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Charming downtown home in the center of Historic Marblehead: 5min walk to harbor

Family-friendly holiday home in Marblehead

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Bathroom
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Peabody Essex Museum
  • Place, Salem Witch Museum
  • Place, Salem Common
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2 -2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - 3rd floor

1 Double Bed

Master - 2nd floor

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom - 1st Floor

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom - 2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming downtown home in the center of Historic Marblehead: 5min walk to harbor

This historic 3 bedroom fully furnished house offers lots of space for enjoying your stay with easy access to shops, restaurants, harbor, local theater, museums, waterfront parks and beautiful downtown areas! The main living floor has a full eat-in kitchen (granite & stainless), pantry, formal dining room, open foyer, attractive living room (with TV over the fireplace), full bath, & laundry. WIFI and cable included. Light and airy, the master bedroom (king bed) looks out over historic 'old town’ and Abbott Hall. The large second bedroom features a queen bed. The bedrooms both open to a full bath with a claw-foot tub/ shower. A very large and cozy 3rd floor bedroom has a full bed, 2 windows and a skylight. This home has been thoughtfully updated over the years, preserving most of the historic features and extensive woodwork. There is a modest side yard with a deck (with grill), brick patio, putting green, and small grass area. At the rear entry there is a porch. Garage parking available. Rent by week, month or annual.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0224151680

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marblehead

Located in Marblehead, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Sagamore Spring Golf Club and Deer Island HarborWalk are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Revere Beach and Nahant Beach - Lynn Shore Reservations. Travelling with kids? Consider Salem Wax Museum and Bewitched in Salem. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Marblehead, MA

What's nearby

  • Peabody Essex Museum - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Witch House - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Salem Witch Museum - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Salem Common - 8 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Lynn Station - 10 min drive
  • Salem Station - 14 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Landing Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marblehead Village Market - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Marblehead Yacht Club - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Barnacle Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rip Tide - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming downtown home in the center of Historic Marblehead: 5min walk to harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming downtown home in the center of Historic Marblehead: 5min walk to harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming downtown home in the center of Historic Marblehead: 5min walk to harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming downtown home in the center of Historic Marblehead: 5min walk to harbor located?

This family-friendly Marblehead holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Marblehead Museum & Historical Society, Gas House Beach and Fort Sewall. Salem Harbor and Marblehead Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Absolute perfection!

This is such a a cool house right in the heart for Marblehead! You could not ask for a better location. The house was comfortable and clean with all the amenities you would expect. The owner went above and beyond to keep us comfortable during the recent heat wave.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn J.

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

Great Stay

The house was as described. Really enjoyed our time there. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

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

Lovely home in beautiful Marblehead MA

This vacation home in historic downtown Marblehead MA, is lovely and so charming. It has original beautiful wood-workk throughout and has very comfortable beds and extremely clean with new living room furnitures. The owner, John was very nice to communicate with and shared helpful information. You will be pleased staying in this home which has the most perfect downtown location where you can walk everywhere in the beautiful Marblehead town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Marblehead Family Vacation

Family trip of 6 enjoyed a great week in Marblehead! The house was perfect for our group. Everyone had their own space and plenty of room in living and dining rooms. The character of the house was perfect for the area! Walkable to cute shops and great restaurants. Close to beach! We even took a bus from town to the train station and spent the day in Boston. John was a great host! He supplied area information and responded quickly to questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephie j.

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

Great House

Great location, plenty of room in the house for my family, John was very helpful with any questions I had. Would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Lovely area

This house was perfect for what we needed. The town had quite a lot to offer and it was a quick car ride to Salem.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

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

Mr

Really enjoyed stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly F.

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

Lovely!

John is a wonderful host! We loved the house and its location was great. Marblehead is such a beautiful town rich in history. Easy ride from Marblehead to Salem. Beaches are within walking distance as well as several restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Marblehead Life

John was an amazing host. He was there for us if needed. House great location could walk to harbor and all the stores and restaurants. Beautiful.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

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

Marblehead

Fabulous location, charming historical home. The street parking is generous and you should have no problems finding parking. We had a memorable dinner down the street at Five Corners Kitchen, didn’t even have to drive since it’s a five minute walk. Landlord was very friendly and extremely responsive. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

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

Amazing Halloween week

The four of us stayed here for the week of Halloween. The close distance to Salem along with the short walk to plenty of shops in downtown Marblehead made it the perfect location. John was very helpful and made for an easy check in and check out. The house was amazing, with plenty of room for four people to move around comfortably and well equipped for the breakfasts we cooked and the chicken we grilled. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Awesome place!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at John's house in Marblehead. Very quaint, clean and everything was as advertised. The owner, John, was responsive, friendly and attentive. We could not have been more pleased.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mimi S.

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

Best Stay/Host in Marblehead

The host was extremely organized and helpful with tons of information. He even called to discuss the details of our stay. His home was charming beyond belief. None of us wanted to leave. I will book this home in Marblehead every time I am in the area! Such a wonderful experience!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

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

Nancy

It was amazing. great walking distance from all shops and restaurants. absolutely loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bennett S.

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

Charming, comfortable house in a perfect location!

