If you’re lucky enough to be on Nantucket, you’re lucky enough...
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COMPASS is on Nantucket. The appreciation of this magical island and the beauty of a life well-lived is why COMPASS is the perfect addition for marketing and selling a world-class lifestyle with our platform of world-class technology.
The Nantucket Advisory Group is on island to help you with all of your real-estate needs. Looking to RENT? Looking to SELL? Looking to PURCHASE? COMPASS is professional and discreet with the ability to provide ‘real time’ data and analytics for your major asset.
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SHELLY TRETTER LYNCH has over twenty-five years of luxury real estate sales including waterfront estates, properties of historical significance, new construction and renovation/restoration of properties. She is a Luxury Marketing professional and was a vice-chair of the LMC of CT. Considered one of the top real estate professionals in the United States by Real Trends/ Wall Street Journal, with almost $2 Billion of transaction volume. Shelly is a Founding Member of the Greenwich, CT Compass office and a Founding Partner of The Nantucket Advisory Group @ Compass in Nantucket, where she brings her global real estate marketing & expertise in both markets.
MARYBETH GILMARTIN BAUGHER A Massachusetts native, Island resident and long time homeowner on Nantucket. Marybeth brings deep connections to the community and a sophisticated understanding of the market. With an outstanding business acumen, she is intimately familiar with the geography and relative merits of each area on Island. Formerly, she was a founder of one of the most reputable financial executive search and consulting firms where reading the needs of her clients set her apart. Marybeth brings a unique energy, warmth and tenacity to helping her clients search for, or sell their home. Her prior real estate experience started with 1st Winthrop Boston, now circling back as founder of the Nantucket Advisory Group at Compass.
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson CT&MA
marybeth.gilmartin@compass.com
M 917.561.5995 or 508-257-0888
Shelly Tretter Lynch
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson CT&MA
shelly.tretterlynch@compass.com
M 203.550.8508
Our mission is to be elite real estate advisors dedicated to helping athletes and artists fi their place in this world.
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30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit.
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The 51st Opera House Cup Regatta will take place on Sunday August 20th, 2023
Nantucket Island was discovered by Bartholomew Gosnold in 1602, at which time the Indian population was about 1,500. The island was purchased by Thomas Mahew in 1641, but was not settled until 1659 when Thomas Mayhew sold his interest to a group of investors: Tristram Coffin, Peter
Coffin, Thomas Macy, Christopher Hussey, Richard Swain, Thomas Barnard, Stephen Greenleaf, John Swain and William Pike. These men are considered the founding fathers of Nantucket, and many islanders are related to these families.
The island suffered great economic hardships, worsened by the “Great Fire” of July 13, 1846, that, fueled by whale oil and lumber, devastated the main town, burning some 40 acres The fire left hundreds homeless and poverty-stricken, and many people left the island. By 1850, whaling was in decline.
As a result of this depopulation, the island was left under-developed and isolated until the mid-20th century. The isolation kept many of the pre-Civil War buildings intact and, by the 1950s, enterprising developers like Walter Beinecke began buying up large sections of the island and restoring them to create an upmarket destination for wealthy people. While he might be remembered as a developer, he was a preservationist at the core. Beinecke eventually sold his properties to the First Winthrop Corporation of Boston.
Maria Mitchell was the first American woman astronomer and born in Nantucket in 1818. The Maria Mitchell House is now a museum.
Nantucket Cottage Hospital is named because when it was started in 1911, it was housed in three cottages on West Chester Street.
Brant Point Lighthouse was built in 1746, Great Point in 1769, and Sankaty Head in 1850.
The Inquirer and Mirror, began as “The Inquirer” in June 1821 at the height of the island’s prominence in the global whaling industry. “The Mirror” acquired it in 1865, hence the name.
Nantucket encompasses a total of 47.8 square miles. 50% of the island is protected by The Nantucket Conservation Foundation and The Sconset Trust.
