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Plum Island Basin House

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View to Basin from second floor deck
View to Basin from deck
Kitchen, all new appliances
Deck off living room.
Living Room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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Newbury, MA
  • Place, Plum Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Newbury Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Third Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Twin Bedroom

1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bath

Toilet

2nd Floor Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Plum Island Basin House

Location, location, location! Perfect vacation getaway! Long weekend? Maybe the whole week?? The option is yours to enjoy the peace and tranquility of this beautiful, 3 story, fully furnished contemporary home on The Basin of Plum Island. Guests have described this home as “Perfectly imperfect”! Picturesque water views of The Basin from first floor deck and second floor balcony of this beautiful home and just one block from the pristine beaches of Plum Island. Steps to iconic Mad Martha's Restaurant and the new Georgie Porgie's Ice Cream Factory. First floor boasts a huge living room, open dining area, large kitchen equipped with stainless appliances and plenty of storage. A stylish first floor 1/2 bath with full laundry complete the first floor. The second floor master bedroom is massive and equipped with a luxury queen size bed, new furnishings and the perfect deck to enjoy the amazing views of The Plum Island Basin! The second bedroom consists of a twin daybed. A full bathroom with large linen closet complete the space. The spacious loft on the third floor has new Pergo flooring, unique furnishings and a comfortable queen size bed and two twin beds. Air condition units on all three floors. Ample parking for 6 cars, steps to the Basin to enjoy all your water sports, grill and a large yard. Unlimited space for making memories and good times! Enjoy your life! Enjoy Island Life!!
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number C0128112050

About the neighborhood

Newbury

Located in Newbury, this vacation home is on a river. Custom House Maritime Museum and Firehouse Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Historical Society of Old Newbury and Atkinson Common. The Collection and Sisters We Three are also worth visiting.
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Newbury, MA

What's nearby

  • Plum Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Newbury Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parker River National Wildlife Refuge - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Plum Island Point - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hampton Beach - 26 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Newburyport Station - 13 min drive
  • Rowley Station - 16 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmine - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sin A Loa - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Carousel Bar & Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Abraham's Bagels - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Plum Island Basin House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Plum Island Basin House?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plum Island Basin House on Apr 26, 2026 start from $632, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Plum Island Basin House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Plum Island Basin House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Plum Island Basin House located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Newbury Beach and Plum Island Beach. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge and Plum Island Point are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 25 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Basin house

Great family vacation, great location, wonderful weather, everything we needed was there.!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tammy B.

Liked: Communication, location

Beach fun

House is a short walk to beach. Quiet neighborhood, nice deck which allowed for meals outside. All ages were able to relax and enjoy a beautiful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, comfortable family home

The house fit 6 of us just fine. Beds were comfy, deck was great for relaxing, kayaks at our beck and call and close to beach. Rose, the property mgr, was very nice and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Little Village by the Sea

Our stay in Plum Island was awesome! Awesome communication from the landlord. Well appointed home and no annoying chores on check out!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brenda v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful all around!

This is a lovely home and a great location. It’s so quiet and relaxing. Beautiful views and plenty of space to be together or have alone time. It’s a quick 3 minute walk to the beach. Beds were comfortable, WiFi was great. Rose was delightful to communicate with and she responded quickly to every request. We loved our time here and hope to stay again next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Katie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location, but the property needs a lot of work

I really wanted to like this place - the location was amazing and the property manager was very responsive. The neighbors were also super nice. We were also so grateful to be able to bring our dogs and they had a great time swimming in the basin. We also loved being able to walk to the beach and restaurants. HOWEVER - iit needs a lot of work. At first we thought it was just cosmetic stuff and we didn’t care. We were there to enjoy the beach and the basin and didn’t mind. In fact, it was a relief to not have to always be worrying about being super careful about everything. But then - one after another- we discovered things that weren’t working right/ were broken, and the including: the dishwasher, the clothes dryer, one out of two microwaves, the coffee pot, the ignition on the gas grill. Worst of all were the sink that had a MAJOR leak and the kayaks thar SUNK! For real, there were holes in them and they sank while we were paddling in the middle of the basin! Luckily we had brought our own lifejackets and were able to get to shore safely, but it was scary. Better a/c would have been nice too, but to be fair we had a week+ of 90-100 degree temps and I’m not sure any a/c would have been able to keep up. We’d love to go back, but only if they fix things significantly.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Day weekend 2022

