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Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown

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A living room with a fireplace, a large sofa, a coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall. - Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown (Salem)
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with blinds. - Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown (Salem)
A two-story house with a white exterior, a front porch with a white railing, and a set of stairs leading to the entrance. - Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown (Salem)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a coffee maker, a dishwasher, and a refrigerator. - Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown (Salem)
A dining area with a wooden table and black chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows with blinds. - Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown (Salem)
Close to Salem Witch Museum and Salem Common, Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown

  • Welcome to Willow Bay! This 2 bedroom apartment in this 1914 New England charming 3 family house is located on a tree lined historical residential neighborhood close to parks, beaches, many tourist attractions, Salem University and downtown. You will find locals walking their pups, riding biking, and many other outdoor activities.

    This 2 bedroom apartment is on the first floor of this 1914 three family home (triplex) with lots of character and charm. It is a cozy space with a large comfy sectional couch and smart roku tv where you can login into your amazon prime/netflix/hulu/etc (no cable) accounts. The kitchen is equipped with your essentials such as pots, pans, plates, cups, utensils, a dual coffee maker etc. The master bedroom boasts a luxurious memory foam king-sized bed, while the second bedroom is furnished with a queen-sized bed and an additional twin bed for extra accommodation. The street is wide with ample free street parking. Washer/Dryer available in the basement. The apartment is ~1,200 sq/ft.

    Getting around. Below are estimates.
    -- Porcellos Law office Salem, MA is a good reference point you can use to determine all distances to the places you would like to visit. It is not directly on the street but it is very close by. (~400 ft)
    - Hocus Pocus House: 0.3 Miles
    - Witch House: 1.2 miles
    - Logan airport: 14 miles
    - Salem Station: 1.1 miles
    - Downtown Salem: .7 miles
    - Crosby's Marketplace .2 miles
    - Ferry: Salem has a ferry point that goes to Boston. Search Salem Ferry Salem, MA for any details.
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    Other details to note:

    We can typically allow earlier check-ins on a case-by-case basis and is first come first serve. Just let us know when you intend to arrive, and we can let you know what's possible! Please know that things can happen that may affect the earlier check-in time which may result in checking in via the normal time of 4pm. We do our best!

    The apartment is on the first floor. As this is a 1914 multi-apartment home, you may hear foot steps as normal in NE/Salem homes this age.

    The house accommodates a maximum of 5 guests only.

    Ring doorbell camera.

    Washer/Dryer are in the unfinished basement. It is not in the unit.

    Personal toiletries such as shampoo, condition, body or face products etc are not provided. Starter supply of other essential items only.

    There currently isn't any outdoor space offered with the apartment.

    Fireplace is not operable.

    There is ample free street parking available. However, in the event of severe snow, the city may enact snow parking bans—this happened twice last year. If a ban is in effect, the host can help coordinate a shared driveway parking arrangement for building guests if needed. Please note that snow removal service scheduling is beyond the host’s control, so we appreciate your patience during winter weather.

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    House Rules:

    I know the below can seem like a lot, but I am not that host. I leave my guests alone to enjoy. We just expect guests to return and respect the property in the condition that was delivered to guests. Thank you for understanding!

    **Please do not violate any rules. Any violations will result in the immediate removal from the property and fines**

    >> General Rules:
    - We have a strict no party policy. We have quiet down hours starting at 10 pm. Party fine: 500. This is out of respect for other guests and neighbors.
    - No smoking anywhere IN or ON property. Smoking fine: 500. This is out of respect of the property and other guests/tenants in the building.
    - Staying beyond check-out time (10:00 am) w/o prior approval fine: 150/hr. This is out of respect for our cleaners and their schedule and time.
    - Guests beyond 5 not recorded in booking or approved by host fine: 300. Only 5 guests are accommodated.
    - Pets allowed w/ pet fee and must be included on the reservation. Must be House trained. Unauthorized pets/animals brought on property fine $300.
    >> Checkout item:
    - If possible and time permits, please load dishwasher and run. No need to wait for it to finish.

    >> Additional info/rules/:
    - Surveillance cameras are placed on the exterior of the house only. (Ring doorbell)
    - Please don't accumulate trash bags inside and/or around the home. If you use more than 1 trash bag, please put that full trash bag/s in the black bins (1 or 3) to the left of the house. Leaving trash bags out of the trash cans exposes the home to bugs, smells etc.
    - Restocking of items is currently not available throughout the stay. A good starter kit is supplied.
    - There is ample free street parking available. However, in the event of severe snow, the city may enact snow parking bans—this happened twice last year. If a ban is in effect, the host can help coordinate a shared driveway parking arrangement for building guests if needed. Please note that snow removal service scheduling is beyond the host’s control, so we appreciate your patience during winter weather.
    - For stays 7 nights or longer, trash will need to be taken out/in and left on the curbside (Bins are marked with your units number on them) on Thursday nights (Trash pick-ups are early morning on Friday). The schedule is on the side of the refrigerator.

