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Location! Location! Classic Nantucket 6-Bedroom Home Steps From Town!

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Pleasant Times
Pleasant Times
Pleasant Times
Foyer
Family Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Place, Whaling Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantucket Ferry Terminal
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Jetties Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Location! Location! Classic Nantucket 6-Bedroom Home Steps From Town!

*****One-week Saturday–Saturday minimum rental required in peak season (Memorial Day through Labor Day)*****

Welcome to Pleasant Times, a 6-bedroom, beautifully preserved 1807 Nantucket home recognized by the Nantucket Historical Society. Steeped in history and classic New England charm, this home offers a unique blend of character and comfort—ideal for couples, families, or a group of friends, it comfortably accommodates 10–12 guests.

Inside, a series of inviting living spaces—living room, parlor, dining room, a newly renovated eat-in kitchen with pantry, and three gas fireplaces—create the perfect setting for gathering and relaxing. Thoughtful updates include ceiling fans and built-in speakers throughout, modern bathrooms, A/C, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day at the beach.

Upstairs, you’ll find flexible sleeping arrangements, including three king, one queen, and one full bedroom. The third floor features a cozy sitting area and a bedroom with one King and one twin bed—perfect for kids or additional guests.

Outdoors, enjoy one of the rare larger in-town fenced yards—ideal for grilling, lawn games, or simply relaxing in the Nantucket breeze.

Centrally located, Pleasant Times is just a short walk from the ferry and downtown Nantucket’s shops, restaurants, historic landmarks, and museums. Beaches and scenic trails are only a quick drive or bike ride away. Once the home of Captain Latham Gardner, this historic property offers a timeless retreat in one of the island’s most desirable locations.

First Level:
-Front Parlor w/ gas fireplace
-Back Parlor w/ gas fireplace
-Dining room
-Eat-in kitchen w/ gas fireplace
-Powder Room

Second Level:
-Three King bedrooms
-One Queen bedroom
-One Full bedroom
-Bath with shower
-Bath with tub/shower
-Back stairs to kitchen

Third Level:
-Bedroom with one King and one Twin bed

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Amenities

Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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 one pet total)
Pets allowed with approval. Pet fee applies.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cleaning and pet fee (if applicable) to be determined based on length of stay.

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
Property Registration Number C0456621970

About the area

Nantucket

Nantucket Town, a neighbourhood in Nantucket, is home to this holiday home. Hadwen House and Fire Hose Cart House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantucket Ferry Terminal and Cisco Brewers. Vestal St Observatory and Loines Observatory are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Whaling Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Children's Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jetties Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Surfside Beach - 8 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brotherhood of Thieves - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Handlebar Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Club Car - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Nantucket Tap Room - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Location! Location! Classic Nantucket 6-Bedroom Home Steps From Town! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Location! Location! Classic Nantucket 6-Bedroom Home Steps From Town!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Location! Location! Classic Nantucket 6-Bedroom Home Steps From Town!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Location! Location! Classic Nantucket 6-Bedroom Home Steps From Town! located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this holiday home is steps away from Hadwen House, Fire Hose Cart House and Historic Mitchell House. Nantucket Community Sailing and Coffin School are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

frank m.

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

Great stay

Loved the location, the house was bigger than expected and communication was great. Would definitely stay again
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sean K.

Great Times!

Great place, very short walk to town and had everything we needed. Clean and comfortable, updated bathrooms were very nice. Tons of history, old nantucket charm, we would absolutely recommend "pleasant Times" to friends/family. Looking forward to staying there next year !!

10/10 Excellent

Hadley S.

Perfect house for a weekend on Nantucket

We stayed at Pleasant Times for a September wedding weekend and absolutely loved it!! The house is clean and spacious with lots of living space and a great backyard, fully equipped with beach chairs & towels, coolers & ice, etc. The proximity to town makes it the perfect location to walk to the best restaurants and shops. Marti was the best hostess and wonderful to work with before, during and after our stay and we hope to go back soon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

Perfect for our large group

We had a fantastic time staying here! We loved the original character of the house, as well as the updated bathrooms. The house was perfect for our large group, everyone had a bed! Great outdoor space that we got to enjoy. The house is in a great location - easily walkable to downtown. The owner was great to work with and very accommodating. We would highly recommend this house!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Judy I.

