Title: Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=87714866&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! ## Photo gallery for Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels - Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! (Nantucket)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87714900/87714866/9ff4fb04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! (Nantucket)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87714900/87714866/055d4124.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! (Nantucket)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87714900/87714866/483243c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, stereo - Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! (Nantucket)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87714900/87714866/1124ca0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! (Nantucket)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87720000/87714900/87714866/80079205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience a perfect Nantucket getaway at Sweet Thing, where modern comforts and historic charm blend in harmony. Steps from pristine Madaket Beach, enjoy surfcasting, kayaking or simply unwind on the private patio deck with a grill and hydrangea-filled gardens. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! Delightful Madaket beach home named "Sweet Thing" is perfect for a family or group of friends. Have an unforgettable trip at the best place in Nantucket for sun, surf, nature, adventure, and fun! Location-Location-Location! Steps to pristine Madaket Beach--the surf will lull you to sleep each evening. You’ll also be adjacent Madaket Harbor, which is an excellent calm beach for small children. Enjoy surfcasting and drive on sand/beach with your 4x4 at Smith's Point, boating or kayaking around Madaket Harbor, and much more. You'll be seconds to the bike path and shuttle bus, which provide service to downtown and across the island, not to mention you'll be surrounded by miles of conservation land for taking long walks and recreation. Enjoy the perfect blend of modern comforts/upgrades and preservation of details that evoke the history and spirit of this seafaring island. Beautiful original hardwood floors, tasteful touches of a bygone nautical era, and more pair with exquisite furnishings, elegant kitchen and living room appliances, hydrangea-filled gardens, and more. You'll never want to leave! The master bedroom has a queen bed and the guest bedroom has three singles. Sleeper sofa in the living room for extra sleeping space. Two full bathrooms are complemented by and an outdoor shower. The rear patio deck with dining table and grill give you an exceptional outdoor dining option. All new kitchen cabinets and appliances for 2023\. Freshly painted and newly decorated with an idyllic living room with 65 inch Frame TV. Take in sunsets from the dining room or the private deck. The property is surrounded by gorgeous hydrangeas. Other amenities include wireless hi-speed internet, stereo, surround sound, wine/beverage center, washer, dryer, beach chairs, cooler and beach towels. Next door to Millie's Restaurant and Bar, the heartbeat of Madaket. Millie's also runs a cute general store and ice cream shop. Bunk house (queen bed in loft; sleeper sofa; bathroom) can be added to your stay to give your group additional room for an extra cost. Please let us know if you are interested in adding the bunk house; we'll share costs/options. Registration #: 028004 ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3410000/3402500/3402474/95e13b5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nantucket Inn Nantucket - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 C0014391970 ## About the area Located on the beach, this cottage is in Madaket, a neighbourhood in Nantucket. Founder's Cemetery and Old Gaol are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Loines Observatory and Vestal St Observatory. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby. [Visit our Nantucket travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nantucket.dx285) [View more Cottages in Nantucket](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nantucket-Cottages.d285-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.27113%2C-70.20048&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mqPlEHI1X27DWot1xd6Xb51Nhc8=) Nantucket, MA ### What's nearby - ![Weathered Houses and Drift Fence, Madaket Beach, Nantucket Island; Shutterstock ID 695324335; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287506/5cb676d7-725e-40ff-8926-bc5f2de79793.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Madaket Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![D3RPKW Wooden steps leading down to Jetties beach, Nantucket Island, MA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287501/054547b4-112d-4fba-9fc2-72660feadcdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jetties Beach 16 min drive \- 6.2 miles - ![R405E2 Whaling Museum, Nantucket, Massachusetts, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091807/c715b534-9b6d-4945-8361-cd1bccec5d2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Whaling Museum 17 min drive \- 6.4 miles - ![AXE420 Sunbathers and dune landscape on Surfside Beach on the seaward coast of the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts, New England, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287523/40420237-6e94-4202-a52a-110d78b1352b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Surfside Beach 24 min drive \- 9.0 miles - Smith's Point Wildlife Sanctuary 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - 167 Raw Nantucket 14 min drive - Cisco Brewers 14 min drive - Brotherhood of Thieves 13 min drive - Something Natural 12 min drive - Lemon Press 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach!? ### What time is check-in at Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach!? ### What time is check-out at Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach!? ### Where is Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Exquisite Oceanfont Cottage at Madaket Beach! