Welcome to "Circa 1789," a stunningly restored historic home in Newburyport's coveted South End. Enjoy the prime location steps from the waterfront, State Street, Rail Trail, shops, and restaurants, with Plum Island just 3 miles away. With 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and 2 off-street parking spots, it comfortably sleeps 6 guests. Your perfect Newburyport getaway awaits—book now!
Seeking an elevated experience? Personal concierge services available upon request! See below for package details.
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Now accepting 30+ night stays starting Nov 1st-April 30th.
KEY FEATURES
☼ Located in downtown Newburyport and just a 10 min drive to the Plum Island beaches
☼ 2 bed, 1 bath sleeping 6
☼ Private and quaint back patio
☼ 2 off-street parking spots
☼ Central air
☼ Dedicated work-from-home desk
☼ In-unit laundry
KITCHEN
✫ Fully equipped with all major appliances
✫ 3-person eat-in counter
✫ Coffee & tea station
✫ Dedicated dining area off the kitchen seating 4
LIVING ROOM
✫ Spacious living room with sleeper sofa and chairs
✫ Smart TV
✫ Clean linens provided for sleeper sofa
✫ Note: the wood stove is inoperable
SECOND FLOOR
MAIN BEDROOM
✫ King bed
✫ Smart TV
✫ Work-from-home desk
✫ Spacious walk-in closet
✫ Clean linens provided
BEDROOM #2
✫ Queen bed
✫ Vaulted ceilings
✫ Smart TV
✫ Closet
✫ Clean linens provided
FULL BATHROOM
✫ Full bathroom with walk-in tiled shower and soaking tub
✫ Clean towels provided
PATIO
✫ Private and quaint back patio
✫ Outdoor dining table seating 4
LAUNDRY
✫ Washer and dryer located in basement
PLEASE NOTE:
✫ 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.
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: No smoking, vaping or drugs allowed. No events, parties or large gatherings. Must be at least 25 years old to book 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
Sean was very responsive. When the coffee maker broke, he immediately replaced it and we were all set for the next day. The home was close to the adorable downtown area. We loved walking to local shops and restaurants. Thank you for a great stay!
Booked last minute for our fall vacation and we're so glad we chose this rental and Newburyport. Newburyport itself is charming; very seacoast-y. It was peaceful but by no means deserted or shuttered up. The whole region is very beautiful. The property itself is just as it appears in the photos. The house itself is comfortable and charming and is situated in a lovely old neighborhood. It's just a few blocks from the center -wonderful brick buildings in town, lots of shops and restaurants. You can walk around admiring all the old NE homes or walk in and out of town along the boardwalk and bike path, with excellent water views and plenty of benches. We felt like we were in a historic landmark but with all the modern amenities. Kitchen is great and the dining table affords attractive street views. There is a sweet outdoor patio. Beds were very comfortable. House heats nicely, not drafty or damp. Nice and clean. Great shower and tub. Great value. Would 100% come back! Thanks, Sean!
Our first time in this part of the country, we couldn’t have stayed at a better place. We loved Sean’s place and the area.
We had a fantastic stay at Sean’s house in Newburyport. It’s a beautiful, picturesque home that felt just right for our family. The house was: • Perfectly located, within walking distance of charming restaurants and shops. • Spotlessly clean, truly impeccable in every corner. • Thoughtfully decorated, with tasteful details that showed real care and attention. • Comfortable, with a great shower and well-maintained bathroom. • Well-equipped, offering everything we needed during our stay. Sean was proactive and communicative throughout—always quick to respond whenever we had a question. We truly loved our time here and would not hesitate to return.
This home was the perfect respite place on our trip and it came with a designated parking space! Great proximity to Plum Island for a scenic afternoon drive. A highlight for us was the walkability to town…for shopping, dinner or just for fun along the Harborwalk Rail Trail. Our host Sean gave detailed instructions and helpful with recommendations for restaurants. We would come back to 4 Franklin St in a second, we enjoyed this home thoroughly.
Absolutely perfect place for our weekend trip to Newburyport! The house is so charming and cozy, very comfortable bed, and stocked with plenty of towels. We loved the proximity to town and barely had to use our car to get around. Highly recommend!
2nd time staying here, would recommend!
We were pleasantly surprised how quiet this neighborhood is. It is near the road leading into town in one direction where, within 10 minutes, you can find several restaurants and shops. In the other direction, you can drive or bike to Plum Island National Seashore and also Plum Island residential area. Sean and his group gave good instructions prior to arrival and were responsive while we were there.
