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Quaint Simplicity on Quiet Lane, Spacious and Relaxing, Walk to Shops, Beaches

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Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Full-size bed.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Rockport, MA
  • Front Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Shalin Liu Performance Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cape Ann
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quaint Simplicity on Quiet Lane, Spacious and Relaxing, Walk to Shops, Beaches

This peaceful location on a quiet lane just outside of Rockport's downtown offers an easy place from which to enjoy the best that this world-renowned sea-side art colony has to offer. Beaches, shops, art galleries, restaurants, and Rockport Harbor are all just a five-minute walk from your door.


A five minute walk takes you directly into the heart of Rockport's downtown, full of art galleries, quaint shops, restaurants, and home of the Rockport Chamber Music Festival and Rockport Art Association. Boat tours leave regularly from two wharves, and you can rent sea kayaks, go deep sea-fishing, or climb the rocks at the end of Bearskin Neck and watch the sun set over the harbor and the famous Motif #1 fishing shack.

The same short walk brings you to Front Beach, with its fine swimming and scenic views of Rockport's coastline for adults, and gradual slope and tidepools that delight children. Along the way you will pass the lane leading to Millbrook Meadow, an oasis-like park with a pond, waterfall, babbling brook, and large lawn with swings and slide.

Property manager

P. Squires

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Good Harbor Beach and Wingaersheek Beach. Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Rockport, MA

What's nearby

  • Front Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shalin Liu Performance Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Motif No 1 - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Ann - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Good Harbor Beach - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 6 min walk
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Long Beach Dairy Maid - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fish Shack Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Surfside Subs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Brew Coffee Shop - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Simplicity on Quiet Lane, Spacious and Relaxing, Walk to Shops, Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Simplicity on Quiet Lane, Spacious and Relaxing, Walk to Shops, Beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Simplicity on Quiet Lane, Spacious and Relaxing, Walk to Shops, Beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Simplicity on Quiet Lane, Spacious and Relaxing, Walk to Shops, Beaches located?

Located in the heart of Rockport, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Front Beach, Shalin Liu Performance Center and Back Beach. Motif No 1 and Old Garden Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). Rockport Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate P., Chesterfield MA

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

Excellent location & comfort

This property is located close to downtown which has shops, galleries, beaches, & restaurants. The kitchen and family room are comfortable & well provisioned. Having three bedrooms was also convenient with teenagers! Plenty of parking too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

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

Quick weekend getaway

This was my second time visiting Rockport, first time I stayed on the neck. The house location was perfect and walkable to everything. My parents, daughters and I all fit comfortably. I'd definitely stay here again. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn B.

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

Fun weekend

Just want to thank the owners - its a beautiful home. For 6 adults- it was very roomy. The house had everything you could think of that you may need. We thought the 1 bathroom was going to be an issue, but it wasn't. Great neighborhood. It was a nice walk to get to "town". We walked off our dinner for sure walking back home. Gloucester is maybe 10 minutes away. Salem, maybe 30 minutes. The only 'issue' was the fishy smell when we walked in the house. It was still there Saturday morning. So we febreezed everything cause we weren't sure where it was coming from. Its possible previous "renters" cooked fish or lobster and it just lingered? Other than that our trip was s blast. We had no reason to contact the owners, so we didn't.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Great place to stay!

The location was great. Easy walk down to the shops and the ocean, also an easy drive to surrounding towns. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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

Three generations

The house is a bit dated, but so comfortable and the location is perfect. It was a short walk to breakfast, lunch, dinner and shopping. Rockport was located in easy driving distance to other places we wished to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

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

Nice place

Rented the house for a tuna fishing trip, perfect location. 20 minutes from the docks. Definitely will rent again if I'm in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Lovely home in perfect location

My family and I had a fantastic stay Priscilla's home, everything exceeded our expectations. The home itself is very clean and cozy, comfortable and spacious for the 4 adults we had for this trip. The location is incredible - just a short walk to beautiful downtown Rockport and the beach. We loved walking to get coffee in the mornings and having easy access to all the things that make Rockport such a great destination. Priscilla was welcoming, accommodating and quick to reply. I highly recommend this house and look forward to the opportunity to stay again! This will be our first choice if we are lucky enough to return to Rockport. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon W.

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

Perfect location

House was close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

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

Clean, spacious and good location

The rooms look very clean and are spacious than they appear in the pictures. Two out of the three bedrooms and the living room have ACs which are helpful during hot summer days. Check-in process is easy. The owner is very thoughtful to provide a handbook with local restaurant recommendations and many local maps and activity pamphlets. We used grill to make dinner. The location of the house is convenient, just 5 min walk to Main street and Front Beach. There are many art galleries, restaurants and ice cream shops on Main street. The view in Rockport is picturesque, and there are many activities available in Cape Ann area. We had a very pleasant stay in this house and area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Secluded New England style home

This was by far the easiest VRBO rental I have had. Everything was exactly as advertised. Came to attend a wedding. The day we drove up from NJ was the hottest day of the year to date. Homes generally do not have air conditioning. When we arrived, we found that owner had opened windows to cool the home. Stayed two nights and it was exactly what we were hoping for. Owner was very fast responding to any messages through VRBO. Can't say enough about how nice this experience was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kirsten A.