Nantucket stay

We are so sorry that we cannot give you a review as we never made it to Nantucket due to Hurrican Jose. I am sure it would have been lovely and the owners seemed so nice! Maybe some time in the future we can experience Nantucket.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Excellent house for a group on Nantucket

We had an excellent time at this house. There was plenty of equipment to make awesome meals, and our host was very prompt and helpful with any questions we had over text. We used the beach towns, grill, bikes, cornhole set, and more. She gave us great instructions for what to do on the island and let us have a late checkout. We will hopefully be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marc N.

Amazing house and location!

We love this house and have been staying here for YEARS! 6 Pleasant is very well maintained and has all the immentities one could ask for! If you are going to the beach or shopping in town, this house has it all. The location is a 4 minute walk to town, restaurants and children's beach and a short drive to all the other beaches. My kids grew up in this house and we will never rent anything else on ACK. The owners are amazing and everything is always perfect!!

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Wonderful, grand historic home right in town

We stayed at Pleasant Times after reading the reviews and it could not have been more spot on. Wonderful, centrally- located, historic captain's home, next to town with all the amenities one could ask for (bikes, beach toys, coolers, even an ice machine!). We had 3 generations there for a mini family reunion and it could not have been better! The owners were responsive and detailed when we had a local question. They even recommended a few places to eat and activities that only the locals new about (Loines Observatory for example!). I look forward to returning to Pleasant Times next year! Everything that my family could have asked for and more!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Girls weekend- location, location, location!

Loved this house! It has old charm but updated bathrooms and kitchen. Easy walk from ferry and main street on quaint cobblestone streets which was so important since we didn't have a car. The visitor center was off main street from which we took a courtesy shuttle to Ciscoe brewery for a day trip. We also spent some time in the private, well manicured backyard cooking on the grill. The owners were super helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. I would definitely recommend "pleasant times" to family and friends! I hope to return soon!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

Weekend to Remember!

This is my second time staying at this location, and it was another perfect 10! Quick and easy walk downtown, plus short bike distance to the beach or even Cisco brewery. Even though we were close to all the action downtown, it was very quiet and relaxing. The addition of the outdoor table was great for eating dinner outside before the sun went down and the privacy of the enclosed backyard made it even better. There were even bikes available in the basement and yard games. As for the inside, the bathrooms are beautifully re-done, and each bedroom is spacious with Nantucket charm everywhere you look. Plus the owners were great about giving recommendations for food or activities and making sure we could reach them if we needed anything at all. We were all so sad to go, and look forward to our next trip here since we already all agreed we must come back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve Z.

Awesome home and location

I have stayed at this house a number of times now and absolutely love it. Situated just off of Main Street, the location is extremely convenient – it simultaneously provides the benefits of a very short walk into town as well as the quiet solitude you get from being nestled on a side street. Other destinations on the island such as the beaches, golf courses, brewery, and Bartlett’s farm are only a short bike ride or car ride away. Inside, the house itself is well-maintained, spacious, and can comfortably accommodate either large numbers or small. The three floors are perfect for relaxing, spending time with family/friends, or for privacy. I think one of the coolest aspects of the house is that it is able to maintain its historical appeal while also being well-equipped with modern amenities from kitchen to dining to bedroom to bath to meet every need. Outside, the house has a great backyard that is ideal for grilling or simply just relaxing on the lawn furniture. Maybe one of the more underrated features of the house worth mentioning is that it seems as if every detail related to enjoying a day at the beach has been thought of here. From the sheer quantity and high quality of beach supplies (coolers, chairs, umbrellas, games, toys) stored in the basement to the outdoor shower on the back patio, the house has everything you will need and more for a great day at the beach. Finally, it needs to be noted that the owners here are extremely helpful and accommodating to make sure you have everything you need. I would highly recommend this house to anyone looking to spend time on Nantucket.

