Private Annisquam Cottage - Close to Diamond Cove
- Minimum stay:7 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Antique Annisquam home nestled back from Lobster Cove (seasonal views) and just a 10 minute walk to private, beautiful Lighthouse beach and rocky Diamond Cove (beach passes included) Large yard, flat quiet property with stone patio in front - perfect outdoor living space. Back deck with new outdoor shower. One double bedroom downstairs and two bedrooms incl sleeping porch upstairs: 1 queen and 1 set of twin beds. Cozy attic with twin beds and half bath. Eat-in kitchen and living room with large family room, and laundry room off the kitchen. Home is light and airy with lots of antique details and great livable space... a perfect getaway. Small, well behaved dogs considered with pet fee. The Market restaurant just a short walk away for dinner on the water. Enjoy all that Gloucester and Cape Ann have to offer.....boating, fishing, swimming, and sea kayaking, vibrant art community. Boston & Salem Ma. less than an hour away.
About Annisquam - Gloucester: Gloucester, founded in 1623, is America's oldest seaport. It is the quintessential New England town. Among the many maritime activities offered by Gloucester are: world class whale-watching expeditions, lighthouse tours, stunning destination beaches, the Gloucester Schooner Adventure, the Cape Ann Historical Museum, fishing and boating opportunities in abundance, excellent seafood restaurants, and a lively nightlife rich with live music and theatre. Annisquam, the particular North-Gloucester village our cottage is located in, is known for its freshwater granite quarries, its sunsets over Ipswich Bay, and its remarkable immunity to the unpleasant clutter of industrialization. Rockport is a historical and thriving artist colony. Its local restaurants and art galleries are visited by thousands of tourists each year. Our cottage is only 1 mile from Rockport’s Halibut Point State Park, and 3 miles from its famous Bearskin Neck. We are less than 1 hour from Boston by car.
Property Type
- Cottage
- 2100 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Pets Considered
- Non Smoking Only
- Children Welcome
- Suitable For Elderly Or Infirm
- Wheelchair Inaccessible
Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
Other Amenities
- Small, well-trained dogs are considered, along with a pet deposit.
Entertainment
- Games
- Radio
- Satellite / Cable
- Books
- CD Player
- Television
- Games For Kids
- Stereo
Theme
- Away From It All
- Family
Attractions
- Restaurants
- Churches
- Library
- Museums
Car
- Necessary
Leisure Activities
- Whale Watching
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
local services and businesses
- Massage Therapist
- ATM/Bank
- Hospital
- Medical Services
- Groceries
Location Type
- Beach
- Near The Ocean
sports and adventure activities
- Surf Fishing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Cycling
- Fly Fishing
- Sailing
- Deepsea Fishing
- Fishing
- Surfing
- Swimming
Arrival Day
- Saturday
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Area
General
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Hair Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Toilet Paper
- Parking Off Street
- Internet
- Fireplace
- Basic Soaps
- Clothes Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Alarm Clock
- Wireless Internet
- Washing Machine
- Towels Provided
- Local Activities Guide
Kitchen
- Toaster
- Blender
- Freezer
- Refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils
- Microwave
- Pantry Items
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Lobster Pot
- Coffee Maker
- Stove
Outside
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
- Large Cooler
- Wood Deck
- Beach Chairs
- Walkway To Water
- Beach Towels
- Child's Swing
- Lawn / Garden
Reviews
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Serenity Now in Annisquam
Serenity Now in Annisquam
- Guest Chris
- Date of stay 07/31/10
- Review Submitted 01/26/11
If you like Cape Ann and quiet historic villages then Annisquam, Massachusetts is for you. The Red Cottage is a perfect place from which you can access both the town beach and the town of Annisquam. The house is full of charm but has modern amenities as well. It comfortably sleeps a bunch of folks and has neat stairways and hidden rooms. It worked great for a mixed bunch of adults and kids. One of the nicest features is the almost completely private yard. In the summer with all the leaves on the trees, you can barely see the neighbors. There is a nice deck on the back adjacent to a big yard which is great for a frisbee or whiffle ball. On the other side of the house there is a lovely shaded seating area where we spent a good deal of time on our vacation last summer. The town beach in Annisquam is small but great for kids. Although it dissapears almost entirely at high tide, anytime in between it is flat with little surf and shallow water. It provides great views of boats coming in and out of the Annisquam river as well. The beach is a bit of a long walk ( maybe 3/4 of a mile) so we generally take a car and shuttle people over to the beach entrance and then just park one car there. During the week there is generally no problem with parking. On weekends you have to be a little more flexible. The town center is a great place to walk around. The area has been occupied since about 1623 so there is lots of history. Check out the footbridge where you can jump off at high tide if you are brave and the marina restaurant where you can have breakfast on the deck overlooking the harbor. If you venture out of Annisquam, the rest of Cape Ann has much to offer. Rockport is a tourest mecca and has lots of great shops on Bearskin Neck. Gloucester is also a great place to visit. It has a wonderful old main street with lots of shops and good restaurants. Early every August they have a great sidewalk fair where they close main street to traffic and all sorts of vendors and food kiosks set up on the street. As you head back to Annisquam on route 127, keep an eye out for the signs for Halibut Point State Park. It is an old quarry right out at the point and is a great day trip. Just past that turnoff is the Lobster Cove Restaurant. It is a great place to stop in and see the sun set with a fresh boiled lobster in your lap. My family has been vacationing in Annisquam on and off for 30 years and we are convinced it is one of the hidden jewels of the Massachusetts coastline. Enjoy!Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Fall, Winter & Spring Holiday Apr 1 - May 17, 2013 7 night min stay |
$1200 | |||||
| Early Summer May 18 - Jun 7, 2013 7 night min stay |
$1500 | |||||
| Summer Jun 8 - Sep 14, 2013 7 night min stay |
$1900 | $7500 | ||||
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Notes: Plus $400 Security deposit & $200 per Dog fee. $100 Cleaning fee will be deducted from Security. |
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Fees and Taxes:
- Cleaning $100
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Photos
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Front Yard
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1st Floor Double Bedroom
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Master Bedroom on 2nd floor - 4 full windows
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Dining area off kitchen
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1st Floor Bathroom
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Attic - large windows on left & right of picture
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2nd Floor Bathroom
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Living Room - (peek into kitchen at right)
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Family Room
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Kitchen
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Lighthouse Beach at low tide
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Sliding doors to stone porch outside
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Living Room
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