The town of Dartmouth is world-famous for the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. This town is also surrounded by gorgeous countryside, farms, coastline, and riverbanks. Originally a small agricultural community, the town still features the tranquillity and bliss of natural beauty. The northern part of the town has a historic feel and is where UMass Dartmouth is located. The town is located close to the Apponagansett River, Slocum River, and Little River as well as beaches. There are several natural parks and nature trails to take a hike, walk, or bike ride. Whether you are visiting the town for educational purpose or just taking a break to enjoy the bliss of nature, you can enjoy your stay in one of these Airbnb vacation rentals.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Farm on the coast near Newport (from USD 136)
The property is located on Saunderstown, which is between Newport and Narragansett. The property is originally a historic barn, which is well-connected with Newport and Dartmouth. The beaches of southern Rhode Island are also located close to this town.
The property features one double bedroom suitable for two. You cannot access the house’s kitchen, but you can use the small refrigerator, freezer, microwave, and coffee pot provided. The property features an excellent historical background as the farmhouse was built in 1941, during WWII. Along with its history, the property is also surrounded by excellent greenery.
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the room heated up nicely as well which was great for how cold it was outsidethe space is beautiful and comfortable with many thoughtful details that made it specialthe bed has heated pads which is a great bonus during the winter highly recommendit was very enjoyable waking up to the horses outside the roomthe place is very comfortable and with all the essentials and very quietCleanliness:
very clean and beautiful propertymo's place was clean cozy and quaintthe place was very clean and just what we neededthe place was clean and quiet with a peaceful energyit's was private clean comfortable and in a beautiful area 10/10Host:
mo was a wonderful hostmo was an amazing host and offered so many great recommendationsmo is a gracious and attentive hostnot to mention she was an excellent and responsive hostmo was super communicativeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatperfect location as it was a few miles away from newportsuch a cute place private and beautiful locationgreat location off the busy roadsso adorable and awesome location for a weekend trip
2. Peaceful suite with a harbor view (from USD 80)
The historic house was built around the early 1800s. It is located in Fairhaven, on the bank of the Acushnet River. The apartment features a double bedroom for two. From this house, you will enjoy a great view of the New Bedford harbor. You can also take a tour of the historic Fairhaven streets and explore the local restaurants and pubs, the seafood and Portuguese cuisine. The house is a great base to access Dartmouth and the whole southern coast of Massachusetts.
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super comfortable room with tea coffee and snacksdeirdre place was perfect wonderful view the room is not only fashionable but also functionalthis is an adorable room with a beautiful view very cozylots of wonderful "little touches" (coffee juice filtered water chocolate complimentary toiletries wifi)the room and bathroom are just as described - simply perfectCleanliness:
neat and clean place to stayvery clean cute touches and a nice bathroomvery clean convenient and cost-effectiveit was clean but our time to enjoy was to shortdeirdre's place was absolutely perfect in every way clean comfortable great communication and a beautiful viewHost:
deirdre was a great hostthe hosts were easy to communicate with and very responsivedeirdre and patrick are great hosts with attention to detail and an artistic touchwas able to meet deidre and she was very warm welcoming and responsivedeirdre was super friendly and helpful during my 3 night stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for ferry to martha’s vineyard and nantucketgreat location right next to the waterthis is a darling place in a great locationthe location and the room were perfectbeautiful cozy comfortable amazing location and view
3. Slocum River studio bed and breakfast (from USD 125)
The property is located in the historic village of Russells Mills. It is a 200-year-old home, offering a double bed accommodation for two people. The bright and cheerful room is located on the first floor. The property gives very good access to the beaches and Slocum River. There are various hiking trails around the house if you like hiking. Padanaram Village’s harbor and UMass Dartmouth are also easily accessible from this property.
