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In-town Nantucket Cottage - Abuts Bird Sanctuary

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11 Vesper Lane
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Nantucket Atheneum
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Place, The Old Mill
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantucket Historical Association
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantucket Atheneum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Den

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

In-town Nantucket Cottage - Abuts Bird Sanctuary

Light and airy, charming Cape Cod cottage five minutes walk to Main Street. Lovely private yard with wonderful gardens of roses and hydrangeas and stone patio. Beautifully decorated in Shaker style, wide pine floors, and tiled bathrooms. Three bedrooms (2 upstairs and 1 downstairs) and study; two full bath rooms, upstairs and down. Central air conditioning. Fully equipped modern kitchen with range, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, disposal, range, microwave, coffee maker, blender, and washer/dryer. Patio furniture and grill, outdoor shower. Linens and beach towels provided. Off street parking for two cars. Free WiFi. Cable TV in all bedrooms, den, and living room. Property abuts conservation land and bird sanctuary. The cottage has all of the advantages of being in-Town, yet with the privacy, peace and quite of the country. Bike path across the street. Close to all beaches. Short walk to the bus stop at the end of the street. We look forward to having you as our guests!



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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
MA Registration ID: ROC-15608811-004 MA Certificate Number: C0022071970

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0022071970
Property # 111120
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Nantucket

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Nantucket Town, a neighbourhood in Nantucket. The Old Mill and Fire Hose Cart House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lily Pond Park and Sesachacha Heathlands Wildlife Sanctuary. Loines Observatory and Vestal St Observatory are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • The Old Mill - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Vestal St Observatory - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nantucket Historical Association - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fire Hose Cart House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Foggy Nantucket - Foggy's Puck Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Island Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Sea Grille - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is In-town Nantucket Cottage - Abuts Bird Sanctuary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at In-town Nantucket Cottage - Abuts Bird Sanctuary ?

As of 22 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at In-town Nantucket Cottage - Abuts Bird Sanctuary on 21 September 2026 start from NZ$1,734, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at In-town Nantucket Cottage - Abuts Bird Sanctuary ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at In-town Nantucket Cottage - Abuts Bird Sanctuary ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In-town Nantucket Cottage - Abuts Bird Sanctuary ?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is In-town Nantucket Cottage - Abuts Bird Sanctuary located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of The Old Mill and Nantucket Historical Association. Fire Hose Cart House and Hadwen House are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Great accommodations There was everything we needed for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Robert was extremely accommodating and easy to reach! Love the location being next to the bird sanctuary as it provides a quick and easy short cut to walk into town. The home is very comfortable and charming. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ira P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I think this was our 3rd year going back for memorial day weekend and we couldn't be happier. We will be back in 2027!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Plenty of room for a family to enjoy the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2025
Thank you
Verified

6/10 Okay

Meliena D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is somewhat in need of some TLC, which the pictures do not necessarily reflect. It has the feeling of a 40 year old house, where you do not have to look to closely at the finishings. This was reflected in the fact that the 2 of the three airco units only worked after intervention of the renter, or the bbq did not get hot enough to broil (we had to finish the steaks in the pan), or one of the four outside chairs was broken.(Same for the range, microwave, dishwasher: they work all fine but show their age)The yard definitely did not look like the pictures. It was in need of some yard work: trimming of the grass and bushes.The renter came on short notice to the property when we contacted him about the non working airconditioners. To his credit, he managed to get them working. He claimed to not know about the bbq and chair.Overall I would summarize our stay as pleasant with good weather, but the quality level of the cottage is not up to the sum asked for the stay. PRO: clean, ample towels, very spacious, comfortable sofas and bedsCONS: airco not working for us, bbq, garden,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Robert’s place. He was a very accommodating host and was easy to communicate with. The house was in a great location and allowed us to walk into town. Would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice walk to town. Abuts conservation land. Quiet. Great space for family to spend time together. Lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2025
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very peaceful!! Robert was absolutely accommodating to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2025
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LisaDawn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Fully equipped kitchen. Good size for 6 or less.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house with lots of charm, even though it is a little out-dated. Easy access to the free bus shuttle. Was a nice, quiet place next to the bird sanctuary and a cemetery. Nice outdoor patio area in the back. Really appreciated the flexibility to store our luggage/ check in a little early too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming, comfortable and commodious cottage. Nicely decorated. Well-equipped kitchen. Adjacent to a nature preserve with walking trails. It’s a long walk into town but Uber arrived almost instantly throughout the weekend. We highly recommend a stay at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2025
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ira P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nantucket house near bird sanctuary

Great place, easy to get to and the host is very easy to deal with. This was our second year renting this house and will be back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025
Thank you we will look forward to having you as our guests next year. Robert
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant property conveniently located to town and the airport.

We enjoyed our stay and the location with proximity to town was convenient for walking to or ubering in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vicki p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and house

We loved the location and the inside it was warm and inviting. Richard was very easy to work with
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2024
Thank you glad you enjoyed your stay. Robert
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good location

nice home, with a great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay for a wedding weekend!

The home was perfect to gather friends for a Nantucket wedding weekend. So convenient to town. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ira P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect for us.

Very happy with our stay, great property and very easy owner to deal with. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
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Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great accommodations!

We loved this house! Accurate representation on VRBO. We would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2021
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

Cute cottage for a long weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2024
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Solid place to stay

Great spot, about a 20 minute walk from downtown. Secluded, safe space. Comfortable, strong AC
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

15 minute walk to town, great location and quiet. Comfortable home with all the necessities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond what I expected!

The photos don’t do this place justice - so much space and place for a comfortable stay. My friends and I stayed for two nights and very much enjoyed our stay! Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
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Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mona L.

On a busy road but the back yard is idyllic! Love the interior, convenient to bike or quick UBERs

We loved it! Had everything we needed, and the owner was super nice and responded quickly to questions and gave us several restaurant recommendations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place middle island

Very nice home, under a mile from town center. Clean, relaxed, very nice place. Only drawback was next to hospital, so rare helicopter arriving.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
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About the host

Hosted by Dr. Robert Sarvis

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Retired professionals who love the island and have vacationed on Nantucket for more than 40 years and have retired to the island.

Why they chose this property

The cottage has all of the advantages of being in-town, yet you have the privacy and quite of the conservation area that surrounds the property. You can walk to downtown and all of Nantucket's great restaurants. The conservation area has wonderful hiking paths where you will see all of the native birds. Two cardinals have lived in our hydrangeas for many years. The privet enclosed backyard is private and safe for children with beautiful gardens full of hydrangeas and roses, and sheltered by an antique oak tree.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is centrally located within the Nantucket Historic District. The Old Mill and other historic sites are nearby. All beaches are easily walked or biked to. The bike path across the street connects with all of Nantucket's wonderful bike paths, making biking all over the island convenient and safe for children and adults alike. While there is off street parking for two cars, a car is not a necessity. Grocery shopping is a short walk. A bus stop is at the end of the street. Nantucket's seasonal bus transportation takes you to all areas of the island like Siasconst and Madaket.

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