Historic Sea Captains Home in Nantucket! Perfect for Large Groups and Families

Nantucket, Massachusetts
$3024 avg/night Minimum Stay 7 Nights
Bed 10

Bed

Bath 10

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 22

Max Sleeps

Night 7 nights

Min Stay

A Thousand Welcomes to Ha Penny House!

Discover the perfect retreat for family reunions, multi-family vacations, corporate getaways, overflow accommodations for large wedding guest parties and other large groups - in our historic Nantucket home. This beautiful 10-bedroom Historic Sea Captain's house and former Bed & Breakfast - turned private vacation rental, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern amenities, comfortably sleeping 22 guests.

PRIME LOCATION:
Situated in 'Towne' one of Nantucket most vibrant villages, and just steps from Main Street, the Ha Penny House allows you to explore Nantucket's rich history and vibrant culture with ease. Wander two blocks to the Nantucket Whaling Museum, and immerse yourself in the grandeur of this historic whaling port at sea, known as Yesterday's Island. Here, you can pick up The Wave- Nantucket's seasonal shuttle service, a convenient way to get to the beaches and the more remote areas of the Island. You can bring your bike on the bus to access the 75 miles of stunning bike paths located across the island.

Indulge in gourmet dining and charming cafes, or enjoy some retail therapy as you browse the galleries, and shops downtown. Children’s Beach, featuring a play ground, Child-safe swim area, and overlooking Nantucket Harbor, is just two blocks away, making for an ideal day of family fun for little ones. We are conveniently located just a 5 minute walk from the Steamship Authority Ferry Dock and a 10 minute walk from the Hy-Line Cruise Ferry Dock.

HISTORIC ELEGANCE & MODERN COMFORT:
Each of the 10 bedrooms features an en-suite bathroom, cable-ready TV, and window air conditioning unit. The home, dating back to 1790, boasts original wide-plank floorboards, exposed wood beams, and period antiques. The bedrooms layout is as stated below:

Second Floor (6-bedrooms):
- 1x King w/ en-suite bath.
- 1x Double Bed & en-suite bathroom.
- 1x Queen & 1x Twin in the same 'sleeping-quarters', & an en-suite bathroom.
- 1 Bedroom with 3x Twin beds & en-suite bathroom.
- 1x Queen room with an ornamental fireplace, & en-suite bathroom.
- 1x Queen Bedroom with large walk in closet & en-suite bathroom.

Third Floor (3 Bedrooms):
- 1x King-size bedroom with harbor views & en-suite bathroom.
- 1 Bedroom with 2x Twin beds, and en-suite bathroom.
- 1x Queen Bedroom & an en-suite bathroom.

First Floor (1 Bedroom):
-1x Queen bedroom & 1x Full size pull-out sofa sleeper, mini kitchenette, and en-suite bath.

KITCHEN & OUTDOOR SPACE:

The Chef's kitchen is perfect for preparing meals for, and making memories with, your large party, features a large island, 4-burner gas cooktop & gas oven, microwave, subzero fridge, dishwasher and is fully stocked with dishes, cooking equipment, flatware, bakeware, and (of course) a lobster pot! Additionally, there is a formal Dining Room, featuring a large dining table with seating for 8-10.

French doors lead to a private, brick-patio with comfortable outdoor furniture and a Weber gas grill. Great for entertaining or hosting those classic Summertime BBQ's & Cookouts. When the sun sets & the mosquitos come out - escape to the large screened-in porch, perfect for afternoon tea or evening cocktails while people watching the Islanders on their way to enjoy a night out on the Town.

ENTERTAINMENT, PARKING & ADDITIONAL AMENITIES:

- Living room equipped with a Large flatscreen 'Smart T.V.' - allowing guests to access personal streaming accounts, as well as DVD/VCR, and Cable.
- The house is equipped with Wi-Fi.
- There is a designated Office Area/Working Space on the second floor, equipped with a desk, printer and fax machine.
- Ha Penny House provides two off-street parking spots, and street parking along Centre St.
- The basement laundry room has three washing machines and three gas dryers.
- Beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, magazines, books, and games are available for your use.
- We promote a smoke-free environment, with smoking allowed outside on the terrace only.

