From the private deck of Granite Cottage, take in views of sailboats on Sandy Bay and experience the tranquil surroundings. With a kayak or paddleboard launch nearby, explore Rockport's coastline at your own pace. This charming cottage features high ceilings and skylights for an airy feel.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom62 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Granite Cottage: Pigeon Cove Delight
Granite Cottage, just renovated in 2025, affords plenty of peace and privacy in Pigeon Cove. With windows and doors that open onto the ocean-view deck or to a lush courtyard, there is beauty at every turn. Steps away is Little Parker Pit, a freshwater quarry for that early morning wake up swim or afternoon refresher.
From the parking area, walk up about 10 steps to its private deck with water views and enter the cottage. The open-plan living room/dining room/kitchen has cathedral ceilings and a skylight. The main living area flows past the kitchen to the Queen bedroom and a full bath with tiled shower. Mini-splits provide both cooling and heating, making the cottage comfortable all year.
In it's history, the cottage was the blacksmith's shed where where the oxen, working the nearby granite quarries, were shod. Vestiges can be seen throughout the house and in the courtyard once the floor of the oxen barn.
From the private deck, enjoy the views of Sandy Bay dotted with sailboats. Or, walk down the quiet lane to Granite Pier and experience the unsurpassed views of the sun rising over the Atlantic Ocean, and of fishing boats moored nearby. The full moon over Granite Pier is spectacular, and even locals come here to experience its glow. Just steps away at Granite Pier (about 120 yards from the house,) you can launch your kayak or SUP and explore the coastline.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near the sea
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)
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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
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 C0135012520
About the area
Located in Rockport, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Paper House and Motif No 1 are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Halibut Point State Park and Thatcher Island National Wildlife Refuge. Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are also worth visiting. Visit our Rockport travel guide
Is Granite Cottage: Pigeon Cove Delight pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Granite Cottage: Pigeon Cove Delight?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Granite Cottage: Pigeon Cove Delight?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Granite Cottage: Pigeon Cove Delight?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Granite Cottage: Pigeon Cove Delight located?
Located in the heart of Rockport, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Granite Pier and Back Beach. Front Beach and Shalin Liu Performance Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). Rockport Station is 22 minutes by foot.
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Granite Cottage: Pigeon Cove Delight Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Very nice cottage, clean, well decorated and every thing we needed was provided. Quiet, parking was a little awkward but manageable for one car. Nice garden though not well tended. Saw a few carpenter ants on deck and in the house. Would recommend for a couple. The pull out couch bed had a mattress cover that was half the size of the bed, strange.
The location was outstanding-walking distance to quarry, beach, halibut point and downtown. Loved the pier right down the street.
Michal Fox S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Chuck B.
5 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Poor upkeep.
We weren't told where the door was with the push-button lock. I fell upon entering because there is a step down upon entering with no warning. You cannot open a window for cross-ventilation, The pull-down blind on the patio door fell off and cut my wife's hand. The pull-down blind in the bedroom had to be hand-rolled up and down each morning and night, The umbrella on the patio is broken. The vent in the bathroom doesn't work. The couch is so slippery that after sitting on it for 20 minutes or so the cushions slide out and must be pushed back in place. The other tenants parked in front of our entrance way. The tv was impossible to figure out.
Beautiful location, a little more maintenance needed
The location of this rental is beautiful, overlooking Granite Pier and the water. We loved sitting on the deck, walking down to the pier in the morning with our little one, and the ease of getting to town (it’s walkable, but a little harrowing to cross the narrow bridge around a curve with no real sidewalk, so we only did the walk once). The washer and dryer in such a small place were greatly appreciated. The property itself is cute—love the skylight and the big casement window in the bedroom!— but in need of a little love. Half of the windows won’t open, which means it’s hard to catch those ocean breezes and it’s necessary to run the AC a lot of the time. But the AC units are old, and the one in the bedroom produced a mildew odor that filled the small cottage when it was on. The outdoor furniture is on its last legs, and the fridge is pretty old—it leaked on the floor one day and froze some of our veggies, but it did keep the beer cold! Note: this is a much better place for adults than young children. There’s a steep flight of stairs off the deck that is also the main entrance to the property, and riding herd on an 18-month-old was anxiety-producing. As another guest mentioned, the couch is the kind you slide off if you sit on it for very long, and the entrance door is a little tricky to find. Make sure to follow the directions provided, and not Google!
We enjoyed the location of the cottage because we had family in Pigeon Cove and near Old Garden Beach. It was easy to walk to downtown, front and back beach, Little Parker’s quarry and to Pigeon Cove. The cottage is very small and the bedroom is right on Granite St. However, a window fan or the a/c blocks out street noise. The kitchen is well appointed and the pullout couch is very comfortable. The deck is nice.
Helen W.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Somerville, NJ
3 June 2021
Wonderful little place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is a perfect little house that has all the right stuff. A cozy interior, a great location, and a beautiful view!
A guest from Somerville, NJ
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Somerville, NJ
3 June 2021
Wonderful little place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is a perfect little house that has all the right stuff. A cozy interior, a great location, and a beautiful view!