Nantucket is a popular holiday destination during the summer months. This is the time of the year when the weather is perfect for biking, boating and laying out in the summer. But it is very crowded, there is congested traffic, and room rates are at their highest. Winter time is quite cold, but room rates are at their lowest and there are several pleasant holiday festivals. However most establishments close during January and February. The best times to visit Nantucket are during the spring months of March and April, and during the fall months of September and October. The crowds and traffic are gone; temperatures are cooler, and prices for many things are reasonable. CDC information for travelers. Hours/availability may have changed.
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More Ideas: White Elephant Village
White Elephant Village is located within walking distance of the bustling town of Nantucket, Massachusetts. White Elephant Village is made up of a 20-room inn plus one, two and three bedroom residences, giving it the feeling of a small community within itself. The grounds consist of lush gardens and beautiful pathways around the property.
White Elephant Village Rooms & Suites
White Elephant Village is a charming, naturally beautiful setting with a choice of deluxe rooms, luxury suites, or even vacation residences. The Inn at White Elephant Village is home to the deluxe rooms and luxury suites, whereas the residences are separate and are very much like a home away from home. The rooms can come with two twin beds all the way up to king size beds with a loft, fireplace, or balcony.
If guests choose a residence, there are one, two, and three bedroom options available, and they come with amenities such as a toaster, microwave, full kitchen, DVD players, Xbox gaming system, washer and dryer, and a pantry stocked with coffee maker, dishes, and utensils, plus much more.
Restaurants and Room Service
White Elephant Village does not have an on-site restaurant but only steps away, guests can enjoy Brant Point Grill at the sister hotel location. Guests of White Elephant Village receive a 15% discount at BPG.
Room service is available from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Each room comes with a room service menu for guests to make selections. If guests wish to dine and watch a movie, they can request delivery of a DVD with their meal. Bars and Lounges
Guests can enjoy a fine glass of wine from one of over 1400 selections on the wine list at Topper’s at The Wauwinet or even a tasty cocktail at The Brant Point Grill at White Elephant. Nantucket Prime also serves wines and cocktails for guests to enjoy at Jared Coffin House. However, if guests would like further selection, there are a few Nantucket bars or lounges to consider.
The Grey Lady is a casual bar serving local seafood if guests are looking for a flavor of the local cuisine. It is located on Nantucket Island and about a 15-minute drive from The Wauwinet. If guests would like a bar with a little excitement and music, Muse is a good choice.
It is a laid back bar with live bands and a dance floor where you can dance the night away. It is located a short drive away from the resorts. Meursault is only a short distance away and is an elegant wine and cheese bar—perfect for a romantic after dinner drink. It has an old-world charm, with stone detailing and a candlelight ambience.
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Vacation Activities
There is no spa on-site at White Elephant Village, but spa services are available only steps away at the sister hotel The White Elephant.
Guests can enjoy a special golf package for the local Miacomet Golf Course on Nantucket Island. Miacomet is the island’s only public 18 hole golf course. It is located one mile from the ocean and only three miles from town. It is a link style course and has multiple tees, meaning it caters to golfers of all skill level, from beginners to veterans. Alternatively, Sankaty Head Golf Club, a private club, offers the public an opportunity to play a round or two in the off-season from October to May for a fee. It opened in 1923 and is a world-class course ranked in the top 100 of all courses in America. It is located on the edge of the island to the east in Siasconet.
White Elephant Village has families in mind with their wonderful kid-friendly amenities such as the ice cream cart located poolside and their boogie boards and beach toys. There are also board games and kid’s movies complete with popcorn for evening entertainment or video games in-room such as Xbox or Wii. If guests are traveling with an infant, the resort provides cribs, baby wipes, diapers, and lotions. This resort is located just across the street from a children’s beach, making it a convenient choice for those wanting a beach vacation.
Weddings & Conferences
For an unforgettable venue space, White Elephant Village is home to a brand new ballroom. The Ballroom, Reception and Boardroom spaces are great places to host a wedding, a conference, or your next milestone event. Each room is designed with flexibility in mind, accommodating any number of guests from 6 to 250.
