The summer travel destination of Nantucket may be best known for its local charm and world-acclaimed beaches. Located 30 miles south of Cape Cod, Nantucket bustles with excitement once the official summer season begins, as it offers world-class dining, exquisite shopping, and endless recreational adventures. Popular beaches in Nantucket include Surfside Beach, Jetties Beach, and Madaket Beach. The population rises from 10,000 to 50,000 during the summer months, and visitors and resident can choose to reside in private waterfront estates on acres of land, private farms with barns, ranch style beach houses, and other custom-built homes with panoramic views of the creeks, town, harbor and Nantucket Sound.