Cottage holiday rentals in North Shore

Lakefront cottage for a fun, relaxing getaway.

Enjoy a cozy stay in a lake front cottage. Located in Essex, on chebacco lake, this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home has everything you could need. Fully stocked kitchen, comfortable living space with wifi and a large TV, and a comfy couch overlooking the lake. We have a external monitor with a keyboard and mouse to set up a workstation if needed. A large deck and seasonal dock to hang out on. Close to the ocean if you get tired of the lake. It's an excellent home base on Boston's North Shore.

Salty Mermaid Cottage/Boat House

This 2br home is nestled at the end of a peninsula’s over the water, 5min drive to downtown Portsmouth. Spend the day on the on deck, grilling or enjoy your own authentic Maine lobster bake, swimming and treasure hunting the shore. Also explore Kittery or downtown Portsmouth, both just five minutes away. Enjoy this freshly renovated home, water views from every room and window, all bedrooms are equipped with a/c, free WiFi and smart TVs. Fully equipped kitchen has an amazing view of the water.

Designer decorated-Sunset Bliss- Beach 3 min walk

Peaceful Plum Island cottage, renovated fall of 2018 and 2023 with New England coastal charm. Open floor plan and water views of the marsh, a short 3 minute walk to the beach. Watch the sun rise over the Atlantic and enjoy the spectacular sunset directly in front of the house for a nightly show. Walk the cottage for ice cream, Rip tide & the Sunset Club for cocktails and dinner. Beach, boating, fishing, wildlife sanctuary, and the historic downtown Newburyport all just 40 miles from Boston!

Retro summer cottage - walk to the beach!

A peaceful beach retreat that's close to all the action. This one-bedroom cottage is the oldest in the neighborhood and is full of retro charm. The house is within walking distance of Nantasket Beach and is set back from the road in a large, quiet yard. Don't worry about beach parking—the driveway is big enough to park two cars. Hull has plenty of restaurants and activities. Grab a post-swim ice cream in the summer and watch the sunset on the secluded patio.

Sunset Waterfront Privacy Beach

Newly renovated waterfront with private beach and panoramic views. Enjoy the private pool (open June through September). Unmatched privacy and large outdoor living. Front row wildlife views of marsh. Bikes to venture out and discover the island. Evenings by the firepit watching the tides roll in. Amazing sunsets! Private sleeping loft in bedroom 3 perfect for older kids. Modern kitchen with a washer/dryer combo. Wake up to a fresh Tea or Coffee.

Charming Coastal Maine Cottage

Charming Coastal cottage on private way. Two bedrooms w 1 bath upstairs. Additional pullout futon in separate room downstairs. Sleeps up to 5. Surrounded by Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, walk to Seapoint Beach, beautiful and peaceful. Large screened porch to relax in. Bird watchers paradise. Eclectic restaurants, galleries, museums, local food purveyors, breweries and more all 10-15 minutes away in Kittery/Portsmouth .

White Pine Cottage

Cozy 1930s cottage in Stow, MA with modern amenities. Great landing pad if you are visiting the area. Located in quiet neighborhood with very little traffic. Convenient to local farms, orchards, golfing, parks and more. Hudson, Sudbury and Maynard's restaurants and shops 15 minutes away and big city Boston / Cambridge only 40 minutes.

Bright & Cheerful 3BR+den, Gloucester Cottage

Quiet 3BR + den, 2BA cottage sits on a creek with a lovely deck overlooking the tidal marsh which opens up to Essex Bay. Comfy beds, light and airy space. Quiet neighborhood surrounded by nature. Train to Boston is 2 miles from the house, local hikes, bike rides and beaches all a short walk, drive or bike ride away.

Life of Reilly at Back Beach

IT'S ALL ABOUT THE LOCATION - A PERFECT SPOT A wonderful, nautically appointed cottage two houses away from our other rental. It comfortably sleeps up to 7 people including a queen sized master bed, a full size bed, a single futon in the loft as well as a pull out sofa in the living room.