Entire home

Rockmere Inn: USA 250 Years - Stay in Historic Cozy Harbor Home & Town!

Photo gallery for Rockmere Inn: USA 250 Years - Stay in Historic Cozy Harbor Home & Town!

Cozy and warm ambiance
Watch the flowers bloom over morning coffee
Gather around the gas fireplace - so cozy on a cool night
So many conversation spaces for so many conversations
Elegant meals or buffet - Rockmere Inn accommodates both - History like this original 400-year-old barn door

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

View map
Marblehead, MA
  • Peabody Essex Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Salem Witch Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Salem Common
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Blue Master En Suite

1 King Bed

Captain's Quarters En Suite

1 King Bed

Crew's Quarters

4 Single Beds

Green Master En Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Captain's Quarters En Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper Level Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Rockmere Inn: USA 250 Years - Stay in Historic Cozy Harbor Home & Town!

Nestled in the heart of historic old town Marblehead, Rockmere Inn is a 1-minute walk to boutiques and restaurants, a 5-minute walk to Marblehead's famous harbor, and amidst a lovely stroll in the historic village. Wander along the streets of Marblehead and be transported back to colonial times.



Rockmere Inn harkens back to a time when travelers returned home with wares from long global jaunts. Each piece tells a story. Visitors are embraced by the wares of a global traveler juxtaposed with items that celebrate Marblehead’s seafaring and revolutionary history.



A visit to Rockmere Inn showcases the creativity of local builders, as the unique home traverses the rock ledge that connects Washington St to Mechanic St. As the home meanders up the ledge, each living space is presented as a separate level. Three of the separate levels provide a bedroom suite. The other levels provide the expansive living spaces.



If you want an elegantly appointed, spacious accommodation, Rockmere Inn is the place for you. Guest note: as is typical with many colonial era homes: stairways can be narrow and steep; floors slope. In particular with the home's unique design traversing a ledge, Rockmere Inn has 6 levels.



As one enters Rockmere Inn from the Mechanic St entrance, the guest is greeted by an entertainer’s dining room with a table that easily accommodates 12. A work space and a comfortable seating area overlook the garden. Hidden behind antique pumpkin pine doors are a coat closet, laundry, and a bar with beverage refrigerator.

Central to the dining room is an original, now decorative, fireplace and the 300-year-old barn door that leads to the gourmet kitchen. The kitchen provides seating for 8 and another gorgeous view of the private patio and garden.



Returning through the dining room, one descends to the massive living room decorated with an international traveler’s flair. The living room easily accommodates 14 with various conversation spaces sprinkled around the room.



Descend to another level, and one enters the Captain’s Quarter. This guest suite features custom paneling and cabinetry by the renowned custom yacht builder, Bruce Dyson. Visitors feel like they’ve entered the quarters of a luxury yacht, with a center mast and surrounded by hand-crafted mahogany cabinets, wet bar, and private bath. The captain’s quarters can be used as another living space or private sleeping quarters with a separate entrance to Washington St.



Returning to the dining room level, one ascends just 3 steps to the master bedroom level. The large master bedroom is elegantly furnished with a king-sized bed, nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps, a writing desk, decorative fireplace, seating, TV, walk-in closet, and full bathroom.



From the master bedroom level, ascend another set of stairs to another bedroom suite level. The large bedroom is elegantly furnished with a king-sized bed, nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps, seating, TV, walk-in closet, and 3/4 bathroom.



Finally, take the last 3 steps up to the crew’s quarters which accommodates 4 guests in 2 daybeds with trundles, 2 seating areas, built in dresser drawers, and walk-in closet. The crew’s quarters share the ¾ bath.



******* Rockmere Inn Highlights

Central historic Location – short walk to town and seaside

Private gorgeous garden with large patio and outdoor dining

High-speed WiFi

3 Large Screen Smart TVs

3 King sized bedroom suites

Gourmet kitchen

2 bars with beverage refrigerators

Washer & Dryer

Off-street parking



Accomodations:



***** Captain's Quarters ( sleeps 2)



- Private Entrance

- Daybed with trundle - can be converted into 2 twins or 1 king bed

- Seating areas

- Private 3/4 bath

- Wet bar with small refridgerator

- Large screen Smart TV

Note: TVs installed after photos.



***** Master Bedroom Level ( sleeps 2)



- King-sized bed nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps

- Decorative antique fireplace

- Seating areas

- Full bathroom with tub

- Walk-in Closet

- Large screen Smart TV

Note: TVs installed after photos.



***** 2nd Master Bedroom Level ( sleeps 2)



- King-sized bed nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps

- Seating areas overlooking garden and pation

- Shared 3/4 bathroom

- Walk-in Closet

- Large screen Smart TV

Note: TVs installed after photos.



***** Crew's Quarters ( sleeps 4)



- 2 Daybeds with trundle - provides 4 twin beds

- Seating areas

- Shared 3/4 bath

- Built in dresser drawers

- Walk-in closet

Property manager

Liann DiMare
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

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 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
Property Registration Number C0038171680

About the area

Marblehead

Marblehead is home to this holiday home. 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. Salem Wax Museum and Bewitched in Salem are also worth visiting.
Map
Marblehead, MA

What's nearby

  • Peabody Essex Museum - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Witch House - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Salem Witch Museum - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Salem Common - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • House of the Seven Gables - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Swampscott Station - 8 min drive
  • Salem Station - 10 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gerry 5 V.F.A. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • The Little Store
  • ‪Terry's Old Fashion Ice Cream Shop - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rip Tide Lounge - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockmere Inn: USA 250 Years - Stay in Historic Cozy Harbor Home & Town! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rockmere Inn: USA 250 Years - Stay in Historic Cozy Harbor Home & Town!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rockmere Inn: USA 250 Years - Stay in Historic Cozy Harbor Home & Town!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rockmere Inn: USA 250 Years - Stay in Historic Cozy Harbor Home & Town! located?

