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 2-3)
Keywords: House
Visiting Newburyport? This is the perfect get away spot on Plum Island, a 5 minute drive, near the beach! 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 cottage, a 5 minute walk to the beach, is fully insulated, and has central heat. The living room and bedroom each have vaulted ceilings, with overhead fans and air conditioners. The bedroom has a slider to the deck, with a marvelous view of Plum Island Sanctuary dunes. The private deck, with a gas grille, is perfect for relaxing, sunbathing, and star gazing, and has a lovely view of the Newburyport skyline. Enjoy great views of the Tidal Basin from the front bay windows.
The fully furnished kitchen is equipped with condiments, spices, and all paper goods. Full bathroom, with tub and shower, provides individual soaps, shampoos and lotions. WiFi internet is available, as is cable TV with Premium channels, featuring a Surround Sound system.
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 a wide variety of shoppes, special seasonal events, antiques, a river walk, live theater, pubs and many fine restaurants, featuring fresh local seafood.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Sheets and blankets, pillows and pillow cases, towels, beach towels.
- Washer : New washer is in the house and is not shared.
- Dryer : New dryer is in the house and is not shared.
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : right next to the house
- Beds
- Queen Bed : in bedroom.
- Convertible Bed : 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
- 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 : New!
- 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 and sun umbrella.
- 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
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Well behaved dog(s) allowed.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : One step up to the walkway and 2 steps up to the front door
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking allowed outside and on the deck.
- Activities
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- 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 U.S. Wildlife Parker River Refuge is located right on Plum Island for beaches, fishing, hiking, kayaking, biking, and birding.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jun 16 - Sep 15th ..$1100/week ..$185/night (Fri, Sat, Sun)..$165/night (Mon-Thu)
YEAR ROUND RENTAL $1500+/month
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Peace & 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.
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.
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
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- 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.
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- - Enjoy Hiking at the Parker River Refuge, Near This Plum Island Water View Vacation House, Overlooking the Plum Island Sanctuary Dunes.
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- 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.
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- Dining area
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- Fully furnished kitchen with new additions
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- Queen bedroom with slider to deck
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- Deck faces the dunes, very private.
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- Deck with gas grille
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- Tidal Basin is a short walk
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- Fabulous sunsets!
Traveler Reviews (5)
Absolute Serenity!
Guest: Terry
(Wakefield, MA)
Date of Stay: 10/13/11
Review Submitted: 10/21/11
Thank you! I experienced the most wonderful and relaxing week ever. Your property nestled in this quiet neighborhood was just perfect. The views were extraordinary, the peace so serene, and and the accomodations were just lovely and immaculate. I didn't think it could top my stay here from last year. It is now my restful home away from home. See you in the spring or sooner if any time gets freed up! Thank you again! -Terry
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
clean, comfy, very near the beach
Guest: nytraveler
(new york)
Date of Stay: 08/24/11
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
very comfortable property, clean and extremely well provisioned. extras such as bath products, good towels, a drawer full of spices. the living room is bigger than it appears from the photos with room for a chair and a half [single sofa bed] as well as the couch shown, a small desk and chair for a computer, and small dining table [also shown]. because of the high ceilings and fans it feels airy. the fabulous beach is, in fact, a five or six minute walk away [entry opposite mad martha's cafe].never many people when i was there. the only thing that is different from the photos is that the neighbors are extremely close but because there is open space beyond the deck and the views of the houses there more distant, it works fairly well. despite the density of the houses all around, all was quiet. people are friendly and the entire place takes on that island feel. the owner was cooperative and helpful. worth mentioning a few miles away is a wonderful farm, grocery, butchery, nursery -- tendercrop.
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Peace and quiet and comfort on PI!
Guest: agk
(Marlborough, MA)
Date of Stay: 09/15/10
Review Submitted: 09/22/10
This cottage is snug, comfortable and efficient. It had everything one could need for a great vacation; a nice location; friendly kitchen, comfy bed and linens; fluffy towels, cable TV and WIFI; great books and marvelous selection of music; plus movies and a deck. The beach was a short, pleasant walk away and if only I'd had a kayak as the Basin was right there. My dogs were also able to have a great time on the beach (Sept on) so it was extra special. Had a super vacation; looking forward to a return!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+.
Guest: Joanne and Kevin
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Date of Stay: 08/21/10
Review Submitted: 09/07/10
The cottage was very well organized and stocked with everything we could need...lots of big, comfortable towels, lots of movie & TV channels, super comfortable bed/bedding and so many convenient items in the kitchen cupboards and fridge. We really appreciated having the use of WiFi. We are hoping that we will be able to come again next summer.
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