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9.8

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9186 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Rockport, MA

Halibut Point State Park19 min walk
Shalin Liu Performance Center6 min drive
Cape Ann8 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)69 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lovely aesthetics/decor, comfortable, welcoming, well maintained, well equipped kitchen. Beautiful view, great location....

shawn b.

Dec 29, 2023

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters

Golden Cottage by the Sea, is a true New England Cottage that has been lovingly restored and updated. This quaint 1830's house was completely remodeled in 2015. The panoramic views, Atlantic Coastal Path, and fresh ocean air allow for a true place of peace and renewal. Located in a beautiful area called the Avenues it is between the Emerson Inn and Halibut Point. This is the ideal vacation home. If you choose to hike the coastal path, visit the Historic Village of Rockport or hit the beaches of Rockport and Gloucester you will have plenty to do.

There is great fishing off of the rocks. A small private and rocky beach steps from your back door. A private yard for play. A 5 minute drive and from Rockport shops, art galleries and beaches.

Keywords: Oceanfront, Ocean view, Quiet, Peaceful, Family friendly, Charming, Renovated, close-to-town, Furnished, Cozy

Property manager

Brenda Golden

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

A great place for children to play in the yard .

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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 C0174362520

About the area

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Ann and Good Harbor Beach. 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.

Rockport, MA

What's nearby

Halibut Point State Park - 19 min walk
Front Beach - 5 min drive
Shalin Liu Performance Center - 6 min drive
Motif No 1 - 6 min drive
Cape Ann - 8 min drive

Getting around

Rockport Station - 7 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
‪Long Beach Dairy Maid - ‬11 min drive
‪Brothers Brew Coffee Shop - ‬6 min drive
‪Fish Shack Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Halibut Point State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Back Beach and Paper House. Halibut Point Reservation and Front Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

shawn b., Boston

29 Dec 2023

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

Christmas in Rockport

Lovely aesthetics/decor, comfortable, welcoming, well maintained, well equipped kitchen. Beautiful view, great location. Overall excellent and would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

yola n.

24 Oct 2023

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

Yola

This house it’s about the VIEW from some of the bedrooms from the kitchen and the beautiful big deck all year long ,we loved the clean bathrooms and the kitchen and the whole house Plenty of room on the first floor for people to do different things the living room big and cozy Love the little streets of Rockport and nearby towns a lot of restaurants to choose from and of course for us was must see Salem of course perfect month of the year and the price is reasonable Thank Brenda for letting us stay in your home We call ourselves the gang from CT😊

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Constance F.

17 Oct 2023

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

Great stat

We loved the house , the location and the view.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L., Bartlett, IL

18 Sept 2023

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

A Must Stay

What a great place to stay for our annual “sisters” fall get away. The house was spacious, comfortable and kitchen fully stocked. Plenty of towels and linens. Views from the balconies are beautiful. House was in a nice quiet neighborhood great for walks. Enjoyed the coastal causeway path and great views of the Atlantic. Numerous beaches to visit, close to Halibut Pointe State Park and close to town. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia O.

5 Sept 2023

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

Perfect beach property

We loved the house and location. The view was spectacular. Very spacious and updated inside, although unassuming from the street. The house was clean, well-stocked and comfortable (the beds were especially comfortable). A real gem!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary V.

19 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Rockport stay

Property was very clean. Because it only had 2 bathrooms it was not ideal for 8 adults. Also the TV situation was not the best as the password for the streaming services was not provided. The kitchen knives were very dull and there was insufficient larger bowls. I also think the stove needs to be checked out because one or two of the burners did not heat.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

13 Aug 2023

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

Lovely!

