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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20557.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Siasconet Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Surfside Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 20!

We specialize in family vacation rentals and residential stays of 7 nights or more. We have many wonderful families who have come to Whales Watch for 1 to 4 weeks for decades for their annual Nantucket family vacation. We hope you choose to become part of the Whales Watch Family!

Many consider Whales Watch to have the best ocean views on Nantucket.

Since June 2022, we do not allow weddings or events. Whales Watch resides in a quiet residential neighborhood (please see below for details).*

Please message for pictures of new large heated swimming pool (20 feet by 40 feet) and three hot tubs! There are four fire pits & four outdoor showers as well. Brand new teak pool furniture with navy cushions on the pool deck.

This listing is for Whales Watch I::
Whales Watch I -- 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms; sleeps 20
Whales Watch II -- 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms; sleeps 12
Whales Watch III -- 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms; sleeps 10.
All 3 houses are available to rent separately or together!

VIP RETURN GUESTS -- receive preferred rates and off-season VIP specials. Whales Watch is beautiful year round!

I am the owner of all three houses. They were built in the 1980s and I purchased them in 2016. I've since done some serious renovations and upgrades to all of them that I'm sure you will enjoy. New floors, bedding, linens, furniture, state-of-the-art appliances, etc. I can send updated photos and videos upon request.

I will be your direct contact for booking -- then once booked, I will connect you with my Caretaker, who can arrange groceries, bicycle rentals, reservations etc.! We will ensure you have a fantastic experience!

*Unfortunately, due to some wedding and event planners holding excessively loud unauthorized events at Whales Watch -- in June 2022, I agreed to a zoning change (deed restriction) for Whales Watch. Weddings and events are now 100% prohibited. We focus solely on residential family vacations. I want to make sure Whales Watch is preserved as a quiet relaxing oasis for my family and your family to vacation for many decades to come!

Property manager

Michael Reed

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Must be pre-approved by owner
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
No aggressive breeds. Please message details. Thx
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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
Note from host: Must be pre-approved by owner
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0154781970

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nantucket

Located in Tom Nevers, a neighbourhood in Nantucket, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum and Nantucket Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Vestal St Observatory and Loines Observatory. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Siasconet Beach - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Sankaty Head Golf Club - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Surfside Beach - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Jetties Beach - 16 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yummy - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cru - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Slip 14 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪45 Surfside Bakery and Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Straight Wharf Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 20! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 20! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 20!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 20!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 20! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tom Nevers holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Tom Nevers Beach, Siasconset Golf Course and Sesachacha Heathlands Wildlife Sanctuary. Siasconet Beach and Low Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brad G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
We had four generations staying at Whale Watch 3. The location and views are amazing. Easy access to the beach was great. Communication with property management staff was prompt and they answered any questions we had. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!
Whales Watch is incredible. The property, the view, the pool, the hot tub, the amenities overall were awesome and top notch. We were here as a 15 person family group and Whales Watch 1 accommodated everyone very comfortably. The ocean views from the porch, lawn, hot tub and fire pit were beautiful. Michael was the most accommodating host I’ve encountered on our VRBO stays, even offering to accommodate us when we almost got stuck an extra night when weather forced some ferries to cancel. He couldn’t have been more gracious. The next time we come back to Nantucket we will definitely try and stay here again - we have become spoiled and can’t imagine a better home:)
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August 2019
Folks … this is hands down the best view on the island ! No comparison !! It is a dream. Ok … the kitchen equipment is a bit of a mish mash and the appliances are not all super luxury but that does not matter at all !! If you walk up those stairs of the upside down house in Whalewatch I and you see the ocean terrace it will blow you away ! The most beautiful location for a property on Nantucket I have ever seen. It is magnificent !! Thank you Michael, we hope to come back next year !
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax & Recharge at Whales Watch
We have been coming to Nantucket for 12 years, 7 of which are at this property - this is our favorite spot on the island! This location is perfectly secluded from the hustle of the crowds, but only a 10 min drive to town for dinner out. The views of the ocean are some of the best on the island. The new property owner has made a lot of updates to the house every offseason with new windows, doors, bedding, and mattresses plus some really well-done painting, couches, lighting and decor. The house is spacious with plenty of room for large families and their guests. There are three full bathrooms on the first floor and 4th full bathroom on the second floor which has been completely updated. There is also an outdoor shower which is a great way to rinse off post-beach. All bedrooms are on the first floor but are spaced out such that no one is on top of one another. The property manager is extremely responsive and friendly, making sure everything needed is in place. The hot tub, added in 2018, is a nice retreat post-beach to unwind. We enjoy breakfasts on the deck, lazy days at the beach or biking on the trails, and grilling in the evening as the sunsets, watching from the deck. Everywhere you look in this house, there are views of the ocean or Tom Nevers Pond. At night, the stars are incredible! We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

George G.

Just right for our needs.
For 13 people, ages 9-79, 7 adults 6 youth, this was really as good as we could have asked for. Well located for us. The house was equipped with all the necessary amenities, everything worked well, the place was quite clean, lawn well cared for, etc. The owner was quite considerate and answered our questions if possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Michael Reed

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I'm a Charleston SC-based real estate professional who has been going to Nantucket for over 30 years. I spend many months a year at Whales Watch -- so I'm truly sharing my home with you. It's a special place. I searched for decades to find a special Nantucket property of my own, and I purchased Whales Watch in 2016.

Why they chose this property

Whales Watch Estate has the BEST views I have seen on Nantucket. The property is elevated and right along the water, so not only do you get unobstructed views for miles along the coastline, but you can also see for miles out into the ocean. And with Tom Nevers pond on the other side, there is basically a water view out of every window.

Most mornings you can see seals along the coast or up on the beach, and on rare occasion you can see whales out in the ocean (hence the name). The land is also teeming with wildlife - especially bunnies and deer - as Tom Nevers is tucked away from the busier areas of the island.

The best part of Whales Watch in my opinion is that half of the acreage is a private beach. So between the large lawn and acres of beach/dunes...there is lots of room for guest to spread out and relax.

What makes this property unique

Direct access to owner whose family has been connected to Nantucket over 100 years. The street name was recently changed to "Reeds Way" to honor the Reed family's charitable work on Nantucket. Michael Reed will assist with any special requests during your stay!

Languages:

English