10/10 Excellent

Megan m.

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

Amazing experience all around!

From the location/property itself to the hosts everything was great! Could not have been more pleased from start to finish and would love to stay at this property again ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great house

Great old Nantucket house
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

Classic Nantucket Home - Comfortable & Charming!

One of the few remaining historic homes in town that has been lovingly updated and maintained while retaining the original gorgeous architecture and unique elements of classic Nantucket homes. I love the layout of the house, with plenty of room for everyone to have their own space and also share together in the common spaces. The large yard is perfect for outdoor dining and kids playing on the lawn, and the best part is the location is a quick walk to the heart of Town. It’s especially great for multigenerational vacations, if your family has grandchildren and grandparents. The top floor is perfect for kids - a nautical hangout space with separate beds and nautical decor. Thank you for renting your lovely home for us to enjoy!

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

Classic Nantucket Home is Comfortable & Charming!

One of the few remaining historic homes in town that has been lovingly updated and maintained while retaining the original gorgeous architecture and unique elements of classic Nantucket homes. I love the layout of the house, with plenty of room for everyone to have their own space and also share together in the common spaces. The large yard is perfect for outdoor dining and kids playing on the lawn, and the best part is the location is a quick walk to the heart of Town. It’s eapecially great for multigenerational vacations, if your family has grandchildren and grandparents. The top floor is perfect for kids - a nautical hangout space with separate beds and peekaboo views of the harbor. Thank you for renting your lovely home for us to enjoy!

10/10 Excellent

Gerard Q.

Best island location, great owners, house has tons of island charm and space

Owners are great, very responsive, very accommodating, helpful...more so than I could have imagined or hoped for. 8 of us went over for the stroll, great weather till the last day. 6 of us were getting off by boat, later in the day 2 had early evening plane reservations. I asked for a later check out and since they had no one coming they said sure. When ACK cancelled all flights that Sunday, the 2 on the plane were stuck. I felt bad asking if the two of them could stay another night, but the owners were so gracious, let them stay over at no additional cost. Having lived on the island, I can say that for vacationing, the house location is perfect. Easy walking distance to everything in town, but far enough away and in a very quiet section. On top of that, take a left out of the driveway and it’s a straight two minute drive to the mid island hub used by all locals (All stores, the rotary to get you anywhere, gas starion, etc) The house itself has all the charms you’d expect from a nearly 200 year old island home. Old wood floors and quirky doors, but lots of space to either spread out or get together. 8 adults never felt cramped one bit. Easily could have been quite a few more. And we never even ventured up to the third floor. Although we didn’t use it (being December) the back yard is surprisingly large and private for the In town location. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Osmar H.

Great house, great location

This quaint, charming and spacious home has everything for a perfect Nantucket vacation. We had another great week at Pleasant Times, walking around the corner, down Main Street to find a new favorite restaurant, taking a bike ride to the Brant Point Lighthouse and the Children's Beach or just staying in on a rainy day. Whether you are looking for the perfect rental for your young family, or having a "grown up" reunion with friends, this home offers everything that is great about Nantucket. The owners are also very kind and accommodative, which is a major plus. FIVE STARS!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Littell W.

A great week was had by all!

This was our third stay at Pleasant Times and the best yet. We love the house and the location is absolutely ideal. We get up early each day and walk down the cobblestone street to the wharf and look at the beautiful boats. The house has several bikes, an industrial ice maker, coolers, beach games, wonderful Tommy Bahama beach chairs and umbrella’s. There were enough chairs for our party of 11 and several to spare. The backyard was a favorite hang out for our crew. I love to cook out and they have a top of the line gas grill that made me very happy. Most importantly, we consider Marti our good friend as she’s been wonderful to us over the years.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Great place to stay on Nantucket

The Pleasant Times is a terrific place to stay on Nantucket. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor space that hold a good amount of people and you can't beat the location (right next to the cobblestones that lead downtown). The owner was very helpful and responsive both before and during our visit. She let us check in first thing in the morning and even was willing to let us stay until the last boat out on Sunday. Very generous and a delight to work with. I hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tyler O.

