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Leslie's Retreat: Spacious home ideally located to everything
Salem, MA

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 199 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 199 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 199 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Norma D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding
Room for all. Close to downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2023
So happy to hear the house worked well for your wedding. We love to celebrate at Leslie's Retreat. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
Everything You Need
Very well stocked rental. Short drives into downtown- if it was warmer would have gladly walked to downtown. Enjoyed how quiet the neighborhood was, and taking a right from the unit was a nice small waterfront park I loved walking my dogs to during our stay. We were very happy with this spot for our first time in Salem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2024
Hi Amanda, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay. We do offer discounts for return guests and hope to host you again! -Meg

10/10 Excellent

RJ S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Salem
Our extended family celebrated a wonderful holiday weekend at Leslie’s Retreat! The home was clean, comfortable and spacious! We enjoyed every moment - it truly felt like our home away from home for Christmas!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2024
Thank you Rich for your review. It brought me such joy to provide a comfortable and happy Christmas experience. We hope you visit again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Allyson M., Huntington, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Comfortable property. Everything you need for your stay. Ample room for everyone. Close to all attractions. Well equipped kitchen. Property is as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2024
Thank you Allyson for your review. We offer discounts for return guests. Please reach out if you visit again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bachelorette weekend
Meg has the greatest house ever. Located perfectly to everything you want to experience in Salem, an Uber ride is super cheap to get anywhere. The house is great and accommodated the 11 people that came for my bachelorette weekend. Meg was extremely helpful with recommendations & even left her Halloween decor up longer for me as I was having a spooky themed girls weekend. I will absolutely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2024
Thank you Alyssa for your review! I was very excited to host you and all your ladies! I love keeping the Halloween decorations up as long as I can. Glad you had a GREAT time. Visit again! -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Salem
Such a wonderful house to spend a week with friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2024
So happy you and yours enjoyed your stay. We offer discounts for return guests and would love to host you all again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Salem Spot
This property is amazing, it was spacious, spotless, and in a great location. Meg provided us with all the necessities and convenience of home. It was creatively decorated for Halloween and every bed was comfortable! Don’t hesitate to rent this fabulous home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2024
Thank you Theresa for your review. The comfortable beds are something I really strive for. I believe that to be a key component to a good VRBO. So glad you liked them. Visit again! -Meg

10/10 Excellent

A C.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a amazing house and manager.
We had a great time and couldn’t have asked for a better manager and house. The space in the house and the amenities were great. Meg was very helpful and prompt when needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you for your review Anne. We were happy to host you and hope we can again someday! -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Katarina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Nice house, 1/2 mile walk from downtown, easy to navigate. We only booked the upstairs so had to ensure laundry was available via request even though it was listed as available with rental. Suggestion book for food and activities was helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you for your review Katarina. I am always happy to leave the basement unlocked for laundry if need be. :) -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very homey neighborhood home walkable to downtown Salem
We loved that this home was a bit out of the fray of the October madness. We got to walk into downtown and shop, experience all the cool stuff, but at the end of the day we had somewhere quiet to crash. It was so lovely one day we just ordered in. Beds were comfy, individual acs in the bedrooms worked great. If we're ever in Salem again, we'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
We hope you visit again Rachel. We do offer discounts to return guests. Reach out anytime. Thank you, Meg

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING!
This place is amazing!! I came for my bachelorette party and it was the perfect size and location. We were able to walk to downtown and the few times we ubered it was a reasonable price. The house was super clean, had very cute decorations, and a binder with everything you need to know. I HIGHLY recommend this property 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you Sarah for your review. It pleases me so much you had a great bachelorette weekend. We do offer discounts for return guests! -Meg

