House in Marblehead, MA
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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Nestled in the heart of historic old town Marblehead, Rockmere Inn is a 1-minute walk to boutiques and restaurants, a 5-minute walk to Marblehead's famous harbor, and amidst a lovely stroll in the historic village. Wander along the streets of Marblehead and be transported back to colonial times.
Rockmere Inn harkens back to a time when travelers returned home with wares from long global jaunts. Each piece tells a story. Visitors are embraced by the wares of a global traveler juxtaposed with items that celebrate Marblehead’s seafaring and revolutionary history.
A visit to Rockmere Inn showcases the creativity of local builders, as the unique home traverses the rock ledge that connects Washington St to Mechanic St. As the home meanders up the ledge, each living space is presented as a separate level. Three of the separate levels provide a bedroom suite. The other levels provide the expansive living spaces.
If you want an elegantly appointed, spacious accommodation, Rockmere Inn is the place for you. Guest note: as is typical with many colonial era homes: stairways can be narrow and steep; floors slope. In particular with the home's unique design traversing a ledge, Rockmere Inn has 6 levels.
As one enters Rockmere Inn from the Mechanic St entrance, the guest is greeted by an entertainer’s dining room with a table that easily accommodates 12. A work space and a comfortable seating area overlook the garden. Hidden behind antique pumpkin pine doors are a coat closet, laundry, and a bar with beverage refrigerator.
Central to the dining room is an original, now decorative, fireplace and the 300-year-old barn door that leads to the gourmet kitchen. The kitchen provides seating for 8 and another gorgeous view of the private patio and garden.
Returning through the dining room, one descends to the massive living room decorated with an international traveler’s flair. The living room easily accommodates 14 with various conversation spaces sprinkled around the room.
Descend to another level, and one enters the Captain’s Quarter. This guest suite features custom paneling and cabinetry by the renowned custom yacht builder, Bruce Dyson. Visitors feel like they’ve entered the quarters of a luxury yacht, with a center mast and surrounded by hand-crafted mahogany cabinets, wet bar, and private bath. The captain’s quarters can be used as another living space or private sleeping quarters with a separate entrance to Washington St.
Returning to the dining room level, one ascends just 3 steps to the master bedroom level. The large master bedroom is elegantly furnished with a king-sized bed, nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps, a writing desk, decorative fireplace, seating, TV, walk-in closet, and full bathroom.
From the master bedroom level, ascend another set of stairs to another bedroom suite level. The large bedroom is elegantly furnished with a king-sized bed, nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps, seating, TV, walk-in closet, and 3/4 bathroom.
Finally, take the last 3 steps up to the crew’s quarters which accommodates 4 guests in 2 daybeds with trundles, 2 seating areas, built in dresser drawers, and walk-in closet. The crew’s quarters share the ¾ bath.
******* Rockmere Inn Highlights
Central historic Location – short walk to town and seaside
Private gorgeous garden with large patio and outdoor dining
High-speed WiFi
3 Large Screen Smart TVs
3 King sized bedroom suites
Gourmet kitchen
2 bars with beverage refrigerators
Washer & Dryer
Off-street parking
Accomodations:
***** Captain's Quarters ( sleeps 2)
- Private Entrance
- Daybed with trundle - can be converted into 2 twins or 1 king bed
- Seating areas
- Private 3/4 bath
- Wet bar with small refridgerator
- Large screen Smart TV
Note: TVs installed after photos.
***** Master Bedroom Level ( sleeps 2)
- King-sized bed nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps
- Decorative antique fireplace
- Seating areas
- Full bathroom with tub
- Walk-in Closet
- Large screen Smart TV
Note: TVs installed after photos.
***** 2nd Master Bedroom Level ( sleeps 2)
- King-sized bed nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps
- Seating areas overlooking garden and pation
- Shared 3/4 bathroom
- Walk-in Closet
- Large screen Smart TV
Note: TVs installed after photos.
***** Crew's Quarters ( sleeps 4)
- 2 Daybeds with trundle - provides 4 twin beds
- Seating areas
- Shared 3/4 bath
- Built in dresser drawers
- Walk-in closet
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Mobility Friendly Property: This home is considered mobility friendly, because it meets the following criteria:
1) One floor living is possible - at least 1 bedroom and 1 full bath are on the main living level.
2) Few stairs (6 or less) to enter the main living level.
3) Easy access bathing: either a walk-in shower or grab bar to assist with entering a tub/shower combination.
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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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About Marblehead
Founded in 1629, Marblehead was a crucial fishing port during the American Revolution; much of its history can be discovered by navigating through the colorful, narrow streets of Old Town. Like an open-air museum, Marblehead flaunts its history not only in its well-preserved 18th-century houses and architecture, national historic landmarks and local shops are sprinkled throughout the town.
