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Historically significant boathouse designed by and built for Austin Strong, first Commodore of the Nantucket Yacht Club and founder of the Rainbow Fleet, being offered for the first time by his descendants. Outstanding location on the harbor with spectacular views from all three floors including two large picture windows. Retains most original nautical features including a ship's railing on the deck, built in bunk room and ship's ladder. There are three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. New pilings in place (2005). A unique opportunity to own and enjoy a part of Nantucket's historical waterfront.
Small landing entrance patio into large open room with early beams and wood walls, informally divided for kitchen area and living room with fireplace. Door to open porch over water. Half bath. Stairs to second floor are "ship's ladder" style with rope bannister.
Off hall a sitting room with fireplace and fabulous views. Two bedrooms and bath.
Bedroom and bath with ladder to roof walk.
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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…
$4,250,000
