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The charming exterior of an antique colonial-style home is displayed, featuring a yellow facade with dark green shutters. Flower boxes adorn the windows, filled with colorful blooms. A welcoming front entry is accentuated by steps leading up to the door, with a neatly landscaped garden visible.
Home in Downtown Salem
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 395 reviews

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.

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The exterior view of the home reveals a modern wooden structure surrounded by lush greenery. A spacious deck extends from one side, while stone pathways weave through well-maintained gardens. Soft blue skies and gentle clouds create a serene atmosphere.
Home in Gloucester
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 152 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).

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A serene view of the lake is framed by two bright blue chairs and a small white table topped with a pot of yellow flowers. Lush greenery surrounds the water, with residential homes visible in the distance.
Home in Salem
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews

Quaint Little New Hampshire Lake House Getaway!

Imagine the peace and quiet of looking out a wall of glass seeing the tranquility of the lake while knowing 10 minutes away is shopping, restaurants entertainment and just about anything you could ask for to meet your needs. 10 minutes from the highway, 35 minutes from Boston, 35 minutes from the ocean and 1 1/2 hours from the mountains. We are a central point to anything you’re looking for. Newly renovated lake house with all the up to date amenities. Come and enjoy a night or week.

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A bright living area features a cozy seating arrangement with a brown sofa and a patterned rug. A large television sits beside a white brick fireplace with decorative elements. Natural light fills the space through expansive windows, while a dining table with soft chairs is visible in the foreground.
Home in Plum Island
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

Plum Perch: Professionally Cleaned, Close to Beach

Enjoy the best of Plum Island at this getaway walking distance from the beach and town center. 5 min walk to Newbury Beach. Central A/C. 3 full bedrooms and a private loft w/ king size bed. 2 full baths. Expansive private deck w/seating. Ample parking for 4-5 vehicles, including garage parking. Dry basement with addl rec space. Full washer dryer. Stocked kitchen with major appliances: stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, Vitamix, and pod coffee maker. Sheets and bath linens provided.

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A bright living area features large windows with views of a garden and ample natural light. A comfortable dark sofa and a plush chair are arranged around a glass coffee table on a colorful area rug. A wooden dresser and a small dining table add warmth to the space.
Home in Rockport
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 376 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.

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A large tree with a broad canopy dominates the lush backyard, surrounded by greenery. The area features a stone border outlining a patch of grass, with glimpses of the landscape beyond, including wooded areas and a play structure in the distance.
Home in Danvers
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 136 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.

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A dining area is showcased with a rustic wooden table surrounded by four chairs and a bench. An arrangement of circular placemats lies on the table. Natural light enters through a window, illuminating the wooden floor and a potted plant sits on the table.
Home in Downtown Salem
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 211 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.

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A vibrant sunset casts warm orange and yellow hues across the ocean's surface, reflecting on gentle waves. Silhouetted rocks line the shore, while distant land appears along the horizon, creating a serene coastal scene.
Home in Rockport
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 101 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."

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A panoramic view reveals the tranquil ocean, with soft waves lapping against the shore. Green trees and distant sandy areas are visible, enhancing the natural scenery. Several rooftops in the foreground provide a sense of elevation and perspective towards the coastline.
Home in Gloucester
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 114 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.

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Two white rocking chairs sit invitingly along a stone walkway, facing a calm harbor. Reflections of colorful buildings and boats can be seen on the water's surface, framed by a vibrant sky during sunset.
Home in Rockport
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

Charming waterfront home. Patio, AC, Shops, Dining

Discover your dream Rockport getaway! You'll stay nestled on Bearskin Neck, in this cozy harborside condo boasting stunning views, steps from shops, beaches, & galleries. Relax on your private patio overlooking the iconic Motif #1 for your morning coffee or evening happy hour. Book now for a fun getaway, year-round! There is one bedroom upstairs and a pullout sofa downstairs that can sleep 2.

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The exterior of the house showcases a spacious design with a light-colored facade and large windows. A spiral staircase leads to an upper deck, offering additional outdoor space. Natural grasses and shrubs surround the property, enhancing the connection to the beach environment.
Home in Plum Island
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 200 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.

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Home in Rockport
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 130 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!

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