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Cottage with Direct Water Access!

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4833 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Pet-friendly
Fireplace
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen

Explore the area

Ipswich, MA

Clark Beach
‪3 min drive‬
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
‪15 min drive‬
Crane Beach
‪17 min drive‬
Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Cottage with Direct Water Access!

Enjoy amazing SUNSETS overlooking the tidal Eagle Hill River and Plum Island Sound from this fully furnished cottage with its post and beam ceilings and quaint decor. Enjoy cocktails and nature on the deck or walk down to the water and jump in a kayak or swim directly from the yard! The deck provides a front row seat to the beautiful white cranes migrating to and from their evening roosting spot, enormous Osprey fishing or an array of water birds foraging at low tide. Experience all that beautiful Ipswich has to offer, including access to Clark Beach through your membership to the Association of Great Neck. Discover the history and elegance of the Crane Estate, it's gardens, events and conservation trails; then picnic at our sprawling Crane Beach! Shop at local farms and enjoy fresh New England seafood at our award winning restaurants! Explore the waterways by boat, kayak or paddle board! Observe a natural paradise from the deck or bird watch from the comfort of the living room or master bedroom. The water views are captivating and ever changing with the tides and seasons.

Property manager

Denise Mootafian

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please use caution with water access.

Events

No events allowed

The cottage is not equipped for large gatherings.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Maximum of 2 Dogs only

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No large gatherings/parties allowed.

Signed Kayak waivers are required for use

Number of guests must be disclosed and approved

Important information

You need to know

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

Note from host: The cottage is not equipped for large gatherings.

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 C0098141440

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ipswich

Located in Great Neck, a neighbourhood in Ipswich, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wingaersheek Beach and Good Harbor Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Appleton Farms Grass Rides and Long Hill. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ipswich, MA

What's nearby

Clark Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
Crane Beach - 17 min drive - 13.9 km
Wingaersheek Beach - 29 min drive - 27.0 km
Plum Island Beach - 52 min drive - 40.7 km

Getting around

Ipswich Station - 5 min drive
Rowley Station - 14 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
‪El Tapatio - ‬14 min drive
‪Zumi's Espresso & Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive
‪Little Wolf - ‬6 min drive
‪True North Ale Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage with Direct Water Access! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cottage with Direct Water Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage with Direct Water Access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage with Direct Water Access! located?

This family-friendly Ipswich cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Ipswich River and Greenwood Farm. Clark Beach and Ipswich Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

20 Jun, 2025

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

Anniversary Visit to Ipswich

Moot Point was the perfect coastal retreat for my husband and I to celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary! The location on Great Neck is peaceful and quiet, with local wildlife surrounding us. The house is adorable and as advertised - very cozy and comfortable with everything you need - and the deck and view from the backyard is stunning (especially the sunsets!). Moot Point is conveniently located to Cape Ann, Rockport, Newburyport, and Plum Island (to name a few). Denise was wonderful and very responsive. We can’t wait to return!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly F.

12 Oct, 2024

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

Great fall getaway!

Perfect little cottage for my husband and I and our two dogs. Lots of day trips to see the sites and walk the dogs. Denise is a great host and easy to communicate with. Loved our stay, would definitely recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margo C.

12 Aug, 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

Moot Point is a slice of heaven. The perfect cottage to relax and enjoy. This was our 2nd stay at this property. Hope to be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen C.