The Nantucket Atheneum, incorporated in 1834, and was opened as a free library in 1900.
The Nantucket Railroad line was built in 1881. The line closed in 1917. The track and rolling stock were sent to France as part of the Allied forces of the First World War.
The SS Andrea Doria wrecked offshore in 1956 and is documented at the Nantucket Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum along with other historic information and exhibits about lighthouses and storms.
Nantucket’s summer population is about five times greater than its year-round population.
Herman Melville was inspired to write Moby Dick after visiting Nantucket on the Essex in the 1840s and speaking with his first mate Owen Chase.
1918 was the first year that cars were allowed on the island after an historic car ban was repealed. Now, the car ferries sell out nine months in advance!
Let us help you plan your time on the island by sharing our list of favorites. Most places offer online ordering for pick up or delivery. Restaurants require reservations and the popular ones book far in advance. Send the teenagers to Stubby’s and book yourselves a romantic table at The Galley or take the whole family to Millie’s and enjoy an early meal while watching the sun set over the Atlantic ocean. The Madaket Mystery is a must!
45 Surfside Bakery & Cafe
45 Surfside Road
Blackeyed Susans
10 India Street
Born & Bred
35 Centre Street
Downyflake Restaurant
18 Sparks Avenue
Espresso to Go
1 Toombs Court
Handlebar
15 Washington Street
The Hub
31 Main Street
Nantucket Bake Shop
17 Old South Road
PPX Patisserie
7 South Water Street
Roastd
159 Orange Street
Slow to Rise
14 Amelia Drive
Stoke Ack
48 Centre Street
Wicked Island Bakery
‘7 Bayberry Court
Claudettes
‘Sconset Rotary
Corner Table Cafe
22 Federal Street
Fresh
5 Salem Street
The Green
18 Sparks Avenue
Henry’s Jr Sandwich Shop
129 Orange Street
Provisions
3 Harbor Square
Something Natural 50 Cliff Road
American Seasons
80 Center Street
Brant Point Grill
50 Easton Street
Boarding House
12 Federal Street
Breeze
77 Easton Street
Cru
1 Straight Wharf
Chanticleer
9 New St. ‘Sconset
Club Car
1 Main Street
Ethos
18 Broad Street
Galley
54 Jefferson Avenue
Gaslight
3 North Union Street
Le Languedoc
24 Broad Street
Lobster Trap
23 Washington Street
Lola 41
15 South Beach Street
The Nautilus
12 Cambridge Street
Oran Mor
2 South Beach Street
The Pearl 12 Federal Street
Proprietors
9 India Street
Sconset Cafe
8 Main St. ‘Sconset
Sea Grille
45 Sparks Ave
Ships Inn
13 Fair Street
Sister Ship
29 Center Street
Summer House
17 Ocean Ave. ‘Sconset
Straight Wharf
6 Harbor Square
Toppers
120 Wauwinet Road
Town
4 East Chestnut Street
Ventuno’s
21 Federal Street
Via Mare 17 Broad Street
B-ACK Yard BBQ
20 Straight Wharf
The Beet
9 South Water Street
Brotherhood of Thieves
23 Broad Street
Charlie Noble
15 S. Water Street
Fusaro’s
17 Old South Road
Island Kitchen
1 Chins Way
Lemon Press
41 Main Street
Millies
326 Madaket Road
Or, The Whale
38 Main Street
Pi Pizza
11 West Creek Road
Queequeg’s
6 Oak Street
Sandbar at The Jetties
4 Bathing Beach Road
Slip 41
14 Old South Wharf
Sophie Tee’s
7 Dave Street
Sushi by Yoshi
21 Old South Wharf
The Tavern at Harbor Square
4 Harbor Square
Stubby’s
8 Steamboat Wharf
LIVE MUSIC
Chicken Box
16 Dave Street
Cisco Brewery
54 Jefferson Avenue, closes @ 7pm
Faregrounds
27 Fairgrounds Rd
Gaslight
3 N. Union Street
The Muse
44 Surfside Road
Rose and Crown
23 South Water Street
Jack & Charlie’s Ice Cream
