpful host

The house is beautiful because it hasn't been gutted and turned into a modern mess: it's an old Nantucket house with tons of charm. The owner was really helpful and so was his caretaker. The cleaning woman was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Location and Property!

Our group had an incredible time during our stay. The hosts were very informative and the check in/check out process was seamless. The house is in a perfect location close to town, but very quiet as well. The set up of the house worked great with many different bedrooms and bathrooms split up across the group. Thanks again to Michael and Harry - we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

50th Birthday Celebration

A group of friends came to celebrate for a long weekend. The location could not have been better; close enough to walk to town, but tucked away enough to be peaceful. Harry was flexible with check-in/out and very responsive with any questions or needs. The garden/backyard was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girl's weekend

Everything was fantastic. You can't beat the location of the property! Only thing could be improved is the third floor bed sits on wood slats and is really uncomfortable. Thank you for letting us rent your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay!

Great location, so close to town- we loved that. The house had more beds than we could use, which was great too. Many options for us all! Cute backyard, perfect for bringing that morning cup of coffee out to relax with the beautiful landscaping and sweet bunnies. The paper towels and toilet paper the host provided was only enough to get us through a couple of days so I would consider bringing some with you! Overall great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay. Love it. Unbeatable location & fabulous gardnen!

Loved our stay. The owner is very timely and attentive to our inquiries and questions. We are very happy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for a large family, amazing location

Great house for a large family, amazing location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous find

Amazing location and such a cute Nantucket house. Thank you for everything!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Party like it’s 1799!

This house is perfectly rustic, in a quiet spot just a block or two from the heart of town. Kitchen has been updated but mostly everything else is old and quaint, as it should be. Only one of the main bedrooms is “en suite” with an attached bath but the rooms are spacious and the beds are comfortable. It’s all we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

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