10/10 Excellent
Courtney F.
5 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Courtney F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
Good Harbor Beach House - walk to beach, close to restaurants and shopping!
Cottage with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Good Harbor Beach
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8144.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Good Harbor Beach
- Place, Long Beach
- Place, Wingaersheek Beach
- Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
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!
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!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Pets are allowed with prior approval.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to 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.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0479341070
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Gloucester
Located in Gloucester, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Good Harbor Beach and Cape Ann. Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Gloucester, MA
What's nearby
- Good Harbor Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Long Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Maritime Gloucester - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
- Cape Ann - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
- Wingaersheek Beach - 14 min drive - 13.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 7 min drive
- Dunkin' - 3 min drive
- Seaport Grille - 4 min drive
- Surfside Subs - 10 min walk
- Dunkin' - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Colleen W.
22 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Colleen W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
sue r.
28 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sue r.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elena A.
18 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot!
Elena A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
susan k.
25 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glorious Gloucester
susan k.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Denise W.
16 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream Cottage
Denise W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carmen G.
9 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carmen G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nuvia D.
12 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Too hort
Nuvia D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle S.
19 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
Michelle S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
14 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Jennifer H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle L.
17 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation during the plague
Michelle L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Debra Z.
30 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
holiday visit
Debra Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michele B.
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Stay by the Beach!
Michele B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Claudia P.
4 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Home in the perfect setting
Claudia P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lois S.
7 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous and more!
Lois S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen B.
14 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gloucester escape
Karen B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Todd
12 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Todd
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ann F.
1 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A delightful, cozy, lovely appointed home by the sea
Ann F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen F., Medway, MA USA
20 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Beach Cottage
Kathleen F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert S.
28 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Beautiful and Relaxing
Robert S.
10/10 Excellent
Patti F.
7 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spring Fling Getaway
Patti F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Valerie R., Brunswick, Maine
4 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
Valerie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie B.
8 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a "Home Away From Home"
Julie B.
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dodie S.
30 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!! And most importantly... CLEAN!!
Dodie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dianna R.
1 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dianna R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Laura Howard
Hi! I was born in Gloucester and grew up on Cape Ann! I am thrilled to be able to share my family beach cottage with you. We had been looking for over 10 years to find the perfect beach cottage and found this diamond in the rough and bought this home in 2007. At the time, it was a summer only camp with no heat! We renovated the home to a year around, cozy cottage, with many of today's modern amenities!
Why they chose this property
This home is uniquely situated on the marsh and dune systems of Good Harbor beach. It is one of only 7 homes with this highly desirable proximity to the beach with a large lot and privacy.
It is accessed by a quiet, private road and nestled between the woods and marsh/dunes. I hope you will enjoy my gardens as much as I do!
Sitting on the back deck or side covered porch, it is a pleasure to bird watch! We have numerous books to help you identify the many species. There is also an abundance of rabbits that are adorable to watch, but can be frustrating when the eat all my beautiful flowers :-)
The home still has the feel of a early turn of the century summer cottage with original hardwood floors, fireplace (non-functioning), built in hutch in the dining room and cozy layout. We were careful to not detract from the feel when we updated the home.
It is accessed by a quiet, private road and nestled between the woods and marsh/dunes. I hope you will enjoy my gardens as much as I do!
Sitting on the back deck or side covered porch, it is a pleasure to bird watch! We have numerous books to help you identify the many species. There is also an abundance of rabbits that are adorable to watch, but can be frustrating when the eat all my beautiful flowers :-)
The home still has the feel of a early turn of the century summer cottage with original hardwood floors, fireplace (non-functioning), built in hutch in the dining room and cozy layout. We were careful to not detract from the feel when we updated the home.
What makes this property unique
Privacy and close proximity to Good Harbor beach.
Highly functional layout - cozy, but sleeps 8 comfortably.
Amazing deck with both lounging and dining areas with spectacular views across the salt march to the Atlantic ocean.
Short drive to both downtown Gloucester and Rockport where there are numerous galleries, shops, restaurants and so many things to do!
Highly functional layout - cozy, but sleeps 8 comfortably.
Amazing deck with both lounging and dining areas with spectacular views across the salt march to the Atlantic ocean.
Short drive to both downtown Gloucester and Rockport where there are numerous galleries, shops, restaurants and so many things to do!
Languages:
English
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