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Off-season on Nantucket? Create magical memories!

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Welcome to the PoorHouse ca. 1804
The PoorHouse has a fenced yard and we welcome well-behaved pets!
Quaker simplicity in the entrance hall
The front hall welcome to a very traditional Nantucket home with updated comfort
The family gathers here to read or trade memories from the day.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Place, Nantucket Historical Association
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantucket Atheneum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantucket Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Off-season on Nantucket? Create magical memories!

Enjoy our great family vacation home - The ''PoorHouse''. For over 50 years the Poor family has enjoyed regular visits and family reunions on Nantucket. Message us for our special insider hints on how best to enjoy Nantucket, just as if you, too, have been coming for decades.

Our historic house is in a very quiet neighborhood in town, but just a short 10 minute walk to the bottom of Main Street and all the activity ''downtown'', and an easy bike ride on dedicated paths to beaches. There are four bedrooms and three baths, for up to eight guests. There is a large fenced-in yard - great for children and well behaved dogs, and conservation land right across the street. You'll find everything you need for a wonderful visit - linens, beach towels, washer/dryer, gas grill, cable, and super high speed wi-fi. The recently renovated kitchen is large and comfortably well-appointed. The house is heated for your comfort in chilly weather, with fireplaces downstairs for a warm welcome on a cold day, and equipped with window air conditioning in the summer season.

The PoorHouse is perfect for a long weekend or week or more to create perfect memories. If you are visiting Nantucket for one of the many festivals that take place during the shoulder season (including the Daffodil Weekend, the Film, Dance, Book, Wine and Fall Festivals, and Christmas Stroll), or are part of a wedding celebration or reunion, our house is a perfect base of operations. You will have easy access to all the activity, and yet be able to retreat to your quiet home for a much needed break.

With advanced notice, we can help you with special arrangements for airport and boat pick-up, golfing, sailing, tennis, a clambake, a fishing trip, catering for a special event...or almost anything you could imagine doing on Nantucket.

Note: Initial 25% deposit is non-refundable. 75% balance is due 30 days before first day of rental period. VRBO will hold $750 security deposit in escrow account. Security deposit is returned to renter within 14 days after lease period ends, provided house is in same condition existing upon renter's arrival.
Keywords: Quiet house in town

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Extra security deposit of $500
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on property
Booking will be canceled unless guest provides detailed information on party.
Booking will be canceled if guest does not respond to owner’s request for information, or does not maintain good, regular communication with owner.
Booking will be canceled if guest does not submit payments on the due dates.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number C0192671970

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Nantucket

Nantucket Town, a neighbourhood in Nantucket, is home to this holiday home. Historic Mitchell House and Hadwen House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantucket Ferry Terminal and Cisco Brewers. Travelling with kids? Consider Vestal St Observatory and Loines Observatory. 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

  • Nantucket Historical Association - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • First Congregational Church - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Whaling Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brotherhood of Thieves - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Off-season on Nantucket? Create magical memories! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Off-season on Nantucket? Create magical memories!?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Off-season on Nantucket? Create magical memories! on 13 October 2026 start from NZ$1,392, 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 Off-season on Nantucket? Create magical memories!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Off-season on Nantucket? Create magical memories!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Off-season on Nantucket? Create magical memories!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Off-season on Nantucket? Create magical memories! located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this family-friendly Nantucket holiday home is steps away from Historic Mitchell House and Vestal St Observatory. Fire Hose Cart House and Hadwen House are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Christmas Stroll Gals Trip

Wonderful with lots of charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Excellent

Great convenient location, super attentive service from the manager, and an awesome home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey B.

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

Amazing

The Poore house was perfect for our friends getaway to Nantucket. The host was great and the home was very clean. The history was also very cool. We loved being able to walk and bike to town from this location. We will definitely want to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Poorhouse Stay

We have been coming to Nantucket for over 20 years and this is one of the nicest homes we have rented. The location is walking distance to town and close to the bike paths leading to Cisco and Surfside. The enclosed yard is huge and the house is historic and beautiful, extremely well stocked and clean. Wish we could have stayed longer. Mary & George
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey D.

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

The Perfect Place to Stay in Nantucket

My family and I stayed here for five wonderful nights. It is an amazing location. Walkable to town, yet far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet. The house is absolutely beautiful. Everything is so nicely updated. The owners were there for anything I needed at any time. We could not have asked for a better place to stay during our vacation. The house is so clean and so well equipped. If we are ever in Nantucket again, we will definitely be looking to return to the same place!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne O.