10 Straight Wharf
Juice Bar
12 Broad Street
Soda Fountain, ACK Pharmacy
45 Main Street
Surfside Beach Shack
160 Surfside Rd
Yummy
63 Surfside Road
Bartletts Farm
33 Bartlett’s Farm Road
The Green Market
4 India Street
Moors End Farm
Polpis Road
Nantucket Meat and Fish
21 Old South Road
Pip and Anchor
14 Amelia Drive
Sconset Market
‘Sconset Center
Stop and Shop
31 Sparks’ Ave or 9 Salem Street
167 Raw
167 Hummock Pond Road
Gliddens
115 Pleasant Street
Nantucket Seafoods
56 Old South Road
Sayle’s Seafood
99 Washington Street Extension
Souza’s Seafood
23 Trotters Lane
Map Legend
Bike Path
Lighthouse
Lifeguarded Beach
Roads Accessed by Car Rotary
Tuckernuck
Eel Point
Childrens
Lifeguard, no surf, great for small children, playground
Francis Street
No lifeguard, on harbor, kayak rental
Jetties
Lifeguard, no waves, watersports rentals available, tennis courts
Steps
Lifeguard, no surf, great for kids
Dionis
Lifeguard, shallow, family beach
Madaket
30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit.
Lifeguard, with great surf
Cisco
Lifeguarded, with great surf and food trucks
Ladies No Lifeguard, with great surf, near Bartlett’s farm.
Miacomet
Lifeguard, with great surf
Surfside
30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit.
Lifeguard, with great surf
Nobadeer Lifeguard, with great surf, crowded young people beach
There is so much to do on Nantucket! When the weather is good, there is a beach for everyone. There are also several reputable children’s summer camps. Just make sure you reserve far in advance, as they fill up fast. On a rainy or foggy day, head to the many museums and galleries. Also, the Nantucket Film Festival in June is a must, as are the several theatrical performances throughout the Summer months.
Madequecham
No Lifeguard, with great surf
Pocomo
30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. 30 miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit.
No lifeguard, on harbor, great for observing or learning kitesurfing, good for small children.
Quidnet
No Lifeguard, no surf, great for kids. Option of beach or pond.
Sconset
Lifeguard, not good for swimming, no sandbar, playground
Great Point
No Lifeguard, requires a permit & 4W drive vehicle.
ACKventure Day & Sports Camp
22 Different camps including baseball and fishing.
Artists Association
Year round visual art classes for all ages.
Boys & Girls Club Camp
Grades 2-8, affordable.
Maria Mitchell
Ages 5-16, science and exploring.
Murray Camp
ages 4-14, various activities.
Nantucket Community Sailing
Ages 4 or up, Optis to 420s.
NISDA
Ages 3 and up, all forms of visual ART in a vintage Wauwinet barn.
Strong Wings Camp
Ages 5-15, outdoor adventure.
ACK Surf School
Cisco Beach
Miacomet Golf Course
Full 18 hole public course.
Nantucket Ice
Yearround indoor ice rink.
Nantucket Tennis
At Jetty’s Beach.
Nantucket Platform Tennis Association
Paddle Tennis and Pickleball courts.
Next Level Watersports
Nantucket Kiteboarding School
At Pocomo Beach.
Siasconset Casino Association
Public hours available.
Siasconset Golf Course
Eight hole public course.
Sankaty Head Golf Course
Public hours in the off season.
Altar Rock and the Moors
Consult the Nantucket Conservation Foundation website for Trail Guides and Maps. There are many places to walk (with or without your dog) on the island.
Brant Point Lighthouse
Beautiful but often crowded.
Churches
There are 10 churches to visit.
Great Point Lighthouse
Only accessible by 4 wheel drive.
