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Charming cottage near the ocean w/beach access & near Gloucester

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6716 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming cottage near the ocean w/beach access & near Gloucester

Good Harbor Haven

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Good Harbor Haven is a charming home that would be perfect for your next beach getaway. The home has a lovely interior with room enough for the whole family. It also has complimentary WiFi and cable for your enjoyment. Be sure to take advantage of the lovely yard with gas grill also! Cozy up with your family or friends in the spacious and inviting living room area and share a wonderful time playing board games.

What's nearby:
The home is located just east of Gloucester. Here you can find markets, museums, a harbor walk, and plenty of great restaurants. It is a 5-minute drive to a fantastic array of shopping, local eating and less than a 10-minute drive to the center of Rockport.
What really makes this home wonderful, however, is its close proximity to Good Harbor Beach - you could even walk there under 6 minutes! You also can find tons to do in the surrounding area. Parks, museums, lighthouses, historical sites to name a few. There's even a Medieval castle in this city and you must take one of its famous tours! We're talking about Hammond Castle, which is roughly six miles away from you. For more family-friendly fun, spend your afternoon at Maritime Gloucester.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0148561070
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gloucester

Located near the beach, this cottage is in East Gloucester, a neighbourhood in Gloucester. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ravenswood Park and Halibut Point State Park, while Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are cultural highlights. Rocky Neck Art Colony and Essex Shipbuilding Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gloucester, MA

What's nearby

  • Good Harbor Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape Hedge Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Niles Beach - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
  • TD Garden - 48 min drive - 67.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seaport Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Burn Tavern - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage near the ocean w/beach access & near Gloucester pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming cottage near the ocean w/beach access & near Gloucester?

As of 17 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming cottage near the ocean w/beach access & near Gloucester on 20 Oct 2025 start from £109, 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 at Charming cottage near the ocean w/beach access & near Gloucester?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage near the ocean w/beach access & near Gloucester?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage near the ocean w/beach access & near Gloucester?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage near the ocean w/beach access & near Gloucester located?

Located in East Gloucester, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Good Harbor Beach and Long Beach. Cape Hedge Beach and Schooner Adventure are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

7.4

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 23 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Check-in

5.0/10

Communication

6.6/10

Location

5.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

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

Cute little beach cottage!

Beach cottage perfect for our needs. Great location, convenient to going everywhere including walking to the beach! Super easy check-in! Great rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

Charming Cottage Steps to Beach

This cute cottage was a 10 minute walk to the private side of Good Harbor Beach, which we loved. Lots of clean towels and comfy beds and sofa. We also loved the games and puzzles. So fun to visit a new part of the country. Very close to Gloucester and also Rockport and we enjoyed both. Highly recommend the whale watch too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Susan M.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1st night no bedding. Vacasa didnt seem to care. Slept on mattress. Received bedding end of 2nd day. Front stairs and 2nd floor stairs very dangerous .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gayle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Enjoyed Our Stay

We had a great time at the cottage. It was awesome to be able to walk to a beach (carefully along a busy street with no sidewalk). The negatives: the cottage is small, the stairs a bit treacherous, the wiring upstairs a bit sketchy. The positives: the space is maximized nicely, the kitchen works well, and it was clean. We were 4 adults and 2 toddlers and would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Yessenia M.

Great Location

We loved the location of the house, it was a short walk to the beach. It has everything we needed. One reason I’m giving it an 4 starts is because our heat did not work. We could not get clear directions to turn it on or how to trouble shoot even after an email. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

christy e.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Salem trip

Did not get to stay here as they canceled 3 days peior to leaving due to fumigation needs. Had to find somewhere else to stay on last minute in October for salem. I cannot give stars but i am required to select so only selecting 1
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

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

Nice cottage

A basic old cottage, fine for short stays. Has a basic kitchen with most cookware you’d need, new appliances. Bathroom is small, but newly remodeled. chairs and toys provided in the shed were nice for trips to the nearby beach. The beach is short walking distance, (beach parking is $30 otherwise) One downside is the road the cottage is on can be busy during the day. No laundry, but a laundromat is nearby if needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joanne C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Not as expected

Small, outdated uncomfortable furniture. Dirty living room rug that was a tripping hazard. Partial AC (1 window unit on 1st floor) not adequate. Updated kitchen was well equipped. Staircase to the second floor is narrow and steep.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Svetlana K.

