Title: Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean Holiday home in Manchester-by-the-Sea with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean ![Beach - Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean (Manchester-by-the-Sea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101950000/101940700/101940654/4419714f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean (Manchester-by-the-Sea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101950000/101940700/101940654/d4282521.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean (Manchester-by-the-Sea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101950000/101940700/101940654/c5bea721.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean (Manchester-by-the-Sea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101950000/101940700/101940654/37bf9ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean (Manchester-by-the-Sea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101950000/101940700/101940654/a7a8fda7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step into Blue-Bird by the Sea, a cozy beach-house retreat in Manchester By-The-Sea. Enjoy proximity to Singing Beach, downtown restaurants and shopping while staying within walking distance of pickle-ball courts. The modern townhome offers a chef's kitchen perfect for cooking and hosting. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean Welcome to Blue-Bird by the Sea! A modern, clean, & cozy beach townhouse located in the beautiful seaside village of Manchester By-The-Sea! About a mile away from Singing Beach, downtown restaurants, shopping, train to Boston, grocery store, & coffee shops. And just a few hundred feet from the new town pickle-ball courts!! Ideal location to explore Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, Beverly, and Salem. Also close to both Gordon & Endicott College; and Landmark, Glen Urquhart, and Brookwood schools. \*\*\*\*\*\* Experience the comfort of a modern two-level townhome with 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, offering a cozy retreat for up to 6 guests. The home boasts a stunning chef's kitchen, seamlessly connecting to the living room and creating an ideal space for cooking, hosting, and entertaining. On the main floor, find the kitchen, dining room, a full bathroom, a living room with a TV, and a master bedroom featuring a TV, closet, and a king-size bed. The second bedroom on this floor includes two twin-sized beds. The upper floor includes a third bedroom with a full-size bed, a washer and dryer for added convenience, a half bathroom, and a versatile fourth bedroom or bonus room with a twin-size bed and a desk. This thoughtfully designed townhome offers a contemporary and inviting atmosphere for a memorable stay. \*\*\*\*\*\* Please note that this townhouse is located in a building with another unit. This unit begins on the 2nd floor and extends to the 3rd floor. A single-level garden-style unit is located on the first floor. This unit has access to the front door, foyer area, driveway, and deck but not the yard. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - Near the sea ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101110000/101102300/101102251/1380a30c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large Oceanside Apartment. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 C0282381660 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=42.581863,-70.7513&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ws%7CbGrrynL%3FU%3FU%40S%3FU%40U%40S%3FUBS%40U%40S%40UBSBUBSBSBUBSBSDSBSDSDSDSDQDSFSDQFSDQFSFQHQFQFOHSFOHQFOHQHOJOHOHOHOJMHOJMJMJMJMJMJMJKJKLMJILKLKJKLILILKLGJINGLILILENGLGLGNELENELENCNELENCNCNALCNANCL%3FNANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%3FNBL%40NBN%40NDL%40NDLDNBNDLDNDLDLFNFLFLDLHNHLFLHLFLJJHLHLJLJJJLJJJJJLJJLHLLLJLHLJLHNJLJNHNHNHNHNHPHNFPHNFRHNFPFPFPFRDPFRFPDRFRDPDRBRDRDRBRDRBRBTBRBRBT%40R%40TBR%40T%40R%40T%40R%3FT%40T%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FTAR%3FTATARARATCTARARCTCTCRCRCRERCTERERCREPERGREPGRGREPGPGPGPGPIPGPINGPIPINININININKNKLINKLINKJMLILKLMJKJKJMJKLMJMHMHKJMHMHMFMHOFMHMFMFODMFMDODMDODODMDOBMBOBO%40OBM%40OBO%40O%3FO%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAO%3FMAOCOAMCOAOCOCMCOEOEMEOEMEOEMGMEOGMGMIMGOIKGMIMIMKMIKIMKMMKIMMKKKKKMKMKMKKKOKMIOKMIOIOIOKOIOIOGQIQGOIQGQGQIQGQGQEQGSESGQESESEQESESCSEUCSCSCSCSCUCUCSASAUAUCS%3FSAUAU%3FSAU%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JUMmuRpfH0AkPXDGuAixW9FPtts=) Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA #### What's nearby - Masconomo Park \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Manchester Historical Museum \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Graves Beach \- 2 min drive \- 0.9 miles - Singing Beach \- 4 min drive \- 1.1 miles - White Beach \- 4 min drive \- 1.8 miles #### Getting around - Manchester Station - 18 min walk - Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Essex Seafood - ‬10 min drive - ‪Magnolia 525 Tavern - ‬5 min drive - ‪West Street Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk - ‪Cala's - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean? ### What time is check-in at Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean? ### What time is check-out at Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean? ### Where is Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary L. 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Nice property, perfect location for our trip ##### Gary L. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alicia M. 1 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Visit to Salem Great place for family. Was nice to stay away from the hustle and bustle of Salem but still only a quick train ride away ##### Alicia M. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Evan M. 5 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice spot Nice, clean and quiet location with very quick communication from the owner. ##### Evan M. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber W. 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and Cozy My family had a wonderful stay at this home. It was clean, comfortable, cozy, and updated. Only 22 minutes to Salem, a short walk into downtown Manchester By The Sea, and 40 from the airport. We felt very at home here. Would love to stay here again! ##### Amber W. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JAMES W. 15 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property for all four seasons Great location to use as a base for any activities on the North Shore of Boston. I would utilize the property again.You can walk to the train station for travel to Salem Boston, or Gloucester Rockport.Lani is a very responsive host—an enjoyable time in Manchester. ##### JAMES W. Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David L. 10 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Manchester by the Sea My wife, adult daughter, and our dog recently stayed at the property. We enjoyed the close proximity to downtown. We walked downtown several times during our visit. The kitchen and appliances were great. The beds and linens were quality. The stairs to the second floor could be tough for less mobile folks. Having the two upper floors was nice. ##### David L. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Barbara M. 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Lucky with perfect location and weather. Markets, gas, nearby. Quaint town ##### Barbara M. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim C. 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location For Our Visit Perfect accomodations for my wife and our grown children for our long weekend stay. ##### Jim C. 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