Old Mill
Thought to be the oldest operating Windmill in the US.
Sankaty Head Lighthouse
Consider visiting by bicycle.
Greater Light
Originally a 1790 livestock barn, was transformed in 1929 into a summer oasis for two Quaker sisters from Philadelphia.
Lightship Basket Museum
Learn how basket weaving kept men occupied for months at sea.
Nantucket Atheneum Island Library and Community Center with educational programs.
Nantucket Historical Association
Nantucket Whaling Museum
Check the NHA website for current exhibitions, lectures and activities at the 1800 House.
Maria Mitchell Natural Science Museum /Vestal Street & Loines Observatories
For the scientists in your family.
Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
Discover Nantucket’s maritime heritage and heros.
There are several good fishing charters on Nantucket. Consider:
Albacore Charters
Bill Fisher
Captain Tom’s Charters
Monomoy Charters
If the high seas don’t appeal, consider a tour by van or bus with:
Gail’s Tours
Nantucket Island Tours
Most island galleries have openings on the first or second Friday evening of July and August. Some of our favorites include:
Coe & Co Photography
Hostetler Gallery
Michael Guillard Photography
Nantucket Artists Association
Old Spouter Gallery
Petty Folk Art & Carving
Quidley & Company
Samuel Owen Gallery
Dreamland Film and Cultural center
Newly renovated movie theater and performing Arts Center. Home of NFF.
Nantucket Musical Arts Society
Summer concerts at the First Congregational Church.
On the Isle
Once a summer production in ‘Sconset with local talent of all ages.
Theatre Workshop of Nantucket
Where Broadway meets ACK.
White Heron Theatre Company
Truly transformative theater in a newly renovated facility.
The Rainbow sailboat parade preceeds the Opera House Cup race and is a long standing Nantucket tradition.
The kids are at camp, the houseguests are on the ferry, isn’t it time for some self care? Perhaps a yoga or pilates class and then a mani/pedi, blowdry followed by some shopping? Here are some of our favorite fitness classes, clubs, beauticians and hairstylists on island, as well as our favorite shops. Its better to shop on a beautiful day when everyone else is at the beach!
FITNESS
1111 Nantucket
Yoga Studio at 3 West Creek Road
Ezia Athletic Club
117 Orange Street
Dharma Yoga
Upstairs at Bartlett’s Farm
Jasmine Cruz Fitness
Personal trainer
Lorna Dollery Boxing & Fitness
Personal trainer 3 Old South Road
The Nantucket Club
The Nantucket Hotel , 77 Easton Street
Nantucket Cycling & Fitness
25 Youngs Way
Nantucket Health Club
10 Youngs Way
Supta Yogaoga
9 Amelia Drive
Studio Nantucket
23 Federal Street
SALONS
Darya Afshari Salon & Spa
7 South Beach Street
Emma Ross Hair & Beauty
19 North Beach Street
RJ Miller
6 Amelia Drive
Margie Malone
Beauty Bar, 3 Hanabea Lane
On-Glaze Nail Salon
8 West Creek Road
Romania Hunter
Hand in Home ACK
120% Lino
28 Centre Street
Blue Beetle
12 Main Street
Current Vintage
4 Easy Street
Erica Wilson
25 Main Street
Eye of the Needle
14 Federal Street
Force Five Water Sports
6 N. Union Street
Gypsy
20 Federal Street
Ro & Beau
4 Federal Street
Haulover
7 Salem Street
Hepburn
3 Salem Street
Hill House
33 Main St
Island Cashmere
32 Centre Street
J. McLauglin
1 Salem Street
Kidding Around
2 Broad Street
Ladybird Lingerie
7 Centre Street
The Lovely
11 Washington Street
Lily Pulitzer
5 South Water Street
Milly & Grace
2 Washington Street
Monelle
32 Centre Street
Murray’s Toggery
62 Main Street
Nalu
14 Cambridge Street
Pinwheels
32 Center
Patina
23 Centre Street
Remy
