We spent Christmas visiting friends in Marblehead but due to limited space decided to stay at Harborside House for six nights. We loved the house, the friendliness and assistance of Susan, the owner, and the breadth and depth of information and suggestions related to historic and cultural sites and opportunities in the area. The house is comfortable and welcoming and... More

We planned our Halloween trip back in July. Who would have guessed a major hurricane (Sandy) would come so late in the season. Fortunately, Marblehead was on the outskirts of the storm. Susan's home was very warm and comfortable while the storm raged on. From there on, our vacation was smooth sailing (pun intended). Susan was very helpful in our... More

The Harborside House in Marblehead was a sweet surprise and made for a superb weekend for me and several friends who stayed there in November of 2012. The two-twin-bed room is elegant and comfortable - the small luxuries much appreciated, from the silky sheets to the skylight in the bathroom, and the larger, more apparent luxuries like the sophisticated paintings... More

We visited Marblehead in October 2012, and stayed at The Harborside House. The owner Susan is the most accommodating and sweetest lady. She had a descriptive welcoming letter waiting for us when we arrived with the WiFi password and recommendations to local restaurants. She greeted us and offered to help with our bags. We had towels and robes waiting for... More

My partner and I were supposed to arrive on Tuesday the 30th but due to hurricane Sandy we weren't able to make it until 31st. Susan kept in touch with us to make sure that we had made it to Massachusetts okay, since we were driving from a very affected area in New York. Susan was a very pleasant and... More

I had a week to myself in the Boston area, and I couldn't have found a more enjoyable place to spend it than at the Harborside House in Marblehead. I loved everything about the town, the historic house, and the owner Susan. She was extremely gracious, helpful, and accommodating from our first email communications right through the day I left.... More

A lovely place in a beautiful location. Susan is a charming and vivacious hostess, gave a great restaurant tip (Jack Tar), and shared information on the house. Fresh flowers from her garden were found throughout the home, and her breakfast was charming and tasty. Coffee was excellent. One would do well to consider a stay in this cozy atmosphere at... More

Really enjoyed this historic house right by the water in Marblehead. The rooms were very comfortable and clean. The owner was knowledgeable about the area (suggesting a great place to eat a bite and a lovely historic walk) and helpful when I had to plan an evening trip into Boston. I really appreciated her willingness to make a one-night reservation,... More

We were quite late arriving due to problems landing at Boston airport, this was not a problem for our host. She was ready and waiting to help us to our rooms and give us a welcome cup of tea (typical of us UK residents). The rooms were well furnished in keeping with the period of the house, the lounge particularly... More