Golden Cottage was just lovely! As noted in other reviews, its more spacious than it appears in photos, and is well stocked with kitchen supplies and towels. I loved the wood floors, even the sloping one in the upstairs hallway! Its nice when a house is updated with new things, like the bathrooms, some of the New England charm is left intact. Hopefully the middle bedroom windows will get fixed so you can open them and hear the ocean.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

7 Aug 2023

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

Best House Rental ever! August 2023

This house was just as listed. Extremely clean, (something that is very important to me) Well stocked with anything you could need. Central location to everything. Easy to get to Rockport downtown, as well as Good Harbor Beach and Gloucester. Neighborhood was great. Very friendly folks. Wonderful trails down to the Atlantic from the house and neighborhood. Incredible views from all balconies and deck. Appliances , furniture was upscale and new. Host very friendly, responsive to questions and helpful. 3 generations stayed here and had a blast. I read all reviews before renting and you always wonder what a rental will be in reality. I can say this was the best rental we have ever stayed in. We are hoping to come again next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sara M., Lexington

29 July 2023

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

Rockport

Wonderful family vacation in Rockport. This was our second stay at Golden Cottage. The house is lovely and location convenient for us. Lovely Thanks!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

24 July 2023

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

Summer to Remember

This property was everything as advertised. Well maintained, well stocked, A/Cs throughout in case needed, and you can't beat the ocean view from both decks! See you next year...

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

19 July 2023

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

Great stay for family and friends

The perfect, sea side getaway for a large family or group of friends. Big open space downstairs for community time, and a numerous bedrooms upstairs for private time. Two dedicated parking spaces out front and plenty of curbside nearby. A total win for large groups.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald/Marion C.

18 July 2023

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

A Lovely Stay at Golden Cottage

We were a family group of nine. Ages 80 - 12. Each and every one of us loved our stay. The cottage is very spacious and immaculate. The air conditioning was greatly appreciated as we dealt with record temperatures. No matter the daily activities a highlight was gathering on the deck, sharing our adventures, and soaking in the glorious view.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

28 June 2023

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

Wonderful house

Beautiful views comfortable beds, what more could u want on a vacation??

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William Kelly N.

28 Nov 2022

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

Lovely!

We were afraid that this home would be too small for our family of 8 adults and one two year old but it seemed much more spacious than depicted! Well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, plenty of towels. The location was fantastic even with the cold Thanksgiving weather. Close to charming Rockport and a quick footpath to the beach! Just perfect!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN W., North Aurora

7 Nov 2022

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

Beautiful Views, Quiet Neighborhood, on the Ocean.

The house is very unassuming from the street. But once inside you see why this home is awesome. You enter on the side of the home into the kitchen area that has two sliding glass doors that give a panoramic view of the Atlantic. The Kitchen has everything you will need. Through the glass doors lead to a deck where we spent most of our time. Separated by the bathroom on the first floor is the family room. It is very spacious warm and inviting. Complete with games and books to look through. The stairway is a little narrow but what you would expect and not out of the ordinary. Upstairs you will find 5 bedrooms! Plenty of room for family's. The two bedrooms at the end of the hall are good size and have a shared balcony with great views. You can hear the waves at night, which we love. The home is not directly on the beach, but there is a path you can walk down to the rocky shore. The neighborhood is very quiet and no traffic great for walks. About an hour from Boston and half hour from Salem. Over all a great place to stay. Loved it

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

7 Nov 2022

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

Everything was so easy! House was immaculate. View outstanding! Close to everything! We felt safe. Couldn’t give higher praise.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki F., Palmetto, fl

18 Oct 2022

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

Loved the location

We loved the house! It was so spacious and clean. We slept with the upstairs doors open and had a beautiful breeze and the sound of waves to lull us to sleep. We did cook in the oven and had to clean out the bottom of the stove because something was spilled and the house filled with smoke. But it was an easy fix. The downstairs toilet ran but again we just used the upstairs. We absolutely loved the foot paths to the water. What an adventure. All in all a beautiful location and home.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James P.

17 Oct 2022

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

Great spot

Would love to come back next year :)

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Christine W.

1 Oct 2022

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

Fabulous!