10/10 Excellent

christopher a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Meg was very accommodating
Nice place in a quiet neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you for your review Christopher. It is appreciated. We hope to host you again one day. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Tosha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The photos don't do this property justice. It is huge inside. We had a bachelorette weekend with 8 women and there was plenty enough space for everyone and then some. The living room was so cozy with tons of seating, and all the chairs and couches were so comfy. It's a nice 20 min walk to Salem which was lovely. Highly recommend using the Salem skipper app for traveling around, so nice and affordable! I would come back to this property many times over. Thank you so much for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Hi Tosha, thank you for your review. The Salem Skipper is great advise! I'll have to add that to the guest notebook for others. Please reach out should you wish to stay again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family stay in Salem
The house was perfect for our extended family - it was spacious and clean and had everything we needed. It was also a short walk to downtown Salem with all the museums and restaurants. We enjoyed everything about our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you Margaret for your review. We do offer discounts for return guests. :) -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
Perfect house for a nice weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you Samantha for your review! -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Edward F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!!!
We stayed for the weekend with friends and family we havent seen for some time. It was the perfect location with a short walk to down town Salem and the T into boston. The property was extremely clean and well kept. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you Edward. I am very proud of our home and the cleaners always appreciate when their work is noted. Please reach out should you wish to visit again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Jess R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to stay
My friends and I stayed here for my bachelorette party. It was amazing! The house is so cozy and within walking distance of everything! We all loved it and agreed it was the best find. We will definitely be coming back to this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Hi Jessica, we hope to host you again and do offer discounts for return guests. Glad you had a nice time!

10/10 Excellent

Laurie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
The house was perfect! Great location and house was very clean and comfortable. We could walk into Salem and also visited Marblehead. We had 8 adults staying and everyone had plenty of room. The kitchen is well stocked and the beds were really comfortable. Meg was very communicative and easy to work with. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks Meg!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you Laurie for your review. Marblehead is also a great spot! Glad you got to visit. Reach out again should you ever wish to stay again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

JAMES L., Charleston, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host & Great for a group
Meg - was a great host. Fast communication. Clean house, close to our needs. Would stay here again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you James for your review. We do offer discounts for return guests and would love to host you again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Salem SWOM retreat weekend
Comfortable, quiet, clean, cozy! Had a wonderful time with wonderful friends
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hi Sally, so happy to hear you had a nice stay. We hope to host you and your guests again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Lynda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lynda W
We did a family girls trip. Ages 35 to 75. The house was perfect for the six of us. Megan was very easy to reach and gave us good tips. Thanks Megan for the use of your great house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hi Lynda, we are happy to hear you had a wonderful time. Please join us again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING space for a large family or friend group
I grew up in the North Shore, and used to live a few blocks from this house. So coming here with all of my cousins in our adulthood to celebrate the last wedding in the family, was a real treat. We all fit in the house very comfortably, there was parking everywhere and we really enjoyed the convenience of the location to downtown Salem. All of the rooms were more than enough room for each of the couples and even the basement room was more than spacious for two couples. The common areas were great for gathering and having a few laughs and drinks. All of the bathrooms were perfect with plenty of towels and bathroom accessories. I can’t imagine being able to rent this during Halloween! I would 1,000% rent this again, and strongly recommend it to anyone looking to spend time on the North Shore of Massachusetts. 10 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you Jeff so so so very much for your review. We do offer discounts for return guests and hope to host you and your family in the future. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house minutes from downtown Salem
This was a large, lovely house situated in a quiet neighborhood - only a block from the water and a very short drive from downtown Salem. The place was clean and comfortable, with plenty of space to relax in between activities. Leslie was commutative and accommodating, we would definitely stay here again. Thanks Leslie!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hi Adam, thank you for your review. We do offer discounts for return guests. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Shelby W., Merrimack NH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Bach ever!
My bride tribe and I stayed here for a nice, relaxing weekend for my bachelorette. The house itself was perfect for the seven of us and the location was spectacular and an easy walk to Salem Center!! We can’t wait to come back with our significant others!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hi Shelby, congrats on your wedding! We are so happy to have hosted your big bach bash in Salem. Many happy returns and we hope to host you again one day. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and lots of space
Host was WONDERFUL! We easily walked every where we wanted to go. The Salem Retreat was a great local place where we listened to live music and got a delicious and reasonable meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hi Jennifer, thank you for your review. Salem's Retreat is a great restaurant! So glad you enjoyed your stay. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This home was perfect for what we needed it for. Very spacious and just as pictures in the photos. Perfect location for all the excitement from Downtown Salem
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hello Pamela, We are so happy our home was perfect for you and your guests. We do try our very best. -Meg

