167 Water
Our lovely 1845 townhouse is the only B&B in town that overlooks the river. We are located a short walk from the historic downtown, filled with restaurants, galleries and entertainment and 3 miles from the ocean and a national bird sanctuary. The two guest rooms with a shared bath are decorated with African and European art. Both have queen beds and air conditioners. A generous breakfast is served. Parking is behind the house. A kayak and boat launch is 300 yards away.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- 10 minutes walk to downtown
- 3 miles to ocean
- 300 yards to boat and kayak launch
- 5 minutes walk to restaurants
- Commuter train to Boston
- Walking distance to Audubon Center
- Downtown
- Oceanside
- Small town
- Nearest major city: Portsmouth, NH (15 miles north)
- Directions to property:
Directions
FROM ROUTE 95 Northbound:
Take exit 57 and follow signs to downtown Newburyport. A right turn off exit.
FROM BOSTON:
Take Route 1 north to Route 95 north to exit 57. Follow signs to downtown Newburyport. A right turn off exit.
FROM ROUTE 495:
Follow to Route 95 south bound to exit 57. Follow signs to downtown Newburyport. A left turn off exit.
You are now on Storey Ave. You will pass two shopping centers on your right. Storey Ave then bends a bit right and becomes High St. Continue on High Street until you come to a stoplight at the intersection of State St. (3 miles from the exit off 95) You will see a gas station on your far right corner.
Continue straight on High St for another half mile until you come to Bromfield Street, a very wide street on your left. (It is the 8th street on the left.) You will see a green park and hill on your right, March’s Hill.
Turn left onto Bromfield and go right to the end. That intersection is Water St. Turn left onto Water St. You will see four connected townhouses on your right. Ours is the second one, dark brown with red trim. Pull your car up onto the sidewalk in front and park with your motor running and blinkers on. You can unload your baggage into the house. We will then direct you to permanent parking behind our house.
Call us if you have problems: 978-255-2386 - Nearest major airport: Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) 40 miles
- Directions from airport:
See directions above - Meeting places:
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: 2 rooms with shared bath
- There are 2 guest accommodations
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 85.00 and $ 95.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 85.00 and $ 95.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Bath robes | CD player |
| Radio | Satellite/Cable TV |
| TV | Wi-Fi |
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| On Site | |
| Board games | Computer |
| Copier | Fax Machine |
| Library | Telephone |
| Washer/dryer | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Kayak and boat launch 300 yards | Lovely garden with fountain and fish pond |
| Public park and garden 300 yards. | African textiles & sculpture through out the house |
| Off-street Parking | Third person in the room for $15 with air mattres. |
Meals
- A Assortment of cereals, toastables, fruit & more breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 8:00 - 10:00 as required
- Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
- Additional food services included in room rate: A guest refrigerator, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Permitted in the garden)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Limitations on children staying (There are many fragile art objects in the house.)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted
- Deposit amount required (First night required)
- Closed: January to April
- Check in time is after 4:00 and Check out time is before 11:00
- Cancellations:
72 hours for deposit return
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Chuck Kennedy Anne Dodge
We have lived and traveled extensively in Africa, Europe and Central America. - The innkeepers speak: English, French, Italian, Spanish
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Plum Island National Bird Reserve, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Boat & kayak lauch 300 yards from house, Bike and kayak rental near-by, National bird sancutary on Plum Island, Ocean beaches 3 miles away, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Water sports
Newburyport Nearby Cities
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