Summer Fun! (Do not miss the outdoor shower)

4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6223 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Swampscott, MA

Witch House7 min drive
Peabody Essex Museum7 min drive
Salem Witch Museum8 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)27 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Office

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Enjoy seaside living with multiple beaches, historic Marblehead, and restaurant filled Salem all very close by. After time on the beach, wash it all away with spacious outdoor shower. Grill at home on Weber gas grill, relax with fire pit and s'mores or visit dozens of great restaurants within a mile.

7 minute drive gets you to Salem Massachusetts. It doesn’t have to be Halloween to enjoy the energy of Salem. Restaurants, shops, museums are just a few attractions in the heart of the city. Haunted tours and historical walks are offered year-round.

And if you want to see the big city, downtown Boston is 25 mins by car or rail -- or take an adventure with fast ferry from Salem directly to the docks next to the Boston Aquarium and Fanueil Hall!

*** I have a Black Labrador who lives with me. "Roxy" is NOT allowed on the upper floors, and the house is always professionally cleaned before your arrival. however, depending on how allergic you are to DOGS, my home might cause irritation for you. (sorry!)

Property manager

Mike R.

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Swampscott

Located in Swampscott, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Assembly Row are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Revere Beach and Boston Common. Water Park of New England and New England Aquarium are not to be missed. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.

Swampscott, MA

What's nearby

Witch House - 7 min drive
Peabody Essex Museum - 7 min drive
Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 7 min drive
Salem Witch Museum - 8 min drive
House of the Seven Gables - 8 min drive

Getting around

Wonderland Station - 10 min drive
Swampscott Station - 19 min walk
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Panera Bread - 3 min drive
Monte's Restaurant - 2 min drive
Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Fun! (Do not miss the outdoor shower) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Summer Fun! (Do not miss the outdoor shower)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Fun! (Do not miss the outdoor shower)?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Summer Fun! (Do not miss the outdoor shower) located?

Located in the heart of Swampscott, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Nahant Beach - Lynn Shore Reservations and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from The Lynn Auditorium. Salem State College and Salem Harbor are also within 6 miles (10 km). Swampscott Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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Exceptional

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

James S.

15 November 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A strategic place of departure, an ideal place to home to.

Our trip: Halloween Week near Salem, MA. This was a high-quality experience through and through, and the host was equipped to be present, resourceful, helpful, communicative, or hands-off as desired. The home is placed in a neighborhood that conjures descriptors like "idyllic," "cozy," or "picturesque." After long days of walking, crowd-navigating, and sightseeing, making it back to Mike's felt like a restorative sigh of relief. The house feels charmingly historic yet modernly equipped, gratifyingly classy yet comfortably homey. We didn't have time to enjoy all of the domestic amenities available to us. While it held appreciable novelty for a young couple from Austin, TX, it provided all the familiar comfort we could have asked for. The location made going to Salem for Halloween festivities simple but also proved strategic for taking a break to visit North End (Boston) or a refreshing walk to the nearby beach. It is a challenging balancing act to be practically convenient for immersing yourself in the activities of Salem or Boston on any given day while exuding a sense that you are returning "home" to something secluded from any hustle or bustle. The host, Mike, was fully prepared with recommendations, suggestions, and expertise, allowing for an almost configurable experience. Just as the property itself navigates the balance between all it has to offer (seclusion/accessibility, historic/modern, luxury/familiarity), Mike was able to balance his presence as a host. I felt he could have been our professional travel coordinator just as quickly as he could have been a longstanding family friend. I would look for an excuse to stay here again. I have rented in several different settings (from historic mansions in Galveston to centrally-located apartments in New York City to quiet shoreside homes in St. Joseph, MI). This stay at Mike's home combined what I liked most about each of my previous rental experiences.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

14 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for family fun!

Very comfortable home in a lovely neighborhood close to the beach promenade. Easy access to Boston from the Wonderland subway station just a short drive away. We enjoyed the great backyard and the pool table, and the third floor room has a cool hangout space for kids or teens. Mike was a great host!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

ellen b.

30 October 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home,comfortable and well equipped.

Our family was instantly charmed by this immaculate,and charming home. The kitchen was so well equipped, and Mike's orientation to the property was helpful and comprehensive. Any questions we had were promptly addressed, and we appreciated all the descriptions of available beaches, favorite restaurants, etc. He was most generous in offering use of the fire pit. All technology worked well, so helpful as some were working remotely. Our sincere thanks to Mike and his daughters for the use of their New England home.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Grace P.

21 May 2019

Lovely house

Mike is such a great host! I read previous reviews and yes, the shower might too small for a taller/bigger person or the owner’s dogs might trigger some allergies but for us the house was perfect. We had seven adults from different states and Canada getting ready for a wedding and had no issues with much of anything. The house is a adorable and very comfortable and I would rent this house again. Thanks Mike!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

23 October 2018

Great house and great location

The house was really great and the perfect for our trip. It was close enough to Salem for us to take Uber’s to and from without any issues. The only thing I would suggest for your future guests is to list that you have a pet dog. A person in our group is allergic to animals and it exasperated his asthma and made it tough for him to catch his breath all weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

About the host

Hosted by Mike R.

Hi! I am a single parent running around like a madman for my children, while trying to balance life with some adult time! Sound familiar?? (hopefully not the divorced part). I am often away on business or taking my kids on some adventure, and I am happy to have you as a guest in my home while we are not using it. I am always tinkering or in the middle of some project or another, trying to make my home nicer and more enjoyable for us all.

Why they chose this property

I love my house, and think it is comfortable on both the inside and out. During the summer, the outside patio and fire pit have good views of the myriad flowers and roses. And while there are not many mosquitoes or bugs, you can spend time on the screened in porch as needed. We still enjoy the patio in the fall with fire pit and heat lamp. We are a 10 minute walk down the street to the water and a GREAT restaurant (with roof deck), and short trip to Marblehead and Salem for fun outings. Boston is less than 30 minutes.