Historic house close to Main Street, off street parking and dog friendly
Welcome to Moonrakers, a thoughtfully renovated whaling captain's house in the heart of Nantucket’s historic district. Built in 1806 by carpenter Lot Hinckley, this 4BR/4 full bathroom and one powder room home, radiates island style and 19th century New England charm. Authentic architectural details, classic yet comfortable decor, in-town convenience, and easy off-street parking for three cars are easy reasons to love Moonrakers. The house can accommodate up to 8 people, 3 kings, one queen and one cot in case of overflow/extra child.
Moonrakers’ recently revamped gourmet kitchen features updated amenities including Viking appliances, stainless cookware, Carrera marble countertops and whimsical Thibaut and Mind the Gap wallpaper. Enjoy an island adventure during the shoulder seasons with 6 working fireplaces or central A/C. Classic mahogany furnishings with indigo blue and white decor throughout. The house is 2500+ square feet and has 9 rooms. The first floor consists of a living and dining room both with fireplaces; kitchen, laundry room, a separate library, and powder room. Both the front parlor and the library have televisions.
The second floor has a common den area and 3 bedrooms, each with a king bed and bathroom (The master has both tub and shower, other two only showers). The recently renovated third floor has a queen bed and its own bathroom (shower) and window's walk access with outstanding views of the harbor. Not for the faint of heart considering how high the roof is. Marvelous for sunset cocktails or morning coffee. Please note the third room is only accessed through the master bedroom so keep this in mind when considering the layout for guests and privacy.
For the cocktails and plein air dining Moonrakers' peaceful garden terrace is perfect for lounging with plenty of shade or sunlight, a table for 8 and comfortable teak seating amid mature garden beds. A very useabe outdoor shower tucked away behind laundry room.
Moonraker's location is pretty ideal~ a four-minute walk to Main Street for visiting independent boutiques, restaurants, art galleries, movie theatre, library, whaling museum, boat basin, grocery & liquor stores. Best of all, Moonrakers offers 3 off-street parking spaces so you can enjoy the beach by day and hit the town for dinner without the parking hassle!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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Smoking is not permitted
Please be considrate of our neighborhood. We would hate to upset our neighbors. Please check out Moonrakersnantucket.com for our history or questions.
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Please clear any events with us before, thank you
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0075451970
About the area
Nantucket
Nantucket Town, a neighbourhood in Nantucket, is home to this holiday home. Pacific National Bank and Coffin School are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lily Pond Park and Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary. Theatre Workshop of Nantucket and Dreamland Film and Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, waterskiing and windsurfing adventures can be found near the property.
Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Cumberland Farms - 8 min walk
Straight Wharf - 7 min walk
The Club Car - 5 min walk
Lemon Press - 6 min walk
The Rose and Crown - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic house close to Main Street, off street parking and dog friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic house close to Main Street, off street parking and dog friendly?
As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic house close to Main Street, off street parking and dog friendly on 15 Apr 2026 start from AU$2,690, 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 Historic house close to Main Street, off street parking and dog friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic house close to Main Street, off street parking and dog friendly?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic house close to Main Street, off street parking and dog friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic house close to Main Street, off street parking and dog friendly located?
Located in Nantucket Town, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, The Artists' Association of Nantucket and Unitarian Universalist Meeting House Nantucket. Maria Mitchell Aquarium and Francis Street Beach are also within 5 minutes.
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We had such a wonderful time staying at Moonrakers. Octavia was so responsive and communicative prior to our stay and throughout. The house is gorgeous, clean, and perfectly located. Most of our group worked during the week, and there were so many rooms for them to work. My husband and i took a vacation all week and the home was the perfect home base as we explored Nantucket. We would stay here again in a heartbeat
Tavi and Corky are extremely thoughtful and gracious hosts. Communication was very easy. We loved the house, it’s decor and furnishings, and the amenities. We spent lots of time in the well equipped eat in kitchen and adjacent patio (with very comfortable sitting area and outdoor dining area) and (fenced in) grassy side yard. We also spent some time way up on the widow’s walk that overlooks the harbor and docks. A fun view day or night!
You will find simple things like extra linens, towels and beach chairs provided.
The location is fabulous with a short but beautiful walk to Main Street you can visit the shops, restaurants, boat basin and beyond without having to get into the car (for which there is ample parking for 3).
We highly recommend this property and hope to return!
Amanda M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
About the host
Hosted by Octavia and Corky Jones
Please visit our website for extended information: moonrakersnantucket.com
Why they chose this property
Moonrakers is a newly renovated historic home very close to town~ less than a five minute walk from Main Street. We welcome good dogs and have three street parking spots, a rare bonus in town. Enoying drinks on the roof walk overlooking the harbor after the beach is a lovely way to end the day. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready for any chef's creations.
What makes this property unique
Plenty of off street parking is an invaluable benefit when staying in town. Being within walking distant to all of town as well as the water is fabulous. The Creeks harbor and beach is overlooked by most tourists and is a hidden gem. Also, we allow for good dogs!