Make lasting memories at Ha Penny House, where historic charm meets modern convenience in the heart of Nantucket.

Town of Nantucket Short Term Rental Certificate of Registration: 017940

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    10 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Local Artist Showcase Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Recycling Some Profits Reinvested In Community And Sustainability
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    10.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Printer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    4 Stairs To Reach Property Handrails In Hallways Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 07:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 09:30 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 22

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Review Review

  • Transitions Group V.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    Great for large groups! Thank you again!

  • Andrew S.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2023

    Stayed Aug 5, 2023

    Awesome location and big enough for a large party…very comfortably.

  • mark g.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2017

    Stayed Aug 12, 2017

    What a great week ! House was huge and plenty of room to bring all and with every bedroom having their own bathroom all can get ready at the same time (was a bed and breakfast house converted into summer rental). Kitchen has been recently renovated and updated and location, location, LOCATION. So nice to be able to walk to all. Thanks so much and will see you on the next trip !

  • Tom S.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2017

    Stayed Jun 15, 2017

    Very large!!! Bathrooms a plenty. Perfect location.

  • Carmel S.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2015

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We stayed for a weekend and just could not take everything in. The home was beautifully unique with a gorgeous renovated kitchen. It was wonderful for a large group because there were many areas to escape to, yet a large screened in porch and dining room to collect in. The location was very handy and home was very clean.

  • Submitted Sep 11, 2014

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    I rented this house with a large group of friends for Labor Day weekend. We have rented the house before and it's always been great, awesome location, clean, outdoor space, etc. However, this year we went out downtown and came home to our house being robbed of virtually anything valuable we had (laptops, cell phones & accessories, kindles, ipods, ipads, computers, jewelry, expensive bags, glasses/sunglasses, etc). We believe the theives to be local residents that target large groups of tourists staying on the island and we believe that they were watching out house. We have not been able to recover our stolen items, I would highly recommend anyone staying in this home to make sure they lock up any valuables and keep all of the doors locked at all times, and any spare keys hidden.

  • Craig R.

    Submitted Nov 24, 2013

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    HaPenny Labor Day Weekend Rental We rented Ha'Penny House this past Labor Day Weekend and it was perfect for our rather large group of friends (8 couples). Having rented on Nantucket in the past, this house really met all our needs from location (steps to town) to the bedrooms, it was absolutely perfect for our group and would highly recommend to others. Each of the bedrooms had a bathroom and shower in it, so waiting for a shower was never an issue. The kitchen was amazing, fully upgraded with high end appliances, surround sound speakers for music and had a great back yard off the kitchen for outdoor enjoyment. Highly recommend this property. Craig

  • Lisa H.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2013

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    My son married a Nantucket girl this September and we rented the Ha'Penny House to accomodate my rather large family. The location was absolutely perfect. A very short walk to town and directly across from the beautiful Congregational Church. In fact, the Saturday of our stay we got to see one of the 40+ weddings that took place on the island right at the church which included bagpipe players and an amazing white Rolls Royce! The house absolutely met all of our needs and worked really well for our group. Everyone was happy with their rooms and we had a great time congregating in the kitchen and the lovely back yard and sun porch. Only wish we could have spent more time relaxing and enjoying the house.

  • Pat R.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2013

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    This home is an old girl but was perfect for our needs! She was very well equipped and the location was just what we wanted! The pictures do not do it justice. The back courtyard is totally enclosed which was perfect for pets & children! There are so many nooks & crannies that it never felt crowded even though we had the bedrooms full! A big plus was the bathrooms with each bedroom. Would definitely recommend for large group!

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