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Oceanfront Cottage sur Smith's Point avec de belles vues sur l'eau, nouvelle cuisine

Présentation
Équipements
Conditions
Emplacement
Hôte

Exceptionnel

3 chambres2 salles de bain6 personnes

Équipements populaires

Parking disponible
Sèche-linge
Lave-linge
Barbecue
Cuisine
Espace extérieur

Découvrir la zone

Nantucket, MA

Plage Madaket
‪3 min à pied‬
Nantucket Ferry Terminal
‪15 min en voiture‬
Plage Cisco
‪20 min en voiture‬
Nantucket, Massachusetts (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
‪23 min en voiture‬

Chambres et lits

3 chambres (6 personnes)

Chambre 1

1 très grand lit

Chambre 2

1 grand lit

Chambre 3

1 grand lit

Chambre 4

2 lits 1 place

2 salles de bain

Salle de bain 1

Baignoire ou douche · Toilettes

Salle de bain 2

Toilettes · Douche uniquement

Espaces

Terrasse en bois ou patio

Cuisine

Jardin

Salle à manger

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À propos de cet hébergement

Oceanfront Cottage sur Smith's Point avec de belles vues sur l'eau, nouvelle cuisine

Remarque pour 2019: seules les réservations d'automne sont disponibles (octobre et début novembre).
Remarque pour 2020: Nous ouvrirons le calendrier pour 2020 au début de septembre, après avoir traité les nouvelles réservations pour les locataires de cette année.

Le pétoncle est un chalet en bord de mer de 3 chambres joliment meublé sur Smith's Point, à la pointe ouest de Nantucket. Sur plus de 1 000 propriétés Nantucket répertoriées sur VRBO, le pétoncle est classé n ° 1 dans les évaluations des visiteurs au cours des douze derniers mois. La maison offre une vue imprenable sur l'océan, une cuisine / salon magnifiquement rénovée, de vastes terrasses extérieures et un accès facile à la plage sur un chemin privé.

Smith's Point est réputé pour sa tranquillité, son accès facile à l'eau et ses magnifiques couchers de soleil. Le chalet fait face à l'océan à l'ouest et fait face à la tête de Hither Creek, une entrée d'eau salée, au sud. Il est à environ 300 pieds d'une belle plage de surf et à environ trois pâtés de maisons de la paisible plage de Madaket Harbour.

Le salon a une belle vue sur l'océan et s'ouvre sur une terrasse au deuxième étage avec un coin repas avec la même vue magnifique. A l'extérieur, au niveau du sol, il y a un patio avec une table et des chaises en teck et une terrasse avec des chaises d'extérieur. Le chalet dispose également d'une belle grande pelouse plate et d'une douche extérieure.

Le chalet est à distance de marche de Millie, un restaurant décontracté et un dépanneur, et un arrêt pour la navette pour la ville. Le chalet est également proche de la piste cyclable Madaket, qui fait partie de l'excellent réseau de pistes cyclables de Nantucket.

Nantucket propose des restaurants, des boutiques, du golf, de la pêche et des aventures en plein air de classe mondiale. Pour les enfants, l'île propose de superbes camps de jour, des cours de sport et d'autres activités. Vous allez l'adorer!

Mots-clés: Maison, Smith's Point, plage, bord de mer, vue sur l'eau

Responsable de l’hébergement

Tom Hutton

Langues parlées

Anglais

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Services et équipements

Cuisine

Lave-linge

Sèche-linge

Wi-Fi haut débit gratuit

Espace extérieur

Vue sur l’océan

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Règlement intérieur

Arrivée après 15 h 00

Âge minimum pour la location : 25 ans

Départ avant 09 h 00

Enfants

Enfants autorisés : de 0 à 17 ans

Événements

Événements non autorisés

Animaux domestiques

Animaux de compagnie non autorisés

Fumeurs/non-fumeurs

Hébergement non-fumeurs

Informations importantes

À savoir absolument

Cet hébergement est géré par un hôte privé (une partie n’agissant pas dans le cadre de son commerce, son entreprise ou sa profession). La législation européenne relative aux droits des consommateurs ne s’appliquera pas à votre réservation, y compris le droit de rétractation. Toutefois, la politique d’annulation définie par l’hôte privé couvrira votre réservation. Les articles 1100 à 1386-1 du Code civil français s’appliqueront. https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/codes/id/LEGISCTA000032040794/