Excellent location, close to beaches, quite neighborhood, 8 minutes from Newbury's shops and restaurants. Beds were very comfortable, the property inside was well maintained and clean; water pressure on the second floor a little low and the exterior of the house needs some work, but other than that recommend this property for familes and groups. Pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jeanie C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely HORRIBLE

This home is NOT how it is pictured. There are portions of siding missing, mold in the windows, one window looks to be DUCT TAPED to hold it in the wall. HORRIBLE - DO NOT STAY. April 2022. I can not believe VRBO has not taken this home off of its platform. What an absolute disgrace.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Love the location -- and Plum Island

The house offered comfortable, home-like accommodations for us, well-situated to enjoy Plum Island – the main attraction. The house is set back from the basin (the view in the posting is from the third floor bedroom area; living space and deck are on the first floor). Space was ample. Furnishings and general conditions are dated. We had a couple of issues (washing machine malfunction, the larger microwave did not work), and we would have welcomed a wider selection of cable channels. Wifi was strong (and reliable), as advertised. We received timely responses to our questions, before and during our stay. Minutes walking to the beach, nice cafe very close -- walking distance, friendly neighbors...enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, lovely home

We loved the location, a short walk to the beach and just steps to the basin gave us all sorts of options. The house is nice, showing its age a bit, but everything was in working order and the wifi was really fast (which made working from here very easy). Overall a wonderful stay and would definitely stay there again,
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Pleasant One Month Stay

We had a wonderful month at this property from Memorial Day weekend through most of June. The location is wonderful for walking PI in both directions and it was great to be so close to the beach and Mad Martha’s. The property manager Rose was extremely responsive to any questions or concerns and helped our trip run extra smoothly. The wifi was perfect throughout the entire stay and having strong shower pressure were simple pleasures (never know when you rent a beach house!). The house was perfectly imperfect which allowed for a comfortable stay. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 29 nights in May 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

RICHARD B.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Problems not resolved

We stayed at this house from September 19-26, 2020. When we arrived we found the house was cold. The thermometer read 56 degrees. We discovered that we could not turn on the heat. When we contacted the property manager she suggested we use the space heaters. She subsequently provided us with a total of 5 heaters. The night temperatures were in the 30's and the heaters were not adequate to keep us warm. The heaters tripped the breaker in the room our grandson was using, and that room could not be heated at all . In addition, space heaters are generally regarded as unsafe to use while sleeping. Rose , the property manager attempted to be helpful but said the owner told her the heat could not be turned on until November. We attempted to reach the owner on several occasions, including asking Rose to forward an email from us requesting that he address the issue. We got no response from him what-so-ever. Luckily the temperature was warmer the latter part of the week and the heaters were not needed . There were a few other issues that were not as significant as this. The door to the downstairs bathroom did not shut. Rose attempted to fix it but was not completely successful . The carpeting in the top two floors of the house is badly stained by what appears to be pet accidents. We would like to emphasize that even though the owner was not responsive to our concerns, Rose, the manager was very responsive and was as helpful as she could have been. We love Plum Island and vacation there almost every year. We have always enjoyed our stay and have never had a negative experience like this. We would not recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location!

This was a great week for me, and some friends who came to visit. There is a beautiful view of the basin from the deck. The option to use the Kayaks was great, but you need to watch the timing of the tides. The house was spacious and clean. The main living/dining area is a really good size and was great for hanging out when in inside. The balcony and view from the master is amazing! The best part about this property is the location, it is perfect for a Beach Bum vacation where you can walk to the beach in a few minutes. It is also a pretty short walk to ice cream, convenience stores and a couple of the Plum Island restaurants. I didn't use it, but having a grill is a great option. The booking, check in and check out process were all very easy. Rose checked on me after I checked in and we met George one day and chatted.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at the Basin House!

