The Veranda House

At our Nantucket boutique hotel you can indulge in the serenity of sweeping shoreline views without sacrificing the convenience of charming Nantucket town. Just steps from pristine beaches, gourmet Nantucket restaurants and the quaint shops of beautiful Nantucket Island, our retro-chic New England hotel is the perfect starting point for your Massachusetts getaway.

Our three wraparound verandas offer spectacular vistas of Nantucket Harbor and our terraced gardens mingle fresh salt air with blossomed breezes. Our tailored common spaces blend the flair of the fifties with the amenities of now. After a cozy night in one of our charming rooms or suites, start your day with a gourmet breakfast. At The Veranda House hotel, exceptional service and casual luxury awaits. Your relaxation is our priority.

We've earned our reputation as one of the finest Nantucket bed and breakfasts by our focus on our amenities. We notice the little things when we travel, and we delight in providing them for you. All Veranda House hotel guests will enjoy our outstanding service -- friendly, genuine, and professional. We take care of the details so you can simply relax.

Wake to a complimentary Epicure-Style Breakfast -- served daily in our Nantucket hotel's cheery downstairs breakfast room, or outside on the back patio on warm summer days. Savor a delicious selection of fresh seasonal fruit, artisan cheeses, fresh-baked pastries and breads, bagels, organic yogurt, homemade granola, juices, coffee and a variety of teas.

Hotel Amenities

Harbor Views ~ High-Speed Wireless Internet ~ Complimentary Epicure's Breakfast
Lavish Beds, Linens, and Towels ~ Bath Products ~ Concierge Services
Business Services ~ Turn-Down Service ~ Beach Concierge Program

Whether you would like a reservation at the hippest of Nantucket restaurants, directions to the island's magnificent brewery, or simply a shoeshine, our Nantucket hotel staff is happy to oblige.

No request too big...or too small

A day at the beach? We will guide you to the perfect spot for a day of sun on one of the Island's most prized white sand beaches. Perhaps a fishing charter, reservations at the island's finest day spa, or maybe just a beach towel? Large or small, your wishes inspire our dedication to service. Our superbly trained Nantucket staff will happily attend to your every need.

"...drift off to sleep to the twinkle of lights over Nantucket Harbor." ~ Bon Appetit

"A younger generation of trendsetters is breathing new life into Nantucket... The 20 rooms at the ginger-bread trimmed Veranda House are furnished with Frette linens and Simon Pearce lamps." ~ Travel and Leisure

"It's amazing what a "simple" generational change of ownership can do. The three-story structure, commanding an enviable position with some sweeping harbor views, preserves the best of the past and marries it with modern services." ~ Yankee Magazine

"Everyone is talking about the renovation and opening of this classic guesthouse. The younger generation has taken over and given the inn a stylish face-lift. The inn is located in a quiet neighborhood, a short walk from the center of town." ~ Frommer's

"The old Overlook can still be seen in the classic exterior of the building, but inside there's a world of difference. Gone is the Victorian decor, and in its place is a stripped-down, pared back look that's more the look of a W Hotel than an inn on old Nantucket." ~ Nantucket Today

"In town, the place to be and see is the top porch on the newly renovated Veranda House,
a view that can never be impaired and hardly be believed. The view. The view is astounding." ~ Nantucket Magazine

Our Nantucket hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Old Nantucket Town.
Walk out the door and explore the Island on foot or by bicycle.

Beaches ~ Bicycling ~ Golf ~ Historical Tours
Fishing, Sailing, Watersports, & Whale Watching
Nature Hikes ~ Restaurants ~ Seasonal Events ~ Shopping
Tastings ~ Tennis ~ Walks

The Veranda House would love to be included on your list of suggested accommodations
for your Nantucket wedding. We are within walking distance to nearly all churches on Island.

From New York City (270 Miles)
I-95 to Providence, I-195 to Wareham, Route 25 to the Bourne Bridge (follow signs for the Cape and Islands), Route 6 to Exit 6: Route 132 into Hyannis. Follow the signs to ferry docks or airport. Approximately 5 hours depending on traffic.

From Boston (80 Miles)
Follow Route 3 (Southeast Expressway) to Route 6 over the Sagamore Bridge, to Route 132 into Hyannis. Follow the signs to ferry docks or airport. Approximately 1 1/2 hours depending on traffic.

In 1881, Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Chapman moved to Nantucket. Tired of the ceaseless farm work along the rocky shore of the Long Island Sound, the couple sold their farm and invested part of the proceeds in Gayer's property. The couple intended to spend their retirement in relative seclusion, but the festive community of Nantucket Island soon changed their plans.

Shortly after the Chapmans arrived, news of a grand reunion of Nantucket's historic Coffin family began to spread. One of the original purchasers of the island in 1659, the Coffins were well known for their kindness and progressive thinking. During periods of extreme racial tension, they treated Native Americans and European settlers with equal respect and later fought for the abolition of slavery.

How to feed and lodge the hundreds, or possibly thousands, of visitors for the reunion was a problem for the small town. A house-to-house solicitation was made, and every room that could be made available was appropriated. Even the quiet farmers Chapman were persuaded and to their surprise, they found it a pleasure to entertain.

Guests, too, loved their stay with the Chapmans. Their desire to return to the spacious, beautiful home the following summer inspired the Chapmans to build a viewing platform on the harbor side of the property. The summer of 1882 marked the return of old friends and the acquisition of many new ones.

Their new life of hospitality and friendship was an exciting alternative to the idleness Mr. and Mrs. Chapman had originally planned. They purchased more property to accommodate the needs of their visitors. The open platform, so loved as a perch for admiring the island, was duplicated, then triplicated to provide multiple breathtaking vantage points of the harbor. Soon, a sign bearing the name "The Veranda House" was erected on Step Lane.

Today, The Veranda House stands as one of Nantucket's landmarks. Its white porches welcome incoming ferry passengers to the island and its terraced garden stands as a reminder of the steep origins of Step Lane, whose slope has since been tamed.