The Pre-Arrival Concierge service means guests are contacted prior to arrival to arrange transportation, make any reservations necessary for restaurants or spas, book tours or excursions guests wish to take, and receive assistance with overall planning of a wonderful, enjoyable vacation. This is a complimentary service to all guests.
Other complimentary services include morning coffee and pastries, afternoon port and cheese, fruit skewers and snacks by the pool, and so much more. Guests can use the bicycles for exploring or even take a courtesy car into town.
19 N Water St, Nantucket, MA 02584, Phone: 508-228-1500
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More Ideas: Jared Coffin House
Jared Coffin House is a stately brick mansion built in 1845 that consists of a variety of rooms. It is located right in the town of Nantucket, Massachusetts for easy access to many amenities including shops, museums, and galleries.
It is a year round hotel perfect for anyone needing a place to stay even in winter months. It is one of New England’s oldest standing hotels and boasts three stories of historic charm.
Jared Coffin House features classic rooms done in 19th century New England style but with 21st century comforts like Wi-Fi, HD flat-screen televisions, and air conditioning.
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There are larger rooms available to accommodate families and give them more space. Rooms are located in both the Main House mansion and the Daniel Webster house.
The Main House is closed between October 30th and April 8th, and all guests are booked in the Daniel Webster house. Each room has its own bathroom and relaxed, coastal style décor to add to the ambience of staying in a former whaling town.
At Jared Coffin House, guests can indulge in upscale island steakhouse dining at Nantucket Prime. They serve up wet and dry aged steaks, local seafood, and produce and even feature a raw bar. Guests can reserve a spot at the six-person Chef’s Table for an exciting dining experience and a seven-course meal.
There are many wines and fine cocktails on offer to accompany your meal. The attire is casual, but no bathing suit attire is permitted. It is recommended to make reservations during the summer months.
Nantucket Prime serves wines and cocktails for guests to enjoy at Jared Coffin House. However, if guests would like further selection, there are a few Nantucket bars or lounges to consider. The Grey Lady is a casual bar located on Nantucket Island that serves local seafood, which is ideal if guests are looking for a flavor of the local cuisine. If guests would like a bar with a little excitement and music, Muse is a good choice. It is a laid back bar with live bands and a dance floor where you can dance the night away. It is located a short drive away from the resorts. Meursault is only a short distance away and is an elegant wine and cheese bar—perfect for a romantic after dinner drink. It has an old-world charm with stone detailing and a candlelight ambience.
All guests at Jared Coffin House have access to the spa at sister hotel, The White Elephant.
Guests can enjoy a special golf package for the local Miacomet Golf Course on Nantucket Island. Miacomet is the island’s only public 18 hole golf course. It is located one mile from the ocean and only three miles to town. It is a link style course and has multiple tees, which caters to golfers of all skill level, from beginner to veterans.
Alternatively, Sankaty Head Golf Club, which is a private club, offers the public an opportunity to play a round or two in the off-season from October to May for a fee. It opened in 1923 and is a world-class course, ranked in the top 100 of all courses in America. It is located on the edge of the island to the east in Siasconet.
Children staying at Jared Coffin House will receive a Nantucket Kids’ Adventure Guide and a kids coloring book briefcase, and they can participate in a scavenger hunt with prizes.
In the Nantucket Prime restaurant during Sunday brunch, there is a kid’s corner complete with kid-friendly favorites as well as an ice cream cart. The restaurant also provides kids with sippy cups for all of their meals should they need one.
Guests can enjoy some of the complimentary services at Jared Coffin House, such as beach umbrellas and chairs and Wi-Fi access throughout the property. Additionally, guests can use the courtesy cars to explore the area. In the morning, coffee and pastries are served to all guests. They also offer afternoon snacks.
29 Broad St, Nantucket, MA 02554, Phone: 508-228-2400
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More Ideas: 76 Main on Nantucket
Located in a charming neighborhood in the heart of Nantucket, 76 Main is a beautiful boutique hotel set on the main street in the town with easy access to all that the little seaside village has to offer. The award-winning hotel is intimately sized and design-driven with luxurious accommodations, outstanding cuisine and wine, high-tech amenities and exceptional service.
Just a short stroll from the quaint harbor, 76 Main is ideally placed for exploring all that Nantucket has to offer from beautiful beaches and world-class restaurants to cranberry harvesting, scalloping, and vodka making.