We had a great stay over Labor Day weekend and the following week. I am from the area originally and grew up going to Plum Island regularly (my aunt lives further down the basin), so when my husband and I were thinking of taking a trip from where we live in Westchester, NY to visit with my family, I took a look to see if there was anywhere on the island that was pet-friendly and would accept our two cats to tag along with us. We were pleasantly surprised by the house - it's even nicer inside than the pictures show and it had a large deck outside which was perfect to have family stop by. The house was plenty big enough to have my parents and sister stay for part of the week. We had great weather most of the time we were there but it's always important to me to have a nice inside of the house in case the weather doesn't cooperate and the interior was updated and comfortable. This was also one of the most well stocked houses I've ever stayed in - plenty of propane for the grill, hand soap in the bathrooms, laundry detergent, sheets, bath towels. And the beds were actually comfortable! The location was perfect and there were kayaks and life jackets with a spot to go into the basin right in front of the house. We didn't go out but it made it easy for my aunt to kayak down from her house to visit. Mad Martha's had been closed since March but reopened for takeout a couple of days before we left so we were able to take advantage of how convenient it is to the house for breakfast one morning. The property manager, Rose, was also super responsive whenever I had any questions. We would definitely stay here again and hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Carole M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

You can't beat the location, easy access to the Basin for Kayaks, one block from the ocean beach. The interior had just been redone. I was a bit put off by the exterior condition of the property which carried over to inside. The windows and screens on the 2nd and 3rd floor are in bad shape and don't open without falling apart. It meant using the air conditioners more than we normally would have on the at a seaside location,
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana and Michael V V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

My family of 5 had a great stay here. The location is perfect and plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunsets

Great location. Right next to basin and only a short walk to beach. We enjoyed our week. Thanks George and Rose.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, nice house

We had a lovely week. Easy 5-min walk to beautiful beach, lovely sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely house in a beautiful place

The house was perfect for my daughter and me. Quiet and yet a very short walk to the beach and within walking distance of stores. The kitchen was well supplied with gadgets, cookware, etc. and the beds were comfortable. The house was very clean. Rose, the manager, was a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

The property was very clean with breathtaking sunrises!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Rose was fantastic. She met us at the house and showed us everything and came over right away when we had a problem (our fault, not the house). The location was perfect. The beach was a short walk. Mad Martha's was a few blocks away. Absolutely loved being on the basin. The view was fantastic. We used the kayaks several times and rented paddle boards as well. A real luxury to have the water steps away. The deck was great with a table big enough for 8, a large grill, plus lots of comfortable chairs. We had great weather so only had the AC on one night. I would have given this 5 stars except that there's no AC in the second bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Basin House vacation

We had a great vacation at the Basin House. Rose was very friendly and helpful when she checked us in and when we needed something she was very accommodating. Our girls especially enjoyed the kayaks and the pool table. The deck in the back with the basin view is lovely. We had a very nice stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Finlay M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach week

we rented the property for 4 adults and 1 child, overall everyone was very happy with the property, we had a great view of the basin from the Deck and the girls went out on a kayak every morning when the tide was high, it was a very short walk to launch the kayaks and also a short walk to the beach, George and Rose were very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous home! We would love to return any time of year! Loved it!

We loved this property. Beautiful for small or large family. Ample room to relax Orr entertain inside and on lovely outside deck. Great fun kayaking the basin right in front of the deck and five minute walk to gorgeous open-ocean beach. All dining within 5-7 minute walk. Downtown Newburyport at your beck and call. Fabulous week!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Review of Plum Island Basin House

A wonderful home away from home and the owner was delightful, helpful and attentive.

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