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Walk to Town & Train, Rockport Beaches & Shops – 3BR, AC, Parking

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Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Rockport, MA
  • Place, Front Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Shalin Liu Performance Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Motif No 1
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Walk to Town & Train, Rockport Beaches & Shops – 3BR, AC, Parking

Just an hour from Boston, this classic New England cottage puts you in the heart of Rockport.

Stroll to Front and Back Beaches, grab an ice cream on Bearskin Neck, or walk to the Rockport commuter rail station and take it straight to the heart of Salem for easy access to all the Halloween fun—no traffic or parking stress. You can even stay on the train and head into Boston—totally hassle-free!

Inside, you'll find a fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances, central A/C, and blazing-fast Wi-Fi (500 Mbps). The layout includes one queen bedroom downstairs, plus a queen and full bed upstairs. We’ve got everything covered: towels, linens, and a washer/dryer — all ready for your stay.

You're also just a short drive to Halibut Point or Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester. Whether you're tide pooling, gallery hopping, or just relaxing with your pup (we’re pet-friendly!), this is the ideal North Shore escape.

PLEASE NOTE:
1. The stairs to the second floor are steep and may not be suitable for guests with mobility concerns.
2. The home is located on a small town main road, and some vehicle noise may be heard indoors.
3. The upstairs bedrooms connect through open doorways—there are no doors, but the rooms are offset, so there’s no direct line of sight and both feel private. Great for families or close friends.
4. The twin bedroom also contains the washer and dryer. It’s a private first-floor room with a door—great for a child, teen, or solo guest.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Stairs to the second-floor bedrooms are steep
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Well behaved pets welcome with permission.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking/vaping is not allowed inside the property.

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 C0025422520

About the neighborhood

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this vacation home is by the sea. Halibut Point State Park and Thatcher Island National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester. Rocky Neck Art Colony and Essex Shipbuilding Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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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
  • Halibut Point Reservation - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 4 min walk
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Common Crow Natural Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Brew - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Talise - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sea Breeze Liquors - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Town & Train, Rockport Beaches & Shops – 3BR, AC, Parking pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Town & Train, Rockport Beaches & Shops – 3BR, AC, Parking?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Town & Train, Rockport Beaches & Shops – 3BR, AC, Parking on May 12, 2026 start from $399, 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 Walk to Town & Train, Rockport Beaches & Shops – 3BR, AC, Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Town & Train, Rockport Beaches & Shops – 3BR, AC, Parking?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Town & Train, Rockport Beaches & Shops – 3BR, AC, Parking located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Back Beach and Front Beach. Shalin Liu Performance Center and Rockport Art Association & Museum are also within 15 minutes. Rockport Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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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

Patti H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and great communication with the host!! Great location, we had a great trip!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property. Pristine and well appointed. Close to beach and shops. Would stay there again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was awesome. Everything you needed was included . If I was to go to Rockport again I would definitly rent this wonderful home
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

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

Weekend getaway

The house was beautiful and the location was perfect distance from the downtown area. I would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our family of four and our dog. It was well equipped with everything we needed in the kitchen and was a great central location to spend time with family and friends in Rockport. Front Beach, and Bearskin Neck are in close walking distance. We enjoyed dinner the Lobster Pool and Talise, saw a movie at the Cape Ann Community Cinema and walked to the Dairy Train for ice cream many times. Lots of fun!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

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

Great place in Rockport.

We have stayed at six different places in Rockport, and this set up is the best. Great host with a well equipped home, good location, short, walk into town, and good parking. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Amazing Week

We had a wonderful stay in Rockport! The house was perfect for our group of 6 adults and one dog. Location was amazing. We had such a great week! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Enjoyed the stay

We had a very enjoyable visit. The welcome package was well used and enjoyed. The one bathroom was workable but rough on people sleeping on the second floor. Overall, the 4 of us enjoyed the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

Wonderful place!

This property is as advertised...clean, private, safe. Short walk to the beach and the shops of downtown Rockport, train station is a 2 minute walk. There were three adults in our party but room for two couples and two singles - more space than we needed. Every item and supply you might want for a day at the beach or cooking a meal was provided. Would recommend and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Great property!

We stayed here for a couple of weeks while our house renovation was being completed nearby. The property is wonderful, clean, spacious, and well equipped. Being locals, I can say it is in a very central area, with easy access to downtown Rockport, the train to Boston, and the beach. Erin the owner was wonderful to work with. We would recommend this property to anyone wishing to enjoy the beauty of Cape Ann!
Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonia F.

