Looking from the elegant living room into the serene dining room
Location: Plymouth, South of Boston, Massachusetts, USA (Harbor, Plymouth Rock, Whale Watches, Boutiques, Restaurants)
Accommodations: Elegant 2-BR 2-story Residence, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.5+ Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
QUICK RESERVATION UPDATE 2009
Nov 9-19 sold
Nov 20-25 available
Nov 25, 26, 27 sold
Dec available
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This Thanksgiving, we are very grateful for our wonderful 2009 guests, who have rewarded our daily efforts with encouragement, and substantial contribution toward staying afloat. We thank you for choosing Cushman Place Residence, it has been an honor to have you stay in our home. You are the best guests and we are thankful for you.
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Welcome to Historic Plymouth's select alternative to a hotel or B+B
We understand. You need a hotel but want a home. You'd like a historic B+B, but don't want to have to rub elbows with Mr and Mrs Innkeeper at breakfast. You want privacy, a beautiful in-town stay, understated luxury and comfort, a classy kitchen with high-end appliances you may not even have at home. You want room to spread out, with space to sort through your maps, guidebooks, history books, cameras and coffee. Check email via WiFi. Comfortable bedrooms, new bathrooms with granite countertops in a yesteryear 'mansion' home you can rent like a hotel so your family can play tourist without getting stuck in a forlorn motel chain. Think of it as a hotel with no lobby, a B+B with no innkeeper, a home away from home. Or, think of it as a London style townhouse.
Here is the lovely note left by our latest guests from Great Britain, who left this morning: "We knew instantly when we spotted Cushman Place on the VRBO website that it was exactly what we were looking for. However, on arrival we were even more impressed. Your extremely tasteful decor and furnishings made it an absolute delight to stay here in Plymouth. Add to that the location so close to the waterfront, restaurants, etc, and it was outstanding. Thank you so much for a fantastic rental; we will certainly tell all our friends about Cushman Place. With our thanks and best wishes"-- Steve and Jane L....UK, 5 August, 2009.
Rarely offered, but easy-to-find in downtown Plymouth, this 2 story, 2 bedroom townhouse-style residence is on the edge of the Historic District. You can rent for days or weeks, enjoying amenities we today consider 'necessities' in the privacy and comfort of home. Your own front door, just a short walk to the waterfront, Plymouth Rock, whale watching, historic sites, ships, antiques, boutiques and restaurants.
Cushman Place Residence is a beautiful 2-story dwelling partitioned many years ago from a 1900s grand Colonial Revival home. Once part of a distinguished 6000 square foot manse which had a boxwood maze garden and servants galore, this private in-town 2 bedroom apartment has its own entrance and easy parking. Cushman Place living room was the formal dining room of the original manse, with its fine fireplace, crown mouldings and wainscott. Wood floors, inspiring light, delightful details, not the least of which is a state of the art kitchen with SubZero refrigerator and Miele cooktop and dishwasher, Bosch convection oven, honed granite countertops, and sleek euro range hood ... a nice break from your conventional lodging. You'll find a powder room under the attractive staircase leading to second floor, where two gracious bedrooms (one with a view of the old garden) and a luxurious renovated bathroom, let couples, a family, a bridal party, or space-loving singles, sleep comfortably, then foray ambitiously into the exciting world of historic Plymouth, Cape Cod and the Islands.
One flight below, you can toss a load of vacation laundry into the modern HE laundry, the new LG Tromm Steamwasher, and have visions of a by-gone day, where servants scampered about taking care of such mundane tasks such as undies and lunch.
Consider reserving Cushman Place as an alternative to a cramped hotel stay, whether for a night or two to see the historic sites, or if flying early into Boston or Providence for your Cape Cod vacation rental. In town too early to check into your vacation rental? We are here to jump start your vacation. As most waterfront vacation properties are on strict Saturday-to-Saturday, or Sunday-to-Sunday schedules, we wanted to be able to offer our incoming guests a refuge and opportunity to explore the area if their travel plans brought them to Cape Cod earlier than the check-in day. Cushman Place provides our incoming guests a place to rest, refresh, explore, and catch up with email.
Having a wedding? Brides will find this a lovely and convenient place for preparing for that special event.
Please peruse our Pleasant Places Group, waterfront wonderlands, gracious estates, romantic cottages, and chic hideaways. We consider it an honor to be chosen as your vacation home, and we work diligently to see that your trust is rewarded beyond-expectation.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Child Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Historic district, walk to waterfront, walk to shops
- Suitability
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Boating
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Harbor Cruise, Lobster Cruise, Whale Watching, Deep Sea Fishing, Plymouth Rock, The MayFlower Ship, Plimoth Plantation Living History Experience, Boutiques, Antique Mall, Wine Bar, Historic Homes, Museums, Farmer's Market (Thursdays in Summer.)Ä
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
2009 Rates (off-season we can sometimes accommodate those tighter budgets
$ 195-245/night for two adults (discounted weekly rate available)
$ 345-375/night for four adults ("weekly rate available)
Children stay at discounted rate
Holiday weekends /holidays add 15%
Pets allowed under special circumstances ($20/night)
TELL US YOUR BUDGET, we will try to accommodate you when possible
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2006
Dear prospective Cushman Place Residence guests:
To me, creating the perfect getaway home is an art form. My past career had been as Art Director, designing publications, and later as an illustrator, creating magazine illustrations (google "robin jareaux" to see some examples) and painting expressionistic works on canvas. My first waterfront home was "SandyToes" vrbo 14418 -- I fell in love with SandyToes, and as perfect as it seemed, I expanded and improved it and brought out even more of its wonderful qualities with gardens, balconies, skylights, ponds and paths, drama and comfort. At that time, I was still illustrating, doing software box artwork for "Norton Utilities" and "C++" from my studio at SandyToes. When another cottage became available for renovation (Timberframe Cottage # 25445 ) I discovered this would become my work and my passion. Working in two dimensions was challenging and rewarding, but creating vacation homes that themselves are 'works of art' is on sizable 3D scale. My goal with my homes, as with my work before, is to create a setting that exceeds your expectations, and in turn, your patronage lets me continue my art form a few more years. Please read the guest comments to see the generous and enthusiastic compliments received. Please look at "all my rental listings" to see what I've been doing (yes, it has been a huge amount of endless expensive work!) to make unique and extra-special vacation getaways. It is a labor of love... for you.