Great stay in Newburyport. Everything was perfect.
Great location and two parking spots so close to downtown is a huge deal! The sofa bed was really uncomfortable, like impossible to sleep on- but everything else was great.
Great place and stay! Place was well maintained and clean, just like the pictures. Location was great, 5-10 min walk to shops/restaurants and parking right outside. Sean was very communicative and responsive. We loved the place and would highly recommend!
Great space in an excellent location. Very short and easy walk to Newburyport’s lovely downtown. Street itself was quiet and the off street parking was very convenient. House was clean and very well furnished. We were traveling with a toddler who also enjoyed the space very much too.
Beautiful home and great hosts !!
Location was perfect! Walkable to downtown and waterfront. Cute home with period touches. Comfortable furniture and beds were cozy. Coffee bar was generous and added touches to the home made it feel special. I would stay at this home again!
Great location in a historic home!
This place is BEAUTIFUL, we loved the cute historical charm of the place. The beds are so so comfortable we didn’t want to leave them. Host is very communicative and helpful. The location is perfect, a nice quaint neighborhood but just a block around lots of shops and restaurants. I highly recommend!
We really enjoyed our stay at Sean’s place! It was an incredible location to walk and explore Newburyport.
Great house, perfect location! Would gladly stay again! Such a cozy and comfortable home away from home!
I rented this charming little historic home for my girlfriend’s birthday, and she and her sister just loved it! She even asked me to buy it! Easy walk to downtown and the harbor. Quiet, off street parking with everything you need… Would definitely recommend it and would rent again.
We had a wonderful stay in Newburyport at Sean’s place! The absolute perfect location, easy access to the rail trail, tannery and downtown also a very close drive to plum island. The house was exactly as described and free of clutter which I always appreciate with little kids in a rental. We would recommend to friends!
Our family of four all enjoyed this adorable property and were not ready for our stay to end! Sean was a very communicative host from booking to checkout. He shared helpful information about all the area has to offer. The house was clean and cozy. The location can’t be beat. Truly walking distance to the waterfront, shops and restaurants. Having access to the washer/dryer was very helpful. A/C works great! We will definitely be staying at this property again. Thank you Sean!
Great location and host at perfectly decorated home!
Sean communicated frequently and was very responsive to all requests for information. The home location was great, it was very clean, beds were comfortable. The sofa bed was not comfortable. One bathroom upstairs was difficult for my 73 year old body. Would recommend that you state that the only bathroom is upstairs in the description. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay, and would return.
This is a lovely home walking distance to all the restaurants in Newburyport and also a nice walking/biking trail along the water. Easy to get to Plum Island, which was a lovely place to go to the beach and for walks and bike rides. And checkout was easy with minimal clean-up required.
Adorable, cozy, petite old house. Lots of charm. Host was very responsive and location was perfect for exploring Newburyport on foot, and a five minute drive to Plum Island beaches.
Great location in very walkable Newburyport neighborhood. Tastefully decorated historic house. We had a little snafu with check out as we assumed it would be at 11am as it is with most properties. It is at 10am. We were grabbing coffee when the cleaning crew showed up. This was our error as I didn’t check. I would recommend this property.
Sean was a wonderful host, and this home was exactly what we needed for our stay. Sean was extremely proactive in communication, and provided lots of helpful tips about things to do in the area and places to eat. We would definitely stay here again on another trip to Newburyport.
Beautifully appointed place in historic old town of Newburyport; 2 mins from the fantastic rail trail and easy 10 minute walk to heart of downtown. Would highly recommend.
We have stayed at a few different hotels or airbnb’s in Newburyport and the location and ease of this one was above them all.
Great location - great place to stay - highly recommend this place - charming
Great little spot. Responsive host.
My Grandmother and I stayed at Sean’s place over the holidays. We had such a lovely stay, it was hard to leave! The home is beautiful furnished and cozy, has everything one needs to feel like a home away from home. We absolutely loved the natural light in the upstairs bedroom during the daytimes. The place comes with two parking spots, but it’s a short 15 minute walk to downtown Newburyport. We loved walking downtown for lunch and shopping. The home is in a quiet neighborhood - our stay felt peaceful and safe. The fancy coffee bar at home is a nice amenity! Thank you Sean for a fabulous stay!
Clean and cozy! Sean was very quick to respond when I had questions. The house is in a great location. It is close enough to walk to downtown Newburyport without being so close that the area around the house felt busy. We really enjoyed our stay.
