In the heart of Nantucket, Skyemoor welcomes you with its rich history and warm charm. This historic home features a gourmet kitchen, fireplace in the living room, 6 bedrooms including a luxurious master suite with soaking tub and shower. With WiFi throughout and an outside garden perfect for grilling or relaxation.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12465 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
6 BDR, Pet-friendly, newly remodeled whaling captain’s house downtown Nantucket!
Historic Skyemoor, originally built in 1694, is one of the 50 oldest houses on the island. Built by the Macy family, who arrived on Nantucket with the first settlers, Skyemoor is steeped in island history and culture, played host to Herman Melville and others, as well as served as the home of wealthy Whaling Captains throughout Nantucket’s whaling golden age.
Today, Skyemoor is the perfect family home, having been tastefully and carefully renovated to provide modern conveniences without losing its antique roots. The house sits high up on Main Street, at the head of town and central to all that Nantucket has to offer. Charming shops, fine dining restaurants, and beautiful beaches are all just steps away. Experience Nantucket the way the island is meant to be, with an appreciation for her beauty, a nod to the past, and from the comfort of a welcoming and grand family home.
Floor Plan
First Floor: Living Room, fireplace, dining room with a table for 8 and room for extra seating. A gourmet kitchen with Wolf stove, Miele appliances, an island with seating, and pantry. One queen bedroom, a hallway full bathroom, and another bedroom with a full bed, a pullout twin bed and ensuite bathroom.
Second Floor: One Queen bedroom overlooks the beautiful back garden. Another bedroom with two twin beds. These two rooms share a full bathroom in the hall, complete with a shower, washer & dryer. A luxurious master bedroom suite has its own soaking tub and shower.
Third Floor: 2 twin trundle beds and an ensuite full bathroom with a shower.
The house has a private garden accessible only to Skyemoor. Skyemoor has an attached cottage that shares a wall with the main house, and runs down the side street of Gardner Avenue. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, and depending on the time of year, it can be let along with the main house to provide a total of 9 bedrooms for large groups or families. Most of the time the back cottage is let to respectful island professionals who have limited contact with anyone from the main house, as their entrance is separate.
2 off street parking spots on Gardner Avenue behind the house 1 additional crib is available if needed WiFi 6 Bedrooms 5 Full Bathrooms Outside Garden with grill and furniture.
In order to keep this house pet friendly, please be sure to let us know if you plan to bring a dog. We have a dog fee that goes directly to a separate cleaner and we need to be sure to schedule the pet cleaner in advance if you plan to bring a dog. In addition, for liability’s sake, please be sure to disclose the total number of people in your booking. We don’t charge per person, so it won’t affect your rate, we just need to know as part of our booking management process. Thanks for understanding and enjoy your time on Nantucket!
**Please note, in the event we are booked during your desired dates, we have another 5 bedroom property in the neighborhood https://www.vrbo.com/4290324
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
5 private bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Please let us know the exact number of guests as it helps us with planning.
We do allow dogs, however, we charge $500 per dog, as extra cleaning is required. Please be sure to inform us in advance if bringing a dog.
We do try to accommodate an early check-in whenever possible, though we cannot guarantee it.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0339091970
About the area
Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Nantucket Town, a neighbourhood in Nantucket. Nantucket Ferry Terminal and Cisco Brewers are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Vestal St Observatory and Theatre Workshop of Nantucket. Travelling with kids? Consider Loines Observatory and White Heron Theatre. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and ecotours nearby. Visit our Nantucket travel guide
Is 6 BDR, Pet-friendly, newly remodeled whaling captain’s house downtown Nantucket! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at 6 BDR, Pet-friendly, newly remodeled whaling captain’s house downtown Nantucket!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 6 BDR, Pet-friendly, newly remodeled whaling captain’s house downtown Nantucket!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 6 BDR, Pet-friendly, newly remodeled whaling captain’s house downtown Nantucket!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 6 BDR, Pet-friendly, newly remodeled whaling captain’s house downtown Nantucket! located?
This family-friendly Nantucket holiday home is located by the sea, steps away from Fire Hose Cart House, Vestal St Observatory and Greater Light Garden. Hadwen House and Historic Mitchell House are just steps away.
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Lina was a very responsive and helpful host. The house and interior space was incredibly warm and welcoming, with a gorgeous open kitchen and living room area that was perfect for hosting a group of eleven girls. Almost every bedroom had its own bathroom, and we were able to comfortably move about the house. Location-wise, it was just a short 5 - 10 minute walk into town where we had access to anything we needed. I would absolutely book this location again for next trip to Nantucket.
