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Caribbean Vacation Rentals

  • Abaco, Bahamas. 88+ Beach Houses. Historic Fishing Village Out Islands. Boating. Sailing. Snorkeling. Bonefishing. 242-366-0224 www.HopeTown.com.

  • ST JOHN, USVI–2.2 acre luxury estate.  3 BR, 12’x40’ pool, spectacular views. Convenient to beaches, town. 340-776-6805; www.estaterose.com.

  • Jamaica. Montego Bay. Luxurious 5-bedroom/bath beachfront villa at Silver Sands Resort. Gorgeous beach. Snorkeling, tennis, fishing, sightseeing. Van/driver. $240-$428/per night, includes cook and maid. 860-233-6821; jamahomehotmail [dot] com; www.jamahome.com.

  • Nevis. Two secluded, two-bedroom houses. Rent separately or together. Monkeys galore. Beautiful garden and view. Call 617-868-5545.

  • Tortola, BVI: Three-bedroom house 60 feet above Long Bay Beach.  Ewinghousegmail [dot] com or 646-526-7111. www.ewinghouse.com.

  • Bahamas, Eleuthera. Beachfront villa or apartment. 301-320-2809. http://heronhill.net.

  • USVI, St. John: A beautiful hillside villa, Palladio’s View. Distinctive tropical design. Three bedrooms, 2 baths with private outdoor showers. Pool, spa, all amenities. Superb down-island views to BVI. Minutes to national park beaches. 610-544-8283. www.palladiosview.com.

  • ST. JOHN VILLA, USVI. MILLION $ VIEW: 5br/4ba luxury, pool, breezy trade winds, spa, privacy, beaches nearby. www.villaixora.net, 504-616-3840.

  • SAIL INDIGO in BVI–LUXURY CATAMARAN: Bareboat or captain charter, 4cbn/4Ba w/ ac. Lagoon 410s2. www.sail-indigo.com. 504-616-3840.

  • St. John USVI private 3,000 sf villa @ Westin–Aug 29-Sept 25. 3 bedroom/3 bath, sleeps 8, private pool. $3,990. 702-807-8520.

  • Barbados Platinum Coast: Four bedroom, four bath villa with staff and large pool in garden setting across the road from sublime Gibbes Beach, St. Peter. Contact  212-724-5687 or Semperedaol [dot] com.

Connecticut Vacation Rentals

  • Seaview Beach, Madison, CT. 4 bedroom, 3 baths, porches, sandy beach, kayaking. July $9,000. 203-245-3444.

Florida Vacation Rentals

  • Sanibel & Captiva. Unique 1-8 bedroom cottages, condominiums, homes, & estates. Perfect for weddings and reunions. 1-800-472-5385, www.Cottages-to-Castles.com.

  • Florida Vacation Rentals. Luxury Pool Homes for Rent by Owner. See www.villas2000.com.

  • Sanibel Island, Florida. Newly remodeled & furnished. Luxury beachfront full-floor penthouse condo, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private garage, roof deck, cabana. Only 3 units in elevator building. Pool, tennis. Florida’s best beach, wildlife refuge. Alumni-owned. Royal Shell Vacations 800-656-9111, web www.royalshell.com; e-mail rsvprsvpsanibel [dot] com.

France Vacation Rentals

  • France Languedoc. Stunning views from rooftop terrace of charming house in medieval village in heart of the Faugères AOC. Vineyards, beaches, hiking. Near Montpellier, Barcelona. Sleeps six. www.caussi.com or 212-595-8007.

  • France, Paris–Marais. Exquisite, sunny, quiet one bedroom apartment behind Place des Vosges. King size bed, full kitchen, washer, dryer. $1250 weekly. 301-654-7145, maxgwu [dot] edu.

  • Paris & Bordeaux Wine Country: 2 bedroom Paris apartment in New Left Bank near Bibliotheque Nationale. www.relaxinfranceonline.com/ile/75001.htm. Restored spacious stone farmhouse with pool N.E. of Bordeaux. www.relaxinfranceonline.com/poitou/17010.htm. 603-924-9535, glnwardgmail [dot] com.

  • France, Provence: Charming hilltop village of Venasque near Avignon. Restored medieval house with apartments owned by H ’65 alumnus. Rooftop terraces, sensational views. $675-$1,300 per week period. Website: www.chezkubik.com. Padraic Spence, 413-298-4843.

  • Cote D’Azur, Nice, Grasse Lovely townhouse, medieval village Gorges du Loup, breathtaking views, 2 bedroom, 2 bath. $1150/wk; 941-363-0925.

