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Siasconset Beach

Siasconset Beach(Sconset Beach)

United States, Massachusetts, Nantucket 

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Overview

Located on the island of Nantucket, Siasconset Beach is a long, wide, and beige colored beach situated on the southeastern shore of the island.  Siasconset Beach is surrounded by large rocks, sand dunes, and coves making it a secluded spot.

Amenities

Siasconset Beach welcomes dogs on leash and offers many amenities including lifeguards, restrooms, showers, and watersports equipment rentals.

Activities

There are many fun activities at Siasconset Beach including swimming, scuba diving, boating, jet-skiing, sunbathing, and beach walking.

Disability

Siasconset Beach has a wooden walkway that extends to the shore and also features disability accessible ramps.

Parking

There is a large parking lot available at Siasconset Beach, and it is free to park.

Fun Fact

Siasconset Beach is known for its dunes and beautiful Nantucket cottages.

Attractions

If you are looking for attractions near Siasconset Beach, you can drive 20 minutes to many nearby options.  Great Point Lighthouse is home to nesting shorebirds and is a perfect spot for a leisurely walk and taking Instagram-worthy pictures.  Madaket Marine offers amazing views of Nantucket's coastal beauty and features boat rentals.  Linda Loring Nature Foundation is an ecological sanctuary preserving Nantucket's natural beauty and is home to hiking trails and diverse flora and fauna.  Lost Farm Wildlife Sanctuary features hiking trails surrounded by trees and the island's wildlife including pine warblers, eastern towhees, and barn and saw-whet owls.  If you are looking for another good nearby attraction, Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge Gatehouse is a wildlife refuge that is known for its diverse wildlife and ecosystems such as birds, seals, deer, small mammals, and marine life.

Restaurants

There are many restaurants within a three-minute drive of Siasconset Beach.  Summer House Beachside Bistro is an awesome upscale restaurant that features beach and sea views, indoor seating with live music, and outdoor seating with shaded areas – it offers fresh seafood platters, oysters, locally caught codfish, and fresh lobster served in a roll, salad, clambake, and Fra Diavolo with squid linguini.  Sconset Café is a popular dining destination for locals and tourists, has outdoor seating available in a garden area, and serves pizza, bruschetta, cheese chips, salad, pasta, and desserts.  Claudette's Sandwich Shop is a lively open-air restaurant in a secluded area serving cocktails, deep fried brie, coconut curry, garlic prawns, tuna, meatballs, braised lamb, and homemade desserts.  The Chanticleer Restaurant & Gardens is another good restaurant that has a spacious dining room and a terrace with awesome beach and water views.  Natural Pau also offers polpo, sushi, sashimi, cocktails, beer, and wine.  If you are looking for another good nearby restaurant, TOPPER'S is a New-American restaurant that has elegant and stylish decor and offers a nice menu including pastries, French toasts, lobster rolls, oysters, steaks, beer, and wine.

Hotels

If you are looking for hotels near Siasconset Beach, you can drive 20 minutes to the 5-Star hotel White Elephant Nantucket featuring a pool, spa, sauna, gym, tennis courts, three bars, and six restaurants – it also has over 150 rooms and suites with incredible ocean and sunset views.  Union Street Inn is a 4-Star hotel with a café, gym, spa, sauna, three pools, two bars, and five restaurants.  Union Street Inn provides its visitors with a terrace with sunbeds and a garden overlooking the sea.  The 4-Star 21 Broad offers many amenities including a pool, restaurant, spa, fitness center, game room, and two bars – it provides customers with car and bicycle rental services as well.  Faraway Nantucket is an awesome 3-Star hotel with many amenities including a bar, poolside bar, restaurant, two pools, and a sports, games, and kids' club.  If you are looking for an affordable nearby hotel, Nantucket Inn is a 3-Star hotel with spacious rooms featuring light-colored walls and bright light decorations.

Basic Details

All Amenities at Siasconset Beach

Amenities

  • Dogs

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  • Activities

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  • Hiking

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    Top Traveler Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!

    Does Siasconset Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Siasconset Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.

    Does Siasconset Beach have lifeguards?

    Yes, Siasconset Beach ensures safety with professional lifeguards on duty throughout the day, offering peace of mind for beachgoers.

    Is Siasconset Beach a family-friendly beach?

    Siasconset Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Siasconset Beach good for swimming?

    Siasconset Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.

    Does Siasconset Beach have restrooms?

    Siasconset Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.

    Is Siasconset Beach a nude beach?

    No, Siasconset Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Siasconset Beach?

    Siasconset Beach has multiple restaurant options near or on the beach.

    What are the activities at Siasconset Beach?

    Siasconset Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Bike Paths, Fishing, Hiking, Surfing.

    Does Siasconset Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    Siasconset Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Siasconset Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    Yes, bring your dog with you to Siasconset Beach!

    Is Siasconset Beach good for surfing?

    Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at Siasconset Beach.

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