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HALFSHELL- Charming 1 bedroom Cottage in town

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Front of cottage, parking for one vehicle
Large private yard with covered outdoor dining area and lounge chairs
Private outdoor shower
Large private yard
Spacious entrance with storage

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Whaling Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Jetties Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs living area

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bath

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

HALFSHELL- Charming 1 bedroom Cottage in town

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 luxurious Serena & Lily 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!

Property manager

Sarah DeShaw

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

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
Property Registration Number C0143931970

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nantucket

Nantucket Town, a neighbourhood in Nantucket, is home to this cottage. Hadwen House and Historic Mitchell House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lily Pond Park and Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary. Vestal St Observatory and Loines Observatory are also worth visiting.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Nantucket Atheneum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Whaling Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Jetties Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Surfside Beach - 7 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juice Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Slip 14 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rose & Crown - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Back Yard BBQ - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is HALFSHELL- Charming 1 bedroom Cottage in town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HALFSHELL- Charming 1 bedroom Cottage in town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HALFSHELL- Charming 1 bedroom Cottage in town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HALFSHELL- Charming 1 bedroom Cottage in town located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of The Old Mill, "Colored" Cemetery and Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum. Hadwen House and Francis Street Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Short stay

Great location and outdoor space!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana S.

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

perfect near town sanctuary

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Perfect for our weekend getaway!

We loved staying at Half Shell! It was a convenient location and we were able to walk everywhere. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Perfectly Charming

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce T.

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

Half Shell is total delight

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulina B.

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

Incredible Stay

Fabulous home with all the comforts you would want on a little getaway. Would 1000% return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

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

Wonderful

Easy and wonderful hosts and a great place exactly as described.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

marie o.

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

Comfortable Stay

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent P.

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

Amazing

What a cute property. My wife and I loved staying there and will be back! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Perfect Spot For Quick Getaway

We completely enjoyed our two night stay at Halfshell. As advertised, a comfortable, convenient spot with easy access to walk in town. Sarah was easy to contact and helpful. We would choose this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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

Half Shell Nantucket is awesome

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!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Great stay!

We loved this cottage! It has everything you need to feel at home. It’s so charming and inviting. We traveled with our two year old son & he got to play outside while we grilled. Everything was so close by, whether we drove, biked or walked we made it very quickly. I would highly recommend for a small family or couple!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob H., Rye, NY 10580

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

Perfection

We loved the rental, Half Shell. The location was great, our host, Sarah was thoughtful and responsive. The property was well equipped, clean, and comfortable. The outdoor space was an added bonus. We would come back anytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

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

A great place to stay!

The Halfshell really is as good as the reviews say! A cozy place just 10ish minutes walk from town so it's easy to go back and forth as you please. It's set back off of the main road a bit too so it feels like you're in your own private oasis. The best part is the outdoor patio area; it's fully covered so we sat outside even when it rained. Clean and spacious, a great peaceful spot. Will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

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

Love the half shell

This was a pleasant surprise, the accommodations were beautiful, quaint, clean and surprisingly a ton of room. Close to downtown. We walked every night. Neutral access to all beaches. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally F.

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

We will be back...

Perfect spot for us. The Half Shell is a lovely cottage that is nicely decorated, comfortable for a couple or two and ideal for a getaway. It is has everything that you need for a weekend or a week. Sarah was extremely helpful. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

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

Hurricane Chasers

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

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

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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S., Wayne, PA

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

Great Cottage on Beautiful Street.

This cottage was first class! Loved the yard and private porch outside. The garage was huge allowing us to easily store our 3 surf rods. Outdoor shower was superior! Great communication with host, lovely, private location with easy walk to town. Great parking for our Jeep in the driveway. Sofa bed was not as comfy as I hoped but when are they. Sheets like silk, fancy towels, supplies for the beach and more. This place had it all. We loved our stay in your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great place

I was in town for a week for work. Having a kitchen and washer/dryer was a big help. Would stay again if the need arose.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pina H.

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

Wonderful, modern, and well located

Just a beautiful updated cottage located close to town! It was peaceful and well appointed. Conveniently located within a 15 minute walk to Main Street and across the street from wave nrta bus stop. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline V.

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

Loved halfsell

Highly recommend staying at half shell, it was perfect! A 10 minute walk to town, a private yard with a bbq and perfect space inside. The air conditioning was a game changer!! We had ample space in half shell and stayed for a week. Very clean!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth J.

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

Nestled in Nantucket

A lovely cottage whose charming decor gives you a taste of the island. All things were in working order and comfortable. The location is less than a mile from town and very close to paddle board rental where you can explore the seashell shore. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexa D.

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

Half shell was the full ACK experience

Loved Half Shell! It was a clean & bright home for our stay on Nantucket. Very close to town (walkable). Friendly and helpful hosts. Can't wait to reuturn!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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Hosted by Sarah DeShaw

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