  • Aix-en-Provence, Cours Mirabeau, heart of town. Well appointed, 2-bedroom apartment, remarkably quiet, steps to shops & restaurants, garage. Perfect for exploring Provence. $1150/week: 941-363-0925.

  • Paris Sabbatical? Elegant, sunny one-bedroom apartment 16th, 750 square feet, 6th floor, elevator, near shops, metro. Well appointed, beautifully equipped for long stay. $1150/wk. 941-363-0925.

  • Burgundy, France. Luxurious 18th-century village house, part of historic chateau in Burgundian countryside. Ideal for biking, hiking, visiting vineyards and historic sites. Available year round. 802-453-7855, www.franceburgundycottage.com.

  • Paris/Le Marais: One bedroom & studio luxury apartments, fully restored and elegantly furnished with modern conveniences throughout. See www.bienvenueaparis.com for photos and details. 919-928-9936.

  • Paris and London. Vacation rentals with a friendly difference! www.rentals.chsparis.com.

  • Paris, Montmartre: Beautifully decorated, modern amenities, park setting. Near shops, restaurants, metros. Sleeps 3. 775 euros week. www.members.tripod.com/paris_apartment.

  • Loire Valley. France Loire Valley: 16th century country chateau. 7 bedrooms. Large pool, terrace, landscaped gardens overlooking a private lake. 200 acres of secluded grounds. One hour TGV train from Paris. Visit www.lachauviniere.com.

  • Paris, Harvard grads’ apartment, renovated, fully equipped, sleeps 4, wireless, balconies, Eiffel Tower views, brian [dot] thompsonumb [dot] edu.

  • Paris–Marais. Renovated 17th-century, tri-level, top-floor, courtyard apartment. Central, quiet, exposed beams, hardwood floors, fireplace, fully equipped. Nonsmokers. Week/Month. 206-723-6538; www.acrossthewater.net.

  • Paris: Marais Bastille Enchanting one bedroom, newly renovated apartment on quiet cobblestone passage. Fantastic location. Top floor with skylights. Sleeps 2-4. Photos and information: www.parisbastilleapt.com, 415-282-3648.

  • Paris, Provence & Tuscany–Haven in Paris: Luxury Vacation Apartment & Villa Rentals. Central Paris, Panoramic Views, Balconies, Private Gardens, Internet Connection in all apartments, Computers in most. Luxury Concierge Services. All properties personally chosen & visited by Haven in Paris staff. 617-395-4243; www.haveninparis.com; e-mail: infohaveninparis [dot] com.

  • Paris St. Germain, gracious 1 bedroom apartment in 17th c. building on rue Bonaparte €1000 week sallyforthaparisgmail [dot] com.

  • Beautiful “maison de village” in charming, preserved Provencal village. At foot of Alpilles, surrounded by olive trees and vineyards, beautifully furnished stone house has a baby grand piano, 2-3 bedrooms, modern kitchen/baths, cobblestone patio for outdoor dining. Dozens of additional photos available. julscolaol [dot] com.

Hawaii Vacation Rentals

  • Hawaii, Oahu. Beachfront on beautiful sandy Waimanalo Beach. All amenities. Reservations: sherrybrodersherrybroder [dot] com. Visit Hawaiiansunrise.com.

  • Oahu home search, www.hawaiis.com.

Italy Vacation Rentals

  • Tuscany, Rome, and Calabria. Three uniquely beautiful properties directly by owner at www.havenlink.com or e-mail: adoutoftimearchitecture [dot] com.

  • Italy/Umbria Beautiful country house (+annex), garden and olive grove, 14m heated pool, sleeps 8-12, directly by owner, www.ilgreggio.com.

  • UMBRIAN STONE VILLA near Orvieto, spectacular Tiber RIver Valley view. Architect owned and restored with pool in olive grove. Bedrooms 4, bathrooms 4. Contact debra [dot] haddocktin [dot] it, call +39.3334056128.

  • ROME NEAR ST. PETER’S SQUARE: quiet, spacious, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully furnished, air conditioner, dishwasher, 4th-floor, elevator. Near buses, subway. $3700/month (multi-month discount), $2250/fortnight, $1500/week (includes utilities and weekly cleaning). cottami [dot] infn [dot] it or 617-244-3447.

  • TUSCAN DREAM VACATION Apartments for rent in historic Villa Ferrano with magnificent views of Monte Amiata, Renaissance Pienza, Brunello vineyards. Restored by HGSD alum. Fully furnished apartments range from 2 to 4 bedrooms, 1 to 3 baths, outdoor space, pool. Rents starting $1,000 per week. mccobbpgmail [dot] com, 212-925-7513.

