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

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 30 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1 sq ft (0 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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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 available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation 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 neighborhood

Map
Marblehead, MA

What's nearby

  • Peabody Essex Museum - 7 min drive
  • Witch House - 7 min drive
  • Salem Witch Trials Memorial - 7 min drive
  • Salem Witch Museum - 8 min drive
  • House of the Seven Gables - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪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
  • ‪The Barnacle - ‬20 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?

Check-out 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 vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marblehead Museum & Historical Society and Fort Sewall. Gas House Beach and Salem Harbor are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Could not ask for a better place to stay. It was beautiful and the host was AMAZING! Already looking to book again!
Stayed 5 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

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

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

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

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

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Getaway
We couldn’t ask for a better place to stay. Francie and Bob treated us as if we knew each other forever. The house is very clean and cozy. Plus it’s only a short little ride to Salem. Will definitely be booking here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

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

Martha T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for two people
Quiet and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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

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

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

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

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

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful slice of Massachusetts
Stayed here this summer as part of our road trip to MA. Spent 4 nights in this absolutely lovely little townhome in Marblehead while we explored the Salem area, which was just a little over a 10 minute drive away. Francie was so welcoming when we arrived and she had a very thoughtful welcome basket with fruit, cheese, crackers, and chocolate that we put to good use during our time there. Marblehead is such a cute and charming town, and this place, which is behind Francie and Bob's home but still feels very private, was just a 2 minute walk from the picturesque cove. We loved every bit of our stay here and would certainly come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marblehead
Francie and Bob were amazing hosts. You can see the love and detail they have put into the Chestnut sweet. Everything you could possibly need they have thought of. We enjoyed talking with them and loved their restaurant recommendations. We loved the location and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
We enjoyed our “home” away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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

Kelli C., SAINT CLOUD, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most amazing rental!
This is the perfect vacation rental. It is beautifully decorated, clean and the host is the best! Already planning our return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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

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

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

Franklin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
A great property. Hosts of have thought of everything. Beautiful spot with plenty of space. Great location. Host really responsive. Highly recommend if you are looking for a stand alone structure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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