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

Great place to stay in Rockport

The house it's just beautiful. It's in a great location, easy to drive anywhere you want to go. The home has AC, and there were fans also.The kitchen had everything one would need. The beds were very comfortable. There were plenty of towels,pillows and blankets. The stairs to the up stairs bedrooms are steep as in home description. They weren't really a problem for us, but definitely something to note. Communication with the host was great. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute and quaint house with a pretty backyard. So close to town and the train, as well as the beach. The kitchen was really well equipped and you can easily cook a big meal, plus there is a grill in the backyard. The host was fantastic about communicating with me when I left something behind. Highly recommend this comfy home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nora Z.

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

July 2022

Lovely property with everything you could need. Location was great- 10 min walk to beach, 15 min walk to shops. Unfortunately construction across street was a bit loud but we were out most days. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Quick getaway

My husband and I wanted to go Whale Watching so we booked Erin’s house. The house was Perfect….warm, welcoming and so comfortable. Erin gave great ideas for where to go, what to do. Unfortunately a storm prohibited us from whale watching but we loved touring around Rockport, Gloucester and Salem. Definitely a great weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

The Perfect Oasis

The location of this house was perfect for the slower paced vacation we were hoping for traveling with a toddler. We were able to easily walk down to Front beach, Bearskin Neck, and many excellent restaurants and shops. It was also a short drive away from having awesome day trips to Ipswich, Gloucester, and even Salem. For those who love to visit in larger towns and cities, but prefer to unwind and relax outside of them, this location was absolutely perfect! We couldn't have asked for a better place, location, or host. We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Lovely Rockport!

The home is absolutely lovely! Very spacious for 5 adults. The updated kitchen has anything you would possibly need for “stay in” meals. The gas grill has all the utensils too. Bedrooms are spacious in size. The bathroom is gorgeous with a nice walk in shower! The outdoor back patio is perfect for an afternoon read or cocktails outside. We loved the walk ability to Rockport beaches, village and Bearskins Neck. Check in very easy too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bart S.

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

We had a wonderful week

The house was clean, well equipped and convenient to nearby attractions in Rockport and Gloucester. Front Beach is a beautiful spot and less than half-a-mile away. The backyard is larger than it looks in the pictures and very private. There are plenty of beach chairs and towels. The spacious kitchen is well equipped and includes ample seating for dining at the table and breakfast bar. The washer and dryer are quiet and efficient. My wife, dog and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Briana T.

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

Another great stay at this house!

We stayed at this house for a week in summer 2021 and I was eager to rebook it for our trip to Rockport this year! We stayed 10 nights and loved every minute of it—just like last time! I travel with my kids (12&14) and it is such a perfect location. We walk into town multiple times a day (the Mill Pond and cemetery path is our favorite!). The beds are very comfortable and the house offers all the amenities you could need. I can’t tell you how amazing it is to put on a few of the provided backpack beach chairs, pack a cooler, and walk 5 minutes to the beach—avoiding the hassle and costs of traffic and beach parking! The kids are already planning our next stay at this property! Erin is a friendly and quick communicator as well.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Amazing stay in Rockport

First let me say that Erin's attention to detail and communication are the best I have ever encountered using VRBO. Perfect instructions before we checked in, a lovely gift, and a digital board with so much useful information and history of the house.Rockport is amazing and beautiful. The house is perfectly situated close to downtown, beaches, parks, the train station. The house is plenty spacious and updated. Plenty of games, books, TVs. Kitchen is well stocked with utensils and cookware. The backyard is beautiful and private. I cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed the house. Definitely take Erin's recommendations, we dined at so many great restaurants she recommended. We love Rockport brewery be sure to check it out. Saltys bagels are so tasty. We did a whale watching cruise, got to see two humpback whales, truly an experience. Halibut Point state Park is beautiful. The Crane Mansion did not disappoint. We traveled by train to Salem and Boston, it was great and super easy to travel on the train. The weekend pass is a great deal.This was such a great vacation for my family and look forward to returning. Cannot recommend enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I booked this property for a small group of friends (women over 60) who get together annually for a few days each fall to relax and reconnect. The house is beautiful and comfortable, and we were impressed by the owner’s attention to details. We have already made our reservation for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfectly clean and fully met our needs! It's comfortable yet efficient and in a great locarion so that one can walk to town pretty easily. We already booked our stay for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had wonderful time in Rockport! The space was well-equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was close to Front Beach and the popular Bearskin Neck shopping area. The host was incredibly welcoming and responsive, providing helpful recommendations and making sure we had everything we needed.We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Better than First Time!!!

Our second stay at this perfect family house was magnificent! We literally felt as comfortable as if we were home. We cook virtually all our meals. The kitchen couldn’t have been better prepared. While not huge , the house offers privacy alongside family gathering spaces simultaneously. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penelope S.

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

Family vacation

The house was clean and comfortable with a well stocked kitchen. Shore walk to beach and town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Great house in a super convenient location

We had a fantastic time at Erin's place! It is a lovely house close to beloved Millbrook Meadow and Front Beach. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

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