Historically preserved and simply beautiful, downtown Nantucket can be equated to nowhere else in the world. This is the heart of the island, replete with original cobblestone streets, waterfront restaurants and charming grey-shingled shops. Many of the stunning homes abut pocket gardens heavy in hydrangea and climbing roses, like something out of a painting. Come summer, families filter in and out of the various ice cream, souvenir and t-shirt shops. Town is also just an easy stroll to the beach to enjoy a perfect summer day.