Maine Vacation Rentals

  • Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor area. Private, fully furnished, 3-4-bedroom home. Near ocean, lakes, hiking trails. Available by week/month, year-round. $500-$1,100/week. No pets. www.brintonwood.com/acadia, 203-393-3608.

  • Mt. Desert Island: Secluded getaway on 15 waterfront acres on island’s “quiet side,” moments from Acadia National Park. Two comfortable houses (one sleeps 8+, one 7) owned by multi-generational Harvard family can be rented together or separately. Both have fireplaces, all appliances, w/d, dock/beach access, internet, and harbor views. www.prettymarshrental.com or 202-364-3946.

  • Near Blue Hill, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, with outside showers and separate guest house. 40 feet from ocean. Private beach with beautiful sunsets. Call for pricing. 301-654-7145. louvetjhu [dot] edu.

  • Near Ellsworth/Acadia National Park 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, with separate studio, 20’x50’ swimming pool, overlooking beautiful meadow. Located on 10 acres, 400 feet from ocean, 900 feet of private beach with gorgeous sunsets. Call for pricing. 301-654-7145, louvetjhu [dot] edu.

  • Oceanview/pondfront MidCoast furnished cottage, sleeps 6, near kayak rentals, sloop tours, seafood sales. $650/wk. sam07tidewater [dot] net.

  • “Old School” Classic Maine Waterfront Rental!! Sleeps 18! Children and Pets a must! July: $3,000 per wk, or $10,000 for the month! August: $5,000 per wk or $20,000 for the month! Please call 646-283-3164 or e-mail Alieinstoningtonaol [dot] com.

Massachusetts Vacation Rentals

  • CAPE COD. Centerville Village. Wooded, quiet, walk to beach, library. Sleeps six. Two baths, three porches. 617-489-7475, rich [dot] liguoriverizon [dot] net.

  • New Seabury, Cape Cod, 5 bedroom/5 bathroom with pool and porches. $4200/week. 617-974-0756 or julco1313verizon [dot] net.

  • Cape Cod, Truro. Hedgebound Estate, an exceptional destination. Sleeps 20. Perfect for reunions, retreats, family vacations. 3.25 private acres. http://www.endicottproperties.com/Hedgebound_of_Cape_Cod.html, 310-863-2000.

  • COHASSET. Large summer cottage overlooking The Inner Harbor, walk to ocean, sleeps 9. $2500/week. 240-672-3461. roberth933aol [dot] com.

  • Newburyport. Spacious, comfortable 1789 farmhouse. Heirloom-furnished, modern conveniences. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Brochure: 617-267-8565.

  • IRVING HOUSE AT HARVARD–44 room guesthouse, 2 blocks from Harvard Yard. www.cambridgeinns.com.

  • Nantucket beach house, located on land between ocean and harbor in Wauwinet. Four bedrooms (2 bunkrooms) 2 baths, one with laundry, well equipped kitchen. Whitney Dow, wbdferalbellatlantic [dot] net.

  • Nantucket’s Old Historic District. Three-bedroom home on Fair Street. 3 blocks to town center. AC, modern kitchen, Wifi, cable TV and all amenities. Available all seasons. Pictures and rates at www.sconseteer.com.

  • Brewster, Cape Cod. New, luxuriously appointed, 3,500 square foot home, 500 yard walk to beach. One mile to historic village, upscale dining and spas. Outdoor fireplace/dining patio, heated pool. Gourmet kitchen, in-home theatre. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Sleeps 9+. $1,100 per night in season, 6/15 to 9/15; lower off season. HouseOnCapeCodgmail [dot] com.

  • Martha’s Vineyard. Chilmark, 5 bedroom, 2 bath, spectacular ocean view, deck, fireplace, appliances, Lucy Vincent/Squibnocket beaches. Available Jun-Sept. mvupislandverizon [dot] net or 508-693-3670.

  • Nantucket: Dionis 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 4 decks, views of Nantucket Sound, moors, spectacular sunsets. Walk over dune to beach. Seasonal rates. 530-758-6659, doctorpaulacomcast [dot] net.

  • Cape Cod, Wellfleet–Naturalists, birders, artists, writers: private Lieutenant Island compound on Audubon Wildlife Refuge. Endangered turtles nest on-site Jul., hatchlings Jul./Aug. Summer home of Edwin O’Connor (The Last Hurrah). 2 min. to Nat’l Seashore. Sleeps 6-8. www.capecodonthebeach.com; 518-346–0045.

