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Vacation Rentals

Massachusetts Vacation Rentals

Newburyport. Spacious, comfortable 1789 farmhouse. Heirloom-furnished, modern conveniences. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Brochure: 617-267-8565.

Buzzard’s Bay. Spacious 7-bedroom, 4.5-bath, oceanfront home on five acres. Private beach and dock, tennis. $5,600/week. 415-922-3070, geraldinamaol [dot] com.

Cape Cod, Eastham. Charming 3 bedroom home on 3 private acres in National Seashore. Walk to beautiful Coast Guard beach. $2000/wk, $1600 June & September. 212-683-2273.

NANTUCKET, charming cottage in Wauwinet. Ideal for family. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Private path to ocean beach. Available most weeks June-October. Call LIZ FINLAY, Realtor, 508-228-0890.

Nantucket, ’Sconset. House sleeps seven within sound of sea. 978-263-4658. rj [dot] clawsonverizon [dot] net.

Nantucket Getaway. 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in heart of downtown. Available July, Aug 2009. Weekly or discounted monthly rental. Air conditioned, hi-speed internet, walk to restaurants, beaches, fun. pamlassiterconsulting [dot] com.

Martha’s Vineyard: Perfect four bedroom house on 3 acres, magical three minute walk to private part of Lambert’s Cove Beach. fallingmeadowgmail [dot] com or call 410-576-0685.

Martha’s Vineyard Rental. Private waterfront home, striking views inner and outer harbor, sleeps 8-10. Grassy lawn, deck and private beach. 5 minute walk Vineyard Haven and ferry. Tennis court, sunfish and kayak. Available Fall-Winter-Summer. gpifilmsgpifilms [dot] com. $5000/week.

Martha’s Vineyard. West Tisbury. Waterfront, quality, spacious, 3.5 bedroom, 2.5 bath contemporary and 2 bedroom, 1 bath guesthouse. On Seth’s Pond, boating, swimming, fishing, walk to ocean, no pets. $4000-$4200 a week. Off season rates. Pictures available. 617-965-2662, actionmaxaol [dot] com.

MARTHA’S VINEYARD. Idiosyncratic, charming, comfortable, fully equipped summer home on Lagoon beachfront overlooking Vineyard Haven harbor, a spectacular site. 3 bedrooms (one a sky-light loft), 1 1/2 baths plus outdoor shower, laundry. Mooring for small boat. Photographs available. $2,250 per week. Jane Reed, 617-491-0773, janereed100comcast [dot] net.

Martha’s Vineyard Waterfront. Edgartown/Oak Bluffs. Private Community. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, all appliances/amenities. Wireless Internet. Tennis courts. Available starting August 29th. Weekly rental varies from $3,000 to $2,000 depending on dates. 304-296-4744. wvusophiaaol [dot] com.

Manchester-by-the-Sea. Ocean view, private path to Singing Beach, 8 min. walk to village and RR Station. Historic Booth Cottage, 4 bedrooms 3 1/2 baths. $7,800/mo., $2,600/wk, lower rates off season. 978-526-1935.

Truro. Year-round peace and quiet. Book-filled studio cottage with loft in painter’s gardens, 1/4 mile to bay beach. Heat. Linens. $525-$625/week. 508-349-3864.

Vintage Cape Cod house in Truro, Mass, nestled on historic Hopper dune with spectacular bay view, 3 minute walk to sea. Rental for: June and July 2009. See my blog: http://foxyyj.blogspot.com and contact me: Joan Fox 513-333-0384, foxyjfuse [dot] net.

Maine Vacation Rentals

Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor area. Private, fully furnished, 3-4 bedroom home. Near ocean, lakes, hiking trails. Available by week/month, year-round. $500-$1,100/week. No pets. www.brintonwood.com/acadia, 203-393-3608.

The Lobster House. Vinalhaven Island–Mid-Coast Maine–accessible by car ferry from Rocklanddirect harbor front in village. Bring those kayaks. Authentic Maine experience at its best. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, linens, washer, dryer, dishwasher, large kitchen, phone. $1550 per week. Monthly by chance; tnnelsonaol [dot] com or call 305-444-2565.

