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Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Golden Cottage by the Sea is a charming New England retreat with ocean views, fresh sea air, and a cozy private yard perfect for play. With its own small beach steps from your door and great fishing spots nearby, this lovingly restored cottage offers endless opportunities to unwind.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters

Golden Cottage by the Sea, is a true New England Cottage that has been lovingly restored and updated. This quaint 1830's house was completely remodeled in 2015. The panoramic views, Atlantic Coastal Path, and fresh ocean air allow for a true place of peace and renewal. Located in a beautiful area called the Avenues it is between the Emerson Inn and Halibut Point. This is the ideal vacation home. If you choose to hike the coastal path, visit the Historic Village of Rockport or hit the beaches of Rockport and Gloucester you will have plenty to do.

There is great fishing off of the rocks. A small private and rocky beach steps from your back door. A private yard for play. A 5 minute drive and from Rockport shops, art galleries and beaches.

Keywords: Oceanfront, Ocean view, Quiet, Peaceful, Family friendly, Charming, Renovated, close-to-town, Furnished, Cozy

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: A great place for children to play in the yard .

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 C0174362520

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Rockport, this holiday home is on the beach. Halibut Point State Park and Thatcher Island National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester. Essex Shipbuilding Museum and Cogswell's Grant are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Rockport travel guide
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Rockport, MA

What's nearby

  • Halibut Point State Park which includes a lake or waterhole
    Halibut Point State Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Halibut Point State Park and grainy quarry aerial view panorama and the coast aerial view in town of Rockport, Massachusetts MA, USA.
    Cape Ann
    8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Good Harbor Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views
    Good Harbor Beach
    10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views
    Wingaersheek Beach
    21 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Encore Boston Harbor
    54 min drive - 67.9 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station
    7 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brothers Brew
    6 min drive
  • Talise
    10 min drive
  • Roy Moore Lobster Company
    6 min drive
  • Bean & Leaf Cafe
    6 min drive
  • 7th Wave Restaurant
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters located?

Nestled on the beach, this Rockport holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Halibut Point State Park, Back Beach and Front Beach. Plum Cove Beach and Bradley Wharf are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 149 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carrie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We rented this home to spend Halloween in Salem. Just close enough for ease but far enough to relax at end of night.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation

We had an unbelievable stay at this wonderful house. There are very thoughtful touches that help make guests feel so welcome comfortable and tended .This house is exceptionally clean. This is our 2nd stay and it 's just perfect for our family, from 2-80yrs
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawn b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in Rockport

Lovely aesthetics/decor, comfortable, welcoming, well maintained, well equipped kitchen. Beautiful view, great location. Overall excellent and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

We had a great experience, our stay was short but this location was great for accommodating our group of friends. More then enough space for 7. The views were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

College girlfriends reunion

Beautiful location. Ample bedrooms and relaxation space for our group. Easy to get to local points of interest and even walked to a great dinner at the Emerson Inn. Great communication with host and definitely met our expectations. Would love to return
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rockport

Lovely house with great ocean view. Works well with larger parties.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Great place to relax. Very nice kitchen to work in with several people. Very quiet neighborhood. Interesting walk on the rocks to the Halibut State Park along the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We could not have had a better location for our trip with our adult kids and niece. The house was perfect for our seven adult group. Plenty of room in the kitchen to cook together - and we found all the kitchen gear we needed. The back deck was another favorite place,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded expectations!

My stay at Golden Cottage by the Sea exceeded all my expectations. The view of the ocean was truly stunning and the house was spotless and well-stocked. I loved sitting on the porch in the morning looking out over the ocean. The neighborhood was lovely, with many public walking paths. I highly recommend Golden Cottage by the Sea for a quiet, seaside vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach property

We loved the house and location. The view was spectacular. Very spacious and updated inside, although unassuming from the street. The house was clean, well-stocked and comfortable (the beds were especially comfortable). A real gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely oceanside location

Well-maintained, spacious house with nice decks to enjoy the spectacular ocean view. Tons of natural light and ocean views inside from the many windows. Super comfy beds/linens and towels. Stairs a bit narrow and slightly steep might be a challenge for some but no problem for us. Excellent kitchen. Very quiet and beautiful neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

xavier r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views and Memories

This was our second stay at the Golden Cottage by the Sea. The cottage is clean and well kept with 5 bedrooms and an open main floor that is great for socializing. The view from the multiple decks is spectacular. We saw whales from the deck during our dinner on the first night. It is an easy drive to the Rockport Historic District and to Glouster for a dinner out or picking up fresh seafood at Turner’s Seafood. This is an easy home to make memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lots to do! Beautiful!