  • Martha’s Vineyard–West Tisbury. Waterfront, quality, spacious, 3.5 bedroom, 2.5 bath contemporary and 2 bedroom, 1 bath guesthouse. On Seth’s Pond, boating, swimming, fishing, walk to ocean, no pets. $4000-$4200 a week. Off season rates. Pictures available. 617-965-2662, actionmaxaol [dot] com.

  • Martha’s Vineyard. Idyllic setting on Menemsha Pond. Contemporary 3 bedroom. Panoramic water views/access. Flexible dates August-October. 617-909-3628, lsdlitegmail [dot] com.

  • NANTUCKET ISLAND. Harbor waterfront house with beach swimming, boating. Available during July & September. 5 bedrooms, sleeps 8. 508-228-0258 or joannantucket [dot] net.

  • Martha’s Vineyard: beautiful antique house with modern conveniences and wonderful, in-town location. Enjoy our spacious, well-appointed and secluded property with pool. Fall weekends available. www.33woodlawn.com.

Mexico Vacation Rentals

  • Akumal, Mexico. House on a beautiful lagoon where it enters the Caribbean, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, servants. Swim, snorkel, dive in warm, turquoise seas. Mayan sites nearby. For information, photos, lhmsympatico [dot] ca, 905-839-9706.

  • Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, luxury estate accommodates 20. Stunning views, privacy, staff of 6 with chef, pool, 4 Jacuzzis, US TV channels. 214-295-7214; www.casa-angela.com, infocasa-angela [dot] com.

New Hampshire Vacation Rentals

  • NH Lake Winnipesauke waterfront cottage on Kenniston Island w/ boathouse and dock. Approx. 3 miles to Wolfeboro. No pets. All appliances. Sleeps five. Call 410-479-3482 or 603-569-5622.

  • Vermont/NH. Nature’s paradise. Log cabin overlooking pond, 84 acres, hiking trails. Renovated by GSD grad. Sleeps 12. $1800 weekly. megfoster22hotmail [dot] com.

New York Vacation Rentals

  • Hudson Valley country estate. Converted barn on 24 acres. 6 bedrooms, pool, tennis court, hot tub, pond, stream, meadows, views and more. Less than two hours from NYC. $3,500-$5,500/week. 212-222-9555 brochure/information.

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    Waterfront home on Long Island’s North Fork. Beautiful location, special historic home of 19th century artists. 5 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, private beach. June 1 to August 22, $4500 per week. wprellwitzprellchil [dot] com.

Other Foreign Vacation Rentals

  • Bali Retreat: Perfect family, group rejuvenation. Fully staffed 7 villas. Luxe Guide recommends. www.villawaru.com.

  • Costa Rica. Stunning 3 bedroom, 3 bath, luxury beach front villa next to National Park. From $3900 weekly. Discoverybeachouse.com, evegal22gmail [dot] com.

Other U.S. Vacation Rentals

  • A Peaceful House for Creative People. Wallonia, Kentucky, outside of the box. Information: www.iotawestenburg.com.

  • SANTA FE, N.M. TOWNHOUSE Beautiful, remodeled Western style two story townhome, fully equipped and furnished. Views! Quiet! Pool and Spa. Walk to Plaza. www.santafetownhouse.com, 310-541-3757, or gordonschayecox [dot] net.

  • Taos, NM, Adobe home. WIFI, desks, fireplaces, patio, gardens, views, sanctuary. www.sangomataos.com.

  • Santa Fe, NM Perfect Retreat: Eastside Adobe, 2+ bedrooms, 2 baths. Incredible garden. Walk to everything. +Weekend Getaway: Casita off Canyon Road. http://santafenmvacationrentals.com. 617-320-4911.

  • Edisto Island, SC. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths cottage with dock on tidal marsh. Conservation land, hiking, kayaking. Ocean 3 miles. $1000 week. 843-893-7702.

Rhode Island Vacation Rentals

  • Newport Cottage, renovated, in lovely setting, near Sachuset Beach. Four bedrooms, two baths. $3000/week. 617-285-1472.

  • NEWPORT. ADORABLE Cottage. 2 bedroom, renovated, hdtv, wifi, private yard w/ gate, driveway. $850/week, 646-823-3851.

Vermont Vacation Rentals

  • Green Mountains southern Vermont: Affordable Bed & Breakfast for outdoor enthusiasts. Academic discount. www.stoneboatfarm.com

  • Hartland Four Corners, 100 acre farm, glorious views, tennis court, swimming pond, trails, barn, 2-3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living/dining room, 2 fireplaces. Near Woodstock area. kjbaconvalley [dot] net, 802-436-2078.

 

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