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Granite Pier: Blends craftsmanship with modern amenities. Water views!

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Welcome to Granite Pier!
Welcome to Granite Pier.
The living room.
Enjoy the views of Granite Pier from the bright and cheerful living room.
Wide window view in the living rom.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Rockport, MA
  • Place, Back Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Shalin Liu Performance Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Granite Pier: Blends craftsmanship with modern amenities. Water views!

Granite Pier, with its unparalleled ocean views, is a traditional Cape Ann home with an unusual history. Built in the mid to late 1800’s, it was part of the Rockport Granite Company housing workmen who mined the nearby quarries. Blending traditional craftsmanship with modern amenities, this home is quintessential New England with ocean views from its multiple decks, from the master bedroom and from the sun room. Multiple skylights and large windows let natural light flood in. Granite Pier can be rented in conjunction with sister cottage Granite Cottage (next door) for larger groups.

Explore nearby Gull Cove, which is less than a five-minute walk from the home or travel to the end of the actual Granite Pier (for which the house is named), which affords 270-degree views of the great Atlantic and the Rockport coastline. Go there early in the morning to experience the sunrise over the water. There is a boat launch at the pier just 120 yards from the house, where you can bring your kayaks or stand up paddle boards and explore the area by water. (Kayaks and SUPs can be rented through Atlantic Vacation Homes).

Experience swimming in a fresh water quarry known as Little Parker Pit just up the road a piece (400 yards) and see how refreshing a dip in the quarry is on a hot summer day. Like hikes or running in the woods, then leave the house, walk under the Keystone Bridge made from Rockport granite and enter into the beautiful Dogtown wilderness. Have a boat? You'll find it easy to manage a trailer. Front Beach and Back Beach are also close by.

No Pets. No Smoking.

GROUND FLOOR

Kitchen: Includes corian countertops and a breakfast bar with chairs for 4. The ornamental fireplace adds to the historic feel of the home.

Dining Room: The formal dining room has bay windows that let in plenty of light.

Living Room: Includes a large flat screen smart TV, a large picture window and access to the sun porch and deck.

Sun Room: A 3-season porch with ocean views that can be heated on cooler days or nights.

Bedroom 1: This room includes 2 single beds and a flat-screen TV.

Bathroom 1: Full bathroom with shower.

SECOND FLOOR

Bedroom 2: Master bedroom with a King bed, flat screen TV and AC unit.

Bedroom 3: Queen bed with flat screen TV and AC unit.

Alcove: Daybed with trundle bed and ceiling fan.

Full Bath: Exceptional bathroom with jetted tub, separate shower, and tiled floor.

PARKING

There is off-street parking for 4 cars.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Property Registration Number C0135012520

About the neighborhood

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wingaersheek Beach and Halibut Point State Park, while Rockport Art Association & Museum and Shalin Liu Performance Center are cultural highlights. Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are also worth visiting.
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Rockport, MA

What's nearby

  • Back Beach - 9 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Front Beach - 9 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Shalin Liu Performance Center - 10 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Motif No 1 - 11 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cape Ann - 13 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 2 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Common Crow Natural Market - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Brew - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sea Breeze Liquors - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Talise - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Granite Pier: Blends craftsmanship with modern amenities. Water views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Granite Pier: Blends craftsmanship with modern amenities. Water views!?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Granite Pier: Blends craftsmanship with modern amenities. Water views! on May 3, 2026 start from $1,208, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Granite Pier: Blends craftsmanship with modern amenities. Water views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Granite Pier: Blends craftsmanship with modern amenities. Water views!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Granite Pier: Blends craftsmanship with modern amenities. Water views! located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Granite Pier and Back Beach. Front Beach and Halibut Point Reservation are also within 1 mi (2 km). Rockport Station is 23 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elise H.

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

A FAMILY GATHERING

We so enjoyed our stay. The location, the view, the cleanliness. The house worked great for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay - Property and AVH

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: We were a family of six adults and had an outstanding time at Granite Pier. Description is spot on. COVID added unique challenges and AVH could not have been more flexible or responsive. This property is ideally situated with a water view, excellent kitchen, great multi-level layout, and walking distance to town and quarries. Shout out to Jonathan for his work with us. Highly recommend the property and AVH.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

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

Coastal views

Relaxing, Rockport was great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

A Rockport Winter Gem

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: We thoroughly enjoyed spending our Christmas holiday in this cozy home. Great location - ocean views and a short walk to charming Rockport village. AVH team very responsive.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Loved Rockport

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: First time to the area. The house is well located. Not in the center of town but only a 15-20 minute walk to the small beaches in town along with all the shops, galleries and restaurants. Great view of the water. The house is as described and very nice. We had a couple of minor issues and the management company was very responsive. Overall, we recommend visiting the area and staying at Granite Pier.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Irvine, CA

Excellent location

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: Excellent except all of the outside doors (front door and two doors off the sun room) were extremely difficult to open because warped from the moisture. They need to be shaved.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Natick, MA

Overall a Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second two week vacation at Granite Pier. We love the location and the home is lovely with enough room to share with several friends and family. Everything was clean and the staff was responsive. Our coffee maker was replaced quickly once we reported a problem with it, and an effort was made to resolve the wi-fi problem. There were several maintenance issues which detracted from our full enjoyment of the vacation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Beaitiful property

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: It was a great stay, right near the pier and a beach.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stacy H.

Great Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We decided on a last minute quick trip with our children. Due to COVID the check in is at 4:00 and check out a 9:00. Unfortunately at 4:00, our house was still not ready. Once we were allowed to enter, the home was very clean. The home and views are amazing. I recommend some new window units and additional ones downstairs. The furniture smelled moldy, but after the air started circulating it was better. For a last minute rental, it was very enjoyable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Natick, MA

Wonderful home by the sea

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: We booked this rental before we knew we would face restrictions because of COVID-19. We were so glad we did! Getting away to the coast without having to leave the Commonwealth was just what we needed. Everything was very comfortable. Especially loved being able to eat on the shaded outdoor deck/patio.

About the host

Hosted by Atlantic Vacation Homes

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Atlantic Vacation Homes is the premier vacation home rental & real estate company on Boston's North Shore, with over 30 years of creating dream vacations for our guests. Situated a little more than a half-hour’s drive from downtown Boston, the North Shore is the ideal spot for an east coast vacation. We specialize in coastal vacation rentals for families, large groups, and anyone else who wants a beach vacation in Massachusetts.

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