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Harborside Oasis | Harbor View | Heart of Downtown
Step into Coastal Bliss at Our Rockport Apartment! 🌊🏠 Perfectly positioned just steps from Bearskin Neck, immerse yourself in unique shops 🛍️, exquisite dining 🍽️, and serene beaches 🏖️. Revel in the spectacular views of iconic Motif Number 1 from your balcony, enjoy high-speed WiFi, and a 55" Smart TV in a fully stocked kitchen. Ideal for soaking in Rockport's vibrant yet relaxing atmosphere. Note: Requires climbing stairs and can get noisy! Book your unforgettable seaside retreat today! ⚓

Annisquam Village Bunny Cottage
This beautiful Annisquam Village cottage was renovated to the highest level of quality by two artist's. Located just 5 minutes from Lighthouse Beach, Cambridge Beach and Talise Restaurant. Bunny Cottage has beautiful gardens, is surrounded by water on 3 sides, and has peek-a-boo views of Wingaersheek Beach from the bedroom window. The house is charming, with top notch amenities, like, heated floors, air conditioning (indoor/outdoor living). Mass Dept. of Revenue Certificate Number: #C0022781070

Balcony|KING Suite|Walk2Beach+Bearskin|Parking
Inquire about our winter rental rates! • Steps to Front Beach, Bearskin Neck cafes, restaurants, boutiques, art shops, and the Shalin Liu • Private off street parking spots for 2 cars • High Speed Wi-Fi • 10 minute walk from commuter rail to Boston • Smart TV equipped to stream all your favorites • Fully stocked kitchen • Balcony with cafe seating • Ensuite bathroom with large Kohler soaking tub • Comfortable king and queen size memory foam beds • Convenient EV charging right across the street!

Downtown 1 bedroom w parking
Enjoy our fully refurbished historical home located in the heart of the coastal town of Rockport, Massachussetts. Perfect for couples or small families. This cozy basement unit offers a comfortable stay with with parking and a new kitchen, bathroom and washer and dryer, Our unit features a bedroom with a comfortable king size bed, The living space is tastefully decorated with a queen sofa bed. Walk to the beach, Bearskin neck, restaurants, Shalin Liu music center, art galleries and shops.

Live Like a Local, Just Steps From The Beach
Beautiful and private 2 bedroom suite, located on the upper floor of stylish 19th century beach house. Steps (literally steps) from Plum Cove Beach and Lanes Cove you'll have choices of where to swim or watch the sunset over the water. Guests will have the entire 2nd floor, with a private entrance and is western facing for beautiful sunset views. Located within a 15 minute drive to downtown Rockport, Gloucester, Wingaersheek and Good Harbor Beaches. 30 minutes from Salem for Halloween fun!

Rocky Neck Studio/Loft, Gloucester, Mass.
Welcome 2026! We look forward to you visiting RockyNeck in Gloucester. You will be sure to enjoy various special activities and events this summer and fall. We are located in the "quiet end", on a private residential dead end street in a historic artist colony . Nearby public transportation, Audubon sites, cultural events, the Gloucester Stage Co and beaches . Parking is on street with a parking lot nearby, if needed. PLEASE NOTE: the yard is private Bring your passcodes for TV

Plum Cove Cottage with king suite!
A quaint 1900's cottage Plum Cove beach is just 500 ft away! The full gourmet kitchen has granite counters and stainless steel appliances. There is also a spa shower, romantic king bedroom with maple spiral stairs and 3 skylights which provide amazing light throughout. Watch the spectacular sunsets voted one of the best in the world by National Geographic. This is the premier location to begin your exploration of Cape Ann. Beach umbrellas and chairs provided.

3BR Oceanfront Condo with decks
Have fun with the whole family at our stylish oceanfront condo. Capture exquisite sunrises and sunsets off of the decks overlooking the ocean. Spend time in the spacious arcade/game room with family and friends or listen to some smooth beats using our retro record player. Walk to downtown Gloucester where you will find a number of restaurants and bars or alternatively walk to exquisite beaches or parks all available steps from your front door.

Hidden Gem! Short term rental steps from 2 beaches
Hidden Gem! Short term seaside rental. Lovely 1 bed 1 bath unit located on private wooded property, steps away from 2 beaches. Private unit amenities include deck with gorgeous year round views of the Atlantic. Fully equipped kitchen, flat screen TV, WiFi, and everything to make your stay pleasant and comfortable. We're a 7 minute drive from downtown Rockport and Gloucester, a 7 minute walk to Cape Hedge and Long Beaches.

Halibut Point State Park. Nature Lovers Retreat
"Tween Coves Cottage" lies nestled next to breathtaking Halibut Pt. State Park. A short walk along wooded paths will lead to the ocean where you can picnic by the water, explore tidal pools, and enjoy a variety of wildlife and vegetation. Distance to the center of Rockport by car is under 10 minutes/ walking is approx. 50 minutes. Distance to the railway station is approx. 5 minutes by car/ walking is approx. 40 minutes.

Sunny & private cottage in Lanesville Village
Sunny private 2 bedroom cottage with large garden, deck,and great Lanesville location near the ocean. Living room with large flat screen smart TV with Roku, fast internet, and lounge with pull out couch and pocket door for privacy. Now with mini-split A/C and new windows in the bedrooms! Dogs under 55 lbs allowed (no more than 2 ) no cats. Yard is not fenced in.

Chic Downtown Loft ☆ Private Parking ☆ Ocean View
Enjoy ocean views from this bright, renovated loft on Dock Square—the heart of Rockport. Steps from beaches, Bearskin Neck cafés, Motif No. 1, boutiques, and the Shalin Liu. Walk everywhere and soak in the seaside vibe. 1-min → Bearskin Neck 5-min → Front Beach 8-min drive → Halibut Point Park 25-min → Salem | 1 hr → Boston | 15-min walk → MBTA train
Popular amenities for Gloucester family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Nana-tucket Inn

Nothing better than a private hot tub in winter!

Your Cozy 1 BR Apt & Relaxing Retreat

BC/BU - Beautifully Renovated Penthouse 3-BR/2-BA

Spacious 3 bed, in unit laundry, central Air

Haven by the Lake

Oceanfront Pool. Close to Boston. Free Parking.

Winery Studio w/ Private Hot Tub,Fireplace,Tasting
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

The Word Barn, Exeter, NH

Private Newburyport Studio w/bath

Ocean Park Retreat

Lionsgate at Cohasset

Pretty Cottage on Plum Island, Newbury MA

Nothing Fancy Older Pet Friendly Home – near I-95

Salem House

Instant Book/Parking/Wk + Mo Discounts
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Steps from Beach | Pool | Parking | Large Deck

Spacious vacation unit in premium suburban town

Stylish and Cozy at Revere Beach

Modern Space With Pool Close To Singing Beach

Country Cottage in the City

Cozy Private Studio Unit w/ Laundry and Parking!

Sunset Waterfront Privacy Beach

Antique Home - Steps from Harbor - Private Pool
When is the best time to visit Gloucester?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | G$49,557 GYD | G$48,929 GYD | G$48,302 GYD | G$51,648 GYD | G$62,312 GYD | G$73,185 GYD | G$80,504 GYD | G$83,640 GYD | G$71,094 GYD | G$67,958 GYD | G$52,275 GYD | G$52,275 GYD |
| Avg. temp | -1°C | 0°C | 4°C | 9°C | 15°C | 20°C | 23°C | 23°C | 19°C | 13°C | 7°C | 2°C |
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4.9 Average rating
Gloucester stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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