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Padanaram Harbor

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Exterior
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private fenced-in yard
    One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Dartmouth Cultural Center
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Dartmouth, MA
  • Place, Dartmouth Cultural Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Brown University
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Rhode Island Convention Center
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

First Floor Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

First Floor Full Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Second Floor Full Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Padanaram Harbor

great coastal vacation home in a wonderful family neighborhood. Our house is a short walk from a private association beach, perfect for launching paddleboards and kayaks or watching the sunset. Horseneck and Demarest Lloyd State beaches as well as Dartmouth Beaches are close by. Walk into the village to enjoy vibrant restaurants, shops, New Bedford Yacht Club, marinas and waterfront services including boat and kayak rentals. Short drive to the many galleries and artist studios, vineyards and breweries in the south coast area. Spend the day exploring New Bedford's Whaling Museum and maritime history. Check out local charter fishing or take the ferry to the islands for a day. Enjoy abundant fresh local produce, meats, seafood, eggs and milk and many farmers markets. Home comfortably sleeps 10. and has 3 full baths. Fully fenced backyard with deck for outside family dinners and delightful front porch to watch the world walk by. Amenities include whole house central AC and high speed internet.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Fully fenced in backyard
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0095260720
Property # 4959234
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

About the area

South Dartmouth

Located in Dartmouth, this holiday home is by the sea. Rotch Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum and Cornell Farm are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Slocum's River Reserve and Demarest Lloyd State Park. Dartmouth Cultural Center and Buttonwood Park Zoo are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Dartmouth Cultural Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Coastal Vineyards - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Brown University - 50 min drive - 62.7 km
  • Amica Mutual Pavilion - 51 min drive - 64.5 km
  • Providence Place Mall - 51 min drive - 65.2 km

Getting around

  • New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Padanaram Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Padanaram Harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Padanaram Harbor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Padanaram Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Padanaram Harbor located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Dartmouth Cultural Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of St. Luke's Hospital and Southcoast Health. Rotch Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum and New Bedford Fire Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enrique P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very spacious, clean, and the backyard was great for relaxing. The host was readily available and easy to connect with. A very nice location for various activities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy L.

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

Charming house with wonderful owners

What a gorgeous property in a perfect location. The owners saw to our every need, even when we had to adjust our stay. We felt right at home and can’t wait to go back. Thank you so much for a perfect week in Padanaram.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
our pleasure to host fellow sailors. Most welcome to come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Family trip

We are return guests. Love this place. Beautiful backyard and gardens. Enough bedrooms for family. Barbara is very responsive and great to deal with
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2024
Thank you! We love returning guests. ❤️ Looking forward to having you family stay again next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Great

Wonderful stay in S Dartmouth! House is well appointed and garden is bountiful and in a beautiful backyard. Barbara is a great host - always responsive. Will book again for sure !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
athank you. Looking forward to hosting you in 2024!
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie E.

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

Great owners

We rented this property for our daughter's wedding. The owners were very available and helpful with our needs. This home was in a great neighborhood and close to our wedding venue. The house had plenty of space and a nice backyard.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Thank you so much. Very happy it worked out. We hope you will come back and visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Handy

Very livable, cosy house - well furnished, kitchen more than adequate, and the air conditioner will keep you cool............
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
looking forward to having you and your family back again next year for more sailing lessons. or just to enjoy being with old friends
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Perfect property

This property is the perfect location for my family. Luckily it is also a wonderful place. Clean, well appointed, great number of bedrooms, and backyard and gardens that are spectacular. Always great communication. Thanks so much. Hoping for the same time next year !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle b.

Padanarum home is like a Harry Potter tent -- deceptively modest exterior w/ unbelievable capacity!

The Honthumbs's home was a perfect base for our quick getaway. We didn't use the house to nearly its capacity -- there were just four of us for two nights and we were almost always out enjoying the beach and our friends nearby. The house is really clean and comfortable, with lots of nooks to curl up or hang out, and the beds provided great rest. The location is great, too, with easy access to just about any experience you want down on the South Coast. I'm so grateful that these adventurous folks let us take advantage of their place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Michelle and her family were absolutely wonderful guests. The house was immaculate upon their departure. We are thrilled they had such a great time and welcome them back next summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky N.

