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Short Walk to Cape Ann's Best Beaches!

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A modern kitchen with a marble island, white cabinetry, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and pendant lighting.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and an umbrella.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A small wooden cabin with a green door, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Good Harbor Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Off-street parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Gloucester, MA
  • Place, Good Harbor Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Niles Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Wingaersheek Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Entertainment Room - downstairs

1 Double Sofa Bed

King Bedroom - upstairs

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom - downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom - upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom - downstairs

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom - downstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom - upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Gloucester

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in East Gloucester, a neighborhood in Gloucester. Schooner Adventure and Sargent House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maritime Gloucester and Rocky Neck Art Colony. Essex Shipbuilding Museum and Cogswell's Grant are also worth visiting. Kayaking, water skiing, and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Gloucester, MA

What's nearby

  • Good Harbor Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Maritime Gloucester - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Stage Fort Park - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Niles Beach - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 15 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 7 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lobster of Gloucester - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seaport Grille - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Short Walk to Cape Ann's Best Beaches! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Short Walk to Cape Ann's Best Beaches!?

As of Nov 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Short Walk to Cape Ann's Best Beaches! on Mar 23, 2027 start from $587, 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 Short Walk to Cape Ann's Best Beaches!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Short Walk to Cape Ann's Best Beaches!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Short Walk to Cape Ann's Best Beaches! located?

Located in East Gloucester, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Good Harbor Beach and Long Beach. Cape Hedge Beach and Schooner Adventure are also within 3 mi (5 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. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Amazing location, enjoyed the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, close to beach, plenty of parking for 3 cars, host responded quickly to questions, beds comfy, kitchen supplies great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the proximity to the beaches. And the house itself was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with an excellent location. House was as described with a great deck and yard. My family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love east Gloucester and the surrounding area and Long Beach
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful! We loved our stay, and being within walking distance of the beach was perfect for all the little kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful house in a perfect location!

This was our second time staying in this house with our 20-something kids. We love the private deck and the ice cream/pizza place nearby. The kitchen is FULLY stocked with everything you need to cook and two beaches are a short walk away. Most importantly, the house is very clean and updated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay right by the beach

Location is prime for beach days. Quick walk which makes bathroom breaks for kids easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As a ladies group that likes to cook we truly appreciated the kitchen - which was well stocked. Location is amazing for walking two great beaches. We had one of our best gatherings here thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House met or exceeded our expectations. We have stayed in many vacation rentals and this was the best equipped we’ve been in. The location was central to everything we wanted to do, and was very quiet. We were here in early October, but still enjoyed the short walk to a gorgeous beach. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We rented this house to stay at for a nearby wedding, and it was perfect. We were able to walk to the beach and get to many little local coastal towns with just a short drive. The house itself had everything we needed and was extremely clean. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was walking distance to 2 beaches and close to the center of both Gloucester and Rockport. The house was well appointed, open floor plan with a great deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We had an awesome stay at this property. Amazing location close to beach and Surfside Subs. It was super nice having all the beach chairs and beach wagon. Would have been great if they had ac in the bedrooms but no complaints, we'd definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Beach Week

We had a lovely week at Rockport house. It was a quick 2 min walk to Long Beach and a 5 min walk to good Harbor Beach. Also there is an ice cream and takeout pizza /sandwich shop on the same block which was perfect for quick and easy dinners. The house was clean and had a lovely deck for dinners /relaxing. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family recently had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful beach house in Gloucester. The house itself was spacious, giving everyone plenty of room to relax and spread out, with a central kitchen and living room area that led to a fantastic deck. The location is truly unbeatable. We were just a short, easy walk to Long Beach, so convenient to be able to come and go as we pleased without worrying about parking or having to go back to use the bathroom. The evening walks to get ice cream was also a perk. Easy drive to downtown Gloucester and Rockport for dinners out or shopping.We highly recommend this beach house to any family looking for a relaxing, spacious, and perfectly located beach getaway in Gloucester.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We traveled up to Gloucester to attend a family wedding and this house was a perfect spot to gather with our family. The home has a beautiful, tranquil decoration style, with an open layout that encourages gathering on the main floor, as well as a nice den downstairs. It also has a large deck out back with plenty of room to enjoy a meal or sit and relax. The house also has one of the best equipped kitchens I've seen in a rental home and the owners have thoughtfully stocked it with lots of little extras like spices, etc. The house is also situated by two nearby beaches (Long Beach and Good Harbor Beach) and it was fun to be able to stroll on the beach. We were fortunate to have great weather and very much enjoyed the property inside and out. We'd definitely rent it again and hope to be back another time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked a long weekend at this house to have a weekend away with our adult children and had a great time. I'm very picky about VRBO homes and this one checked all the boxes. The house was super clean! It had plenty of amenities in the kitchen for cooking. I loved that there were lots of towels for the beach and showering after the beach. Everything you need for the beach is in their shed. There's a mini split on the main floor that keeps the kitchen/living room cool, however the bedrooms on that floor were warm.Overall - we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Girls Weekend Getaway