Mt. Desert Island: Secluded getaway on 15 waterfront acres on island’s “quiet side,” moments from Acadia National Park. Two comfortable houses (one sleeps 8+, one 7) owned by multi-generational Harvard family can be rented together or separately. Both have fireplaces, all appliances, w/d, dock/beach access, internet, and harbor views. www.prettymarshrental.com or 202-364-3946.

Diamond Cove, Cundy’s Harbor: 1840’s farmhouse. Enjoy the quiet. Swim. Read. 4 bdrm. $1300/wk. farmhouseinmaineaol [dot] com. (Photo below)

Near Blue Hill, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, with outside showers and separate guest house. 40 feet from ocean. Private beach with beautiful sunsets. $1750/$2500 a week. 301-654-7145. louvetjhu [dot] edu.

Vermont Vacation Rentals

South Woodstock, Vermont–Exceptional country luxury homes available for your Vermont getaway. www.birchhillaccommodations.com. 802-457-4806 #2.

Green Mountains–southern Vermont: Affordable Bed & Breakfast for outdoor enthusiasts. Academic discount. www.stoneboatfarm.com

MOUNT MANSFIELD VIEWS. STOWE, VT. Huge family home with exceptional mountain views. Sleeps 10 easily, 5 fireplaces and 7 person Jacuzzi. Close to Alpine, Nordic and Snowshoe trails. Available by week, month or season. Contact roguetrader7yahoo [dot] com.

Woodstock Village. Victorian brick house, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, gardens, quiet, walking distance from everything. Available July-August for $7,000. 802-457-4627 or ahudnutcaol [dot] com.

New York Vacation Rentals

Westhampton Beach–My ideal beach house. Comfortable. Charming. Sweeping sunset-over-water view. On Moriches Bay, five minute walk to ocean. Friendly neighborhood. 2 bedroom/2 bath. Office. Outdoor shower. Hot tub. Kayak. New kitchen. Working fireplace. Made for happy times. Available June-August. jonesalexaol [dot] com. (Photo below)

Rhode Island Vacation Rentals

Family Seaside Vacation. Grand historic 12,000 sq.ft. National Register home on 35-acre estate overlooking Narragansett Bay. Beautifully restored, sleeps 18, 11 bedrooms, 7 1/2 baths, private beach and tennis court. Near Newport. Summer weekly rental. 203-259-2916 or stokesfamaol [dot] com.

Florida Vacation Rentals

St. Augustine FL Classic beach cottages for sale and for rent, week, month or season, pet-friendly, family friendly, pools, services, DSL. www.beach-cottages.com. winbeach-cottages [dot] com. 1-888-963-8272.

South Beach–2 Bedroom Oceanfront Townhouse. Pool. Sleeps 4-6. Brochure at www.annebement.com/condobrochure.pdf. Rhbementsbcglobal [dot] net.

Florida Vacation Rentals. Luxury Pool Homes for Rent by Owner. See www.villas2000.com.

Sanibel & Captiva. Unique 1-8 bedroom cottages, condominiums, homes, & estates. Perfect for weddings and reunions.
1-800-472-5385, www.Cottages-to-Castles.com.

Sanibel, FL. One condo on gulf, second condo with gulf view. Steps from beach and pool, 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Sleeps 6. 781-862-1256, 800-950-1138.

Sanibel Island, Florida. Newly remodeled & furnished. Luxury beachfront full-floor penthouse condo, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private garage, roof deck, cabana. Only 3 units in elevator building. Pool, tennis. Florida’s best beach, wildlife refuge. Alumni-owned. Royal Shell Vacations 800-656-9111, web www.royalshell.com; e-mail rsvprsvpsanibel [dot] com.

Hawaii Vacation Rentals

Mauna Kea Resort, Big Island. Lovely, private 4-bedroom, 3 bathroom home. Beautiful ocean & sunset views, private pool & resort amenities. Tim 510-604-4381 or timtphconsulting [dot] com. www.peacefulhouse.com.

Hawaii, Oahu. Beachfront on beautiful sandy Waimanalo Beach. All amenities. Reservations: sherrybrodersherrybroder [dot] com. Visit Hawaiiansunrise.com.

