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

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A spacious hallway with a piano, a sofa, and a dining area in the background.
A traditional room with a wooden door, a bench with cushions, a patterned rug, and a window with floral curtains.
A house with a brick pathway leading to a porch with two white wicker chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, a stove, and a kettle.
A grand staircase with wooden balusters and a chandelier, leading to a room with a patterned rug and a table with a lamp.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Marblehead, MA
  • Place, Marblehead Museum & Historical Society
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, King Hooper Mansion
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gas House Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave used beds unmaid. The cleaning crew will strip & remake. Also if you could place any used towels in the downstairs shower, that would be very helpful! Thank you
Please leave the heat at 60 degrees when it is cold and turn off all AC units in the summer.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0224151680
Property # 3008949
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
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

Marblehead

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Marblehead Historic District, a neighbourhood in Marblehead. Bewitched in Salem and Salem Willows Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Square One Mall and MarketStreet Lynnfield. Travelling with kids? Consider Long Hill and Water Park of New England. 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

  • Marblehead Museum & Historical Society - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • King Hooper Mansion - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Abbot Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gas House Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fort Sewall - 13 min walk - 1.1 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
  • ‪Casa Corona - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marblehead Village Market - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Maddie's Sail Loft - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming downtown home in the center of Historic Marblehead: 5min walk to harbor?

As of 2 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming downtown home in the center of Historic Marblehead: 5min walk to harbor on 15 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,862, 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 Charming downtown home in the center of Historic Marblehead: 5min walk to harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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, just steps away from Marblehead Museum & Historical Society and King Hooper Mansion. Gas House Beach and Fort Sewall are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The hair dryer worked. The property was in a great location.Martha
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2026
We were able to immediately respond to any items that were brought to our attention. The other items brought to our attention, like a request for extra firm mattresses or a ultra-premium channel lineup, were not consistent with our listing and we are sorry that you didn't ask before you booked. Almost all our reviews are 5 out of 5, and there are numerous mentions of the comfortable beds. Although we have a hundred channels on cable and hundreds more on streaming Live TV, you also have the ability to load almost any app that you want to stream from. Our house is well over 100 years old and in great shape, but it is not new construction.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The houses is charming as is the area of Marblehead, the creaking floors there’s no way anyone can sneak around and scare people Abbott Hall, with their bell chiming every hour, was remarkable. It was just a lovely sound. We had to get used to the cars going by since we live in the country and we’re not used to living in a city. Marblehead is a very quaint little area, walking distance to the beach, plenty of restaurants and stores. Salem just up the road about 15 minute's, Boston is about an hour, Plymouth about an hour and a half. It is a perfect place to stay. My suggestions would be - install a shower curtain instead of the 1/2 glass panel in the upstairs bathroom, beautiful claw foot tub , downstairs showers is claustrophobic. If we decide to head back to Massachusetts we will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming. The location was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house, perfect location! We had the best time, thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing walkable location in the heart of historic Marblehead. Comfortable home with lovely architectural details and furnishings. Friendly responsive host. We’ll definitely try to book this spot again on our next visit to Marblehead.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location

Lots of space in this place! Beautiful rooms and great for family dinners.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good stay

Great location. Stayed here for a wedding in salem and it was really nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Experience

Had a wonderful stay! House was delightful, location perfect and great communication with the owner. Would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with all of the necessities for a multi day stay. The place was clean and charming. The area is a beautiful part of town. John, the host, made the check in process easy with great directions, instructions, and recommendations. He was responsive to questions and provided more info/recommendations for the surrounding area(s) when asked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming house and location

Our family was very pleased with the house and the location which is lovely and convenient to stores, restaurants and the coast. John was a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, very Marbleheady old home complete with creaking floors, lots of wood, radiators that worked excellently (it was cold & rainy for part of the time we were there), updated windows and large fans in every room. The common areas were comfortable and useful while still being charming. The kitchen was well stocked, including a spice rack. The decor in the bedrooms was a little sparse and the third floor bed was too small for my young, newly married 20-somethings. It would be fine for one person. The upstairs shower was classic Marblehead retrofit but a little dangerous for older folks - needs a grab bar for exiting. Abbot Hall bells didn't disturb and only brought back memories. The Marblehead walking access was exactly what we were looking for! Thanks for the authentic Marblehead experience!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for us. The owner was very nice and was easy to get a hold of. Great communication!! We did eat at Tonys pizza, very good. Lots of local small grocery stores. Very convenient to Salem.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marblehead family trip

Week of family and friends
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mr

Really enjoyed stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our school reunion. Plenty of room, centrally located. Kitchen was very well stocked. John was very responsive whenever we had a question. Very comfortable place and we would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marblehead visit

Great view of the water a short walk away. Day trips to Boston, Salem and Martha's Vineyard.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic historical hoose and setting.

The house is beautiful and very comfortable. There is do much to do in Marblehead we hardly left to see Salem and Boston.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marblehead stay

Comfortable home walking distance from Marblehead shops and 15 minutes driving from Salem.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Located in the center of Marblehead, MA, the property is convenient to the two main shopping areas of Marblehead. Ample on street parking is a benefit, and, in the event of snow there is a garage on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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