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Charming private townhouse-style lodging, a block from Marblehead Harbor

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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 31 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming private townhouse-style lodging, a block from Marblehead Harbor

Chestnut Sweet, a two-floor townhouse-style apartment, is located in its own building in one of Marblehead's historic neighborhoods, called the Shipyard. Ideal for two adults (or for a couple and one guest), the Sweet is quiet and private, a gentle, fireplaced respite from your day's activities: swimming at nearby beaches, playing tennis and pickleball, sailing, shopping, and dining in town, and enjoying Marblehead's rich history. Everything is within easy walking distance. The Sweet features, on its first floor, a sitting room on the garden with a convertible love seat (to a double guest bed if needed0 and large closet; a living room with flatscreen TV and gas fireplace; a kitchenette (coffeemaker, countertop oven (we are not zoned for a full-size stove), microwave, electric kettle, and small fridge; full bath with rain shower, laundry facilities, and easy, private ground-floor access. Its second floor offers a queen bed, half-bath, skylights, ceiling fan, large bureau, and closet. The Sweet has full AC, plus wonderful sound-proofing throughout, making it a truly relaxing and private get-away space. Guests will have bikes, beach chairs, and beach towels to use, and a pair of congenial hosts who are available 24/7.

Property manager

Francie King

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1 square foot

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Check-out is 11 a.m. Key can be left on the hooks by the door. Please sign our guest book!

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and 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 C0279361680

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Elegant Private Townhouse a Block From the Ocean
Charming Private Townhouse, a Block From the Ocean Marblehead

About the area

Map
Marblehead, MA

What's nearby

  • Peabody Essex Museum - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Witch House - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Salem Witch Museum - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Salem Common - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Swampscott Station - 7 min drive
  • Salem Station - 14 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bagel World II Bakery & Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gerry 5 V.F.A. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Terry's Old Fashion Ice Cream Shop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rip Tide Lounge - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming private townhouse-style lodging, a block from Marblehead Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming private townhouse-style lodging, a block from Marblehead Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming private townhouse-style lodging, a block from Marblehead Harbor?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming private townhouse-style lodging, a block from Marblehead Harbor located?

Located in the heart of Marblehead, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Marblehead Museum & Historical Society and Fort Sewall. Gas House Beach and Salem Harbor are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Charming private townhouse-style lodging, a block from Marblehead Harbor Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 132 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

R. Matthew C.

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

Great stay over Christmas!

Outstanding in all respects. Wonderful host and superb property. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Great place

Always great staying in our old home town! Great accommodations and convenient location. Enjoyed talking to Francie and Bob.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Absolutely wonderful stay!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the sweet! Francie and her husband were incredibly kind and accommodating! The space was clean and cozy and in the perfect location for exploring Marblehead and nearby Salem. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli C.

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

Absolutely the Best!

This is our second year staying at the Sweet and we couldn't love it more! It is the absolutely perfect homebase to explore Marblehead and the surrounding area. We will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

Amazing Stay at the “Sweet”

Overall everything exceeded our expectations from the warm greeting we received when we arrived, the darling well appointed accommodation and fabulous location. We hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken K.

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

Beautiful location for staying in town.

Very accommodating host.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

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

Marblehead Christmas Vacation and Family Visits

We wanted to visited family and enjoy Marblehead. The attention to detail is above and beyond most places I have rented in the past. We will be returning. Christmas festivities were in full swing in the town on this weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Wonderful, private carriage house

Francie's Marblehead "Sweet" was just great: location, cleanliness, and a great host, everything was as good as we could have hoped. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

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

Helped Make the Perfect Valentine's Weekend

We genuinely had the best experience we've ever had with staying at a rental property. Francie and Bob are lovely people. They went above and beyond to ensure we had the best stay we could have possibly had. We were greeted with a basket of goodies, fruit, muffins, and some of the most comfortable robes we've ever worn.The property is exactly as described and is a great utilization of the space. Francie and Bob made themselves readily available to help with everything. I would highly recommend a stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Beyond 5 stars!

Absolutely perfect!!! Loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anja W.

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

Great stay in a beautiful location!

5 Stars for this property! It was beautifully presented and had all the amenities needed for our stay. I will recommend this property and certainly would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

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

Charming

Relaxing place to unwind after sight seeing. Beautiful neighborhood, accommodating hosts, and great food and beach nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Z.

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

Great stay at Chestnut Sweet

Wonderful accommodations and friendly host. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Beautiful spot and wonderful hosts!

The home was beautiful and spotless, and perfectly located to explore the lovely town of Marblehead. The owners were incredibly gracious and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Gorgeous cottage

Exceptional cottage and hospitality! Book with no concerns, this place has it all! Wonderful communication throughout the process which continued during our stay! Truly a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall B.

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

Cozy New England Cottage

This was a dream come true. This cozy cottage was the perfect place for a fall stay in Massachusetts. My friends and I stayed and drove to Salem. It was a short beautiful drive from the cottage. Francis was the perfect hostess. I would completely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles f.

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

Pleasant stay & comfortable

Wonderful host. Very thoughtful touches throughout the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann S.

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

A cozy spot

Beautiful. The “cottage”was perfect and the location couldn’t be better for us. We were able to easily get around the North Shore to visit family and friends, and yet have a lovely spot to relax after busy days. Marblehead is a wonderful place to stay with lots of little parks to explore and many restaurants to choose from You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael & Chriss B.

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

Return Visit

This lovely home is absolute perfection. We enjoy our stays here so much we come back as often as we can. The hosts are more than that to us - we consider them friends. We highly recommend a visit to Chestnut Sweet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry M.

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

Like being at home…

Wonderful location fantastic host and it couldn’t be any more cozy, felt like a second home…
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carter N.

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

Vacation

Francie and Bob could not have been nicer ! They are special people and the accommodations are the best you could ask for . Everything was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah F.

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

Absolutely perfect getaway!

This little cottage was the absolute perfect spot for a girls weekend getaway! Everything was sparkling clean, quiet neighborhood and a just a quick walk to the beach. So grateful for our time here and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

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

Tennessee does Massachusetts

Wonderful experience and such a nice place to stay!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

adrien r.

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

Extraordinary home away from home! Beautiful, warm, every comfort imaginable and then some.

This homey, gorgeous guest house couldn’t have been more perfect. It’s even more stunning than in photos. Hosts are lovely and attentive to every detail. We’d love to stay again, or maybe forever!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

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

Marblehead Getaway

Lovely, cozy retreat in a quiet neighborhood. The hosts take great care in providing a comfortable, luxurious environment, just steps from the harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023