Nantucket, Nostalgic for Summer.
Image courtesy of The Wauwinet.
A mere 30 miles off the coast of Massachusetts lies an idyllic haven of an island dotted with shingle style homes. Although the town of Nantucket gets (deservedly) crowded in July and August, the island is large enough to roam and get lost in a plethora of old-fashioned summer fun.
Bike along the Polpis bike path out to Sconset and soak up the majestic views along the Bluff Walk. Hike along the tranquil Sanford Farm and Ram Pasture trails. Drive out to Smith’s Point, a pristine barrier beach at the western end of the island, for unfettered access to both the north and south shorelines. Swim in the calm surf at Fisherman’s Beach. Take your toddlers to play with sea creatures at the charming Maria Mitchell Aquarium. Spend the afternoon listening to live music at Cisco Brewers. Cool off with a refreshing smoothie from The Lemon Press or a scoop of homemade ice cream from The Juice Bar. Savor the sunset with water views from Galley Beach or the loungers on the lawn of The Wauwinet. Pick up local produce from Barlett’s Farm and fresh catch from 167 Raw to grill at home.
The appeal of Nantucket lies not in its buzzy restaurants or charming shops (save those for a rainy day), but rather in its unfiltered natural beauty, the perfect backdrop to carefree summer days.
The Nantucket Guide
Where to Stay: Greydon House, The Life House Hotel, The Nantucket Hotel, The Wauwinet, The White Elephant.
Where to Dine: At Home with Fare Isle (perfect for a dinner party!), American Seasons, Cru, Dune, Or, The Whale, Straight Wharf Restaurant, The Nautilus.
Where to Drink: Cisco Brewers, Galley Beach, Sister Ship, The Wauwinet, Ventuno’s Back Bar.
Casual Eats + Sweets: Born and Bred, Lemon Press, Millie’s, Something Natural, The Downy Flake, The Juice Bar.
What to Do: Bike the Polpis Bike Bath to Sconset. Boogie board at Fisherman’s Beach. Discovery Playground at Hinsdale Park. Drive on to Smith’s Point Beach. Food trucks and live music at Cisco Brewers. Hike the Sanford Farm and Ram Pasture and the Tupancy Links trails. Maria Mitchell Aquarium. Sankaty Head Lighthouse. Sconset Bluff Walk. Surf at Cisco Beach. Swim at Surfside Beach. Visit the Artists Association of Nantucket. Watersports at Pocomo Point with NextLevel.
Where to Shop: 167 Raw, Annie & the Tees, Barlett’s Farm, Épernay Wine & Spirits, Erica Wilson, Nantucket Bookworks, Pinwheels, The Skinny Dip.
