Step Back Into History When You Stay At This 1680s Massachusetts Airbnb

If you have ever paid a visit to a historic village such as Old Sturbridge Village or the Plimoth Patuxet Museums, you can probably picture what it was like to live in New England back in the colonial days. But have you ever imagined what it is like to stay the night at an authentic historic property? If this experience is on your bucket list (it is absolutely on mine), a unique opportunity to live like it is 1680 awaits you at the William Haskell House in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

A stay at the William Haskell House is a true destination experience. While other historic properties have been renovated and modernized, the Haskell House has been delicately preserved and restored. This special home dates back to the 1680s and is one of the oldest houses in the area.

When you step into the Haskell home, you can’t help but be transported back to the 17th century. As you gaze at the exposed wooden beams, brick fireplaces, and plethora of antique furniture, you will definitely feel like you have traveled back to a time when the Haskell family resided here.

The North Ell room of the home is available for overnight stays. The room includes a comfortable queen-sized bed, a little seating area, and a private bathroom (with running water).

Guests also have access to the original kitchen, the parlor, and lean-to.

Imagine having your breakfast in this historic parlor!

And no need to worry about cooking dinner over an open flame. The home also has a shared modern kitchen and lounge area with an electric stove, dishwasher, coffee maker, and cooking utensils.

Other updated amenities include WiFi, a television, and heating/air conditioning.

A stay at the Haskell House also includes access to the outside patio and firepit. The home is set on over two acres of beautiful land surrounded by a saltwater marsh. Guests can enjoy scenic views, birdwatching, and a sense of serenity on this peaceful property.

Have you spent the night at the William Haskell House? Are there other historic rentals you would recommend staying at? Find out more about booking an unforgettable stay at the William Haskell House. Other historic Massachusetts rentals worth a visit include the 1693 Newcomb Tavern in Sandwich and Brooksong, a renovated 1866 schoolhouse in Dalton.