Other U.S. Vacation Rentals

A Peaceful House for Creative People. Wallonia, Kentucky, outside of the box. Information: www.iotawestenburg.com.

Carmel, CA. Charming spacious home. Great location south of Ocean Avenue. Walk to town and beach. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. 650-854-7000, jslewislewiscapital [dot] com.

Carmel-by-the-Sea. House with commanding Pacific view, distinctive contemporary furnishings, original artwork, gourmet kitchen, sleeps 10. Vacation/entertain where the lodging matches the Carmel/Monterey area’s natural beauty. 408-374-4108, shb959-carmelyahoo [dot] com.

Sun Valley, ID. Spectacular mountain view home at base of Bald Mt. in Warm Springs area of Ketchum. Swimming pool, tennis court, hot tub. Short walk to lifts in winter. Valley bike path steps away. Five minute drive to town. Seven bedrooms sleeping two each with full bathrooms. 650-854-7000, jslewislewiscapital [dot] com.

Scottsdale, AZ. The Boulders Resort and Golden Door Spa; patio home is on the 10th green of the Boulders south course with fabulous sunset views of Black mountain and the famous Boulders formation. Well decorated and beautifully appointed with southwest art; two master suites, den, three baths. $2500 a week, 2 week minimum. Monthly or seasonal rental preferred. Bldrsretreatgmail [dot] com or 770-335-4383.

Mexico Vacation Rentals

Akumal, Mexico. House on a beautiful lagoon where it enters the Caribbean, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, servants. Swim, snorkel, dive in warm, turquoise seas. Mayan sites nearby. For information, photos, lhmsympatico [dot] ca, 905-839-9706.

Caribbean Vacation Rentals

Abaco, Bahamas. 88+ Beach Houses. Historic Fishing Village Out Islands. Boating. Sailing. Snorkeling. Bonefishing. 242-366-0224 www.HopeTown.com. (Photo below)

Harbour Island, Bahamas. Brand new, luxurious, eco-designed, solar powered, 4/5 bedroom cottage on chic Harbour Island, Bahamas. House is located in the heart of Dunmore Town, with two decks, facing west, overlooking the harbor and sunsets. Outdoor dining room & large garden with tropical foliage. Professionally decorated, integrated A/V system, air conditioning and designer finishes throughout. Price is $4,400 per week. 202-436-1492. (Photo below)

US Virgin Islands, St. John.“Grandparents Stay Free!” Pool, jacuzzi, tennis, views, beaches. www.GreatExpectationsUSVI.com, 1-800-553-0109.

Bahamas, Eleuthera. Beachfront villa or apartment. 301-320-2809. http://heronhill.net.

Tortola, BVI: Three-bedroom house 60 feet above Long Bay Beach. Ewinghousegmail [dot] com or 646-526-7111. www.ewinghouse.com.

Jamaica. Montego Bay. Luxurious 5-bedroom/bath beachfront villa at Silver Sands Resort. Gorgeous beach. Snorkeling, tennis, fishing, sightseeing. Van/driver. $240-$428/per night, includes cook and maid. 860-233-6821; jamahomehotmail [dot] com; www.jamahome.com.

Nevis. Two secluded, two-bedroom houses. Rent separately or together. Monkeys galore. Beautiful garden and view. Call
617-868-5545.

ST JOHN, USVI–2.2 acre luxury estate. 3 BR, 12’x40’ pool, spectacular views. Convenient to beaches, town. 340-776-6805; www.estaterose.com.
(Photo below)

USVI, St. John: A beautiful hillside villa, Palladio’s View. Distinctive tropical design. Three bedrooms, 2 baths with private outdoor showers. Pool, spa, all amenities. Superb down-island views to BVI. Minutes to national park beaches. 610-544-8283. www.palladiosview.com.

St. John, USVI: Lovely five bedroom, five bath villa “Debolina” with spectacular views, pool, beautiful gardens, wireless internet, and all amenities. Contact 888-742-0357 or www.windspree.com/homes/debolina. (Photo below)

France Vacation Rentals

France, Paris Finely furnished flats, “Old World” charm, historic center. Contact: Porter (011) 33.6.11.30.53.57. www.ILoveParisApartments.com.

