The Wishbone

Newburyport
8 guests
3 Bedrooms
2.5 Bathrooms

Welcome to "The Wishbone", a beautifully designed, dog-friendly and fully furnished single family Plum Island home with 2 bedrooms & 1.5 bathrooms, plus detached bunk house with full bed, full kitchen, and bathroom with shower. Just steps to the basin and 1 block to the public beach. The property sleeps up to 8 people in the summer months in 2 main house bedrooms, living room sleeper sofa and detached bunk house.

Now accepting 30+ night stays starting Nov 1st-April 30th.

 

KEY FEATURES

☼ 1,000 sqft home with 2 bedrooms and detached bunk house sleeping 8

☼ Back deck with outdoor couch, umbrella, adjustable coffee table up to dining table height, and gas grill

☼ Covered front porch

☼ 3-seasons porch with couch and TV

☼ 1-minute walk to the beach

☼ Spacious front yard with Adirondack chairs

☼ 4 window AC units and baseboard heat

☼ In-unit washer and dryer

☼ High-speed internet

 

FIRST FLOOR

 

3-SEASONS PORCH

✫ Comfortable couch

✫ TV with Roku

 

LIVING ROOM

✫ Sleeper sofa sectional

✫ Smart TV

✫ Decorative fireplace (fireplace inoperable)

 

DINING ROOM

✫ 4-person dining table

✫ Small side room off of dining room with work-from-home desk

 

KITCHEN

✫ Fully equipped with updated appliances and all necessary kitchen items

✫ Drip coffee maker and espresso machine

✫ Blender

 

HALF BATHROOM

✫ Half bathroom located off kitchen

✫ Washer and dryer

 

SECOND FLOOR

 

PRIMARY BEDROOM

✫ Queen sized bed

✫ Clean linens provided

 

BEDROOM #2

✫ Queen sized bed

✫ Clean linens provided

 

FULL BATHROOM

✫ Full bathroom with shower/tub combo

✫ Clean towels provided

 

DETACHED BUNK HOUSE

✫ Approximately 200 sqft

✫ Queen bed

✫ Full kitchenette

✫ Bathroom with standing shower

✫ Sleeps up to 2 people

✫ Clean linens and towels provided

✫ Not available in winter months (September-April)

 

OUTDOOR SPACES

✫ Private back deck with gas grill, outdoor couches, coffee table that adjusts up to dinner table height, and umbrella

✫ Spacious front yard with 6 Adirondack chairs

✫ Outdoor shower

✫ Covered front porch

✫ 8 beach chairs provided

 

Off-street parking for up to 4 vehicles

 

Sleeps up to 8 people (6 in the main house, 2 in the bunk house)

 

LOCATION

✫ Corner of 54th Street and Northern Boulevard

✫ 1 minute walk to the beach

✫ 1 mile to top Plum Island attractions (Sunset Club, Plum Island Grill, The Cottage Creamery, etc.)

✫ 10 min drive to downtown Newburyport

 

PLEASE NOTE:

✫ No more than 2 dogs max, $100 pet fee per pet - to be collected after the booking is confirmed.

✫ We provide a starter supply of essentials (shampoo, body soap, hand soap, paper towels, and toilet paper), coffee, sugar, and creamer to help you settle in. These items are intended to get you through the first few days of your stay. If you anticipate needing more, please plan to bring additional supplies.

✫ A $100 fee per pet applies and will be charged through our software after the booking is confirmed.

 

Cleaning: Our cleaners are taking extra care to disinfect frequently touched surfaces between reservations (doorknobs, surfaces, light switches, remote controls, tables, fan and lamp chains, thermostats etc).

 

Important: Beach towels are not provided. We have a Ring Doorbell Camera on the exterior of our property facing the outside of our entrance. This is not monitored but does record. We also have a Minut noise monitor system located inside the property in the kitchen/living room. This is a smart home device that measures volume levels throughout the property, it does not record sound, but allows us to respond to noise nuisances in a timely manner to ensure all neighbors are being respected. Minut is 100% privacy compliant and is required on this property. These are to keep all guests safe and to keep the property secure. Thanks for understanding!

