Discover the charming house in Rockport, just steps from the beach and town. Enjoy the nautical ship theme, gourmet kitchen with bar-height table and eight chairs, game corner with table and six chairs. Relax on two patios or unwind in one of four beautifully decorated bedrooms.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
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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.
Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport
Gorgeous house in Rockport, steps to beach, town, train, Shalin Liu performance center! This home is located on a quiet side street, surrounded by beautiful flowers and shady trees, overlooking Mill Brook. Stroll to Front Beach in 5 minutes, or to the shops and restaurants of Bearskin Neck in less than 10 minutes. Step aboard and enjoy the home's Nautical ship theme. The fully equipped gourmet kitchen (the Galley) opens to an atrium-ceiling eating area with bar-height table and eight chairs. The living quarters feature a 50” flat-screen TV, leather couch and chairs, and a game corner with table and 6 chairs. Enjoy the built-in cabinet full of books, games and puzzles for all ages! The luxurious 3rd floor master suite - otherwise known as the Captain's Quarters - features a king bed and a spa-like bathroom with double sinks, soaking tub, and oversized shower with rain-head. Three additional bedrooms include the Admiral's quarters (1 queen), the Skipper's quarters (1 full bed with twin trundle), and the Pirate's Den, with it's stunning wall mural and set of 2 bunk beds (4 twins). Beautiful outdoor space includes 2 patios, gas grill, and outdoor games. Bonus room in the garage houses a ping-pong table, beach cart, beach chairs, umbrella, sand toys & cooler. Two and one-half bathrooms (full bath both second and third floor, half bath on first floor). Also includes washer/dryer, air-conditioning, and off-street parking for 3 cars!. Come enjoy everything Cape Ann has to offer while enjoying luxury accommodations.
Please note that the bedrooms are on the 2nd and 3rd floors of older home with steep stairs - house may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
For the security of our guests and the safety of our home there is 1 operational security camera located on the outside of the garage facing the driveway. The camera records both visually and audibly.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the city centre
Near the sea
Things to do
Table tennis
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
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, 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 C0101532520
About the area
Located in Rockport, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Rockport Art Association & Museum and Shalin Liu Performance Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Paper House and Motif No 1. Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are also worth visiting. Visit our Rockport travel guide
Is Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport located?
Located in the heart of Rockport, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Back Beach, Front Beach and Shalin Liu Performance Center. Rockport Art Association & Museum and Bradley Wharf are also within 15 minutes. Rockport Station is 5 minutes by foot.
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Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport Reviews
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We loved this home. The location was in a quiet neighborhood that was walking distance to everything. The beach, shopping, and dining. We enjoyed the outdoor areas of the home to relax too. We would absolutely stay here again.
We loved our stay at Gretchen's house in Rockport. Every need was accounted for, and we immediately felt at home. Walkable to small beaches and Rockport Center, and just a 10-minute drive from one of the best beaches in the northeast at Good Harbor. Can't wait to book here again!
The home was perfect for the ten of us (2 grandparents, 4 parents, and 4 grandchildren) to celebrate our 50th as a family. It is close to the beach and close to downtown. Gretchen was an outstanding host, we highly recommend this VRBO property.
Cottage is in a great location, quiet street with lots of privacy and short walk to Front Beach and Bearskin Neck. Yard is perfect for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. House is well equipped, beds comfortable. Owner was friendly and responsive. Definitely staying there again!
The house is bright, beautiful, well stocked, and SO clean. It’s in a charming neighborhood within walking distance of galleries, shops, restaurants, and the beach, and a quick drive to Salem. Our host was flexible, friendly, and helpful. We had a lovely time despite cold, rainy weather.
Our sons and their families joined us for an anniversary trip. The house was perfect for us. Great location, close to train and short walk to harbor. Gretchen was wonderful, even purchased a pack n play as we had little ones along. The baby gates were super helpful also. Would definitely recommend this house to others.
We just enjoyed the best vacation rental ever! (And I'm particular!)The home was even better than depicted online. Extremely clean and updated yet it retained the history and character of a 19th century home which transported us fully into vacation mode. We loved the quiet neighborhood that was only a quick walk to the ocean, dinning, shops, an adorable park and every other convenience we needed during the week. The house is only a short drive to Good Harbor beach and the highway to get to other communities, but we felt very peaceful and snug in our wooded glen.Spend some time relaxing in the shady garden and admiring the colors of sunset from the awesome master suite on the third floor.The owner was responsive and very friendly. 10/10
We had an incredible week in this tucked away gem in Rockport. The house was immaculate and every detail has been thought through for guests. Very few rental homes provide more than a roll or two of toilet paper. Gretchen has provided linens, beach towels, beach chairs, soap, tissues and all of the basics for cooking. The home is peaceful, spacious and fully appointed. We would stay again in a heartbeat. Thank you!
For my family, we could not have asked for a more perfect location for our (2025) stay in Rockport. It is tucked away on a quiet side street but an easy and pleasant walk to the beach and the main part of town. We enjoyed morning walks to get coffee and evening walks to ice cream often taking a short cut through the near by park. Having morning coffee on the patio or lying in the hammock amongst the shade of tall trees was idyllic. We made a day trip to Boston (1 h 20 min to North Station) by walking just a little over a block to the rail station. The main part of the house is historic (not sure how old) but very nicely and newly renovated. For us, some of the peculiarities of the house, such as the quirky skinny stairs, and slightly uneven wide planked wood floors was all pure New England charm. The kitchen and dining area are part of a newer addition to the home that is quality built and modern. Amenities such as quality cotton sheets and towels, beach chairs with umbrella and cart, having soap for the dishwasher and clothes washer were much appreciated.(Thank you Gretchen!) Gretchen is wonderful to interact with. We did not have any problems during our stay but she met us when we arrived and was responsive to communications and questions having many great suggestions. We will definitely be looking at this house again for our next trip to Rockport.
We loved staying at this home. The location was PERFECT, walking distance to the beach and town but still on a quiet street. Had all the amenities we needed for our group of ten. Will definitely be coming back!
Gretchen is the best host and her house is Absolutely beautiful ! And you can’t beat the location! This was my fourth time staying there and we will definitely be back next year.
My family rented this house for my wedding weekend. The wedding was in my in-law's backyard nearby, but this was perfect for my family who were visiting from out of town.
We had an incredible week at this property! Our family spends the week of the fourth every year on the north shore. Staying in rockport was a perfect location for us. We enjoyed walking to the beach, restaurants, and shops. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. The house itself was clean and comfortable, and had every amenity we could need. Each room was beautifully decorated and we all slept soundly. I would highly recommend this spot!!
Well stocked house in a great location
Beautiful master suite
Nice private area for our group of 10
Owners very helpful and responsive to our needs
Highly recommend
This was the second time we rented the cottage from Gretchen and Gary. The house is very clean, well equipped and comfortable. The owners are fantastic, very friendly and responsive. Gary responded within minutes when I contacted them about watching the Red Sox game. Everything about this cottage is perfect from location to Front Beach, Bearskin Neck and train station. .
Beautiful house. Great location! We will definitely look to rent this property again! Walking distance to the beach which is great because parking is tough!
We had a wonderful stay at this Rockport home. Gretchen was great to work with and responded quickly to any questions I had. Check in and out was the easiest of any location I have ever stayed at!!!
Loved the property and would happily recommend it!
What a lovely home! All five of my kids had their own bed, there was plenty of space to spread out, eat, and play family games. It was so nice not to have to pack all the beach towels, boogie boards, and beach stuff because it was already there! The walk to front beach was easy and the town of Rockport was so cute and the perfect place for a family stay full of adventure!