Beachfront retreat - just steps from ocean

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A residential area with a view of the ocean and a ship in the distance.
A cozy living room with a grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a colorful rug.
A marina with boats docked, a wooden building on the right, and a tree in the foreground.
A balcony with a view of a house, a car, and a grassy field.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • On-site fitness center
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • On-site fitness center
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Rockport, MA
  • Place, Cape Hedge Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Good Harbor Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Salem Witch Museum
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Loft

3 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this cottage is on the beach. Thatcher Island National Wildlife Refuge and Ravenswood Park 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 cycling and hiking.
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Rockport, MA

What's nearby

  • Long Beach - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Cape Hedge Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Good Harbor Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cape Ann - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Salem Witch Museum - 34 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 11 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lobster of Gloucester - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seaport Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Subs - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront retreat - just steps from ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront retreat - just steps from ocean?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront retreat - just steps from ocean?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront retreat - just steps from ocean located?

Nestled on the beach, this Rockport cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Long Beach, Cape Hedge Beach, and Good Harbor Beach. Pebble Beach and Cape Ann are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was fantastic. Just as described and had everything we needed. The hosts were great. they were so helpful when we had a booking snag at our end and then again when we had some questions just before coming. They even reached out when we accidentally left something behind. Overall, just a really great interaction and a wonderful property and week at the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was immaculate and view is outstanding. Truly "steps from ocean"; the "sweet spot" of Long Beach - so quick to get to the seawall and down the stairs to the sand. Yes, you CAN hear the waves. Parking was ample and very convenient. Communication with owner was perfect - so responsive, anything we needed had an answer instantly and so easy to work with. Great layout, spacious for extended family to hang out and enjoy. Kids LOVED the loft. Everything felt clean and bright - we've stayed in about a half dozen properties along Long Beach, this is the best yet. Plenty of resources available (linens, towels, well-appointed kitchen) to make your stay enjoyable. The neighborhood was quiet, but still plenty to do (tennis, long walks) - very relaxing stay. Highly recommend, thanks again to the homeowners. We WILL be back!
View from the front porch, the front of the house is all windows.
You can see the ocean from the back porch, too
Marsh view behind the house
Marsh view behind the house
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay on Long Beach

This place is terrific. Very clean and well-kept. Only a few steps away from the waterfront. It's a great place to stay for a week on Long Beach. A good supply of beach chairs, umbrellas, and toys is available. The owners could not be more friendly and accommodating -- communicating at just the right times with just the right information. We had many visitors during our stay, all of whom remarked on how nice the cottage is and how lucky we were to find it. Would definitely rent this place again. Thanks, Mark and Joanne!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
We are so happy you enjoyed your visit and would love to host you again!
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