Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket
About this cottage rental
Located in Nantucket, this charming cottage for $525 per night is a great choice for your next break. Enjoy a privet surround and the garden's southerly orientation define the outdoor living space, offering warm sunshine. Enjoy mornings on the slate terrace, take time out for sunbathing or an afternoon of reading.Evenings offer stargazers a clarity unique to Nantucket. Birds abound. The first floor plan is open, the furnishings and art collection selected by and for cognoscenti, and the kitchen designed by a serious cook. When day is done, there's a cozy, tucked away, sky lighted, first floor bedroom & adjacent bath offering privacy to a second couple. The second floor master bedroom suite includes a side room with day bed, foyer, and bath. Certain seasons birds stage themselves for breakfast amid the canopy of branches to the west. The side room also enjoys a westerly view. Just steps away form the historic 'Three Bricks' on magnificent, elm shaded, upper Main Street; private Howard Court is a short, five minute walk to Town center. Designed for a totally self-indulgent summer idyll, the property is perfectly located, allowing occupants and their guests plenty of flexibility for both at-home or walking distance activities, without the need for a car; though the property does provide off-street parking for one vehicle. Nantucket, 'one of the most perfectly preserved examples of 19th century architecture in America.' and the once Whaling Capitol of the World pairs its unique history with pristine beaches, fishing & sailing, miles of bicycle & nature trails, absolutely world class restaurants, galleries and distinctive shopping. It's no wonder so many people return year after year.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Nantucket, MA
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(61 Reviews)
5.0
We loved our week at 8 Howard Court! Perfectly located on the edge of town. Easy walk into town, private yard, beautiful garden and an adorable cozy cottage, couldn’t ask for more! We look forward to our next visit!
5.0
Enjoyed the cottage and Nantucket!
5.0
This property is absolutely charming! The yard is a beautiful verdant garden complete with baby bunnies. The cottage is beautiful to look at and is very comfortable. All amenities are in there. Excellent location to center of town-about a 7 minute walk to where everything is happening. Parking for one car.
5.0
We enjoyed everything about this Nantucket gem-- the quiet location accessible to downtown, the tucked-away garden and dining outside, and the attention to detail evident throughout the house. A wonderful place to get away!
5.0
Great hosts, beautiful property and space- photos don’t do it justice. 2 full BR + a separate twin. Excellent kitchen, yard, 5 min walk to Main Street.
Owners responded within minutes for any needs- was in town for wine fest, did not disappoint.
5.0
We had such a great time here! First of all, Porter was very responsive the entire time we were there. It is walking distance from town but also very quiet. The place is small and quaint but felt large enough for 5 people to have plenty of room. My step daughters thought it was the cutest house they had ever seen and we were all talking about when we could possibly go back again.
5.0
Very cozy. Great location. We’d stay here again. Lovely and comfy accommodations.
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The cottage is well appointed with comfortable furnishings, beautiful art, antiques and decor. This quaint house is surrounded by other pretty houses on a quiet street with gardens and hedged-in privacy. The caretaker of this house was attentive and easily reachable for anything we needed. Our end of summer stay was very memorable!
5.0
Retaining its historical character but lovingly updated for the present and thoughtfully outfitted for all your needs. the cottage is like a step back in time. It's tucked away just a short walk from Main St., with a private garden which is absolutely stunning. Our host Porter was equally amazing and replied to questions within minutes.
5.0
We had a wonderful three night stay at Porter’s absolutely lovely spot! The house is located at the dead end of Howard Court and provides tons of coziness, charm, and privacy, with beautiful gardens to greet you upon your arrival. Fabulous Matouk towels made us feel very pampered, and we all had great sleeps in the very comfy beds. Our 17-year-old daughter loved the coziness of the smaller upstairs bedroom, and our other teenage daughter said that her upstairs room was so welcoming and comfortable. If you like antique homes that are meticulously kept and beautifully appointed, don’t miss out on this house! Also, the walk to town could not be any easier!