After meandering amongst the quaint Colonial houses, take a tour through Marblehead Neck, which leads to the lighthouse. Marvel at the breathtaking views of Marblehead Harbor, birthplace of the US Navy, & a major sailing capital.
Marblehead’s most popular beach, Devereux, has plenty of picnic tables, playgrounds, and on-site restrooms. Gas House Beach is on Little Harbor. With a rocky shore and small boats anchored in tranquil, shallow water, the scene at Gas House is perfectly New England. Active visitors can enjoy a paddle at King’s Beach with views of Boston.
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About iTrip North Shore Properties
- Smoking is strictly prohibited. Guests will be fined and immediately evicted for smoking or vaping in the home or on the property.
- NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME.
These are cause for eviction with no refund. If any damage impacts our ability to offer the home for future guests, you will be held liable.
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Amenities:
- Each of property features a starter set of supplies for guests which includes toilet paper, paper towels, dish detergent, & hand soap.
- The beds are fully made & ready for your arrival with freshly laundered linens. A set of towels for each registered guest are included in the rental rate.
- For family friendly homes, a luxury Pack-n-Play or other children's furnishings are available for an additional charge (as availability permits).
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Visiting like a local means being neighborly. Please be respectful of the owner's home and considerate of the neighbors.
Nestled in the heart of historic old town Marblehead, Rockmere Inn is a 1-minute walk to boutiques and restaurants, a 5-minute walk to Marblehead's famous harbor, and amidst a lovely stroll in the historic village. Wander along the streets of Marblehead and be transported back to colonial times.
Rockmere Inn harkens back to a time when travelers returned home with wares from long global jaunts. Each piece tells a story. Visitors are embraced by the wares of a global traveler juxtaposed with items that celebrate Marblehead’s seafaring and revolutionary history.
A visit to Rockmere Inn showcases the creativity of local builders, as the unique home traverses the rock ledge that connects Washington St to Mechanic St. As the home meanders up the ledge, each living space is presented as a separate level. Three of the separate levels provide a bedroom suite. The other levels provide the expansive living spaces.
If you want an elegantly appointed, spacious accommodation, Rockmere Inn is the place for you. Guest note: as is typical with many colonial era homes: stairways can be narrow and steep; floors slope. In particular with the home's unique design traversing a ledge, Rockmere Inn has 6 levels.
As one enters Rockmere Inn from the Mechanic St entrance, the guest is greeted by an entertainer’s dining room with a table that easily accommodates 12. A work space and a comfortable seating area overlook the garden. Hidden behind antique pumpkin pine doors are a coat closet, laundry, and a bar with beverage refrigerator.
Central to the dining room is an original, now decorative, fireplace and the 300-year-old barn door that leads to the gourmet kitchen. The kitchen provides seating for 8 and another gorgeous view of the private patio and garden.
Returning through the dining room, one descends to the massive living room decorated with an international traveler’s flair. The living room easily accommodates 14 with various conversation spaces sprinkled around the room.
Descend to another level, and one enters the Captain’s Quarter. This guest suite features custom paneling and cabinetry by the renowned custom yacht builder, Bruce Dyson. Visitors feel like they’ve entered the quarters of a luxury yacht, with a center mast and surrounded by hand-crafted mahogany cabinets, wet bar, and private bath. The captain’s quarters can be used as another living space or private sleeping quarters with a separate entrance to Washington St.
Returning to the dining room level, one ascends just 3 steps to the master bedroom level. The large master bedroom is elegantly furnished with a king-sized bed, nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps, a writing desk, decorative fireplace, seating, TV, walk-in closet, and full bathroom.
From the master bedroom level, ascend another set of stairs to another bedroom suite level. The large bedroom is elegantly furnished with a king-sized bed, nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps, seating, TV, walk-in closet, and 3/4 bathroom.
Finally, take the last 3 steps up to the crew’s quarters which accommodates 4 guests in 2 daybeds with trundles, 2 seating areas, built in dresser drawers, and walk-in closet. The crew’s quarters share the ¾ bath.
******* Rockmere Inn Highlights
Central historic Location – short walk to town and seaside
Private gorgeous garden with large patio and outdoor dining
High-speed WiFi
3 Large Screen Smart TVs
3 King sized bedroom suites
Gourmet kitchen
2 bars with beverage refrigerators
Washer & Dryer
Off-street parking
Accomodations:
***** Captain's Quarters ( sleeps 2)
- Private Entrance
- Daybed with trundle - can be converted into 2 twins or 1 king bed
- Seating areas
- Private 3/4 bath
- Wet bar with small refridgerator
- Large screen Smart TV
Note: TVs installed after photos.
