Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access

Gloucester, Massachusetts
$685 avg/night Minimum Stay 4 Nights
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Bath 2

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Sleep 11

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This finely maintained summer cottage built in the 1820s overlooks Hodgkins Cove in Gloucester Massachusetts.

Unique and special amenities include 2 private beach accesses, consistently spectacular sunset views over Hodgkins Cove and Ipswich Bay, and hiking/walking paths on a 55 acre private estate (yes really!).

It comfortably sleeps 11, has 5 bedrooms, 2 and a half bathrooms, a downstairs porch, and and upstairs nightclub (which is a covered screened in outdoor lounge area great for evening cocktails to watch the sunsets).

It's located 5 miles from Bearskin Neck in downtown Rockport and 5 miles from downtown Gloucester. Both downtowns are filled with very nice, family restaurants, fun boutiques, and art galleries.

Enjoy water views from most rooms in the house. Dogs allowed, smoking not allowed.

FIRST FLOOR:

Kitchen: Everything you need in a kitchen: range, sink, dishwasher, silverware and plates and pans, and of course ocean views.

Bathroom 1: sink, toilet, shower/bath.

Bedroom 1: King bed, closet, ocean views.

Dining Room: Dinner table that seats 10 comfortable.

Living Room: Television, 2 couches, antique day bed, fireplace, and an ocean view.

Utility Porch: Washer/Dryer

Bay View Downstairs Porch: Overlooks Hodgkins cove. Beautiful views. Perfect for enjoying a nice day.


2ND FLOOR

Bedroom 2 (the door room): 3 twin beds, 1 closet, 2 dressers. Great for kids.

Bathroom 2: sink, toilet, bathtub.

Bedroom 3: full bed, closet, ocean view.

Bedroom 4 (the pillow): a smaller, cozy room with a full bed. Ocean view.

Bedroom 5 (the master): king size bed, closet, half bathroom, sitting area, and of course ocean views.

Bathroom 2.5: sink and toilet in the master bathroom.

Upstairs Porch (the nightclub): screened in, couches, and a swinging Gloucester hammock. Great for cocktails in the evening and for a fantastic sunset.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 20 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3500 Sq Ft (325 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Golf Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Whale Watching Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Ocean Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 11

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Review Review

  • Laura M.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    We had a wonderful visit to The Quarry House. The description was excellent, communication with the owner was very helpful.

  • Dorothy L.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Loved the porches and the beautiful sunsets.

  • Gordon M.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed May 26, 2025

    Forest and his mother Ginger, as well as their family member Happy were all a pleasure to deal with. Their communication was perfect and they were accommodating to every question and concern that we had. Definitely easy people to work with.The check in and checkout times were standard for this type of rental but I would say the checkout procedure was above average easy.The location is great, as any long-term stay can be accommodated by about a 15-minute trip to a local Market Basket as well as several smaller provisions closer by.The property... Boy oh boy the property.....It's truly a secret I'm letting out because if you're reading this and thinking about renting from forest and his family, you have struck gold. This house is part of a large estate owned by dozens of members that take excellent care of a large Oasis on the ocean. The views and the nature that surround the property are extraordinary. The private beach is visited only by other estate renting members as well as the family who is part of the large estate. It makes for a private, exciting, peaceful environment.If you're into lawn games and tennis, there are great provisions for both, if you are in for an ocean kayak, you have been taken care of already, if you're looking for a big cozy house to stare at the ocean from, you have been blessed.I had the privilege to marry my wife here and this place will forever be special. It's view is immaculate, it is well maintained, and it is the place to be.TYJesus

  • Submitted May 31, 2025

    Stayed May 13, 2025

    Great view. Needs some updating.

  • Mary S.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    My family loved staying in this historic house! It was so peaceful and the views were incredible, our stay was much too short! The home is so comfortable and the antiques and artwork were fascinating. It was a perfect place for the bride and her bridal party to get ready for the wedding, thank you for sharing your home with us!

  • Heather M.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 13, 2024

    My family enjoyed the house and view very much. We had a great vacation and the house was so cozy to rest in between site seeing. However the house definitely needs a furnace. Forest was a wonderful host ☺️

  • Debra H.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 9, 2024

    Able to enjoy the beach and hiking paths in the cove

  • Kimberly S.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    To say the least the property has history and great charm. There were 5 of us and all got a bedroom. The cove was breathtaking. Contact with the owner was awesome as we shared a few texts. Thank you for a great time

  • lyla r.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2024

    Stayed Sep 5, 2024

    The house has great charm and the beds were comfy. It is an older home that comes along with some quirks but nothing that can spoil the beautiful property and location! Forest was very responsive and helpful.

  • Chrystal M.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2024

    Stayed May 25, 2024

    The Quarry house was amazing. So much history and the view of the bay and the sunsets were perfect. The owner was super responsive to our questions and the Gloucester community was welcoming. I highly recommend this house and hope to visit again!

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$685+
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