Location: Marblehead, North of Boston & Greater Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts, USA
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 4 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
The house is available as a home rental subject to availability, which is updated daily on the website for the Fox Pond B&B. Please look below for the Fox Pond link. Availability can be found on each of the room pages as well as many pictures of the home and gardens. Please review availability to ensure that none of the rooms have been rented during your request for rental.
Fox Pond is quite possibly one of the north shore's most romantic hideaways. Nestled among giant oaks on a cul-de-sac and adjacent to 33 acres of conservation land, Fox Pond provides a sanctuary for the weary traveler or guest looking for a place to relax.
Fox Pond is a sanctuary for birds and an occasional fox. Guests can listen to a quiet waterfall and watch the koi swim through beds of water lilies and iris. The yard is distinguished by rock ledge, stonewalls, large oak trees and a 50’ reflective pond. Specimen trees include a red bud, birches, Japanese red maples, hemlocks, junipers and dogwoods. Accent lighting provides a magical view during the night’s darkness.
There is a path from the property to the ocean, which can be walked in three minutes. Hiking and biking trails are accessible providing a comfortable 30 minute walk or 10 minute bike ride to Marblehead center. The house is less than a 5-minute drive to beaches, shopping and restaurants.
Fox Pond has three queen bedrooms with private marble baths. The largest room is the Pond Room located on the first floor at the rear of the house. The Coral and Cloud rooms are large sunny rooms on the second floor in the front of the house. Each room is furnished with antiques and oriental rugs.
First Floor-Rear: POND ROOM This room is possibly Marblehead's largest and most romantic room. Features include 23' cathedral ceiling, fireplace, AC, TV, oriental rugs, Eldred Wheeler furniture, French doors to private deck, view of the koi pond, double sink vanity, large corner shower and jacuzzi tub.
The entire bathroom is Crèma Marfil Marble and light is provided by two crystal sinks back lighted to provide a warm glow. Perhaps the most dramatic element is the 19’ window wall, which provides breathtaking view of the surrounding oak trees or the lighted koi pond.
Louise Lubetkin who is a writer and correspondent had this to say: “the addition includes a two story “window wall” that has the effect of erasing the boundary between the indoors and the outdoors in a breathtaking way.” The Pond Room is perfect for special occasions and will provide a lasting memory.
Second Floor-Front Right: CORAL ROOM The Coral Room is a large sunny room with southern and western exposure. There has both a TV and A/C. The room is furnished with antiques and oriental rugs.
There is a new Eldred Wheeler canopy bed. Attached to the room is a full marble bathroom with a shower/tub and corner vanity. The shower and floor are Botticino Marble. The ceilings are cathedral with two opposing skylights and accent lighting.
Second Floor-Front Left: CLOUD ROOM The Cloud Room is the combination of two previous bedrooms. It is a large sunny room with eastern and southern exposure. The room is furnished with a TV and A/C. The Cloud Room features an Eldred Wheeler Acorn bed and the walls and ceiling are decorated with painted clouds.
Attached to the room is a full marble bath with large corner shower, glass on glass enclosure and a view of the pond and formal gardens. The marble is Rojo Coralito, which gives the room a dramatic feel.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- This home also operates as the Fox Pond B&B. The website has many pictures and availability for your convenience. Website: www.foxpondbnb.com
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Museums
- Miniature golf
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$2500/week
Security Deposit - $2500.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1997
I came to Marblehead in 1987 to race my sailboat and purchased 31 Arthur Ave with the intentions to remodel and add to the existing home. The house was more than doubled in living area, a two car garage was constructed and over 2,000 square feet of decking and porches were added. The house is a showcase for my architectural business as well as a bed and breakfast. The house and gardens have been in numerous national magazines and one paper. I live alone with Sophie and enjoy times on the water and golf course.
Why the Owner Chose Marblehead
Marblehead is a quaint New England town with one of the largest sailing harbors in MA. There are many things to do and the location is central to Cape Ann, Newburyport, Boston, Concord and Southern NH and ME.
The Unique Benefits of this House
The house is located in an exclusive neighborhood with direct access to 33 acres of conservation land with nature trails leading to the town center (30 minutes). Beaches are 5 minutes by car and the town is 5+ minutes.
Property Photos
- Fox Pond - Rear - Marblehead Vacation Home Near Beaches, Shopping and Restaurants
- Fox Pond - Front - Marblehead Vacation Home Near Beaches, Shopping and Restaurants
- Patio and koi pond - Marblehead Vacation Home Near Beaches, Shopping and Restaurants
- Pond Room
- Living Room
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #237085
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