16 Jul, 2023

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

Best of Ipswich

Great property in a great location. The house was well appointed and very comfortable. The sunsets were gorgeous too!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

3 Aug, 2023

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

The sunsets alone are worth the trip

Incredible sunsets, great location close to Manchester by the Sea and Gloucester. We enjoyed every minute.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

24 Sept, 2024

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

Cozy Cottage with Beautiful Sunset Views

This cute rustic cottage is well-situated for seeing beautiful sunsets across the bay. The kitchen had everything we needed and the house is located only a short drive from town. You can kayak directly from the property at high tide but with the twice-daily tides, the area near the house is mud for a large part of the day.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

17 Jul, 2024

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

A beautiful spot to stay

I had to come to the area for a family emergency. Denise was so incredibly accommodating to allow us a two night stay. It’s a beautiful spot that I would definitely return to for a vacation. Denise couldn’t have been more helpful

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

France

31 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Nice sunsets each days. Confortable beds. Cozy cottage

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Joann

10 Jun, 2024

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

Charming cottage with spectacular views

The location of Moot Point couldn't be better! Great Neck is a quiet enclave and very special because of the abundance of nature right in the neighborhood! Also a great jumping point to Cape Ann and other surrounding destinations. The cottage was clean and beds comfy. The hostess was very responsive and you can just tell that she cared that your vacation was satisfying and that your needs were met.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang L.

12 Jul, 2022

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

Perfect

We enjoyed it very much!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

anna t.

5 Oct, 2023

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

Beautiful cottage

My husband and i along with our dog Max have traveled from Wisconsin. The cottage was very clean and beautiful! We truly enjoyed our stay at Moot Point and if we travel that way again, we wilo definitely be staying there! Thank you for making our trip perfect!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

12 Sept, 2024

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

Cozy, Charming, Quiet

Impressively decorated with clever colors and accents that come together and makes it a very special place. My husband enjoys cycling and plenty of areas to explore. Rockport is a fun place to go and check out The Boat House for a great meal! I bothered Denise about things and she and her husband were very helpful! It was a delightful location and experience. Simply charming.❤️

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristen m.

13 Jun, 2023

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

Amazing Views

Ipswich is a great place to stay especially at the home Moot Point which is located directly on the water. It also has access to a beach just a few minutes away. There are amazing views from the deck and lots of bird watching. The home is comfortable too.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy I.

9 Aug, 2021

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

Wonderful Visit to Ipswich

My family returned to this beautiful home this summer for a wonderful and restful vacation. This is a lovely home with incredible sunset views. Our host was so thoughtful and highly responsive to our needs during our stay. We recommend this home very highly!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

17 Oct, 2023

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

Ipswich Cottage

Lovely, bright and cheery cottage on the water with the absolute best sunsets. Wonderful to sit on the deck and enjoy the beautiful view or venture out to enjoy the multitudes of activities in the surrounding area. The owner Denise was communicative and informative and we would absolutely book this property again!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey R.

4 Nov, 2023

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

Fantastic cottage on the water

This is such a cute and quaint property in a beautiful location! It was so relaxing to enjoy morning coffee on the back deck while watching the wide variety of birds coming and going. No one wanted to leave, including the dogs :) I would definitely recommend this place over and over! Thank you Denise!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita S.

19 Sept, 2024

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

Sweet Cottage

Denise’s house is simply wonderful! It’s a cozy New England cottage with a lovely view of the marshlands and stairway access to the water for paddling at high tide. The deck outback is spacious and furnished with comportable furniture to enjoy beautiful sunsets. The interior is nicely decorated, and has great lighting. We did not cook our meals but easily found some great nearby restaurants. If you are looking for a quiet, charming cottage for 4 people in the Ipswich area you should check out Moot Point.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn W.

30 Oct, 2023

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

Wonderful cozy cottage in fantastic location

We loved staying in this delightfully cozy cottage in a beautiful location on the sound. We loved the personality of the home, which was comfortable and clean -- perfect for us to relax and enjoy our visit. We also enjoyed the gorgeous location -- what incredible views over the water and access to fantastic local beaches. It was also a perfect place for day trips to explore so many great sites along the coast. The host was responsive and we had everything we needed for our visit. We'd love to return!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy I.

7 Aug, 2020

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

Beautiful and restful getaway

My husband, daughter, and I had a wonderful stay in this lovely home this summer. The views are absolutely spectacular, and our stay was so quiet and peaceful. Our hosts attended to all the details to make our stay extra special including thoughtful gifts upon our arrival. We have recommended a stay here to our closest family and friends. We recommend a stay in this beautiful home highly. Thanks for such wonderful hospitality.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jill & Gordon R.

