Hollywood Farm A Nantucket Original
PROPERTY PROFILE Island Properties $4,450,000
This idyllic sanctuary is the epitome of Nantucket living; an historic retreat that offers solitude and country living at its best.

Built in 1887, Hollywood Farm is hidden away from the bustle of town on the Polpis Road and abuts over 200 acres of conservation land.

The antique charm of the main house has been lovingly preserved and beautifully maintained, with just the right introduction of modern amenities. The first floor flows gracefully from room to room, each with its own sense of cozy comfort and serenity. The large, open kitchen features a five-burner stove, double ovens, a granite-top island and a bay window that lets in ample sunlight and overlooks backyard cranberry bogs. It opens easily into a living room with a wood stove.

From here, it's a step or two into the large period dining room that opens into a sitting room, formal living room with fireplace and bright corner office. Looking through the windows of the living room onto the large and sheltered front porch, it is easy to imagine a horse-drawn carriage easing by.

The staircase inside the front door leads to two inviting bedrooms that are separated by a full bath. A second stairway takes you to the master bedroom, complete with full bath and large, walk-in closet. The wide, well kept pine floors are reminders of another time.

Tucked back from the main road, the quiet grounds feature two small cottages: one with a full bath and open deck that overlooks the surrounding bogs; the other is a piano room and peaceful studio.

Its days as a working farm are embodied in the original barn, remade into a two-car garage, first-rate workshop and large storage area. The weathered timbers invite exploration and speak of summers past. The barn is perfect as is, but can readily be transformed back into a stable, or, perhaps, remade into an open art or music studio.

The ample and private grounds, perennial garden, mature cherry tree and nearby moors are a sanctuary of quiet, with paths to explore and large, lush lawns to picnic upon.

Or you can while away the time on the farm's inviting front porch, gently rocking to the murmur of the island.

Hollywood Farm is a haven like no other, where the integrity of the island's history and the tranquility of its natural beauty combine in a true, pastoral setting.

For bird lovers, Hollywood Farm is paradise. Hawks and owls patiently perch, waiting for their prey. Herons and other shorebirds wade in the bog looking for frogs and insects. Ospreys trail overhead, carrying their cargo of fresh fish back to their nests of youngsters. There are as many songbirds as the birdseed budget allows.

This is one of those perfect island properties that is seldom available. It is in every way a dream estate, with a fairy tale quality found only on Nantucket. Starry nights unfold under the wide open sky, while the peepers sing gently in the calm of the cranberry bog - all part of

the special secrets of Hollywood Farm. I