This charming Nantucket hotel offers newly renovated and stylishly decorated guest rooms that boast a relaxed and comfortable ambiance. All guest rooms feature a hand-curated blend of contemporary decor, bold fabrics, eclectic accents and sophisticated amenities, including Apple TV, iPad 3, iPod docking stations, and complimentary wireless Internet.
Standard guest rooms are airy and bright with private entrances from secluded courtyards. The rooms feature queen or king-size beds with customized headboards and luxurious linens, as well as comfortable sofas that can be converted into queen-size sleepers for extra guests. En-suite bathrooms offer shower-over-bath combinations, Waffle Kimono robes, and deluxe bath amenities, and back patios have fire tables for bonfires under the stars. Other room amenities include 32" TVs with Apple TV, iPod docking stations, iPads loaded with local information, mini-fridges, Keurig coffeemakers, individual climate control and complimentary wireless Internet.
The newly renovated Deluxe King Rooms are both located on the first floor of the hotel and are spacious and airy with writing desks and living spaces with comfy wingback chairs. These rooms feature king-size beds with customized headboards and luxurious linens and en-suite bathrooms with shower-over-bath combinations, Waffle Kimono robes, and deluxe bath amenities. Other room amenities include 32? TVs with Apple TV, iPod docking stations, iPads loaded with local information, mini-fridges, Keurig coffeemakers, individual climate control and complimentary wireless Internet.
The Vineyard Vines Suite is a unique guesthouse suite that offers a real beach house feel with nautically-inspired decor in cool tones. The suite features a plush king bed that can be converted into to twin beds if required and a comfy sleeper sofa that can be made into a queen-size sleeper for extra guests.
A small private bathroom offers a shower-over-bath combination, Waffle Kimono robes, and deluxe bath amenities, while a spacious living area features a funky hanging chair and individual climate control with heating and cooling functions. Other suite amenities include a 32? TV with Apple TV, iPod docking station, an iPad loaded with local information, mini-fridge, Keurig coffee maker, and complimentary wireless Internet. The Vineyard Vines Suite is accessed from the courtyard through a private entrance.
Guests are treated to a complimentary gourmet breakfast in the mornings, featuring hot and cold choices, fresh fruit and freshly squeezed juices, as well as home baked treats and beverages in the afternoons. An onsite cafe serves freshly brewed coffee, cappuccino, and fresh baked goods.
Deluxe amenities and guest services at 76 Main range from beautifully landscaped courtyards in which to relax to state-of-the-art in-room technologies such as iPads, iPod docking stations, and Apple TV. An outdoor courtyard features fire pits and a cocktail mixer bar for a sultry evening under the stars, and guests are treated to a complimentary gourmet breakfast in the mornings, as well as afternoon treats and drinks.
A spectacular private courtyard offers a tranquil place to escape and relax with a unique cocktail mixer bar where guests can mix their own cocktails. The courtyard also has a fire pit area with comfortable seating for bonfire evenings beneath the stars.
Beach bags and chairs are available for guests to use during their stay, and there are guest hospitality centers with refrigerators throughout the hotel. The hotel also offers24-hour front desk services and personalized concierge services, as well as complimentary daily housekeeping services, and an onsite cafe serves freshly brewed coffee, cappuccino, and fresh baked goods.
The little island of Nantucket offers a variety of activities and adventures to enjoy from beachcombing and sea swimming to shopping, visiting museums and galleries and dining out. Enjoy a languid champagne brunch at Topper's Deck and soak up the beautiful views over Nantucket Bay before taking a walk on the wild side and exploring the island on foot. Rent a jeep and take a scenic drive out to Great Point for spectacular views or grab a paddle and hit the water to kayak around the island.
Discover the history of the island and its role in the whaling industry with visits to the Whaling Museum and the Shipwreck Museum or enjoy live music at the Chicken Box, which is the best venue for live music on the island. Pack a picnic and head to the Point where you shouldn't miss a visit to the Brant Point Lighthouse, or rent a bicycle and wander around on the island on two wheels, tasting local food, beer and wine along the way.
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76 Main St, Nantucket, Massachusetts 02554, Phone: 800-626-8825
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