Paris & Bordeaux Wine Country: 2 bedroom Paris apartment in New Left Bank near Bibliothèque Nationale. www.relaxinfranceonline.com/ile/75001.htm. Restored spacious stone farmhouse with pool N.E. of Bordeaux. www.relaxinfranceonline.com/poitou/17010.htm. 603-924-9535, glnwardgmail [dot] com.

France, Provence–Charming hilltop village of Venasque near Avignon. Restored medieval house with apartments owned by H ’65 alumnus. Rooftop terraces, sensational views. $485-$1,125 per week period. Website: www.chezkubik.com. Padraic Spence,
413-298-4843.

Paris Sabbatical? Elegant, sunny one-bedroom apartment 16th, 750 square feet, 6th floor, elevator, near shops, metro. Well appointed, beautifully equipped for long stay. $1150/wk. 941-363-0925.

Provence. Delightful five bedrooms. Pool, vineyard. Tuesday market. Faces Roman theater. 860-672-6607, www.frenchfarmhouse.com.

Paris and London. Vacation rentals with a friendly difference! www.rentals.chsparis.com.

Paris: Marais Bastille. Enchanting one bedroom, newly renovated apartment on quiet cobblestone passage. Fantastic location. Top floor with skylights. Sleeps 2-4. Photos and information: www.parisbastilleapt.com, 415-282-3648.

Paris St. Germain, gracious 1 bedroom apartment in 17th c. building on rue Bonaparte Û1000 week sallyforthaparisgmail [dot] com.

Paris, Montmartre: Elegant apartment, beautifully decorated, all modern amenities, quiet park setting. Near shops, restaurants, metros, sleeps 3. See: http://members.tripod.com/paris_apartment/

PARIS. Modern 1 BR apartment. Historic neighborhood alive with cafés, shops, open markets. Walk to Louvre, Pompidou Centre, Seine River, Metros. $1500-$1750/week. Airport pickup. Contact: parisisaffordablegmail [dot] com.

Paris Apartment: Sunny one bedroom with 2 large French windows overlooking quiet street in 1st arrondissement. Extra sleeping loft. Sleeps 4+. Beamed ceilings. Antiques. Newly renovated. Queen-size bed. Just 5 minutes from the Louvre, Musée d’ Orsay and Opéra Garnier. $300/night. mksassoccomcast [dot] net, 612-374-3703

Loire Valley. France Loire Valley: 16th century country château. 7 bedrooms. Large pool, terrace, landscaped gardens overlooking a private lake. 200 acres of secluded grounds. One hour TGV train from Paris. Visit www.lachauviniere.com. (Photo below)

Côte D’Azur, Nice, Grasse. Lovely townhouse, medieval village Gorges du Loup, breathtaking views, 2 bedroom, 2 bath. $1150/wk; 941-363-0925.

Aix-en-Provence, Cours Mirabeau, heart of town. Well appointed, 2-bedroom apartment, remarkably quiet, steps to shops & restaurants, garage. Perfect for exploring Provence. $1150/week: 941-363-0925.

Paris/Le Marais: One bedroom & studio luxury apartments, fully restored and elegantly furnished with modern conveniences throughout. See www.bienvenueaparis.com for photos and details. 919-928-9936.

Provence: Stunning updated farmhouse, magnificent Mediterranean/mountain views. Antiques. Lovely kitchen, gardens, pool. 609-924-7520. gam1comcast [dot] net.

Paris, Harvard grads’ apartment, renovated, fully equipped, sleeps 4, wireless, balconies, Eiffel Tower views, brian [dot] thompsonumb [dot] edu.

Burgundy, France. Luxurious 18th-century village house, part of historic château in Burgundian countryside. Ideal for biking, hiking, visiting vineyards and historic sites. Available year round.
802-453-7855, www.franceburgundycottage.com

Paris, St. Germain. Lovely studio apartment on rue Jacob. www.lefanion.com/paris.html, telephone: 212-463-8760.

France Languedoc. Stunning views from rooftop terrace of charming house in medieval village in heart of the Faugères AOC. Vineyards, beaches, hiking. Near Montpellier, Barcelona. Sleeps six. www.caussi.com or 212-595-8007.