Des frais pour toute personne supplémentaire peuvent être facturés et dépendent de la politique de l'hébergement

Une pièce d'identité officielle avec photo et un dépôt de garantie en espèces, par carte de crédit ou par carte de débit, peuvent être demandés à l'arrivée pour couvrir tous frais imprévus

Les demandes spéciales, qui ne peuvent pas être garanties, sont soumises à disponibilité à l'arrivée et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires

Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont interdits

L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone

L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée

Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur et un verrou de sûreté

Cet hébergement comporte des espaces extérieurs comme des balcons, des patios ou des terrasses potentiellement non adaptés aux enfants. Si vous avez des questions, nous vous recommandons de contacter l'hébergement avant votre arrivée afin de savoir s'il peut vous accueillir dans une chambre adéquate.

Numéro d’enregistrement de l’hébergement : C0053551970

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À propos du quartier

Nantucket

ce cottage vous donne rendez-vous à Nantucket sur la plage, dans le quartier Smith Point. Profitez de votre séjour pour expérimenter de nouvelles activités aux célèbres Cisco Brewers et Nantucket Ferry Terminal. Vous préférez le calme et la beauté des grands espaces ? Mettez plutôt le cap sur les magnifiques sites de Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary et Parc Lily Pond. Les agréables Loines Observatory et Vestal St Observatory méritent aussi une visite. Les points d'eau des environs sont le décor idéal pour vous adonner à de nouvelles activités telles que le snorkeling et le ski nautique tandis que les amoureux d'aventures en plein air pourront plutôt opter pour les balades en vélo et la randonnée.

Nantucket, MA

À proximité

Plage Madaket - 3 min à pied - 0.3 km
Plage The Jetties - 15 min en voiture - 10.4 km
Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 15 min en voiture - 10.7 km
Plage Cisco - 20 min en voiture - 13.1 km
Surfside Beach - 22 min en voiture - 14.8 km

Comment se déplacer

Aéroport de Nantucket Memorial (ACK) - 20 min en voiture

Restaurants

‪Stubbys - ‬14 min en voiture
‪Yummy - ‬17 min en voiture
‪Island Coffee Roasters - ‬14 min en voiture
‪Juice Bar - ‬14 min en voiture
‪Cisco Brewers - ‬15 min en voiture

Foire aux questions

Les animaux domestiques sont-ils admis dans l'hébergement ?

Non, les animaux de compagnie ne sont pas admis au sein de l'hébergement.

Quelle est l'heure d'arrivée à l'hébergement Oceanfront Cottage sur Smith's Point avec de belles vues sur l'eau, nouvelle cuisine ?

Les arrivées sont prévues à partir de 15 h 00.

Quelle est l'heure de départ de l'hébergement Oceanfront Cottage sur Smith's Point avec de belles vues sur l'eau, nouvelle cuisine ?

Le départ a lieu à 09 h 00.

Où se situe l'hébergement ?

Sur la plage et les pieds dans le sable, ce cottage se trouve dans le secteur de Smith Point à 10 minutes de marche de sites comme : Plage Madaket et Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary. Hummock Pond et Parc Lily Pond sont également à 10 km de distance.

Exceptionnel

Les avis sont présentés par ordre chronologique, ils sont également soumis à une procédure de contrôle et vérifiés sauf indication contraire.

10/10

Propreté

10/10

Arrivée

10/10

Communication

10/10

Emplacement

10/10

Exactitude de l’annonce

10/10 Excellent

Shawna P.

2 juil. 2025

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Lovely house on gorgeous beach

This is the perfect beach house for a family to stay at in Nantucket. My 4 boys, ages 1 to 11 all had a great time staying here last week. The beach in front of the house cannot be beat, it’s gorgeous, private and has the most beautiful sunsets. The house is updated, comfortable and well-equipped with everything you need to make you feel at home. The wraparound decks with amazing ocean views were perfect for family meals. Having Millie’s within walking or biking distance was so convenient! Their food was outstanding…we got take-out lunch and dinner here several times, as well as iced coffees and ice-creams! Tom and Susan are great hosts and were so helpful with their recommendations. My family and I would not hesitate to stay here again in the future!

Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B., Denver, CO

22 juil. 2019

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Fantastic Stay - Highly Recommended

This is the perfect beach house! Lovely location in Madaket with unbelievable ocean views and direct walking access to the beach. The house has everything you need for a great week in Nantucket. Tom was a fantastic and very accommodating host.

Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2019

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES E. M.