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About the area

Salem is home to this apartment. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Salem Witch Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Salem Common and Revere Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Encore Boston Harbor and Koto. Visit our Salem travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A stone with engraved names and dates.
    Salem Witch Trials Memorial
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • A two-story house with a dark blue exterior, a front porch, and a decorative wreath on the door.
    Witch House
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A historic building with a large arched window and a sign reading "Salem Witch Museum".
    Salem Witch Museum
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • A Salem Witch Museum with a Gothic arch, surrounded by trees and street lamps.
    Salem Common
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Salem Pioneer Village 1630
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Swampscott Station
    6 min drive
  • Salem Station
    7 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Wendy's
    14 min walk
  • Starbucks
    15 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown located?

Situated in Salem, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Salem Pioneer Village 1630 and Salem Common. Salem Harbor and Salem State College are also within 1 mile (2 km). Salem Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Historic Salem Retreat. Near Waterfront + Downtown Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a great location. It was very clean and just what we need. Highly recommended for someone visiting Salem, and is close enough to Boston to visit there too. Loved this stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Newly painted, very clean, very comfortable beds, and uncluttered. A very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My mom and I stayed at this lovely place while helping her sister and brother in law as they reach the end of their life. It was such a relief to be able to rest at this cozy home after dealing with big heavy family matters. It was extra special to be able to come back to Salem, my home for my first and second birthdays. The host was great at communications and the place was beautiful!While I am concerned about what the vrbo industry is doing to housing security, I was grateful for its existence at this moment in time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and pleasant home. Perfect for our family of four's needs. Close to everything in Salem and super clean. The Master bed was beyond comfortable! Natalia was very easy to work with and would recommend using her as a host. Excellent overall experience, would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay overall. The neighborhood was really nice and felt quiet and safe. Unfortunately, the weather during our visit was rainy and cold, so we didn’t end up walking into Salem as we originally planned—but it was only about a 5-minute drive, which made it very convenient. We did walk to Salem Pioneer Village, which took us around 15 minutes, though likely shorter without little ones in tow.The home itself was very spacious and comfortable. We think there may have been other guests staying at the property, but we never saw or heard anyone, which made it feel very private.The hardwood floors can be a bit noisy, but that may have just been our 3- and 5-year-olds stomping around—nothing negative, just something to keep in mind if you’re traveling with kids. The bathroom is a little tight, but manageable, and the shower head is quite high, which could be a consideration for shorter guests.The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed, and the beds were incredibly comfortable—the linens even smelled amazing, which is always a nice touch.We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was beautiful but better signage would have help to know which door was which. Also in the description of the amenities it says parking on site. To many that means on the actual property and not on the street. I think it needs to be clear the only parking is on the street for this home. After a long day of exploring, we got back to the property in the evening time I believe before 10pm and there was not a spot in site or on street. We drove up and down to see if we could find a spot with in walking distance and nothing. Lucky one of the neighbors let us block their drive way to be able to park close enough to walk back to the property. I was very stressed by this because I felt I the advertisement of the property was false. The on site parking should be removed from the description and the amenities. It should clearly state that you will have to find parking on the street. I feel like the description makes it seem optional. Other than this the home was cute and seemed clean. Beds were comfortable and bathroom was clean. Fire place could use a upgrade as the duck tape did not work to keep cool air out. Thank you again for the stay and I hope you take this as constructive feedback.
Street parking was full, if you parked near the home you would block driveways
Full street parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great location. Quiet street just a block from the water. 10-15 minute walk into downtown Salem for all of the great restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very accommodating and responsive. The property was clean and well maintained, and the location is great, only a 5 minute drive from downtown Salem.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large clean spacious 2 bedroom apartment with comfortable beds. Beautifully decorated. Short drive or 20 minute walk to all Salem attractions. Close to parking at commuter rail station and a 30 minute train ride to Boston. Great place to stay at!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Basic clean apartment affording a pleasant stay. Description is accurate.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Overnight Stay

Natalia was a wonderful host, very responsive when we had a few questions. Fantastic place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our sweet apartment in Salem! Perfectly positioned, easy to get to town, and our host was very easy to get in touch with. It snowed while we were there and she kept us up to date on the town things. Really looking forward to a return trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were exhausted from traveling and coming home to this cozy home was perfect! We had everything we needed and the location was so convenient! It took us minutes to get to the museums and the heart of Salem. Truly a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a nice place. Close to the attractions of Salem and a short commute to Boston. It was clean and quiet. All the amenities of home in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Better signage would help
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a quaint, albeit basic two bedroom apartment in an old historic house, which gave us all the right vibes for a girls weekend in Salem. It’s very close to everything we wanted to see but far enough away for quiet nights. The wooden floors are glorious and original and creaky just like you would expect. There was plenty of on street parking, even coming and going at odd hours we never had an issue. The host was super great and immediately responded when I asked a question. . there were bags of microwave, popcorn, a great stocked coffee corner in the apartment, and just little touches that made it feel comfy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful comfortable place, would love to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walking distance to downtown Salem and perfect space for our family. Loved our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Impeccably clean. Able to stay even with pet sensitivity as only entry smelled cat. People living above could be noisy but there is one box fan. Good location. Functional and nice touch amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We throughly enjoyed our stay. The house is very clean and just as it is pictured. It was very convenient to everything Salem has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026