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

Glorious retreat

We love Padanaram (and all of the Dartmouth area) so we were thrilled when this house popped up as available. It’s in the magical village of Padanaram, it has a small community beach for your water pleasure and then every else the Dartmouth area has to offer. Fantastic. The house is really lovely inside and outside. Lots of room, very clean and air conditioned! The owners were easily accessible. We can’t wait to come back again and again. What a find.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2020
Thank you so much ! We are looking forward to your returning next year
Verified

6/10 Okay

Karen D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice location and roomy house but lacking tlc

The house was a nice size for 3 couples including 2 kids. The upstairs had a door so my kids could sleep peacefully while we were up and didn’t have to worry about how loud we were. Location was great right near the shops. House needs a little tlc and was a bit run down. There were no blinds in one of the bedrooms so we had to use eye masks and the other room was so hot with no a/c so we never used it. Little things like no soap provided in the bathrooms took away from the b&b feel we expected. We were expected to replenish the soap in bathrooms which I thought was ridiculous for the price we paid! The cleaners didn’t do a great job so I had to buy Clorox wipes and clean kitchen and bathroom counters. The owners did apologize for this and were definitely fast in replying to the two times I reached out to them. So that was nice. Also, the beach you have access to leaves much to be desired as it is basically a lawn with a small strip of dirty sand with still water. The house worked for us but I wouldn’t rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
The weather was absolutely horrendous the week Karen was here with extreme, unusual heat and a violent rain and wind storm as well. We reached out numerous times to check in and see if there was anything our guests needed. So sorry this guest had a less than wonderful stay as our goal is to make sure our guest enjoy their time in our home. To help address the concern about heat we have installed central AC for 2020.
Verified

8/10 Good

Katie T.

Great family vacation spot

This house overall is super cute and a great vacation spot. We went with another family and the layout was great for having one family upstairs and the other on the main level. There is no Central air but there is a window unit upstairs that does a great job at night cooling all 3 rooms upstairs if you shut the door at the top of the stairs. The window unit on the main level is in The master, but doesn’t do a ton for the 2nd bedroom with 2 twin beds. It was really humid while we were there and we were fine though- ocean breezes are a beautiful thing! The house really had everything we needed but doesn’t have anything for litttle babies so bring a pack and play and or high chair if you need one. The beach was a great 5 minutes walk and while it’s not a sandy “day at the beach” spot, it was great in the afternoons for exploring under rocks and looking for crabs with kiddos or just enjoying a quiet peaceful sunset on your own. The backyard was spacious and perfect for grilling and hanging out. There is also a garden that they let us pick through with fresh kale, lettuce and herbs. The owners were also great. They have resources for people not familiar with the area. They were flexible with us regarding our dates and were just really easy to work with. Lastly, if you aren’t familiar with the area, welcome to cape cod without the traffic. 5-10 minutes walk gets you to 4 restaurants, and cute coffee shop with some gourmet goods, a little shopping and of course ice cream. You are also 5 minutes away and over the bridge from a public beach or 20 minutes to Horseneck state beach. There is a boat rental shop 5-10 minutes away that also rents paddle boards and kayaks. If you haven’t vacationed here, do it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
This is our first year renting our home in Padanaram so we are very pleased that our guests had such a wonderful experience!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful cozy home that surprises you with its spaciousness! Our entire family fit in easily with 2 offices available for remote work as needed. The crowning jewel is the well tended, lush garden filled with vegetables,bunnies and beautiful birds. We all enjoyed sitting outside on the deck in nature or bird watching from the kitchen. Host was very easy to work with and attentive. This is a 10/10 vacation home and we highly recommend you visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2026
Thank you Kim. We are happy you enjoyed your stay and the family teunion/birthday party. Have a safe trip home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Quiet…Peaceful…Roomy…Comfortable

Quiet neighborhood, peaceful garden, roomy house, comfortable beds. This house gave us a everything we wanted. There was an issue with the hot water at the beginning of our stay, but Barbara stayed in touch and corrected the problem as quickly as possible. It’s a beautiful house with plenty of space and bathrooms. It’s perfect for s large group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlea J.

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

Lovely!

Very well appointed, comfortable, clean and lovey house. Host had an excellent binder of information on local farms, beaches, hiking trails and places to eat. The location is wonderful, it’s a quick walk into the village, which is nice if you would rather walk than drive for your morning coffee. Host was excellent at communicating.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamey M.

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

Recent visit.

