8/10 Good
David L.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
David L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Entire home
LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 10!
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10185.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 10!
We specialize in family vacation rentals and residential stays of 7 nights or more. We have many wonderful families who have come to Whales Watch for 1 to 4 weeks for decades for their annual Nantucket family vacation. We hope you choose to become part of the Whales Watch Family!
Many consider Whales Watch to have the best ocean views on Nantucket.
Since June 2022, we do not allow weddings or events. Whales Watch resides in a quiet residential neighborhood (please see below for details).*
Please message for pictures of new large heated swimming pool (20 feet by 40 feet) and three hot tubs! There are four fire pits & four outdoor showers as well. Brand new teak pool furniture with navy cushions on the pool deck.
This listing is for Whales Watch III:
Whales Watch I -- 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms; sleeps 20
Whales Watch II -- 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms; sleeps 12
Whales Watch III -- 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms; sleeps 10
All 3 houses are available to rent separately or together!
VIP RETURN GUESTS -- receive preferred rates and off-season VIP specials. Whales Watch is beautiful year round!
I am the owner of all three houses. They were built in the 1980s and I purchased them in 2016. I've since done some serious renovations and upgrades to all of them that I'm sure you will enjoy. New floors, bedding, linens, furniture, state-of-the-art appliances, etc. I can send updated photos and videos upon request.
I will be your direct contact for booking -- then once booked, I will connect you with my Caretaker, who can arrange groceries, bicycle rentals, reservations etc.! We will ensure you have a fantastic experience!
*Unfortunately, due to some wedding and event planners holding excessively loud unauthorized events at Whales Watch -- in June 2022, I agreed to a zoning change (deed restriction) for Whales Watch. Weddings and events are now 100% prohibited. We focus solely on residential family vacations. I want to make sure Whales Watch is preserved as a quiet relaxing oasis for my family and your family to vacation for many decades to come!
Many consider Whales Watch to have the best ocean views on Nantucket.
Since June 2022, we do not allow weddings or events. Whales Watch resides in a quiet residential neighborhood (please see below for details).*
Please message for pictures of new large heated swimming pool (20 feet by 40 feet) and three hot tubs! There are four fire pits & four outdoor showers as well. Brand new teak pool furniture with navy cushions on the pool deck.
This listing is for Whales Watch III:
Whales Watch I -- 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms; sleeps 20
Whales Watch II -- 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms; sleeps 12
Whales Watch III -- 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms; sleeps 10
All 3 houses are available to rent separately or together!
VIP RETURN GUESTS -- receive preferred rates and off-season VIP specials. Whales Watch is beautiful year round!
I am the owner of all three houses. They were built in the 1980s and I purchased them in 2016. I've since done some serious renovations and upgrades to all of them that I'm sure you will enjoy. New floors, bedding, linens, furniture, state-of-the-art appliances, etc. I can send updated photos and videos upon request.
I will be your direct contact for booking -- then once booked, I will connect you with my Caretaker, who can arrange groceries, bicycle rentals, reservations etc.! We will ensure you have a fantastic experience!
*Unfortunately, due to some wedding and event planners holding excessively loud unauthorized events at Whales Watch -- in June 2022, I agreed to a zoning change (deed restriction) for Whales Watch. Weddings and events are now 100% prohibited. We focus solely on residential family vacations. I want to make sure Whales Watch is preserved as a quiet relaxing oasis for my family and your family to vacation for many decades to come!
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
Events
No events allowed
Must be pre-approved by owner
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
No aggressive breeds. Please message details thx!
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
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
Note from host: Must be pre-approved by owner
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Nantucket
Located in Tom Nevers, a neighbourhood in Nantucket, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Nantucket Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum and Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Theatre Workshop of Nantucket and Vestal St Observatory. White Heron Theatre and Dreamland Film and Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
Nantucket, MA
What's nearby
- Tom Nevers Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Siasconet Beach - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
- Brant Point Light - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
- Surfside Beach - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
- Jetties Beach - 16 min drive - 14.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cumberland Farms - 11 min drive
- Cumberland Farms - 11 min drive
- Crosswinds Restaurant - 10 min drive
- Nantucket Inn - 10 min drive
- Island Kitchen - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
David S.
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super place
David S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen D.
29 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorable family trip in an incredible location!
Kathleen D.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Douglas H.
1 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location and property
Douglas H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sarah R.
1 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Sarah R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kelly F.
19 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular view
Kelly F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
rachelle g.
3 Aug 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Property gorgeous
rachelle g.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
David L.
20 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
David L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Douglas W.
11 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer 2020
Douglas W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Gretchen H.
5 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tom Nevers Beauty
Gretchen H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
About the host
Hosted by Michael Reed
I'm a Charleston SC-based real estate professional who has been going to Nantucket for over 30 years. I spend many months a year at Whales Watch -- so I'm truly sharing my home with you. It's a special place. I searched for decades to find a special Nantucket property of my own, and I purchased Whales Watch in 2016.
Why they chose this property
Very special direct oceanfront property. Best views on Nantucket. This house in particular has private balcony off master bedroom/bathroom and porch off kitchen, both with views of the ocean and Tom Nevers pond.
Most mornings you can see seals along the coast or up on the beach, and on rare occasion you can see whales out in the ocean (hence the name). The land is also teeming with wildlife - especially bunnies and deer - as Tom Nevers is tucked away from the busier areas of the island.
The best part of Whales Watch in my opinion is that half of the acreage is a private beach, which is yours to come and go as you please. Wake up, make coffee, and step down to the sand in your robe to say hello to the seals. Really special place!
Most mornings you can see seals along the coast or up on the beach, and on rare occasion you can see whales out in the ocean (hence the name). The land is also teeming with wildlife - especially bunnies and deer - as Tom Nevers is tucked away from the busier areas of the island.
The best part of Whales Watch in my opinion is that half of the acreage is a private beach, which is yours to come and go as you please. Wake up, make coffee, and step down to the sand in your robe to say hello to the seals. Really special place!
What makes this property unique
Direct access to owner whose family has been connected to Nantucket over 100 years. The street name was recently changed to "Reeds Way" to honor the Reed family's charitable work on Nantucket. Michael Reed will assist with any special requests during your stay!
Languages:
English
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