Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh

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A calm lake at sunset with a boat and a small rowboat.
A large house with a well-maintained lawn and trees in the background.
A riverbank with haystacks and a distant forest.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with a view of greenery, and a sunset painting on the wall.
A calm water body with boats docked, surrounded by grassy areas and a forested hill in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Essex, MA
  • Place, Stavros Reservation
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Essex River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Essex Shipbuilding Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Essex

Located in Essex, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ipswich Museum and Castle Hill on the Crane Estate are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Salem Common and Greenwood Farm. Essex Shipbuilding Museum and Appleton Farms Grass Rides are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water tubing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Map
Essex, MA

What's nearby

  • Stavros Reservation - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Essex River - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Essex Shipbuilding Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cogswell's Grant - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Wolf Hollow - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • South Hamilton-Wenham Station - 14 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Bar and Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zumi's Espresso & Ice Cream - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Woodman's of Essex - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cleave Porch - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh?

As of 2 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh on 30 December 2026 start from NZ$2,149, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh located?

Situated in Essex, this golf cottage is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Essex Shipbuilding Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of Essex River and Ipswich Museum. Choate Bridge and Crane Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this home and the property. Secluded and surrounded by nature, yet easily accessible to everything. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2026
So glad the cottage was “Right for you”!!! We lave having families who want to take full advantage of the opportunity to completely immerse themselves in nature! We look forward to your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at this property in August of 2026. It is well maintained, stocked with everything you’d need, and located in a beautiful and secluded spot. The host is very nice and a great communicator. I’d definitely recommend this place and will hopefully stay there again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2026
Jessie and her family are just the right kind of folks to enjoy this spot - we really enjoyed hearing about the joy they found in the estuary and the surrounding landscape. A complete joy to host
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice spot, secluded, quiet, with really enjoyable views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
We love sharing the island with folks with enjoy nature as much as we do. Matthew and his family are welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Background to Comfortable Cottage

Great scenic location with very comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful getaway with amazing views!

Awesome property, peaceful getaway but still close enough to enjoy the North Shore!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Retreat

I had a wonderful stay on the Island. The cottage has amazing details, is clean and well-kept, and very comfortable. The location and views are truly incredible. Justin is a wonderful host-- welcoming, responsive, helpful, and an all-around good person, not at all intrusive to guests, but available if anything is needed. I would love to stay here again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 November 2022
Thank you for such kind words Becca. You are welcome on the island any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage with the blue door

The cottage was very clean and newly renovated. The beds were comfortable. The appliances worked well. A clear glass patio looks out on a lush green salt marsh. The swallows chased each other in front of the cottage.We witnessed an amazing sunrise outside our back windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Getaway

What an incredible location! Every moment of the day afforded different beautiful views of the marsh and river. We kayaked to a beach with Caribbean-like soft sand and turquoise water. Fabulous bird watching, magical sunsets & sunrises, and big, majestic oaks swaying in the breeze. Just paradise. And host Justin went truly above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and make our stay comfortable and checkout easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2024
Wow! Thanks so much for such kind words. There are certain people who are perfect for the locations, and you guys were just it! So glad you got to paddle and enjoy the swimmable waters and beaches. We'd love to have you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquility

Our family found this place is utterly tranquil, beautifully situated and comfortable. Salt-sea breezes, birds and marsh grasses, clouds and sun...we spent hours soaking it in on the porch. Location is amazing; so close to Essex, Ipswich and Gloucester, but peacefully removed from the hustle. Justin is completely welcoming and very easy to communicate with, both online and in person. Thank you so much. We can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We came back for more!

My husband and I stayed here last year and ever since, I've been looking forward to coming back and bringing my 3 kids. It is such a special spot - a cool, clean cottage with breathtaking views in quiet seclusion but also close to anything you need. The owner, Justin, who is an awesome host has continued making improvements and upgrades to the site including a great fire pit. We enjoyed swimming, paddle boarding and rowing off the dock in the morning and hit Crane Beach nearby to cool off on a couple hot days. Fun food and shopping in Gloucester is an easy drive. We rented the adjacent cottage for 2 nights so more family could be here together and that worked out perfectly. Hope to come back again, this place is magical!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gem of a spot

Can't say enough about how great this rental is. Even with bad weather it is in a beautiful location, so quiet and peaceful. The house is clean and cozy, comfy bed and nice kitchen. It has a very cool architectural mix of an asian vibe and being on a boat, minimalist but has everything you need. The hosts were so friendly and helpful with us using our coastal row boats from their dock. The tide swings greatly so just know you can't always use the dock at low tide unless you want to walk in the mud but we still had plenty of time to use it. There is also so much to do nearby/within 30 minutes drive at most to lots of great attractions but many much closer. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property exceeded expectations! Such a beautiful view, great host, and wonderful memories made!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property to relax at. Private island with golf course 1/2 mile from cottage. Justin answered all my questions promptly. We will look to book again
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2026
So cool to have folks from out of state finding the island and enjoying Cape Ann. Super attentive guests. Left the cottage in perfect shape. Would love to have them back
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