Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
Guests like the location for the scenic views.
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Near Plum Island Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Balcony
Toys
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Internet
Explore the area
Newbury, MA
Plum Island Beach
Place, Plum Island Beach
2 min walk
Newbury Beach
Place, Newbury Beach
15 min walk
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
Place, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
2 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
Airport, Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
40 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Two-story riverfront retreat with a furnished deck, views, & washer/dryer
Set right on the river and located within walking distance of the beach, the Plum Island National Wildlife Reservation, and a handful of quaint shops and eateries, this two-story, four-bedroom home is ready to welcome you and your group to historic Essex County. Venture out a bit to discover several other local attractions including the Plum Island Lighthouse, Waterfront Park, downtown Newburyport, and the Turner Hill Golf Club, all within 20 miles of your front door.
While river views and water activities await nearby, you'll also find plenty of accessories and fun right at home including an extensive collection of books, a smart TV for streaming all your favorite channels, a DVD player and media library, a piano, board games, and even a pair of binoculars for the birders in your group. With an array of updated appliances, stock up the fridge and easily prepare all your favorite recipes in the well-equipped kitchen. Dine indoors or head out to your furnished deck for the perfect alfresco experience.
For sleeping options, choose from your comfortable bedrooms, two of which include skylights as well as air-conditioning units for your comfort. This home also features a private washer/dryer to let you pack light for your trip!
House Rules Check-in time: 4:00 PM. Check-out time: 10:00 AM. All guests shall abide by the good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
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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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Newbury
Located in Newbury, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Oldies Marketplace and Todd Farm Flea Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hampton Beach and Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. Travelling with kids? Consider Custom House Maritime Museum, or check out an event or a game at Casino Ballroom. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Plum Island Point - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Hampton Beach - 25 min drive - 23.8 km
Getting around
Newburyport Station - 12 min drive
Rowley Station - 16 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Cristy's Pizza - 14 min drive
Abraham's Bagels - 7 min drive
Sin A Loa - 14 min drive
Willey's Candy and Ice Cream - 14 min drive
Tripoli Pizza - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Two-story riverfront retreat with a furnished deck, views, & washer/dryer pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Two-story riverfront retreat with a furnished deck, views, & washer/dryer?
As of 21 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Two-story riverfront retreat with a furnished deck, views, & washer/dryer on 11 January 2027 start from NZ$1,669, 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.
How much is parking at Two-story riverfront retreat with a furnished deck, views, & washer/dryer?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Two-story riverfront retreat with a furnished deck, views, & washer/dryer?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Two-story riverfront retreat with a furnished deck, views, & washer/dryer?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Two-story riverfront retreat with a furnished deck, views, & washer/dryer located?
This family-friendly Newbury holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Plum Island Beach and Newbury Beach. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge and Salisbury Beach State Reservation are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Hello Katelin, Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback regarding your recent stay with us. We are glad that you have enjoyed your time here. We appreciate you making us aware of the things that need some attention. We have taken note of your concern and your feedback has been forwarded to our local staff for further review and action. Thank you for considering our property and we are hoping that you will consider us again next time.
This was our second time at this property. It fits our family of 7 perfectly. Just keep in mind that when it is hot out, only 2 of the 4 bedrooms have AC and there is none in the main part of the house. In June it was okay, but last July/August it gets hot to be able to sleep and sometimes for hanging out during the day. If they could put AC in I’d probably rent it every year!
The house was exactly as I was described. Lots of room for everyone to have space for their stay. It was a perfect rental as a place ro stay to attend my daughter’s wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
R Scott B.
29 June 2025
Location!!!
The home is a bit dated, but a beautiful location and was just fine for us.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Prudence D.
16 June 2025
Excellent Stay!
This house was charming! With beautiful views, great amenities and comfy beds, we had a great stay. Each day sat on the deck and watched the tide come in and out, we watched the birds at the feeder, we took strolls to see the ocean and made wonderful dinners in the kitchen - it was just spectacular all around!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joyce N.
19 September 2024
Spectacular views of the marsh.
It is a comfortable place to unwind. Sitting on the deck sipping breakfast coffee and watching the birds.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nick B.
