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Winter retreat & waterviews in downtown Rockport
Rockport is charming over the holidays with lights, music and shopping! This brand new waterfront apartment is in a historic home with onsite parking & a private entrance. Galleries, restaurants, coffee shops, live music and shopping on Bearskin Neck are steps away. Features full kitchen and bathroom with new applicances and fixtures. Living room has a loveseat, swivel chair, dining table, coffee table, roku TV, games, puzzles & books. Kitchen has a fridge, stove, oven, microwave and Keurig.

Annisquam Village Bunny Cottage
This beautiful Annisquam Village cottage was renovated to the highest level of quality by two artist's. Located just 5 minutes from Lighthouse Beach, Cambridge Beach and Talise Restaurant. Bunny Cottage has beautiful gardens, is surrounded by water on 3 sides, and has peek-a-boo views of Wingaersheek Beach from the bedroom window. The house is charming, with top notch amenities, like, heated floors, air conditioning (indoor/outdoor living). Mass Dept. of Revenue Certificate Number: #C0022781070

Live Like a Local, Just Steps From The Beach
Beautiful and private 2 bedroom suite, located on the upper floor of stylish 19th century beach house. Steps (literally steps) from Plum Cove Beach and Lanes Cove you'll have choices of where to swim or watch the sunset over the water. Guests will have the entire 2nd floor, with a private entrance and is western facing for beautiful sunset views. Located within a 15 minute drive to downtown Rockport, Gloucester, Wingaersheek and Good Harbor Beaches. 30 minutes from Salem for Halloween fun!

Gingerbread House | Hot Tub | Dog Friendly
Our historic carriage house in Downtown Rockport has everything you need for the perfect getaway, all year long! A two-minute walk to beaches, shops, galleries, parks, and playground. A peaceful family and pet-friendly space with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay: laundry, full kitchen, queen sized bed with en-suite bathroom and a sun room that converts to an extra sleeping space perfect for kids. A 5 minute walk to the train for day trips to Salem, Gloucester, and Boston!

Rocky Neck Studio/Loft, Gloucester, Mass.
Welcome 2026! We look forward to you visiting RockyNeck in Gloucester. You will be sure to enjoy various special activities and events this summer and fall. We are located in the "quiet end", on a private residential dead end street in a historic artist colony . Nearby public transportation, Audubon sites, cultural events, the Gloucester Stage Co and beaches . Parking is on street with a parking lot nearby, if needed. PLEASE NOTE: the yard is private Bring your passcodes for TV

Plum Cove Cottage with king suite!
A quaint 1900's cottage Plum Cove beach is just 500 ft away! The full gourmet kitchen has granite counters and stainless steel appliances. There is also a spa shower, romantic king bedroom with maple spiral stairs and 3 skylights which provide amazing light throughout. Watch the spectacular sunsets voted one of the best in the world by National Geographic. This is the premier location to begin your exploration of Cape Ann. Beach umbrellas and chairs provided.

The Solar Powered Dogtown Cabin at Applecart Farm
Beautiful hand built very private cabin with master bedroom and large loft located deep in the woods of Cape Ann. Walking distance to down town Rockport and waterfront. Friendly miniature horses just 200 feet away that children love to visit. Applecart Farm is happy to have guests of diverse backgrounds and interests. Pets are allowed only with advanced request to ensure safety of guest and residents pets. NEM 1450 plug for EV charging.

Pleasant Place
Pleasant Place is a spacious, clean and centrally located spot to spend time with your family and friends. It has two bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a pull out couch. Sun soaked in natural light, it boasts a newly renovated kitchen, granite island, large dining room and a charming family room with views of the Rockport harbor. Walk downtown, to the beach, or drive around town and take advantage of your own parking spot in the busy summer.

Hidden Gem! Short term rental steps from 2 beaches
Hidden Gem! Short term seaside rental. Lovely 1 bed 1 bath unit located on private wooded property, steps away from 2 beaches. Private unit amenities include deck with gorgeous year round views of the Atlantic. Fully equipped kitchen, flat screen TV, WiFi, and everything to make your stay pleasant and comfortable. We're a 7 minute drive from downtown Rockport and Gloucester, a 7 minute walk to Cape Hedge and Long Beaches.

Halibut Point State Park. Nature Lovers Retreat
"Tween Coves Cottage" lies nestled next to breathtaking Halibut Pt. State Park. A short walk along wooded paths will lead to the ocean where you can picnic by the water, explore tidal pools, and enjoy a variety of wildlife and vegetation. Distance to the center of Rockport by car is under 10 minutes/ walking is approx. 50 minutes. Distance to the railway station is approx. 5 minutes by car/ walking is approx. 40 minutes.

Long Beach Suites: Steps Away From Surf!
Recently built, Long Beach Suites is ready to welcome you this summer. With peaks of Long Beach, come stay in one of our two bedroom apartment suites. Expertly built with summer visitors in mind. Long Beach Suites is just steps away from Long Beach in Rockport and only ten minutes to Good Harbor. You will be staying one of four similar apartments, photos may not be of exact unit.

Sunny & private cottage in Lanesville Village
Sunny private 2 bedroom cottage with large garden, deck,and great Lanesville location near the ocean. Living room with large flat screen smart TV with Roku, fast internet, and lounge with pull out couch and pocket door for privacy. Now with mini-split A/C and new windows in the bedrooms! Dogs under 55 lbs allowed (no more than 2 ) no cats. Yard is not fenced in.
Popular amenities for Gloucester family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Nana-tucket Inn

Hot Tub Nights + Portsmouth & Outlet Shopping

BC/BU - Beautifully Renovated Penthouse 3-BR/2-BA

Sanctum by the Lake

Oceanfront Pool. Close to Boston. Free Parking.

Winery Studio w/ Private Hot Tub,Fireplace,Tasting

Headers’ Haven

Heart of Southie - Hot Tub + Walk to Top Bars
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Ocean Park Retreat

Private Newburyport Studio w/bath

Pretty Cottage on Plum Island, Newbury MA

Large, Comfortable & Conveniently located Home

Modern Space With Pool Close To Singing Beach

Charming Downtown Gem ~ 2min to Salem ~ Workspace!

The Bookstore|King Beds|Walk2Beach|Private Parking

Heart of Old Town Duplex (LEFT), Steps from Harbor
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Peaceful suite in Boston with city views

Steps from Beach | 2BR Monthly | Parking

Stylish and Cozy at Revere Beach

Country Cottage in the City

Beautiful Beach Studio

Cozy Private Studio Unit w/ Laundry and Parking!

Sunset Waterfront Privacy Beach

Antique Home - Steps from Harbor - Private Pool
When is the best time to visit Gloucester?
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| Avg. price | £176 | £174 | £172 | £184 | £222 | £260 | £287 | £298 | £253 | £242 | £186 | £186 |
| Avg. temp | -1°C | 0°C | 4°C | 9°C | 15°C | 20°C | 23°C | 23°C | 19°C | 13°C | 7°C | 2°C |
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4.9 Average rating
Gloucester stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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