Please reach out to guarantee your reservation today. We're always excited to host great people! – The Seacoast 2 Summit Vacation Rentals team

Amenities

Air Conditioning
Central Heating
Linens Provided
Clothes Dryer
Extra Pillows & Blankets
Hangers
Hot Water
Towels Provided
From 
$336
/per night
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Guests

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Trusted by our guests

It was a pleasure hosting Maria. We recommend them to all hosts!

The Wishbone, September 2025

Wishbone was great for our family of 7. The location is perfect for us, midway between the ocean and the basin. We kayak in the basin and the kids love the easy access to the beach. Yhe kitchen was well equipped and the patio was great for bbq. A lovely week on Plum Island.

The Wishbone, August 2025

Perfect beach stay! We loved every minute of our stay at Wishbone. The beach was lovely and just a walk across the street. The house was great for our family of 3. Our son loved the toys provided, and we spent many days on the porch, taking walks and enjoying the sand. I should have brought a baby gate for the stairs, for our curious 2 year old but that’s my own oversight. Newburyport has a lot to offer, and we loved spending time there as well. The best bonus was being able to bring our pup. The house was very clean when we arrived and we found the accommodations comfortable. Overall would definitely recommend Sean’s place again, and we can’t wait to come back to plum island!

The Wishbone, August 2025

This place is a gem. We hosted family and friends all week. Cozy inside—great outdoor space. The guest cottage is cute and comfortable. Located one block from the sand—a beach lovers dream. Quiet sleepy neighborhood. We really enjoyed this cottage and will return!

The Wishbone, July 2025

Lovely stay! The host was very responsive and proactive with our stay. The house is even better in person and only a short walking distance to the beach!

The Wishbone, July 2025

Beautiful home , perfect location.

The Wishbone, July 2025

Cute house right off the main road with great proximity to the more private end of the beach. The basin in the back is a nice view as well. We appreciate that this is a dog friendly location complete with dog bowls for use.

The Wishbone, May 2025

Sean’s place was a great spot for our family on spring break for a few nights while we visited Newburyport and the surrounding area. The place was clean and nicely decorated. The only complaints that we had were the coffee situation was not great but after reaching out to Sean he immediately offered to drop off a new coffee pot, he even brought a bag of coffee and cream and sugar. The rooms were comfortable, with the exception of the bed in the bedroom upstairs. The mattress in the kids room and the bunkhouse were extremely comfortable, however the mattress in the master was very hard and uncomfortable. Other than that, we had a great stay. We didn’t do much cooking since we were there for a short time, but if you plan to be there for awhile the kitchen is minimally stocked as far as pots and pans. There are lots of great restaurants, coffee shops and my family especially loved the Angry Donut! The 3 season porch was a great spot for enjoying morning coffee!

The Wishbone, May 2025

The Wishbone was a cozy cottage in Plum Island. Two great bedrooms in the house. Ocean views from the top floor. Very clean.

The Wishbone, April 2025

Great location a short walk to the beach and a few minute drive to downtown. Perfect for a weekend getaway and loved staying here off season when it was quiet!

The Wishbone, April 2025

The Wishbone was lovely, comfortable and charming. It was within a very easy walk to the beach. There were games, beach towels and flip flops on the porch for guests which I thought was a wonderful idea. Sean, always responded very quickly to every inquiry. A great place to stay!

The Wishbone, March 2025

We had a very quick stay, just two nights, while we visited nearby colleges with my son. It's February so it's very quiet in the area which is why we chose to stay on Plum Island. The beach was snowy and so peace. It's a very, very short walk to the beach. I imagine in the summer time, this would be a super fun place to be. We explore Newburyport for a few hours which was also fun. One thing that I discovered is that parking can be tricky but we found a great and enormous public parking lot which made exploring Newburyport much easier. Thanks Sean for all of the great communication!

The Wishbone, March 2025

Thank you! It's a very beautiful place!

The Wishbone, March 2025

Gorgeous place and the host was so responsive and accomodating. The area is so beautiful and quiet, perfect for a peaceful weekend getaway!