Why the Owner Chose Plymouth
When Cushman Place came on the market, we were awed. The glorious architectural detail, impressive fireplaces, high ceilings with elaborate crown mouldings, glowing wood floors, boxwood maze in the back yard, servants quarters, master's chambers, charming rooms, the great condition of the home, the tree lined street, the short walk to the waterfront and restaurants...what a fun place to be! We embarked on the improvements of the Townhouse portion of this little 6000 sq foot mansion on Cushman Street and called it Cushman Place Residence. Why? well, it reminded us of the interesting townhouses we stayed in in London, Knightsbridge and Kensington. The improvements took effort, for sure, and obviously, this was the first Sub Zero ever installed in its dignified lifetime. Years ago, servants scurried all over the house, serving the Master and Mistress, and how they might have wished for 2010 where they'd be able to withdraw to a sleek and stylin' kitchen or state of the art laundry. For a two decades, the larger portion of the mansion was "The Mabbett House" Bed and Breakfast. It may be again some day. But we believe that modern travellers prefer privacy, first class amenities, serenity – and may I repeat, PRIVACY? Our idea is that you enter your own luxurious private space, no need to chuckle up the Innkeeper or mingle with strangers over that first good cup of coffee. But if you ever need help, we are just a quick phone call or email away.
The Unique Benefits of this Elegant 2-BR 2-story Residence
Most travelers just don't realize they do NOT have to stay in a hotel or B+B when they come to Historic Plymouth. (We'll get the word out some day, when we aren't so busy making our places spotless, serene and beautiful.) We hope that as vacationers, business travelers, re-locaters, retirees, brides & grooms, writers & artists search the Web, they'll find this townhouse at the cost of a "suite" at a downtown hotel (where their bed overlooks the sofa, and their kitchenette merely mundane.) The mammoth ForeFather's Monument (Plymouth's Statue of Liberty) is just a half block up the hill, the Whale Watch Boats just two blocks to the waterfront, Plymouth Rock and the Mayflower Ship just two blocks more. Antique shopping, boutique hopping, bistro bopping (ok, enough) you'll love the lively, historic, fun and fascinating downtown Plymouth area.
http://www.vrbo.com/25445
Property Photos
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- The original Butler's Pantry has been transformed into a Cushy kitchen
- We think a vacation getaway should have a kitchen to remember...
- Fine New England details and understated elegance.
- One of 2 comfortable bedrooms to coddle you at the end of your exciting day
- A peek inside the powder room tucked beneath the staircase
- The SubZero has tasty spot to chill your cranberry juice or white wine.
- The upstairs bathroom has granite vanity, subway-tile shower, serene and stylish
- Dresser photo? replacement to come soon!
- Two bedrooms upstairs with full bath, plus powder room
- Your own private front door
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(from our Guest Book) " Robin, We loved Cushman Place! What a beautiful home you have, everything was just perfect! We plan on returning in January, hope to stay here again if available. Thanks again, Julie
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(from our Guest Book) "Even though our stay was short, your accommodation made us feel so right at home. Cozy, and the kitchen is made for cooks. Just wonderful! Everything top notch! After being on the road for several weeks, the bedding and beds were comfortable and perfect for a good nights sleep. Thanks Robin and John for sharing this wonderful home (Mabbett) with us, and enjoyed watching the backyard chickens." -- Pam B. "Ejnoyed the stay - I love your taste in antiques - a beautiful home in a city rich with history." Susan Fields
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(from our Guest Book) " What a wonderful place. Thank you for your warm hospitality and graciousness. Thank you for making Cushman Place feel like my own home. Can you come and decorate my house? I love your style, it's first rate!!" -- Ann Regal
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(from our Guest Book) "We had a magical time here. I felt like a princess getting ready for our wedding. I can't wait to show you the pictures! Thank you, Robin, what beautiful memories. xoxoxo." Mr and Mrs (Cara and Brett) Williams
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(from our Guest Book) "Thank you for allowing us to share this beautiful home, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Best wishes." --Jen, Ade and Georgia
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(from our Guest Book) "What a beautiful house! Such a great location, too We had a wonderful time in Plymouth." Tarantino family
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"What a lovely place! We will be back someday!" - Dragos, Christina+Lennart
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" We want to thank you for a wonderful stay at Cushman Place. Coming back to Plymouth and staying here was like coming home. The welcoming lilacs made us realize how much we miss New England flowers! Thank you.
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"Your Cushman Place was perfect for us as we came for a dear friend's wedding. It was a peaceful and relaxing experience. Why would anyone stay in a hotel when a property such as Cushman Place is available. Thanks so much." Tom and Kate Dolan
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Lindsay Fitzgibbon , Boston, MA