5 Ways to Make the Most Out of Your Next Nantucket Visit

NE-Focus on All Things New England! [New England Focus Logo]( [5 Ways to Make the Most Out of Your Next Nantucket Visit]( Sponsored by: [Nantucket Rentals]( [Logo]( Planning your next adventure to Nantucket? That special little island 30 miles out to sea off the coast of Massachusetts awaits your next visit. One visit here and you will be hooked plotting your return time and time again. by Kristy Cadwallader [Brant Point Light on Nantucket] Brant Point Light on Nantucket Photo Credit : Kristy Cadwallader Nantucket continues to be a family favorite and checks all the boxes for New England charm and beauty. Year after year, we vacation every summer on the island and even find ourselves returning in different seasons for another taste of this special destination. Every season on The Grey Lady offers up a bit of magic. From the spring Daffodil Festival, to the arrival of peak summer travel season, to the peaceful shoulder season, to the wondrous spectacle that is the Nantucket Christmas Stroll, there is so much this island has to offer. Here are five ways to make the most out of your next Nantucket visit. [Brant Point Light on Nantucket] Great Point Photo Credit : Kristy Cadwallader Rent a Jeep and Explore Great Point Beach and Lighthouse Lower that tire pressure and spend a day driving out on the beach on this long stretch of peninsula that is a wildlife refuge and home to Great Point Lighthouse. We booked with [Nantucket Rentals,]( which meant that their on-island concierge service had our Jeep rental reserved and ready for our island adventures. Great Point Lighthouse is only accessible by Jeep, and you will want to make sure to carve out extra time to explore this special part of the island. Seals and an array of wildlife are abundant at this refuge. Shorebirds including osprey, seagulls, arctic terns, jaegers, and shearwaters inhabit these sandy shores. There is a large seal population and sharks do rove these waters frequently, so swimming is prohibited. It is such a peaceful place to enjoy. As the breeze dances among the beach grass and the waves crash onto the shore, you will see why this is a favorite way to spend a day on the island. [Speak with an Expert:]( Find your dream Nantucket vacation rental any time of year. Check out featured listings and set up a time to speak with one of our rental experts. [PLAN YOUR VISIT]( SPONSORED [Albannach Performing Under the Concert Tent] Great Point Photo Credit: Kristy Cadwallader Our tip: Pick up a lobster dinner to go from [Sayle’s Seafood]( and pack a blanket and chairs to have a picnic on the beach. [Bleu, Voted the Best Cow in New Hampshire, 2023] Endeavor Sailing Photo Credit: Kristy Cadwallader Enjoy a Sail Aboard Nantucket’s Oldest Sailing Charter Head out onto the pristine waters of Nantucket for a sail with Captain Jim and his crew aboard his classic wooden Friendship sloop with [Endeavor Sailing](. Captain Jim sails May through October and offers day sails, afternoon sails, sunset sails, and private charters. [Nantucket Rentals’]( concierge service can reserve your sail for you, so all you have to do is sit back and enjoy a day on the water. [Image 3]( Endeavor Sailing Photo Credit: Kristy Cadwallader [Image 3]( Endeavor Sailing Photo Credit: Kristy Cadwallader Our tip: Pack a cooler of rosé and acrylic wine glasses to enjoy an afternoon sail. Plan ahead and book a table at [CRU for dinner]( after your sail; it’s located right on Straight Wharf, just a stroll from the Endeavor dock. Walk the Sconset Bluff Walk Siasonset, or “Sconset” for short, will give you a whole other island experience. In June and July, the rose-covered cottages make it truly like stepping into a fairy tale. No matter the season, this side of the island has a quaint New England charm that will win your heart. The Sconset Bluff Walk starts right in town, where you step foot on a seashell-laden path that meanders past little cottages overlooking the ocean. As you traverse this path it takes you through grassy lawns of some magnificent beach homes to little dirt paths that overlook that amazing sea view. Be sure to end your walk by heading out to the Sankaty Lighthouse. This iconic red and white painted light is seated on such a picturesque perch. Having a Jeep on-island for your stay makes getting out here a breeze. If you want to up your activity, you can bike out to Sconset on the bike path too. [Image 3]( Bluff Walk Photo Credit: Kristy Cadwallader Our tip: Start your day with breakfast at [Claudette’s.]( When you head back to town after your bluff walk, enjoy a scoop from the walk-up window at [Sconset Market.]( If you want to make a day and night of it, be sure to reserve a table under the roses at [The Chanticleer]( for a top-notch dinner experience. [Start Here:]( Escape to Nantucket's paradise through nantucketrentals.com! Explore countless homes for weekly or nightly rental. Unlock local tips on dining, activities, and beaches. Your ultimate vacation experience starts here. [EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS]( SPONSORED [Steps Beach] Steps Beach Photo Credit: Kristy Cadwallader Our tip: Bike down to [Something Natural]( for a late lunch and then ride over to Steps for an afternoon on the beach. Explore Madaket For our most recent trip, we extended our time and booked a vacation home in Madaket through Nantucket Rentals. Booking with them is a breeze and they offer so many great properties and work directly with home owners and brokerages. Their on-island concierge service can assist you with stocking your fridge upon arrival, booking your on-island activities, and reserving your vehicle or bike rentals. [Steps Beach] Nantucket Rentals Photo Credit: Kristy Cadwallader Madaket is another part of the island that is on the quieter side and a great place to stay. There are bike paths everywhere and it’s an easy drive to get back into town. Madaket Beach is another beautiful one to add to your list. The sunsets here are some of the prettiest on the island. Our tip: Have dinner at Millie’s. After dinner, stop in Millie’s Market to grab cocktails and enjoy a sunset on the beach. Our tip: Have dinner at [Millie’s](. After dinner, stop in [Millie’s Market]( to grab cocktails and enjoy a sunset on the beach. 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