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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer
Internet
Onsite parking available
Explore the area
Newbury, MA
Plum Island Beach
Place, Plum Island Beach
2 min walk
Newbury Beach
Place, Newbury Beach
5 min walk
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
Place, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
11 min walk
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
Airport, Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
39 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Plum Island Beach Cottage - 4 Minute Walk To Beach!!
Picture yourself in a beachy cottage, immersed in all that Plum Island has to offer this summer! This two bedroom, one bath cottage is just a 4 minute walk to the beach, steps to two outstanding restaurants and just a one minute walk to the only ice cream shop on the island! There are two provisions shops with snacks, takeout foods, beer/wine/spirits and other necessities just down the street. Everything you need is just steps from your front door! And at the end of each day, you can enjoy the sunset from your front steps.
This little oasis is fully stocked for your perfect summer getaway! Ample beach chairs, umbrellas, beach towels and a few coolers are available for your use. Plum Island is a flat 9 mile island in either direction perfect for our cruiser bikes also available for your use (we have 4!) or just a lovely walk to take it all in!
After your beach day or a stroll through the shops of downtown Newburyport, spend some time in our shared (two units on the property) courtyard with lounge chairs, picnic table and a gas grill. There is an outdoor shower on the property as well as plenty of space to store your own surfboards or kayaks if you choose to bring them!
The property is just around the corner from the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge for you to explore from secluded beaches, to birdwatching, to bike riding or trail walking. Daily and annual passes are available for purchase. For shopping and even more dining, historic downtown Newburyport is just a 5 minute drive away! Browse through the many shops and art galleries or grab an ice cream cone and stroll the waterfront boardwalk and see the yachts tied up for the weekend! You will love it so much here, you will want to come back year after year!
- There is shared outdoor space for two units on the property; we ask for you to respect each renter’s space and our quiet hours from 10PM-8AM.
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is on the front door, camera 2 is in the courtyard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and audio when activated by motion.
CLEANING: Premises will be delivered to Guests in a professionally cleaned condition. Upon termination of occupancy, Management will arrange for a professional cleaning service to clean the premises. The guest is responsible for the cost of this cleaning, which is included in the fees ("Cleaning Fee") charged at the time the reservation is booked. The cleaning fee is mandatory, nonnegotiable, and nonrefundable. Should Guest use and activity of the property necessitate something other than Management’s regular cleaning services, Guest will be charged for associated excess costs.
AMENITIES: provides the property with a complimentary starter pack of amenities including rolls of paper towels, dishwasher tablets, trash bags, dishwashing liquid, hand soap, toilet paper, detergent and basic condiments. You are responsible for the purchase of any additional items you may require during your stay.
PETS: Pets are NOT allowed. Violations will also result in immediate eviction and forfeiture of rent. Notwithstanding this provision, Manager is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to protect the rights of guests with disabilities to bring a “service animal” (as defined by Utah and federal law) under the terms of The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If a guest needs a service animal who has been trained to do work or perform tasks for a disability, he or she should request a reasonable accommodation, in writing, from the Manager at the time of booking their reservation. The request should state that the guest has a disability and provide the specific work or task that the service animal has been trained to perform. Guests need not disclose the details of their disability nor provide a detailed medical history. Guests will be responsible for any damages caused by a service animal, including any additional cleaning fees required at the end of the stay to prepare the property for incoming guests. Emotional support animals are not permitted.
NO SMOKING: No smoking is allowed on the premises. If smoking occurs on the premises, the Guest is responsible for any and all damage caused by the smoking including but not limited to, stains, burns, odors, and removal of debris. Guest acknowledges and consents to the credit card on Guest’s account being charged for any excess amount required to remedy any and all damages resulting from smoking that exceeds the Damage Waiver or deposit. Guest also acknowledges and consents to the credit card on Guest’s account being charged for any future cancellations to the property due to complaints of smoke or restoration associated with smoking. Guest agrees to defend and indemnify Management to the fullest extent permitted by law from any and all claims, damages, disputes, suits, and judgments relating to this provision made by any person, including without limitation Owners, future renters, property homeowner’s association, and property neighbors. If smoking is discovered during this Agreement’s reservation, the Guest’s breach of this provision will result in the eviction of the Guest, Guest’s visitors, and licensees from the residential rental unit, and forfeiture of the entire rental amount and security deposit if one was required, and a $500 smoking fee.
