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Good Harbor Beach House - walk to beach, close to restaurants and shopping!

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gloucester, MA
  • Place, Good Harbor Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Niles Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Wingaersheek Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About the area

Gloucester

A stay at this cottage places you in the heart of Gloucester, within a 5-minute drive of Good Harbor Beach and Schooner Adventure. .This golf cottage is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Long Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Cape Hedge Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Good Harbor Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Niles Beach - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Encore Boston Harbor - 61 min drive - 62.2 km
  • Boston Harbor - 61 min drive - 67.9 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 6 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Burn Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lobster of Gloucester - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Good Harbor Beach House - walk to beach, close to restaurants and shopping!

A quaint 4 bedroom family cottage sits on the edge of the salt marsh and dunes of Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester, Massachusetts - the oldest fishing port in the United States. This rare location offers privacy as well as desirable proximity to Gloucester's most famous beach. Listen to the surf, smell the sea and enjoy the breeze!

You can enjoy a quaint front deck, full length covered porch and spacious back deck. The deck allows for comfortable lounging as well as outdoor dining for 6+ (Pictures to follow, currently being painted.)

An outside shower allows for convenient clean up and a large private back yard for children to play. Loads of gardens and bird watching.

Four bedrooms allow for ample sleeping arrangements for up to 8 quests: (2) twins, (2) full and (1) queen. Please note that the bedrooms with the full beds are connected and one room is accessed via the other.

Gloucester offers minutes drive to world class seafood, ice cream just down the street, golf, state parks for hiking, whale watching, sport fishing, live theater, music, art and so much more!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,560 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

If time allows, it is very helpful if you can do a load of towels. The cleaners and next quests really appreciate it. Thank you.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Pets are allowed with prior approval.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0479341070

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Good Harbor Beach House Gloucester

Good Harbor House Gloucester

Good Harbor House Gloucester

Good Harbor Beach House Cottage

Good Harbor Beach House Gloucester

Good Harbor Beach House Cottage Gloucester

Good Harbor Beach House - walk to beach, close to restaurants and shopping! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 224 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Traci Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, amazing views and lots of wildlife. We enjoyed our stay very much and enjoyed the short walk to the beach. We had everything we needed at the property and the host stayed in communication with us. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home, very close to beach and restaurants. We stayed for a weekend and it had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family and I were lucky enough to stay here for a weekend getaway and it is as beautiful as it looks in the photos! The view of the marshes with the ocean in the distance is amazing and it is so peaceful to take in the wildlife from the deck. The house is beautifully decorated and well stocked with everything you may need. Our host was accommodating and responsive and you can feel how much she loves the cottage/area. The beach is only a short walk around the corner! We are already thinking about making another trip and hope to be able to stay again. Thanks for a great trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely stay at Howard’s Cottage for Christmas! It was cozy yet spacious enough, had everything we needed to cook Christmas dinner, and the view was beautiful. We even had a bonus, a white Christmas! Thank you for sharing your cottage!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very clean and comfortable. Communication was great. Laura was very accommodating with the parking. Our family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann L., Henniker, NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Laura was very responsive. We enjoyed the house, especially all the antique quilts! The beach was very close and pretty at sunrise and sunset. I wish we could have used the porch, but that is for warmer weather….
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
It provided us with everything we needed for our trip.location was the biggest factor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was such a fabulous home in a great location. My family and I had an exquisite time making memories. Laura was an incredible host!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hank P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Laura is a very gracious host!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful from start to finish. I wish we could have stayed longer! Close to great eating, short walk to a beautiful beach, and the house is perfect. Will absolutely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sue r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was good. Spotless.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was magical, and me and the ladies had a perfect girl's trip by the sea. It was clean and had everything we needed, and good harbor beach was clean and amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LYNNE W.

Liked: Cleanliness
I love this cottage. I would say it was magical. We just about lived on the back deck. We read our books, grilled, and just enjoyed the view and all the birds. The location is perfect. Everything you need or want is close by but once back to the cottage the real world melts away and you are back in a little paradise. We could not think of a negative about our vacation here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy g.

Liked: Cleanliness
very sweet cottage, well equipped kitchen. location great, quiet neighborhood .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
So clean - so comfortable - you feel like you're staying at a friend's home, not a rental property. Our group of 6 adults never felt crowded, especially with the very large deck as bonus space. Well-stocked with everything for a relaxing stay and trips to the beach (so close!). Laura has thought of every detail and is very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This dreamy beach cottage was a perfect retreat for my family. The views of the marsh and the sky from the deck were stunningly beautiful, particularly at sunrise and sunset. It was an easy walk to our favorite beach. The house had everything needed including fun games that we enjoyed playing. Laura is an excellent and responsive host. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erinn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Beachhouse!

We absolutely loved our stay! The house was beautiful. We especially loved the main living area, kitchen and porches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Glorious Gloucester

I love the new kitchen!Home is so comfortable and lovely. Beach a stone’s throw away. Deck sits within a beautiful marsh filled with birds. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot!

The house was great! We never wanted to leave the beautiful porch. Quiet neighborhood, quick walk to the beach and short drive to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

Liked: Cleanliness
As always, everything was just right
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dream Cottage

Gorgeous marsh view with a super short walk to the beach. Perfection.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amit G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great experience

We had a great time. The house is at a great location and the experience was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025