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 19 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy C. 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great stay and had easy access to everything we needed. Great location, well-appointed kitchen. The best! ##### Amy C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn C. 17 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy “Sweet Thing” is an awesome place to stay, Great location, clean and tidy. Cute back deck with ocean view. Close enough to hear the waves on the beach.Super fun!Thank you! ##### Glenn C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick D. 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nantucket-so relaxing We loved our stay at Sweet Thing in Nantucket! We were away from the busy streets and right by the beach! The sunsets were incredible and we enjoyed eating at Mollie’s several times. We look forward to visiting again! ##### Rick D. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverly V. 19 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bday celebration Great time celebrating a birthday. Beautiful views, seal sightings everyday on the beach and the cottage was perfect. Will definitely be back! ##### Beverly V. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer E. 19 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magic Madaket The location of the property is perfect! Walk to beach, magnificent sunsets and Millie’s. Could not have been better! The house is truly a “sweet thing with a perfect layout”! It is very cozy and I would recommend it! ##### Jennifer E. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence C. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet Thing is a Sweet Thing Absolutely as advertised. Great Amenities, Responsive Owner anytime. Location Best in Madaket steps from the Wave steps from beach... Millie's is bonus. ##### Lawrence C. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William S. 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Great stay We loved our stay. Amazing location next to the beach and Millie’s, and easy use of the bus into town for the teens. Jp was great to deal with and quick to answer any questions. The description of the house is a little misleading - def not a 3 br. It’s a 2br with a pullout couch. Regardless, great spot. ##### William S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea O. 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Labor Day Getaway JP is such a great host! This was our first trip to Nantucket and Sweet thing is a lovely place to stay. The house is well stocked with cooking supplies, towels, beach chairs and more! Our only complaint would be the mattress in the master bedroom. Even with that, it is a great place to stay. It is steps away from the most beautiful sunsets! Thanks so much! ##### Andrea O. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan C. 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house is impeccable and the location can't be beat. ##### Dan C. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda E. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We really enjoyed our stay. Lovely place. Extravagantly equipped. Felt like home! ##### Linda E. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James S M. 8 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Cottage Great location, beautiful and well kept cottage, and the host was easy to get a hold of and very nice. ##### James S M. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra S. 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing 30th anniversary trip to Nantucket! Property was fantastic and owner was highly responsive. We will be back!! ##### Debra S. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John L. 19 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Great place, location and host! ##### John L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren N. 12 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful cabin and location. Lovely high-end appliances and aesthetics throughout. The owner was very pleasant and easy to communicate with for check in and everything went smoothly during our stay. We had a wonderful time - perfect for three adults and two medium sized dogs, and we hope to visit again soon! ##### Lauren N. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan C. 10 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful location-bike path accessible Fantastic property well aportioned and great communication. Would highly recommend ##### Dan C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garry H. 12 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful weekend in Nantucket The cottage was beautiful and we had a wonderful weekend. It was only a minute from our front door to the beach, to the bus into town, and to Millies. It was a great weekend and JP was a great host! ##### Garry H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian G. 6 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Review Nice property but with multiple properties onsite parking is problematical. ##### Brian G. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arielle M. 7 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We will definitely book again! Myself, my boyfriend and our dog planned a long getaway weekend to Nantucket. We came across this property that was very fairly priced for the area. We enjoyed our stay here in the cottage so much. It was updated, clean, felt homey, the property was great and has water views. JP the host was extremely helpful and kind and made the whole process so easy for us. When we come back to Nantucket we will be staying here again and we would recommend to anyone to stay here as well! ##### Arielle M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristel D. 15 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy ##### Kristel D. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025 ---