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Newly renovated, open kitchen & living room with all new appliances, breakfast bar, 4-seat dining table, couch, accent chair and flat screen smart Roku TV.

This rental is perfectly located on Plum Island -- just steps away from the boardwalk, beach, basin, river and Plum Island lighthouse.

Back outdoor space with gas grill and picnic table

Master bedroom, queen-sized bed, attached 1/2 bathroom and smart Roku TV

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9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Newburyport, MA

Plum Island Point3 min walk
Waterfront Promenade Park8 min drive
Salisbury Beach State Reservation19 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)57 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed a long weekend at the end of September. There were 3 of us having a girls weekend. There was plenty of space,...

Beverley g.

Feb 25, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Steps to Beach | Swing | Grill | Ship's Anchor

Summary:
Welcome to this perfectly situated Plum Island vacation rental located on the northern tip of the island. This newly renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage sleeps up to 6 people and is just steps from the beach, boardwalk, basin, Plum Island Lighthouse, Merrimack River and children's playground! Also only 4 miles away from downtown Newburyport where you can enjoy all the top attractions, dining, shopping and more.

The Space:
KEY FEATURES
✫ Steps to beach
✫ Off-street parking
✫ 2 window AC units
✫ Fans in every room
✫ Spacious outdoor area with furniture
✫ Beautiful views of the ocean, basin, and river

✫✫KITCHEN✫✫
✫ Fully equipped
✫ All new modern appliances
✫ Coffee maker and coffee provided
✫ Large breakfast bar with 3 stools
✫ 4-person dining table

✫✫LIVING ROOM✫✫
✫ Comfortable couch
✫ Smart Roku TV
✫ Basic cable via Spectrum (no cable, but you can log into streaming accounts)

✫✫MASTER BEDROOM✫✫
✫ Queen bed
✫ Brand new hyper-allergenic bed
✫ Roku smart TV
✫ Clean linens provided

✫✫BEDROOM #2✫✫
✫ Full bed
✫ Brand new hyper-allergenic bed
✫ Clean linens provided

✫✫BEDROOM #3✫✫
✫ Twin-over-twin bunk bed
✫ Clean linens provided

✫✫OUTDOOR SPACE✫✫
✫ Spacious outdoor area with outdoor furniture
✫ Gas grill
✫ Picnic table

✫✫PARKING✫✫
✫ Two parking spots

Location:
Ground floor unit in a two-unit property
Owners live upstairs

There is no washer and dryer in the unit.

Please reach out today to guarantee your Plum Island getaway. I'm always excited to host great people! – Sean, Seacoast Vacation Rentals.

Travel & Leisure Magazine praises Newburyport as “one of the best laid-back beach towns in the Northeast”. First settled in 1635, Newburyport has a long and rich history. Located on the southern bank of the Merrimack River where it empties into the Atlantic Ocean, downtown Newburyport is quaint, picturesque, walkable and has many top-rated restaurants, bars, cafes and shops. We recommend The Grog for pub food, Michael's Harborside for seafood on their open-air deck, The Poynt for small plates and cocktails and The DECK for casual waterfront dining and drinks. Be sure to visit Bob’s Lobster for award-winning lobster rolls and golden-fried seafood and chowder

The Neighborhood:
Travel & Leisure Magazine praises Newburyport as “one of the best laid-back beach towns in the Northeast”. First settled in 1635, Newburyport has a long and rich history. Located on the southern bank of the Merrimack River where it empties into the Atlantic Ocean, downtown Newburyport is quaint, picturesque, walkable and has many top-rated restaurants, bars, cafes and shops. We recommend The Grog for pub food, Michael's Harborside for seafood on their open-air deck, The Poynt for small plates and cocktails and The DECK for casual waterfront dining and drinks. Be sure to visit Bob’s Lobster for award-winning lobster rolls, fried seafood and chowder.

Other Things to Note:
FYI, booking includes and is protected by the Waivo 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 have a Ring Doorbell Camera on the exterior of our property facing the outside of our entrance. This is not monitored but does record. 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.

You must at least be 25 years old to book.

Thank you for understanding!

Interaction with Guests:
I live a short distance away and I am available to help guests in any way.

Property manager

Sean Bakhtiari

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

- Quiet hours are between 9:30 p.m. – 9:30 a.m. Please be very respectful of the rental and no loud music at any part of the day. We want every gu...

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

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

Property Registration Number C0114702060

About the area

Newburyport

Located in Newburyport, this apartment is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seabrook Beach and Hampton Beach. Custom House Maritime Museum and The Collection are also worth visiting.

Newburyport, MA

What's nearby

Plum Island Point - 3 min walk
Waterfront Promenade Park - 8 min drive
Salisbury Beach State Reservation - 19 min drive
Salisbury Beach - 24 min drive
Hampton Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

Newburyport Station - 15 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hungry Traveler - ‬13 min drive
‪GroundSwell Surf Cafe - ‬16 min drive
‪Sin-A-Loa Tacos & Tequila - ‬15 min drive
‪Cristy's Pizza - ‬15 min drive
‪The Poynt Newburyport - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Beach | Swing | Grill | Ship's Anchor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Beach | Swing | Grill | Ship's Anchor?