2 Old South Wharf
Salt
4 South Water Street
Serenella
9B Beach Street
Skinny Dip
23 Old South Wharf
Vis-A-Vis
34 Main Street
Veronica Beard
11 S. Water Street
HOME STORES
Atlantic
16 Federal Street
Bodega
2 Candle Street
Centre Pointe
28 Centre Street
Christophers
8 Washington Street
Coast
Amelia Drive
Coastal
7 South Beach Street
Freedmans
14 North Centre Street
Marine Home Centre
134 Orange Street
Nantucket Looms
51 Main Street
Nomad
17 Centre Street
Weatherly Design
1 Federal Street
JEWELRY STORES
Diamond Door
33 Main Street
Jewel in the Sea
6 Straight Wharf
Pageo
46 Main Street
Susan Lister Locke
28 Easy Street
Vanderbilt
18 Federal Street
The Vault
33 Centre Street
Water Jewels
14 Centre Street
30 Miles out to sea, our little island isn’t always easy to get to. The more you know, the better you will be prepared for your visit. Weather is the determining factor, as the island sits 30 miles offshore and can be prone to fog, high winds and Nor’easters. If you have the time, arriving by ferry can be the most beautiful to experience and the most dependable way to get here.
FERRIES: Nantucket Steamship Authority 508-477-8600 from Hyannis, MA (Takes cars by reservation) Hyline Cruises 800-492-
8082 from Hyannis, MA (Passengers only) Seastreak 800-BOAT-RIDE from New Bedford, MA (Passengers only)
COMMERCIAL AIRLINES: Cape Air 800-CAPEAIR flies from New Bedford, Hyannis, Martha’s Vineyard and Westchester, NY. American Airlines flies from Washington, New York and Charlotte, NC. Delta 800-221-1212 flies from New York. Jetblue flies from Boston, Washington, JFK and White Plains, NY. Southern Airways 800329-0485 flies from Providence, Norwood, MA, and New Haven, CT. Tradewinds 800-376-7922
flies from White Plains, NY and Teterborough, NJ United 800-864-8331 flies from Washington DC.
The Nantucket Advisory Group is representing several rental properties across the island. Contact us today at 508-257-0888 about booking any rental from, or adding your home to, our exclusive well curated luxury and cottage collections. What do you love about vacationing on Nantucket? Anywhere on island, we can help you begin a family summer tradition by finding your favorite vacation setting.
Daffodil Festival
April 27-30th Antique car parade & picnic.
ACK Wine and Food Festival
A world class epicurean celebration May 17-21st
Nantucket Book Festival
June 15-18th, Author presentations, local authors tent, pig roast and authors breakfast.
Nantucket Film Festival
June 21-26th, founded in 1996, focuses on screenwriting and takes place all over the island.
Nantucket Garden Festival
July 11-13th Celebrates gardening through workshops and tours of private gardens.
Nantucket Comedy Festival
July 13-15th, Laugh your ACK off!
Nantucket by Design Week
August 2-5th, NHA’s celebration of the Island’s unique influence on American design.
Nantucket Antiques Show
August 4-7th, Boys and Girls Club.
Bostons Pops Concert
August 12th, A unique outdoor concert at Jetty’s beach ending in beautiful fireworks.
Nantucket Race Week
Sailing races and events culminate in the renowned Opera House Cup race on August 20th.
Nantucket Project
October 5-8, 2023, Celebrating 10 years of gathering, connection and conversation.
Cranberry Festival
October 6-9, 2023, Nantucket Conservation Foundation hosts a festival at the Milestone Cranberry Bog.
Festival of Wreaths & Trees
Throughout Thanksgiving week.
Turkey Plunge
November 23rd, Freezin’ for a Reason!
Children’s Beach 10am
Christmas Stroll
December 2-3rd, Stores offer wine, shopping and merriment, including costumed carolers.