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

Well-equipped home in convenient location

The Poor House is in a great location on a quiet street that is a short walk to the downtown shops and restaurants and an even shorter ride to the bike path that can take you to beaches. The bedrooms are all comfortable, and the kitchen well-equipped. There is a wonderful large kitchen table and lots of outdoor space in the backyard. The owners are super responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby M.

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

Delightful Nantucket Home

We absolutely loved our stay at the Poor House and already can’t wait to go back next year. The house is located a quick 15 minute walk from town, with access to many biking / running trails. Our favorite part of the house was the giant backyard. We also appreciated how well stocked it was (great cooking utensils, linens, beach gear, etc) - it’s clear that the Poors take real pride in the house! It feels more like a home than a vacation rental. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert N.

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

Unbelievably great

We throughly enjoyed our stay. Mean it. David was responsive, professional, accommodating and accurate in all ways. The house was fully appointed and in a perfect in town location. Fabulous country kitchen and excellent washer and dryer facilities. Wonderful back deck and outside yard. Strong WiFi connections. This was one of the rare experiences that exceeds expectations at all levels. If you like Nantucket, you can’t do better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

Fantastic Stay at Poor House!

Don’t hesitate- book this property! My family and I had a wonderful time here. Our Frenchie loved it too! The house is exactly as advertised. The yard is great and there is plenty of seating for eating or just relaxing outdoors! The inside of the house is very charming, and also with plenty of seating for the entire family. All the cookware you need is provided! (Waffle iron was a big hit) We found this to be an ideal location, close to town, but just outside the hustle and bustle. Most importantly, the owners are extremely responsive and very nice to deal with. Pat and David were prompt in answering any questions, and even left us the sweetest gift bag upon our arrival! I found the informational binder extremely helpful with everything we needed to know about the house (and where to find things) along with great info about things to do/places to go on the island (because of this we knew we could get bikes delivered right to the house- thank you!) Fantastic stay- we would definitely love to rent this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha F.

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

Incredible stay during Christmas Stroll Weekend!

Beautiful historic home and property! David & Pat could not have been nicer! How wonderful for us to arrive at the house to find a lovely 'Welcome Bag' with all kinds of yummy treats too. Thank you again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry R.

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

Easy "Stroll" Into Town

My family stayed and at the "PoorHouse" over Christmas Stroll weekend. First of all, the communication and organization of Pat and David, was by far, the best of any owner we have worked with in the past. Having owners who care about their guests makes a trip so much less stressful. Secondly, the home oozes with history yet has today's amenities (best of both worlds). It is a very short/pleasurable walk to town, has a big yard, is on a quiet street and is also close to out-of-town amenities/attractions. My family enjoyed our stay and would recommend the "PoorHouse" to anyone. Thanks Pat & David!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Perfect house and location

The house was in a perfect location for walking to town, or getting anywhere on island, was immaculately clean, and had every amenity we could have needed. We felt comfortable and at home. David and Pat were wonderful hosts. Quick to respond, helpful and accommodating. We can’t wait to come back and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha K.

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

Charming Nantucket home

We spent our anniversary weekend with two other couples also celebrating anniversaries at the Poor House. We were greeted with a lovely tote bag filled with maps of the island and points of interest, a bottle of wine, granola, chocolate covered cranberries, tea, and coffee! Such a thoughtful touch! The home is charming and old Nantucket right on the outskirts of the downtown area. We had everything we needed! Our only issue was the lock box to get into the house. That was a bit challenging to open, but once we got it opened we were all set! We all agreed that we would love to spend more time at the Poor house in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constance N.

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

Christmas in Nantucket

We had a wonderful stay in the Poor House, where everything had been prepared for our comfort and convenience. We had been worried it might be chilly, but no! It was warm and very cozy, everything we needed was to hand. We know Nantucket well, so perhaps that helped to navigate, but the weather was gorgeous, the location just right for getting around, walking downtown, even driving to squam and walking on the beach. It was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margo P.