We were very pleased with our stay. We found the photos and description of the home to be accurate. An organized binder welcomed us with all the information we needed to settle in immediately. Barbara responded quickly to communications prior and during our stay. Barbara and Rick’s home is a short walk to the inner harbor where we safely kept our kayak and paddle board during our stay. One can take a several mile walk through neighborhoods ending up at the water front and the Farm and Coast Market for a beverage and delicious snack . Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, The Honthumb’s neighbors greeted us with smiles and waves each day.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Great location - close to village

We had a great stay at Barbara & Ricks. Our kids loved all the animals that came to visit in backyard (bunnies, birds, ground hog), and also picking some veggies from the garden. Check in was very easy. Close walk to Padnaram village for shops and restaurants - beaches also close by. Barbara was very responsive with questions during stay as well. House is well stocked with beach chairs and towels so no need to bring your own.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

liz h.

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

Wonderful spot for family gathering

This was the perfect spot for our family vacation, including children, parents, and grandparents. The house was spacious and comfortable and has all the amenities we needed. We were even able to pick and eat some fresh vegetables from the garden. Convenient access to the beach and shops was a plus. Barbara was wonderfully responsive. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

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

Clean House, roomy, beautiful yard

House was clean with plenty of space for four of us. Large, private yard with deck, fire pit, veggie and flower gardens. Can walk to town and association beach (small). Barbara was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2020
Thank you Lesliw. We hope you come back next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Wonderful stay

The house and location were perfect, especially in light of social distancing. With plenty of options for outdoor activities, eating, and nooks for reading. Although we were not a large group we appreciated the multiple bathrooms, bedrooms and sitting rooms. House was impeccably clean, well equipped, and comfortable- central ac was especially welcome as the week was very hot and humid! Delightful walk to the village and through charming neighborhoods.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agnes V.

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

Wonderful short stay!

This was the perfect home base for our short stay. Short walk to quaint Padanaram Village. Quick drive to Horseneck Beach and Demarest Lloyd State Park. Also enjoyed driving around nearby towns and relaxing on the deck at the end of the day. The home was comfortable and had everything we needed. Barbara was a very responsive host. Thank you for accommodating our short stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana K.

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

A wonderful house in Dartmouth

My friends and I really enjoyed our stay - it was a wonderful and spacious house with a beautiful backyard area and was well-positioned to drive to a bunch of beaches
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2020
We are as happy you enjoyed yourselves. You are welcome back any time
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camila H.

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

Cozy home, great location

Great home, lots of character and lots of space. Hostess was very nice and happy to help. Great location close to the village and water. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure to have you stay at our home. We hope you will come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Fantastic Stay

We had a group of sailors in for a regatta in New Bedford. The house held 12 of us comfortably (6 adults and 6 children). The pictures are deceiving; there is plenty of room upstairs and it's bigger than you think. They provided a great binder with plenty of local attractions. You can walk to downtown South Dartmouth and get ice cream. You can also quickly drive anywhere in south Massachusetts. There is a fabulous garden in the backyard. It's beautiful and we enjoyed sitting outside, relaxing and enjoying the peace and quiet. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Mark and his crew were fantastic guests! Not only did they water the flowers (it was crazy hot while they were there) but they also weeded the patio!! Welcome back any time.
Verified

8/10 Good

Hart B.

Well located bright house in South Dartmouth

Our group was not the typical short term rental client. We had a total of 9 guests comprising race team sailors, parents, and a coach staying in the house for 9 nights. Our group represented the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club 29'er youth race team on the summer leg of the 2018 regatta circuit. Every one had a bed with ample access to bathrooms and showers. The on demand hot water meant we never ran out of hot water which was an extra bonus. The house was comfortable and offered good value for our needs. Full basement with laundry, large back yard with seating for our group of 9 meant we could enjoy evening bbq's. There are trees and hedges to offer shade as well as umbrellas at the tables so we could be outside and escape the sun after a long day on the water. The entire crew enjoyed the short walk to Padanaram Village to see what was going on in the boat yard as we enjoyed ice cream from the local stand. Upscale shops and restaurants can also be found there. RVanYC 29'er Race Team
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay and congratulations to your racers!

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Honthumb

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We spent2018-19 sailing up and down the east coast on our sailboat Sirena. 2020 will find us cruising the new england coastal waters and look we look forward to sharing our home with visitors who enjoy the ocean as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We think our home is perfect for summer vacations or for sailors in townfor the many regattas that happen in Padanaram in the summer. We hope you enjoy your stay as much as we enjoy living here when not on our sailboat.

What makes this property unique

Easy access to great beaches, sailing and fishing.
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