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Close to the City - Far from the Hassles

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Sleeper Sofa with a Built-in Full Size Air Mattress
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Dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 360.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Ocean view

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Swampscott, MA

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Close to the City - Far from the Hassles

You can fall asleep to the sound of the waves! A private one-bedroom apartment with a deck, a grill and a garden. This quiet and secluded location overlooks the Swampscott harbor that has three beaches as well as a number of shops and restaurants within an easy walk. Its close enough to stroll along the beach to hear some music at a local restaurant, yet far enough not to be disturbed by it at night.
Salem is only 10 minutes away and downtown Boston about 30. The place offers perfect relaxation after a busy day.
NOTE: THE PROPERTY IS ACCESSIBLE ONLY BY STAIRS, do not book if you have mobility issues! Checkout is 10 AM. At the end of your stay please take out the trash, and strip the bed.

Please tell me a little bit about your trip when booking and let me know if it’s 2 or 3 people that are coming. Thanks!

Property manager

Ivan
Premier Host

Languages

Czech, English, Hungarian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please tell me about yourself and the purpose of your trip
The house is accessible only by stairs. Do not book if you have mobility issues!
10 DAYS MAXIMUM!

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
Property Registration Number C0096092910

We should mention

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

About the area

Swampscott

Located in Swampscott, this apartment is in the city centre and by the ocean. Encore Boston Harbor and Boston Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit New England Aquarium and Museum of Science. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TD Garden or Leader Bank Pavilion. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Swampscott, MA

Getting around

  • Revere Beach Station - 11 min drive
  • Swampscott Station - 17 min walk
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's Seafood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to the City - Far from the Hassles pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Close to the City - Far from the Hassles?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close to the City - Far from the Hassles?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Close to the City - Far from the Hassles located?

Located in the heart of Swampscott, this apartment building is 2.5 mi (4 km) from The Lynn Auditorium and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Salem State College. Salem Pioneer Village 1630 and Salem Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km). Swampscott Station is 17 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi V.

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

Couples getaway

Cute little place to stay in our trip to Boston. Host was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy Z.

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

Beautiful area

We enjoyed our time at the property. It’s in a nice quiet location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Great stay

Great location View Ivan very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

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

Great time!

Amazing place thank you Ivan!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cali A.

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

Great Views

We loved our stay. Home looks exactly as pictured. The view is beautiful. Only regret is that we didn't stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Philippe G.

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

Nice place, nice area, no hassle

Nice little place, balcony with ocean view, nice area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nessa R.

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

Cozy, convenient and clean!

We came to the North Shore for a concert at the Lynn Memorial Auditorium, and needed a place to stay for 2 days afterwards. This Swampscott apartment was just a few minutes' drive from Lynn, tucked into a hillside with peeks of the Atlantic Ocean from its balcony and windows. The beach was a quick walk away. The apartment was beautifully appointed, cozy on a winter's night, and completely comfortable. The owner is responsive and so helpful. Loved every minute of this stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen D.

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

Stay

Loved the area. Very clean. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jill F.

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

Girl’s Trip

Came to see Salem but wanted to stay away from the city. Perfect spot! We could hear and see the ocean from the deck, and had some great meals at Dockside which we could walk to! The drive in to Salem was quick and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran C.

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

Convenient location

Within walking distance of beach and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Relaxing getaway!

Very nice and clean apartment with everything we needed for a short stay. Good location on a quiet street. The spacious deck with water views was a wonderful spot for an evening glass of wine or morning coffee. The stairs were a bit challenging, but overall we had a great stay at Ivan's place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esteban B.

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

Awesome stay in Swampscott

The property and grounds are beautiful and well kept. The owner was great to deal with!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

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

Sweet apartment in lovely area

Meetings brought me to Lynn and I found a gem in Swampscott. Great little apartment in a really nice neighborhood right on the water. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari And Richard R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Neighborhood!!

Easy to get to from Boston and easy to get to Salem. Swampscott is a nice little town. View and ocean waves was relaxing:) I’m not sure I’d have more than 2 people. It was comfy for myself:)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne J.

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

Private with a great view

We loved the location on the public stairway. Lovely neighborhood. Quick walk to restaurants and the beach. We enjoyed the beautiful deck with a wonderful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Quiet spot steps away from Fisherman's beach!

Small cozy beachhouse, while not on the beach, just steps away. Also those steps lead to swampscotts bustlin resteruant lineup, breakfast, lunch and dinner you choose. Quick drive between both Boston and Salem too. My wife and I loved our stay. Ea
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica S.

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

Cozy

Me and my girlfriends stayed here to visit Salem and it was perfect! Our host was super helpful and amazin!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

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

Highly recommend for a weekend getaway!

My fiance and I stayed here for a weekend trip to celebrate our anniversary. This apartment has everything you could ask for. It was very clean and comfortable inside and the deck makes for a perfect spot for morning coffee or an evening meal. You can see the ocean from the deck! It's also walking distance from a bunch of restaurants and only a ~20 minute drive from Salem. We loved our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Lovely Vacation Rental!

I really enjoyed my stay in this charming vacation rental . The location was perfect for visiting nearby family and friends as well as walking the beach. The accommodations were clean and comfortable, and the setting so very tranquil and relaxing and with beautiful view! Any questions or concerns I had were promptly answered and taken care of, which made for a stress free and most enjoyable vacation stay. Thank you Ivan!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul l.

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

A perfect place

Worked out to be a great place for me. Worked all night in Boston,then came back to a spotless, quiet place. Have to return to boston in a couple of weeks...unfortunately this place is unavailable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaina M.

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

Perfect for a Getaway

This property was perfect for two people! It’s located right in between Salem, Ma and Boston, Ma., so it was great to be able to explore both in one trip. The property itself was very clean and Ivan was quick to respond to any communications we had. I would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Birthday get away

Newly retired couple, wife’s birthday, just wanted a little getaway. Everything was great. Ivan was very gracious host.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Y.

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

Great location, hidden gem

We had a fabulous time visiting. Location ideal. You could easily walk to town have some dinner. There was an event going on with live music. We could hear it from the deck, which was wonderful while watching the airplanes coming in and out of Boston and all of the boats and ships in the water as well right from the deck, lots of birds had a really great time. Highly recommend taking the ferry from Lynn over to Boston. That was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great beach front property

Cozy, one bedroom apartment on the ocean. My friends and I stayed here to visit Salem and it was very easy to get there every day via bus, commuter rail, or a cheap Uber/Lyft. Great amenities (stove, microwave, dishes, etc.). The bed and pullout couch were very comfortable. The TV in the bedroom is a smart TV and is able to connect to Netflix, Spotify, etc. The porch overlooking the beach was beautiful and had a small table to sit at. Great for relaxing on at night. The apartment was a tad damp, so there were a few spiders, but nothing really noticeable. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Nice little hideaway a hop skip and a round about away from Boston

I am appreciative of the owners detailed description on how to find this property as I probably never would have found it otherwise. It is tucked away on the hillside of a beautiful inlet on the coast. The view of the water and Boston skyline from our balconey/porch was amazing. The setup was perfect for a couple, any more than 2 wouldn't fit well. Was kind of like a mother-in-law suite with a small stove, fridge, and sink. We used the fridge to stash "beverages" and snacks found on our adventure into Boston and Salem. We were unable to catch any of the local food in Swampscott but acess to a lot of good restaurants within 15-20 minutes especially in and around Salem, ones in Boston were a bit farther past the airport. Highly recomend for a weekend/week get away for a couple.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ivan

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I was born in Europe and grew up in New York City. Now I am a musician and a professor in Boston.

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