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Ocean and Woods! Best of both seaside delights in Gloucester!
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41300 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Gloucester, MA
- Place, Stage Fort Park10 min walk
- Place, Hammond Castle18 min walk
- Place, Half Moon Beach18 min walk
- Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Ocean and Woods! Best of both seaside delights in Gloucester!
If you are a nature lover, you'll love our location. 200 yards or so in either direction will lead you to treasured habitats on foot. You can choose a secluded salt/freshwater inlet where you can launch a kayak, paddleboard, or jump in for a swim, or you can choose to explore the maze of trails in Ravenswood Park on foot or by bike (gorgeous fall leaf peeping). Up for a picnic, then pack one up and enjoy the sea breeze at Stage Fort Park, a mile down the road. When nightlife calls, whether be it fine dining or eating in the rough, the city of Gloucester or the town of Essex awaits your visit. Ready for the big beaches, get your towels and sand chairs (we have both for you to use) to head for Good Harbor or Wingersheek Beach. Singing Beach in Manchester-By-The-Sea is easily reached within 10 minutes by following the route we live on, Rt 127. Two train stations are close by for a day trip to Salem, MA or to Boston.
We strive to help you make your trip a memorable one by helping you along the way. At this time, we can offer you a king size bed setup in the 'Blue Room' as the bedframes are designed to be able to assemble together. Please let us know in advance. Twin XL beds are offered in the 'Blue Room' and 'yellow' room. Please ask for our 'Easy Trip Stuff' list which is s compilation of items avail for your use. You won't have to pack those huge beach towels, we've got you covered!
We offer a newly renovated 1300 sq ft 2nd floor unit which features a large vaulted kitchen that opens up to a spacious dining and living room area. The unit has a nice flow: open kitchen to living room, long hallway leads to separate bedrooms off to each side, bathroom access from hallway and blue bedroom, separate private deck and an additional 'reading' room. A 55" smart flatscreen tv offers you the ability to hook up to your Internet, cable tv or you can relax to enjoy iheart radio. Search for your favorite music or maybe you'll like my favorites: Nat King Cole radio, Easy Jazz, and Benny Goodman Greats.
Our cozy bedrooms feature 2 twin XL beds each with new 10" memory foam mattresses to give you a good night's sleep - AC is avail in every room or if you prefer, we have plenty of fans. The master bedroom leads to a spacious private roof top deck that everyone can share. Our bathroom is large and features accessories you may need such as that iron and ironing board to smooth out travel wrinkles. Did forget your toothpaste, sunscreen, or other small cosmetic staple, we probably have it avail. Tired and want some time alone, our converted Victorian style sleeping porch will offer you an oversized chair with ottoman for quiet reading or dozing off. If there is a member of your party who snores, we can setup a makeshift bed in this room, AC avail in here as well.
By staying at our place, you'll save money and you can finally travel light. How? We live here and we are available to give lots of information about local restaurants, events, sightseeing venues, and more. No need to pack that heavy cooler, or try to stuff beach chairs in the car. If you flew in, you'll have the necessary beach items available to expand your adventures. My wife and I are easy going and our place is known for our Freshwater cove friends to stop by our firepit. You're welcome to join us. People describe us as being generous, friendly and helpful. We hope you'll consider us for you stay here in Freshwater Cove. The pictures of Freshwater Cove are taken by walking down our little dirt lane, This is what is actually here and not across town, etc.
We strive to help you make your trip a memorable one by helping you along the way. At this time, we can offer you a king size bed setup in the 'Blue Room' as the bedframes are designed to be able to assemble together. Please let us know in advance. Twin XL beds are offered in the 'Blue Room' and 'yellow' room. Please ask for our 'Easy Trip Stuff' list which is s compilation of items avail for your use. You won't have to pack those huge beach towels, we've got you covered!
We offer a newly renovated 1300 sq ft 2nd floor unit which features a large vaulted kitchen that opens up to a spacious dining and living room area. The unit has a nice flow: open kitchen to living room, long hallway leads to separate bedrooms off to each side, bathroom access from hallway and blue bedroom, separate private deck and an additional 'reading' room. A 55" smart flatscreen tv offers you the ability to hook up to your Internet, cable tv or you can relax to enjoy iheart radio. Search for your favorite music or maybe you'll like my favorites: Nat King Cole radio, Easy Jazz, and Benny Goodman Greats.
