We had a great time. The place was lovely and very big. Beach across the street was fantastic and not crowded at all. Manager came right over to fix a little problem with a bathroom sink. Lots of A/C units and we enjoyed the front porch a lot. We could have lived without the ant problem in the kitchen.

Another great family Holiday gathering at Idlewild. Property always clean and an easy, short walk to the beach if weather co-operates.

House was perfectly located across from the beach - large enough for entire family - could use some TLC on porches - great time!

Nice older home with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. The front porch and many of the bedrooms have a beautiful view of the water. We spent most of our time on the front porch and at the small but uncrowded beach across the quiet street and down the stairs. The owner is very responsive. When we had a small issue with small ants in the kitchen ( not unusual for beach locations in the summer), the owner responded very quickly and had someone out there the same day and it was no longer an issue for the remainder of the day. As an older home, it could use some paint touch ups and some of the doors stuck a little when closed but that is to be expected for a house of its age near the water. The only big con was that there was not air conditioning in a few of the bedrooms or the kitchen and dining area. There was not a lot of ventilation in the kitchen and dining area so it became very hot in there when the kitchen was being used. Overall, it was a great place with a responsive owner and plenty of space in a beautiful spot by the water!

Our large family stayed at Idlewild for a reunion. Everyone commented on how lovely the house was. There was plenty of space for everyone. The young people enjoyed the beach, and those who couldn’t manage the stairs enjoyed the benches that overlook the coast. It was the perfect location for visiting Plymouth and enjoying quiet time together.

Very pleased with Idlewild. Had a family of 20, all ages and was terrific. Easy set up, check in and check out. Look forward to our next stay there.

Thank you for sharing this very historic house with us. We are a family of 25 (ages 6 months to late sixties) and had the best reunion ever—so many bedrooms and bathrooms and spaces to be! We just loved congregating on that porch for long conversations, snacks and looking at that million dollar view. The view from all the rooms with front windows is majestic and soothing and the sunrises are nature at its best. The stairs down the bluff to the water were in good shape and we all got some good exercise walking up and down! After a hot summer, the seaweed in the bay was a bit challenging but that’s nature. The neighborhood is beautiful and charming too and we met some friendly neighbors. The side yard is very spacious and the twenty and thirty-something cousins enjoyed putting together an “Olympics” that were enjoyed by participants and spectators alike. We loved the short drive to Plymouth Rock and the Mayflower and the short walk to two excellent coffee shops. If you are looking for modern and upscale then this is not the place for you, but if you want pure New England in a place where you can FEEL it’s history, then you will leave delighted and glad you stayed.

Perfect spot for a retreat at the beach. The location is amazing. Incredible views. Short walk to the beach. Great host. Our large group had plenty of room to gather when needed but everyone also had their own spaces for time alone. Kitchen well stocked with all the necessities for meals together. Children had a blast. Plenty of games and toys and yard space. We loved our time here!