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Walk to the ocean, very private. Secluded, woodsy location.

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Lake view

Explore the area

Map
Gloucester, MA
  • Halibut Point State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cape Ann
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Wingaersheek Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the area

Rockport

Seaside stay .You'll find Halibut Point State Park and Plum Cove Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this apartment. Halibut Point Reservation and Paper House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Halibut Point State Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Shalin Liu Performance Center - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Cape Ann - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Good Harbor Beach - 22 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 25 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 12 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Long Beach Dairy Maid - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fish Shack Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Subs - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Brew Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Walk to the ocean, very private. Secluded, woodsy location.

We are a cozy studio in a unique setting. There is a babbling brook that runs through the property to the ocean. This was a granite-quarrying site many years ago, and the property retains the remnants of a granite road used by ox carts to move granite blocks to the schooners. There is wild life on occasion, we recently had a great blue heron for several days. State park on the ocean is a 20 min walk.

Property manager

philip cole

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling 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

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0331691070

Walk to the ocean, very private. Secluded, woodsy location. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant and private

My host was hospitable and helpful. The entire area, including the town, is pleasant and welcoming. The ocean is probably within walking distance for guests who are not encumbered by physical constraints. I really enjoyed the spots by the brook. The property has wonderful potential, and host seems committed to necessary upgrades to better accommodate colder temperatures. I would consider staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Stay

Beautiful, cozy stay near the ocean. Beautiful views a short walk away. Because of the weather we didn't get to use much of the outdoor space, but several nice chairs outside. Felt pretty private, separate entrance from rest of house. The grill was a nice touch, but nowhere to sit and eat inside (other than the bed) so we didn't get a chance to cook. Thanks for the lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Salem trip

Great area. Secluded. Suggest that you have your own vehicle for getting around. Phil was a great host. Helped us with all our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariah J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Phil was very kind and accommating with us when our babysitting fell through and had to bring our 2 year old daughter along. Very responsive to questions and messages I sent him. Thanks for the great stay Phil!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little studio

Very nice place. Picturesque outside. Clean inside. Phil was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical

What a magical nature retreat. Just what we needed. Phil went out of his way to make our stay extraordinary. We will be back, Lisa and Holly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stony Brook

Very comfortable and private. Perfect stay for a visit to our daughter and SIL in Beverly. Hope to be back in Spring
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not for a Big Guy

The room was clean and Philipp was very helpful,but if your a Big Guy like me the bathroom was extremely small
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and pretty

Cozy, wooded location. Quiet . Sitting area outside patio door. Just great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaci C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical retreat

I loved staying in this simple little efficiency. This part of Massachusetts is truly a hidden gem. Philip was very welcoming and gracious. The property was beautiful (I saw a bunny, chipmunks, a deer) and the space was comfortable. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis/Anthony Q. Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, wish we stayed longer!

This was my happy place for the weekend. We attended a wedding in Gloucester and had the best place to stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway

Beautiful, peaceful, wooded getaway in a part of Gloucester with which we were previously unfamiliar.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikenna K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Property

Phil, the host, met us when we arrived to make sure we found the place before it is more secluded. The property was gorgeous and peaceful. My husband and I sat outside each morning of our stay and drank our coffee together. Good location too. Downtown Rockport is a short drive. Hammond Castle and downtown Salem aren’t too far either.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabra N.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Gem in Gloucester

Phil was an amazing host! Met us when we arrived and showed us around his beautiful property. Having a grill and a firepit were amazing for us. Phil told us a bit of history of the property and surrounding area and even about a "secret" ocean spot! We were close to everything we wanted to see and more! Definitely a favorite for us! Thanks for everything Phil!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, great peaceful location!

This was such a cute place! Nice quiet location! Walking distance to a cute little beach. Phil was very nice and had some great recommendations of things to see in the area. I would love to go back a stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Indira R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Stay

The place was cute, I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stew D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Clean and cozy studio. Was working in the area for a few days and was a relaxing place to come back to in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet & Calm

Woke up drinking coffee to baby deer greeting us outside. Hiked around Mass & NH for the weekend. Was a great spot to rest.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely setting

Lovely and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023