5.0
We loved everything about this house. It was the cleanest and nicest house we’ve ever rented on Nantucket. Perfect location, beautiful garden and yard, and extremely charming house. We will definitely be back.
5.0
June 2022
We loved everything about this house. It was the cleanest and nicest house we’ve ever rented on Nantucket. Perfect location, beautiful garden and yard, and extremely charming house. We will definitely be back.
5.0
Fabulous, serene town house
We had a wonderful three night stay at Porter’s absolutely lovely spot! The house is located at the dead end of Howard Court and provides tons of coziness, charm, and privacy, with beautiful gardens to greet you upon your arrival. Fabulous Matouk towels made us feel very pampered, and we all had great sleeps in the very comfy beds. Our 17-year-old daughter loved the coziness of the smaller upstairs bedroom, and our other teenage daughter said that her upstairs room was so welcoming and comfortable. If you like antique homes that are meticulously kept and beautifully appointed, don’t miss out on this house! Also, the walk to town could not be any easier!
5.0
Yet close to town- had all the amenities- great stay.
5.0
Quaint tucked away peace
Yet close to town- had all the amenities- great stay.
5.0
We had the most lovely stay here! It’s right in downtown but still felt like we were in a green garden oasis. Porter was a total pleasure to work with too!
5.0
The nicest stay!
We had the most lovely stay here! It’s right in downtown but still felt like we were in a green garden oasis. Porter was a total pleasure to work with too!
5.0
This was a great stay for our family of three. Plenty of room and great location.
5.0
Nantucket Memorial weekend
This was a great stay for our family of three. Plenty of room and great location.
5.0
Wonderful cottage, fine amenities, lots of character.
Beautiful outdoor space.
Close to downtown, yet far enough away to provide quiet space.
Great communication with owners.
5.0
Peaceful Escape
Wonderful cottage, fine amenities, lots of character.
Beautiful outdoor space.
Close to downtown, yet far enough away to provide quiet space.
Great communication with owners.
5.0
Best Stay with VRBO Ever!
We have rented quite a bit around the world with VRBO and this has been our best experience. The home is lovely – quintessential Nantucket. Absolutely spotless and well appointed. Fantastic location to town. Truly a hidden gem! And the owners could not be more accommodating! Great communication too. I would give it 10 stars if I could!
5.0
Perfect In town stay!
If there were 10 stars, I would give them. This is such a gem of a property and the owners couldn't be more graceful and accommodating. We were there with one other couple and it was perfect. You can walk into town and to great restaurants, and we rented electric bikes (we're a little old") and tripped around the whole island. But this property is so special, God willing we will be back. Thank you!!!
5.0
We had a lovely weekend at the cottage. Grounds were beautiful. Our 4&6 year olds loved playing in the garden. House had everything we needed. Great proximity to walk down to all the restaurants & to/from boat. Would stay again.
5.0
Lovely weekend with our family
We had a lovely weekend at the cottage. Grounds were beautiful. Our 4&6 year olds loved playing in the garden. House had everything we needed. Great proximity to walk down to all the restaurants & to/from boat. Would stay again.
5.0
I have been renting on Nantucket for 25 years and this is as good as it gets at this price point. The home is meticulously maintained, thoughtfully appointed, and extremely fresh and clean. Even though it’s an antique, it lives like a newer house (open floor plan, lots of light, high end appliances, Matouk bedding and towels, central A/C). The location can’t be beat...right in town but hidden away on a quiet, private road.
5.0
Idyllic in-town cottage!
I have been renting on Nantucket for 25 years and this is as good as it gets at this price point. The home is meticulously maintained, thoughtfully appointed, and extremely fresh and clean. Even though it’s an antique, it lives like a newer house (open floor plan, lots of light, high end appliances, Matouk bedding and towels, central A/C). The location can’t be beat...right in town but hidden away on a quiet, private road.
