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Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly!

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Magnolia Beach
Magnolia Pier a great place for kids to jump off of at high tide
Birdseye view of the Bungalow-by-the-beach and neighborhood
Nice yard for kids to play after beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
  • Place, Gray Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Coolidge Reservation
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, White Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Guest room

1 Twin Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly!

5 minute walk to private Manchester Beach, village shops & restaurants! Bedrooms have AC! Enjoy the cool ocean breeze through the double french doors of this bright sunny open concept modern Beach Bungalow!! Walk out onto a large porch to sit in sun or under the covered Farmers porch out on outdoor sofa & teak patio set for lunch or BBQ. Enjoy the nice yard for kids or dog to play and hot outdoor shower for after beach. The property is surrounded by trees that give great privacy and a long driveway offers plenty of parking. Short walking or biking distance to: village, beach, bay, pier, shops, restaurants and beautiful sunsets while walking your dog on Shore Road. Explore all the natural beauty and history of Cape Ann: Gloucester, Rockport, Essex and Manchester within a short drive and without the traffic of Cape Cod!!.Take a rainy day train ride, along the picturesque North Shore, to experience the amazing old history of Salem & Boston. A real New England Classic Summah beach cottage for your summer family vacation!! Grey Beach (a.k.a. Magnolia Beach is a mixed availability beach w/the East end public for your use to sit, swim, kayak, etc.)
(Bath & beach towels are provided and the additional sleep space is a 8' cushioned window seat in living room, see in photos)

*Singing Beach Pass is available from Town of Manchester.

**Off Season Longterm Rental is available September 1, 2025- May 31, 2026 (Please inquire)
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
No dogs furniture, responsible for hair removal
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
DOG owners: remove ALL pet hair from furniture and sweep thoroughly!! Please leave house tidy, remove all trash, empty refrigerator and bins. Leave all used towels on deck or railing outside. Thanks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No Large Parties or Events, dogs not allowed on furniture, please respect house and belongings. Thank you

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number MA12181962
Property # 2813085
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Gloucester

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Magnolia, a neighborhood in Gloucester. Hammond Castle and Fishermen's Memorial Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maritime Gloucester and Rocky Neck Art Colony. Long Hill and Appleton Farms Grass Rides are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing.
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Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA

What's nearby

  • Gray Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Black Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Coolidge Reservation - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • White Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 17 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • West Gloucester Station - 6 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Open Door Food Pantry - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Midori - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Magnolia 525 Tavern - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Causeway Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly!?

As of May 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly! on Aug 21, 2026 start from $443, 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 private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly! located?

Located in Magnolia, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gray Beach, Coolidge Reservation, and Black Beach. White Beach and Hammond Castle 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 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Open, bright and clean house with a great location a 5 min walk from the beach. The wrap-around porch was lovely for to sitting out. John was very responsive and checked in during my stay to see how everything was. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan M.

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

Lovely stay!

A+, John is a wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dietram V.

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

Magnolia vacation

Perfect sized house for our family and the location couldn’t have been better for what we were looking for in a super chill community.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 3, 2023
Thanx D, Nice to meet you, family and Ozzie, glad you enjoyed the house and your time in the village. Welcome back anytime! Be well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach house in Manchester (Magnolia) was absolutely perfect for our family. We had such a great time. John was very thoughtful to make sure we all had enough beach chairs. It was a short walk to the beach. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 11, 2025
Thanks Deb, nice to meet you all and glad you enjoyed the house and beach here, welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John was great. He greeted us and gave us lots of info about the area. House was very nice. Quiet neighborhood. You can walk to the beach or drive. Location is close to town center and Gloucester.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2025
Thank you Lisa I’m glad you enjoyed the house beach and area, welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda G.

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

Beach Vacation

Relaxing peaceful cottage vibe. Has a great wrap around porch & yard space. Beautiful scenic area with lots to do. John was easy to work with. Thanks for a great vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 1, 2024
Thank you Rhonda it was a pleasure having you Cindy & dogs, thanks for caring for the house and glad you enjoyed it and the magical cape Ann!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Magnolia Vacation

We had a wonderful week at John’s place in Magnolia. The location was just as described. Easy walk to the private town beach and convenience store for necessities. The home was open and airy, dog friendly with all we needed and we couldn’t have asked for a quieter, friendlier neighborhood with lots of privacy. The outdoor shower was the best! Thank you to John! We would consider coming again next year for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2025
Thanks Diane, it was nice to meet your family and pooch, glad you enjoyed the house, beach and our little piece of paradise here in Magnolia/Manchester…and agree the outdoor shower is the best! :) Come on back next summah! Thanks again, John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Great location. Hidden gem

