Brackett Cottage: Near Salem! Heart of Historic Marblehead; Walk to Shops & Dining

A Warm Welcome to Brackett Cottage, where historic elegance meets modern comfort in the heart of Marblehead! Nestled in the charming historic Old Town, this beautifully preserved 1810 New England colonial is just a 1-minute walk to Marblehead Center’s shops and restaurants and only a short stroll to a beach on the town’s famous harbor. Spend your days watching sailboats and schooners glide across the water, then return to a home filled with history, character, and timeless charm.

Step inside Brackett Cottage and be transported to a time when Marblehead was a thriving seafaring town and travelers returned from distant journeys with treasures from around the world. Every room tells a story, blending antique-style furnishings, fine prints, nautical charts, and distinctive pieces celebrating Marblehead’s maritime and revolutionary heritage.

Built by a shipwright for a shipwright, this remarkable colonial home is unlike any other. No two rooms have the same shape or height, colonial-era fireplaces can be found throughout, built-ins abound, and the staircase with its brass rail feels more like a ship than a home. The sloping floors, narrow stairways, and lower ceilings are part of the authentic character of this historic residence.

At Brackett Cottage, each room provides a cozy place for you to relax and reflect.

In the Living Room, gather around the electric fireplace, settle into the comfortable sofa or swivel chairs, and enjoy conversations, games, or quiet evenings. The warm lighting and historic details create an inviting parlor atmosphere.

The Dining Room offers an elegant setting for intimate meals or a peaceful afternoon with a book by the fireplace. The dining table accommodates 4-6 guests, with dinnerware and glassware beautifully displayed in the built-in sideboard.

The Kitchen features full-sized appliances and everything needed to prepare meals, from a simple breakfast to a family dinner. As you exit the Kitchen, follow the brick pathway to the stairs leading toward Washington Street or continue into the gorgeous private garden, where guests can enjoy al fresco dining on the large patio.

Now it’s time to grab the brass handrail and climb the ship-like stairs to the second floor where the bedrooms and bathroom await.

In the Master Bedroom, feel like royalty among the French Provincial décor. A king-sized bed with silk bedding and pillows is complemented by classic side tables and crystal lamps. A silk slipper chair beside the fireplace provides another comfortable reading nook. Above the fireplace, guests can enjoy their favorite streaming services on the 50” smart flat-screen TV, courtesy of high-speed internet.

In the Guest Bedroom, the shipwright’s hand is evident. The room feels like a colonial-era ship’s cabin with a built-in trundle bed, quirky closets, and a classic bureau. As is a common theme in this Marblehead home, there is another fireside reading nook.

The smallest bedroom is outfitted as a cozy den with a trundle day bed lined with large, comfy pillows. While sleeping for 2 is possible, the room is also set up for snuggling in front of another 50” smart flat-screen TV. Shelves, hooks, and a cedar chest provide storage for guests’ belongings.

The full bathroom features a tile-enclosed bath/shower combination along with all the usual essentials.

There is something for everyone here - so many fun activities:

- Historic Exploration: Wander Marblehead’s historic streets, discover its colonial architecture, and explore the town’s rich maritime and revolutionary heritage.
- Seaside Escape: Take a short walk to the harbor beach and spend the day watching sailboats, schooners, and boats cruise through the water.
- Local Charm: Explore Marblehead Center’s unique shops, restaurants, galleries, and historic landmarks, all just steps from the cottage.
- Outdoor Adventure: Enjoy coastal walks, harbor views, sailing, kayaking, and other seaside activities along Marblehead’s beautiful shoreline.
- North Shore Adventures: Discover nearby Salem, Beverly, Gloucester, and other iconic North Shore destinations, all within easy reach.

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Brackett Cottage Accommodation Highlights

- Central Location - 1-minute walk to Marblehead Center, 4-minute walk to the beach
- Private gorgeous garden with large patio and outdoor dining
- High-speed WiFi
- 2 50” Smart Flat Screen TVs
- King-sized bed in master bedroom
- Full-sized appliances: Stove, Oven, Fridge, Washer & Dryer, and Dishwasher
- Dining room with seating for 4-6 guests
- Electric fireplace inserts throughout the home
- Parking passes for off-street parking are available for a nominal fee
- Window AC Units

This property is cooled with window air conditioning units. The units are installed in May and removed in September. Each window AC unit has both a cooling function and a fan function. Each room with a window AC unit also has a fan.

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Warm Welcome - where rentals feel like home

- A Warm Welcome with starter supplies: paper towels, dish detergent, hand soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, & toilet paper.
- A Warm Welcome with beds fully made with freshly laundered linens.
- A Warm Welcome with a set of towels for each registered guest.
- A Warm Welcome with a special gift.

Please help us be good neighbors:

- Smoking of any kind or anything is strictly prohibited.
- NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME.
- Smoking or hosting events will be cause for immediate eviction with no refund. Please be aware that you will be held liable for damages caused by smoking or events.
- No pets allowed!
- Please be respectful of the owner`s home and considerate of the neighbors.
House Rules simply ask you to be Good Neighbors and Respectful Visitors.
Good Neighbors honor the right of the property’s neighbors to peacefully enjoy their homes. Guests will:
1) Respect Quiet Hours: Quiet Hours are dictated by local rules and ordinances. Unless specified otherwise, quiet hours are between 10PM and 8AM.
2) Not Host Events or Parties: without express written approval from your Warm Welcome host, do not host any parties or events.
3) Follow the Law: do not do anything illegal.
4) Respect Boundaries: Do not encroach into the neighbors’ space, including but not limited to yards, gardens, decks, patios, and parking spaces. Do not use neighbors’ amenities or take neighbor’s property, such as furniture, grills, pools, spas, etc.
5) Follow Parking Instructions: Please follow all parking instructions and only use those spaces allotted to this accommodation.

Respectful Visitors: remember you are renting a private home; please treat the home with respect:
1) Prudent Use: instructions on how to use appliances and amenities are provided. Please use all items for their intended purpose. Please contact your Warm Welcome host if you have any questions.
2) Use of Wi-Fi & Internet: guests agree to use the network for legal purposes only.
3) Be Neat and Caring: please do pick up after yourselves; put trash and recycling in proper bins, do the dishes, use coasters, and leave the furniture in place.
4) Park in Designated Areas: Please do park in driveways, parking areas, and garages. Please do not park on lawns or in gardens.
5) Do Not Smoke or Vape: smoking or vaping of anything: cigarettes, pipes, cigars, or marijuana, requires special costly remediation to remove the aroma – please help us to help you avoid this cost.
6) Be Careful: where there are wet area amenities such as waterfronts, docks, pools, or hot tubs, please take care to secure the areas and take appropriate precautions.
7) Return Keys/Passes/Remotes: please return items as described in Check-out instructions.

Violating any Good Neighbor or Respectful Visitor policies is grounds to end your stay, immediately without refund.