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

Working Vacation

My husband was working in Gloucester on a scallop boat, and so our 1 year old son and I stayed down with him. The house was perfect for the last week we needed! With the season on a quota, you’re never sure exactly how much time you need to reserve a place, so I was beyond thankful when the host allowed us to add an extra night onto our reservation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olga P.

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

Beautiful, Quiet, Close to Downtown

The house more spacious than it seemed from the pictures, we stayed as a family group of 6 people (3 generations) and there was plenty of room. Location is perfect, on a small quiet cul-de-sac off Main Street, within an easy walk to Bearskin Neck. It's an older house but well-maintained and sparkling clean. A slightly overgrown yard creates a wonderful low-key Rockport beach vibe. Priscilla is an amazing host who really went out of the way to make our stay comfortable. On the first day of our stay, we had a major issue with the shower. I messaged Priscilla at 11pm on a Friday night before a long weekend (but had low hopes for a quick response given the timing). Priscilla called me on Saturday morning at 8am, to say that she arranged for a plumber to come the same morning. When the plumber couldn't fix the issue, she found another contractor who came in the same afternoon. (We didn't even have to stay in the repairmen, we were out the whole time enjoying the area.) When it turned out that the issue can't be fixed quickly, Priscilla offered to rent a room in a nearby motel for us, so that we could go there to shower. I declined since that wouldn't be a practical solution for my group, and then Priscilla gave me a full refund on my stay. I was extremely impressed by her quick reaction and her generosity. It's amazing how she really cared and tried to help us in all possible ways. Thank you, Priscilla, and we hope to return some other time! [To a future renter: the shower issue will obviously get a permanent fix before the house can be rented again, so you needn't worry about it. What you need to know is that Priscilla is a host who will be there for you and will do everything to help you with any questions or issues that might arise during your stay.]
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

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

Girls weekend

We had a great time this weekend. The location of the house was perfect for walking everywhere and enjoying a spring weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Amazing Weekend Getaway

We stayed at Priscilla's home this past weekend to celebrate a family birthday. We had an absolutely wonderful stay in this comfortable home. Checking in was easy and Priscilla made sure we knew how everything worked, from the tv to the washer/dryer. We were just a short walk from downtown Rockport and it was so convenient, especially since we could park our car in the driveway! The home was clean and cozy for relaxing. We would highly recommend this home and Priscilla to anyone looking for a fun stay in Rockport! Thank you Priscilla for being such a consdierate host, we hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Max K.

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

Beautiful Rockport Home

My friends and I had a wonderful time staying in this beautiful Rockport home. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed, and the owner was extremely responsive and helpful. The house is just a short walk from town and the beach, and it's a quick drive to Halibut Point and some great quarry walks. It was an all around great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jim K., Westfield

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

Quiet, Convenient Location

The house was as advertised. Clean and cozy. Within walking distance to T-station and seaport area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Great stay

Great house and location

10/10 Excellent

Sunny W.

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

Hidden Gem

Surrounded by a beautiful beach town the photos of this place do it no justice. Very vintage, and quiet. So relaxing. My mom and my teenagers felt so at home and comfortable that they wanted to move in. The garden is overflowing with beautiful flowers and smells so good. Wonderful experience for a girls weekend. Would love to come back in summer time! Definitely a story book experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Mindy H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Stinky Grandma's House

The amount of space, kitchen and location are great. But, the "old grandma's" smell was simply awful! The property inside needs complete rehab along with the outside gardens, which cover the front walk and are taking over the front of the house. The old parquet floors crunch under foot, there is an old musty wood smell and the bathroom toilet is ridiculous! The washer dryer is located down the steep stairs into the dank and verboding basement. Grade - D
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Jeana C., Cynthiana

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

Quiet getaway

Home is out dated but very nice. We were able to walk a short distance to the ocean and downtown shops. The owner was very easy to work with and answered all questions in a timely manner. The only problem I had was the front yard was the landscapping was very overgrown but nothing that interferred with our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

albert c.

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

Cute place great location

This place was great for me and my family! Rockport is such a cute fishing/ artist town. This house is a five minute walk to the local shops and restaurants. The house is bigger then we where expecting and beds and layout where perfect for my family(2 kids, my wife, and me). There was another bedroom for a guest as well. Owner was quick to answer ani of our questions. Great stay we really enjoyed it. Also it was about 1/2 hour from Salem, MA which was great for a day trip with the kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

Great Home

This is a spacious home with lots of room for 4 adults. We loved the kitchen and cooked lots of good meals, enjoyed relaxing in the backyard and most importantly enjoyed the easy walk to the town and to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by P. Squires

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We still enjoy using our summer house on and off throughout the year, and are happy to make it available to other families when we're not there. Our children were lucky to grow up spending their summers at Front Beach and enjoying the ice cream and candy shops throughout downtown Rockport. The jar of beach glass on our family room mantle contains layers of memories collected each summer during their childhood!

Why they chose this property

When we found this house, we almost couldn't believe our luck at the location. While just a simple 5 minute stroll into town and to Front Beach, it is situated on a quiet private lane with virtually no traffic. It has a good sized yard, and some conservation land directly behind it. We have convenience to everything downtown Rockport offers, yet quiet and privacy with a safe place for our children to play.

What makes this property unique

As mentioned above, we are very centrally located, yet we have space and privacy to relax and for our children to be outdoors.

Languages:

English, German