At the eastern most flank of the island, Siasconset can be reached from town via a six-mile bike ride on the Milestone Road path (or, in the summer, on a NRTA shuttle bus). Food and restrooms can be found nearby in the adjacent historic village of 'Sconset. Built in 1850, the Sankaty Head Light is well worth a wander to the northern tip of the beach (it's rarely open to climb, except on specific days). Best of all, though, is the ‘Sconset Bluff Walk—with the strong Atlantic on one side and a row of multi-million-dollar homes on the other. Waves here are rough, even in summer, so bundle up for a long winter walk if you're on the island during the off season.
Where to Stay: Your number one pick on the island in our survey was The Nantucket Hotel & Resort. Sitting within walking distance of Nantucket town's attractions, the four-story New England pile is spanned by a front porch strewn with Adirondack chairs. Inside, the 36 rooms and suites, some with common decks, sleep from 2 to 12 people, making this—the island's only year-round place to stay—an ideal full-service base for family vacations.
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