18 oct. 2019

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Spectacular Owners / Spectacular Home

The owners were wonderful to deal with and the home exceeded the write-up and pictures. If you are looking to be "On the Beach" you can not get better than this property and owners. This was our first VRBO rental and would return to this property without hesitation.

Séjour de 3 nuits en octobre 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette C.

28 mai 2019

Beautiful, serene house with water views

Enjoyed a wonderful week at the Scallop, a beautiful well appointed house with water views. A short walk to Madaket beach and the property has a path to the beach. Millie's restaurant is also walking distance from the Scallop, a fun place for casual dining.

Séjour de 7 nuits en mai 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

1 juil. 2025

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Madaket Beach Front

We stayed for a week in June. Weather was cool and foggy; just right for exploring and photography. The cottage is typical Nantucket. Grey shingle exterior and light and airy interior. Very clean, well kept and supplied. Short walk over the dunes to the beach. Tom was great with communication and recommendations. Madaket is a good beach location away from the crowds. I would recommend having a rental car as it is quite a ways from town although the Waves shuttle is also convenient. Be prepared in the summer for large crowds and traffic in town. Also, be prepared to spend more than usual. It is expensive, similar to Hawaii.

Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2025

8/10 Bien

Mark S.

6 juil. 2023

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Smith Point is the Place to Be

My family and I just returned from a wonderful week next to the beach at Madaket. Already wishing we were still there. Very chill, so relaxing. This home had all the amenities we needed. Tom was a great host with clear and timely communication. All around a very nice vacation rental.

Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette C.

29 mai 2018

Wonderful week at Scallop

We had a wonderful week in Madaket - (Smith's Point) at the Scallop Cottage. Amazingly comfortable and well equipped cottage. We immediately felt at home and settled in to a week of relaxation, amazing sea views from the cottage, and enjoying fantastic Madaket beach watching surfers and seals and meeting friendly islanders and visitors. We look forward to returning next year.

Séjour de 7 nuits en mai 2018

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

25 sept. 2021

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Great September Week in Madaket

We highly recommend this rental house. It is super comfortable with fantastic furniture including comfortable beds and couches. The house is bright and cheerful. The most amazing piece are the views. We have been renting in Madaket for 23 years and this house was beyond any doubt the best place to stay. Easy access to the beach and Smiths Point for sunset. Millie’s is great for dinner and a very short bike ride. The house had everything we needed and the owner was super responsive. We highly recommend this house.

Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary L.

29 juin 2021

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Quintessential Nantucket

What a wonderful property! Fabulous views of dunes and sea, bright and airy, perfectly equipped. One of my friends, who has been a realtor on the island for 40 years declared it her new favorite Nantucket house which is really saying something. The Huttons, our hosts, were responsive to our every need going so far as to buy martini glasses and a cocktail shaker when I inquired about it. All in all, a wonderful experience and we will return.

Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

20 sept. 2020

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

On The Beach in Smith Point

If you like being on the beach in a simple beach community that harkens back to what Nantucket used to be, this is a great place to stay. If you prefer to be in/near town and everything that comes with it or in high-end fancy/luxurious accommodations/locations, this is not your slice of life. If Smith Point works for you, this house is excellent. It is very clean and comfortable, well stocked with everything you need, only 50 yards from the crashing waves of Smith Point beach, which serenade you to sleep at night, and provides wonderful views of the ocean. Although the location is "Old Nantucket" because it is simple and not fancy, the house has modern furnishings, appliances, flooring and plenty of light. The hosts are top-shelf. They are responsive and a pleasure to deal with. There were four of us in our party and we had plenty of room. The house is an A+ Smith Point rental. Steven & Terry

Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2020

10/10 Excellent

mark b.

21 oct. 2019

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Amazing Views

The views were stunning and our three boys got to be boys. Very close to the beach and big yard. Loved our time in Nantucket.

Séjour de 7 nuits en octobre 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

19 août 2019

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Wonderful Vacation

We just returned from a wonderful vacation at the Scallop! This oceanfront cottage is well maintained and clean. Everything was very clean upon our arrival with the beds freshly made. There were plenty of linens and towels available for us. The Scallop has everything you need for a fabulous, stress free week at the beach - wonderful new kitchen with cookware, tools, appliances, dishes, glasses, flatware, etc.; beach chairs, beach towels, umbrellas, wagons etc.; charcoal grill; deck furniture, amazing views; a path to the private beach; outdoor shower. Tom, one of the owners, was great to work with. He was always quick to respond, very pleasant and helpful. I would 100% recommend staying here and we certainly hope to return.

Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

29 juil. 2019

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Excellent

Best part of Nantucket. Remote and wild. A wonderful light, open property, with views of Coast Guard Bridge, and surf crashing just over the dunes a few feet away. Tom and Susan are perfect hosts.

Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

22 juil. 2019

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Scallop

Great house in great location.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin O.

15 juil. 2019

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Perfect Location

To His was the perfect place for our vacation with young kids. A beautiful beach with fun waves is steps away, you can walk a few blocks to the bay side which has calm waters perfect for paddle boarding, and after you put the kids to bed you can enjoy amazing sunsets from the deck. The house itself is clean and well-equipped. And the owners were very helpful.

Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2019

10/10 Excellent

John T.

12 nov. 2018

Phenomenal location with a beautiful, well-furnished house and property

The Scallop was the perfect get away, whether for just a couple or for a family/small group. The views from the house and deck were stunning, and the beach was just a couple minute walk away. The house had everything you could need, with an updated kitchen, comfortable accommodations, and all sorts of extras. The location is nice and quiet, giving you your own private getaway, but still an easy drive or bike ride to downtown, Cisco, or whatever else you want to do on the island. Tom was the great host, providing all the information we needed while keeping things simple and easy. We would highly recommend to anyone looking to experience the best that Nantucket has to offer.

Séjour de 3 nuits en octobre 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jean R., Bloomington Indiana

24 oct. 2018

Best. Views. Ever. Terrific House and Beach Too!

This is a truly great beach house. An upside down house, the views are just amazing, and the living-dining-kitchen arrangement is perfect. Sometimes it feels like there is nothing between you and the ocean (there is a small dune with an easy to walk private path to the beach). The house has a very well-equipped kitchen, even for a serious cook. There is also a large table, perfect for eating and jigsaw puzzles, as well as two outdoor heavy teak tables and many great teak chairs on the deck, along with an umbrella, a drink cart, and other niceties. Nice additional pantry for storage and extra small appliances and glassware as well as a mini-fridge to supplement the nice big fridge in the kitchen. (And note the kitchen is all updated with great appliances, marble countertops, and lots of dishes, flatware, pots and pans. The living room is really nicely furnished with 3 comfy sofas and a great audio-video system. And well-chosen art and decor too. But the very best thing about this place are the views— through every window, upstairs and down. Because of the proximity to the beach (a 2 minute walk), from the great deck are unbelievably gorgeous views of both sunrise and sunset, since we have east, south, and west views. And in fact the north views are great too. The exterior and interior lighting is well done, and there are even USB ports in the kitchen. I have stayed many vacation places where the lighting is terrible and it’s hard to find a place to plug in and recharge, Not so here! The 3 bedrooms are fully furnished, and comfortable, and the two downstairs bathrooms are both updated and work well, with quality faucets and showers, etc. Lots of hot water on demand. Nice big laundry room too. It’s an easy 20 minute drive to town, and a lovely bike ride— the Madaket bike paths are really well maintained. A terrific house in a perfect location. The homeowners are clear and communicative, and very quick to respond and helpful. Love this place!!!

Séjour de 28 nuits en septembre 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

20 oct. 2018

Fabulous

Wonderful home -- light, airy, spectacular views, literally steps from the beach -- in Smith's Point, the most wild and beautiful part of this wild and beautiful island. The upside-down layout puts the bedrooms on the first floor, open living room on the second, with windows facing three directions -- including a spectacular south-facing view over the dunes to the crashing waves. It's unbelievably dramatic in, or just after, a storm. There's a wraparound porch and a table to eat outside -- your food gently seasoned by the salt spray drifting over the seagrass. Tom and Susan are terrific hosts: calm, relaxed, unassuming, wryly funny, and responsive when you need them. We love this place.

Séjour de 10 nuits en juillet 2018

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

16 août 2018

A beautiful beach house in an excellent location

The house is small but lovely and very well appointed. We enjoyed it thoroughly. The location is about 50 yards from the Madaket Beach with private access.

Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2018

10/10 Excellent

Madeline L.

26 juil. 2018

Best Nantucket family vacation

We highly recommend this home! We have stayed at various parts of Nantucket but Madaket was by far our favorite! The sunset, the close proximity to the beach and the peaceful sound of the ocean were fabulous! Tim and Susan were wonderful hosts. They were very responsive when we emailed them. The scallop home was clean, well equipped and beautifully decorated! We will be back but want to stay longer next time!

