The Wauwinet

The Wauwinet sits at the end of Wauwinet Road, perched on a narrow strip of land between the Atlantic Ocean and the Nantucket Harbor. It is steps from the quiet sands of Wauwinet Beach and a short drive from the Great Point Lighthouse, far from the congestion of the island’s central wharves.

While the town center thrives on the frantic pace of the high season, the draw here is the intentional isolation. Most visitors to Nantucket tether themselves to the bustle of the harbor, but this hotel trades that proximity for direct access to protected dunes and coastal quiet. The house car provides the only link to the rest of the island, ensuring the property feels like a private retreat rather than a standard resort. It is a necessary choice for those who prefer the sound of the Atlantic to the churn of the downtown crowds.