A Piece of Nantucket History
More space than a hotel. More character than anywhere else. John Swain House gives your family room to spread out in one of Nantucket's most walkable locations—steps from Main Street shops, restaurants, and harbor.
Built circa 1785 by one of Nantucket's founding families, this is a real historic home—original wide-plank floors, original fireplaces, and the kind of character you can't replicate. We've updated where it matters (kitchen, primary bedroom, furnishings) while keeping what makes it special. It's comfortable and practical, not a museum piece.
The ground floor features a renovated kitchen, dining room, cozy den, spacious living room, and a full bathroom. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms and two additional bathrooms—plenty of space for the whole family.
Step outside to your own private garden—genuinely rare in downtown Nantucket. Space for morning coffee, afternoon reading, evening cocktails, or dinner for eight on the patio. The Weber grill is ready for your fresh catch.
