10/10 Excellent
Danielle S.
11 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing short of spectacular
Danielle S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Entire home
LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool! 3 hot tubs. Sleeps 42.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
16 bedrooms11 bathroomsSleeps 421161.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Nantucket, MA
- Siasconet Beach10 min drive
- Nantucket Ferry Terminal14 min drive
- Surfside Beach15 min drive
- Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)10 min drive
Rooms & beds
16 bedrooms (sleeps 42)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds
Bedroom 7
1 King Bed
Bedroom 8
1 King Bed
Bedroom 9
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 10
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 11
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 12
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 13
2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 14
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 15
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 16
1 King Bed
11 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Bathroom 6
Bathroom 7
Bathroom 8
Bathroom 9
Bathroom 10
Bathroom 11
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool! 3 hot tubs. Sleeps 42.
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 all three houses on the estate:
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!
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 all three houses on the estate:
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
Events
No events allowed
Must be pre-approved by owner
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
No aggressive breeds. Please message details thx!
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 activities can be experienced at Nantucket Golf Club and Siasconset Golf Course. Vestal St Observatory and Loines Observatory are also worth visiting.
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 - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
- Surfside Beach - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
- Jetties Beach - 16 min drive - 12.8 km
Getting around
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
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Michael Reed
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.
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
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