Paris, Provence & Tuscany–Haven in Paris: Luxury Vacation Apartment & Villa Rentals. Central Paris, Panoramic Views, Balconies, Private Gardens, Internet Connection in all apartments, Computers in most. Luxury Concierge Services. All properties personally chosen & visited by Haven in Paris staff. 617-395-4243; www.haveninparis.com; e-mail: infohaveninparis [dot] com

France, Paris–Marais. Exquisite, sunny, quiet one bedroom apartment behind Place des Vosges. King size bed, full kitchen, washer, dryer. $1250 weekly. 301-654-7145, maxgwu [dot] edu.

Normandy. Restored pressoir on sixteen tranquil hilltop acres. Five bedrooms, 3 baths, pool. 1.75 hours from Paris. Photos at www.chateautivoli.com; Available June-October; $2,700/week or $7,500/month. 415-922- 3070, geraldinamaol [dot] com.

Paris. Luxurious, sun-filled, large, belle époque, Left Bank apartment across from Notre Dame. Lovely details, unique recent renovation, fully equipped. Sleeps 5. Minimum week, $3,800. Call 617-491-0006.

Paris, Stunning. Left Bank, A/C, no fees. Recommended Rick Steves, Travel + Leisure. www.ParisPerfect.com. 415-287-3397.

Paris–Marais. Renovated 17th century, tri-level, top-floor, courtyard apartment. Central, quiet, good light, exposed beams, hardwood floors, fireplace, modern kitchen/bath. Sleeps 2-4. Nonsmokers. Week/Month. 206-723-6538; www.acrossthewater.net.

Italy Vacation Rentals

Umbria. Exquisite two-bedroom, two-bath apartment, Centro Storico, Todi. www.vicoloetrusco.com.

Tuscany and Calabria. Two uniquely beautiful villas directly by owner. Please visit: www.havenlink.com. E-mail: adoutoftimearchitecture [dot] com.

VENICE. “Life in Venice” in your own 300-year-old palazzetto with a garden. Architect-restored, second floor with views of a friendly Venetian neighborhood. Two bedrooms, two exquisite baths, great kitchen, all conveniences. Maid service. Monthly rates available. $1,850/week. 415-387-4033.

TUSCAN HILLS. Architect owned 17th-century home in olive grove overlooking Lucca. 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, breathtaking views, pool. English speaking staff. 781-639-4040, infohomebaseabroad [dot] com.

Florence, Italy– Meticulously restored, perfectly located 1 bedroom apartment in the historic center of Florence. Fully equipped, A/C. Available weekly, monthly or semester. Photos on request. E-mail: aschreibdmdaol [dot] com.

Rome: Large, stylish, renovated apartment. Living room, two generous double bedrooms, two baths, kitchen/breakfast room. Central location near St. John Lateran. $850 weekly. Yale ’63. www.casacleme.com. 212-867-0489. Lm603columbia [dot] edu.

Emilia-Romagna. Exquisite 19th century home, Luigi Illica’s birthplace (Puccini’s lyricist), just refurbished to high standard, medieval town, beautiful views, sleeps up to 12 or can be divided into 2 apartments. Jacuzzi in garden. www.casaillica.com.

European Vacation Rentals

London, superior apartments, vacation or long-term rentals, accommodating 3-8, www.consortestates.com.
+44 1923 257 535.

Olive and Stone offers boutique home rentals on the Greek islands of Hydra and Paros. Luxurious homes, remarkable views, great service. www.oliveandstone.com.

Kent, England: Historic 12th Century Home near Canterbury, seaside village. Weekly. Sleeps five+. osbornejohnmsn [dot] com.

Other Foreign Vacation Rentals

Bali Retreat: Perfect family, group rejuvenation. Fully staffed 7 villas. Luxe Guide recommends. www.villawaru.com.

Costa Rica Luxury Rentals. Private villas and posh condominiums for discerning travelers on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Coast. www.meadbrown.com.

Costa Rica: Beachfront 3-bedroom house, central Pacific coast, Harvard alumni owned. kevindiamondteak [dot] com, 215-262-1651.

Costa Rica. Stunning 3 bedroom, 3 bath, luxury beach front villa next to National Park. From $3900 weekly. Discoverybeachouse.comevegal22gmail [dot] com.