Our cozy bedrooms feature 2 twin XL beds each with new 10" memory foam mattresses to give you a good night's sleep - AC is avail in every room or if you prefer, we have plenty of fans. The master bedroom leads to a spacious private roof top deck that everyone can share. Our bathroom is large and features accessories you may need such as that iron and ironing board to smooth out travel wrinkles. Did forget your toothpaste, sunscreen, or other small cosmetic staple, we probably have it avail. Tired and want some time alone, our converted Victorian style sleeping porch will offer you an oversized chair with ottoman for quiet reading or dozing off. If there is a member of your party who snores, we can setup a makeshift bed in this room, AC avail in here as well.
By staying at our place, you'll save money and you can finally travel light. How? We live here and we are available to give lots of information about local restaurants, events, sightseeing venues, and more. No need to pack that heavy cooler, or try to stuff beach chairs in the car. If you flew in, you'll have the necessary beach items available to expand your adventures. My wife and I are easy going and our place is known for our Freshwater cove friends to stop by our firepit. You're welcome to join us. People describe us as being generous, friendly and helpful. We hope you'll consider us for you stay here in Freshwater Cove. The pictures of Freshwater Cove are taken by walking down our little dirt lane, This is what is actually here and not across town, etc.
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Suitable for children over the age of 10
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please text or call us to say goodbye. We send our guests on their way back home with good wishes. We will collect the keys at that time.
You can leave the sheets on the bed. Trash bags can be left outside the door on the landing. Used towels can be placed in the hamster. Place the used glasses in the dishwasher. We will turn it on.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0167691070
About the area
Gloucester
Located in Gloucester, this apartment is near the beach. Hammond Castle and Maritime Gloucester are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rocky Neck Art Colony and Long Hill. Witch Mansion and Appleton Farms Grass Rides are also worth visiting.
Gloucester, MA
What's nearby
- Stage Fort Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Ravenswood Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Hammond Castle - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Half Moon Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Pavilion Beach - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Open Door Food Pantry - 4 min drive
- Midori - 3 min drive
- Mile Marker One Restaurant - 3 min drive
- Poseidon's - 2 min drive
- Blue Collar Lobster Co. - 3 min drive
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9 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cyndi V.
25 Oct 2025
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Cyndi V.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thomas K.
21 Aug 2025
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Thomas K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
arthur b.
22 Aug 2025
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arthur b.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
neil P.
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcome USA
neil P.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne L.
28 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review of stay
Suzanne L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
John C.
16 May 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
John C.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2020
10/10 Excellent
Debbie S.
11 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attentive Hosts and Beautiful Accomodations
Debbie S.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynne B.
12 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
Lynne B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mark S.
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Vrbo..made this vacation one of our favorites!!
Mark S.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy M.
29 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home away from home!
Amy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sherree F.
8 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent stay!
Sherree F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Caroline E.
29 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Caroline E.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erica H.
26 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
Erica H.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
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2 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2024 review
Verified traveller
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynn L.
22 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Visit to Glouster
Lynn L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Linda O.
26 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Linda O.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Elaine B., Hudson, NH
12 Nov 2018
A Gloucester Getaway
Elaine B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
10/10 Excellent
Amanda R.
30 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful/spacious/accomidating
Amanda R.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laura T.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Laura T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark & Nadine G.
23 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Gloucester Home...Unbelievable Hosts
Mark & Nadine G.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paola O.
16 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Wonderful!
Paola O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia G.
14 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful trip
Cynthia G.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Alice E.
11 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Alice E.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike K.
31 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we expected, Plus more.
Mike K.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
About the host
Hosted by Lee
I've worked for a worldwide corporation for many years. My wife
has spent the major portion of her career in the financing industry. We have many hobbies; firepit time, classic car shows, beekeeping, beach activities, gardening, and hiking through Ravenswood.
has spent the major portion of her career in the financing industry. We have many hobbies; firepit time, classic car shows, beekeeping, beach activities, gardening, and hiking through Ravenswood.
Why they chose this property
We're located apart from the daily hustle and bustle of some of the more built up mixed use areas of Gloucester. Bedrooms are spacious and do not feature 'day beds', air mattresses, or cots. A bedroom here is a bedroom and not part of the living room. Private deck gives you relax time without being watched by another 'condo' or close by neighbor.
What makes this property unique
Freshwater Cove is a quiet inlet which looks out to Cressy Beach and Gloucester Harbor. No waiting to launch your sea vessel here. Kayaks can be Launch at any time. Larger boats Over 7 feet may have to wait for tide to come in a bit. Individual floats can be used anytime.
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