Location: Marblehead, North of Boston & Greater Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts, USA (15 Miles from Logan Airport and Boston) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Apartment in Private Home
Coachman's Quarters is the original apartment for the coachman who managed the horses in this unique turn of the century carriage house. Situated less than ½ mile from Preston Beach, 2 miles from old town Marblehead, and 15 miles from Logan Airport and Boston—convenient for both vacation and business travelers.
Experience this light and airy 2nd floor apartment featuring 2 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms, large eat-in kitchen and a unique living room situated in the left turret. Enjoy old world charm complemented with every modern convenience—ranging from the fully equipped kitchen to the state-of-the-art entertainment system and wireless internet access.
Enjoy the comfort and charm of a bygone era porch swing or play a game of Bocce Ball in the garden. Take a walking tour of quaint old town Marblehead or stroll along the nature trail just steps from Coachman's Quarters. Soak in the history of the region or soak in the rays in one of the nicest beach communities north of Boston.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (4)
- Convertible Bed : Queen Sofa Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Private Covered Porch
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Ceiling Fans, Covered Porch with swing, Garden, Printer/Fax, Books, Games, Puzzles
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$300/night (2 night minimum) .. $1250/week .. $3000/month
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Marblehead
By the sea, by the sea, by the beautiful sea! Loads of conservation land. Beaches. Great green parks. History. Arts and culture. Family community. Good schools.
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
Situated less than ½ mile from Preston Beach, 1 ½ miles from Devereux Beach, 2 miles from historic old town Marblehead, and 15 miles from Logan Airport and Boston—convenient for both vacation and business travelers. Marblehead has historic homes, art galleries, old winding roads, a lighthouse and so much more. Nearby Salem is ripe with witches, pirates, House of the Seven Gables, and the incredible Peabody Essex Museum.
Owner's Map of Marblehead
Your hosts are a family of four and two pups. We moved "back east" from a tiny ski village in the Sierra Nevada mountains. After living at 7,100 feet for three years, we thought we'd enjoy being at sea level in a seaside town. What a good decision! We live in the most amazing "castle," that was built around 1900 as a carriage house serving the nearby Clifton Train Depot. Although the horses, carriages, and train are long gone, you will be charmed by the beauty and adventure of this old turreted building. Just as we do. We are delighted to welcome people to Marblehead and enjoy our beautiful gardens, yard and seaside community.
Property Photos
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- Vacation Castle - Marblehead Vacation Rental with Wi-Fi; Close to Preston Beach
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- Covered Back Porch--Vacation Rental Entrance - Marblehead Vacation Rental with Wi-Fi; Close to Preston Beach
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- Full Eat-in Kitchen - Marblehead Vacation Rental with Wi-Fi; Close to Preston Beach
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- Living Room in Left Turret
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- Living Room view 2
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- Queen Bedroom
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- Twin Bedroom
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- Vacation Castle Exterior
Traveler Reviews (16)
Rustic & modern charm in a beautiful, spacious rental
Guest: Brett C.
(Lowell, Mass.)
Date of Stay: 10/08/11
Review Submitted: 10/20/11
My wife and I rented the Seaside Castle for our 5-year anniversary weekend, and we couldn't be more complimentary. It is a beautiful, spacious rental that is the perfect combination of rustic charm and modern convenience. We biked to Salem one day, thanks to the convenient location (not to mention it's only half a block from the bike trail into Marblehead!), and spent most of the rest of our vacation enjoying the beautiful outside porch, the full satellite television, and cooking in the spacious kitchen. Brett was friendly and helpful from the moment we arrived. We are VRBO veterans and would easily recommend this rental to others.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
A Dreamy Retreat
Guest: Mike and Tina
(Milton, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 08/06/11
Coachman’s Quarters is like stepping into heaven. Everything is so clean and tastefully decorated, well-equipped and well-stocked, with large, airy rooms, tons of storage space, a delightful porch, and beautiful grounds and gardens. The proprietor did not spare a single detail, with small kindnesses to welcome us around every corner and in every drawer, including a fully stocked pantry and bottled drinks, as well as delightfully scented soaps and shampoos among other sundries in the bathrooms. It had everything we could possibly need or want in a vacation abode: a fantastic TV system, a DVD service, wi-fi, central air, lots of tourism pamphlets and information, everything we could need in the kitchen from coffee maker to new appliances, and best of all, really huge sofas and a really luxurious bed. Comfy, comfy, comfy! And let me tell you, we were comfortable indeed. What a relaxing week. The beach was just down the street and the downtown a couple minute's drive. We had a wonderful time in Marblehead and would probably return only if we could stay in the Coachman's Quarters again.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
May in Marblehead
Guest: alex's grandma
(easton maryland)
Date of Stay: 05/01/11
Review Submitted: 08/04/11
We rented Coachman's Quarters for the entire month of May 2011. Our experience could not have been better from our first contact to our last day there. Brett was helpful and friendly over the phone and warm and delightful in person even leaving notes in our mail box about special events in Marblehead during our stay. The house is the most interesting place and looks exactly like the drawing on the logo. We felt like we had lived in our own castle in Marblehead rather than just visiting. After a fun day of New England road tripping it was great to get "home" to our own kitchen, porch, and yard and kick back. I have already recommended a stay here to all my friends along with side trips to Woodstock,Vermont and Essex,Mass. It was a quick and easy day to go see the LL Bean flagship in Freeport Maine and being in Marblehead in the spring was just magic. We tryed all the local restaurants (again with recommendations from Brett--her notebook of maps and recommendations and tips and general info was our bible while we were there.) and loved the lobster mac and cheese at The Landing. All in all a memorable time...
