Title: Steps to Beach | Bunkhouse + Porch | Dog-Friendly Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Steps to Beach | Bunkhouse + Porch | Dog-Friendly Retreat ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91120000/91110500/91110442/4f7e576c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91120000/91110500/91110442/eaf51663.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91120000/91110500/91110442/4e1bbcb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91120000/91110500/91110442/6b51483f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91120000/91110500/91110442/ca780628.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Plum Island and unwind in the beautifully designed home, The Wishbone. Just steps from the beach, this charming retreat features a spacious back deck with outdoor couches and gas grill. Inside, enjoy high-speed internet and Smart TVs or relax in one of three cozy living spaces: a covered front porch, 3-seasons porch with TV, or private bunk house. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen £489 includes taxes & fees 20 Oct - 21 Oct ## 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. ### Steps to Beach | Bunkhouse + Porch | Dog-Friendly Retreat Summary: Welcome to "The Wishbone", a beautifully designed, dog-friendly and fully furnished single family Plum Island home with 2 bedrooms & 1.5 bathrooms, plus detached bunk house with full bed, full kitchen, and bathroom with shower. Just steps to the basin and 1 block to the public beach. The property sleeps up to 8 people in the summer months in 2 main house bedrooms, living room sleeper sofa and detached bunk house. The Space: Now accepting 30+ night stays starting Nov 1st-April 30th. KEY FEATURES ☼ 1,000 sqft home with 2 bedrooms and detached bunk house sleeping 8 ☼ Back deck with outdoor couch, umbrella, adjustable coffee table up to dining table height, and gas grill ☼ Covered front porch ☼ 3-seasons porch with couch and TV ☼ 1-minute walk to the beach ☼ Spacious front yard with Adirondack chairs ☼ 4 window AC units and baseboard heat ☼ In-unit washer and dryer ☼ High-speed internet FIRST FLOOR 3-SEASONS PORCH ✫ Comfortable couch ✫ TV with Roku LIVING ROOM ✫ Sleeper sofa sectional ✫ Smart TV ✫ Decorative fireplace (fireplace inoperable) DINING ROOM ✫ 4-person dining table ✫ Small side room off of dining room with work-from-home desk KITCHEN ✫ Fully equipped with updated appliances and all necessary kitchen items ✫ Drip coffee maker and espresso machine ✫ Blender HALF BATHROOM ✫ Half bathroom located off kitchen ✫ Washer and dryer SECOND FLOOR PRIMARY BEDROOM ✫ Queen sized bed ✫ Clean linens provided BEDROOM #2 ✫ Queen sized bed ✫ Clean linens provided FULL BATHROOM ✫ Full bathroom with shower/tub combo ✫ Clean towels provided DETACHED BUNK HOUSE ✫ Approximately 200 sqft ✫ Queen bed ✫ Full kitchenette ✫ Bathroom with standing shower ✫ Sleeps up to 2 people ✫ Clean linens and towels provided ✫ Not available in winter months (September-April) OUTDOOR SPACES ✫ Private back deck with gas grill, outdoor couches, coffee table that adjusts up to dinner table height, and umbrella ✫ Spacious front yard with 6 Adirondack chairs ✫ Outdoor shower ✫ Covered front porch ✫ 8 beach chairs provided Off-street parking for up to 4 vehicles Sleeps up to 8 people (6 in the main house, 2 in the bunk house) LOCATION ✫ Corner of 54th Street and Northern Boulevard ✫ 1 minute walk to the beach ✫ 1 mile to top Plum Island attractions (Sunset Club, Plum Island Grill, The Cottage Creamery, etc.) ✫ 10 min drive to downtown Newburyport PLEASE NOTE: ✫ No more than 2 dogs max, $100 pet fee per pet - to be collected after the booking is confirmed. ✫ We provide a starter supply of essentials (shampoo, body soap, hand soap, paper towels, and toilet paper), coffee, sugar, and creamer to help you settle in. These items are intended to get you through the first few days of your stay. If you anticipate needing more, please plan to bring additional supplies. ✫ A $100 fee per pet applies and will be charged through our software after the booking is confirmed. Cleaning: Our cleaners are taking extra care to disinfect frequently touched surfaces between reservations (doorknobs, surfaces, light switches, remote controls, tables, fan and lamp chains, thermostats etc). Important: Beach towels are not provided. We have a Ring Doorbell Camera on the exterior of our property facing the outside of our entrance. This is not monitored but does record. We also have a Minut noise monitor system located inside the property in the kitchen/living room. This is a smart home device that measures volume levels throughout the property, it does not record sound, but allows us to respond to noise nuisances in a timely manner to ensure all neighbors are being respected. Minut is 100% privacy compliant and is required on this property. These are to keep all guests safe and to keep the property secure. Thanks for understanding! Please reach out to guarantee your reservation today. We're always excited to host great people! – The Seacoast 2 Summit Vacation Rentals team Guest Access: Entire home plus detached bunk house The Neighborhood: Plum Island is a traditional coastal New England vacation destination, close to downtown Newburyport’s historic architecture, boutique shopping, upscale and family friendly dining and pubs. Other Things to Note: FYI, booking includes and is protected by our damage protection program. Please be mindful of our neighbors during your stay. Our property's quiet hours are in place to ensure that everyone can enjoy a peaceful night's sleep. We care a lot about maintaining good relationships with our community, so we appreciate you following our "house rules" during your stay. We are committed to Rent Responsibly standards. This means we follow best-in-class guidelines to ensure you have a peaceful, safe and memorable stay with us. We use smart home technology to improve your experience. Minut is a smart home device that measures volume levels throughout the property and allows us to respond to noise nuisances without disrupting your stay. Minut is 100% privacy compliant and is required on this property. We also have a Ring Doorbell Camera on the exterior of our property facing the outside of our entrance. This is to keep all guests safe and to keep the property secure. If you have any questions, please ask. We are committed to your comfort so please let us know if we can do anything during your stay to make it more enjoyable. FYI - For guests bringing pets, please clean up after them. We will be requesting additional payment for any extra clean up from your pet. (The pet fee - $100 per pet, only covers additional cleaning to make sure to get all pet fur by double washing all linens, wear and tear on flooring/carpets and furniture). No more than 2 dogs allowed. Also, there might be some road and/or building construction near the listing that are not communicated to us prior as well as loud noises from the outside which we don't have any control over. Note: You have to be at least 25 years old to book. Thank you for understanding! Interaction with Guests: We are not on the property but we are just a message or phone call away if you need anything. