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Downtown Nantucket, or Town, is the island’s vibrant heart, offering world-class dining, charming boutiques, historic sites, and a picturesque harbor. With its cobblestone streets, preserved whaling-era homes, and easy walkability, it’s the most convenient place to live or stay on the island. Visitors can explore the Whaling Museum, stroll along the scenic harbor, shop at unique boutiques, and enjoy waterfront dining. Whether kayaking in the harbor, visiting Brant Point Lighthouse, or experiencing live music and theater, Town offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and coastal charm.
This antique Nantucket home has been thoughtfully and masterfully restored and represents an opportunity to live in the heart of the Old Historic District. The location, which bridges Town, the Cliff, and Brant Point, offers every convenience and is among the most desirable and coveted on the island. Built in 1770, this home has four bedrooms and three and one-half bathrooms. Impeccably maintained, it's in pristine condition. Original details, such as the antique wide pine floors, beamed ceilings, traditional millwork, iron hardware, and four fireplaces have been preserved and suggest a respect for the historic integrity of the Early American, Quaker-style aesthetic. From the cobbled street, this home appears to be a step back into Nantucket's rich and storied history: the pitched roof, the sidelights on either side of the front door, the picket fence that separates the clapboard facade from the brick way. First Floor: The front door opens to a reception area with a closet and handsome paneling in a crisp white hue. A curved stairway with charming rope rail leads upstairs. To the right is a lovely formal living room with a charming bay window, original wood beams, and beautifully maintained antique wood floors. A second living room has an exposed brick wall with fireplace, built-in library shelves, and interior shutters that open to the spacious and sun-filled, eat-in kitchen. Carrera marble countertops, custom cabinetry, a pantry, and stainless steel appliances (including a commercial grade gas stove and ventilation hood) elevate the look of this kitchen. Custom windows along one wall welcome the island's glorious light, and French doors open to the large expansive patio for summertime entertaining. There is a large landscaped yard that is extremely private and a rarity in the historic district. Off the spacious kitchen/dining area is an additional formal dining room. Second Floor: There are three bedrooms on the second floor, all of which overlook the historic, leafy neighborhood. The large main bedroom has a fireplace, a spacious bathroom, and a walk-in closet with laundry. One of the guest bedrooms has 14 windows so it's flooded with natural light. Third Floor: The fourth bedroom along with a full bath with glass shower is located in the finished attic space. There is also an inviting sitting room/playroom on this level. The home has smart TVs, and instead of traditional cable television service, guests can enjoy their preferred streaming platforms using their own subscriptions. This approach reflects the viewing preferences of many travelers today, allowing access to personalized content.
