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Victorian Getaway Close to Beach, Downtown and Train!

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Front from the street
Exterior
Front Foyer with unit 1 access on the first floor. It's the door on the right!
The door is a favorite of mine with its time worn patina.
My son cant help ringing the antique doorbell when he walks in :)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ipswich, MA
  • Ipswich River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Crane Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Victorian Getaway Close to Beach, Downtown and Train!

Holly House is a 2 unit Victorian style home within walking distance to Downtown Ipswich shops, restaurants, Historic High St and MBTA as well as Bialek Park, Willowdale State Forest, CSA Farms and many other amenities. Walk next door to the Historic 1640 Hart House for dinner or spend the day visiting the Crane Estate and Crane Beach! Unit 1 is on the first floor where you will enjoy minimal stairs (only to get in) and the convenience of 2 bedrooms, living room and fully equipped kitchen with sunny breakfast nook. The beautiful gardens create an enchanting oasis away from the road. This location is perfect for couples or family wanting a summer beach getaway, holiday stay while visiting friends and family, weddings, or corporate stay! This is good environment for working from home or home schooling while you are away using our high speed internet! Both first and second floors are vacation rentals and can be rented together depending on availability, see listing ID 2395897!

Property manager

Denise Mootafian
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Guests are responsible for own child proofing
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking in or around the property.
Quiet times are before 9am and after 10pm. Guests must be respectful of guests in the upper unit by keeping noise to a minimum.
Number of guests must be disclosed and approved by landlord. Parking for 2 cars in designated spaces only.
No large parties or gatherings allowed. Absolutely no smoking allowed anywhere on the property.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0228161440

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ipswich

Located in Ipswich, this apartment is in the city centre and on a river. 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 Wingaersheek Beach and Good Harbor Beach. Dogs by Design & Cats Too and Long Hill are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ipswich, MA

What's nearby

  • Ipswich River - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Wolf Hollow - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Clark Beach - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Crane Beach - 14 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Castle Hill on the Crane Estate - 16 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Rowley Station - 10 min drive
  • Ipswich Station - 16 min walk
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zumi's Espresso & Ice Cream - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Little Wolf - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪True North Ale Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Clam Box of Ipswich - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Victorian Getaway Close to Beach, Downtown and Train! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Victorian Getaway Close to Beach, Downtown and Train!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Victorian Getaway Close to Beach, Downtown and Train!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Victorian Getaway Close to Beach, Downtown and Train! located?

Located in the heart of Ipswich, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ipswich Museum and Ipswich River. Todd Farm Flea Market and Mill River Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km). Ipswich Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

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

Excellent!

Amazing place! Amazing stay! Relaxing, sunny, quiet, clean, comfortable and cozy! Beautifully decorated and nicely stocked with everything we needed!  The local area offered great restaurants, beautiful open spaces, farms - all minutes from Holly House!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M., Lancaster

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

Return Visit to Ipswich

Great location and accommodations in Ipswich.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

May visit

This is our 6th visit to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

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

Perfect spot to explore Boston history

We took our Nephew to the area because he is a huge history nut. The rental was perfect to get in and around Boston. We took the train in from Ipswhich which was super convenient. Highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M., Lancaster

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

Visit to Ipswich Area

My husband and I have stayed on numerous occasions at this property. There are pleasant amenities and the location is great.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie O.

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

We love Holly house

We stayed in the first floor apartment of Holly House this trip. It was so comfortable and homey. We love that it is right next door to the Harte House restaurant. Thank you Denise for this great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter P.

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

In town for wedding

Very nice and well appointed apartment. Beautifuuly furnished and comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Perfectly cozy location

Great comfy place to stay in Ipswich! My father in law is from Ipswich - he visits every year for the Topsfield Fair. So glad we found this place to stay in Ipswich so we can join him. House was clean & had everything we needed to make our trip great—looking forward to next year !
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

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

Perfect location & design.

Beautifully remodeled 1880 Victorian keeping the authenticity and charm with some modern touches. The grounds are lovely with ample parking. We were visiting family for 3 weeks & the location was exactly in the middle of all.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda C.

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

Enjoyable stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Holly House! My sisters and I enjoyed a lovely long weekend in the surrounding area. Enjoyed long days and slept well in very comfortable beds. Owner was very responsive to inquiries. Holly House had everything we needed, clean and easy access. Many thanks for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

judy c., Cambridge, MA

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

Lovely Apartment in Ipswich

This lovely apartment is only a mile from downtown and next to one of the best restaurants in Ipswich. It is very well stocked for cooking and there is an alcove and outside patio for eating. We only stayed two nights but hope to return for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Hidden Gem

This property is beyond perfect! The yard and private sitting area is well maintained and there is plenty of parking space. The interior was spotless and decorated with so much thought and the Victorian decor was cozy yet beautiful. Our hosts were easy to work with and responded quickly to any questions we had. On top of all the charm and elegance the home is located next door to a lovely historic restaurant with delicious food and tasty cocktails. If we ever travel back to Ipswich we will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen V.

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

Lovely Traditional Home

Great location to visit beaches, Newburyport and various museums. Nice apartment with comfortable beds and good sized rooms. Next door to the fabulous Hart House restaurant and close to downtown Ipswich. Denise was wonderful and checked on us during our stay to be sure we had all we needed. Beautiful backyard with grill and outdoor dining. Good for small family group.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler N.

