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Lakefront cottage for a fun, relaxing getaway.
Enjoy a cozy stay in a lake front cottage. Located in Essex, on chebacco lake, this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home has everything you could need. Fully stocked kitchen, comfortable living space with wifi and a large TV, and a comfy couch overlooking the lake. We have a external monitor with a keyboard and mouse to set up a workstation if needed. A large deck and seasonal dock to hang out on. Close to the ocean if you get tired of the lake. It's an excellent home base on Boston's North Shore.

Blue Magnolia
High in the treetops, this spacious apartment is only two blocks from the Atlantic Ocean! You'll enjoy 1400+ square feet with beautiful hardwood floors, an all-new kitchen, and your choice of two comfortable bedrooms -- one king and one queen. With a sleeper sofa, the apartment can sleep six total. This is a 2-flight walkup with private entrance, plus access to a large patio and well-established plantings including roses & a grassy yard. Offstreet parking in back if needed, thru driveway gates.

Parker River House Two Bedroom
This is a private two bedroom one bathroom second floor suite in the owner occupied Tudor style Parker River House. Minutes from downtown Newburyport, the train to Boston, The Governor’s Academy and many outdoor recreational opportunities, the unit overlooks the Parker River and the Great Marsh. It offers a seasonal sleeping porch, a luxurious marble bathroom, large outside deck with a dining table, in unit laundry, refrigerator, microwave and Keurig. Private entrance and adjacent parking.

Direct Waterfront on Plum Island Sound Sunsets
Create lasting family memories at this unique direct waterfront home on Plum Island Sound in Ipswich’s peaceful Great Neck neighborhood. This 2 bed 2 baths offers stunning water views from nearly every room, ideal for family sunset dinners, open-concept living area with sunroom perfect for game nights or relaxing together. Spot wildlife along the shore or head to nearby Crane Beach one of New England’s most beautiful stretches of white sand with dunes, swimming, and endless family adventures.

Newly Finished Guest Haven in Woburn
Welcome to our newly finished in-law lower level suite in Woburn! This private 1-king bed bedroom, 1-bath retreat features a cozy living room, a well-equipped kitchenette with a private entrance. Located on a quiet dead-end street, it’s just 5 minutes from Woburn Center, 15 minutes from Encore Boston Harbor, and a 20-minute drive to downtown Boston. Perfect for business travelers or couples, enjoy a peaceful stay with easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment. Book your stay today!

private suite w/king bed
Enjoy a comfortable stay in our private and spacious sun-filled loft. Nestled on a scenic hill in a beautiful corner of Topsfield, this cozy studio suite is 30 minutes from Boston; 25 minutes from Salem; less than 20 minutes from local beach towns, Endicott College and Gordon College; and approx. five minutes from the Topsfield Fair Grounds, the Ipswich river, Mass Audubon hiking trails, and wedding venues like Peirce Farm at Witch Hill, The Commons 1854, Willowdale Estate and Moraine Farm.

Marblehead Tiny House
This new 360 square foot tiny house sleeps four comfortably. A mile from old town, down town, and just steps from Salem Harbor for breathtaking sunsets. The house is located in private, wooded back yard of our home. Kitchen is outfitted with small refrigerator, instant pot, air fryer, hot plate with pots and pans, microwave oven, blender, toaster, coffee maker, and electric tea kettle, as well as glasses, plates, flatware, etc for eating in. Kitchen table and chairs comfortably seats four.

Winter Island Retreat
Effective 4/1/23, NON Owner occupied listings have a 3% impact fee that is charged on the total expenses associated with the rental. Winter Island Retreat is a OWNER OCCUPIED listing that is the place; For total relaxation. Watch the sunrise and experience the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy your favorite beverage while rocking in an Adirondack chair on the patio. Inhale the smell of the ocean breeze and fragrant sea roses. Winter Island Retreat is an experience like no other in the Witch City.

Winery Studio w/ Private Hot Tub & Wine Tasting
Private Hot Tub, Vineyard Guesthouse at Winery. This former art studio is a true getaway to relax & feel at peace. Filled with natural light, it sits beside one of our historic 1800s barns on the winery property with vineyard views. Perfect for a romantic retreat or the traveling professional seeking a peaceful home away from home. Located in an affluent neighborhood minutes from shopping & restaurants. Your stay includes a complimentary wine tasting and 10% off all wine bottle purchases

The Artist Suite by Toi Moi
Welcome to Toi Moi's latest addition to AirBnb. This art-filled and chic suite with its own entrance and parking area blends influences from the Wabi-sabi philosophy, minimalist design, and old world treasures collected from our trips to create a unique aesthetic experience unavailable anywhere else on the North Shore. The Artist Suite is attached to our private home deep in the woods, creating a space for the solo traveler or romantic couple looking for serenity and inspiration.

Unit 2~Garden Getaway Close to Beach & Downtown
Holly House 2 is our 2nd floor Victorian vacation rental within close proximity to downtown, beaches, train, hiking, kayaking, biking, restaurants & shopping! Enjoy a stylish experience in this lovely home away from home with dedicated work space, comfy bedrooms/living room, in unit laundry & well stocked kitchen. A great retreat for couples, families, remote working/learning, nature enthusiasts, beach lovers, corporate stays, girl's weekends, holidays stays & more!

William Haskell House First Period Colonial Home
A First Period Colonial American experience in beautiful Gloucester, Massachusetts! As you step through the threshold of this sensitively restored 1680 residence, you are transported to an earlier time—immersed in the history of the home and the area. This listing reserves all four rooms in the house: Parlor Chamber, North Ell, the Spinning Room and The Gambrell Bedroom. As well as access to the kitchen and lounge area that has a television.
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