We spent 9 days in lovely Golden Cottage in June. Loved the musical theatre (Fiddler), a visit to the Crane estate and gardens, poking around the artists’ shops and antique shops, and the many public walks in the area. Relaxing and fun. The room-sized LG AC units were terrific, and the whole house is so well thought-out, though a working toaster and a blender would be good additions. I’d love to come back again!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L., Bartlett, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Must Stay

What a great place to stay for our annual “sisters” fall get away. The house was spacious, comfortable and kitchen fully stocked. Plenty of towels and linens. Views from the balconies are beautiful. House was in a nice quiet neighborhood great for walks. Enjoyed the coastal causeway path and great views of the Atlantic. Numerous beaches to visit, close to Halibut Pointe State Park and close to town. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and spacious with ocean view

Our group ranging in age from 83 to 12 really enjoyed our stay in the Golden cottage. Great ocean views from main living area and kitchen plus 2 bedrooms. 5 bedrooms (all upstairs- be aware if someone in your group has difficulty with stairs) with good amounts of space. Very nice updated bathrooms and an awesome shower upstairs!! Kitchen well equipped and pleasant to cook in. Dining table has room for 10! Kids used backyard for volleyball, easy walk to Atlantic Path.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

yola n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yola

This house it’s about the VIEW from some of the bedrooms from the kitchen and the beautiful big deck all year long ,we loved the clean bathrooms and the kitchen and the whole house Plenty of room on the first floor for people to do different things the living room big and cozy Love the little streets of Rockport and nearby towns a lot of restaurants to choose from and of course for us was must see Salem of course perfect month of the year and the price is reasonable Thank Brenda for letting us stay in your home We call ourselves the gang from CT😊
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Home

The pictures don’t do this property justice. Absolutely beautiful, and very comfortable. The back yard is larger than it looks, perfect place for games like a soccer or corn hole. Didn’t have to contact the owner while there but I did a few times before the trip and she responded immediately. We had 9 people sleeping there and a few more during the day and for meals, and we had plenty of room. Very clean and quite a few small appliances in addition to large stove and refrigerator. We will go back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Rockport stay

Property was very clean. Because it only had 2 bathrooms it was not ideal for 8 adults. Also the TV situation was not the best as the password for the streaming services was not provided. The kitchen knives were very dull and there was insufficient larger bowls. I also think the stove needs to be checked out because one or two of the burners did not heat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best House Rental ever! August 2023

This house was just as listed. Extremely clean, (something that is very important to me) Well stocked with anything you could need. Central location to everything. Easy to get to Rockport downtown, as well as Good Harbor Beach and Gloucester. Neighborhood was great. Very friendly folks. Wonderful trails down to the Atlantic from the house and neighborhood. Incredible views from all balconies and deck. Appliances , furniture was upscale and new. Host very friendly, responsive to questions and helpful. 3 generations stayed here and had a blast. I read all reviews before renting and you always wonder what a rental will be in reality. I can say this was the best rental we have ever stayed in. We are hoping to come again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is in a beautiful neighborhood that is quiet and has beautiful views. It’s so comfortable and clean and the beds were amazing too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house, the setting, the quiet neighborhood and the close proximity to the ocean,state park and town--all were great and appreciated by our group of five best friends of more than 50 years. Highly recommend this VRBO for friend/family reunions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful vacation

Third time staying at Golden Cottage and it again did not disappoint! House is lovely and comfortable in a great location with fabulous views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our stay. Views incredible.

Family vacation with my children and young grandchildren and thoroughly enjoyed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in is a breeze! Communication is wonderful. Lots of supplies to cook with in the kitchen. The house is great for entertaining! Go treasure hunting down at the waters edge.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025