Séjour de 11 nuits en juillet 2018

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

26 oct. 2017

Gorgeous place to stay!

My husband and I rented The Scallop for an extra long weekend to celebrate our 25th anniversary. My sister and her family, along with my youngest son, joined us on Saturday. The location is amazing, and the open floor plan upstairs, makes for beautiful views all around! All the bedrooms were comfortable, and along with the two full bathrooms, there was plenty of space. The kitchen is really nice, with a huge refrigerator, nice flattop electric stove, lots of counter space, and plenty of plates, cups, and utensils. The beach is just a short walk, and there are plenty of beach chairs, and coolers to pack some refreshments! We had an awesome weekend, and would love to come back someday!

Séjour de 3 nuits en octobre 2017

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Ann S., Minnetonka, MN

1 juin 2017

Simply lovely

The Scallop is perfectly located in my favorite part of Nantucket...Madaket. The new kitchen is great and wonderfully equipped and the upstairs living area is comfy and inviting. The house is set up so that every door or window gives you ocean or creek views - deck is really nice and the bedrooms are comfy with a lot of places for your personal belongings. But one of the best things is the owners. There is nothing worse than trying to get all of your business done around a rental with unresponsive, crabby people. Year after year, we have enjoyed working with the Huttons and continue to be very thankful for their willingness to share their special place and for being gracious and helpful. Thank you!! We will definitely be back soon.

Séjour de 9 nuits en avril 2017

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

John C.

3 nov. 2016

Madaket Serenity

I've been going Nantucket for over 30 years and have stayed many different places throughout the island. The natural beauty of Madaket is unmatched and The Scallop is right in the middle of it. The house is perfect for taking in all that Madaket and Smith's Point has to offer. The views and proximity to the beach and ocean are perfect. Beautiful surroundings and peaceful with the best sunrises and sunsets anywhere. We found the house well equipment and very clean. I look forward to returning there again on future trips to the island. The Scallop will be my first choice for beauty and serenity on Nantucket!

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

25 juil. 2016

Beautiful!

My family recently stayed at The Scallop and were very happy. This house and location definitely exceeded expectations. The views from the deck and house were amazing. There is so much to do on Nantucket, yet it is so relaxing at The Scallop that we never wanted to leave. The house has all the amenities, and the newly renovated kitchen/living room has a fresh feel to it, with amazing views. Large yard for games is a plus, too.

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

13 oct. 2014

Awesome in October

I rented "The Scallop" for family that was visiting for a long weekend this October and I can't say enough good things about our experience! The cottage was a perfect fit for a family of six, small enough to feel intimate yet large enough to not be cramped. The cottage's location is near perfect within yards of Madaket beach, views of Millie's bridge and the harbor, and short walking distance to Smith's Point and Jackson Point. In October Madaket's only restaurant, Millie's, is closed, but the house is equipped with everything you might need for cooking at home. There is even a rake and basket if you'd like to try your hand a scalloping in Madaket Harbor, which we did and loved(with a shellfish permit from the Town of course). Another huge perk are the modern accessories provided for your use. The kids were thrilled to find a Google Chromecast and a bluetooth sound system. The sound system makes it easy to stream music from your phone without having to plug in and the Chromecast allows you to stream video, Netflix or HBOgo, from your phone or laptop. Having lived on Nantucket for awhile now, I've come to find myself loving the serenity of Madaket over the other areas of the island. If you're looking for the same, this rental is right for you.

Qui vous reçoit ?

Vous êtes reçu par Tom Hutton

We bought The Scallop in 2004, after selling a cottage in Surfside, on the south shore of the island. We have two grown boys who still love their visits to the cottage and the chance to explore the island.

Pourquoi avoir choisi cet hébergement ?

We chose the location due to its wonderful access to beaches and boating opportunities, as well as lack of traffic (both car and air traffic). Crossing over the bridge to Smith Point is like taking a step back in time. We find it incredibly relaxing.

Quels sont les atouts de cet hébergement ?

The cottage offers easy, quick access to both the surf beach and the harbor beach. You can go downtown and explore the shops and restaurants, or just stay out in our peaceful part of the island. We are a short walk from Millie's restaurant and convenience shop. Nantucket also offers a great network of bike trails and a great shuttle bus system, including a stop near the cottage.