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Perfect Family Retreat in the Center of Town

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Exterior
Library - 1st Floor
Living room
Family Room
Upstairs landing

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
15 Quince St, Nantucket, MA, 02554
  • Whaling Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Jetties Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Outdoor shower

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

Perfect Family Retreat in the Center of Town

*** Now booking for summer 2025! Book before January 16th and we can help you book Advance car ferry reservation! *** Incredible in-town home makes for the perfect family summer vacation in Nantucket. This thoughtfully restored historic home is a 5 minute walk from Children's Beach, the ferries, Nantucket Yacht Club, Stop and Shop, and a block away from all the best restaurants and shopping Nantucket has to offer. There is 1 parking spot in our off-street parking space, but you won't even need a car to make the most of your time on Nantucket at 15 Quince. This family home is ideal for a large extended family, a couple of families to share, or a group of wedding guests.

It was recently purchased and renovated to create bright and inspiring living and play spaces - there are more social rooms than bedrooms, including a built in library with floor to ceiling books, an enclosed sun room /movie room, an airy 'champagne room' for hosting cocktails or garden party lunches, a cozy den / movie room, a dining room for 10, and an open chef's kitchen. 15 Quince has also been outfitted with fast wi-fi and work-spaces to suit those who want to work remotely and extend their summer on the beach.
Located on one of the best streets in Town, with amazing neighbors and incredible convenience, 15 Quince will be your Island home away from home.

1st Floor: Walk up the friendship staircase on Quince Street past the climbing roses and enter a bright summer retreat. There is an enclosed sun-room with large L-shaped leather sofa and a 65” TV to host summer movies nights. The sun-room has a half bath, big play space, and french doors that open onto the patio and BBQ area. Across the foyer is the champagne room, an airy living room with big windows, a working fireplace, and built in bookshelves stocked with Nantucket history, puzzles and games. The gem of the house is the library, nestled in the center of the 1st floor, with floor to ceiling books, a working fireplace, and cozy leather club chairs. On either side of the library is an elegant seaside-blue dining room, and a chef's kitchen that has been recently remodeled with new appliances. Off of the kitchen is a bedroom with a double bed and a full bathroom with tub - perfect for anyone who requires a more accessible (no stairs) living space. Behind the kitchen is a mudroom for storing your wet swimsuits and beach towels, and a back door and walkway that leads to street parking on Westminster St.

2nd Floor: Walk up one of the 3 staircases to the 2nd floor (try to find the secret staircase!) where you'll find a small office space in the foyer, and a deep ocean blue living room with big screen TV. There are 3 bedrooms - a spacious queen bedroom in the front room, with a desk, and surrounded by windows, a bright middle room with 2 twin beds, and a primary queen bedroom with ensuite bathroom with a brand new walk in shower. There is a full bath with steam shower in the hallway shared between the other 2 bedrooms.

3rd Floor: Up the curved staircase you'll find the bright spacious attic with views looking across town. Half of the attic is the fifth and final bedroom, with 2 twin beds and a half bath. The other half of the attic is your home office - with a desk and bookshelf - or the ultimate kids playroom - with shelves full of games, books, and legos.
In the basement there is a brand new Samsung washer & dryer, and beach chairs and toys, and accessible baby furniture.

Outside: There is an offstreet parking spot, and overnight street parking. The fenced-in back patio is private and has a gas BBQ grill, table, chairs and umbrella for summer dinners outside under the climbing hydrangeas. There is an outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach and outdoor storage for recycling and garbage with weekly collection

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Most pets ok - but Please check with us!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Widow’s walk not accessible

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number C0347321970

About the area

Nantucket

Located in Nantucket, this holiday home is in the city centre. Quaker Meeting House and Fire Hose Cart House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantucket Ferry Terminal and Cisco Brewers. Travelling with kids? Consider Vestal St Observatory and Loines Observatory. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Whaling Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Children's Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Brant Point Light - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Jetties Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Stubbys - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Island Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Juice Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rose & Crown - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Back Yard BBQ - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Family Retreat in the Center of Town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Perfect Family Retreat in the Center of Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Family Retreat in the Center of Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Family Retreat in the Center of Town located?

Located in the centre of Nantucket, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of First Congregational Church, Lily Pond Park and Theatre Workshop of Nantucket. Fire Hose Cart House and White Heron Theatre are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

beth h.

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

Incredible Location

Had the best stay here! The house is beautiful and spacious. The location is perfect. And the property managers are very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katlyn G.

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

Wonderful historic house

This house has wonderful charm of a unique historic house in Nantucket. It's location was perfect for walking around town (and right down the block from born & bread!) The library and entertaining spaces were wonderful and the house has everything you could need. The host was incredibly helpful and responsive throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

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

Stunning property run by an amazing couple

Kate & Nathaniel could not have been more hospitable to our group allowing for flexible check out and in, clear instructions and just overall made planning so easily. They have beautifully restored this house with all the features and charm of the original to be seen in every room and it’s the perfect location to explore the town from with it walking distance to everything. Truly is a home away from home and couldn’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

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

Lovely home, Incredible Location

We had such a wonderful experience-and this started well before our trip with the hosts assisting with specifics to help facilitate travel with small children! The house is spacious with a well stocked kitchen, and multiple rooms to unwind with family (or solo-the library is a treasure). There were many options for sleeping configurations, minimizing sleep disruptions after busy busy days! The kids (5 and under) loved the outdoor shower, and in general the available amenities for small children were so helpful to keeping them comfortable and entertained! There were also many options for desks/work spaces and high speed internet, helpful on a longer trip. The location is magic. It’s right in town, and also a hop, skip and jump to Lily Pond park when you want a change of pace. We enjoyed the ease of running out for a coffee, pastry, quick Whale Museum outing, beach walk, or shopping. The hosts, Nate and Kate, are so thoughtful, kind and accessible. Months before the trip they anticipated needs of our family, and during our stay they were responsive and helpful, with lots of personal recommendations for things to do and eat!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Your host

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A family of multi-generational Nantucketers who have made this their home away from home.

Why they chose this property

Location and history make this home incredibly special. Built in 1812 at the top of town, accessible to everything that Nantucket has to offer.