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Maritime bohemian — think a well-traveled whaling captain's home, layered with Indonesian teak chairs, Dutch doors, flame-stitch sofas, antique brass portholes, a mural of 18th-century China tea trade, and Native American ceramics. Rich, dark, and eccentric, but never fussy.
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Why It Matters
The only hotel on Nantucket designed by Roman and Williams, and one of the most architecturally significant new builds in the island's historic district in over 75 years. Covered by Architectural Digest, Wallpaper*, Town & Country, and W Magazine at opening. Via Mare is independently lauded as a dining destination.
Greydon House is a 20-room boutique hotel in a renovated 1850s Greek Revival sea captain's house on Broad Street, one block from the Nantucket ferry docks. Design firm Roman and Williams — the team behind the Ace Hotel New York and The Standard High Line — dreamed up every inch of it: custom iron-frame beds, John Robshaw block-printed linens, Waterworks brass fixtures, and hand-painted Portuguese tiles in every bathroom. The result is something rare for Nantucket: a hotel that actually feels like it belongs to the island's whaling-era past without resorting to lobster trap clichés. Via Mare, the Venetian-inspired small-plates restaurant, is open to the public and draws locals and visitors alike.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Broad Suite
The hotel's other suite, with a separate living area overlooking Broad Street. Furnished with the same globe-trotting collector's eye as the rest of the property. Some guests have noted the living area furniture layout could be more comfortable, so manage expectations if you're spending long stretches in the sitting room.
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Deluxe King Room
Larger king rooms with a separate seating area. Same layered Roman and Williams aesthetic — wrought-iron bed frames, antique side tables with inlaid Arabic lettering, Indian-inspired block-printed bedding, and Caucasian rugs. The extra sitting space makes a real difference for longer stays.
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Federal Suite
Located on the second floor corner with vaulted ceilings, this suite has an airy, light-filled bedroom and a separate living area furnished with English sofas and an eclectic collection of antiques including bamboo pieces from the South Pacific and Nordic paintings. The bar mural referencing 18th-century China tea trade is a talking point.
KingStandard King Room
King bed rooms vary in size; street-facing third-floor rooms are on the smaller side. All share the same Roman and Williams treatment: chestnut floors, custom beds with John Robshaw linens, antique furniture pieces, and brilliantly tiled bathrooms. Remote-control window blinds and complimentary items in the mini-fridge are standard.
KingStandard Queen Room
Compact rooms with chestnut floors, custom Roman and Williams-designed furniture, John Robshaw block-printed linens, and a 4K TV with Bluetooth speakers. Bathrooms feature hand-painted Portuguese tile walk-in showers and Waterworks brass fixtures. No two rooms are alike in layout or styling.
QueenThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel curates an art and architecture guide to Nantucket's historic district, including the hotel's own Terry Winters artworks, the Dean Barger China tea trade mural in the bar, and the surrounding whaling-era architecture.
The front desk team — notably manager John — is well-regarded for local island knowledge. They can point guests toward secret beaches, direct them to free island buses, recommend off-the-beaten-path spots, and help plan the day.
Greydon House partners with Captain Mat Barker and his 65-foot teak 1930s sailing yacht, The Blue Peter, for exclusive three-hour charters available to hotel guests. Lunchtime and sunset departure options for groups of two, four, or six. Lobster rolls and rosé included. Book via the front desk or by emailing hello@greydonhouse.com.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
A curated book collection as part of the living room/bar area.
Available throughout the property, in-room and in public areas.
Available in the lobby each morning.
Luxury Acqua di Parma toiletries provided in all rooms (some reviews also reference Aesop products).
All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels; upgraded rooms have 4K TVs with Bluetooth speakers.
Guests can borrow retro-inspired instant cameras to capture their stay.
Every room has a mini bar and refrigerator, with some complimentary items included.
A covered porch on the side of the historic building, ideal for drinks and outdoor dining.
An overgrown English garden with outdoor terrace seating, used for Via Mare dining and general guest relaxation.
Pets are welcome with a pet fee charged at time of stay.
Housekeeping and turndown service available.
Round-the-clock front desk staffing.
Free public parking available nearby; not on-site, and reservation is not possible. Nantucket is a small island so a car is not required for town exploration.
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