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A Literary Oasis In The Heart Of Nantucket Town

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Experience the best of downtown Nantucket at The Second Story Loft. Relax in the Great Room surrounded by a wall of books, unwind with your favorite tunes on the Sonos sound system, and enjoy custom packages to make your stay unforgettable. With its gourmet kitchen and comfortable seating area, this modern gem is perfect for entertaining.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Literary Oasis In The Heart Of Nantucket Town

The Second Story Loft is a modern gem in downtown Nantucket. Located on the second floor of a completely renovated building which houses Nantucket Bookworks and ACKfresh juice bar on the first floor, the Second Story Loft features three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and has a striking Great Room with a wall of books, comfortable seating area, generous table, and gourmet kitchen perfect for entertaining.

The Second Story is a great spot from which to explore Town and the island. Cars are not necessary, as the loft is located in easy walking distance from the ferries, and shuttle buses and taxis are readily available. Ask us about corporate retreats or parties - we work with local caterers and can help plan your trip.

Wifi, Sonos sound system, custom packages, and more. We can't wait to welcome you to the Second Story Loft!

Note: there is no private parking for this unit. Nearby street parking without a time limit is located on nearby Westchester street.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Books: Do not take books from main room, but please help yourself to any of the paperbacks on the upper level!
Noise: Please be mindful of the bookstore downstairs. Thank you!

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0043471970

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Literary Oasis Heart Nantucket Town Apartment
Literary Oasis Heart Apartment
Literary Oasis Heart
A Literary Oasis In The Heart Of Nantucket Town Apartment
A Literary Oasis In The Heart Of Nantucket Town Nantucket

About the neighborhood

Located in Nantucket, this apartment is in the city center. Nantucket Ferry Terminal and Cisco Brewers are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Vestal St Observatory and Loines Observatory. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating, sailing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Whaling Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Children's Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jetties Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stubbys - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Island Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lemon Press - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Literary Oasis In The Heart Of Nantucket Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Literary Oasis In The Heart Of Nantucket Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is A Literary Oasis In The Heart Of Nantucket Town located?

Located in Nantucket Town, this apartment building is steps from Quaker Meeting House, Peter Foulger Museum, and Whaling Museum. White Heron Theatre and First Congregational Church are just steps away.

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Reviews

A Literary Oasis In The Heart Of Nantucket Town Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pure perfection

Location, decor, bedding, amenities, kitchen, cleanliness, charm and host-all exceeded expectations. Book this without any hesitation!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl’s Weekend

We loved our stay at this property. We appreciated how spacious the apartment was and all of the design elements were thoughtful and beautiful. The best part was the location - right in town. I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nantucket Sanctuary!

My girlfriends and I have been traveling to Nantucket for over 20 years, and this spot was picture perfect for a friends weekend getaway! Amazing location, beautiful grand room with books for days, and very clean and comfortable bedrooms. We would highly recommend and look forward to staying here again! Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Daffodil Festival Weekend!

Beautiful apartment and a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Library Loft

Our stay at the Library Loft was delightful. The space is sun filled and very pretty. Everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

We enjoyed our stay very much. The windows and light in the apartment were fabulous. The location was delightful — All the joys of Nantucket at our finger tips.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

timothy h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great central location right downtown. Beautiful accommodations, well appointed. Easy walk to all Harborside hot spots.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Trip

We had the most wonderful stay. The location was incredible. Our stay in The Loft was incredible. Can't wait to book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Walk from here

Love the location being so close to the ferry, the restaurants and shops, and the books! Fantastic space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephanie w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

Spent a long weekend with girlfriends celebrating 40th birthdays. Place was lovely and had all accommodations needed. Location was perfect! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

Perfect location and very comfortable accommodations. Couldn’t have been happier with our choice of the Second Story Loft for our time in Nantucket. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bookstore Loft Stay

Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

susan h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nantucket Magic

lovely time again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

marie n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Literary Oasis

We celebrated a friend’s 40th in Nantucket and this was a wonderful place for book lovers to come and unwind. It was a short walk into town and was located above Nantucket Bookworks. We can’t wait to come back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aizar K., South Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Nantucket!

Property was great and couldn’t be in a better location. Perfect for our family of 6. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PA Guest

Lovely apartment over a lovely bookstore. Close to all the fun in town venues, easy bike ride to Jetties Beach. Would go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

christian e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

location, location, location

incredible location, beautifully decorated and very roomy. You don't have to walk far to go anywhere. Professional kitchen and great room is set up for all guests to interact and be comfortable. One of the most unique places I have ever stayed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A literary oasis

Full of books! So fun! Wonderful location, well-furnished and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most AMAZING place

I cannot say enough about this rental. This is my 2nd stay and will not be my last. The location is perfect, the host is phenomenal, and the actual home is cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location!

Wonderful, eclectic apartment right in the middle of everything! Beautiful decor and comfortable beds. The only thing that was a little inconvenient was no bathroom upstairs and hard to bring suitcases up the spiral staircase. Otherwise it was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay in Nantucket Center!

This property was perfect for our family of 5 and the location was as steps to shopping and dining. Beds were comfy, apartment was clean and it all worked so well for us. There is definitely outside noise from the activity of the neighboring businesses but we loved that part of it. Highly recommend and hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Caryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

First timer visit

Property is beautiful, clean and centrally located. Towels were folded on shelf wet from cleaning crew but we used dryer. Beach chairs would have been a great addition to the amenities given beach is a primary activity.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Novel Stay

We had the pleasure of staying at the Loft during Stroll Weekend. With impeccable attention to every detail, the space is perfectly appointed from the comfy bedrooms to the amazing, lofty library, aka, the main living space. We loved the incredible vantage point of all the action on the street. Surrounded by the best restaurants and coffee shops (Born and Bred has a mind-blowing egg sandwich, Ethos is our favorite for cocktails) -- it was just an epic spot to call our own for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book store oasis in the heart of Nantucket

The time spent here could never be long enough! In the heart of town with everything at your fingertips. Shopping, restaurants, bike rental, ice cream, bars and coffee shops shops a hop and a skip away! I need I say how fun it was to stay above a bookstore and the shelves that lines the main living space were fully stocked with every author under the sun!! If we all could live like this everyday would truly be heaven on earth. Escape here if and when you can
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, clean, and comfortable property in the heart of it all

We loved our stay in the Second Story Loft! We appreciated the well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and excellent showers (with lovely soft towels). There was plenty of room for the 4 of us to spread out and relax. Easy walk to/from the ferry docks., Children’s Beach, restaurants, shops, and shuttle stops. Jetties Beach is a short bike ride away. Being in town you will hear sounds from restaurants and occasionally from municipal trucks (trash/recycling) but after so much social distancing in the past 2 years, I enjoyed hearing the conversation laughter. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022