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

Untimely cancellation

My reservation was canceled by the owner 4 hour prior to check in when we were already on the road. When I called the property management, they didn’t even try or offer another property or any compensation for inconvenience, just the money back. It’s not just inconvenient but super stressful for anyone, needless to say for a mom with.3 kids already on the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Louise N.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Would Not Recommend

Lovely on the outside , dark heavy musty smell on inside . Bathroom and kitchen are updated & nice aside from moldy shower curtain in bathroom . There was not comfortable place to sit or sleep. Old hard mattresses , uncomfortable old furniture. Poor ventilation, many windows don’t even open . The stairs to the upstairs are treacherous. Walking to the beach is very dangerous as the road is 2 lane highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
It was ok. Check in/check out was a breeze. It’s nothing special. Kitchen was newer everything else is out dated and old. Definitely not the most comfortable furniture if you’re staying for a while, it seems like everything was just put in there to occupy space. Most of the windows are screwed shut so even on a nice day you can’t open them and get good air flow but there are a few small air conditioners that kept it cool. Screen in living room was broken and almost all of the smaller knives in the block had broken tips. Bathtub liner was covered with mold and unglued from the bottom of tub (I reached out and was told “ Hello, thank you for contacting us about this. I will be informing the local team of this so that they could be able to assist you further with this” and never heard anything about it again.) the driveway is kind of a pain to pull in and out of. It says “beach access” the beach access is 4 minutes away which is no problem it’s a short walk, the road is a highway but there’s plenty of room to walk down the side of the road without being on the road. There is a grill and a small yard and a table and chairs outback to hangout in which was nice. Overall it was a good experience, I probably won’t stay here again but it was a nice little getaway.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Michelle R.

Cute home, but...

This is a cute, charming home with an updated kitchen. However, the walls are paper thin and floors creaked. You can hear everyone and everything, including the cars since this house is situated on the main road. Trying to sleep is a bit difficult if you like peace and quiet. Also, being on the main road, the walk to the beach is not ideal if you have little kids or elderly. There are no sidewalks. Overall, it was a well enough stay for a few days. The house is tidy. Although, it could've been cleaned a little better. We found hair, not ours, in some places and dust and cobwebs were everywhere. In addition, we had a constant presence of carpenter ants. We saw at least 3-5 every day. Any food and drinks needed to be put in the fridge or closed up tight. I gave this home three stars because the house is comparable to glamping in a cabin in the woods.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Angele L.

Good location.

The house was in a convenient location to Gloucester and Rockport.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Wonderfully cozy!!!

The cottage was a home away from home. Everything was easily accessible. Plenty of fresh linens and towels. Fully stocked kitchen was a bonus. Plus it has a quaint little outdoor sitting area that was great to enjoy with your morning coffee. It was very close to the beach and to town. We really loved staying here. Next time we visit, we will be looking forward to renting this cottage again. Great all around!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ellen R.

Glousta rocks!

Beautiful home, clean and inviting! We loved every second being there and will come back again. It is a bit tricky getting out of the driveway, but that is because oncoming traffic is driving way too fast. Thank you for your hospitality.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Charles W.

Location

Very convenient.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

Awesome Weekend!

Nice and cozy. Short drive to grocery stores and restaurants. Just a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Laura S.

Will not return…

We wanted to love this rental. After driving 16 hrs, we were presented with a home that was not tolerable. We had to stay 2 nights (out of 5) due to lack of other options. As advertised, The kitchen is well appointed and updated. It is a short walk to Good Harbor Beach. However, the home is located on a busy road so walking with small children may be tricky and it is very noisy from the traffic. There was a significant sewer smell coming from the water in the bathroom. Worst part was the cockroaches and ants!! Waking to cockroaches on my pillow was the last straw. Would give 0 stars if possible.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elise C.

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

Short beach vacation

Our small family had a great short beach vacation at this cute place. We’d go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brain B.

Gloucester trip

It was very nice and close to town
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

Cute house in great location

Location great for visiting Gloucester and Rockport. Owners did a great job with modern kutchen addition on the back while keeping seaside cottage charm up front. Guests taking chairs & gear to the beach may want to drive over to Good Harbor Beach Inn entrance, drop off, drive back to house and take the short walk. So worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

We can't wait to come back.

The cottage is adorable and it was a short walk to both Good Harbor Beach and Long Beach (opposite directions from the house). Good Harbor Beach is beautiful, but it wasn't warm enough yet to spend much time on the beach. So instead we had fun in Rockport, went for a hike and checked out a local winery. After dinner we walked to get ice cream on the way to Long Beach, where you can walk along the boardwalk. This was the perfect place for us to get away to and we will definitely be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin K.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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