CONDITION OF PREMISES: The guest shall, on arrival, examine the premises, including all furniture, furnishings, appliances, fixtures, and landscaping. Guest shall immediately report in writing to Management of anything that is not in operating condition or is in disrepair. The presence of non-operating conditions or disrepair and any reports of such do not give Guest the right to cancel this Agreement or receive a refund of any payments made.
LOST ITEMS OR LEFT ITEMS: Guest is solely responsible for any lost, stolen, or abandoned possessions or items. Management assumes no responsibility for lost, stolen or abandoned items. Upon discovery of possessions or items not originally in the rental unit, Management will make a reasonable effort to contact the Guest for a return. Guest is responsible to pay for shipping costs in addition to a $25.00 handling fee. At no point does Management assume liability for any possessions or items or for the condition of said possessions or items. Any items not claimed for longer than 30 days may be donated or sold. If any firearms or illegal substances are found in the property upon departure, local authorities will be notified to remove the items.
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: The residential rental unit is for the sole use as a personal vacation residence for only approved guests. Guest is responsible for any visitors that use the property during the term of this Agreement. No guests in excess of the maximum occupancy specified in the Rental Agreement shall occupy the property. A charge of $500.00 per person per night will be assessed for each unapproved guest. Guest may be charged without notice for additional persons staying in the property who are not disclosed to Management. In addition, breach of this provision will result in immediate termination of the Rental Agreement, eviction of Guest, Guest’s visitors, and licensees from the residential rental unit, forfeiture of the entire rental amount and security deposit, and Guest may incur additional charges.
NO PARTIES: All of Management’s rental units are in residential areas and may NOT be used for weddings, receptions, parties, or any other large gatherings. Any disruptive events could result in the immediate termination of this Agreement, eviction of Guest, Guest’s visitors, and licensees, and forfeiture of the entire rental amount and security deposit.
FIREWORKS: Fireworks are prohibited by the state of Massachusetts. If fireworks are utilized within the property, Guest will be held liable to any and all damages that occur to the property itself and/or surrounding areas.
ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES: No illegal substances are allowed on the premises, including, without limitation, minors possessing alcoholic beverages. Violations will result in the eviction of Guest, Guest’s visitors, and licensees from the residential rental unit, and forfeiture of entire rental amount and security deposit.
TV/CABLE/INTERNET/SATELLITE: Any internet, TV, cable, or satellite subscription services are provided as a convenience only and are not integral to this Agreement. Management will not be in breach for any service disruption and Guest will not receive a refund for outages, content, lack of content, speed, access problems, lack of knowledge of use, or personal preferences with regard to said subscription services.
OUTDOOR SHOWER: There is one outdoor shower located at the rear of the property. Please be considerate of other renters and knock before entering and keep showers reasonable in time as the water heater is shared with the rear cottage.
CRUISER BIKES: There are four cruiser bikes for any tenant’s use. There are helmets, air pumps and locks available as well. These are for your enjoyment. Owner/manager is NOT responsible for any injury as a result of using these bicycles. Ride at your own risk. Please lock bikes when leaving them anywhere along your ride.
COOLERS/BEACH CHAIRS/BEACH UMBRELLAS: There are many beach chairs, umbrellas and coolers available for your personal use. Please be considerate of other guests when using these items. They must be returned to the storage area after each use. Coolers must be emptied and cleaned at the end of each day.
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please turn off AC units.
Leave any used beds unmade please.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number C1512369600
Property # 4040937
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
About the neighborhood
Newbury
Newbury is home to this cottage. Historical Society of Old Newbury and Atkinson Common are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Oldies Marketplace and Todd Farm Flea Market. Custom House Maritime Museum and Firehouse Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Plum Island Point - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Hampton Beach - 25 min drive - 24.2 km
Getting around
Newburyport Station - 12 min drive
Rowley Station - 15 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Carmine - 6 min drive
Carousel Bar & Lounge - 13 min drive
Thirsty Whale - 5 min drive
Abraham's Bagels - 6 min drive
The Grog Restaurant - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Plum Island Beach Cottage - 4 Minute Walk To Beach!! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Plum Island Beach Cottage - 4 Minute Walk To Beach!!?
As of May 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plum Island Beach Cottage - 4 Minute Walk To Beach!! on Sep 1, 2026 start from $489, 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 Beach Cottage - 4 Minute Walk To Beach!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Plum Island Beach Cottage - 4 Minute Walk To Beach!!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Plum Island Beach Cottage - 4 Minute Walk To Beach!! located?
Situated in Newbury, this cottage 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 mi (3 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Super clean, spacious, absolutely a very short stroll to beach as advertised, and so many thoughtful touches at the property- everything we needed and more! Hope we can come back. Loved our time at this special place.