Great place! Comfortable, with a wonderful location in downtown Newburyport. We would rent again for our family of four without hesitation.
Our stay was great! The house was super clean and cute. Location was amazing, very close to town and a walking path next to the water.
Thank you for a great stay. Super convenient to everything, clean and host was very communicative.
We traveled from Ireland 4 adults and 2 children and everything was perfect, the house was stunning and we had everything we needed, Sean and his team were so helpful with everything and even contacted us halfway through our stay to ensure everything was okay! I couldn't recommend them enough, we will contact them when we visit again! Thanks again!!
We loved this beautiful historic house! The space was beautiful, extremely clean, and full of amenities that we did not expect like a full coffee bar and popcorn station! Sean is the perfect host making sure to welcome us and invite us to message him right away with any questions, concerns or even just recommendations. We did not need to though as there is a link sent that has the information that you would ever need about the house, attractions in the area and restaurant recommendations! I highly encourage people to book this beautiful historic property just feet away from the water and a short distance to a charming vibrant town. Thank you to Sean and his team!
Thank you for a wonderful stay! Home was cozy, clean and so charming! We enjoyed Newburyport and being so close to the heart of town :)
We enjoyed our stay at this location. The beds were very comfortable. Parking was easy. Having coffee & supplies available was a great amenity. Host was easy to communicate with. We would stay again & recommended to other families.
Great place close to town.
We had a wonderful stay in Circa 1789 over a long weekend. This home is warm, charmingly decorated and clean. Great amenities including a turn-table with classic rock albums, and whimsical books cleverly stacked within the wall beams. Quiet neighborhood close to the water for enjoyable scenic walks and nearby to downtown Newburyport for fun cafes and shopping. Highly recommend!
Clean, cozy and comfortable! We really enjoyed our stay!
Sean's house was great for our short stay! The house was super chic and cute, and we loved sitting outside on the back patio to work during the day. We got coffee every morning at Plum Cafe, and ate at some great local spots for dinner. Would definitely stay again if we came back!
The house was cute and centrally located. We enjoyed the eclectic coffee table books.
Jacqueline was a great guest and is recommended to all hosts!
Super clean and quaint place in a beautiful location. Would stay again with smaller group - wouldn’t recommend with a larger than 4 group size. Very strictly enforced quiet hours.
The house was in a great location, right near downtown! The beds where comfy, and it was in a charming quiet neighborhood. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Great location and super cute house with a lot of hidden gems that make you feel like in a little enchanted house! Loved it!
Enjoyed our stay in Newburyport. We will be back.
Sean’s place was perfect! The house is adorable and exactly as described. It was easy to get into and Sean was proactive with providing instructions and details, including pictures of how things worked. The location couldn’t be better. We walked to town for coffee in the morning and for dinner at night. We had everything we needed for a perfect getaway! Thank you Sean! We loved Newburyport!
We loved our stay at Sean’s house during our family vacation. We highly recommend it to anyone looking to stay in the New England area. The home is beautiful and very clean. It has everything you need. We loved the coffee bar set up. The home is very close to all the local restaurants and shops and even walking distance. It’s also a perfect location for making any day trips to Boston, New Hampshire and Maine as we did. Sean was very prompt on replying back with any questions and recommendations. We had a great time and stay!
Such a great spot. Decor was superb, attention to detail top notch, and an easy walk to town. I would highly recommend this place.
We were in Newburyport for the day to go on a harbor cruise. Sean’s place was within walking distance to the cruise, shops and restaurants. Everything was extremely clean. Beds were comfortable. Loved the vinyl record player.
Wonderful one night stay in Newburyport- couldn't have found a cooler spot to stay. The two story home was beautifully furnished with really nice, high end furniture and bedding. Appreciated all the amenities including the coffee and tea bar, the books, vinyl records and the secret little book collection in the wooden beams! Really enjoyed the spot- too bad it was only one night! Will highly recommend to my friends.
Lovely home in the heart of Newburyport! Nice cozy space to settle into.
Great spot – cozy, close to downtown, has all the amenities/comfort we needed.
Had a great time at Sean's. The weather was horrible (not Sean's fault) and his place was a very comfortable refuge from the rain.
Pretty sure we’re moving to Newburyport, we’re in love!
Wonderful stay on Franklin Street and the house was exactly as described. Easy walk to restaurants and shops in Newburyport, the rail trail and the lovely south end neighborhood. Great use of a relatively small space. The outdoor courtyard and seating was the perfect spot for morning coffee and afternoon apertivo with family. I would not hesitate to recommend.
