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Bright South of Town Surf Shack Cottage-Gym Access
Classic Nantucket meets modern surf luxury. Behind cedar shingles and hydrangeas lies a designer retreat with Restoration Hardware decor, Casper beds, and Dan Lemaitre art. Bordering conservation land for wildlife viewing and privacy, yet <1 mile to Town. Complimentary EZIA Athletic Club gym access included! Message me for car ferry assistance by 1/18. Note: Professional staff reside in a separate basement unit to ensure a pristine stay. Quiet enjoyment is a priority; no parties or events.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews
Charming 3BR Nantucket Cottage by Town/Beach
Elegant, charming rose-covered cottage on Nantucket. Three BR, 2-1/2 bath + outdoor shower, sleeps 6 (w/one fold-out bed). Walkable to town and beach. Open floor plan, eat-in kitchen. Beautiful English gardens. “Pebble Cottage” is practically across the street from Something Natural, a wonderful deli/bakery. In the summer, there is a shuttle bus to town and beach that stops right outside on Cliff Road. Parking space available. Pebble Cottage is the smaller of the 2 houses on the property.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews
Cuddle In Cottage near Surfside Beach
This charming Nantucket chic decorated cottage is your ideal vacation spot. Perfect for 2 and a max of 4 people. The cottage is less than a mile from Surfside Beach, voted the islands favorite, and across the street from a bike path offering biking to the beach or town a safe and easy option. The cottage boasts privacy with fully stocked kitchen, in and out door shower, radiant heat, AC unit in the bedroom, 2 flat screen TV's, top drawer linens, towels, beach chairs and an out door grill.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews
Apres Sea
Beautifully renovated 2-bed, 2-bath cottage, blends modern comfort with Nantucket charm. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, it features an open-concept living area, high-end kitchen, and tasteful finishes. The spacious primary suite includes a private bath as does the second bedroom. Enjoy a private screened-in porch for outdoor dining, walk to Surfside Beach and enjoy easy access to town and mid-island amenities via the “Wave”, the islands free shuttle service. A perfect island getaway!
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews
Cisco Surf Shack
This recently renovated guest cottage is a cozy place to pause between your days on the beach. The house has fresh, laid-back interiors with all the modern amenities you would want for living by the water. The private and sunny back yard is complete with hammocks and a chiminea and is perfect for relaxing. A fabulous home right on the bike path close to Cisco beach (3/4 mile) , Bartlett Farm (1 mile) , Cisco Brewery(3/4 mile) , Miacomet Golf ( 2 miles) , and only 2.5 miles to town!
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews
“Somer Sweet” is Moments Away to the Beach!
So close to the beach! 2nd floor apt with private entrance decorated with vacation in mind offering an open living, dining and kitchenette area with cathedral ceilings. Beautiful bedroom with a queen bed, bureau and closet. A hall bathroom with a new tiled shower and vanity with marble top. In the hallway is a laundry area with full size washer/dryer. 2nd floor private entrance is located over our two bay garage which is attached to our home. Super location just .2m to beach road!
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews
Spouter Cottage
A unique upside down two bedroom cottage with a deck and a view of the Harbor. A curated space with antique beams, handcrafted doors, flooring and cabinetry, antiques and fine art. It all lends a vintage feel to an up to date with all the amenities home. There is a private small side yard and garden with outdoor grill and seating. This is not a party house, it’s a sensitive house, I live right on the property, adjacent to the cottage, you have full privacy but no shenanigans.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
Brand New modern 2 bedroom 2nd floor apartment
Brand new 2nd floor modern and upscale apartment 2 bedrooms with queen beds plus an extra floor,mattress if required for kids etc. 1 big bath with double sinks plus a big shower with seat, 2 rain shower heads plus a handheld - big enough for the whole family-:) Big open modern living room/kitchen with cathedral ceilings and gas fireplace to keep you nice and cozy for those colder nights. 65 inch 4K tv with 5.1 surround in case you feel like relaxing at home
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
Home in Nantucket
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located Nantucket gem. Walk from the ferry with your belongings and then walk to town for ice cream and dinner. Or walk 100 yards down the road to Francis St beach! This recently renovated four bedroom, two and one half bath home features a new kitchen, large marble baths, gas fireplace, air-conditioning, porch, outdoor shower, large yard and sought after in-Town off street parking .
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 73 reviews
Mid Island Crash Pad
A conveniently located mid-island Crash Pad for the all movers and shakers that visit Nantucket! This gorgeous, newly built one bedroom studio with its own exterior entrance is just a few steps from the bike path and shuttle that takes you right into town. This location and space offer everything you need to be comfortable in between beach jaunts or shopping trips to town. Like a hotel room, we offer a simple and affordable place to stay on ACK.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 290 reviews
Quiet Cul-de-Sac | AC | Top-Rated Nantucket Stay
Welcome to "You've Got Whale", your bright, beachy Nantucket escape. Relax around the patio fire pit, load up the beach gear, and explore Nobadeer or Surfside Beaches, just minutes away. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac in a picturesque enclave of 13 homes, this home with 4 levels of livings space can sleep up to 7 and is centrally located, near pristine beaches, hiking, parks, great restaurants and historic downtown Nantucket.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews
Great Condo In Town!
Great two bedroom condo in town renovated in winter 2025 - new kitchen and updated bathroom. If arriving by ferry, you're just a ten minute walk from dropping off your bags and being on vacation. Convenient to restaurants, bars, shopping and everything town offers. Queen bed in master and single in second bedroom. Couch in living room is a pullout as well as option for blow up mattress. The condo is on the second floor.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviewsPopular amenities for South Shore vacation rentals
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4.82 out of 5 average rating, 51 reviews
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews
All about South Shore
For a coastal New England vacation with a side of history, there’s no place like Massachusetts’ South Shore, where quaint towns dating back to before the Revolutionary War and beach-lined suburbs fill the space between Boston and Cape Cod. Settled by the Pilgrims more than 400 years ago, the area surrounding Route 3 brims with Colonial architecture, migrating whales (and the boats that watch for them), cranberry bogs, and picture-perfect stretches of rocky coastline where you can relax, breathe in the salty air, and gaze out over the water. Most of the South Shore towns boast convenient connections to Boston, invitingly cool Atlantic waters for escaping summer heat, and wind-wisped sand for shoreline strolls, but each has its own charms. The legendary and emblematic Plymouth Rock can be found in a state park in the town of Plymouth, Hull brings people in for its famous Nantasket Beach, and birders flock to Marshfield’s wildlife sanctuaries, Daniel Webster and North River.
What are the top things to do in South Shore?
Cranberry Bogs
Watch as harvesters wade through layers of bright red baubles as they rake cranberries from flooded fields. Farms around the region are open to visitors looking to catch a glimpse of the unique and colorful way that the holiday staple makes its way to tables around the country. Pick up fresh berries in season ― mid-October through the end of the year ― or pop by for frozen or canned products anytime.
Whale Watching
Book a tour on a whale-watching boat from Plymouth during whale season, from late spring to early fall, and relish the chance to spot majestic humpback whales as they frolic just off the coast.
Nantasket Beach
Considered by many to be the South Shore’s best beach, this sandy stretch of shoreline in the town of Hull clocks in at just over a mile long. On hot weekends, it can seem like the entire Commonwealth of Boston is here. Families in particular love it for its historic carousel, playground, and evening concerts. When the tide is out, the beach turns into a hotspot for tidepooling.
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