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Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport

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Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Admiral's Quarters

1 Queen Bed

Captain's Quarters

1 King Bed

Pirate's Den

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Skipper's Quarters

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

The Head

Toilet

The Poop Deck

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number C0101532520

About the neighborhood

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this vacation home is in the city center 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.
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Rockport, MA

What's nearby

  • Back Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Front Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shalin Liu Performance Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Motif No 1 - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • T Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 5 min walk
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Common Crow Natural Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Brew - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Talise - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sea Breeze Liquors - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport ?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport on May 21, 2026 start from $675, 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 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 ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Home in the Heart of Rockport located?

Located in the heart of Rockport, this vacation 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.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marci H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved EVERYTHING about this house and the location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a beautiful house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

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

Weekend getaway.

Lovely home and host.We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha K.

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

Summer 2025

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederic P.

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

Our stay at Kingsport in Rockport

Very nice stay. The house had everything we could have wanted and our host was friendly and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Excellent house and location

Wish we had access to garage, other than that great accomodations and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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. .
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve p.

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

Perfect house and location

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!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eliza S.

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

Lovely weekend

We had a wonderful stay for a long weekend in Rockport. The central location of the house made it easy to walk everywhere we wanted to go!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

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

Wonderful stay

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Rockport retreat

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
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kevin b.

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

Location Location Location!

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Family Weekend

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin G.

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

Beauty and comfort in the heart of Rockport

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

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

50th anniversary getaway

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Making memories

We love Rockport and the beach and spending time there together! This home made it possible for us to do that again this year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

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

Girls Trip

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!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Perfection

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Beautiful house in a charming neighborhood

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Anniversary Trip

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan A.

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

Great family house!

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

A tucked away gem

Our family of 4, my sister's family of 5, and our mom really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. It was very convenient to beaches and town. We also enjoyed how close we were to Boston and enjoyed a day there as well. My husband and brother-in-law even made it to a Red Sox game. The house was well stocked with essentials and the owner was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

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

Idyllic Coastal Retreat

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
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

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

Great, charming property just steps from Rockport!

My wife and I loved our stay with my extended family in Rockport at this property. Gretchen made the check-in process very simple and the property is charming and excellent located! I will say the stairs are very steep, but that’s normal for a New England property like this one. The only other thing to know is the third floor primary bedroom (which is beautiful and has an amazing en suite with a soaking tub and shower) technically does not have a door since the entrance is the stairs. Overall - highly recommend this place for small family gatherings or your getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gretchen Osterhout

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Gretchen and her husband Gary are empty nesters. They reside in Rockport year-round.

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