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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Newburyport, MA
- Parker River National Wildlife RefugePlace, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge3 min walk
- Plum Island BeachPlace, Plum Island Beach3 min walk
- Plum Island PointPlace, Plum Island Point5 min walk
- Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
About this property
The Plum Island Shanty! Walk to the beach!
Welcome to our home on Plum Island! New to us in June of 2021! New to VRBO in 2023. We have 5 star reviews on Airbnb from ALL of our past renters.
We will be opening up our summer 2023 calendar in January! Send us a message if you are interested in booking!
We only rent it 6–8 weeks of the year! (July + August)
Lovingly named the "Plum Shanty," our cottage was originally built in 1940 as a 350 square foot little fishing shack!
5 minute walk to the closest beach access.
We absolutely love hosting, and sharing our dream come true with you!
We will be opening up our summer 2023 calendar in January! Send us a message if you are interested in booking!
We only rent it 6–8 weeks of the year! (July + August)
Lovingly named the "Plum Shanty," our cottage was originally built in 1940 as a 350 square foot little fishing shack!
5 minute walk to the closest beach access.
We absolutely love hosting, and sharing our dream come true with you!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number C0323332060
About the area
Newburyport
Newburyport is home to this cottage. Hampton Beach and Parker River National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Custom House Maritime Museum and Firehouse Center for the Arts. The Collection and Sisters We Three are also worth visiting.
Newburyport, MA
What's nearby
- Parker River National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Plum Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Plum Island Point - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Newbury Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Hampton Beach - 22 min drive - 26.3 km
Getting around
- Newburyport Station - 12 min drive
- Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
- Carousel Bar & Lounge - 15 min drive
- Richards Diner - 13 min drive
- Abraham's Bagels - 8 min drive
- Seaglass Restaurant and Lounge - 15 min drive
- Vinnie’s Beachside Cafe - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Plum Island Shanty! Walk to the beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Plum Island Shanty! Walk to the beach!?
As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Plum Island Shanty! Walk to the beach! on 20 July 2023 start from NZ$700, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at The Plum Island Shanty! Walk to the beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Plum Island Shanty! Walk to the beach!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Plum Island Shanty! Walk to the beach! located?
Situated in Newburyport, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Newbury Beach and Plum Island Beach. Plum Island Point is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.
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