The Wishbone, February 2025

Very Cute place, just a few minutes walk to the beach. Sean was helpful and responsive

The Wishbone, February 2025

Beautiful cottage feel right by the water. Able to do some beach walks and relax in comfortable inside space. Sean was very responsive and accommodating.

The Wishbone, February 2025

We had a wonderful time! The house was charming, clean and convenient.

The Wishbone, February 2025

This house is ideal for family stays, conveniently located near the beach. It is well-equipped, clean, and situated in a prime location. There are numerous fantastic restaurants in the area, offering nice walks, a well-equipped kitchen, a cozy living room, and an excellent atmosphere. We spent a few days here for our Christmas vacation, and it was beautiful.

The Wishbone, January 2025

We had a great winter stay with cozy blankets and everything we needed.

The Wishbone, December 2024

We stayed at one of your Rental Properties and absolutely enjoyed it and felt at home. The place was clean, organized and fully stocked with all necessary items, and had a pleasant smell. We were welcomed with “The Wishbone” welcome bag of treats, which included a nice bottle of wine. The reason for our visit was a funeral, staying at this location was relaxing, inviting and calm. After grieving with our family it was so welcoming to be in a place to relax and calm down. The wine was a nice nightcap! It was our first time renting from you and we will for sure be back hopefully on a better occasion. We will definitely recommend your Rentals to everyone. Thank you 🙏🏼

The Wishbone, December 2024

We had a great stay at Sean’s place. He was very easy to contact, the place was clean and we got to bring our pups! Perfect stay.

The Wishbone, December 2024

Loved it! Would stay again.

The Wishbone, November 2024

Sean was great and accommodating. Had some trouble getting in at first and locating the guest house but he got back to me right away. Would highly recommend staying here and would do so again with my family next time.

The Wishbone, November 2024

The place was great! My only complaint is that the listing said it slept 8, however, that was a little misleading. It has 2 queens, 1 full and a pull out couch. It looked larger on the listing, however, it was clean and had lots of charm! It’s a short walk from the beach which was awesome. We love plum island so it was a great spot.

The Wishbone, November 2024

Great place to stay with the family!

The Wishbone, November 2024

Wonderful stay. Close to the beach. Quaint house with lovely furnishings. Our family enjoyed our time very much especially sitting on the front porch.

The Wishbone, August 2024

We truly enjoyed our stay at the wishbone. It was clean and comfortable and had all of the amenities of home. The location was perfect and access to the beach was just a short walk away. it is important to us that we can travel with our pups, so that really was a huge bonus. Thank you so much for having us- we love the island!

The Wishbone, August 2024

The Wishbone is a beautiful home and perfect for a family or group beach getaway. We loved having both the front porch and back deck for gathering and sitting outside. The first floor is spacious enough for six (or a few more) people to eat meals at the table and lounge in the living room. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you need for a beach weekend or week. There are extra touches everywhere - beach totes and hats to borrow, ice packs ready in the fridge, games on the screened-in porch, and a gift of a glass jar for your seashell collection. The stairs are a little steep and our dog was fearful of them. The stairs might also be challenging for older guests. The little cottage is adorable and a nice space for a couple that wants some privacy. We loved that beach access is only a short walk from the house. Seth is very responsive and he helped make our stay delightful. We loved our stay here and hope to be back next year!

The Wishbone, August 2024

The place is very cute, looks just like the pictures! Great location, and 3 couples had plenty of space!

The Wishbone, August 2024

Great location, Sean and team were a dream to check in, out, and answer any questions. Will be returning

The Wishbone, August 2024

Great location - guest cottage was adorable. Family friendly - loved all the toys in the house!

The Wishbone, July 2024

Perfect place to enjoy some family time on the coast. We felt right at home, especially with all the kid friendly toys and play areas. We walked to the park every night to enjoy the sunset. Beautiful sunrises on the beach were also a treat for us early birds!

The Wishbone, July 2024

This was the perfect house for our weekend on Plum Island. We were a quick walk to the beach and a quick walk to the downtown area. Communication with the host was timely and I never had to wait more than a few minutes for a response! The house itself was lovely and had everything we could need for a weekend away. We will definitely be back!!