We loved the ocean view and the well equipped kitchen. The 6 of us ladies ages 80+ had a lovely time. One minor drawback was the fact that the 2nd full bath was not on the same floor as the bedrooms….

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A., North Las Vegas

21 Sept 2022

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

Best Rockport Vacation Yet

We've stayed in several vacation homes in both Rockport and Gloucester. Sunrise on the Cove was one of the best spots. Views were spectacular! Wished we could have stayed longer. Thank you Brenda for sharing your awesome home with us!

Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

14 Aug 2022

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

Tranquillity and Gorgeous Views

Golden Cottage has stunning ocean views and plenty of space for a wonderful family vacation. The eight of us were outside on the the decks constantly, even glimpsing whales in the distance several times during our stay; the kitchen is well equipped with top end appliances, and the living room offers not only a TV but also a nice assortment of games, puzzles, and books. The bathrooms are beautifully renovated; the kids especially loved the spa shower, which they had never seen before. Bedrooms are small, but beds and linens are very comfy, and the five bedrooms offer lots of sleeping space for a good sized group. We had a minor problem the first day, and Brenda contacted Randy, the local property manager, who came with prompt, friendly service. Check in and check out are both a breeze. The location near Halibut Point is wonderful - far enough from town to be very quiet and peaceful, but close enough to run into Rockport or Gloucester with ease. Plus, it was really nice to pop over to the Lobster Pool whenever we had the urge. The property offers close access to the Atlantic Coastal Path, which offers beautiful views and lots of rock climbing adventure, but there is no safe water access; however, there are beaches within short driving distance. Anyone who has been to Rockport before knows that parking is restricted to residents at most beaches, but Front and Back Beach offer on-street parking are great for kids. We always go to Gloucester for the larger beaches; if you haven't been to Cape Ann in a few years, be aware that parking passes MUST be purchased online in advance for Stage Fort, Wingershaek, and Good Harbor. We have stayed on Cape Ann in many locations over the years, and Golden Cottage was one of the best. The only thing that marred our week somwhat was that we were in the midst of a heat wave, and the air conditioning is inadequate for what appears to be our new summer weather pattern. However, overall, our stay was delightful and we highly recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lelia S.

4 Aug 2022

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

We had a lovely time at the Golden Cottage!

We had a lovely time at the Golden cottage. The location is excellent and we loved walking on the Atlantic path and around the neighborhood. The only drawback was the heat and lack of good air conditioning. There were air conditioners in the bedrooms, but the house was still very warm without central air. Overall though, it was a lovely place to spend a week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

LS C.

31 July 2022

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

Beautiful and clean home. We loved the views and the location.

We had a wonderful time.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

sara m., Lexington. Ma

17 July 2022

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

Lovely stay in Rockport

Beautifully situated house in Rockport. Two decks with views of the water. Great kitchen and dining room. Brenda was readily available for any questions or concerns. Just a lovely place for family to gather. Thanks!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane K., Sunderland, MA

6 July 2022

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

Gorgeous Ocean View

The house was just right for our family of 2 daughters, their husbands and little ones .. 4, 1 and 3 mos. and us. It's actually bigger than it looks in the photos and well appointed. We spent alot of time on the deck under the umbrella keeping the beautiful blue ocean in our view all the time. There's plenty of places nearby for the kids and their families to explore. We all loved our vacation and look forward to visiting again. Thank you to the Goldens for sharing their lovely property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brenda Golden

The Golden Family live in Roswell, Ga and enjoy their retreats to Rockport. They pastor St. Peter's Place Anglican Church and own Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee company which works with farmers in Rwanda while providing coffee drinkers in the U.S with an excellent cup.

Why they chose this property

The Golden family fell in love with Rockport while Jonathan was attending Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. As Jonathan walked the paths of Cape Ann he was reminded of his families roots in Cornwall, England. The property is a historic home that they restored in 2006. It has beautiful views and easy access for brisk swims, kayaking and paddle boarding right from the back yard.