***** Master Bedroom Level ( sleeps 2)
- King-sized bed nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps
- Decorative antique fireplace
- Seating areas
- Full bathroom with tub
- Walk-in Closet
- Large screen Smart TV
Note: TVs installed after photos.
***** 2nd Master Bedroom Level ( sleeps 2)
- King-sized bed nestled between 2 bedside tables with lamps
- Seating areas overlooking garden and pation
- Shared 3/4 bathroom
- Walk-in Closet
- Large screen Smart TV
Note: TVs installed after photos.
***** Crew's Quarters ( sleeps 4)
- 2 Daybeds with trundle - provides 4 twin beds
- Seating areas
- Shared 3/4 bath
- Built in dresser drawers
- Walk-in closet
_____
Mobility Friendly Property: This home is considered mobility friendly, because it meets the following criteria:
1) One floor living is possible - at least 1 bedroom and 1 full bath are on the main living level.
2) Few stairs (6 or less) to enter the main living level.
3) Easy access bathing: either a walk-in shower or grab bar to assist with entering a tub/shower combination.
____
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.
__________
About Marblehead
Founded in 1629, Marblehead was a crucial fishing port during the American Revolution; much of its history can be discovered by navigating through the colorful, narrow streets of Old Town. Like an open-air museum, Marblehead flaunts its history not only in its well-preserved 18th-century houses and architecture, national historic landmarks and local shops are sprinkled throughout the town.
After meandering amongst the quaint Colonial houses, take a tour through Marblehead Neck, which leads to the lighthouse. Marvel at the breathtaking views of Marblehead Harbor, birthplace of the US Navy, & a major sailing capital.
Marblehead’s most popular beach, Devereux, has plenty of picnic tables, playgrounds, and on-site restrooms. Gas House Beach is on Little Harbor. With a rocky shore and small boats anchored in tranquil, shallow water, the scene at Gas House is perfectly New England. Active visitors can enjoy a paddle at King’s Beach with views of Boston.
__________
About iTrip North Shore Properties
- Smoking is strictly prohibited. Guests will be fined and immediately evicted for smoking or vaping in the home or on the property.
- NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME.
These are cause for eviction with no refund. If any damage impacts our ability to offer the home for future guests, you will be held liable.
__________
Amenities:
- Each of property features a starter set of supplies for guests which includes toilet paper, paper towels, dish detergent, & hand soap.
- The beds are fully made & ready for your arrival with freshly laundered linens. A set of towels for each registered guest are included in the rental rate.
- For family friendly homes, a luxury Pack-n-Play or other children's furnishings are available for an additional charge (as availability permits).
__________
Visiting like a local means being neighborly. Please be respectful of the owner's home and considerate of the neighbors.
Amenities at Rockmere Inn: Colonial Charm – Celebrate 250 Years in Historic Marblehead!
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Marblehead, MA
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
We stayed in the Rockmere Inn for Thanksgiving 2025. We enjoyed our stay very much! The place in cozy, but still spacious. The listing is accurate. It's a neat, little bit quirky place. We felt like we had gone back in time because they don't build houses like this anymore. The location is also great - right in historic Marblehead. So, it's a fun place to walk. Fort Sewall is not a far walk. There was plenty of space in the house for our family to relax and sleep. It was really fun to be at the Rockmere Inn for Thanksgiving because it felt almost like we were transported back to colonial times - so a true New England Thanksgiving!There were a couple of things that we wish we knew. First, my mom is not as mobile as she once were. We studied the steps inside the house well, and the listing is accurate. My parents took the main bedroom, and it is up just 4 stairs. However, the steps to get into the house were a bit challenging for my mom. So, I would consider that if you have anyone with mobility issues. Second, my brother lives nearby and has small kids. He only visited once because we didn't think it was a a great place for little kids. We were just worried they might break something or fall down the stairs. Last, we had 2 cars and the place has only one parking spot. We didn't have too much trouble finding a parking space within about a block, but it's something to know.
8 / 10Excellent·Nov 2025
House was great! Perfect location, very close to downtown Marblehead, also a quick drive to Salem. Went with my friends and there was plenty of room for everyone. I will note there are a lot of stairs at this property (4 floors total) so if you have trouble with steps, that is something to consider. Also there are two TVs but they are in the bedrooms and not the main living areas. Cool, quirky, historical house!
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
This home is in the cutest town of Marblehead. Walkable to all the shops and restaurants in town. Perfect for big groups! Old home with lots of character. We stayed here and ubered into Salem in October. It was perfect to be outside Salem but in another quaint town.
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2025
Not handicapped accessible
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9.4Outstanding
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"We stayed in the Rockmere Inn for Thanksgiving 2025. We enjoyed our stay very much! The place in cozy, but still spacious. The listing is accurate. It's a neat, little bit quirky place. We felt l..."
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