2nd Times A Charm

This is our second time staying at Pleasant Times and once again it was perfect. Everything about the location will keep us coming back. Marti was very active in making sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bradford G.

WOW, just wow, couldn't have been better!

Everything about our stay this past weekend was amazing! Marti and Mark were fantastic, have to give a special shout-out to Marti. I couldn't think of a better person to work with and rent from - THANK YOU times a million! On top of that, the house was fantastic, it was roomie yet cozy. The backyard was awesome (extra points for outdoor shower) and it was a super simple walk to/from downtown. Suffice to say, we will most definitely be renting from Marti and Mark again. Absolute no-brainer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Wonderful family week away

We had an amazing week staying in Pleasant Times! There were six of us that stayed for Labor Day week. The house was clean, comfy and had so many amenities, but the best was location, location location! We were able to walk to so many places but also have a great quiet home to walk back to. The kitchen had everything that you could possibly need, It felt like being home. We loved every minute of our family vacation on our favorite island. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your home. Heather and Family
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Incredible charm, close to town, fantastic hosts

We wanted a big, beautiful and charming house within 5 minutes walk to downtown Nantucket - and we found it at Pleasant Times! We hosted a family reunion with 11 people (8 adults, 3 kids) and everyone was smitten with the history of this spacious captain's house and the historic street where it is situated. No one wanted to leave as everyone slept comfortably and the Nantucket whaler motif permeated throughout the house. We felt like we went back in time reading books, playing cards and exploring the local sights. The owners Mark and Marti went above and beyond providing local knowledge to beaches that the non-locals would not have known about. When we had a question - they were quick to respond which was an added bonus. The extra amenities provided were perfect for all of us. Beach toys, umbrellas, chairs and multiple bikes with trailer for pulling kids. Their BBQ setup/outdoor space was spectacular as was their lawn to host an outdoor gathering. Mark and Marti even made sure we knew about the ice fridge in the basement - a great help in the June heat. I would recommend this house to anyone who wants location, spacious, history, charm, and fantastic hosts. I look forward to returning.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christa P.

Quaint, charming, historic home.

"Best house we've ever rented" said my husband. Our family shared this amazing home with our good friends for 4 days. 9 of us in all including 4 teenagers and a 10 year old. The house is incredibly spacious with room after room of charming period pieces. The house is full of supplies, from kitchen items to towels to bikes and beach supplies. Great location. Super easy walk to town and a great starting point for bike rides to either end of the island (if you're feeling energetic). The owners were great to work with and made the rental process super easy. They truly wanted to ensure that we had a great stay in their home on the island that they love.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Perfect location and setting for a Nantucket adventure

I cannot recommend staying at Pleasant Times enough! Marti & Mark Marache (Owners) and their caretaker, Herb, were incredibly responsive and helpful whether by phone call, text message or in-person stopover. For instance, there had been some initial confusion with the home away-vrbo online booking system (turns out I had 2 accounts that the system was mixing up) and the Maraches were patient and helpful in figuring it out (much more so than the home away help desk). Whether you want to grill pizzas, while friends and family lounge comfortably in the backyard, listen to music throughout the house with the Sonos system, or head out for a bike ride or to the beach, this house has it all. The backyard is the perfect combination of shade and sun (and there's a fantastic outdoor shower). The basement is amazingly stocked with bikes, beach chairs, coolers, beach umbrellas, boogie boards and even corn hole (aka "bags")! The house is delightfully charming and oh so New England - Nantucket. You can't imagine being anywhere else than where you are. Book it and enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

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