Elegant Italian Villa On The Scenic Coast of New England
About this house rental
Situated in Manchester-by-the-Sea, this charming house for $817 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. Villa Fiori in scenic Manchester-by-the-sea is a short walk from local Black & White Beach and a 3 minute drive from the famous Singing Beach! Perfect for family reunions and group vacations. Only 45 minutes from Boston by train or car. The unique Villa Fiori was designed by the same architect as the world renowned Isabela Stuart Gardner Museum in Boston as a wedding present from a father to his daughter in 1896. The historic mansion was updated over the years. When you walk into the house you are greeted by an Italian style courtyard and grand stairway. The first floor features a formal dining room with a sunroom attached, a large eat-in kitchen with double ovens, two dishwashers, a Miele 6 burner stove top, and back porch with two grills. Perfect for entertaining. Also, on the first floor is the classic and cozy walnut paneled library filled with books and games. It is furnished with a bar, wine refrigerator, a card table, and ample seating around the fireplace and tv. The library opens up to the patio and garden. The outdoor furniture and fire-pit sit above the large lawn. The formal gardens and the surrounding woods give a sense of privacy belying the close proximity to downtown Manchester and Gloucester. Finally, there is a powder room off of the courtyard and off the back hallway there is also a laundry room with a washer, dryer and iron. The second floor features two master bedrooms with queen sized beds and baths, two suites with double twin beds and baths, two bedrooms with double sized beds, one bedroom with a queen sized bed, and one bedroom with a twin bed. There are four full bathrooms on the second floor and one half bath that serves the third floor. The third floor has two bedrooms, the larger featuring a queen sized bed and the second room has two twin beds. During the summer months relax on our patio in the comfortable lawn furniture and with the outdoor fire pit that overlooks the great lawn where you can also enjoy a game of volleyball or badminton. On our back porch, have fun with the fooseball table or play some basketball on our small home court.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(92 Reviews)
4.0
Great house for large family if you are ok with antique style and eclectic furnishings/style. Lots of room, kitchen well equipped, plenty of sleeping beds. Great location & private. Extremely “lived in” comfortable but very old- nothing remodeled in a long time but charming.
4.0
Great location. House is huge… reminded us of the Clue house. Definitely an older house with a creepy vibe. We loved it as we spent time in Salem. Property manager was very helpful with a few issues we had upon arrival. Overall great place for large group.
4.0
The house is beautiful- the bedrooms are perfect! Loved the library- so much fun exploring the house. The house had the perfect vibe for Halloween time. Our family had a wonderful experience! Don was a doll, Alix did all he could to make our experience awesome. Thank you for an exciting experience.
5.0
Incredible antique house! We were visiting the area for the October festivities in Salem, and this house was perfect for the setting. The entire area was beautiful this time of year and got to enjoy the outdoor fire pit and walk to local beach. Plenty of sitting areas to enjoy and beds were very comfortable. There was box fans available for almost every room as it did get a little stuffy and we needed them. Would love to visit again!
5.0
Stayed with our whole wedding party for the most amazing Wedding Weekend.
All of the bridesmaids were able to use the library to get ready while the groomsmen hung out throughout the house. Many rooms had suites with bathrooms and overall it was perfect.
Definitely lived-in but made it all the more homey and comfortable.
5.0
I came up with 12 of my friends for my bachelorette party. The house was awesome, we were so happy to have stayed there. Plenty of space for everybody and activities! We did Halloween crafts the first night in the dining room then headed out back to sit around the firepit. The next night when we did our famous witches bar crawl there were plenty of bathrooms and mirrors for all of us to get ready in then plenty of space in the study and living room to film tik toks and have some fun before heading out.
Don was a great host giving us great suggestions on what to do and coming by to introduce himself. We will definitely look into renting the house again in the future and recommend it to anyone coming to the area!
5.0
This villa was stunning! Don was an amazing property manager! He walked through the house and showed us the historical aspects of the property! We were a large group, but we all have plenty of room and privacy from each other. The large atrium was the focal point of our stay. We loved all the lovely themed bedrooms upstairs as well!
10.0
This is a large, charming place that has been around for a long time. It is well equipped and comfortable. While it might be formidable because of its size and design, it has been well lived-in and thus feels like home. Lovely location in the woods, close to beaches and small towns. We had a wonderful time.
5.0
This is a large, charming place that has been around for a long time. It is well equipped and comfortable. While it might be formidable because of its size and design, it has been well lived-in and thus feels like home. Lovely location in the woods, close to beaches and small towns. We had a wonderful time.
8.0
This was a fascinating huge house with lots of interesting places to explore. The 5 children with our group of 11 loved the outdoor volleyball and basketball. Definitely the largest and most interesting property we have ever rented.