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Coachman's to
Guest: Swannie
(Dartmouth, MA)
Date of Stay: 05/28/11
Review Submitted: 05/31/11
We had the most wonderful family weekend at the Coachman's Quarters. From the moment we arrived, any of our anticipated needs were beautifully met. The apartment is roomy, beautifully decorated and very comfortable. It is immaculate and well set up for a couple or a family to enjoy the quaint beauty of Marblehead. Beaches and downtown are nearby as well as historic Salem. Brett also provided detailed information on Marblehead and surrounding area for those unfamiliar with the area. She even provided beach towels and beach chairs knowing the weekend would be warm. I would highly recommend this charming and delightful property to anyone!!!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.
Perfect accomodations for crew
Guest: crew coordinator
(East Brunswick, New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 08/12/10
Review Submitted: 03/25/11
We needed lodgings for a crew of four men and two women who were competing in a regatta. The accomodations were perfect because of the different configurations of the sleeping accomodations. The kitchen was roomy enough to accomodate everyone and the living room was a great place for gathering. Our host was helpful and friendly. The location was within minutes from everywhere we needed to be. I would definitely stay there again next time we are in this neck of the woods.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
As good as it gets
Guest: Stef
(New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 10/09/10
Review Submitted: 01/25/11
We spent Columbus Day Week in the Seaside Castle and it was as good as it gets. The apartment is extremely spacious, nice and clean and the property is located in a quiet residential area so you can have a real vacation. Marblehead is a great place to combine sightseeing in Salem, day trips to Boston, Cape Ann or New Hampshire with relaxing days at one of the beaches, in a seaside cafe or a stroll through the town. The owners helped us with everything we needed such as a map of the Boston Transit System, recommendations for restaurants and shopping. We highly recommend this property.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Wonderful
Guest: judith t
(midwest)
Date of Stay: 12/23/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/11
We've stayed twice at Coachman's Quarters and hope it's possible to return again many times. As noted in another comment, the photos do not do justice to the charm and spaciousness of the apartment. Staying here is like getting to live in a historic New England house with every modern convenience. We are family of four, including two large young adults, and the space accommodated us perfectly, especially when we were homebound for two days during a blizzard, see below. Brett's hospitality is beyond excellent. The apartment is very private, but Brett will help with whatever you need to make the most of your visit and her personal touch makes this a special place. Our most recent stay coincided with this winter's Blizzard #1, and she delivered candles, bottled water, and the weather forecast. On our summer visit, we ended the day in the round living room, watching the Red Sox on NESN, listening to the waves in the distance...it doesn't get any better than that. My only hesitation in writing this review is that so many of you will book a stay at Coachman's Quarters that there won't be time left for us.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
A Perfect New England Thanksgiving
Guest: Carol
(Toronto, Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/23/10
Review Submitted: 01/19/11
What a lovely home-base for our New England Thanksgiving! Spacious and beautifully appointed, the Castle provided plenty of privacy and comfort for all six adults in our group. The apartment was clean and extremely well maintained - the owner was available whenever needed. The apartment is located close to all the main attractions in Marblehead and was therefore very convenient for all our outings and activities. We couldn't have asked for more and are looking forward to our next visit.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+.
Girls Weekend
Guest: Heather
(Seymour, CT)
Date of Stay: 10/22/10
Review Submitted: 01/18/11
I have used VRBO many times before and in several different states and I haven't been disappointed yet. This property has everything you need no matter how long your stay is, and at a very affordable price. The owner, Brett was so nice and just a pleasure to work with, she was even there to welcome us upon arrival to make sure we had everything we needed. Our trip was centered around the activities in Salem in October and this was the perfect location. We were just about 10min. from everything we wanted to do without being right in the middle of it. The pictures provided do not do this property justice, it was way more spacious and beautiful than what we thought. Even though the owners live on the property it was still very private. We had a great time and plan on returning at some point this year for some more Girls Weekend Fun!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
Great historical getaway
Guest: travelling family
(ottawa)
Date of Stay: 08/21/10
Review Submitted: 01/17/11
Wonderful historical home in a quiet residential setting close to the sea. The unit is in one of the turret of the old home and has a separate and private entrance. Gorgeous wood floor and decorations, it feels like your are stepping back in time but with all the amenities you could possibly need. My favorite was the circular living room with the gorgeous windows and the piano. The owners welcome you with a nice gift basket and the house is fully stocked with items such as olive oil to shampoo etc. They are most welcoming and cordial. They have a great selection of movies for those nights you want to stay in. Great location to visit Boston and surrounding Salem and country side. Highly recommended.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
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