5.0
Despite being located right near town, the house and garden were a quiet sanctuary. Plenty of towels, comfortable beds and a beautifully stocked kitchen made this home perfect for working, enjoying the beach, and walking into town. Fit our party of 4 perfectly!
5.0
As a lifetime summer Nantucketer, I can’t say enough about the home at 8 Howard Street. From the art collection to the copper pots, everything at this home is of the highest standard and they have created an authentic Nantucket experience. We hosted a small gathering in the garden to commentate my mother’s passing, and the setting on the lawn was perfect. We will definitely be back to this gem!
5.0
Island sanctuary!
Despite being located right near town, the house and garden were a quiet sanctuary. Plenty of towels, comfortable beds and a beautifully stocked kitchen made this home perfect for working, enjoying the beach, and walking into town. Fit our party of 4 perfectly!
5.0
Majestic Hedged in Cottage in Town
As a lifetime summer Nantucketer, I can’t say enough about the home at 8 Howard Street. From the art collection to the copper pots, everything at this home is of the highest standard and they have created an authentic Nantucket experience. We hosted a small gathering in the garden to commentate my mother’s passing, and the setting on the lawn was perfect. We will definitely be back to this gem!
5.0
Beautiful garden, lovely cottage in a quiet, hidden neighborhood .
Hosts were easy to contact and very helpful.
Loved it.
5.0
Secret Garden!
This cottage was an amazing oasis hidden away but very walkable to town. The gardens are beautiful. It was well appointed and very clean. The beds were comfortable with nice linens. One thing to note, in the kitchen there is a refrigerator with a small freezer in the bottom. The other 2 drawers are refrigerators too. There are 2 freezer drawers in the shed if needed. Porter was very responsive and a great host!
5.0
Main street intersection
Wonderful lodging
Very good location
Attentive property mgr
Lovely manicured garden
Will rent again
5.0
Location was perfect; close to town with easy walk. The cottage is quintessential Nantucket.
Beautiful garden, lovely cottage in a quiet, hidden neighborhood .
Hosts were easy to contact and very helpful.
Loved it.
5.0
We loved this house, and as we frequently stay at vrbo homes when we travel we believe this house is among the best in its' price range here in Nantucket. This house is so well kept by the property managers it is impressive. Everything was perfect upon our arrival. Charm oozes from this property, and it feels fairly private at the end of Howard Court. The decoration and furnishings were clearly well thought out, and not over the top or dated as you can find in many houses on the Island. The yard is small, but beautiful with excellent landscaping. Main street probably 30 seconds away by foot, and the walk down to town is quick. Don't miss this house!
5.0
Extremely Charming house in a Great Location, 5min from town by foot.
We loved this house, and as we frequently stay at vrbo homes when we travel we believe this house is among the best in its' price range here in Nantucket. This house is so well kept by the property managers it is impressive. Everything was perfect upon our arrival. Charm oozes from this property, and it feels fairly private at the end of Howard Court. The decoration and furnishings were clearly well thought out, and not over the top or dated as you can find in many houses on the Island. The yard is small, but beautiful with excellent landscaping. Main street probably 30 seconds away by foot, and the walk down to town is quick. Don't miss this house!
5.0
Two weeks of Nantucket heaven , in spite of some necessary COVID-related restrictions on the island . The cottage could not have been more perfect , and any questions were immediately resolved by the owner, Porter .
5.0
Delightful
Two weeks of Nantucket heaven , in spite of some necessary COVID-related restrictions on the island . The cottage could not have been more perfect , and any questions were immediately resolved by the owner, Porter .
5.0
Secret Garden
We had a great experience staying in this house. It is a charming place to be - gardens are lovely and the interior is extremely well-appointed. We appreciated the comfy beds, thick towels and a true cook's kitchen! The location is perfect, with an easy walk or bike to town, but completely private off a small dirt road. The owners were responsive and helpful, and obviously take great care to make sure their house feels like home to their guests.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Nantucket?
The average price for a rental in Nantucket is $1,032 per night. This rental is $507 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Historic 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of old town Nantucket ?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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