4.0
This was a fascinating huge house with lots of interesting places to explore. The 5 children with our group of 11 loved the outdoor volleyball and basketball. Definitely the largest and most interesting property we have ever rented.
8.0
We stayed at the Villa and used the property as a meeting place for our family from Canada, Sweden and Florida. We were greeted by our wonderful host Don who attended to our every need. He helped us out with an important errand and was always on standby and quickly responded to our messages. Enjoy the surroundings, the house and the grounds as they are beautiful. Perfect time of the year to visit. Thank you Don and Alix!
10.0
We just got married and spent our wedding weekend getting ready/taking photos/celebrating at this property. It was definitely a focal point!! We had such an amazing time and we met Don who was so nice!!! Our whole wedding party wants to make it tradition to rent this place once a year haha. 10/10 would stay there again
10.0
We had a wonderful stay at Villa Fiori. Spacious and elegant place for our 80th Birthday gathering. The place has great possibilities. So happy that the owners care and are preserving the ambiance of the villa. We loved using the fireplace --- a special bonus! Rooms for everyone. The children had a fabulous time on the third floor!
Thank you!
10.0
We are a group of college friends who enjoy a "Trinity Sisters' Retreat" each year, always at a different place. This, by far, is our most elegant, old world charming place! Each room invites conversation with cozy seating arrangements, wonderful couches and chairs. The kitchen has everything you could want. The whole house is incredibly clean, lovely comfortable bedrooms, plenty of parking; I could go on and on. I want to stress 'clean,' (We senior citizens are picky about clean.) The cleaning staff gets an A+. This is a huge house and everything was spotless. The manager was just a quick text message away; very attentive. If you are a large group looking for an elegant house in an interesting area (Cape Ann, MA has something for everyone) then this is your place. We loved it.
8.0
Manager was away but very helpful & friendly by phone. House is grand & interesting, grounds are large & inviting. Furniture a bit worn and not particularly comfortable, but adequate for a group of up to 18 to stay and have a great time. Location is excellent & feels very private while being walkable to beaches. Plenty of activities for the whole family & great restaurants in area. Kitchen nicely equipped with those two dishwashers you want when cooking or serving 12+ people! Everyone had a good time!
4.0
We stayed at the Villa and used the property as a meeting place for our family from Canada, Sweden and Florida. We were greeted by our wonderful host Don who attended to our every need. He helped us out with an important errand and was always on standby and quickly responded to our messages. Enjoy the surroundings, the house and the grounds as they are beautiful. Perfect time of the year to visit. Thank you Don and Alix!
5.0
We just got married and spent our wedding weekend getting ready/taking photos/celebrating at this property. It was definitely a focal point!! We had such an amazing time and we met Don who was so nice!!! Our whole wedding party wants to make it tradition to rent this place once a year haha. 10/10 would stay there again
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at Villa Fiori. Spacious and elegant place for our 80th Birthday gathering. The place has great possibilities. So happy that the owners care and are preserving the ambiance of the villa. We loved using the fireplace --- a special bonus! Rooms for everyone. The children had a fabulous time on the third floor!
Thank you!
5.0
We are a group of college friends who enjoy a "Trinity Sisters' Retreat" each year, always at a different place. This, by far, is our most elegant, old world charming place! Each room invites conversation with cozy seating arrangements, wonderful couches and chairs. The kitchen has everything you could want. The whole house is incredibly clean, lovely comfortable bedrooms, plenty of parking; I could go on and on. I want to stress 'clean,' (We senior citizens are picky about clean.) The cleaning staff gets an A+. This is a huge house and everything was spotless. The manager was just a quick text message away; very attentive. If you are a large group looking for an elegant house in an interesting area (Cape Ann, MA has something for everyone) then this is your place. We loved it.
4.0
Manager was away but very helpful & friendly by phone. House is grand & interesting, grounds are large & inviting. Furniture a bit worn and not particularly comfortable, but adequate for a group of up to 18 to stay and have a great time. Location is excellent & feels very private while being walkable to beaches. Plenty of activities for the whole family & great restaurants in area. Kitchen nicely equipped with those two dishwashers you want when cooking or serving 12+ people! Everyone had a good time!
10.0
A one of a kind place to stay for large group of friends looking for a getaway.
10.0
Where to begin?! I am still missing this Lovely Place!
Even with the gloom of a Rainy Spring Day, the Fiori Villa does Not disappoint! How such a Large Home is able to radiate such Coziness remains a mystery to me!
This was our Second Time staying at Fiori Villa and it truly does just get Better and Better!
The Adults and Children Love the outdoors for Easter Egg Hunts or for running around and seeking out the Hidden Garden Spots!
Inside, with Plenty of Space downstairs and upstairs, it is So Comfortable for All Age Groups!