27 April 2024
Charming Home, Amazing Views, and Location
Exactly what I was expecting for a family getaway on Plum Island. Plenty of room, amazing views of the marsh, birds, and sunsets. The home has that beach cottage charm and everything you need for a relaxing time.
We were able to walk to the beach and the Sunset Grill. Minutes to everything Plum Island and Newburyport has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Evan S.
26 June 2024
Great spot on Plum Island
Spent a few days here with friends and really loved everything about this house. The view of the water is amazing, and the house stayed cool naturally with a nice breeze from the ocean (note some rooms are air conditioned and others not). It’s a close walk to shops and restaurants. Everything was clean and loved the whole vibe of the house. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Edward S.
23 July 2025
LOVE this home!
This was our second time at the Audrey Leigh, and it was so wonderful to be back. With five beds and plenty of fresh linens, and two separate gathering spaces inside, we could all really spread out inside between trips to the beach. The beach is a short and charming walk away (past the best restaurant on the island), but the basin and sunset views from the house makes us glad we are away from the hustle of the beach itself. More though, the Audrey Leigh feels like a real home, loved by its longtime owners, authentic to Plum Island’s history, and not just another hotel room made five years ago for short term rentals. We will definitely return!
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Dave P.
6 October 2024
Audrey Leigh, Newbury, MA
The house location is good. Kitchen is very well equipped. House itself needs some updating and sprucing up. The odors upon entering the house were stale and objectionable. Airing out the place helped.
Was overpriced given the conditions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2024
We are disappointed to read that your recent experience was not satisfactory. We will continue to work with both our local staff and homeowner to make improvements to this home and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you!
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Nancy P.
17 May 2024
Beautiful location
My husband and I had a comfortable weekend at this rental, but the decor leaves much to be desired for the price. The kitchen was well appointed and clean, we found everything we needed. There was no complicated check out routine, which we appreciated, and were offered the opportunity to check in early since the cleaners were finished early, which was wonderful logistically. We did leave a game of ours there by accident a few weeks ago and have yet to hear that it’s been found, so make sure to round up your belongings before you leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2024
Hi Nancy, thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback as a means to continually improve our homes for future guests.
We hope to host you for another truly carefree and great vacation in the future!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Edward S.
4 August 2024
Fabulous Summer Getaway!
My friends and I needed a place where we could reconnect and unwind, and the Audrey Leigh was the PERFECT place. Right on the edge of the Plum Island basin we had a private beach at every high tide, and could walk a charming foot path directly to the public beach whenever we chose. The house was fully furnished in every way; clearly an actual home and not just a rental property. Six of us slept very comfortably and enjoyed lots and lots of communal space both inside and on the deck looking out over the basin. We stayed two weeks and felt like real locals with a quick walk to Mad Martha's for breakfast and the Sunset Club for dinner, and an 8 minute drive to everything in downtown Newburyport. Ten out of ten. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!!!
We were looking for a place with 4 rooms that weren't super crowded and had enough places to park and we came across this listing.
It's a bit "Harry Potter" like, in a sense that it has corridors and rooms that connect up and down from different directions and It's very cool. I love that the living room area has a high ceiling and is open to the 2nd floor so you don't feel crowded at all even if everyone is in the same living room.
Before getting there, google map said it would be a 15 minute walk from the cottage to the beach; however, we found that there is a path from the backyard that takes about 5 minutes to get to the beach. Not recommended at night as the tide comes in and the ground is a bit wet but during the day, it's fine.
It has a lot of big windows and doors that you can open so the air circulates well and isnt generally too hot even on a hot day but the rooms can get stuffy especially the two that don't have the AC installed.
The cottage was well maintained and had all the amenities mentionned on the page, except the baby high chair that we couldn't locate but it wasnt the end of the world.
The wifi provided was good, not spotty at all, and the water pressure from the shower was good as well.
Overall, we had a really great time here and we were very happy to discover this new place. The beach is very nice too. It's not overcrowded with tourists like hampton beach so it was very relaxing. The sand is a bit gritty but nothing to fret about.
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