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33502300/33502261/9afdf436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Plum Island Escape; Steps from Beach- Coveted Southern Island Location Newbury - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 102 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=33502261&PinnedHotelID=33502261&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55100000/55093800/55093709/d9f6ba22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### PET FRIENDLY-Walk to Beach-Fire Pit-40 Min to Salem, MA-WINTER RENTAL AVAILABLE Newbury - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=55093709&PinnedHotelID=55093709&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19320000/19319800/19319752/b16478cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Upscale Cottage On The Atlantic Ocean, Feet in Sand Newbury - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 91 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=19319752&PinnedHotelID=19319752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96680000/96670700/96670653/f852ae4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside Serenity | Steps to Beach | Deck & Porch Newbury - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 7 reviews £519 includes taxes & fees 29 Sept - 30 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=96670653&PinnedHotelID=96670653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81750000/81744000/81743989/7c425322.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### After Dune Delight: Beachfront & Access! 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We’ve put a lot of effort into making this into a lovely space to be enj... ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Charge may apply ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 This property accepts cash 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 C0407902060 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. ### Property is also known as 63d05bf01e1f980048fa1709 ## About the area Located in Newbury, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hampton Beach and Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, while Custom House Maritime Museum and Firehouse Center for the Arts are cultural highlights. The Collection and Sisters We Three are also worth visiting. [Visit our Newbury travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newbury.dx6052895) [View more Holiday homes in Newbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newbury-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6052895-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.80992%2C-70.81202&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ohG73bJwIXrqJD98EtFWdnVdSEM=) Newburyport, MA ### What's nearby - Newbury Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Plum Island Point - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Waterfront Promenade Park - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles - Salisbury Beach - 22 min drive - 12.6 miles - Hampton Beach - 27 min drive - 15.9 miles ### Getting around - Newburyport Station - 16 min drive - Rowley Station - 17 min drive - Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Richards Diner - ‬12 min drive - ‪Cristy's Pizza - ‬15 min drive - ‪Carousel Bar & Lounge - ‬15 min drive - ‪Sin A Loa - ‬15 min drive - ‪Dolphin Bar - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Steps to Beach | Bunkhouse + Porch | Dog-Friendly Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Beach | Bunkhouse + Porch | Dog-Friendly Retreat? > As of 25 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Beach | Bunkhouse + Porch | Dog-Friendly Retreat on 20 Oct 2025 start from £489.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newbury-Hotels-Steps-To-Beach-Dog-Friendly-The-Wishbone.h91110442.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Steps to Beach | Bunkhouse + Porch | Dog-Friendly Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Steps to Beach | Bunkhouse + Porch | Dog-Friendly Retreat? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Steps to Beach | Bunkhouse + Porch | Dog-Friendly Retreat located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Newbury Beach, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge and Plum Island Beach. Salisbury Beach State Reservation and Plum Island Point are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Steps to Beach | Bunkhouse + Porch | Dog-Friendly Retreat Reviews 9.8 ### 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 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erik H. 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location for a weekend get away My family and I stayed for two nights over the weekend and loved it. The home is clean and had all the amenities we needed. Short walk to the beach and to tasty food at Mad Marthas. We also were able to bring our dog, which may it even more enjoyable. ##### Erik H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Betty S. 18 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach stay The house was comfortable and clean. The landscaping and back porch could have been fixed up better. ##### Betty S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonya C. 20 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Few days at the beach Loved the property . Bunk house was perfect for me to relax away from the rest of the family. Outdoor shower was heavenly . ##### Sonya C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily C. 31 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful family friendly oasis This was a beautiful place to stay with the house and bunk house giving my family plenty of room to have space yet promote family time. The beach was in perfect walking distance for my little ones and the usual stress of a busy neighborhood or beach was not a problem at all. There are plenty of delicious restaurants around and the town itself is so quaint you can’t help but enjoy being there. My family is already looking forward to booking our next vacation, very pleased with everything. ##### Emily C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen L. 18 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### thank you! just what we needed. ##### Kathleen L. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything you would need and then some! Very clean and ready for our arrival. Communication with the property manager was excellent. Pictures do make the size look bigger. But 1/2 our party was unable to make it so it was perfect for the three of us. Would not recommend for small children but an adult group of 6 would be comfortable. ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024