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Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access

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Sun loungers, beach towels
5 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Sun loungers, beach towels
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access

This finely maintained summer cottage built in the 1820s overlooks Hodgkins Cove in Gloucester Massachusetts.

Unique and special amenities include 2 private beach accesses, consistently spectacular sunset views over Hodgkins Cove and Ipswich Bay, and hiking/walking paths on a 55 acre private estate (yes really!).

It comfortably sleeps 11, has 5 bedrooms, 2 and a half bathrooms, a downstairs porch, and and upstairs nightclub (which is a covered screened in outdoor lounge area great for evening cocktails to watch the sunsets).

It's located 5 miles from Bearskin Neck in downtown Rockport and 5 miles from downtown Gloucester. Both downtowns are filled with very nice, family restaurants, fun boutiques, and art galleries.

Enjoy water views from most rooms in the house. Dogs allowed, smoking not allowed.

FIRST FLOOR:

Kitchen: Everything you need in a kitchen: range, sink, dishwasher, silverware and plates and pans, and of course ocean views.

Bathroom 1: sink, toilet, shower/bath.

Bedroom 1: King bed, closet, ocean views.

Dining Room: Dinner table that seats 10 comfortable.

Living Room: Television, 2 couches, antique day bed, fireplace, and an ocean view.

Utility Porch: Washer/Dryer

Bay View Downstairs Porch: Overlooks Hodgkins cove. Beautiful views. Perfect for enjoying a nice day.


2ND FLOOR

Bedroom 2 (the door room): 3 twin beds, 1 closet, 2 dressers. Great for kids.

Bathroom 2: sink, toilet, bathtub.

Bedroom 3: full bed, closet, ocean view.

Bedroom 4 (the pillow): a smaller, cozy room with a full bed. Ocean view.

Bedroom 5 (the master): king size bed, closet, half bathroom, sitting area, and of course ocean views.

Bathroom 2.5: sink and toilet in the master bathroom.

Upstairs Porch (the nightclub): screened in, couches, and a swinging Gloucester hammock. Great for cocktails in the evening and for a fantastic sunset.

Property manager

Forrest Fegert

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number C0231721070

About the neighborhood

Map
Gloucester, MA

What's nearby

  • Plum Cove Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Halibut Point State Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Cape Ann - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Good Harbor Beach - 15 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 21 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • West Gloucester Station - 11 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Holy Cow Ice Cream Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪George's Coffee Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fish Shack Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access located?

Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Plum Cove Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Halibut Point Reservation and Paper House. Halibut Point State Park and Dogtown are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ilan Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great view
great view, peaceful, clean. Great communication
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

lyla r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend with friends
The house has great charm and the beds were comfy. It is an older home that comes along with some quirks but nothing that can spoil the beautiful property and location! Forest was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GLORIOUS GLOUCESTER
Simply amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful time in Gloucester!
This historic, quirky, well stocked and magnificently located farm house was just an amazing place to stay!! Loved everything about this home, from the quaint old furnishings to the private beach and walking out on the breakwater for the incredible view. Kitchen has anything and everything you might need, including pantry items. Lots of beach towels, beach chairs and we enjoyed kayaking around the bay. Highly recommend staying here and we hope to return to this home next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy C., Smyrna, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gloucester Trip
The house was great, very clean & the living room area was great, much bigger than expected. We had a fire 2 nights & played games every night at the table. Forrest was great to deal with, very helpful & always responsive. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO we have stayed at!
This property exceeded our expectations and our family trip for a wedding was the best ever! We are already looking at dates to go back. If you want a house with a lot of history, the best views and a private beach look no further! You will not be disappointed! In addition, Forrest was readily available with any questions we had and was the best host I have dealt with (this is the 11th VRBO we have rented). Also, the kitchen was stocked with spices and everything you could possibly think of. If I could give 10 ⭐️ I would!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home in an amazing place
The house is so fun and cute! The photos don’t do it justice. Everything is charming and it has everything you could possibly need. It was hard to leave the house to go into other towns because it was so cozy and had chill vibes. And then there are the views - the views are incredible from every room! You are right on the water. It’s so peaceful and the ocean is a very quick walk from the house. The owner is also very communicative and was so helpful from the initial booking until we checked out. I really appreciate how thoughtful all the instructions were as as well. I hope to stay here again in the near future!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend!
My family loved staying in this historic house! It was so peaceful and the views were incredible, our stay was much too short! The home is so comfortable and the antiques and artwork were fascinating. It was a perfect place for the bride and her bridal party to get ready for the wedding, thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view!
My family enjoyed the house and view very much. We had a great vacation and the house was so cozy to rest in between site seeing. However the house definitely needs a furnace. Forest was a wonderful host ☺️
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historical House
Able to enjoy the beach and hiking paths in the cove
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College Reunion-40 years later
To say the least the property has history and great charm. There were 5 of us and all got a bedroom. The cove was breathtaking. Contact with the owner was awesome as we shared a few texts. Thank you for a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorable Family Vacation
The Quarry house was amazing. So much history and the view of the bay and the sunsets were perfect. The owner was super responsive to our questions and the Gloucester community was welcoming. I highly recommend this house and hope to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends Getaway
THE VIEW IS AWESOME! House was clean, comfortable, old but updated and wonderfully quirky. Beds were very comfortable with clean, soft sheets, lots of towels and pillows. Kitchen was well stocked. Forrest is a wonderful host, very responsive. The ocean view will knock your socks off. Highly recommend, hope to go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quarry house
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beverly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and relaxing
Everyone loved this old, classic New England farm style house. So much space and character. Porches were awesome to gather for breakfast and late night, relaxing and enjoying the view. Path down to the beach was challenging for older folks, but younger adults enjoyed using the kayak and paddleboards that we brought. House was well-equipped with everything you could need, especially the kitchen. It was perfect to gather for a family wedding nearby and the yard was awesome for pre-wedding pictures. Bring plenty of food, though -- not many options for groceries. Grill or go out for seafood. Wish we could have stayed longer and would love to come back again. Can't thank Forrest enough for offering up his home.

10/10 Excellent

JEAN R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking views
The property location was perfect. The The views and sunsets over the cover were breath taking. The two porches were perfect for day and evening enjoyment. Our only concern was that the beds were old and uncomfortable and the door to the queen bedroom upstairs did not close tightly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donald B., Milton, MA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Vacation
Quarry House is a traditional New England summer residence which 3 generations of my family thoroughly enjoyed during our one week August vacation (2020). The house features nine foot ceilings and a double porch (upstairs and down) with spectacular views of Ispwich Bay. Most importantly, the property is completely self-contained, other than to make runs for groceries and lobster rolls, you can leave your vehicle in the circular drive. If you want to venture out, both Rockport Center and Gloucester Harbor are close by. A private uncrowded sandy beach, tennis courts and walking trails, along over 60 acres of Trust property, allow for a complete sense of safety, regarding children and serenity for the adults. The house is well stocked with appliances, cook ware, and plenty of summer reading materials. Quarry House received a big thumbs up from the entire family, and the owner (Forrest) was extremely helpful with comprehensive information regarding both the house and its environs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Quarry House
Our group had a wonderful time at the Quarry House. The house was comfortable and the property was spectacular. The fireplace was perfect for cool autumn evenings!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019