8/10 Good

Carolyn L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Graduation Get away that finally happened! On books for us from 2019.
It was a nice home! Would have been more comfortable if there were 2 bathrooms for use upstairs. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hi Carolyn, thank you for your review. I am so happy to hear you had a nice stay. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding Weekend
We all came in from out of town having reserved 7 Walter Street in Salem as a place to stay while attending a wedding. The VRBO’s accommodations were clean and comfortable and made it easy to enjoy each other’s company. The kitchen was very functional. The house’s location was very accessible to the city’s museums and stores. Communication with Meg was very easy. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2023
Thank you Catherine for your review. It is most appreciated. Please visits again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl scout retreat
Senior girls and moms weekend! Super accommodations with everything we needed. Cozy and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2023
Thank you Stephanie for the review. You and the girls are always welcome. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
The house was perfect for us. We had 6 adults and 5 children. There was plenty of room. The kitchen had everything you could ever need.The location was central to every place we wanted to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2023
We had a great time hosting you Susan, we offer discounts for return guests and hope to host you again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house, great location
This house was perfect for our needs. Close to downtown Salem with ample parking, and very comfortable rooms. Cute details. I'd highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2023
Thank you Amy for your review. We offer discounts for return guests and hope to host you again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
A very clean comfortable home. Surprisingly roomy yet still cozy. A fine location too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Thank you Steven for your review. We do offer discounts to return guests.

10/10 Excellent

DeeDee S., massapequa,usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cozy house for a gathering
Our family met for a Christmas gathering. Megan’s house is so inviting- a perfect place to make a big meal, sit around the dining room table and then around the fire in the living room. The house is warm, has plenty of sleeping spots, and just feels like home. Megan is an unbelievable host- thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2023
Hi DeeDee, Thank you so much for your review. We would love to host you again. I'm so pleased you had a lovely Christmas with the family.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy home, thoughtful host
Loved this home which was warm and welcoming, just like Meg, the host. It had everything you could possibly need for a stay and then some. This feels like a true home, one someone (used to) live in and the beautiful quality furnishings and artwork and little details like lots of cozy blankets and throws, tons of kitchen equipment show that. We appreciated the dining room table that could seat 10 plus a fold out table and extra chairs that could seat even more- perhaps 16 or 18. Lots of couch and comfy chair options in the living room plus a smart tv, gas fireplace, and a cabinet with games. A little Salem decoration throughout- a cute touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2023
Hi Rachel, we are so glad you had a lovely stay. Should you visit Salem again please consider staying with us again.

10/10 Excellent

Suzann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend at Leslie’s Retreat
This was my first experience with VRBO; a great choice! My group consisted of 1 couple and 3 single friends. Ample room, comfortable bedrooms and a good kitchen for cooking. The fireplace in the living room was really nice and we used it each night we were there. My only wish is that there had been a 2nd bath upstairs, but we made it work just fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Hi Suzann, so glad you had a lovely stay. Thank you for your review. We do offer discounts for return guests. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house for visiting Salem!
This house was in the perfect location! Right near town without being in the center of all the madness and noise, so we never had issues with traffic or parking. The house itself was beautiful! The pictures don't do it justice. Modern and cozy living room where we watched Practical Magic, fantastic bedrooms with comfortable beds and bedding, and the Halloween decor was a nice touch. The host was communicative and helpful and really nice. Highly recommend this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Thank you Jessica, I appreciate your review and hope we can host you and your party again! -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Book it!
The house is simply amazing. Beautiful historic home, immaculately decorated. It is a short 10-12 minute walk to downtown and all the shops. The host is fantastic and very accommodating. We cannot wait to book a future stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Hi Keith, thank you for your review and please do book again! We offer discounts to return guests.

