HALFSHELL- Charming 1 bedroom Cottage in town

Nantucket, Massachusetts
$821 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

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Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to Half Shell – A Charming Nantucket Retreat

Half Shell is a delightful two-story, one-bedroom cottage nestled on historic Pleasant Street, just a short walk to town. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and style, this cozy getaway features a modern kitchen with marble countertops, high-end Viking and Miele appliances, a gas stove, a farmhouse sink, and a cathedral ceiling in the upstairs living area. Enjoy your morning coffee in the built-in window seat breakfast nook—the perfect spot to plan your Nantucket adventures!

Comfortable & Stylish Accommodations
- Spacious queen bedroom downstairs with a private bath
- Hand-painted staircase leading to an open-concept upstairs living room and kitchen
- Comfortable convertible couch in the living area, plus an additional half bath—ideal for a small family or two couples

Outdoor Enjoyment & Island Living
- Private outdoor shower
- Charming deck and hedge-lined yard for relaxing in privacy
- Space to store bicycles—ride into town or head to the beach!
- Outfitted with luxury linens, plush towels, and beach essentials (chairs, towels, and umbrella)

Prime Location
- 10-minute leisurely walk (~0.5 miles) to historic Main Street, shopping, and restaurants
- Easy access to the bike path (2 miles to Surfside, 1.5 miles to Jetties, 6 miles to Madaket)
- Conveniently close to ferry terminals (Steamship Authority & Hy-Line)
- No car needed, but parking is available for one vehicle
- Access the entire island via Nantucket’s award-winning The Wave transit system, with a stop just moments away

Perfect for Families & Groups
Half Shell shares a property with a beautiful five-bedroom main house, also available for rent—ideal for multi-generational families or groups looking to enjoy Nantucket together while maintaining private space.

Check-in: 3 PM
Check-out: 10 AM

We look forward to welcoming you to Half Shell for a relaxing and memorable Nantucket escape!

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Knox T.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 9, 2025

    Quaint, quiet and perfectly delightful!

  • Caroline H.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

  • Joyce T.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    This is a very comfortable, beautifully furnished in coastal style property. Fully equipped, nice linens and towels. It is helpful to rent bikes or have a car as it’s a solid 15 minute walk to the heart of “Town”. Lovely base for exploring the island.

  • Christopher G.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 28, 2024

    N/A

  • Christina L.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    This charming guest house is perfect for your stay in Nantucket. Close to down town with all the amenities you need to explore the island. We will definitely be booking again for next year!

  • marie o.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2024

    Stayed Jul 10, 2024

    This is a very cute property, just enough space. My husband and I stayed 5 nights, my Daughter and her friend came for the weekend. We were very comfortable. Outdoor space is lovely and private. We like to bring our car so having parking was perfect. Easy walk to dinner in town. We plan on booking again , probably for a full week.

  • Juliana S.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2024

    Stayed Jun 18, 2024

    my husband and I stayed here for our mini moon in june and it was perfect! Clean, spacious, beautifully decorated, close to town but still private. Sarah was responsive and helpful, we would love to stay here again!

  • Emily B.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2024

    Stayed Jun 26, 2024

    Great location and outdoor space!

  • Paula M.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2023

    Stayed Sep 29, 2023

    Stayed at Half Shell for a wedding in Nantucket. Beautiful we had a great stay. Close enough to town that we walked. Property was great!! No complaints at all. Hope to come back to the island to visit. Thanks!!

  • Joanne H.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2023

    Stayed Sep 14, 2023

    stayed at Half Shell due to a family wedding. Home location was just perfect, not only close to the festivities at Great Harbor Yacht Club, but also for a stroll into town. It is set off the street, private and quiet. Bed was comfy. Hurricane Lee was blowing through, but we were secure in the cottage! The VRBO pictures are accurate. Good communication with Sarah.

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