Village Retreat: Walk to Historic Town – Private Deck, Grill & Off-Street Parking

A Warm Welcome awaits you at Village Retreat, a charming apartment in the heart of historic downtown Marblehead! This cozy retreat offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and historic New England character, putting you within walking distance of Marblehead`s wonderful restaurants, shops, galleries, and historic attractions. With the sea and golf nearby and easy access to Salem, Village Retreat is an ideal home base for exploring Boston`s beautiful North Shore.

Want to make your Witch City experience even more magical? Guests can enjoy special pricing for a group psychic reading or séance during their stay, adding a memorable experience to your coastal getaway.

Step inside Village Retreat and enjoy comfortable first-floor living in this elevated historic building. The welcoming living room features comfortable seating and a large 50-inch Smart TV, making it an inviting place to relax after a day of sightseeing. Settle in for a favorite movie or access your personal streaming services with ease.

The eat-in kitchen provides everything you need for a convenient stay, including full-sized appliances, a Keurig coffee maker, blender, and more. Start your morning with coffee before heading out to discover Marblehead, or prepare a relaxed meal and enjoy it in the comfort of your private retreat.

When it`s time to unwind, step outside onto the spacious private sunny deck. It`s the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee, relax with a good book, or simply take in the peaceful atmosphere after exploring the town.

Village Retreat comfortably accommodates up to four guests with one queen bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. The bedroom offers a queen-sized bed, bedside tables and lamps, a large walk-in closet, armoire, bureau, and a dedicated desk with office chair. The living room sleeper sofa provides additional sleeping space for two guests.

From your front door, Marblehead`s historic streets, distinctive boutiques, art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions are all within easy reach. Known as the birthplace of the US Navy and a celebrated sailing destination, Marblehead is a treasure for history buffs, boaters, art lovers, and anyone looking to experience classic coastal New England.

There is something for everyone here - so many fun activities:

- Historic Exploration: Wander the colorful, narrow streets of Old Town and discover beautifully preserved 18th-century homes, historic landmarks, and fascinating Colonial history.
- Boating & Sailing: Experience Marblehead`s rich maritime heritage and explore the harbor that helped establish the town as one of New England`s celebrated sailing destinations.
- Art & Antiquing: Browse unique boutiques, art galleries, antique shops, and local treasures throughout downtown Marblehead.
- Beach Days: Spend time at Devereux Beach, complete with picnic tables, playgrounds, and restrooms, or explore the peaceful rocky shoreline of Gas House Beach.
- Coastal Adventures: Explore Marblehead Neck and make your way toward the lighthouse for beautiful views of Marblehead Harbor.
- Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy a paddle at King`s Beach with views toward Boston or discover the area`s scenic coastal surroundings.
- Salem Adventures: Take a quick bus, Uber, or car ride to nearby Salem and explore its famous witchcraft history, museums, shops, restaurants, and waterfront attractions.
- Golf Getaway: Enjoy easy access to nearby golf courses and combine a day on the greens with the charm of Marblehead.
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Village Retreat Accommodation Highlights

- Sleeps 4 in 1 Bedroom: 1 Queen bed + Queen sleeper sofa in living room
- Cozy private apartment in historic downtown Marblehead
- First-floor living space in an elevated building
- Fully equipped kitchen with full-sized appliances
- Keurig coffee maker
- Blender
- Eat-in kitchen
- Spacious private sunny deck
- Living room with comfortable seating
- Large 50-inch Smart TV
- Smart TV access for personal streaming services
- High-speed WiFi
- Main bathroom with walk-in shower
- Toiletries provided
- Off-street parking for 1 car
- Dedicated bedroom workspace with desk and office chair
- Large bedroom walk-in closet
- Easy access to downtown Marblehead restaurants, shops, galleries, and attractions
- Convenient access to Salem by bus, Uber, or car
- Exterior security cameras present for guest safety
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Sleeping Arrangements

Bedroom — Sleeps 2

- Queen-sized bed
- 2 bedside tables
- 2 bedside lamps
- Large walk-in closet
- Armoire
- Bureau
- Desk with office chair

Living Room — Sleeps 2

- Queen sleeper sofa
- Sleeper sofa can be opened into a queen-sized bed
- Extra linens for the sleeper sofa are available upon request for a small fee

Bathroom

- 1 full bathroom
- Walk-in shower
- Toiletries provided

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Special Considerations

- There is 1 off-street parking space for Village Retreat at the back of the building, in front of the garage. Please note that driveway access is from a different street.
- The living space is located on the first floor, while the building itself is elevated. Guests will need to ascend stairs to enter the home.
- Exterior security cameras are present at the accommodation for safety.
- Extra linens for the sleeper sofa are available upon request for a small fee.

