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Sep & Oct Open! Ideal peaceful location-walk to beach & town. Yard & views.

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Welcome to the MaddshACK
Living room open to deck
Sunset on the back deck
Living room with Sonos speaker
Sunny family room sitting area open to dining and kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Jetties Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Children's Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk kids room

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Room

2 Single Beds

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom Lower

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Upper

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sep & Oct Open! Ideal peaceful location-walk to beach & town. Yard & views.

Convenient 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Cliff surfer chic family home in the very best location on the island. Close to everything! Located near the bike path (bikes included) and a half mile to Steps Beach, and less than a mile to town. Expansive back deck with sensational sunset views overlooking conservation land and the Westmoor Club.

Come experience the laid-back charm of the MaddshACK. A four-bedroom family home sleeps eight set in the Cliff area of Nantucket - a perfect vacation location! This area is great for children and is convenient to downtown and area beaches. Quiet and large private lot with a terrific yard.
Jeep Wrangler available as an add-on to rental!

FIRST FLOOR
Enter into two open, sunny main living areas. To one side is the family room area to host family and friends with adjoining kitchen. On the other side is a comfortable living area with a decorative fireplace, game table, and bar area. In between, is a perfectly placed laundry and half bath. Both sides open out to the fabulous back deck spanning the length of the home with stunning expansive views over west-facing protected conservation land where you can enjoy the sunsets nightly.
SECOND FLOOR
Two serene bedrooms. Primary with king bed and guest room with queen bed. Full bathroom with tub.
LOWER LEVEL
Two comfortable bedrooms. One with two twins with a door to outside. One bunk room with 2 sets of bunk beds and one twin bed (best suited for children). Full bathroom.
OUTSIDE
Outdoor shower
Giant yard space
Front yard fire pit
Beach cruiser bikes
Ping-pong table

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
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
No fires in the fireplace - DO NOT USE
Travelers must answer any questions owner may have about their party prior to booking.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number C0293221970

About the area

Nantucket

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Nantucket Town, a neighbourhood in Nantucket. Fire Hose Cart House and Hadwen House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jethro Coffin House and Greater Light Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Vestal St Observatory, or check out an event or a game at Nantucket Community Sailing. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Jetties Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Whaling Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Children's Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Surfside Beach - 11 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stubbys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Juice Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Rose & Crown - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Something Natural - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sep & Oct Open! Ideal peaceful location-walk to beach & town. Yard & views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sep & Oct Open! Ideal peaceful location-walk to beach & town. Yard & views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sep & Oct Open! Ideal peaceful location-walk to beach & town. Yard & views.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sep & Oct Open! Ideal peaceful location-walk to beach & town. Yard & views. located?

This family-friendly Nantucket holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Lily Pond Park and Jethro Coffin House. Vestal St Observatory and Loines Observatory are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Francis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

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

Wonderful Stay on Nantucket

Great house and excellent location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house for a girls trip! Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keva D.

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

Relaxing Nantucket Retreat

Better than the photos, this lovely retreat was perfect for our family. The large dining table and the two seating areas provided many great moments of family time. Close to town and the beach, we were able to walk to most everything we wanted.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Perfect location and an amazing stay!

Such a cute house located in a very central location. We loved riding the bikes around town! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary K.

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

Excellent stay at the MaddshACK

We had a great experience as a family staying at the MaddshACK and Kara was a very helpful host!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

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

Lovely Nantucket house

We enjoyed our first visit to Nantucket. The house did not disappoint. Great location, well stocked, clean, easy communication with the owner. Highly recommend this house for your Nantucket stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M., New Orleans, LA

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

Great family house in fantastic location

We made wonderful memories here - the house was great with small children and the large yard and deck were such a treat to enjoy the incredible views. Well stocked and comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Perfect location!

We loved our stay at MaddshACK! The location was great-walk or bike to Steps Beach, Sandbar or town. The expansive lawn and backyard views were beautiful. We will be bACK!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

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

Fine Earth

We came up to finish a project and the stay was wonderful and the house was as pictured.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

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

A perfect girls trip house

Great location, spotlessly clean, well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Kara sent all of the instructions ahead and was easy to reach when we had a question.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt N., Pittsburgh, PA

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

Nantucket Cottage

We had a fantastic time at this cottage. We had 5 guests but it sleeps 8-10+. Super easy loungy layout to the main floor for daily routines. Only 5 minutes to town, 10 minutes to Surfside Beach, 10 minutes to Millie’s. The house was super quiet for lazy afternoons and evenings. We hope we can come back sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry J.

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

Young family vacation

Best location on the island in my opinion. With a car, it's central to activities of all kinds whether beach/town/biking exploring the island etc. Beautiful views from back deck. Nice yard. Enough space to spread out for a family with young kids (we shared the house with friends and we both have kids 5 and under). Clean living spaces and well designed layout. We would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie H.

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

Perfect stay in a perfect location

Our long journey from Germany was definitely worth it. We were rewarded with a beautiful house on the dreamlike Nantucket. Everything was perfect and to feel good! The kitchen is super equipped and we had nice family dinners together. The ambience is stylish and tasteful and very comfortable. We were all very happy and recommended Maddshack to others like acquaintances. Thank you very much for all your help,dear Kara
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

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

Quintessential ACK Summer

This property has everything. The proximity to the best beach, the sunsets, the privacy and yet the neighborhood feel and proximity to town. Best for a family with teen children because the kids bedrooms are downstairs. There are two nice bedrooms upstairs but they share a small bath which makes it challenging sharing with friends or even family unless very close family. But absolutely beautiful comfortable relaxing stay here.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caely C.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti S.

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

Nantucket moms retreat

We had the Nantucket experience we hoped for—the house was perfect and had everything we needed. It was a great location by the bike path and walking distance to Steps Beach and town. We explored every part of the island. We loved the yard and deck and privacy to sit outside. It has a great set up, inside and out. We really enjoyed our stay and Kara was an excellent and responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

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

Great Stay in Perfect Location

We loved staying at Kara’s house! Perfect size, loved the outdoor fireplace, and large yard. Would stay anytime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

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

Ladies Weekend Away

We had a wonderful stay at the MaddshACK!! The house was in a very convenient location to town, and it was fun to walk to the beaches! We would absolutely stay again at this beautiful property. The host was super responsive and super kind!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

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

MaddShack

We found the home you be so peaceful. The location was excellent !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C., San Francisco, CA

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

Fantastic Nantucket Experience

Kara was very communicative and this property was just as advertised. Located a few minutes from downtown and easily accessible with the provided bikes. Would definitely recommend to any family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Nantucket Weekend

We had a wonderful weekend! The location was within walking distance to town and Jetties Beach. The main floor of the home and the upstairs bedrooms was spacious and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy and Hal G.

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

Perfect Nantucket Getaway

MaddshACK was tastefully decorated and exactly as listed. Kara was attentive and kind. Close enough to the city to walk/bike but far enough to enjoy the solace our family needed. We all loved being so close to Steps Beach and highly recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

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

Convenient home with a beautiful view!

My friends and I had a wonderful time visiting Kara's home. Kara was very quick to respond if we ever had questions and the home was impeccably clean and beautifully decorated. It is conveniently located to downtown, the beach, bike paths, etc. and the sunset view simply can't be beat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kaye M.

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

Wonderful home!

Kara was a very responsive and professional host. Her home was clean and very nicely appointed. We especially enjoyed making use of the two spacious sitting areas on the main floor with a nice breeze afforded by the sliding door to the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

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Hosted by Kara Maddux

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