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

Christmas Stroll in Nantucket

The property was just what we needed and as advertised. Great for a large group, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. We loved the large dining table and enjoyed our stay. Just a note, this home, like many on the island, was built several years ago, so that means thin walls, steep staircases, random steps and ramps in the flooring. So if you have any little ones joining you, just something to be aware of. We enjoyed the Christmas Stroll festivities, and would love to come back in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

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

Best friends celebrating our birthday

Five best friends celebrating our “ big” birthdays stayed at the wonderful property. The house is warm and welcoming as are hosts that allowed us to stay. The location was perfect. Near town and without the hustle and bustle! Loved the PoorHouse! Thank you, David and Pat!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe T.

Great house and great location!

We were there for stroll!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

A Nantucket Gem

This is a beautiful house very well located for an in-town location while still close to beaches and many island treasures. The house is a wonderful blend of rich Nantucket history and all the modern conveniences needed for a family on vacation. The owner is terrific and helpful. We would be delighted to return to the Poor house. Thanks so much for sharing it with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R Webber H.

Perfect for in town proximity and out of town peace/quiet

Great house with charm and plenty of room. Fantastic condition. Owners are highly responsive and very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jared W.

Fantastic Family Home on Nantucket!

We loved our stay at 17 Mill Street. The house has the perfect blend of historic charm and modern amenities. Our family of six had plenty of room, and the location is great. Bike paths to the beaches are just blocks away and downtown is a short walk down cobblestone streets. Plus there is a large backyard and a field across the street for kids to play. We would highly recommend this property for your visit to Nantucket.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

The house and location was great!

The house met all of our needs. We enjoyed gathering around the big table in the big kitchen and the outside deck every morning and evening. We were somewhat confused when we arrived that afternoon where everything was on the island, but by that evening we were finding things. A few of of our older family members requested that there be a rubber mat or rubber decals so it wouldn't be so slippery in the showers. Since we were at the island to learn about our Macy heritage, we took back home with us a lot of information and some wonderful memories. It was great we got to spend time together as a family in this wonderful Nantucket Island home. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Brittani Y.

Amazing Nantucket Rental

This property was perfect for our group MDW trip! The house was equipped with absolutely everything you could need, and the owners even left a great bottle of wine and welcome bag upon arrival. The house is much larger than it looks in pictures, and we had more than enough room to stay comfortably all weekend. The yard is perfect for spending time outside - we grilled on the deck and enjoyed eating outside. The owners were extremely easy to work with throughout the whole booking process, ensuring easy check in and answering all questions along the way. The location is great - walking distance to Stop & Shop and downtown. We will definitely stay here again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by David Poor

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The PoorHouse is a classic historic Nantucket house, built in 1804. Our family is only the fourth owner of the property! We love sharing our inside knowledge so that you can experience Nantucket as if you have been coming to the island for generations.

The house is simply furnished, but updated and very comfortable with a large, well equipped country kitchen (redone for 2021), luxury bedding, towel warmers and robes in every room, window unit A/C for the summer (whisper quiet MIdea and Windmill units - both NYTimes Wirecutter top picks), gas fireplaces for the off-season, a best in class LG - 48" OLED Smart webOS TV for gamers or binge watching, super fast WiFi, ping pong, foosball, and all the yard and board games you could want. We offer a wonderful in town location, only a 10 minute walk to the base of Main Street, but in a very quiet neighborhood with lots of yard space and light, and a deck and patio with teak furniture for lounging and meals. Across the street is a large conservation parcel, so you feel like you are in the country! Be sure to visit the spectacular Garden of the Sea and the plaque commemorating the neighborhood role in the abolitionist movement.

The PoorHouse has 4 bedrooms and three full bathrooms, plenty of room and private space for 3-4 couples, or a gathering of family or friends. You'll have a great base for a weekend, or a longer vacation.

We offer a range of additional services to enhance your stay at the PoorHouse: car pick up from the boat or airport; housekeeping; provisioning/catering; restaurant recommendations and reservations; and anything else to create the perfect vacation.

Why they chose this property

On Nantucket there is often a tradeoff between convenience and solitude and open space. What we love about 17 Mill Street is that it offers an in town location - only a 10 minute stroll to the bottom of Main Street - while at the same time we have a large back yard and are surrounded by open space and light....and a quiet neighborhood. There is a large conservation parcel and the beautiful "Garden of the Sea" featuring native plantings just across the street.

What makes this property unique

Often families face a challenge coordinating schedules while on vacation. Our house offers a great base of operations, and yet everyone can come and go easily at their own pace. Everything is within walking or biking distance. And yet you are in one of the quietest neighborhoods in town.

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