As of 30 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Beach | Swing | Grill | Ship's Anchor on 1 July 2024 start from AU$827.31, 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 for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach | Swing | Grill | Ship's Anchor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach | Swing | Grill | Ship's Anchor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach | Swing | Grill | Ship's Anchor located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is steps away from Parker River National Wildlife Refuge and Plum Island Beach. Plum Island Point and Newbury Beach are also within 10 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

KAREN S W.

1 June 2024

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

Wonderful Getaway

The property is beautiful & located between the ocean & the Merrimac river. Easy to get to other wonderful areas. Newburyport, Salisbury, New Hampshire and Maine.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lia W.

16 May 2024

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

Amazing location

We loved bing so close to the water! The kitchen had everything we needed and the beds were comfortable. Nice to have 1.5 bathrooms for the 3 bedrooms.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley g., Franklin, ma

25 Feb 2024

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

Great location

We enjoyed a long weekend at the end of September. There were 3 of us having a girls weekend. There was plenty of space, very clean, comfortable mattresses, everything you need in the kitchen. The unit has been fully updated. The area is quiet and we rode bikes all over. We’d get an Uber to town to go out for dinner and shop. We had a chilly weekend, but we still walked over to the beach anyway. We had a really nice time.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

25 Feb 2024

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

Weekend Getaway

It was a great place to stay to celebrate my best friend getting married. The location was perfect, the host was easy to communicate with and the place was clean and super cute! Definitely would stay again with my family for a future vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Calvin C.

12 Sept 2023

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

Easy Check In, Perfect Cottage!

Owners/Management made checking in and out seamless, the property was as advertised, if not better. We had a lovely stay!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

shawna b.

15 Aug 2023

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

Will book again

The house at plum island is very clean and so cute. Very well maintained. We had some issues with the door code not working and right after I sent an email my phone rang and management was calling to help us with our issue. Very responsive and easy to get a hold of if an issue which really impressed me. We are already planning on booking for next year :)

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

2 Aug 2023

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

Vacation

First time to this area, it was beautiful. We really enjoyed our time there, and will definitely come back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

26 June 2023

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

Great place to stay - clean, relaxing, nice location

PRO's : * communication from property mgmt. - perfect instructions on parking, accessing door lock, etc. emailed a few times during our stay to make sure everything was good and if we had any questions. * the house was very clean & organized * access to the beach right out the back door and instant access to the road on/off the island * neighbors and all near properties were nice and also very quiet - barely any noise aside from the occasional car passing by * comfortable furniture/beds, plenty of room in kitchen and large refrigerator CONS : none We looked at some options for staying in this area and this was the best value we found. Would definitely recommend staying here!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aden E.

4 June 2023

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

Lovely Beach Stay!

The property was nice and very comfortable, the location was fantastic and the hosts were extremely accommodating and communicative. The owners who live upstairs were very nice - waving down from their balcony to let us know to tell them if we need anything. We had a great stay and wanted for nothing. Would stay again! The proximity to the beach and nature preserve is perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

23 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful home away from home!!

We had the pleasure of staying this past week in this adorable home. The house was clean, beautifully decorated and well stocked. The hosts were easily able to get ahold of and always making sure our stay was perfect! Would recommend to anyone!! FIVE STARS!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda A., Longwood, Florida

15 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

Great location. Enough room for 4-6 people. Charming decor. Well stocked kitchen. Comfortable beds. VERY responsive host. Would definitely stay again

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

26 July 2022

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

Really nice vacation

This was a great place for my family of 4 (kids are elementary school aged). Playground right out the back door! Easy walk to nice sandy beaches on the Merrimack River. At low tide the beach has many little tide pools that are shallow and fun for kids. The apartment was very clean and had everything we needed for the week to have our meals there. Beds were comfortable and household linens provided. We loved having the grill and picnic table outside. Building owners were very nice to chat with when we saw them (but did not intrude). Opening the front window and back door got a nice breeze from land or sea to keep the living area cool. The one drawback we had was on two very hot days. (with no breeze/land breeze). My kids adored the small bunk bed room. But between no AC in that bedroom and the water heater or furnace also being in the closet, the room got very warm. There is a really great fan in the room to circulate air which helped a lot. By the second day, we figured out we needed to start the fan way before bedtime to make it more comfortable. Overall it was exactly what we were looking for; a quiet family-oriented spot to get away and spend our days at the beach. My kids are already asking when we can go back again! Kudos to Sean and Mike for creating a really nice little place to stay on Plum Island.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane K., Springfield, VT

19 June 2022

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

Just right

We liked the configuration of 3 bedrooms and having 1.5 bathrooms, perfect for us as grandparents with two grandchildren. We loved being able to walk right down to the beach at any time. Low tide was especially interesting. Short drive to other beach and Parker Reserve was wonderful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail P.

18 May 2022

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

Steps from the beach!

