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Loft in Nantucket
5 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

Cottage Suite

MaxineRating, 5 stars6 months ago
David was an amazing host!! He let us check in early since we had an early ferry ride. He communicated very well anytime we had a question. The location was perfect - a 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive to the town. We will definitely be back!!
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Home in Nantucket
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

South of Town Surf Shack. Best Deal on Island.

AlisonRating, 5 stars5 days ago
Our stay on Nantucket was fantastic! An easy walk into town and the house had everything we needed, including items for our child. Gaelen was very responsive and her recommendations and instructions were great. We can’t wait to come back!
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Cottage in Nantucket
5 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

Cisco Surf Shack

LisaRating, 5 stars8 months ago
We visited Nantucket for our annual girl's trip. We all thought the home was very cozy and comfortable. We cooked dinner in one night and found the kitchen to be well-equipped for making a meal. The bottle of wine and snacks upon arrival were appreciated. The beds were all comfortable. We enjoyed walking to the beach each morning and we rented bikes to ride on the paths all over the island.
Home in Nantucket
4.73 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Updated house .3 miles to beach peaceful

AllieRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Absolutely amazing day! It is the perfect location and size house for our group. It was beautiful, very clean and very updated. Would highly recommend staying here again and probably will in the future!! Beautiful house and Edith was great to work with:)
Apartment in Nantucket
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews

Easy Nantucket Downtown Apartment

PamelaRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
The cottage was exactly as described. It’s an easy mile walk to town, which we did several times a day. When we had any questions Nick was quick to respond and at one time came over when I had a question about the heat. They also gave us great restaurant recommendations. I felt confident that if we ever needed them they’d be there to lend a hand.
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Home in Nantucket
5 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

Humble beach home in Madequecham 🐋🐚

DonaldRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Absolutely incredible and relaxing stay. Waking up to hearing and seeing the water from our bedroom was a highlight of the trip. The house is very charming with everything you'd hope from a beach side property. Renting a car to get into town was a must, but this is well worth it for having a private beach house with a scenic walkable road. I'd absolutely recommend anyone who's looking for a relaxing stay to consider this property.
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Home in Nantucket
5 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Quiet Cul-de-Sac near Sconset

TammiRating, 5 stars1 week ago
The house is beautiful and it felt very comfortable, giving the essence of Nantucket. Great communication and instructions. Overall excellent experience and would highly recommend and will definitely be back!
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Home in Nantucket
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

1930s Nantucket Cottage

TedRating, 5 stars8 months ago
We enjoyed 2 weeks at this lovely cottage. The beach was an easy walk through the dunes, and at night we could hear the waves. The house is comfortable and very well equipped. We highly recommend this stay.

Your guide to South Shore

Welcome to South Shore

For a coastal New England vacation with a side of history, there’s no place like Massachusetts’ South Shore, where quaint towns dating back to before the Revolutionary War and beach-lined suburbs fill the space between Boston and Cape Cod. Settled by the Pilgrims more than 400 years ago, the area surrounding Route 3 brims with Colonial architecture, migrating whales (and the boats that watch for them), cranberry bogs, and picture-perfect stretches of rocky coastline where you can relax, breathe in the salty air, and gaze out over the water. Most of the South Shore towns boast convenient connections to Boston, invitingly cool Atlantic waters for escaping summer heat, and wind-wisped sand for shoreline strolls, but each has its own charms. The legendary and emblematic Plymouth Rock can be found in a state park in the town of Plymouth, Hull brings people in for its famous Nantasket Beach, and birders flock to Marshfield’s wildlife sanctuaries, Daniel Webster and North River.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in South Shore

Summer is peak season along the South Shore, when the coastal winds bring relief to the often stifling heat and humidity, and you can jump into the refreshing Atlantic for additional reprieve. But as summer fades, the mild temperatures of autumn and picturesque fall colors also make for a nice time to visit before the winters bring freezing temperatures and snow.

Summer also coincides with the South Shore’s festival season. With the region’s prominent place in America’s Colonial and Revolutionary history, there’s no shortage of big celebrations, especially around Independence Day, where it can seem like every town throws a party. There’s also Flag Day (June 14) in Quincy and Marshfield’s annual August fair, while later in the year, Plymouth honors its own role in history with Thanksgiving celebrations.


Top things to do in South Shore

Cranberry Bogs

Watch as harvesters wade through layers of bright red baubles as they rake cranberries from flooded fields. Farms around the region are open to visitors looking to catch a glimpse of the unique and colorful way that the holiday staple makes its way to tables around the country. Pick up fresh berries in season ― mid-October through the end of the year ― or pop by for frozen or canned products anytime.

Whale Watching

Book a tour on a whale-watching boat from Plymouth during whale season, from late spring to early fall, and relish the chance to spot majestic humpback whales as they frolic just off the coast.

Nantasket Beach

Considered by many to be the South Shore’s best beach, this sandy stretch of shoreline in the town of Hull clocks in at just over a mile long. On hot weekends, it can seem like the entire Commonwealth of Boston is here. Families in particular love it for its historic carousel, playground, and evening concerts. When the tide is out, the beach turns into a hotspot for tidepooling.

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