A truly magical place to make memories

Rent the entire estate! Experience a special stay at The Whalehouse, a magnificent historic mansion built in 1855 and former home of Herman Melville’s sister, Catherine. You’ll have access to both the Main House (the formal side of the estate) and the Guest Suite (the former servant’s quarters) – 5000sqft of antique character to relax and enjoy with family or friends. Minutes to downtown, the New Bedford Whaling Museum, ferries to Nantucket & Martha's Vineyard, Zeiterion Theatre, galleries & restaurants.

The Whalehouse easily accommodates 8 people with 4 bedrooms and 4.5 en suite baths, plus ample living space: two living rooms, billiard room, solarium, full kitchen plus kitchenette, dining room, solarium and more! Free off-street parking for 2 cars included. Minimum 2 night stay. Rates and booking through direct booking or Airbnb. See images and detailed amenities below!

The perfect place for wedding parties, exploring New England with family, or a fun weekend with friends to explore the Whaling City!

Guests who book directly save 15%, or book via Airbnb

 
 

  • Living areas

    • Large living room with lounging couch from Crate & Barrel

    • Samsung Frame TV with access to Hulu, Netflix and Disney+

    • Sun filled solarium

    Kitchen

    • Full Fridge

    • Luxe Bertazonni oven

    • Dishes, pots, pans, glassware, silverware

    Dining room

    • Large 9ft dining table that seats 8

    • Gorgeous hand painted stencil walls

    • Huge curved glass bay window

    Billiard room

    • Large antique 9.5ft pool table

    • Seating to relax

    Bedrooms

    • 3 bedrooms with queen beds

    • 1 bedroom with 2 twin beds

    • Crisp white linens

    • Lots of blankets and throws

    Bathrooms

    • 4.5 bathrooms

    • 3 full bathrooms upstairs

    • Powder room on first floor

    • Soft towels

    Extra amenities

    • High speed WiFi

    • Coffee maker, coffee and tea

    • Complimentary shampoo, conditioner, body wash from Public Goods

    Kitchenette

    • Mini Fridge

    • Hot-plate for cooking

    • Dishes, pots, pans, glassware, silverware

    • Dining area

    Extra living room

    • Gorgeous fold out sofa

    • Blankets and pillows for lounging

    • Bedroom

    • Queen sized bed

    • Crisp white linens

    • Lots of blankets and throws

    • Walk-in closet for luggage

    Close by!

    • Walking distance to Downtown New Bedford (5min)

    • Restaurants, galleries, shops, coffee (5min)

    • Ferry to Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, Cuttyhunk and islands (5min)

    • Beaches (10-20min)

    • Destinations in RI (25-30min)

    Character and charm galore!