27 Aug, 2017

Wonderful place

This house is in a wonderful location right on the water. It is cozy but had everything we needed for our vacation in Ipswich. It was also very clean and well maintained. We really enjoyed the great views of the water and using the two kayaks provided by the owner. We enjoyed exploring Ipswich and other surrounding towns. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Denise for a wonderful rental.

10/10 Excellent

Sofia x.

16 Sept, 2023

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

Cute little cottage with a view!

The house was in a great location. We are cyclists and were able to do 4 great rides from the house. The house was very clean and cozy. The view was amazing. My husband’s favorite part was Kayaking. That is a great perk of the property. The owners are very nice and answer questions quickly. We would love to stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Heather B.

4 Jul, 2023

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

Getaway with Grammy and Grampy

Great place! Deer and ground hog visited us in the yard. Unfortunately the weather no so cooperative. Noseums also visited. Got some bug spray and smoker coils that took care of it! Cottage was great. Did see awesome sunset one night and lightening storm another! Would definitely stay again! Great place to unwind!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT B.

20 Sept, 2023

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

Amazing!!!

The house was exactly as listed and could not have been a better fit for our needs. Not one thing could be done to make the house better.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

1 Oct, 2023

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

This cabin's a keeper!

We just loved this cottage! We arrived in time for our first great sunset and woke up to low tide and accompanying wildlife show the next morning. My husband is an avid birder and he was in seventh heaven. A pair of deer spent several nights sleeping just over our wall on the lawn next door. They didn't seem bothered by the two dogs we had with us, and we enjoyed observing them as well. The beds were so comfy as was the overstuffed living room furniture we got to enjoy a it rained for the greater part of our stay. The kitchen was well stocked with pantry items, coffee, pots and pans, but bring any spices you may need beyond salt, pepper and garlic salt, LOL. Cape Ann has so much to offer. We look forward to staying in this cabin again next year!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

17 Jul, 2022

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

perfect vacation

Moot point is one of our favorite rentals in the area. Breathtaking views, amazing beaches, and access to kayaks for some really fun exploration. Check-in was seemless and the place was spotless and extremely comfortable. My only very small concern is that there was some poison ivy growing right under the storage area for the kayaks. It's possible that conservation regulations prevent removal, but it created a bit of a hazard for getting the boats in and out. If something could be done about this, it might prevent someone who isn't as familiar with the flora from having a bad experience. Or, if it cannot be removed, then maybe just hang a sign down by the boats so folks pay extra attention? Really though - this is an incredible place and our time there was extremely restorative!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Denise Mootafian

My husband and I purchased this wonderful cottage on Great Neck in Ipswich in 2015 and we have been residents of Ipswich for more than 26 years! In fact, you will be right around the corner from our neighborhood when you go to Marini Farm for fresh produce and baked goods. We are very involved in our community with my Windhill Real Estate business and my husband, Nishan, having been a town selectman for the past several years. We are always nearby should you need anything...

Why they chose this property

This home was previously owned by a local Ipswich family who enjoyed it for over 30 years with their friends and family. It was originally called "Windswept" because the former family thought that the breezes sounded and felt lovely. They also playfully named the stairway access to the water "Runway to the Ocean". Nishan and I enjoyed hearing their stories and learning of their father's journal entries about his time there. We are hoping you will add your experiences to the journal we have left for you and future vacationers!

What makes this property unique

Nishan and I were immediately captivated by the amazing view/sunsets and the abundance of wildlife when we first visited this adorable cottage. We were thrilled with the idea that we might be able to drop our kayaks in right from our own property. We could immediately see ourselves calling this our retirement home, only we are no where near retirement! Nishan and I very much look forward to the days we can spend sipping cocktails on the deck, but for now we are happy to share our vision and dream with you!