Harborside House


  • Harborside House, an historic Marblehead home built in 1850, has welcomed guests since 1985.

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    Harborside House welcomes you to Marblehead, an 18th century fishing village which became the 'Yachting Capital of America'. This 1850 colonial home offers water views from the fireplaced living room, period dining room, summer breakfast porch, twin bedroom and 2nd story deck. Antique furnishings and period wallpapers enhance the charm of this quiet gracious home. Hospitality is offered in many extra touches: afternoon tea, fresh fruit and flowers, shared recipes for breads and muffins.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Hostess/owner Susan Livingston is a retired bridal dressmaker and calligraphist, nationally ranked Master swimmer and tandem bicyclist by avocation. Marblehead resident for over forty years

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • French



    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Homestay Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Radio

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fireplace

    • Library

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    Other Amenities:

    • Bicycles 2

    • Maps and directions

    • Home-baked cookies

    • Afternoon tea on request

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  • Nightly Rate

    $90 - $120

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 2:00 pm    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum stay: Call for details.

    • Deposit amount required: 1-2 nights requires full payment in advance. For 3 or more nights a 50% deposit is required.

    • Cancellations: 14 days notice of cancellation required for refund less $15 handling fee. Reservations made within 14 days are non-refundable. If room(s) re-rented, an in-house credit will be issued in the amount of the deposit.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinking description: bring your own

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Children over the age of 8 are accepted.

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • stay of more than five days
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 1

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental Plus

    • Time Served: 7:30 am - 9:30 am

    • Serving location: harborfront porch, Breakfast/dining area


    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Fruit


    Signature Dish

    Morning Muesli Bread
    A moist, almond-flavored sweet bread with almonds, cranberries and raisins and toasted wheat germ.


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • Afternoon tea on request

    • Homemade cookies


    Recipes

    Bread

    Zucchini Bread
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: 1 hour

    Pumpkin bread
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 10 minutes

    Dessert

    Italian biscotti
    Serves: 0
    Prep time: 35 minutes

    Joe Frogger Cookies
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 20 minutes

  • Location Type

    • historic district

    • Oceanside

    • Small town


    City

    • Boston

    • Distance to city: 15 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From I-95 stay on Rt. 128N. until Exit 25A in Peabody (Rt. 114E). Go approx. 6 miles. Turn right on Ocean Ave. at fire station. Turn left on Atlantic Ave. Turn right on Hawkes St.just after West Marine. Turn left on Gregory Street.


    Airport

    • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) 15 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take Rte.IA North. After about 9 miles, bear right at sign to Nahant/Swampscott (Rte.IA goes straight into Lynn and Salem) Go ¾ around rotary onto Lynn Shore Drive (Rte 129) Go 4 miles to “Entering Marblehead” sign. Continue 2 miles on Atlantic Ave. Turn right on Hawkes Street, just after the West Marine store. At end of Hawkes, turn left on to Gregory Street. # 23 is on the left.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Fort Sewall

    • Lee Mansion

    • Crocker Park

    • Peabody-Essex Museum (Salem)

    • Salem (10 min. drive)

    • Audubon Bird Sanctuary

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Harbor Cruise

    • Audubon Bird Sanctuary

    • Whale watch

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

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    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    The best thing about Harborside House is the Innkeeper, Susan Livingston......She is an elegant and charming woman..........attentive, but not intrusive. My visit was in cold December and I felt warm and comfy.......(beds are wonderful) There is a lovely view of the harbor.............and one is able to explore the charming shops of "old town" by foot.


    Marblehead's Finest B&B

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    Lovely; Homey; Wonderful location for walking around town provides lots of info about the area. Provides very nice breakfast in an attractive setting. Comfortable beds.


    Beautiful house and garden.

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Large comfortable room with water view. Ample delicious breakfast. Charming and helpful hostess.


    Location, Location, Location!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    This B&B sits in the heart of town, with water views and a stones throw away from the Boston Yaught Club. You can walk to your nearby locations for eating or sight-seeing. Our host has been there so long that she has made wonderful contacts for your convenience. The breakfast is delightful along with Susan.


    A wonderful, relaxing stay.

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and substantial. Susan was wonderful about pointing us in the direction of where to eat and what to see. She even provided printed driving directions to help us reach various locations. Her home is charming and in a quiet, lovely location. We wish we could have spent more time there. We both highly recommend Harborside House.


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