About Hull
A Little History...
Originally known as Nantasket, Hull is a historic town in Plymouth County and is one of the oldest towns in Massachusetts. It is the smallest town territorially in the State, except Newburyport, and the smallest in population, except Gosnold. It is located on the peninsula of Nantasket, and nearly all the islands in Boston harbor belong to this town. Very few people realize how short a distance it is from Long Wharf, Boston, to Plymouth County. The town is formed of five small hills, connected by very narrow necks of land. The principal settlement is on Nantasket head.
The Massachuset tribe called the area Nantasket, meaning "at the strait" or "low-tide place". It is a series of islands connected by sandbars forming Nantasket Peninsula, on which the Plymouth Colony established a trading post in 1621 for trade with the Wampanoags. The town was first settled in 1622 and officially incorporated in 1644,
Hull was originally part of Suffolk County, and when the southern part of the county was set off as Norfolk County in 1793, it included the towns of Hull and Hingham. In 1803 those towns opted out of Norfolk County and became part of Plymouth County.
Why Live in Hull?
Hull features Nantasket Beach, with fine, light gray sand—generally considered one of the finest beaches in New England. Hull is a town in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States, located on a peninsula at the southern edge of Boston Harbor. Its population was 10,072 at the 2020 census. Hull is the smallest town by land area in Plymouth County and the eleventh smallest in the state
Hull MA began as a fishing community, and it beautiful long coastline and natural beaches led to its development as a popular resort area just 18 miles from Boston by car and only 5 miles by boat. Today, Hull is a prized residential town with stunning ocean views.
Nantasket Beach – Swim, fish, walk, jog, collect seashells or whatever else you like to do on the beach. Nantasket Beach has been a popular summer destination for city dwellers since the middle of the 19th century. The historic Paragon Carousel evokes memories of the area’s amusement park history. Open year-round, dawn to dusk. Lifeguards on duty from late June to early September.
Paragon Carousel – The Carousel has been operating along the shores of beautiful Nantasket Beach Reservation for more than 80 years. Built in 1928 by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company, it boasts four rows of 66 intricately carved horses and two rare Roman chariots. It is decorated with 35 original paintings, 36 cherubs and 18 goddesses who look down while a Wurlitzer Band Organ fills the air with music. The Paragon Carousel is the last remaining attraction from the beloved Paragon Park amusement park on Nantasket Beach that closed in 1985. The antique amusement is a lasting reminder of the “Golden Age” of Hull, MA, when the town was teeming with thousands of visitors each day in the summer for decades. The Carousel now attracts upwards of 100,000 visitors each summer.
Fort Revere Park – During the American Revolution, Fort Independence was constructed as a star shaped earthen work fort to protect Boston Harbor from a British invasion. It was garrisoned by both American and later French troops. In the nineteenth century, Boston merchants used Telegraph Hill as a signal station to announce the arrival of ships into Boston Harbor. At the turn of the century, Telegraph Hill was once more fortified and renamed Fort Revere, this time by the United States Army as part of the Coastal Artillery Defense System. Fort Revere remained garrisoned during both World Wars. Many thousands of service personnel passed through the gates of this institution over a fifty-year period. Following the end of World War II, Fort Revere was decommissioned as it was no longer needed for defense purposes.
World’s End – Rolling hills and rocky shorelines offer sweeping views of the Boston skyline, while tree-lined carriage paths designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted make delightful walking trails. The 251-acre coastscape includes rocky shores, broad hillsides, and open fields bracketed by pockets of woodlands. The property is ideal for walking, picnicking, jogging, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, or simply enjoying nature and the outdoors.
Day Trip to Boston – Boston is just a short Ferry trip or train ride away from Hull. Over 19 million domestic and over 1.7 overseas visitors come to the city annually, making it a leading tourist destination. Come find out for yourself why Boston Massachusetts is one of the world’s favorite cities. Each of the city’s neighborhoods has a remarkably different style and tone. From the Back Bay’s cosmopolitan streets and ornate Victorian town houses to the aromas spilling into the narrow and jumbled 17-century streets of Boston’s North End to the spirited and funky neighborhood squares of Cambridge – all within easy distance from one another.
Boating & Fishing – Hull features some great marinas and piers to catch the big one! Rent fishing rods across the street from the hotel and try your luck at stiped bass, blue fish, flounder, cod and more….Or launch your boat just down the street and enjoy the gateway to Boston Harbor. Nantasket Kayaks rents kayaks and paddleboards from Steamboat Wharf.
Golf & Bowling – The South Shore Country Club in Hingham is only a 3 mile drive from hotels. Featuring a full 18-hole public course with virtual indoor golf, full bowling alley and a restaurant with banquet facilities.
Catch a boat to Boston or Logan Airport from Hull, Hingham, or Quincy. There are also Commuter Trains that run from Nantasket Junction in Hingham (just a three minute drive) to South Station in Boston.
My Favorite Restaurant Picks
Jake's Seafood is a fresh seafood and family restaurant
Schooner's is a family owned restaurant serving american cuisine with award winning clam and seafood chowder, located on Nantasket Beach
If you are considering buying a home in Hull, MA, please feel free to contact Realtor Deborah Grigas at Coldwell Banker Realty at 978-407-0993 or by email at Deborah.grigas@cbrealty.com.
