Stone bridge over water with trees in background
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield

Cabin Rental at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary

Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary’s Innermost Cabin is available for rent to current Mass Audubon members. Rentals are available nightly by request when the sanctuary is open.

We are fully booked for the remainder of the 2024 season. Please reach out in May 2025 to reserve 2025 dates.

This rustic cabin, (approximately 9’ X 16’) was built 1915 at the edge of the woods off our Innermost Trail, approximately 100ft from the parking area. The cabin can accommodate up to 3 adults OR 2 adults and 2 children; there is a single bed and bunkbed with space for a small air mattress. A small table and 2 chairs, plus an outdoor picnic table, provide the perfect places to enjoy a relaxing meal from. Enjoy a star-filled night sky and waking to the sound of birdsong at this off the grid retreat.

The cabin has no electricity, running water, or wood stove. Access to Ipswich River's public restroom is located a few hundred feet away.

Renters Must Provide:

  • Bedding (sheets, pillows, sleeping bags)
  • Battery operated light sources
  • Cooking equipment such as Coleman stove or hibachi, pots, pans, eating utensils; note: contained cooking is permitted outside only.
  • Cooler and ice for food storage
  • Water and water jugs 

Availability & Booking

We are fully booked for the remainder of the 2024 season. Please reach out in May 2025 to reserve 2025 dates.

The Innermost Cabin is available for overnight rental for $65 per night to Mass Audubon Members age 18+, nightly by request. You can join Mass Audubon, or renew your membership at time of booking. 

To reserve, call 978-887-9264 or email us with your preferred dates. Full payment must be received to complete reservation.

Rules & Regulations

We ask all renters to use the cabin as a quiet retreat to connect with nature and to observe the following rules:

  • No tents are permitted outside the cabin.
  • No pets.
  • Vehicles must remain in Visitor Parking lot for unloading and overnight parking; no driving up to cabin.
  • Do not use candles, oil, propane, or any open flame of any kind inside of cabin. 
  • No smoking.
  • Fire pits or open fires are not permitted.
  • Cooking must be done outside of the cabin on the picnic table.
  • Alcohol is not permitted.
  • Firearms and fireworks are not permitted. 
  • All trash and recycling must be removed by you.

Check-In & Check-Out

  • Check-in between 2:00 and 4:00 pm at our Visitor Center; if you are unable to make it before 4:00 pm, please notify us in advance by calling 978-887-9264.
  • Check-out time is at 11:00 am.

Cancellation Policy

In the event you need to cancel or change your reservation, please provide 7-days notice. If adequate notice is not given, the rental fee with be forfeited. No refunds can be offered. A re-schedule date is allowed if done with adequate notice 7 days prior to reservation. 

We reserve the right to cancel any reservation due to severe weather or unexpected issues on sanctuary. A full refund will be issued if this occurs.