AMAZING location and property. Kelli has created a magical place with everything you could possibly need. And her response rate is super fast. This is our second time staying here - we will be back again next year!
Mandy E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2025
Absolutely loved having you again!! I love that you brought your family back this year!
We had a great stay! The cottage is super cute. Had everything you could need in a great location walking distance to the beach. Communication was excellent. Would love to stay again Kelli is a great host.
Amazing location and we were surprised and delighted by both the property and the condition in which we found it. The outdoor shower was a favorite among our group!
Tom C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2024
Thanks so much!!! We were so happy to have you…glad you all enjoyed yourself!
We had a few minor concerns when we arrived. The host responded immediately and then treated everyone to dinner for the inconvenience.We had a great time and loved the location. The cottage is lovely.
Susan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2025
Thank you for letting me make it right!! We are so glad you all enjoyed yourselves!
This is a gorgeous home, very well maintained, open layout, comfortable, lots of extras and conveniences like appliances, chairs, bikes. And the host was very helpful and responsive.
Kelly S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2025
So happy you enjoyed yourself! Thanks so much for staying in our sweet little spot.
The Cottage is a perfect Plum Island retreat. Spacious yet cozy and decorated with comfortable, beach house furnishings and appliances. Our only wish is that we had stayed longer!
We had a fantastic time. The cottage was in the perfect location and had everything we needed….Close to the beach and things to do. Kelli made fantastic recommendations for us, and we loved them all! We can’t wait to come back.
Susanne Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2024
It was a pleasure having you!!! I’m so glad you enjoyed everything and we can’t wait to see you next summer!!
The property was spotlessly clean, furnished comfortably, and had just about everything you could need. Lots of towels available, beach chairs, even bicycles, all in good working order. I might suggest a large frying pan, and some potholders for the kitchen, and better quality sheets on the beds. All in all, a lovely stay that we would do again.
Linda M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2025
Hi Linda!
Thank you so much!! I have no idea where the large frying pan went so I am so glad you let me know! There is a new set of pans in there now. I wish I could have fixed that for you while you were there! Appreciate the heads up!
All around excellent place!! They have thought of everything! (Oh, except for ice cube trays, unless we just didn't find them?) Thank you for sharing such a comfortable, well-stocked, super clean, super cute and great located beach house!!! We all loved it!
My daughter and I had a quick vacay to New England and stayed in this quaint cottage. Kelli was great and the cottage was everything we hoped for. It was very clean and exactly as described on VRBO. The location was perfect and convenient for enjoying not only PI but also all the surrounding coastal towns. I plan to stay here again when my husband and I visit next year!
Right in the heart of all plum island has to offer. Very convenient to the beach. House is very pretty and very well decorated. Walk to beach and nature preserve. This is on the main road going into the island so there are restaurants, an ice cream stand, and a convenience store very nearby. If you want to be near the beach and these conveniences, this is a great house for you. We also drove into Newburyport one day and went on a whale watch, which was great and convenient.
Our first time to Plum Island and it did not disappoint! Kelli was great and the cottage itself provided a perfect getaway for myself and my five besties! Great proximity to everything you need and well stocked both inside and out, with bikes, coolers and outdoor games for you to enjoy. Everything was clean and neat and just lovely overall. Top that off with a beautiful sandy beach with crystal clear water within walking distance and breathtaking sunsets right out the front door every evening and this place is truly a gem!
Gina H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 28, 2025
What a fun spot for a girls trip!! Love that!! Thank you so much and very happy you had such a good time!
This beach cottage was perfect. Everything was clean and fresh. Everything we needed was there. Just walk down the street and onto the beach. The host has done a great job of thinking about the details to make a rental feel cozy and homey. Our family of 6 had room to sleep and hang out, and
The pictures didn't do the cottage justice. Very spacious and nicely decorated. You can see the sunset from the cottage and the sunrise is a four minute walkIt wasn't vacation season yet, but the island store, the Cottage, is well stocked if you need anything
Cynthia P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2025
Thank you so very much!!! I should do some more professional pics….thank you for complimenting the decor!
We had the best time on Plum Island. This rental was in the heart of the Island within walking distance to the beach, sunset club, cottage and stores. The place was clean and beautiful. The house had everything we needed for our stay! Newburyport was just a few minute drive away if you wanted to explore more shops and restaurants. Kelli was super helpful and easy to get a hold of. We will be back for sure!
Kristen G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 30, 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!!! We absolutely love to hear this!
About the host
Hosted by Kelli Hartley
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests