Broom & Board

Broom & Board: Walk to Town, Museums, & Eateries - Sleek & Modern - Fast WiFi, Parking

4 BR
2 Baths
Sleeps 10

Welcome to Broom & Board. As you enter through the antique front door, you are greeted by a vestibule that cherishes history while celebrating modern conveniences.

Climb the stairway to your private entrance on the 2nd floor with keyless entry! Enter into a seating and dining area with a big screen smart TV sitting on a super sleek TV console.

The chef will love the stainless steel appliances, french-door fridge, the 5-burner gas range, the plethora of spices, and bar seating overlooking the cooking center. It's like you're on stage - showcasing your culinary talents. Or ... you can get everyone involved ... there's plenty of space for the whole crew to help prepare the meals. Either way - it's a joy to cook in this kitchen. As you look around, savor the custom design elements - hand burnished walnut shelves, sleek stylish lighting, and more - welcome to a designer's kitchen.

The 2nd floor sports 2 of the 4 bedrooms and 1 of the 2 full baths as well as the laundry facilities.

Ascend the back stairway to the 3rd floor with a great living room - 2 seating areas. One with a sectional sofa and 2 chairs and another big screen smart TV. Bean bag chairs for gaming or classic seating to watch your favorite shows.

Behind the TV, is a kitchette/wet bar, with mini fridge, microwave, and more. Also, a private work space with desk.

2 more bedrooms and the other full bathroom.

As you can see Broom & Board is gorgeously appointed; yet, it's location is even more spectacular. At Broom & Board, you enjoy the peacefulness of a quiet side street, and still you are mere moments from all the hubbub of Salem: many of the attractions and the center of Haunted Happenings are just a couple blocks away. An added treat! There's a sweet neighborhood beach just 5 minutes away. Broom & Board is a short walk to Salem Willows: enjoy the huge city pier to swim, grab a lobster roll or fried clams, ride the bumper cars, or just relax by the sea. City or sea - it's all a short walk from Broom & Board.

******* Broom & Board Amenities

All 3 Master bedrooms have

- Queen size bed between 2 bedside tables with lamps

- Large Bureau and Large Closet

- Chair

Twin bedroom

- 2 Twin beds, each with a bedside table with lamp

- Large Closet

- Chair

2 Large Bathrooms

- One bathroom has tub with rain shower

- One bathroom has a large walk-in shower.

Highlights:

- Fully-equipped kitchen with full size appliances, coffee maker, blender & more!

- Living & Dining room with Big Screen TV

- Beautifully redone hardwood floors throughout the home.

- Washer & dryer.

- WIFI

- Off street parking for 2 cars in Tandem

- Smoking is strictly prohibited. Guests will be fined and immediately evicted if there is any evidence of smoking found anywhere in this home.

- No pets allowed!

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About Salem

Salem is a historic, coastal city, located in Boston's' North Shore. A bedrock of New England history, Salem is considered one of the most significant seaports in Puritan American history. Salem's cultural identity reflects its role in the infamous Salem witch trials of 1692; Witch logos adorn Salem police cars, taxis, magazines, & newspapers.

The city is home to the House of the Seven Gables, Salem State University, the headquarters of Salem Willows Park, Pioneer Village, Salem Maritime National Historic Site, and the Peabody Essex Museum. It also features two historic residential neighborhoods, the Federal Street District and the Charter Street Historic District. Salem is a residential and tourist area which includes the neighborhoods of Salem Neck, Downtown Salem District, The Point, South Salem and North Salem, Witchcraft Heights, Pickering Wharf, and the McIntire Historic District (named after Salem's famous architect and carver Samuel McIntire).

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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.

26 Cross St, Unit 2 Salem, MA 01970
Registration Number: C0156752580

Sleeping Arrangements

2nd Floor Master Queen
3rd Floor Guest Queen
3rd Floor Guest Queen
2nd Floor Guest Twin (2)
3rd Floor Living Space Twin (2)

Bathroom Configuration

2nd Floor Full Bath: Shower, Toilet
3rd Floor Full Bath: Combo Tub Shower, Toilet

Property Rules

Check In: After 4pm
Check Out: Before 10am
Smoking: Not Allowed

Amenities

Air Conditioning
Bathroom Step Free Access
Bathtub
Bed Linens
Big Screen TV
Breakfast
Cable
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Central Heat
Children Welcome
Clothes Dryer
Coffee Maker
Cooking Basics
DVD
Deadbolt Lock
Dining Table
Dishes And Utensils
Dishes and Silverware
Dishwasher
Dryer
Essentials
Ethernet Connection
Extra Pillows And Blankets
Family Friendly
Fire Extinguisher
First Aid Kit
Free Wifi
Full Kitchen
Hair Dryer
Handheld Shower Head
Hangers
Heating
Historic
Hot Water
Ice Maker
Internet
Internet Access
Iron
Iron Board
Keyless Entry
Kid Friendly
Kitchen
Laptop-Friendly
Laundry
Linens
Living Room
Long Term Stays Allowed
Luggage Dropoff Allowed
Microwave
Open Patio
Outdoor Lighting
Outlet Shopping
Oven
Parking
Patio
Pets Not Allowed
Private Entrance
Private Living Room
Refrigerator
Room
Satellite or Cable
Self Check-In Checkout
Shopping
Smart TV
Smoke Detector
Smoking Not Allowed
Spices
Stereo
Stove
TV
Television
Toaster
Towels
WIFI
Washer
private entrance

Map

Videos

Frequently Asked Questions

Broom & Board will consider most small dogs under 25lbs during the off season.  This is on a case-by-case basis, and at the discretion of iTrip North Shore. 

If allowed, you must have a crate to kennel your dog when left alone in the home.  There is also an additional cleaning fee.

** Please note: Some breeds cannot be allowed for insurance/legal reasons.
  • A walk or bike ride along the Marblehead Rail Trail, a 4-mile long pathway that meanders through wooded areas and continues on into the neighboring towns of Swampscott and Salem.
  • A walk through the Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, located just 1/4 mile from Broom & Board, offering a one mile trail through 20 wooded acres, with the opportunity for bird and animal sightings.
  • A visit to Devereux Beach, Marblehead’s largest beach, which offers a playground, restaurant, picnic tables, and parking. Lifeguards on duty during specified hours. 
  • Renting stand-up paddle boards at Riverhead Beach and exploring the boats and sites in Marblehead Harbor.
  • Eating in Marblehead’s many restaurants, from waterfront dining at the Landing to seafood at the Barnacle or sandwiches and pizza at Cafe Vesuvius.
  • A visit to one of Marblehead’s many beautiful oceanfront parks, including Chandler Hovey park (featuring the Marblehead Lighthouse), Castle Rock (for the climb and the views), and Fort Sewall (for the scenery and the history).
  • A visit to one of Marblehead’s many historical sites, including the Jeremiah Lee Mansion, the King Hooper Mansion, Old Burial Hill, the Old Townhouse, and Abbot Hall (home of the painting the Spirit of ’76). 
  • Wandering through Marblehead’s two quaint shopping districts, one newer and one dating from the 1600s, with both offering a variety of dining and shopping options.
  • Exploring the older part of Marblehead at the far end of the peninsula, with many houses bearing plaques dating from the 1600s and providing information about the original owner’s name and occupation.
  • A visit to one of Marblehead’s many playgrounds, including Gatchell’s, Hobbs, and Gerry, with climbing structures and slides as well as open fields for children and adults to enjoy. 
  • A movie right in the heart of Marblehead at the Warwick Theater.
  • The Salem Witch Museum, Witch House, and Witch Dungeon offer educational insights into the witch trials that took place in Salem in the 1600s.
  • The world class Peabody Essex Museum with a variety of unique exhibitions from around the world.
  • The House of the Seven Gables,  well known as the setting of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s novel of the same name.
  • Pickering Wharf, a harbourfront shopping and dining district offering views of beautiful boats and the opportunity to stroll to the end of the nearby pier, ideally after first stopping by Captain Dusty’s for some homemade ice cream.
  • Salem Willows, which offers ocean front parks, beaches, and walking paths as well as an old fashioned arcade, including a carousel and miniature golf course. 
  • A variety of specialty walking tours are available, many focusing on the Salem Witch Trials.
  • Boat and trolley tours also offer the opportunity to explore Salem by land or water and learn about the town’s history.
Broom & Board provides high-speed internet services.  Internet services have been shown to meet the needs of guests traveling for both work and pleasure.  
Regrettably, Broom & Board does not host furry family members.  That is, Broom & Board is strictly no pets.
As a token of our appreciation, a Welcome Pack awaits you in the fridge.  

Beds are made with freshly laundered linens. Clean towels for each registered guest are placed on the beds. Please bring your own beach towels. Each accommodation comes with  starter pack of 1 roll of paper towels, each bathroom will have at least 1 spare roll of toilet paper.  A starter pack of coffee, cleaning supplies, and hand soap is also provided.

Items you should bring with you: Extra paper products, beach towels, beach chairs, sunscreen, toiletries, food, beverages, and any other essentials and assundries to make your vacation enjoyable.
 
 
The City of Salem offers paid parking lots.  You can download the Passport Parking app and have the ability to pay for parking without leaving the comforts of Broom & Board.  Below please find some useful information on the pay by plate kiosks, times of operations, locations, and more.
 
WHERE ARE THE PAY BY PLATE KIOSKS? 
 
There are one or more kiosks in each parking lot. There is an easily identifiable sign “Pay Here” above each kiosk. 
  • Pay at the kiosk, with cash or credit card 
  • Pay by phone, through the Passport Parking App, available on these Play Store and Apple App Store.
     
Kiosks operate 24 hours/day

Free parking lots are at the Train Station and 2 Blue Lane Road on Rt 127.  
During the winter, meters and kiosk parking is free.  All seasons, on-street parking outside of the meter and kiosk areas are free.
 
Welcome!  We hope you will stay with iTrip North Shore.  We would be delighted to be host your visit! iTrip North Shore strives to provide excellent service and assistance. 

Guests are expected to honor our House Rules to be Good Neighbors and Respectful Visitors.  
Good Neighbors honor the right of Broom & Board’s neighbors to peacefully enjoy their homes. iTrip North Shore's guests will:
  1. Respect Quiet Hours: Quiet Hours are dictated by local rules and ordinances.  Unless specified otherwise, quiet hours are between 10PM and 8AM. 
  2. Not Host Events or Parties: without express written approval from iTrip North Shore, do not host any parties or events. 
  3. Follow the Law: do not do anything illegal.
  4. Respect Boundaries: Do not encroach into the neighbors’ space, including but not limited to yards, gardens, decks, patios, and parking spaces.  Do not use neighbors’ amenities or take neighbor’s property, such as: furniture, grills, pools, spas, etc.
  5. Follow Parking Instructions: Please follow all parking instructions and only use those spaces allotted to Broom & Board.
Respectful Visitors: remember you are renting a private home; iTrip North Shore guests will treat Broom & Board with the same or more respect that they would like shown to their belongings:
  1. Prudent Use: instructions on how to use appliances and amenities are provided.  Please use all items for their intended purpose and per instructions.  Please contact iTrip Vacations North Shore Massachusetts if you have any questions.
  2. Be Neat and Caring: please do pick up after yourselves; put trash and recycling in proper bins, do the dishes, use coasters, and leave the furniture where it belongs. 
  3. Park in Designated Areas: Please do park in driveways, parking pads and garages.  Please do not park on lawns or in gardens.
  4. Do Not Smoke or Vape: smoking or vaping of anything: cigarettes, pipes, cigars, or marijuana, requires special remediation to remove the aroma.
  5. Do Not Tamper with Safety Sensors: iTrip North Shore homes come equipped with a variety of safety sensors, such as: exterior cameras, noise monitoring, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and more.  Respectful guests do not tamper with the owner's safety sensors.
  6. Be Careful: where there are wet area amenities such as waterfronts, docks, pools, or hot tubs, please take care to secure the areas and take appropriate precautions.
  7. Return Keys/Passes/Remotes: please return items as described in Check-out instructions.   
Please know that violating House Rules is grounds for terminating our agreement.
Please enjoy this lovely home with respect for the home and the neighborhood.
Enjoy your stay!
Minimum age for guests booking our properties is 25.
Salem hosts their Haunted Happenings Festival throughout the month of October.   Please visit Haunted Happenings sites for information about events and activities.

 

 

Reviews

Salem birthday Trip
4/5 stars
Though the accommodations were acceptable for what we needed, I do have a few suggestions. I booked the Broom and Broad for 10 people. There were zero cleaning supplies at the unit. There were 4 total rolls of toilet paper for 10 people for 4 days/ 3 nights. The internet was not working for anyone in my party. We had zero service all weekend. The unit below was moving out so there was a moving truck before 7 am at the location which woke us all on Saturday morning. The bottom door was consistently left open and unlocked from the bottom unit, after my party repeatedly shut and locked the door. Instructions said to take garbage out and leave in trash cans to go out Tuesday. Trash went out Monday morning and was already full before we tried to leave our trash.
- Ashley

Hi Ashley, We truly appreciate all of your feedback as it helps us to strive to give every guest a wonderful, stress free experience. With our starter packs, we always provide a few rolls of toilet paper and paper towels to help get your trip started off right, and are always more than welcome to pick up more if needed. We always strive to be just a phone call or text away and aim to help with any issues that our guests may be having(Like the wifi for example). This home has a breathtaking kitchen, a beautiful space to go and make fantastic meals or even bake something yummy for your friends and loved ones. Being in the heart of Salem, it makes for the perfect home base when you want to experience all of the spooktacular things the city of Witches has to offer! We truly hope to see you again soon!

- Manager Response
October Experience
5/5 stars
House is just as described. Enough space for everyone that went. Walking distance from everything. Easy to get to train to take into Boston.
- Rosa

Hi Rosa, We are elated to hear how much you enjoyed your stay with us at Broom & Board, we also love how wonderfully spacious the property is as well. We hope you had fun getting explore everything that Salem has to offer. We truly hope to see you again soon!

- Manager Response
PERFECT
5/5 stars
We had a group of 10 and this perfectly laid out house accommodated us all with ease. The home was clean and had everything we needed. It was an 8 minute walk to all the action and we’re hoping to come back to stay next year.
- Dianne

Hi Dianne, We are elated to hear how much you enjoyed your stay with us at Broom & Board. We love how cute the property is with plenty of space for guests to enjoy. Didn't you love being so close to the heart of Salem? We also love how beautiful and open the kitchen is, a perfect space to make amazing meals. We truly hope to see you again soon!

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Salem - Quiet location
5/5 stars
Easily accommodated our party of 8. Spacious and within 15 min walk of downtown. Would recommend to others and stay on future visits.
- Timothy

Hi Timothy, We are so elated to hear how much you enjoyed your stay with us at Broom & Board. We also love how large and spacious the property is, the perfect space to stay when you just want to get away with your friends or family. Didn't you love being so close to all the historic places that Salem has to offer? We truly hope to see you again soon!

- Manager Response
Vary nice place
5/5 stars
Was a nice place to stay. Was a 15min walk to get to the center of salem. Had every thing we need with a little extra in the bathroom supplies. Had no problem at all with getting in. Would stay again.
- Andrew

Hi Andrew, Thank you for your feedback, we are proud to hear how much you enjoyed your stay with us at Broom & Board. We also love how close the property is to the heart of Salem, a perfect place to stay if you're looking to experience a spooky time, any time of the year! Didn't you love how open and spacious the kitchen was? A perfect space to make gourmet meals for yourself and those you are with. We hope to see you again real soon!

- Manager Response
Great location
4/5 stars
We stayed at Broom and Board with my son and his family. Rental was great for mixed group as they were able to stay on third level which had 2 bedrooms, a family room/ sleeping area and we had a bedroom on 2nd floor. The location is in walking distance to Salem Center, attractions and the train station. We took the train to Boston for a few day trips( very quick and inexpensive) and only needed a car to get groceries and to go to the beach. The place itself is not appropriate for anyone with ambulatory issues as it has 2 stairways that are steep, narrow and winding. The kitchen, while not what I would call gourmet, was well stocked with spices and essentials. The place is worn, needs paint and updated furnishings ( the couch was on 3rd floor in same room as a bed) but the beds were comfortable and linens were nice. The neighborhood is quiet and we were comfortable walking to and from Salem Center and restaurants. If you are looking for upscale accommodations, this is not for you but the location and the excellent service from the rental company make this a good choice for families visiting Sakem.
- JoAnne

Hi JoAnne, We are elated to hear how much you enjoyed your stay with us and truly appreciate all of the feedback. The property is equipped with all that our guests could need from updated kitchen furnishings, to plenty of things needed to cook with. We also love how the owners have such a retro motif and how they carefully picked out certain things to provide that retro vibe for the home. Didn't you love how close you were to many of the historic sights Salem has to offer? A perfect place to stay at when one wants to immerse themselves into the history of Salem Massachusetts. We truly hope we get to see you again soon!

- Manager Response
Great stay!!
5/5 stars
We loved our stay at Broom and board! Super cozy and plenty of space for our large group! Thank you!!
- Siobhan
in the center of it all
5/5 stars
This was a great location very close to downtown Salem. We walked or biked everywhere. We were a 3 generation family of 9 and the bedroom configuration was perfect. The upstairs was like a separate apartment. There were many renovations and the kitchen had new appliances and lots of working space. However if you intend to cook and eat in often, you might want to consider paper plates. There was barely enough dishes for our group and we had to run the dishwasher after every meal, only one dish towel and no can opener. That aside, we would highly recommend this accommodation for a family or group visiting Salem.
- Michelle
Great house
5/5 stars
Great house for a family gathering. Nice accommodations. It just needed better pillows and more than one pillow per person.
- Maria
Beautiful and Spacious
5/5 stars
Close to everything, well appointed, adorably decorated, comfortable and spacious! This place had everything we needed and was very clean! We will definitely be back!
- Karen
Comfortable and convenient
5/5 stars
The house was spacious and had several different areas for people to hang out separately doing different things and then come together. Well kept and quiet. Convenient to town and beach.
- Naomi
The perfect cozy space in Witch City!
5/5 stars
My retreat group and I just loved Broom & Board! It was perfect for the 9 of us and we had plenty of space. The staff was incredibly accommodating and helpful and the 15 min walk to the center of town was so lovely and simple. Would definitely go back and use this house again.
- Alyssa
Wonderful accommodations in a great location!
5/5 stars
This home was perfect for our family (6 people between the ages of 18-57 years old.) We all had our own space plus great common areas for everyone to have family time together! Great location within walking distance to downtime. Comfortable beds and everything was very clean, we loved it!
- Patricia
Convenient, Comfy, and Beautiful!
5/5 stars
First off, let me say, these were the most comfortable beds I have EVER slept in! Now, the outside of the house is not much to look at but once you open the doors, the whole house was beautiful, comfortable, and chic! When you book you have access to the second and third floors of the building, which was nice because we felt it really distanced us from the neighbors below. We loved that there was a second living room upstairs on the third floor! There was plenty of street parking and the house is conveniently located near downtown Salem. The Salem Witch Museum is only an 8 minute walk away, and the rest of the town is about 12- 15 minutes. We loved everything about this place and would book it again the next time we are in Salem.
- Samantha
Fabulous time!!
5/5 stars
Great place to stay. Ideal location. Would definitely return.
- Tara
Fee Fo Review
4/5 stars
The house was lovely with four bedrooms and two full baths, hard to find in a location within walking distance of a quaint downtown and public transportation. The loft area with the smart tv and comfy couch set up was perfect for lounging. Kitchen equipped with everything needed to eat in!I would suggest that more rolls of toilet paper, and paper towels (2 of each that were already opened for previous use just wasnt enough for 5 days, 7 people.and boxed bathroom soap and at least one dishwasher tablet for every day you are there.be included. Just inconvenient when you run out of these. Also there was no broom or vacuum on premise so I wound up havingto get one of both. These suggestions are an easy fix that would make this a 5 Star review.
- Christine
Fabulous stay
5/5 stars
My girlfriends and I stayed at the Broom and Board for the long weekend. House was wonderful, beds were super comfortable, kitchen had everything we needed. Location was fastasic and was on easy walk with downtown and restaurants. Would definitely recommend this house.
- Kate
Amazing!
5/5 stars
Amazing home and amazing time!
- Roberta
Fee Fo Review
5/5 stars
Liann is a gracious host. Her home was fully stocked with everything making the experience very convenient. Clean fresh sheets and towels. The kitchen is beautiful and is fully stocked with coffee, complimentary cookies and wine and bottled water. All we needed to do was buy cream for the coffee. I would highly recommend this house!!
- Christine

Thanks Christine! We really enjoyed hosting your visit.

- Manager Response

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