Outstanding location. Extremely clean and beautifully decorated. Brand new comfortable mattresses. Linens and towels provided. Everything you need for a fantastic beach stay! Thank you 😊

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

14 May 2022

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

The Perfect Escape

Ship’s Anchor was the perfect escape to celebrate my 61st birthday with my husband. We have rented many VRBO/Home-Away condos, apartments, and houses in Massachusetts, across the country, and throughout Europe, and Ship’s Anchor was definitely one of my favorites. The apartment had everything that I look for, and nothing that I dread. The apartment was bright, cheerful, well-decorated, and immaculate. There was the perfect amount of beachy touches…and no clutter. The owners were friendly and helpful. My husband and I both felt at home. The location is ideal. We are big fans of Plum Island and enjoyed two great days of hiking. It was also great having the beach so close by. With family in the area, we will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

28 Sept 2021

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

40th Anniversary Trip

We had a great time exploring Plum Island and the surrounding area. It was wonderful to return to our cute, cozy, clean, and classy VRBO rental. Loved the beach vibe decorations. I can see how the nearby playground would be a GREAT perk for families. We missed having an outside space with a view but were able to accomplish that with a quick walk and carrying the chairs we brought. So impressed with the Parker River Wildlife Refuge...what a gift to the Earth. We hope to return to Plum Island.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane T., Osprey, FL USA

15 Sept 2021

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

Plum Island

We had a very nice weekend here. We had a few issues which were taken care of promptly. It is a short drive into Newburyport and all in all a great location within walking distance to the beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Western Massachusetts

9 Sept 2021

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

Lovely little rental

We enjoyed our stay at the apartment. It was clean and well-maintained…and very cute! The beds were very comfortable and they had everything we needed for our short stay. Sean was excellent at communication-even letting us know we could check in a little early! The only thing we didn’t like about this rental was having to pay such a huge security deposit when we booked the house several months in advance of staying.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

31 Aug 2021

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

Great Stay!

Exceeded expectations on all levels- really enjoyed our trip.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

William M.

11 Oct 2020

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

Autumn on Plum Isle

Great location-steps to the beach. Clean and comfortable property. We had a wonderful autumn getaway!

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Celia O., Holyoke, MA, USA

20 Sept 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location! Pros and cons for families.

Really great location - short walk to the beach! Park right out back that was great for our kiddo. Host responded nearly immediately to all communications. Was disappointed with cleanliness upon arrival - food and crumbs on butcher block countertop and tablecloth, unswept floors, wet bath mat... Host quickly brought a new bath mat shortly after we alerted him. Couch fits two comfortably, three is a stretch - not as comfortable to relax if you have more than 2 adults. Room with bunk beds does not have air conditioning and also has adjoining closet with some mechanical equipment that puts off a lot of heat. The room felt too hot for our toddler to sleep with the door closed at night. Overall a good trip, but would look to stay elsewhere if we visited the area again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marcella L.

2 Sept 2020

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

Exceptionally clean property, wonderful stay!

We truly enjoyed our stay at this rental. Sean was very responsive answering some questions we had prior to arrival, and the recommendations he provided for the area were great! I was amazed with how clean this property was, and had such nice high quality mattresses and linens which made our stay that much more enjoyable. We also discovered the Parker River Refuge beaches which were truly stunning and only about a 10 min ride away. Our kids loved the playground directly behind the property (as pictured) and the path to the lookout also behind the property which became our morning ritual. The apartment was well equipped with everything needed and grill was also very clean so made it easy for cooking in. Being so close to the ocean there were cool breezes every night so rarely needed to use the AC units. Thank you for a great stay!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dara S.

23 Aug 2020

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

Lovely home

The house is perfect. Very clean, stocked with everything you will need, and plenty of space for your own belongings. It is in a great location - just steps away from the beach. Also a short walk to other beach access points, which are also great to check out. Sean is a wondering host - very responsive to any needs or questions.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

anja l.

12 Aug 2020

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

excellent beach vacation!

Went back for the second year in a row. Love the cute, beachy apartment. Property manager and owners very nice and accommodating. Proximity to the beach is perfect, and nice to have a small private beach to enjoy. Plenty to do in the area, even while socially distancing! Hope to go back again next year!

10/10 Excellent

John S.

4 July 2020

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

Excellent stay

Fantastic - hope to be back next year

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Sean Bakhtiari

Hi! I'm Sean. I am a vacation rental owner and the Founder and Manager Seacoast Vacation Rentals, a high-end vacation rental provider. Enhancing the vacation rental experience is my top priority and when you stay at one of my rentals you can count on clean and exceptional accommodations that you deserve to enjoy your getaway. I am born and raised in the North Shore, I’ve been vacationing with my family in the Seacoast/Greater Newburyport area for 30+ years and I currently live on Plum Island. I am always excited to host great people at my properties! I am an avid traveler myself -- my favorite destinations currently include Spain, Cuba and Colombia -- which is part of the reason why I am so passionate about providing the best accommodation experiences for all my guests. Hope to see you soon in one of our amazing vacation rentals! - Sean, Founder & Manager, Seacoast Vacation Rentals