The rental was perfect for a quiet girl's weekend. The house is split level so downstairs was actually more a suite if only using one room. It rained all afternoon one day, so we chilled at the house, made snacks and dinner, watched tv, worked on a puzzle. The house is setup nicely for this. Fully stocked kitchen. Lovely quiet area to walk around, check out the beach, and very quick drive to Rockport and Gloucester for site seeing and shopping. Another plus is there's an ice cream shop just a few properties away. Great for an after dinner treat. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Home Base for a Working Team Retreat

We enjoyed a six night stay at this location and had enough space to sleep seven adults with plenty of room for meetings and discussion. Amenities are very well thought out and thorough, with impressively sharp kitchen knives and a full complement of pots and pans. Fireplace was "temporarily out of service" for our stay and the stairs down to the lower level are missing a handrail which was difficult for the less spry member of our party. Location can't be beat--we walked to the beach every day and supermarkets and restaurants are easily reached by car. One of the top vacation rental stays we've experienced.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Well maintained

My family and I have been staying in Long Beach / Good Harbor for 30 years. This house is as advertised. Clean, neat, near Long Beach and the Ice cream store. The parking for multiple cars was a benefit for all family and guests. The back deck was great for family cook out and gathering. Back yard for the kids. The house itself has a great kitchen. The open space to be able to conjure together was great for our family. The four bedrooms slept all of us. The two full baths supported the needs. The kids downstairs and adults upstairs. Awesome! Then when we had an issue, the owners promptly responded and had issue resolved timely. The area is safe / walkable and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
excellent location. nice property. freezer was dead from the time we arrived and owner sent a guy over who paid lip service about delivering a portable freezer but never actually did. owner said she would refund me for spoiled food but hasn’t done so as far as i know. owner claimed she hadn’t heard about the issue from the handyman- whole thing was disappointing and made a small inconvenience into an annoying, expensive hassle. it would have been easier to do the right thing and replace the fridge.i have been a professional propertymanager for forty years and this waspoor communication and non-existent follow-through.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2025
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here. Very clean and nicely decorated. Had everything we needed. Easy checkin with a door code. Perfect for a family gathering and larger than I expected from the pictures, with lots of room for our group of 8 people. Lovely 2nd story deck with spacious dining and lounging area and nice backyard. Very close to beautiful beaches and a short drive to Bearskin neck. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful family vacation staying in this beautiful home in an ideal location. We hope to return again next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house location is perfect. It is within a 3 minute walk of long beach and 1 minute walk from Surfside subs and Dairy Made ice cream shop (both 5 star places). The house is set back off the road to ensure privacy from the local beach crowds. Pluses - Plenty of off-street parking, rare in Gloucester; Huge 2nd floor deck, clean furniture that comfortably sits 12 people, faces the rear woods, very relaxing; clean new furnishings inside; good size well appointed bedrooms with nice mattresses; the bathrooms were clean/modern and the showers had good water pressure (big plus because in most rentals the bathrooms need some work); all the bed and bath linens were new and clean; two good size family rooms/tv areas; the kitchen is equipped with everything you could want, even 20 different spices; outside shower for rinsing off after the beach; AC in the upstairs kitchen, dining, family rooms.Minuses - The bedrooms do not have AC, they all have ceiling fans. This is not an issue for the downstair bedrooms because they stay cool even on an 80 degree day; but the upstairs bedrooms have west exposure so with the setting sun it can get a little warm. An inside ductless AC wall unit would be nice. I have to add that the owners were always available via texting, And they were quick to respond to all questions we had.I would go back to this house on my future trips to the North Shore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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