Our family of 7 plus an infant had the most wonderful stay for Christmas stroll weekend. The house is exactly as described and is in an ideal location for walking to town! We loved our stay!
The house is super close for town which made for easy access to restaurants, shopping, and exploring! The property is beautiful, we can’t wait to come back and stay again.
We had an amazing stay at Skyemoor. The house was amazing and had everything we needed. Perfect size for our group of 4 adults and 6 teens. So close to town, everyone enjoyed their stay.
We loved our springtime stay in this gorgeous home. The large & open kitchen, number of beds and bathrooms was perfect for our group of girlfriends. Even with lots of rain, the walkability to downtown restaurants and shops was perfect. We had one slight reason to reach out to the host but they were accommodating and quick to respond. Would recommend and hope to stay again.
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was close to downtown so it was easy to walk to several establishments. The bathrooms were recently remodeled. The layout of the kitchen and dining room was great for our group.
Skyemoor was a lovely and accommodating spot for our large group of 12. The house is so charming and beautifully appointed and had everything we needed. The location is great, just steps to all the shops.
Our family all loved our stay!
We had a great stay for the Thanksgiving week. The proximity to town and our other family and friends was perfect. We had enough space for 11 of us to hang, play games, yet have our own space. Kitchen was fantastic.
My family stayed at this property for Thanksgiving and we had a fantastic time. The house was just as advertised and was a perfect size for our family. It was also a great location with a short walk to downtown.
Lina was also a great host and very responsive.
I would definitely stay here again!!
Great house in a great location. Beautifully redone while maintaining its historical appeal and charm. Lina was an awesome host and made sure we had everything we needed leading up to our stay. We look forward to using this property again in the coming years.
While the weather on Nantucket was not cooperative, we had an amazing time thanks in part to this beautiful home! It was in the perfect location and had everything we needed. Lina was easy to contact and always responded promptly. I would highly recommend her home for anyone traveling to Nantucket, and hope to stay there again when I return!!
We stayed here as the parents of the groom for a wedding. The place is just amazing. So clean, bright open space for a large group to eat and socialize, so close to everything. The house was perfect! Thanks so much!
This property is terrific. We have stayed in many short term rental properties in North America and Europe and this was one of the very best. It was immaculate, and had abundant cooking supplies to make a large meal (which we did). It is also historically interesting -- one of the oldest houses in Nantucket -- and in a great location. Check in was easy. We will definitely come again
The house was a perfect fit for our group of friends who all met on Nantucket the summer of ‘74. Roomy, comfortable-perfect for sharing our happy memories. The weather was also amazingly warm and pleasant, made visiting our old haunts so easy and fun!
From arrival to check out every single aspect of our stay was far greater than expected. This house has everything that you need. The location is ideal walking distance to everything I only wish we could've stayed longer. The communication with the host was excellent and timely. We will be coming back sooner than later.
Our daughter was getting married and we needed a large house for the family. House was great! Owners did a wonderful job renovating a classic old house. Amazing bathrooms! Great kitchen and eating space and lovely garden. Owners were very responsive.
Beautiful historic home for family to stay for our daughter’s wedding.
Beautifully renovated home with first floor open floorplan. Bathrooms are modern and kitchen well stocked with cookware and accessories for cooking family meals. Host immediately responded to a question. Lovely backyard area. Wonderful location in town and in an area of many stately historic homes. Would highly recommend if you need a larger home.
This home is wonderful. It looks just like the pictures. We had 10 women together for our annual girls weekend and the house was perfect!! 10 minute walk from boat and so close to town. I can’t recommend enough!! Look no further!!
We stayed for 3 nights at this historic and beautifully restored property in May 2025 as a group of 12 adults and could not be more thrilled with this choice. It was a short walk to the center of main street and a quiet location with a lovely garden and outdoor furniture to enjoy. The interior is spacious with plenty of room for us to spread out, and also come together for meals. While the dining area technically seats 8, the owner very kindly ordered extra folding chairs for us so we could seat our full group of 12 around the table very comfortably. We had every kitchen utensil, pot, and pan needed to prepare a full lobster and clambake, and the kitchen was big enough that everyone could easily pitch in to help prep or clean up. The linens were all high quality and each of the 5 bathrooms were PERFECT, even for clean-freaks and design-snobs. Great water-pressure, plenty of hot water, even for a large group. We all loved this beautiful home and each guest agreed we'd stay here again in a heartbeat.