Location: Plum Island, North of Boston & Greater Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts, USA (40 Miles North of Boston, 2.5 Miles to Historic Newburyport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-5)
Perfect Autumn and Winter get away! No crowds! No traffic! Fabulous water view! Fabulous sunsets! Romantic, very quiet and private setting, perfect for anyone who wants to leave their busy life behind for a few days. This fully furnished year round home is completely winterized, has central heating, and is very cozy and snug. The living room and bedroom have vaulted ceilings. The bedroom has a slider to the deck, with a marvelous view of Plum Island Sanctuary dunes. The front bay windows offer a nice view of the Tidal Basin. The kitchen is equipped with condiments, spices, and all paper goods. Full bathroom with tub and shower, provides individual soaps, shampoos and lotions. Cable TV with HBO and Premium channels, features a Surround Sound system.
The private deck, with a gas grille, is perfect for relaxing, and star gazing, and has a lovely view of the Newburyport skyline. Plum Island, famous for the U.S. Wildlife Parker River Refuge for hiking, biking and birding, is an easy 40 minute drive from the historic Boston area. It is just 20 minutes from Portsmouth NH and Kittery, Maine, easily accessible to the NH Seacoast, Maine coast, and New Hampshire lakes and mountains, and Canada. Charming Newburyport offers varied shopping, special Holiday Seasonal events, antiques, a river walk, live theater, pubs and many fine restaurants, featuring fresh local seafood.
This property is available year round, from mid October 2009 through April 2010, for off-season rates; special Holiday rates are also available.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: New washer is in the house and is not shared.
- Dryer: New dryer is in the house and is not shared.
- Linens Provided: Sheets and blankets, pillows and pillow cases, towels, beach towels.
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: right next to the house
- Beds
- Queen Bed: in bedroom.
- Convertible Bed: Queen sleeper sofa and Twin sleeper sofa in living room.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Premium Cable TV features a Surround Sound system
- DVD
- Video Library: Nice selection of DVD's
- CD Player (3)
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Classical and Jazz, easy listening CD's
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Condiments and cooking oils,seasonings, and spices are provided.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher: New!
- Microwave: New!
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Large capacity Gas Grille, gas furnished.
- Deck/Patio: Wooden deck faces the Sanctuary dunes to the South and Southwest. Seating for 6+, incl. 2 lounge chairs.
- View/Location
- Water View: 30 second walk to the Tidal Basin for a refreshing swim, kayaking, water skiing, and boating.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Wireless router
- Other Amenities
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Dogs allowed.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): One step up to front door
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking allowed outside and on the deck.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Regularly scheduled River Cruises on the Merrimack River depart from Plum Island and Newburyport. Deep Sea fishing parties depart from Plum Island. The Parker River National Wildlife Refuge is located right on Plum Island for beaches, fishing, hiking, kayaking, biking, and birding.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jul-Sep 14th ..$1100/week ..$185/night (Fri, Sat, Sun)..$165/night (Mon-Thu)
Sep 15th - Oct .. $950/week ..$185/night (Fri, Sat, Sun)..$165/night (Mon-Thu)
Nov - Apr .. $150/night
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Peace and Quiet on Plum Island
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Plum Island
Location, location, location! It is in one of the best locations on the island, very close to the Basin. I love to walk the beach and a beach walk access is right in front of the house. Very quiet and private, no crowds, no traffic, great neighbors, and lots of open space, without lots of houses on top of each other.
The Unique Benefits at this House
There are several acres of dunes off the deck, facing S/SW, featuring fabulous views of the marshes and the Newburyport skyline, and clear, unobstructed sunsets and stars. A great water view of the Tidal Basin is visible from the front windows, and this location has a very short walk to the main beaches.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service invites you to visit Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, near Newburyport, Massachusetts. The refuge occupies in part, the southern three-fourths of Plum Island.
Mad Martha's Beach Cafe, located on Northern Boulevard. The walls are covered with hand-painted scenes, the counter with customer-painted tiles. Breakfast & lunch include homemade and unusual omelets.
Plum Island Grille is located on Sunset Boulevard and has magnificent views of the sunset on the marshes. Their menu consists of a mix of international flavors.
Located on the Plum Island Turnpike, on the way to and from Plum Island, markets Bob's fresh catch and golden-fried seafood, homemade crab cakes and chowders, ice cream, and more.
Plum Island Soap Company, at 205 Northern Boulevard, make all of their own products and you will likely find them mixing up a batch of soap, butters, or any one of our heavenly body products.
The Captain's Fishing Parties leave from the very end of Northern Boulevard on Plum Island, and offer half day trips for bluefish or mackerel and longer trips for flounder. You rarely come home empty!
Located at the gateway to one of the country’s most productive, year-round, wildlife viewing areas—the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge and the Plum Island estuary.
New restaurant with great sandwiches, chowders, and desserts! Also features a small convenience store with beverages,snacks and wine.
Owner's Map of Plum Island
I completely renovated the house after I bought it. All appliances and fixtures are new. I have lived there so it is completely furnished.
Property Photos
- Deck faces the sanctuary dunes - Enjoy Hiking at the Parker River Refuge, Near This Plum Island Water View Vacation House, Overlooking the Plum Island Sanctuary Dunes.
- - Enjoy Hiking at the Parker River Refuge, Near This Plum Island Water View Vacation House, Overlooking the Plum Island Sanctuary Dunes.
- View of the tidal basin - Enjoy Hiking at the Parker River Refuge, Near This Plum Island Water View Vacation House, Overlooking the Plum Island Sanctuary Dunes.
- Dining area
- Fully furnished kitchen with new additions
- Queen bedroom with slider to deck
- Deck faces the dunes, very private.
- Deck with gas grille
- Tidal Basin is a short walk
- Fabulous sunsets!
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