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LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 12!

LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 12!

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Exterior
Beach
Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Overview of LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 12!

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

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Nantucket, MA
  • Popular LocationTom Nevers Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSiasconet Beach10 min drive
  • AirportNantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)10 min drive
  • Popular LocationSurfside Beach15 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

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 12!

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!

Google "Whales Watch Nantucket" to see spectacular photos of the ocean views and property -- just click on the Google Images. 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 16
Whales Watch II -- 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms; sleeps 12
Whales Watch III -- 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms; sleeps 8 to 9.
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!

Property manager

Michael Reed

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 12!
Ocean view
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
10.0 out of 10, (6 reviews)
LUXURY OCEANFRONT ESTATE! Private beach & heated pool & hot tub. Sleeps 12!

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children welcome

Events

No events allowed
Must be pre-approved by owner

Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Must be pre-approved by owner
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Nantucket

This vacation home is located in Tom Nevers, a neighborhood in Nantucket, and 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 Vestal St Observatory and Loines Observatory. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Nantucket, MA

What's nearby

  • Tom Nevers Beach - 2 min walk
  • Siasconet Beach - 10 min drive
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive
  • Surfside Beach - 15 min drive
  • Jetties Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cru - 13 min drive
  • Slip 14 - 13 min drive
  • Bar Yoshi - 13 min drive
  • 45 Surfside Bakery and Cafe - 13 min drive
  • The Tavern - 13 min drive

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Great location, access to beach, pool, and hot tub
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Fantastic location and great that each house has its own private hot tub. Renovations of baths and kitchens were tastefully done. The shared pool was very nice, good size, and nice layout and lounge chairs for lots of guests. Having access to the beach right there and hearing ocean waves all the time was a great treat. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

rachelle g.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Property gorgeous
However the new kitchen and bathrooms did not make up for the ancient furniture, old, ripped and stained linens or appliances that weren’t fully working. It’s too bad because the property is so beautiful and if owner replaced literally everything inside the house that’s not nailed down we would go back.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Whale Watch lll was a great house. Beautiful spot, perfect week, helpful host. Just bring your own spices/condiments and lobster crackers.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location and property
almost perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Michael Reed

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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!

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!
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