Friendship House: Historic Residence

A Warm Welcome awaits you at Friendship House - a beautifully restored historic residence in the heart of Salem. Go up the stairs, and enter through the grand foyer, you are greeted by an inviting layout that cherishes original architectural craftsmanship while celebrating modern luxury.

Step into the expansive main living level featuring an open-concept flow between the broad entryway, formal living area, and dining room. The living room sports steel-blue walls, an ornate patterned feature wall, and soft ambient sconce lighting—perfect for cozy game nights around the glass coffee table.

The chef will love the gourmet kitchen featuring high-end stainless steel appliances, a 4-door French-door fridge, gas range island, dishwasher, navy cabinetry, and marble island bar seating overlooking the prep area. 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 - white beadboard wainscoting, industrial cage pendant lights, and classic millwork - welcome to a designer`s kitchen.

The main level also hosts a formal dining room complete with a decorative white fireplace mantel, oval mirror, blue-and-white damask wallpaper, a centerpiece brass chandelier, and a built-in china display cabinet.

Ascend the original wooden staircase to discover the serene sleeping quarters and luxurious full bathrooms.

The primary suite features rich terracotta walls, white crown molding, vintage-style sconces, and generous dresser storage. Additional guest rooms offer unique aesthetic touches, including classic floral wallpaper, warm hardwood floors, and dark botanical wall coverings with deep forest-green accents.

An extra highlight! Step into our dedicated atmospheric Seance Room—an immersive, private lounge with dramatic purple lighting, antique furnishings, candle sconces, and a crystal ball centerpiece for an unforgettable evening.

As you can see Friendship House is gorgeously appointed; yet, its location is even more spectacular. At Friendship House, 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. Friendship House 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 Friendship House.

Friendship House Amenities:

Primary Bedroom

- Queen bed setup between vintage-style sconces
- Double dresser with large vanity mirror
* Deep closet storage

Floral Guest Bedroom

- Queen bed with classic slatted headboard
- Matching bedside tables with lamps
- Hardwood flooring with patterned rug

Botanical Guest Bedroom

- Comfortably upholstered Queen bed setup
- Bedside tables with detailed metal lamps
- Forest-green trim and door details

Seance Room Lounge

- Themed gathering table with surround seating
- Crystal ball centerpiece and candle sconces
- Mood lighting ambiance

2 Large Bathrooms

- One bathroom features a classic clawfoot tub with shower ring, pedestal sink, and floral wallpaper.
- One bathroom features a statement red clawfoot tub, modern black-and-white patterned tile flooring, pedestal sink, and wainscoting.

Highlights:

- Gourmet kitchen with 4-door French-door fridge, gas range island, dishwasher, marble countertops & more!
- Open-concept Living & Formal Dining room with decorative fireplace & chandelier.
- Immersive private Seance Room lounge experience.
- Historic hardwood floors and architectural millwork throughout.
- Covered front porch, upper balcony, and landscaped garden pathways.
- WIFI
- Off street parking
- 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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Warm Welcome - where rentals feel like home
- A Warm Welcome with starter supplies: paper towels, dish detergent, hand soap, body wash, shampoo, & toilet paper.
- A Warm Welcome with beds fully made with freshly laundered linens.
- A Warm Welcome with a set of towels for each registered guest.
- A Warm Welcome with a special gift.

Please help us be good neighbors:
- Smoking of any kind or anything is strictly prohibited.
- NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME.
Smoking or hosting events will be cause for immediate eviction with no refund. Please be aware that you will be held liable for damages caused by smoking or events.

Please be respectful of the owner`s home and considerate of the neighbors.
House Rules simply ask you to be Good Neighbors and Respectful Visitors.
Good Neighbors honor the right of the property’s neighbors to peacefully enjoy their homes. 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 your Warm Welcome host, 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 this accommodation.

Respectful Visitors: remember you are renting a private home; please treat the home with respect:
1) Prudent Use: instructions on how to use appliances and amenities are provided. Please use all items for their intended purpose. Please contact your Warm Welcome host if you have any questions.
2) Use of Wi-Fi & Internet: guests agree to use the network for legal purposes only.
3) 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 in place.
4) Park in Designated Areas: Please do park in driveways, parking areas, and garages. Please do not park on lawns or in gardens.
5) Do Not Smoke or Vape: smoking or vaping of anything: cigarettes, pipes, cigars, or marijuana, requires special costly remediation to remove the aroma – please help us to help you avoid this cost.
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.

Violating any Good Neighbor or Respectful Visitor policies is grounds to end your stay, immediately without refund.