The WauwinetWelcome to the island of Nantucket and its tranquil harbours- endless stretches of beach- old manor houses- and beautiful gardens- just fifty kilometres off the coast of Massachusetts. The Wauwinet- a charming house covered in patinaed grey shingles- built in 1860 and with the distinction of being one of the first hotels on the island. The freshly picked bunches of flowers in your room are characteristic of the attentiveness of the staff. The programme is relaxation or water sports at the hotels two private beaches- massages inspired by local plants and contemplating the splendid sunsets over Nantucket bay. The hotel is closed from October 29, 2011 and will reopen May 10, 2012 and again on October 28, 2012 and will reopen on May 10 2013. The Wauwinet has 33 guest rooms and cottages – many with views of Nantucket Bay. Each room is individually decorated with hand-selected furnishings, fabrics and accents, rooms are cozy and elegant, very romantic atmosphere. Children over the age of 12 are welcome at The Wauwinet (typical guest is between 35-65). Spa by the Sea offers facials, massage, and body treatmentsTOPPER’S restaurant known as Nantucket’s best all around fine dining establishment- (TOPPER’S is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2012). TOPPER’S Deck is a more casual dining environment with a popular lunch and dinner scene. Many special guest activities are offered complimentary to in house guests seasonally, from cooking classes with Chef Kyle Zachary, to tours of nearby ‘Sconset village in our antique car, or explorations of Great Point in a 4-wheel drive vehicle for seal-watching, surfcasting.The Wauwinet also has a private beach on the Atlantic Ocean and a beach on Nantucket Bay for calmer waters.Please Book online or contact our Travel Advisor [email protected] for more details.
