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Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur

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Welcome to Straitsmouth Cove!
Front of the home, as seen from the road.
You'll enjoy the ocean breezes and views of the quiet cove.
Front exterior of the home, aerial view.
The living room offers several seating areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 93395 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur

Straitsmouth Cove is a classic seaside "cottage" in a sublime location on Rockport’s Gap Cove. This elegant vacation home has the rambling, comfortable feel of a vintage country manor by the sea. The expansive green lawn, with its incredible waterfront view, is a most serene and awe-inspiring setting with plenty of outdoor living space for lounging or playing. You'll enjoy stunning, unobstructed views of Straitsmouth Island from most rooms, as well as from the shady screen porch, patio and the front garden.

Gap Cove, just across the country road, is a place of seaside wonder where you can scramble on the rocks, hunt for shells and seaglass or all manner of little crabs and ocean life ..... or just go for a swim. Put your kayak in or your stand up paddle board and head to Straitsmouth Island with it's paths to explore. From there you can go to Thatcher Island with its twin lighthouses for more exploration or just enjoy the views of Bearskin Neck.

Inside, you'll have plenty of space to get comfortable, with five bedrooms, two full baths and a generous living room with a massive antique brick fireplace. Straistmouth Cove has central AC to keep you cool on hot summer days. From every vantage point, the living spaces offer endless views of the sea, just beyond the home's expansive lawns and gardens.

After a day at the beach or exploring the village of Rockport, relax on the sprawling blue stone patio and take in the ever-changing seascape. Plenty of gorgeous walking/running/biking options and trails right from the property. The home is within walking distance of Rockport village with its famed Shalin Liu Performance Center, shops, galleries and restaurants.

No smoking. No pets.

GROUND FLOOR

Living Room: An enormous (decorative) fireplace and multiple sitting areas.

Dining Room:Custom built-in shelves, ocean views.

Kitchen: Fully updated and equipped.

Sun Porch: Screened-in porch with brick floor and comfortable furniture.

MEZZANINE LEVEL

Bedroom 1: Single bedroom with an adjacent full bath and water views.

Bath 1: Full bath with tub/shower.

SECOND FLOOR

Bedroom 2: Queen bed and ocean views.

Bedroom 3: Master Bedroom with Queen bed and ocean views.

Bedroom 4: Corner room with Queen bed.

Bedroom 5: Full bedroom.

Bath 2: Full bath with tub/shower.

LOWER LEVEL

Laundry: Washer and dryer in the basement.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number C0113042520
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.

About the area

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Rockport Art Association & Museum and Shalin Liu Performance Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Motif No 1 and Paper House. Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are also worth visiting.
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Rockport, MA

What's nearby

  • Old Garden Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cape Ann - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Motif No 1 - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Shalin Liu Performance Center - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Front Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 9 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Common Crow Natural Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Brew - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sea Breeze Liquors - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Subs - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur on 13 Apr 2026 start from £478, 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 Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Old Garden Beach, Cape Ann and T Wharf. Rockport Art Association & Museum and Bradley Wharf are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Fabulous Family Time

We had a fabulous stay. The house was terrifically appointed, more bowls, cutting boards, etc than we could ever use--and we did a lot of cooking. Plenty of space inside and out--property managers we SO helpful. If family gathers again in Rockport we will definitely come again. High Recommendation!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

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

Wedding Retreat

Family and friends rented the house together to attend a wedding at the Hotel Beauport. The house was lovely and every morning we woke to the most beautiful sunrises over the ocean. There are great paths that are public to walk around the ocean - downtown Rockport is a short walk from the house. Everything worked properly in the house and all the rooms were lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place

I would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Ellen B.

Great Location, wonderful views

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our extended family stayed here for a week in July. You could not ask for a better location or view. The home was clean, comfortable and had a good amount of space. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, cookware and appliances. Unfortunately, the owners were in the middle of doing some work on the house and the "rec room" listed for the property, with a ping pong table, TV and seating, was filled with cedar shingles and unusable. This was a big disappointment since we felt like we did not get what we were told was part of the property rental. It is no longer included in the listing. There are also some updates that need to be done to make the porch usable.All in all we had a wonderful time and I would recommend this property to others with improvements made to the screened porch.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

laura c.

Great view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great view.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Can A.

Straitsmouth Cove

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: nice
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spacious Place for a Covid Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family absolutely hated this place, could not wait to leave. It reeked of low tide and dead fish, don’t even think of renting it. (I want it available for our return!) The only thing we actually found lacking was dish towels (more than 2 please) and lobster crackers and picks. The house is spacious and charming (it pains me to see the charm and New England fishing village updated away in Rockport homes). I thought there wasn’t much kitchen storage space based on the pictures so I was happy to see that the door next to the fridge was a pantry, not steps to the basement as I thought. With different family members getting together for the stay, all the room was great for "social distance"!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Make-A-Wish Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The family said they had a wonderful time, and did not want to leave!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Sandra L.

Eat Beach Sleep

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: AVH provides us with a dream vacation. We had early access to a quintessential New England seaside cottage. Decor was artistically pleasing lacking nothing in creature comforts. Very clean

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