The Wishbone, July 2024

We had a wonderful time - the house was perfectly located with easy access to the beach. The street and neighbors were quiet (and the neighbors we met were friendly and helpful). Sean was an excellent host - easy check in, easy checkout, and super responsive. We cannot wait to go back next year!

The Wishbone, July 2024

We truly enjoyed our stay. The house is beautiful, location is great. Overall it was a great experience! We would love to be back. Thanks!

The Wishbone, May 2024

Wasn’t our first stay. Won’t be our last.

The Wishbone, January 2024

I fell in love With WISH BONE this dog friendly (we have a service dog) Kid friendly.. Some fun toys, books and decore.. Cute well loved home. The bunk house was perfect for my oldest daughter who craves peace and quiet. I loved the kitchen with so many places to put things... and some neat cadgets..

The Wishbone, December 2023

Great location, very close walk to the beach. We appreciated the stock of kids books and kitchen amenities. There was an issue with the heat while we were there that Sean had fixed very quickly.

The Wishbone, November 2023

very responsive while dealing with an issue with the heat. my guys absolutely loved the spot

The Wishbone, November 2023

Sean’s home was lovely

The Wishbone, October 2023

It is a comfortable home with a cute, little, separate guest house. It was a very pleasant stay in a lovely location.

The Wishbone, October 2023

Very cute space and very close to the beach. Sean was an awesome host. He got back to us instantly.

The Wishbone, August 2023

This home was easily walkable to the beach, which was nice with young kids. Neighborhood was quiet. Home looked like the photos. Only issue for me was the kitchen wasn’t fully stocked. I was cooking during our stay and didn’t find all I would need. If you aren’t cooking much while here, probably not an issue. Sean and co. were very responsive to my messages. I would recommend home to anyone looking at Plum Island!

The Wishbone, July 2023

Sean dealt with our needs immediately. Short walk to a very nice beach. House was well equipped.

The Wishbone, July 2023

The description of the house and the pictures of the house had something lost in translation. I was expecting 3 bedrooms and a cottage that was being renovated when I booked the apartment. The house has 2 bedrooms and there is a 3rd in the newly finished cottage. The pull out couch is filthy and full of stains and very uncomfortable for sleeping. These were small issues and something we overcame easily. My big concern with our stay was that we found a hat and some plane tickets from June 1st (almost 3 weeks prior to our stay) in the bed sheets of the master bed, a stained bunch of back up blankets (intended for the pull out couch), and a number of food containers and kitchen items in the kitchen that had not been washed prior to our arrival. I spent the first day rewashing all of the bedding and some towels. Seans office came and picked up the heaver blankets to wash off site, and I washed all the glasses, silverware and bowls that looked visibly dirty. No compensation was offered.

The Wishbone, July 2023

The house worked for us because we had one dog. There are no railings on any stairs going into the house. The steps going up to the second floor are very steep but does have a railing. The first floor rooms are small. Location is good, walk to the beach. There a small cabin that goes with house that is perfect for one person or two young adults and has kitchen and bathroom. We had 5 adults, 4 in house and one in cabin. Anymore would have been too crowded. Sean was very attentive and quick to respond.

The Wishbone, July 2023

Great place to stay, Sean was super responsive and helpful! Awesome second private apartment-style building!

The Wishbone, June 2023

Enjoyed our stay at The Wishbone. Only wish we had planned a longer one. The main house and bunkhouse were spotless and the decor lovely. Thoughtful amenities throughout the house and bunkhouse. The location is fabulous with truly easy access to the beach. Looking forward to our next stay at The Wishbone! And host was very responsive.

The Wishbone, June 2023

Beautiful house very clean. Location was very ideal for my family would definitely come back.

The Wishbone, May 2023

We can’t wait to come back to The Wishbone! The outdoor seating in the front and back were great for our group. This place is in a great location - 5 min walk to beach, 10 min drive to charming downtown Newburyport - with plenty of parking and space. For 6 people and a dog, having the main house and the bunk house was the perfect amount of space. The bedrooms were all so charming and the little touches from leaving flip flops and beach toys to a book detailing the renovation journey of this lovely spot made us feel right at home! A great beach house getaway ☺️

The Wishbone, May 2023


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