And, making our Stay even more Pleasant was the Caretaker, Don, with His Wonderful, Pleasant Attitude and Most Helpful
Manner! Thank You, Don, for All Your Help in making our Time So Memorable!!
We can't wait to return to the Villa!!
10.0
We stayed at this property for 2 nights for a company meeting/ retirement celebration. There were 14 of us and this property had plenty of room for all of us to have our space! Great outdoor set up so that we could have a fire and enjoy the beautiful weather. The property manager had great communication and was very helpful with all of our questions and answered the phone anytime we had questions or needed something. We will definitely be back!
5.0
A one of a kind place to stay for large group of friends looking for a getaway.
5.0
Where to begin?! I am still missing this Lovely Place!
Even with the gloom of a Rainy Spring Day, the Fiori Villa does Not disappoint! How such a Large Home is able to radiate such Coziness remains a mystery to me!
This was our Second Time staying at Fiori Villa and it truly does just get Better and Better!
The Adults and Children Love the outdoors for Easter Egg Hunts or for running around and seeking out the Hidden Garden Spots!
Inside, with Plenty of Space downstairs and upstairs, it is So Comfortable for All Age Groups!
And, making our Stay even more Pleasant was the Caretaker, Don, with His Wonderful, Pleasant Attitude and Most Helpful
Manner! Thank You, Don, for All Your Help in making our Time So Memorable!!
We can't wait to return to the Villa!!
5.0
We stayed at this property for 2 nights for a company meeting/ retirement celebration. There were 14 of us and this property had plenty of room for all of us to have our space! Great outdoor set up so that we could have a fire and enjoy the beautiful weather. The property manager had great communication and was very helpful with all of our questions and answered the phone anytime we had questions or needed something. We will definitely be back!
10.0
This property was PERFECT for our wedding weekend. We got married at hammond castle but family and friends were able to stay with us. We enjoyed the grounds, the fabulous kitchen, the firepit. Our master suite was the perfect bridal suite. I highly recommend villa fiori. It made our wedding weekend extra special (and affordable!)
10.0
We have a great time, the property manager was really great and present.
5.0
This property was PERFECT for our wedding weekend. We got married at hammond castle but family and friends were able to stay with us. We enjoyed the grounds, the fabulous kitchen, the firepit. Our master suite was the perfect bridal suite. I highly recommend villa fiori. It made our wedding weekend extra special (and affordable!)
5.0
This was our third stay at Villa Fiori and once again it did not disappoint. We are a large family so the number of bedrooms gave everyone their own space to which they could retreat when they wanted. The entry room and library were great places for people to gather, read, and play games. We spent a lot of time in the kitchen preparing meals so the large fridge, two ovens, 6 burners, and 2 dishwashers were welcome and put to use. We would love to go back again in the future.
5.0
We have a great time, the property manager was really great and present.
5.0
This was our third stay at Villa Fiori and once again it did not disappoint. We are a large family so the number of bedrooms gave everyone their own space to which they could retreat when they wanted. The entry room and library were great places for people to gather, read, and play games. We spent a lot of time in the kitchen preparing meals so the large fridge, two ovens, 6 burners, and 2 dishwashers were welcome and put to use. We would love to go back again in the future.
10.0
The space was such a welcome change from a hotel. Lots of comfortable spaces for small group conversations and the library was a perfect place to unwind by the fire.
The kitchen had a great layout for serving up meals and everyone felt "at home" immediately.
5.0
The space was such a welcome change from a hotel. Lots of comfortable spaces for small group conversations and the library was a perfect place to unwind by the fire.
The kitchen had a great layout for serving up meals and everyone felt "at home" immediately.
10.0
We are a large family from all over New England, who get together once a year to celebrate our Thanksgiving and Christmas over one weekend. This is the perfect location, central to most of us, well supplied with everything you need to cook a large meal, and plenty of rooms and beds for all of us. Communication with the owner was excellent. I would highly recommend :)
5.0
We are a large family from all over New England, who get together once a year to celebrate our Thanksgiving and Christmas over one weekend. This is the perfect location, central to most of us, well supplied with everything you need to cook a large meal, and plenty of rooms and beds for all of us. Communication with the owner was excellent. I would highly recommend :)
10.0
Great stay, very responsive property manager
5.0
Great stay, very responsive property manager
8.0
While the house was technically as advertised, there were some little details that could have been better.
The beds were hard (my back still hurts from that mattress), we couldn’t find extra linen, trash and dirty laundry was left from previous guests, there was no key to lock the house and some minor repairs were needed,
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Manchester-by-the-Sea?
The average price for a rental in Manchester-by-the-Sea is $578 per night. This rental is $239 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Elegant Italian Villa On The Scenic Coast of New England. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Elegant Italian Villa On The Scenic Coast of New England pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Elegant Italian Villa On The Scenic Coast of New England?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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