Sean’s house is fabulous. It’s true to the feeling Old Newburyport because of exposed 17th century beams and wide planked floors but with all modern conveniences. Beautifully furnished. Its location is right across from the waterfront and just a few blocks from coffee houses and restaurants. A surprise bonus was his collection of old LPs with turntable. We were all charmed.
EXCELLENT place to stay! Thanks to a well-done restoration, tons of historic charm fills the home, which added to our experience. It's well-stocked, immaculately clean, and tastefully furnished/decorated. Location is perfect--within a 5-minute walk to the waterfront and gorgeous sunrises, and to the quaint downtown shops and restaurants. Sean is literally a "super host"--checking in occasionally to be sure things are OK. He was only a text away if I had questions and always responded quickly. EVERYTHING about this place is 5-star. It has my highest recommendations!
I recently stayed at Seans’s home with my husband and daughter, during her spring break from school. The house was very clean and well appointed. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable. The location was great. Walked along waterfront path every evening and walked into town daily for breakfast and more. It was very quiet and neighbors that we did see were friendly. I would definitely recommend. We are planning to return.
Sean’s place is fabulous. It’s well-appointed, comfortable, and spotless. Best of all, it’s on a quiet street but still within walking distance to everything downtown. Highly recommend!
Sean was 5 stars all around Extremely helpful and checked in to make sure my stay was a wonderful experience. The home was beautiful and close to all of the downtown restaurants!
Great location. Easy walk to shops and restaurants. Well-appointed house. Quiet neighborhood. Sean was quick to respond to questions/issues. Only disappointment was the lack of a useable coffee pot (a basic we depend on when we travel). Easy to remedy, and I’m sure it will be resolved.
Excellent location, very walkable to restaurants. Would stay here again. Host was great.
Beautiful and historic house, well decorated and comfortable for a family of four. Very close to downtown Newburyport and all it's beauty. Sean and team were very responsive and helpful when we had an issue.
The place was comfortable and relaxing. Very walkable to everything yet still felt private. Clean and well stocked home. Would definitely recommend.
Sean was great and extremely helpful .
Very nice house, clean, comfortable and located in a nice neighborhood. The check-in was easy. Recommended
Beautiful restored home truly in the heart of Newburyport and easy access to the sights and sounds of Plum Island.
Sean's place is lovely! Super clean and well appointed. Sean was helpful and very accommodating. The home is perfectly situated near town and lots of walking/bike paths. The ocean is right down the street! It was a wonderful stay!
The house was perfect for our overnight stay in Newburyport. The house was filled with character, very spacious and clean, not to mention within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Sean was extremely responsive and check in/checkout was super easy. Would 10/10 recommend and we hope to be back again soon!
This was a beautiful house for the weekend. Very easy to walk down town. Parking right next to the house. Would recommend!
This was my second stay here , I will be back what a great place and location
beautiful place with all the amenities of home! kitchen had all high end appliances. very nicely decorated and very comfortable. close walking distance to downtown. would highly recommend.
Great location, clean and comfortable. We would stay again.
Awesome stay, host was very communicative and very easy with instructions.
We had a delightful stay! Beautiful & cozy space in a great location. This was our first time in Newburyport and we enjoyed the town, wished we would have booked more nights. The communication with host was superb.
A nicely & tastefully updated historic house in the heart of Newburyport, it accommodated our group of 5 family members very well.
This property is absolutely outstanding, and Sean should, frankly, hold classes for other AirBNB hosts. There were plenty of things like sugar packets and coffee pods, but there was also a closet with well-organized backstock so we didn't have to contact our host for refills. There was a great balance between providing nice touches that guests would appreciate and not creating clutter. The bed in the master was very comfortable, and the shower was amazing. Everything was spotlessly clean...in fact, it felt like we were the first guests to stay. Next time we are in Newburyport, we will definitely stay here!
Great place and absolutely beautiful house!
What a great place , I had an unexpected layover do to working late in the area and Sean accommodated me last minute , I wish I had the day off I wouldn’t have left his place at all . I will be coming back to stay asap to enjoy the place and all the area has to offer .
We loved everything about this cottage! Cozy, quiet, incredibly well stocked, all the comforts of home. It’s so rare to find an Air B and B that checks every single box, as this house absolutely does. Especially loved the skylights, thoughtful coffee table books, soft linens, extra towels, walk in shower, and the abundance of cookware in the kitchen. We did not want to leave!