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

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Nestled on the edge of Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester, Massachusetts, this quaint 4-bedroom family cottage offers a serene retreat. Enjoy comfortable lounging and outdoor dining on the spacious decks or take a refreshing outside shower after a day at the beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

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!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • 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

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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.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Parking for a maximum of (3) cars. If additional off-site parking is required, contact owner.

People other than those listed in Rental Agreement may not visit/stay at the property without prior approval.

Loud noise on the deck is restricted between 9:00pm and 9:00am out of respect for the neighbors.

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the neighborhood

Located in East Gloucester, a neighborhood in Gloucester, this cottage is next to a golf course and near the beach. Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rocky Neck Art Colony and Essex Shipbuilding Museum. Cogswell's Grant and Long Hill are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Gloucester travel guide
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Gloucester, MA

What's nearby

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Good Harbor Beach House - walk to beach, close to restaurants and shopping! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Good Harbor Beach House - walk to beach, close to restaurants and shopping!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Good Harbor Beach House - walk to beach, close to restaurants and shopping!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Good Harbor Beach House - walk to beach, close to restaurants and shopping! located?

Located in East Gloucester, this golf cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Good Harbor Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Long Beach and Cape Hedge Beach. Schooner Adventure and Massachusetts Bay are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 223 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 223 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 223 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It provided us with everything we needed for our trip.location was the biggest factor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nancy g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very sweet cottage, well equipped kitchen. location great, quiet neighborhood .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amit G.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena A.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was just as described and pictured in online listing. It is a charming and cozy home with a beautiful view. It is conveniently located near Good Harbor Beach and downtown Gloucester.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Wonderful spot and adorable home

We had a lovely stay at this adorable home. We had a wedding nearby and loved the walks to the beach, talks on the patio and a full kitchen to feed all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Beautiful Vacation Home

Beautiful house, great location, spacious, great wi-fi, amazing deck.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia O.

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

Beautiful Stay!

House was exactly as described. Super clean, big enough for the entire group and a beautiful view in the back! Close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

Dream Cottage

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Girls trip

My friends and I stayed here and it is a short walk to the beach which we enjoyed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger O.

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

Near the Beach

It's a great place for a family vacation, near the beach as well as good restaurants and necessary supplies at reasonable prices in nearby Gloucester.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Baptiste L.

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

Quiet spot, near beach.

Very nice house, recent bath and kitchen fixtures, quiet location, walking distance to beach. Easy and good communication during stay (although we didn't have any issues).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia P.

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

Cozy Home in the perfect setting

We really enjoyed our 2 night stay. The house is beautiful and very clean. Easy walking distance from the beach and only a short drive to Gloucester, Rockport, Halibut State Park and Crane Beach. Very quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nuvia D.

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

Too hort

It was relaxing and we enjoy the views and the fresh air
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina G.

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

Family Getaway

Beautiful view! The deck was an amazing place to soak in some Fall sunshine. The home is so clean and beautifully decorated. Perfect family trip to attend a wedding in Gloucester.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

Wedding Stay by the Beach!

We were attending a wedding in Gloucester and stayed for 2 nights. A lovely beach home with a cottage feel! We highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Wonderful location and beautiful cottage

This home is beautifully decorated, comfortable and has everything you need for a wonderful stay near the beach. Although an old cottage it has been beautifully updated, including a new kitchen. Best of all are the outside decks and the view across the marsh to Good Harbor Beach, just a short walk away. Also close to Gloucester and Essex, with great restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Family wedding weekend

Great location for us. Host was very responsive and easy/pleasant to work with. Highly recommend this beautiful cottage near the beach. Plenty of space to relax at the cottage inside and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Walking distance to stunning beach. Beautiful back porch looks out over marsh. Comfortable, cute home was perfect for our New England vacation. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

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

Very cozy and warm

The house was very warm and welcoming. It was in a great location for my son's wedding at Hammond Castle. It was fully stocked with everything you needed. We loved the deck overlooking the marsh.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Cottage - Gloucester

Our family had a wonderful stay. Access to the beach was as advertised. Good Harbor Beach was perfect for us and our two grandchildren. The house has everything you need for a great stay including beach chairs and a wagon to take back and forth to the beach. We are already planning next years trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody C.

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

Beautiful Home

It was beautiful and cozy. Had plenty of space for a large group of adults to sleep comfortably. Excellent access to the beach and amazing restaurants. Would definitely book again if I were to ever return to the area. The host was awesome and easy to contact.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Great stay at Howard’s Cottage!

The weather unfortunately wasn’t on our side, but our two families still had a wonderful time at this peaceful cottage. The house was exactly as advertised— cozy, clean, and nicely decorated. We appreciated how well-stocked the kitchen was, and the collection of books, games, and toys to occupy our kids (2, 2/12, & 3 1/2). Even the dogs felt at home in this tranquil home. We only wish that we could’ve enjoyed the deck and short walk to the beach, but it gives us a reason to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

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

Good vibes at Good Harbor

The house is a delight; immaculate, very comfortable, and extremely well stocked. You can walk to Good Harbor Beach, but there are no sidewalks on Whitham Street, so we dropped the children and beach chairs off at the resident’s entrance.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra Z.

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

holiday visit

This house served as a lovely place for our family to gather for a christmas dinner. The house had good amenities. Everyone loved the location and distance to nearby Good Harbor beach was a plus even in the winter cold. local road needs work, cars all bottomed out on the road. Thank you for hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024