Vacation rentals with a kayak in Boston

Lakefront cottage for a fun, relaxing getaway.

Enjoy a cozy stay in a lake front cottage. Located in Essex, on chebacco lake, this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home has everything you could need. Fully stocked kitchen, comfortable living space with wifi and a large TV, and a comfy couch overlooking the lake. We have a external monitor with a keyboard and mouse to set up a workstation if needed. A large deck and seasonal dock to hang out on. Close to the ocean if you get tired of the lake. It's an excellent home base on Boston's North Shore.

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Garden Apartment for Vacation & Business Travelers

The perfect place to rest, relax or work. Visit universities, Salem or family and friends in the area. This English Basement apartment is located on the Mystic River, 10 minutes from Harvard University in Cambridge and 20 minutes from the City of Boston. Enjoy many local outdoor amenities including the Mystic Lakes, parks, playgrounds, tennis/pickleball/basketball courts and jogging paths, all behind our house. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds as we value and respect diversity.

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Cozy lakeside retreat

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway a perfect spot to recharge and enjoy all Dudley Pond has to offer.Relax on the deck overlooking the water OR explore on a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard OR walk to TheChat (an old speakeasy) for yummy drinks and food. Centrally located in the Metrowest suburbs close to the Mass turnpike and public transportation to downtown Boston. Close to Babson, Wellesley College, Boston University, Brandeis, Framingham State for graduation or parent weekends.

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Stella Maris, 6 bedroom coastal home, water views

Stella Maris is an inter-coastal sanctuary, located on a private, tree lined street, with ever changing views of Cohasset Harbor & surrounding marsh & waterways. The airy floor plan of this contemporary home is perfect for entertaining family and friends. Gathering on the deck at sunset is a favorite. A short walk to Minot Beach and the lovely Minot neighborhood. Close to charming Scituate & Cohasset Harbors with their great restaurant scenes. 5 minutes to the Commuter rail into Boston.

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Ocean View Humarock Beach Cottage

Quintessential Humarock Beach cottage just steps from the ocean. Wake up to sea breezes, enjoy sunset walks along the shoreline, and experience one of the South Shore’s most relaxing coastal escapes. Perfect for both relaxation and adventure, the cottage doubles as a sports haven with a beach volleyball court and includes use of kayaks and paddleboards for exploring the coastline and the river. Spend your days on the sand, in the water, or unwinding on the deck as the ocean breeze rolls in.

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Hidden Gem near Boston w/ Private lake access

Waterfront 3BR home 1 mile from commuter rail to Boston. 1 mile from Blue hills ski. 2.2 miles from New England's 1st and only TopGolf. This 3BR, 2.5 BA features an open floor plan w/ view of your private lake from the kitchen and dining rooms. Head downstairs to play pool, ping pong or darts. Or relax by the fire and watch tv (all streaming channels). Warmer months turns into a resort: Fishing, boating, swimming, grill, fire pit, furnished cabanas, hiking the blue hills and much much more.

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Mugford Manor

This charming one-bedroom apartment is located on the second floor of the Samuel Striker House, built in 1725. Our property is within whistling distance to Old Town Marblehead, rich in colonial and revolutionary history and provides numerous shopping and dining options. Conveniently situated near the MBTA bus stop and only a ten-minute drive from downtown Salem, which features a variety of attractions and amenities. 1 queen bed, 1 queen pull-out couch Ample street parking available.

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Sunset LAKE VIEW studio. Recently upgraded!

Welcome to Sunset Lake! Enjoy beautiful sunsets year round! Cozy in the winter with plenty of extra blankets and a great heating system! Light a fire at night. We are walking distance to South Braintree Square. You will enjoy nature and still have close proximity to city. Walk to a super market, pharmacy, nail salon, bank, a tavern w/ live music. Other restaurants within walking distance include Mexican, Thai, Sushi, Italian, Vietnamese (pho), pizza and a great local coffee shop ☀️ 🌅

Value · Outdoor spaces · Hiking

Water front cabin-like guest suite on a quiet pond

Our home is located on a wooded lot overlooking a pristine kettle pond. Access to our home requires ascending a long but gradual set of stairs followed by a second set of stairs to the entrance of the guest suite. The two room suite has a bedroom and a kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, electric kettle and mini frig. There is a French press, coffee bean grinder, tea, cups, dishes and flatware in the cupboards. It does not have a full kitchen ( no stove/ no kitchen sink)

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Ocean Park Retreat

Bright and cheery 1 bedroom ground floor apartment with two+ car parking on quiet street in Marblehead's Ocean Park neighborhood, just steps from the ocean. Full size bed and pull-out full-size sofa in living room, private bathroom with in-floor heating, kitchenette with microwave, dishwasher, sink, double induction cook-top, refrigerator, and toaster oven. Laundry access. Walk to the waterfront, watch the sailboats drift by. Fifteen- minute walk to Historic town center.

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Dotey Cottage: Walk to the Beach w/ Fenced in Yard

Just a short walk to Devereux Beach and centrally located in town, Dotey Cottage is a newly-renovated getaway perfect for groups and families looking to enjoy Marblehead, Salem, and Boston's North Shore. You'll have the entire cottage to yourself, so whether you choose to relax in the private fenced in backyard, kayak at Riverhead beach, or walk to the movie theater or restaurants close by, you'll have all you need to enjoy your stay. Your coastal getaway awaits!

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“Luxury 2BR Cambridge | Pool + Parking”

Two blocks from Lechmere Station, with the Green Line running direct to Kendall Square, MIT, and Harvard, this residential 2BR/2BA operates on a different standard than corporate hotel rooms. On-site garage parking runs the elevator straight to your floor, unlimited in-and-out, versus $50-65/night at nearby garages that re-bill on every return. Two full bathrooms, in-unit laundry, a fully equipped kitchen, and shared pool access. Sleeps 5.

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