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the amenities were great and i felt very comfortable staying thereand her sweet cottage is cozythe studio has beautiful furniture and linens and the bed is delightfully comfortablei was personally a huge fan of her trend toward environmentally conscientious productsthe cottage was lovely and our room was cozy and invitingCleanliness:
the bathroom was clean and comfortablethe bathroom was also spotless and she had plenty of fresh towels and the likethe room & bathroom very clean and confortablethe room is cozy clean and comfortablethe suite was clean comfortable beautiful and well appointedHost:
joney is such a gracious hostjoney is a fantastic hostjoney was a wonderful hostjoney was an excellent hostjoney is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location in russell millsbeautiful place and locationit's walking distance to an adorable cafe and is close distance to lots of stuff to dowe loved the house the location and everything else about itthere was just enough privacy and it was a fantastic location in an absolutely beautiful area
4. Captain Henry James Smith house circa 1844 (from USD 89)
This historic property was originally built by Captain James Henry Swift in approximately 1844. It is located in the quiet seaside town of Fairhaven. The entire property has a historic feeling, with a grand staircase and a well-preserved interior. The property offers one double bedroom for two. The bedroom has a queen bed, a fireplace, and a closet. The living room of the house is fairly well-decorated, preserving the historic feeling with a black marble fireplace, custom draperies, and French doors.
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great wifi cable airthere is cable tv and good internetdoesn't hurt that the bed is super comfortable as wellthe bed was very comfortable i highly recommend captain swift's housethe room decor deserves a perfect score in every aspect-cleanliness amenities check-in decor etcCleanliness:
super clean and safe feelingclean comfortable and relaxing spaceeverything was super clean and very lovelythe place was quite and cleansuper clean and great value on a beautiful street in fairhavenHost:
the hosts are amazingliza was a great hostlisa was a great hostlisa is a marvelous host always in contact and at your service for whatever you may needlisa was very responsive to our questions and she exceeded our expectations in every wayRead more reviewsLocation:
would definitely choose this place againlocation is fabulous and room was finethe home is located in a nice/quiet neighborhood with an easy walk to the beach/state parklisa'a place is an outstanding findcute historical place to stay
5. Spacious waterfront studio in Dartmouth (from USD 200)
The cheerful apartment is located on the waterfront, with an excellent view of Padanaram Village. The private deck of the house is excellent for enjoying the view of the outdoors. A large double bedroom is offered to guests, which can accommodate two people. Guests can have access to the living room and kitchen. Guests can also enjoy extra facilities like the deck, porches, hot tub, and gas grill.
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comfortable bed and sofalove the privacy of the room but marcia is just an app message away if you need somethingthe bed was super comfortable which made the stay even more pleasantthe studio was very comfortable and her property is absolutely beautifulCleanliness:
the bathroom was extremely clean which i lovedthe studio is very clean and cozy with everything we needed and moremarcia’s house was fantastic beautiful and very clean she was very accommodatingcomfortable bed nice kitchenette clean bathroom though watch the step getting to itHost:
marcia was a welcoming knowledgeable and friendly hostgreat studio and gracious hostmarcia is a wonderful hostmarcia is a great hostmarcia & warren are great hosts and the property is awesomeRead more reviewsLocation:
i definitely recommend this cute placeperfect location close to everything you want to go tothis is at a wonderful location to staythe location is very good easy access to dartmouth downtown and martha's vineyardit is a great location with an easy drive to nearby towns and direct access to water
6. Eco-friendly oasis in New Bedford (from USD 75)
This accommodation in New Bedford is a perfect base for people visiting UMass Dartmouth. This townhouse has three double bedrooms. So, the property can accommodate a maximum six people at a time. The fully furnished apartment comes with a living area, dining space, and a fully equipped kitchen. It is located in a tranquil area, is very well-connected, and comes complete with amenities.
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wifi was fast and reliable and the instant water heater was a nice touchthe kitchen is well equiped and the deck is great for coffee and cocktailsvery simple and spacious with tv coffee and a comfortable nights sleepwe had plenty of space and the kitchen was greati enjoyed my stay very much at carol's apartment in new bedfordCleanliness:
very clean and brightvery clean and spacious upper apartmentwell maintained clean and comfortablefantastic place clean and very comfortablethe unit is clean modern and spaciousHost:
she was very responsivewas a really lovely hostcarol was a great hostcarol is a very good host and answered any questions i had almost immediatelycarol is a very efficient hostRead more reviewsLocation:
central urban location close to a huge parkthe location was greatgood location for family with kidsthe location was great for our needsit's in a great location near a park and good restaurants
7. Quiet bedroom in New Bedford (from USD 53)
The apartment is located in a quiet location near downtown New Bedford. The town of Dartmouth just a 10-minute drive from this house. A double bedroom is offered from this two-bedroom property. You can also use the living room, kitchen, and the fridge. The apartment is bright and airy, with an excellent view of the quiet neighborhood full of greenery.