Lovely private Magnolia beach and easy access to nearby Singing Beach. Quiet and peaceful with lovely farmers porch. Great place to read and enjoy ocean breeze and rhythms. Short walk to beach and quaint downtown shops and restaurant. Easy drive to Gloucester Rockport and Beverly. Sweet gem of a property with lovely appointments and attention to detail. Such a restful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 3, 2023
Thank you Julie & Ray, It was nice to meet you both and your lovely pooch. I’m glad you enjoyed the house and area, yes it’s a gem of summer beach living in our village. Thanks for caring for the house, the little gift and leaving it clean, your always welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the best property owner I’ve ever encountered. He was totally responsive to us before we arrived based on numerous travel difficulties that had nothing to do with him. He’s a tremendous human being. The house looks amazing and the location is awesome, whether you want to in the city or away from it for a while. We are going to rent again from John in 2026, so stay away from the week we book! ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Adorable cottage

John was a great host! Great communication and he was willing to take time out of his day to stop by and tell us the “must sees” in the area. House was adorable and perfect for our needs. Beach chairs, beach towels, bikes and corn hole game…all available for our use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2023
Thanks Melissa was great to meet you all glad you enjoyed the house beaches & Cape Ann. Thanx for leaving house in great shape! Always welcome back. Thanks again! John
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at this cute little house. The layout is a little different with the only bathroom downstairs. For those of us on the older side it made navigating the stairs in the middle of the night a tad intimidating. The kitchen had everything we needed for a simple breakfast or lunch. The house is located in a beautiful area just minutes from the beach & downtown Manchester. The house only has AC in the master bedroom which was appreciated on a couple of hot nights. John was very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

Great Spot

Really enjoyable property – John’s home was wonderful; we appreciated the cleanliness and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was a great homebase to access area beaches, restaurants, etc. We were comfortable immediately, as it had everything one needs to enjoy time away from home. Kitchen is well appointed, there were plenty of towels and even beach towels. I wouldn’t describe it as a 3 bedroom, technically, but the space still worked for our group. The porch was our favorite place for playing cards/games, reading, coffee, relaxation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 30, 2024
Thanks Cathy, I’m glad you enjoyed the house and area. Thank you for caring for it as well, come on back anytime! Cheers, John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

A MUST stay

Thank you for opening your house John to VRBO. Spent week summer vacation. John’s house was perfect in amenities and space for gathering, relaxing and enjoying company. Bedrooms comfortable, beach chairs provided which was awesome along with plenty of towels. The washer and dryer are a practical luxury at the beach and used the outside shower daily. Wrap porch was ideal for dinner and card games. Foliage yard border provides privacy. We also used grill one night without difficulty. John is a great host and 100% accessible by ph/text. Perfect location as close to Salem, Glouster and Newberryport. Enjoyed several walks from the house in quiet beautiful coastal community. Love it and miss it already! Thank you John
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2024
Thanks Ellen y’all were awesome, hope Mom enjoyed. Cmon back now! Thank you, John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda m.

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

Beautiful, relaxing, beach house

The dog friendly, beach house in Magnolia was lovely. It was quiet, clean and comfortable. We could hear the waves from the porch and upstairs bedrooms and it was amazing to be so close to the Magnolia beach and village. It was a unique property because it was surrounded by tree’s, with birds and bunnies in the yard. The outdoor shower was ideal. Magnolia is a perfect beach location, a store, restaurants and spa just a short walk from the house and close to Manchester by the Sea for groceries, restaurants and Singing Beach, but also just as close to the busier, more exciting town of Gloucester. We rode our bikes to Coolidge Reservation - home of the Ocean Lawn. Gorgeous walk with breathtaking views. John was helpful and friendly. The home itself had everything we needed: comfortable bed, ceiling fan, modern kitchen, grill, outdoor couch and tables. We loved the wrap around porch that was perfect for reading/dining in the afternoon/evening. We also loved sitting under the covered porch during the rain showers. Great beach home. 5 out of 5 stars - highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by John O'Hara

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I have been a VRBO host 25 years, with two beach properties in Gloucester. I grew up on Cape Ann and have traveled the world extensively only to have realized how special this part of the world is. Most amazingly, it has not changed and remains the same quaint New England coastal village of the past...and undiscovered by most.

Why they chose this property

I built this house in 2001 taking the design concepts off of old New England coastal homes and cottages. I incorporated modern open concept, minimal furniture and high ceilings with transom windows to capture the South facing natural light. In addition, i used plenty of white bead board, driftwood stained wooden walls and Fir flooring/doors to give this house an open bright and beachy comfortable feel. Step out thru the French sliding doors to the very large wrap around porch outside w/Adirondack chairs and teak patio set which is perfect for morning coffee, lunch or use the gas grill for a family BBQ at night as the kids play in the yard!

What makes this property unique

Walk to private beach, corner store, restaurants and shops or hike to the Trustees of the Reservation trails at end of beach to Bungalow Hill or the Great Lawn to see Boston Skyline sunsets. Watch the magnificent nightly sunsets with the locals walking your dog on Shore Rd and dine at breakfast, lunch cafe and evening restaurants.
*** A seven day rental is eligible for Singing Beach & White Beach parking pass through Town of Manchester

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