Last year saw some of the highest demand for rental properties in recent memory, but 2022 is shaping up to be a record-breaking year. The Steamship Authority recently reported that an astonishing 8,056 bookings were made in the first 8 hours of opening day, while a ‘mere’ 5,530 reservations occurred on opening day, 2021. Most weekend boats during the summer are now completely booked for autos. If you plan to bring your car over between May and September, you’ll likely need to make a mid-week reservation.
This might be the year to consider alternate means of transportation. Nantucket has a fantastic network of bike trails. Enjoy sunshine and blue skies while exploring the island from one end to the other. The Nantucket Regional Transit Authority has also worked hard to broaden access to the island via The Wave shuttle, and there are always local taxis and Ubers.
The activity at the Steamship reflects the high demand we are seeing in rental bookings as well. Over the past 2 years, many rental homes have come off the market as homeowners have decided to spend more time here and take advantage of having a home in one of the most beautiful places in the world. This year, more than most, we are advising tenants who have some flexibility to consider the shoulder seasons. September is Nantucket’s best kept secret!