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Mobility-Friendly Features

Village Retreat is considered mobility friendly and offers:

- One-floor living is possible, with at least one bedroom and one full bathroom on the main living level.
- Six or fewer stairs to enter the main living level.
- Easy-access bathing with a walk-in shower.

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Window AC Units

This property is cooled with window air conditioning units. The units are installed in May and removed in September. Each window AC unit has both a cooling function and a fan function, and each room with a window AC unit also has a fan.

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About Marblehead

Founded in 1629, Marblehead is one of Boston`s North Shore gems, steeped in maritime, Colonial, and Revolutionary history. Once a crucial fishing port during the American Revolution, the town`s fascinating past can still be experienced while wandering through the colorful, narrow streets of Old Town.

Marblehead feels like an open-air museum, with beautifully preserved 18th-century homes, historic architecture, national historic landmarks, and charming local shops scattered throughout the community. History and architecture lovers can spend hours simply exploring the streets and discovering something new around every corner.

Make your way through Marblehead Neck toward the lighthouse and take in breathtaking views of Marblehead Harbor, a historic harbor known as the birthplace of the US Navy and a major sailing destination.

For a relaxing beach day, visit Devereux Beach, Marblehead`s most popular beach, with picnic tables, playgrounds, and restrooms. Gas House Beach on Little Harbor offers a quieter New England atmosphere, with a rocky shoreline and small boats resting in the shallow, tranquil waters. Active visitors can enjoy a paddle at King`s Beach while taking in views toward Boston.

Whether you`re here for history, sailing, antiquing, art, shopping, beaches, or a quick adventure to Salem, Village Retreat puts you right in the heart of it all. Come experience the charm of Marblehead and discover why this coastal town is one of Boston`s North Shore`s most treasured destinations!

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Warm Welcome - where rentals feel like home
- A Warm Welcome with starter supplies: paper towels, dish detergent, hand soap, body wash, shampoo, & toilet paper.
- A Warm Welcome with beds fully made with freshly laundered linens.
- A Warm Welcome with a set of towels for each registered guest.
- A Warm Welcome with a special gift.

Please help us be good neighbors:
- Smoking of any kind or anything is strictly prohibited.
- NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME.
Smoking or hosting events will be cause for immediate eviction with no refund. Please be aware that you will be held liable for damages caused by smoking or events.

Please be respectful of the owner`s home and considerate of the neighbors.
House Rules simply ask you to be Good Neighbors and Respectful Visitors.
Good Neighbors honor the right of the property’s neighbors to peacefully enjoy their homes. Guests will:
1) Respect Quiet Hours: Quiet Hours are dictated by local rules and ordinances. Unless specified otherwise, quiet hours are between 10PM and 8AM.
2) Not Host Events or Parties: without express written approval from your Warm Welcome host, do not host any parties or events.
3) Follow the Law: do not do anything illegal.
4) Respect Boundaries: Do not encroach into the neighbors’ space, including but not limited to yards, gardens, decks, patios, and parking spaces. Do not use neighbors’ amenities or take neighbor’s property, such as furniture, grills, pools, spas, etc.
5) Follow Parking Instructions: Please follow all parking instructions and only use those spaces allotted to this accommodation.

Respectful Visitors: remember you are renting a private home; please treat the home with respect:
1) Prudent Use: instructions on how to use appliances and amenities are provided. Please use all items for their intended purpose. Please contact your Warm Welcome host if you have any questions.
2) Use of Wi-Fi & Internet: guests agree to use the network for legal purposes only.
3) Be Neat and Caring: please do pick up after yourselves; put trash and recycling in proper bins, do the dishes, use coasters, and leave the furniture in place.
4) Park in Designated Areas: Please do park in driveways, parking areas, and garages. Please do not park on lawns or in gardens.
5) Do Not Smoke or Vape: smoking or vaping of anything: cigarettes, pipes, cigars, or marijuana, requires special costly remediation to remove the aroma – please help us to help you avoid this cost.