The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin

The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin

9.2/10 GUEST SCORE

Waterfront cottages offering a quintessential Nantucket experience.

BrandWhite Elephant Resorts
DestinationNantucket
RegionNorth America
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingMarina
Best ForFamilies, Pet Owners, Nautical Enthusiasts
PrivacyHigh (Private Entrances)
ServiceFull Concierge
ButlerNone
Private PoolNone

Perched along the bustling Nantucket Boat Basin, The Cottages offer a unique waterfront retreat that captures the essence of island living. Each of the 29 cottages and lofts is individually decorated, featuring nautical-inspired interiors, fully equipped kitchens, and private decks overlooking the m

Key Features

Dining

Signature Experience

Enjoying morning coffee on a private deck overlooking the marina.

For a unique stay in charming cottages with marina views, combining privacy with proximity to downtown attractions.

Signature Suite: Mariner's Cottage

Two bedrooms, spacious living area, fully equipped kitchen, private deck with marina views

Accolades

Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards 2023

Vibe: Coastal, Charming, Private

When to Visit Nantucket

Best time: July through September delivers Nantucket's finest luxury conditions, with warm Atlantic waters, the island's legendary social season at full animation, and the grey-shingle architecture at its most picturesque against summer blue skies.

Demand: Nantucket maintains North America's most exclusive island luxury market, with summer months seeing maximum demand from America's east coast wealth centers. The island's deliberately limited development creates consistent premium pricing year-round.

Pricing: Ultra-luxury Nantucket properties command rates among the highest of any American summer destination, with July and August seeing full occupancy and 7-night minimum stays at premier addresses. Shoulder months of June and September offer meaningful value with near-identical conditions.

Insider tip: Arrange a private charter to the uninhabited Tuckernuck Island for an exclusive beach picnic prepared by your hotel's chef - accessible only to guests with private boat connections, this neighboring island delivers Nantucket's extraordinary coastal character in complete privacy.

Avoid: Avoid the absolute peak weeks of July 4th and the Nantucket Film Festival when the island reaches maximum capacity and the exclusive character that defines its finest properties is somewhat compromised.

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