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

Nice apartment in convenient location

The apartment was clean, well kept, and in a convenient location to a number of amenities. There is a restaurant next store in case you dont want to drive the 2 minutes into the historic town center for dinner. Communication was clear and everything was smooth. We would definitely stay again if we are back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Brief breath of sea air

Holly House is a remodeled Victorian house. My brother and I were looking for a place with two bedrooms, and we were very comfortable with the two spacious rooms we found. The living room is a good place to relax, and we appreciated the full kitchen where we could do some cooking. The gardens surrounding the house are very pretty. We were a bit concerned about the location along Linebrook Rd., but what traffic there was - Ipswich "rush hour" - didn't disturb us very much, and it was very quiet at night. Holly House is quite close to the town center and is well situated for reaching the beaches, walking trails, restaurants and shopping. We were pleased that a grocery store was nearby. We'd come back and would recommend the place to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

TODD B., WILLOW STREET

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very responsive host

Denise is very easy to communicate with and we appreciated her quick responses! Very noisy neighbors in upstairs unit was not great, but nothing can be done about inconsiderate people unfortunately.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerri W.

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

Charming, clean, & wonderful location

Had business in Lynnfield, but didn't want to stay in a hotel. This lovely VRBO was well worth the 25-30 min. drive. It's a perfect location to explore, it was clean, had everything needed, and was absolutely charming. Will definitely stay here again if back in the area. Plan some time just to relax with your favorite beverage in the comfy den. While Hart House is a little out of my personal price range, I did have one of the best Old Fashioned ever at their Tavern bar (inside the same house at the restaurant). A local provided the tip, so I'm passing it along! So much to do so close to the home! Perfect combination!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Alison S.

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

Lovely house in a beautiful area

We loved our stay. The town of Ipswich is beautiful and the location of this lovely home is within an easy drive of Salem and Gloucester. The house is well equipped and decorated according to the age and style of the house. The shower was nice and powerful, which is always a plus. The only improvements in our opinions were that the mattresses could do with replacing. They were very soft. Also the couch seats in the living room could be replaced/refilled. These small things did not take away from out stay. Thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anne J.

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

Nice Midweek Getaway

The house was charming. Lots of windows made it bright and cheery, but at least one window was left unlocked (ground floor). It was clean, but there were a good number of ants in the kitchen around the dishwasher. The 3 window air conditioners adequately cooled the place, in spite of the ghastly hot weather we had while there. The restaurant next door was closed when we visited, so no review on the food. It was close enough to our accommodations that noise probably would have been an issue had it been open so it was just as well. Parking was great, close to shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Laura F.

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

Clean stay for wedding weekend

We stayed 5 nights for wedding festivities. Pros: exceptionally clean, well equipped, lovely landscape Cons: tired furnishings, odor in entry hall so we used back entrance, mattress uncomfortable, shower faucet failed and could not be shot off, toilet handle broke off in our hand, the glass shower door came off the track. The owners responded within a half hour to our call for help and had the plumbing was repaired same day but I think the whole thing could have been avoided if their cleaning crew reported the problems prior to our arrival. No reimbursement was offered for our inconvenience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Joanne F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Wedding debacle

Rented first floor for a quiet weekend as we were in town for a family wedding and the unit above had been rented by bride of another wedding same weekend for them to get ready…10+ people were in the unit clopping about wedding photographer Make professionals in and out with mound music all day was terrible as we read it was not to be used for an event …..unacceptable as you should be vetting those that stay If not for that horrible day you would be receiving a nice review
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi T.

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

Perfect Stay

This was a really great place to stay! Plenty of amenities, the bed and pillows were super comfortable in the kitchen is really well stocked. Easy walking to downtown if switch and a really great coffee shop right around the corner. Check-in was really easy. Great back patio. Denise checked in halfway through my stay and made sure I had everything that I needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah R.

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

Beautiful home

Brought my wife and kids to Ipswich to visit Salem over the holiday and enjoy some day trips up the coast. Location was great and the house fit all of our needs. Would highly recommend for future stays for my friends and family coming to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Denise Mootafian

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My husband and I purchased this beautiful Victorian 2 family home in Ipswich in 2019. We have been residents of Ipswich for more than 26 years! In fact, you will be right around the corner from our neighborhood when you go to Marini Farm for fresh produce and baked goods. We are very involved in our community with my Windhill Real Estate business and my husband, Nishan, having been a town selectman for the past several years. We are often nearby should you need anything. We are not new to the vacation rental business-we have another Premier Partner listing on Great Neck, Ipswich. You can check out our ratings on VRBO as a premier partner by search property # 763198 .

Denise Mootafian purchased this home in 2019

Why they chose this property

We immediately fell in love with the lovely gardens, convenient location and historic charm of this 1880 Victorian home. It reminded us of some of the New England Bed and Breakfasts one might see along the coast.

What makes this property unique

Our hope is to bring guests the charm of a Bed and Breakfast but with the space of a full dwelling including a fully equipped kitchen! Why share a bathroom with other guests and be confined to one bedroom while visiting the area when you can have the B & B charm WITH the privacy and space of a full apartment?

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