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Walk to Beach. Private Nature and Bird Watching Trail. Quiet.

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A stone pathway leading to a house with a white door and window, surrounded by greenery and a small tree.
A kitchen with a stove, a table, and two windows with curtains.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside table, a floor lamp, and a bookshelf.
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a painting on the wall.
A compact bathroom with a white sink, a blue towel, and a shower curtain.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Plum Island Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Newbury, MA
  • Place, Plum Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Newbury Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Walk to Beach. Private Nature and Bird Watching Trail. Quiet.

Studio apartment with bath, kitchen, and bedroom/living room/dining area. Fully furnished with washer and dryer, Ideal for couple with one queen bed. Studio apt. on lower floor of my home with separate entrance. Not easily accessible for guests with walking related disabilities. Picture included is of cement steps not path. Ten minutes from downtown Newburyport. Thirty minutes to Portsmouth, NH and Gloucester, MA.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids air mattress or bedding need to be brought
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please keep pets on leash when outside.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Leave key on Table
Wash dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0321492050
Property # 2402290vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Newbury

Located in Newbury, this apartment is on a river. Custom House Maritime Museum and Firehouse Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sisters We Three and Lowell's Boat Shop. Byfield Community Arts Center and Kimball Farm Corn Maze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and rock climbing.
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Newbury, MA

What's nearby

  • Plum Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Newbury Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Parker River National Wildlife Refuge - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Plum Island Point - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hampton Beach - 26 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Newburyport Station - 15 min drive
  • Rowley Station - 16 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cristy's Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Abraham's Bagels - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sin A Loa - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Willey's Candy and Ice Cream - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tripoli Pizza - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Beach. Private Nature and Bird Watching Trail. Quiet. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Walk to Beach. Private Nature and Bird Watching Trail. Quiet.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Beach. Private Nature and Bird Watching Trail. Quiet.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Beach. Private Nature and Bird Watching Trail. Quiet.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Beach. Private Nature and Bird Watching Trail. Quiet. located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Plum Island Beach and Newbury Beach. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge and Salisbury Beach State Reservation are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay a unique setting very special place had a wonderful time and absolutely want to go back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was comfortable with very good access to the beach and within a short drive to everything Newbury has to offer. Ed was very quick to respond to messages and was helpful with tips for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, private and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2026
Thanks glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is amazing and Ed is a great host. The apartment has everything you need and the bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2026
Thanks Sarah and you two were great guests as well. Thanks for your kindness! - Ed
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot for a break before school started! Very quiet! Everything I needed was there.Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2026
Thanks Chelsea and thanks for you help while here! - Ed
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental was perfect for myself and my 15 year old son for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2026
Thanks Bryan, Glad you enjoyed you stay! - Ed
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect peaceful location within walking distance to a idyllic beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2026
Thanks! EM
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2026
Thanks Holly, You guys are welcome anytime! Ed
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in and check out. Cozy stay, comfy bed, and wonderful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very peaceful. Easy parking and check-in and -out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is just a nice, quiet little place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice quiet hideaway close to a great beach. Very private with rustic charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and great location

Has everything you need plus 2 great beaches near by
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2021
Thanks!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is great. Bed was good but linens were a bit musty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect peace

Enjoyed a very quiet stay on beautiful plum island
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Everything was Great. Location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2022
Thank you Michael. Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a really nice and quiet stay. Lots of spiders to keep you company but lots of greenery in the backyard as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect room and close to the beach

Our go to place for vacation on Plum Island. A short walk to the beach and also a quick drive over the bridge into Newburyport center. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2025
Thanks Kevin. Great job cleaning up! - Ed
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host, Ed, was very friendly. The property was located in a quiet, peaceful spot convenient to Parker River NWR and short walk to area restaurants. Clean and comfy, would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
Thanks. Glad you had a good visit to Plum Island! - Ed
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Plum Island stay

Perfect setting and location for our visit. Around the corner from the beach and a two minute drive to Parker River WMA.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Comfy, convenient, and pet-friendly

Great location. Awesome for pets. Lovely little place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
Thanks Amt, please come again! Ed
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short stay

We were there for two nights with our two dogs. The property is nice and in a very quiet neighborhood. It was a great relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful rustic summer cottage in the woods! One of the few really private wooded areas on PI and easy walking distance to town beaches. Reminds me of how the island used be decades ago -- nothing fancy but nicely appointed. A great collection of old books and travel guides.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A charming hide-away....

Ed's place is a perfect spot to enjoy Plum Island - close to town, to the beach and to the Reserve. It's cozy and charming. We very much enjoyed our time there and hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2022
Thank you very much for the nice review. You are welcome back any time! Ed
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We didn’t do any cooking , just made coffee in the morning. The location is splendid. Edward greeted us when we arrived and pointed out some pertinent information. Very private and quiet location which I loved
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ed Mair

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Bird watching brought me to Plum Island, I am retired and enjoy the small woods in back of the house almost as much as the glimpses of the ocean from the front. I walk on the beach almost daily year around and photograph what I see!

Why they chose this property

It has a private nature trail loaded with warblers in the spring and fall as well as
several interesting species year round.

What makes this property unique

Very private and quiet for Plum Island.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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