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, cozy and comfortable
Would totally recommend and am definitely coming back to stay again in the future. Meg is great at communicating with any questions I may have had during the process. Loved the Halloween decor and just everything about the home on general made us feel like we belonged there, as if it were our own home. If you want a great place to stay then look no further right here😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Hi Maria, thank you so very much for your review. I really pride myself on the decorations, I'm flattered you enjoyed them. Please stay again! We do offer discounts to return guests. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

cynthia l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely great
The property was fabulous! Well maintained and cared for. A very short walk to Essex St and the "haunted" activities. My family absolutely loved Meg's property. Will definitely schedule another stay. Thanks Meg!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Thank you Cynthia for your review. We do offer discounts for return guests should you wish to return. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Melvin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Salem in October!
This home was amazing! Meg our host was friendly, helpful and such a great personality. We will recommend this property to friends and family and hope to rent again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
So glad you had a great stay. We take a lot of pride in our home and it is always wonderful to hear when people love it. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed
Nice quiet neighborhood, close to everything. Very nice and fast communication. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2022
Thank you James for your review. We would LOVE to host you again and do offer discounts for return guests.

10/10 Excellent

Heidi W., Glover, Vermont

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy house
Five family members gathered at this cozy house for a wedding weekend. The house was perfect for our needs, with comfortable beds and nice living space to hang out in. There is a small grocery store a short walk away. The house is close to attractions in town. We toured the house of the seven gables and enjoyed it very much. Megan was attentive and a pleasure to interact with. I would not hesitate to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2022
Thank you Heidi for your review. We do offer discounts for return guests and would love to host you again.

10/10 Excellent

aileen b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property lots of room, and everything we needed for our stay
Property was very clean. Lots of room for all of us to get ready for my son wedding. She also had coffee pots, a cloths steamer :) easy to rent, great communication and NO problems We came in from Colorado.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Thank you Aileen for your review. It is appreciated. We hope we can host you again in the future....perhaps another wedding :)

10/10 Excellent

patty z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
Great place to stay for our family wedding gathering. We had 9 adults in the house--very clean, very comfortable! Walking distance to great restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Thank you Patty for your review. We love hosting wedding parties, it's always so fun. We do offer discounts for return guests as well and hope to host you again.

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming home
My siblings, spouses and I had a comfortable home to visit Salem, ferry to Boston and attend a family visit. Nice, easy location. The owner was so accommodating, personable and accessible. Meghan made it a good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2022
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay Linda. Discounts are available for return guests! :) -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Philip N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation in New England
We loved Leslie's retreat and it was our home for a week. The house was in great shape and we were all very comfortable. The surrounding neighborhood was disappointing, industrial and run down. The nearby park is very nice, however, with a picnic area, tennis court and basketball court. Overall, I'd still rate this a 5* place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2022
Thank you Philip for your review. We hope you visit Salem again. -Meg

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Get Away
Clean, spacious home was perfect for our family of 7 attending a wedding. Rooms were larger than expected. Basement upgrade for additional bedroom, bath and laundry is a must if travelling with babies or young children. Location was great, a 15 minute walk to Salem attractions, quick drive to restaurants, supermarkets, beaches, and town. Meg is an outstanding host, quick to respond and very accommodating to our requests. Would love to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2022
Hi Karen, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay and would be happy to host you again. We do offer discounts for return guests. -Meg

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The washer and dryer were locked in the basement so we were unable to do laundry. Also the beds weren't very comfortable and our bed creaked with every move.bed was very cr
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Rod L.

We loved the town. The house was nice, basement had bugs , the play pen was stained,
Renting the property went great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2022
Hi Rod, thank you for your review. The play pen has been cleaned, thank you for notifying us as we are not aware unless notified. The cleaners inspected and cleaned the basement and added traps necessary. We will keep an eye on the basement.

10/10 Excellent

robert s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to see grandkids
It was a nice retreat to have our grandkids come and stay the kids loved the house. We loved the location and the relaxation
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
Thank you Robert, we are so happy to have hosted you. We are happy you enjoyed time with your grandkids as well!