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Property grounds
TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Marina
Marina

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom520 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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New Bedford, MA
  • Place, New Bedford Whaling Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Zeiterion Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, New Bedford Art Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

New Bedford

This vacation home is a short stroll from Fairhaven Visitors Center & Historical Society Museum and New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal. The vacation home includes a microwave and a TV.
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What's nearby

  • New Bedford Whaling Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old Third District Courthouse - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Zeiterion Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • New Bedford Art Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 28 min drive
  • New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Play - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Black Whale - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pour Farm Tavern - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Last Round - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Drift Loft Houseboat

Stay aboard this charming houseboat with rooftop seating and the best harbor views, overlooking the historic New Bedford-Fairhaven Swing Bridge.

Minutes to beaches, ferries to Martha’s Vineyard & Nantucket, downtown dining, and the Whaling Museum. Steps from Fathoms (award-winning chowder!).

Walkable, convenient, unforgettable waterfront escape.
4 min drive to Seastreak Ferry
3 min drive to commuter rail
10 min walk to downtown New Bedford
2 min walk to Dunkin’ and liquor store
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a stovetop.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 520 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
1. Place all patio cushions in deck box.
2. When you check out, please send me a quick message via the Airbnb app to let me know you've left the boat.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number C0545622010

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in New Bedford, a short 13-minute walk from New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal and also 14 minutes on foot from New Bedford Whaling Museum. You'll also find Zeiterion Theatre and New Bedford Art Museum less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Drift Loft Houseboat?

As of May 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drift Loft Houseboat on May 4, 2026 start from $241, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Drift Loft Houseboat?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Are there hot tubs at Drift Loft Houseboat?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Drift Loft Houseboat?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional), which is 5.3 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State), which is located 29.6 mi away (40-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Drift Loft Houseboat?

No, there aren't any house at Drift Loft Houseboat that offer a balcony.

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