Nantucket teens throw party in $2M house after sketchy Airbnb request is ignored

In late October 2023, a group of teenagers in Nantucket, Massachusetts organized an unauthorized party at a $2.34 million home belonging to Edith Stone Lentini. The property, which is a three-bedroom, five-bath vacation rental, became the site for a Halloween gathering after the teens entered through an unlocked window. The event was initially sparked by a questionable inquiry made by one of the teenagers’ parents about renting the house for a small dress-up gathering, which the host declined. Despite the suspicious nature of the request, the party took place without Lentini's consent. Lentini learned about the unauthorized gathering only after being contacted by the Nantucket Police Department on November 1, 2023, following noise complaints from neighbors. When the police informed her about the house party, Lentini was shocked and confirmed she was unaware of any such event occurring on her property. The teenagers planned to host a 'fun dress-up get-together' and had assured the property owner that they would leave everything in perfect condition. When Lentini visited her property later that month to assess the aftermath, she found the home in surprisingly good condition, despite some disarray. There was only minor damage, with sticky floors being the most significant issue reported. However, the teenagers had gone to great lengths to ensure the house was well-kept, moving furniture and valuables around rather than damaging them. They even applied 'do not enter' tape around certain items, indicating a level of care, albeit misguided, for the property. Despite the overall good care taken of the house, the police are currently conducting an extensive investigation into the illegal gathering. No charges had been filed against the teenagers involved up to that date. This incident raises questions about the responsibilities of property owners when leasing their homes and the potential risks of unauthorized gatherings in rented spaces. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen whether any legal repercussions will arise from this breach of trust.