John's house in Marblehead was the perfect base for our holiday visit. The house is in a wonderful location for walks into town and is quiet, charming, spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped. John was a truly fantastic host and was responsive, flexible and accommodating. We highly recommend this property and hope to return in the future!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

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

Family reunion

I was visiting town with family and have lots of family in town. The house is perfectly situated next to Abbot Hall steps from both old town as well as the downtown shops and restaurants. Parking was easy, check in was easy and the house had everything we could need. It also had several charming outdoor spaces for coffee or reading. Thank you John for your kind thoughtful hospitality
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas I.

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

Great Spot

This was everything that was listed. It’s a very young 118 years old! We were in town to see the Marathon and this was available, although it was 20 minutes to the subway, it was the best decision we made. The host was very helpful and the town of Marblehead was enjoyable. The next time we are going to Boston we will stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Laura O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in Marblehead

My family had a wonderful time in Marblehead. There was plenty of space to entertain or stretch out for an extended stay and the bedrooms were large and comfortable. There were plenty of towels and space in the fridge. It is an excellent location close to downtown and everything is walkable. Bathing was slightly difficult because the tub was an old clawfoot with an attached showerhead that was a bit temperamental, but we mase it work with a family of 4. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tedda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marblehead is a small, quiet and historic town. The house is located right across the street from Abbott Hall where the Spirit of 76 Museum is. We had all the comforts of home, like A/C, even though it was an older home … it had great ambience. We spent a lot of time in the dining room at the large family table, catching up and playing board games (many provided). This kitchen had everything you could need to make a large family meal. We went grocery shopping at the quaint Crosby’s Marketplace the first day, and ate breakfast and most dinners at the house to save money. It felt centrally located. We spent a day at Devereux Beach, and hopped on the Lynn Ferry to go to downtown Boston to experience the Freedom Trail. We also went to Salem for the Witch Trial Museum as well as the Salem Maritime Museum, recommended by John. My high school teacher son loved the Customs House where Nathaniel Hawthorne wrote. We also took in a Red Sox game at Fenway. There’s so much to do that I recommend at least 6 days there. John was very responsive and helpful when we were planning our trip, as well as after when we left an item in a rush to leave and catch our flight. I highly recommend staying at his adorable, historical home!
My musician son appreciated the organ.
Gorgeous wooden staircase to 2nd floor
Master Bedroom
Cannolis brought back North End … yum!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

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

Great Location in Charming Town

The home is comfortable with plenty of space and situated in the historic district. It was an easy walk to shopping, dining and waterfront. The locals were friendly and helpful. Location is convenient to Salem. As mentioned, the upstairs shower is challenging, but downstairs shower worked better for some of us. John was helpful and responsive when I had questions. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Lovely house, lousy weather

This is a wonderful old house, beautifully preserved with period details and located right in the middle of Marblehead’s charming historic district. We decided to cut our visit short because the winter weather made it impossible to enjoy the neighborhood as we had hoped. It would be a great place to stay in warmer weather, with lots of space, comfy beds and a well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

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

Great location and responsive owner

This house is located in the historic area of Marblehead within blocks of water views, shops, and restaurants. (We met so many kind and friendly people on our daily walks!) Don't miss Prospect Alley and a meal at The Barnacle. John greeted us upon arrival and was available via text at all times, checking in to be sure all was in order. The house was clean and comfortable with plenty of space to spread out. Outdoor spaces include a nice front porch and a cute deck and side yard. Access to a good kitchen and laundry facilities was especially appreciated by us. If we're ever in the area again, we'll surely try to make this our place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark m.

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

06 07 24

What an outstanding location and an OUTSTANDING home. Right in the heart of downtown Marble Head. The houses in the area are all built in the 1600's. John was always available. Parking was right on the street and right in front of the house. It really was a gorgeous home and area. Since you are right next to the City Hall, and its the tallest spire in the city, you can always find it. You are only 30 minutes from Logan. Be aware, that if you are from the Midwest, it does take a bit to get use to the area drivers, as they will honk even when the light is red. That does take some getting use to. We would rent again. It was perfect for a 2 yr old, a 11 month old and their parents and grandparents. A great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan M., Los Gatos, CA

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Old House in Old Town

Beautiful old home in down town Marblehead. Large planked wooden floors kept in spectacular condition. Misleading description re:bathrooms. Upstairs bath 90% dysfunctional. Claw foot tub & shower total accident not up to code. Toilet & Sink fine. Only bath to use is down stairs. Again old and unsecured drain. When I entered food cabinets filled with old food from previous tenants. Old bathroom products left from previous tenants.(1/2 used tooth paste, 1/2 dozen used toothbrushes. Not pleasant. Bedspreads and blankets old and dirty. Unhealthy environments. Upon my suggestion Owner did buy 2 new bedspreads, pillow covers & 1 new blanket. John is truly a kind man and means well. Suggestion is to review VRBO Host requirements.
Stayed 41 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time visiting Marblehead!The house was perfect for us. We each had our own bedroom, the kitchen was fully equipped, and the downstairs area was perfect for sitting and talking. I had a few questions for John and he texted back each time in a timely, friendlymanner. Marblehead is a lovely little town and we want to go back. Will definitely stay in the same place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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