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Henry Derby House
This antique home is perfect for families or wedding parties traveling together looking to explore downtown Salem. Experience the charm of Salem's McIntire district in the home originally built for tailor Henry Derby in 1838. This 7 bedroom 4 bathroom colonial style home will give you the feel of old Salem with some modern amenities in the updated kitchen and baths. The house is centrally located in walking distance to all of Salem's attractions as well as the T, but also off the beaten path.
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 395 reviews
Harbor View Walk to Beach & Town, 6Guests KingBeds
Spectacular Gloucester home on Cape Ann. Walk to Stage Fort Park & local beaches right across the street. Gloucester center is about 1 mile. On the way to town, walk by beaches & the park with waterfront tennis & bocce ball courts, plus a great water view playground and playing fields. Just beyond the park is famous Stacy Boulevard with the Fisherman's Memorial Monument along the waterfront. There are beautiful white sandy beaches (Good Harbor, Wingaersheek, Singing, & Crane's Beach).
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviews
Beautiful Kitchen | Deck | Yard | Salem/Marblehead
This charming and recently renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom house is the perfect retreat for your New England family getaway. Nestled directly between historic Marblehead and Salem downtown, you'll find yourself surrounded by the rich maritime history and colonial charm that these picturesque towns have to offer. Enjoy charming downtown Marblehead or enjoy the bewitching ambiance in Salem. Come home to glass of wine on the deck while the kids play freely in the backyard.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
Charming Toe-Hold, A Short Walk to Town and Beach
Toe-Hold is a wonderful year-round 1846 home with plenty of rooms, reading nooks and quiet spaces for family and friends of all backgrounds to eat and play together. The gorgeous beaches and picturesque downtown, great restaurants, art galleries and shops for the whole family, are within 10-15 minute walk. Rockport is one of the oldest art colonies in the US, and home to generations of fishermen. Day trips by car or train to Boston and other beautiful historic towns.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 376 reviews
Large, Comfortable & Conveniently located Home
You will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located private, updated historical home. 4 bedrooms & 2 baths w/plenty of extra space for large families or groups. Fenced-in spacious patio with huge backyard. Sizable, private parking area. Near Routes 95 & 128. Only 25 mins to Boston. Perfect for trips to picturesque points, including Boston, Gloucester, Newburyport, Rockport, Cape Ann, historic Salem & Maine coastal towns and cities. Dog friendly.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
Beautiful very spacious historical house in Salem
The whole group will enjoy easy access to everything from this centrally located place. A few minutes walk to a multitude of great restaurants, shops, galleries, the witch house, ghost and witch tours, trolley tours, Salem ferry, Pickering wharf, Salem witch museum, witch dungeon museum and a few minutes drive to Salem Willows and the house of the seven gables. All three bedrooms that are on the second floor will have AC units from mid June till September.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews
Sea Vagabond - Watch the waves, stroll to the sand
"The Sea Vagabond House is an expanded 1932 summer cottage, with spectacular views of the ocean waves, with the tidal Saratoga Creek offering a mesmerizing and changing scenes from inside and outside this charming vacation home. The home sleeps eight comfortably in beds. Each level offers a full bathroom with a bathtub/shower. There are plenty of bath towels and beach towels for each guest. "Comfortable, clean and close to the beach, we will return."
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
Ocean views! Welcome to Sea Breeze! Winter rates!
Sea Breeze offers a spacious, newly renovated, 4 bedroom escape, that smiles down upon Good Harbor beach. Take in the refreshing salt air breezes while enjoying the solitude of being situated at the end of a quiet cul de sac. A short 3-5 minute drive gets you into the Good Harbor parking lot or take a 20 minute walk instead. Close-by downtown Gloucester is teeming with spectacular restaurants and activities for the whole family.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Beverly Beach House- Upper Deck
Half block from the beach in the scenic North Shore. Get away from it all in this beach bungalow. Close to downtown restaurants and shops, Historic Cabot theater and more. Large historic colonial home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bath with ocean views and off street parking. Large deck and full kitchen. 30 min train to Boston. Easy quick access to popular destinations such as Marblehead, Rockport, Newburyport, Gloucester and more.
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviews
Nana-tucket Inn
Charming historic town, home of Brooks School and Phillips Academy, 30 minutes to Boston and Seacoast. Families will enjoy our children’s park and town park, just a short walk from property. Enjoy pastural views while relaxing poolside (availability May 1 - Oct 1)in a quiet & private backyard setting. Hot tub is also open May 1 til Nov 1. Seven minutes to commuter rail for those who desire traveling into Boston, no hassle!
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews
The Salty Plum, a Beautiful Plum Island Escape
Coveted Plum Island location for your New England beach vacation. Enjoy ocean views and a short walk to the sand, with restaurants and shops just steps away. Close to the Parker River Wildlife Refuge and a quick drive to historic Newburyport. Fish from the shore, bike the island, explore the refuge, or enjoy the coastal charm and great dining nearby. Sleeps up to 10 comfortably.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews
Pleasant Place Parking • Walk to Downtown
Stay in the heart of Rockport, just a short walk from the harbor, downtown, Front Beach & Old Garden Beach —with your own off-street parking. Pleasant Place is a bright 2-bedroom, 2 full bath home, three beds(including the pullout), a renovated kitchen and space for up to four guests. It's a perfect spot to settle in for summer fun!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviewsPopular amenities for Essex house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Sanctum by the Lake
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 285 reviews
Spacious vacation unit in premium suburban town
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews
Pool is Open thru Sept+Walking Trails+Dead End St.
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 55 reviews
The Stunning Melita Farms Geodesic Dome Farmhouse
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews
Theatre | Arcade | Pool w. Free 3 Car Parking
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
Sleeps 10, Indoor Pool, Hot Tub, Pups Ok
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 74 reviews
Exclusive Lifestyle on Marblehead Neck
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews
Fantastic Kittery Home with Pool
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 69 reviewsWeekly house rentals

William Haskell House First Period Colonial Home
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews
The Essex of Gloucester
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews
Oceanfront Home Rockport
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
Villaggio By The Sea.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews
The Rockport Retreat-walk to beaches and downtown
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews
Direct Waterfront on Plum Island Sound Sunsets
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews
Evensong: Lovely Oceanview Retreat with Dock
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews
Stay at Wingaersheek
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsPrivate house rentals

Northridge Vista
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviews
Luxury Townhouse in Downtown with Free Parking #2
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviews
“Sea La Vie” 4Bed / 3Bath Walk to Good Harbor
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviews
PVT Waterfront Deck•Firepit•Parking•Close to Salem
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 51 reviews
"Shooting Star" | Beach Front | Pet Friendly
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
The Salty Witches Cottage
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews
Lane's Cove Bijou
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews
Walk to Lighthouse Beach | Annisquam Gloucester
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviewsDestinations to explore
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