Constructed back in 1760 and once home to three whaling captains, the magnificent historic Nantucket home known as the Captain Robert Wyer House has undergone an extensive, multi-year renovation led by Niche Architects. Nestled in proximity to both Nantucket’s beautiful beaches and its vibrant downtown, this landmark home presents an array of charming features.

With multiple living areas, three fireplaces, and an enchanting widow’s walk (a railed rooftop platform) offering breathtaking water vistas, the house emanates a sense of timeless allure. Moreover, it boasts a delightful third-floor bunk room, perfect for accommodating guests, and an amazing outdoor entertaining space, ideal for savoring summer nights in utmost style and elegance.

ARCHITECT Niche Architects and Gotham Notting Hill INTERIOR DESIGN Kristin Paton Interiors GENERAL CONTRACTOR Main Street Construction

What We Love: Preserving and revitalizing this historic home ensures that it continues to stand as a remarkable piece of architectural heritage. Living spaces throughout this dwelling have been updated with great attention to detail, creating visual interest at every turn. We are especially loving the outdoor entertaining areas, perfect for summer entertaining. Overall, this home exudes charm and elegance in every intricate detail, establishing its enduring appeal that transcends time.

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Above: This whaling scene mural by Audrey Sterk Design is a dedicated homage to the history of this historic home. The Nantucket Captains House dates back to the year 1760. This entire project has a significant contribution to the rich history of Nantucket island, having housed several whaling captains, China trade merchants, abolitionists, and other prominent members of Nantucket… Rich with history!

Above: In the dining room, the designer removed the back right door and added in the multi-panel windows due to wear. Original salvaged doors from the rear-el make up the seat and seat back of the banquette in the dining room. The finishing touches of painting the walls chocolate brown and adding the reclaimed wood ceiling made this historic Nantucket home come full circle. 

Above: This guest bedroom features a layering of textures. The lobster fisherman painting was found at the Art Association on the island. Above the bed hangs a map of Kings Court in London.

Above: There was a lot of modification in this owner’s bedroom to make it more functional. This space was originally a guest bedroom, which now includes the addition of a custom window seat and built-in closets. Underneath the rug lies the original 1760 now refinished pine flooring. Reworking this room was tricky for the project team, as it’s a historic home with a sagging floor.

Above: The original layout of the owner’s suite consisted of two adjoining bedrooms. In order to create the new suite, the smaller of the bedrooms was converted into a bathroom. You can see where the designer expanded upon the original design concept by keeping a window, yet enlarging it, and relocating it over the new stone-clad, drop-in tub.

Above: Originally an Iron Workers shed that dates back to the early 1800s — the project team converted this space into an outdoor bar and lounge area. Directly behind the patio, is a great space to entertain and enjoy drinks and appetizers with friends and family on those Nantucket summer evenings.

Above: The interior of the backyard pub features swing-down awning windows. The stingray on the wall was found in the flea markets in Clignancourt.

PHOTOGRAPHER Read McKendree