Welcome to Nonquitt!
Callie’s family has been soaking up summers in Nonquitt since 1905. This little community is small – just three miles end to end – making it perfect for ditching your car and getting around by foot, bike, or golf cart. While you won't find any stores or restaurants, there are beaches, trails, golf, tennis, and pickleball.
Nonquitt is a close-knit community, so we'd appreciate it if you could help keep it peaceful by respecting our neighbors and treating the homes carefully. Remember to take it SLOW, there are kids, dogs, and bikers all around!
We can't wait to share this little piece of paradise with you!
THE DESTINATION
PACKING LIST
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Swimsuits
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Warm layers
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Tennis rackets, pickleball paddles, golf clubs (we will have extras!)
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Beach towels (Nonquitt homes might have them, but bring one along if there’s room in your suitcase)
Things to do
NONQUITT
Though there are no restaurants or shops in Nonquitt, you will never run out of things to do! While you’re here for the weekend, please feel free to utilize Nonquitt to the fullest:
Beaches
Nonquitt has 3 beautiful, small beaches fronting Buzzard’s Bay.
Tennis courts
Nonquitt has 6 clay courts. No dress code (whites not necessary), just wear court-friendly shoes.
Golf
Nonquitt has a 9-hole walking golf course.
Pickleball
Trails
PADANARAM VILLAGE
Padanaram is a coastal village 5 minutes from Nonquitt. It is historically a fishing village set on a beautiful harbor. It is walkable and home to a few restaurants, shops, and galleries. Please note that the bridge between Padanaram and Nonquitt closes at the top of the hour for a few minutes to let the boats through the harbor.
Farm and Coast
Coffee, smoothies, breakfast, lunch, dinner,
market with provisions, beer and wine
Scuttlebutt
Coffee, pastries, sandwiches
Sail Loft
Lunch, dinner, bar
Docksides
Ice cream and hot dogs!
Black Bass Grille
Lunch or Dinner - seafood and bar food
Little Moss
Dinner and cocktails, small and intimate (make a reservation)
Clothing and home goods shops throughout
Be sure to check out Callie's all-time favorite store, Details & Design
WESTPORT
A neighboring historical coastal town with beautiful views.
Buzzards Bay Brewing
Outdoor brewery with food trucks and games
The Bayside
Lunch or dinner and drinks (great lobster roll)
The Back Eddy
Dinner on the water
Davoll's General Store
Charming store with lunch, coffee, beers, books
Westport Rivers Vineyard
Local winery
Partners Store
Coffee, lunch, home goods
NEW BEDFORD
A neighboring town, once the largest whaling port in the world.
New Bedford Whaling Museum
Learn about the city's rich whaling history (the Danforths’ go-to activity on rainy days)
Cisco Brewers New Bedford
Biergarten with food, drinks and live music
The Black Whale
Moby Dick Brewery
DAY TRIP TO NEWPORT, RI
~45-minute drive away
DAY TRIP TO NANTUCKET OR MARTHA’S VINEYARD
Take the ferry from New Bedford to Martha's Vineyard (1 hr) or to Nantucket (1 hr 45 min)