

We checked into the Beach Plum cottage, one of the four cottages on property, located in a cluster of cottages across from the front of the hotel. But for me, the Wauwinet is all about the Ss: sea, sand, scenery and service. Sure, you have all the luxurious amenities and bells and whistles. Luxury means different things to different people: here, the luxuriousness of this place is in its stunning surroundings, where time stops and old fashioned activities like boating, walking and kayaking reign supreme. The only Relais and Chateaux property on the island, The Wauwinet stands out in its simplicity, historic charm and beautiful serene surroundings.

The essence and charm of makes Wauwinet so special hasn’t changed. I appreciated the newly ‘upgraded’ Wauwinet in the updated public spaces and guest rooms with new fabrics and furniture and bathrooms. The iconic hotel appeared much as I remember it from my stay 20 plus years ago, just fresher and updated (note: this was first major renovation of the hotel in 30 years). Just a 20-minute taxi ride from the airport, and I felt like I was in another world.

The Wauwinet is located on the secluded North-East part of the island, sandwiched between Nantucket Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and a wildlife reserve.