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nice living room and tv setup though i didn’t have much time to usefantastic spot full kitchen lovely setup the bed was so nicematt’s apartment was perfect for our short staymatt's place had everything i needed for my stay the room was well set up and very comfortableCleanliness:
clean bathroomclean and organized apartmentroom was clean and comfortablethe place is very clean and niceclean and comfortable with easy check inHost:
matthew was a really good hostmatt was a very nice hostmatt is a great hostmatthew was friendly and helpfulmatt is respectful and a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
matts place is in a nice location with a park across the street and any easy walk to downtownnot far away from downrown but still very cozy and calmeasy check-in safe locationgreat place to stay close to cape cod boston and providenceit is a nice place the location close to the park and 10-12 to the downtown by walk
8. Cozy room with a bathroom in Westport
The apartment is located in a very quiet setting near Westport. The property is well-accessible from Dartmouth. Apart from that, it is also very close to Horseneck Beach, Westport Vineyard, Westport River, Buzzard’s Bay Brewery, Back Eddy, and the Bayside Restaurants. The cozy property features two double bedrooms which are suitable for two people each. You can hire just one room if you are traveling solo or with only one companion. Access to the kitchen and living room are also provided. As it is located very close to the Audubon’s Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, and there are many hiking trails near the house.
20.37 km (12.7 mi) from Battleship Cove
9. Hidden gem in the town of Westport
In the middle of rolling hills, hiking trails, stone walls, gorgeous beaches, vineyards, and a brewery, you’ll find this beautiful home in Westport, a true hidden gem. The house is modern and beautifully decorated, with an outdoor pool and beautiful surrounding greenery. The property has a double bedroom and a sofa bed in the common space. Apart from the pool, you can also spend your time in the gym.
9.4 km (5.9 mi) from Battleship CoveSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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breakfast was a delight and extremely well made with creativitythe house is beautifully decorated with fresh cut flowers in every rooma beautiful home and lovely pool areathe outdoor space around the pool is inviting and relaxingthe capstone was an amazing quiche muffins fruit salad juice and coffee for breakfastCleanliness:
beautiful home clean and comfortablethe place is very clean toothe room was clean and in a quiet neighborhoodpool was clean and refreshinghis place was really nice clean and a beautiful homeHost:
patrick was a great hostpatrick was a great hostpatrick was a gracious hostpat is a great hostpatrick is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
so glad we chose this placewhat can one ask more? i would highly recommend the locationvery comfy welcoming and lovely place with very convenient locationwonderful pool very hospitable host great location for access to city or beachthe location is awesome only within 500ft from the state road
10. Ultimate family vacation home
The luxurious four-bedroom house is perfect for a family vacation, or for a group of friends or students. This cape-style house is easily accessible from the beaches and harbors. The entire house is spacious. It can accommodate eight people at a time. There is also a spacious living room, a dining room, and an equipped kitchen. The house is surrounded by pristine forest; this amazing scenery makes it worthwhile for your visit.
18.31 km (11.4 mi) from Battleship CoveAccommodates: 8
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the private deck behind the house was enjoyable with a grill bar table chairs and lounge chairselegant cozy home with lots of space beautiful yard patiosthat being said there are many ceiling fans and the basement stayed relatively cool in 90 degree tempsher house is beautiful comfortable and quiet with lots of space to move aroundthe entertainment room in the basement (pool tv etcCleanliness:
incredibly clean and comfortableeverything was clean and comfortablepatricia's place was very clean and neatthe house was very clean and invitingspacious and cleanHost:
she is an excellent host and her home is warm and welcomingpat was a friendly and communicative hostpat is a very responsive hostpatricia is a perfect ownershe was responsive and helpful from the beginningRead more reviewsLocation:
a great house in a great locationwe truly enjoyed our stay at this locationit's close to major attractions the area has to offerit’s an excellent location to go the beach and close to some excellent family friendly spotsgreat sized property lovely location very well-equipped and comfortable
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Dartmouth is most commonly visited by those associated with the university, but it is also beautiful and a convenient base to visit other parts of New England. No matter what the purpose of your visit is, these Airbnb rentals will provide you with a comfortable home away from home.
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