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The Anchor House Marblehead Retreat - Minutes to Old Town and Historic Salem!

Holiday home in Marblehead with a water park

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Step into this charming 3-bedroom house in a family-friendly neighborhood, nestled near Green Street Woods and Stramski’s Playground and Beach facilities. With its beautifully updated kitchen, open-plan living area featuring hardwood flooring, the home exudes New England cottage charm.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Anchor House Marblehead Retreat - Minutes to Old Town and Historic Salem!

You will love this 3 bedroom house in a family friendly neighborhood with just a 2 minute walk to Green Street Woods and less than a 10 min walk to Stramski’s Playground and Beach facilities. Explore Old Town Marblehead which is minutes away and downtown Salem is only a 10 minute drive. Our home has a nicely updated kitchen that transitions to a generous open plan for the living and dining room area with beautiful hardwood flooring. There is an extra sitting area with a comfortable daybed just perfect for reading or napping on the first floor as well as a lovely bedroom with an adjacent half bath and laundry access. The second floor has two fully carpeted bedrooms and an updated spacious full bath. Love the outdoors? There is a patio area and stone wall behind the house then up a few steps to an open back yard for outdoor games. Decorated with intentional New England cottage style, our home is sunny, comfortable and spacious. It's perfect for families, friends or just a peaceful get away for anyone. Great for any season.

Dogs allowed at an additional fee. No smoking or vaping inside. No loud events or parties.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: you must pick up after and leash at all times

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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 deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0455771680

About the area

Map
Marblehead, MA

What's nearby

  • Mud Puddle Toys - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • King Hooper Mansion - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Marblehead Museum & Historical Society - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gas House Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Fort Sewall - 7 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Lynn Station - 11 min drive
  • Salem Station - 19 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Landing Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gerry 5 V.F.A. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Marblehead Village Market - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Little Store - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪VFW - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Anchor House Marblehead Retreat - Minutes to Old Town and Historic Salem! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at The Anchor House Marblehead Retreat - Minutes to Old Town and Historic Salem!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Anchor House Marblehead Retreat - Minutes to Old Town and Historic Salem!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Anchor House Marblehead Retreat - Minutes to Old Town and Historic Salem!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Anchor House Marblehead Retreat - Minutes to Old Town and Historic Salem! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Marblehead Museum & Historical Society, Massachusetts Bay and Gas House Beach. Fort Sewall and Salem Harbor are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Anchor House Marblehead Retreat - Minutes to Old Town and Historic Salem! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim and Gwynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very comfortable. It was wonderful to have our 2 little dogs with us. Great areas to walk them. We had everything that we needed. We really enjoyed our stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean and well equipped in furnishings and kitchen ware. The backyard was private and delightful and the neighborhood offered walking access to local beaches.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Family weekend

My youngest was graduating from Endicott and we needed a place for my 3 adult children and 2 grandchildren to stay as we do not live in MA.Perfect house for a quiet family dinner. Everyone enjoyed their stay. Many thanks to our hosts for helping to make it a memorable graduation weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Beautiful house and property!

Clean, good communication with host, family loved it! Hopefully, we can stay another time :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

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

Vacation Home

Loved this property! Home was beautiful and inviting and in a great location. We rented a car so quick trips to Salem were easy and the Marblehead area beautiful. Owner's had super fast response for a question we had and even left a gift for our arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray F.

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

Great Home and Host

This is a beautiful home in a great area the Home is clean and Cozy. The decore is very nice and Historical. I would not hesitate to book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

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

Great Getaway

The property was absolutely beautiful in a great neighborhood! Close walk to stores and a close drive into Salem for spooky fun! Property manager was kind and had great communication! I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Anchor House is a comfortable (not pretentious), cozy, and peaceful place for us to relax after a very busy wedding celebration.Bill was on top of communication with us and very accommodating to our needs. Thank you Bill.If we should ever return to Marblehead, we will definitely stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna H.

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

Lovely

The pictures do not do it justice. The house is beautifully maintained and decorated. As a family of 4, it had everything we need for the weekend. The location was great too. My kids said they want to stay longer next time. Thank you Bill and Lisa.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

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

Vacation Oasis

I highly recommend this beautiful home. Someone else said the pictures do not do it justice and I agree. The home was stocked with everything you need. It’s so comfortable, very clean and I felt right at home. Bill and Lisa are 5 star hosts. I would stay here over and over again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathy b.

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

Warm and relaxing

Stayed in Marblehead for a Celebration of Life. The house was comfortable, had a large yard for the kids to play in and the 1 year old learned to climb stairs (totally his option LOL), Rooms are larger than you expect and plenty of room to find your own space. I would recommend it for a family and it is pet friendly. Thanks Bill for letting us stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Beautiful Home

My friends and I stayed in this house to visit Salem. We’re in our late 30’s-early 40’s and we found this house to be absolutely beautiful. It was super clean and the owners were easy to communicate with. Salem was about 10-15 mins away and Marblehead is stunning. It was a perfect weekend and we would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

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

Even better than expected!

The photos don’t do this place justice. It’s so incredibly charming. It’s a great location for exploring Salem, but hanging around the house is also very enjoyable. Every night we settled in for family movie night on the couch. The hosts were responsive and accommodating. Whole place was clean and delightful. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

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

Family Christmas Gathering

We used the Anchor House as a gathering place for family coming in from around the country and living on the North Shore. The large living area was perfect for both exchanging gifts and having a sit down dinner. Bill, our host, went above and beyond making sure the place was ready for our visit, including having Xmas decorations in place and a tree put up. We had a great time. Thanks, Bill!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tobias B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024