Situated in Marblehead, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Marblehead Museum & Historical Society and Gas House Beach. Fort Sewall and Marblehead Dog Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and accommodations. It was like waking up in a history book. If I could leave more than 5 stars, I would.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAUREN G.

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

Girls weekend

The house was great for our weekend stay! The check in process was super easy and property is in a great location. House was spacious and comfortable for 10 adults. The pictures of the captains quarters do not do it justice! Property was unique and quirky, and was as described. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isela G.

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

Home away from home.

This house was so comfortable from the cleanliness to the hospitality. The town was so nice and the people were so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Family vaca

We enjoyed the house very much! It was VERY CLEAN! Walkable to restaurants and shops. Will definitely stay there again if in Marblehead. Perfect for ages 6-60.

8/10 Good

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location, lots of stairs

We had a great time & the house is a 200-year old wonder! However, we had several senior citizens with us & would have booked elsewhere if we knew about the amount and steepness of stairs indoors & outdoors
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn D.

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

Charming historic home

We loved our visit and had plenty of room for our group!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very interesting. However I wasn’t aware that there were so many steps, both inside and outside. Although I am pretty mobile, I am 85 and I have some balance issues. The outside stone steps were particularly treacherous and my children insisted that I never go down them without help. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay for the three nights we were there. I don’t think it would serve us for a longer visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin H.

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

Nice Stay

Had a great time. Quaint little place with plenty of room. A lot of stairs but overall a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

M G.

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

Great Visit

Very comfortable and historic.. Marblehead is always an amazing time amd this home made it much more enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Beautiful Historic Home

This house was wonderful. It is very old and filled with historic charm. I’m a huge history, buff, so I loved it. We had a group of women staying here for a trip to Salem for my daughter’s 16th birthday. The neighborhood is nice and peaceful. There’s only one parking spot, so if you have multiple cars, you have to find parking on the streets. I loved the very large dining room table that fit at least 10 people. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sonya R.

Charming and comfortable

We had an amazing time at the Rockmere Inn. Everything was very clean, comfortable and beautiful. There were nine of us in our group, and there was enough space for all of us. I would definitely stay here again in the future. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

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

Family visit

House is very close to downtown shops and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

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

Beautiful

The house is beautiful. The town is beautiful. GPS location is slightly off and can be confusing when arriving at night, but this was the only issue we had. Everything else was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Girls Trip

We had a great time. LOVED the house and the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aidan D.

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

Super Fun Stay

The house is quirky and fun! Lots of beds and spaces to hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Reba B.

Rockmere Inn

Just spent the week at Rockmere Inn, Marblehead. It was a charming house in a beautiful town. Lots of activities for the Fourth of July even though the fireworks were canceled due to a fire. The entertainment in the park was fabulous. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

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

Fun for short getaway

The house was the perfect size for us - 6 people. Very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave Z.

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

Great unique house!

This place was great for a large group (there were 6 of us). Lots of space, and the bedrooms are nice and big. Walking distance to great restaurants, bars, & shops. The Marblehead area is beautiful, and it's nice to stay in an old 1700s house while you're there. Recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Great old house in old town

Cute and quaint house in picturesque town. Short drive to downtown Salem.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eliza W.

We had a wonderful time!!!

This house was so cool, funky, and perfect for what we needed for a family gathering. Marblehead is beautiful this time of year, and we had so much fun exploring the town. The house is perfect for walking, we were able to take our kiddos on many fun walks to the water, to the cafes, and just to look around at all the fun Halloween decorations. We all had our own space, but also had nice places to gather as a larger group. We were all comfortable and happy, and the owners were very responsive to our requests (help with parking, etc.) We want to come back again as soon as possible! Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Wonderful historic property!

This home was built in early 1700’s so the history and charm are infiltrated into every aspect of this home! That being said it’s not suitable for those who need ADA accessibility or any mobility concerns. It was a fully equipped kitchen, plenty of towels and pillows for all 10 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

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

In the heart of it!

The location of l this historic property was amazing and walkable to many attractions in Marblehood!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Good place to stay for multiple people

We had a group of 6 dads staying at the house while our kids were at a lax camp at Endicott College. It's a short walk to the waterfront shops/restaurants. Also about a 10-15 minute drive to Salem. We didn't stop there, but the shops and restaurants looked interesting. We had a great time sitting around talking and then heading out to the local places. Parking can be a little frustrating, but overall it was a great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jacob A.

Great Stay at a Unique Home

House and Service was perfect! The Property manager was very accommodating and quick to respond to questions. Weather was fairly cold but the house was remarkably warm for it's age. Would highly recommend for anyone looking to stay in Massachusetts.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

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

Incredible house

If walls could talk, this house would have a lot to tell. The history of this house is amazing. The house is just as it is listed on the site. There are no surprises. It's walking distance to Fort Seawall, parks, shopping and several restaurants and coffee shops. You must try Mookies for coffee and breakfast.....it's just around the corner. I just can't say enough great things about this house and this area. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Liann DiMare

Host profile image

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests