Tennis Courts, Walk to Town, Enjoy the Beach!

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Sunny, Breezy Front porch with space for entertaining.

Fenced in yard with play structure, yard games, chairs and more.

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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Gym
Pool

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Manchester, MA

Singing Beach
‪19 min walk‬
Hammond Castle
‪9 min drive‬
Wingaersheek Beach
‪17 min drive‬
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Thanksgiving 2023 is available & Summer of 2024, we are excited to rent house for entire summer, or for longer stays. Let's connect. We have been renting houses for 20 years, we provide premium service.

Located in the village of Manchester-by-the-Sea, this fully equipped 4 Bdrm, 2.5 bath home easily sleeps 8 with room for 10. Walk to the beach, harbor, library, train, tennis courts, SUP, yoga, grocery store and fabulous restaurants during your week stay (6 night min) or relax on the front porch, within the fantastic yard or grill on the back patio. Well appointed, furnished for comfort and easy to enjoy - this is the perfect vacation rental. Every aspect of living is available for you.

House rental comes with Beach Parking / Walk-On Pass for SINGING BEACH in Manchester and CRANE'S BEACH in Ipswich. Both beaches are delightful and wonderful experiences.

Location! Location! Location! Walk to town, to beach, to dinner, to tennis, to playground, to yoga, to surfing, to library, to train ... walk to it all. Best village location. Renovated tennis courts, playground & turf fields across the street.

Gourmet kitchen ready to entertain. Gluten-free, allergy-free house & complete details to make your stay wonderful and stress free.

This is ideal for the active family (families) - 2 tennis courts across the street and a new turf field, play ground and lots of space to play within the view of the front porch. Bring your bike, skate board and rackets - this house is the ideal location for people who like to be outside and enjoying open space.

Here are some details:
4 cots, with bunk house (summer fun, for kids)
Beach toys
Beach chairs
Beach parking sticker for your car
Sun umbrella
Air mattress (twin & queen)
Full linens
Kitchen and eating for 12 people.
Dining table for 8 adults.
Fireplace (seasonal)
Games, books, technology for all interests.
Outdoor Grill.
Garage & shed.
Bikes for him, for her & for kids.
Cot, toddler bed & crib/pack-n-play.

House outline:

Basement:
Extra Frig/Freezer
Washer/Dyer

First Floor:
Living Room #1 of 2 (big screen TV)
Dining Room
Kitchen
Living Room #2 of 2 (big screen TV)
Half Bath

Second Floor:
Master Bedroom, master suite with private shower & his/her closets - Queen Bed, desk & seating
Bedroom #1 - double bed
Bedroom #2 - queen bed
Bedroom #3 - twin bed
Full bath (tub)
Walk in storage area with closets/storage.
Linen closets

Attic - off limits.

Keywords: House, home, cottage, 4 bdrm, tennis, beach, village, family, yard, garage, car, play, porch, grill, patio, walk to the beach, bike riding, walk to restaurants, sleeps 8 - 10, tennis courts, walk to town, walk to train, minutes to Boston.

Master Suite, with private bath. Premium Kitchen Appliances (Viking Range & Sub Zero Frig/Freezer, etc). Blue Ray, Google TV. LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Only steps from downtown, train, tennis courts & beach. Fantastic location (Brook St/ llen Ave)

Walk to:
Yoga Studio
Vet
Library
Train to Boston
Restaurants
Gift Shops
Bar
Real Estate Agencies
Grocery Store
SUP Store
Park
Playground
Beach
Harbor
Ice Cream Store
Local Book Store

Property manager

Stacey Lai

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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Booth Cottage as seen from the back garden.

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pre-approved pets only.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking in house, at all.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Long-term renters welcome

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 C0133851660

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Manchester-by-the-Sea

Located in Manchester-by-the-Sea, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Salem Witch Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wingaersheek Beach and Good Harbor Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Long Hill and Dogs by Design & Cats Too. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.

Manchester, MA

What's nearby

Singing Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Hammond Castle - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
Good Harbor Beach - 13 min drive - 14.9 km
Half Moon Beach - 13 min drive - 9.4 km
Wingaersheek Beach - 17 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

Manchester Station - 8 min walk
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Team Biofuel - ‬10 min walk
‪Woodman's of Essex - ‬8 min drive
‪Causeway Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
‪Blue Marlin Grill - ‬8 min drive
‪The Farm Bar and Grille - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tennis Courts, Walk to Town, Enjoy the Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Tennis Courts, Walk to Town, Enjoy the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tennis Courts, Walk to Town, Enjoy the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tennis Courts, Walk to Town, Enjoy the Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tennis Courts, Walk to Town, Enjoy the Beach! located?

This family-friendly Manchester-by-the-Sea holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Singing Beach, Graves Beach and Agassiz Rock. Bakers Island and White Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). Manchester Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Connie m., Collierville, tn

27 June 2021

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

Pretty properly. Great beds and owner is very accommodating

Manchester is beautiful and the property is very nice. My puppy had a great time

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

13 July 2019

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

Lovely, comfortable home

Our family of 4 and sometimes 5 adults., with 3 young children, thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Stacey was exceptionally responsive to every question and need. The house is comfortable, spacious, and convenient to everything—shops, restaurants, and beautiful Singing Beach. We were there for 3 weeks and didn’t want to leave!

Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

9 Aug 2018

A Perfect Vacation Location!

A beautiful and very comfortable location for our large family vacation. Perfectly appointed with everything we could need - including beach towels and tennis racquets to use on the courts right across the road from the house. The beach and village are within walking distance, but Stacey will very graciously secure a beach parking pass for your car! The weather was so incredibly hot and humid during our week, but we were so comfortable with air conditioning in our bedrooms and many fans in the house - even one on the porch that gave us a most wonderful breeze and kept the mosquitoes away each evening. We (all 9 of us plus our three pups) loved our stay and highly recommend "Brook-By-The-Sea".

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Collin P.

29 July 2018

Great house in a great location!

Great house in a great location. Already thinking about coming back.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

23 Aug 2017

Wonderful home in an ideal location!

This is a fantastic house in a great location. Clean, comfortable, has all the amenities you need, and tons of space to spread out--we were able to host other family members staying in the area for dinner two nights--around 20 people--and never felt crowded, between the great fenced-in back yard seating, the family room, dining room, and the ample seating on the front porch. All very comfortable. It was the perfect place to host a group! We didn't have any young children with us, but if you do, they will enjoy the yard, swing set, and many "kid entertainment" options available. But it's a great house for adult groups, too. Stacey and her husband were SO nice and helpful with any questions we had prior to arrival or anything that came up during our stay. The town itself is charming, with some fun little shops and good dining options, and the two local beaches are great (and the house had beach chairs/umbrellas, which is great). If you're a Crane's beach fan (like we are), the drive is so easy and the beach passes in general are a nice bonus. I'd go back again, and would recommend it to anybody whose bed size/type needs align with what they have. Just a wonderful, fun place owned by very thoughtful, accommodating people!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

1 Aug 2017

Comfortable Home-away-from-Home in Idyllic Manchester-by-the-Sea

A holiday spent in the North Shore's jewel, Manchester-by-the-Sea, would be greatly enhanced with a stay at "Brook by the Sea". This home is comfortably appointed, offering a cozy cook's kitchen, which opens onto a spacious family room and ample dining room, creating a warm and welcoming space for family and friends. Four bedrooms offer generous sleeping space. The master bedroom is set apart from the other three bedrooms and has an ensuite bath for additional privacy. The front porch is a delightful spot to enjoy breakfast or an evening cocktail, and the back patio served as the perfect (less formal) setting for a Maryland-Style crab feast. The fully fenced yard and swing set make this a perfect spot for families of all ages, shapes and sizes. All amenities are within a quick stroll through the winding streets of this charming city-by-the-sea. Crosby's Market, churches, the pharmacy, library, restaurants and shops are all within a few minutes walk. Singing Beach is one of the most glorious beaches on the East Coast. This gem is a speedy drive or a very manageable walk from the house. The Owners of this home are welcoming, helpful with travel tips, and quick to respond to requests and queries. The townspeople are friendly, creating a sublime setting to enjoy a memorable get away. You will thoroughly enjoy your stay!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

7 July 2017

Lovely place great location

Very comfortable and roomy, very well supplied,lovely porch and outdoor yard, convenient to town and beach

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

7 July 2017

Wonderful stay!!

Our group of 4 adults and 3 children stayed at this charming home for a week at the end of June...The house was a perfect fit for us! The master bedroom/bath is separated from the other three bedrooms, and all are on the second floor which worked great for us to offer my parents some privacy. It is not so far, though, that you wouldn't be able to hear your kids if you were staying in the master and had kids in the other bedrooms. The beds were all very comfortable and there was plenty of room to put our clothes/etc so nothing felt cramped. The main level of the house is cozy but spacious enough to spread out -- We used one room for those who wanted to watch a little TV, and the other room for those who wanted a quieter reading spot. In between is the kitchen/dining area - the kitchen was very nice and had everything we needed. All that said, we actually used the outdoor spaces the most. The back patio area is wonderful! There was a nice breeze back there in the evenings and we could all sit together at the long table. We grilled several nights and it worked out perfectly. Before and after dinner was spent on the front porch which had very comfortable couch/chairs and a view of the tennis courts/turf field below (and the spacious yard, which was good for younger kids) My kids were in heaven using the turf field! There is also a wonderful playground at the end of the field. As far as location, it was ideal -- I walked to town each morning to get groceries(only 7 minutes)! The proximity to Singing Beach was our favorite part as we went to the beach on 4 occasions - it is an awesome beach - perfect sand, very clean, snacks sold on premises, and easy to park with the provided parking pass. All in all, we couldn't have asked for a better set up for our needs. Many, many thanks to the owners, who answered every question quickly and even provided ideas of things to be sure to see (like Tuck's point which was also a great spot!). Five stars.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Caryn M.

19 Aug 2016

Magical home in beautiful Manchester!

We had a wonderful stay at this Manchester-by-the-Sea home. The house is exactly as promised - lots of space, beautiful bedrooms, everything anyone would need for a family of four (or more). We arrived to find everything immaculate. This was a "turn key" experience. What an amazing neighborhood - so quiet and cute, but very close to downtown. Singing Beach (about a mile from the house) is unbelievably beautiful - with the beach passes, beach toys, chairs and umbrella, we were ready to go! We had a few questions during our stay and the owners were immediately responsive. The weather wasn't always perfect and that didn't bother us a bit! The house is so comfortable, we were able to just relax, read and watch a movie with the kids. I would highly recommend this home to anyone with a family - it's clean, roomy, convenient and homey. Our girls are 8 and the home was just perfect for them. Manchester-by-the-Sea is a perfect alternative to the very busy Cape. It's a very nice "hometown" feeling - with easy access to a gorgeous beach and delicious restaurants. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David G.

26 July 2016

Wonderful vacation rental in beautiful Manchester-by-the-Sea

This is a truly wonderful home for a family stay in Manchester-by-the-Sea! The description in the listing was accurate in all respects. Everyone in our party absolutely loved staying there. The property is very child-friendly, and the 4 children in our group were thrilled to be there from the moment we arrived throughout our entire stay. The house is gorgeous, very clean and well kept and equipped, and it comfortably accommodated our party of 6 adults and 4 children. The property has a terrific, large fenced-in yard with play structures for children - all the parents in our party felt that it was just perfect. The location is fantastic - just a very short walk to the town and shopping and also a short and pleasant walk to Singing beach. It is also just a short drive from the house to Crane beach. We had great beach days at both beaches during our stay. The house is in a very nice neighborhood, peaceful and quiet, and it is located right across the street from a park. The owners provided excellent customer service - interactions were all prompt and very nice. I would absolutely recommend the property to friends and family, and we hope to stay there again. It was terrific - we couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nora R.

23 July 2016

Long Weekend in New England

Had a wonderful long weekend with our adult children. Did not spend a lot of time at the house as we were out and about the whole time (Manchester to Ipswich to Rockport to Gloucester to Ogunquit to Kennebunkport to Portsmouth ... and the grand finale of a baseball game at Fenway Park) but it was perfect for our needs. We had a couple of issues, but Stacey resolved quickly (and the wifi issue we resolved ourselves). The house is very nice. The only thing keeping me from rating it 5 stars instead of 4 is that I think "air conditioning" in the homeaway ad is a bit misleading ... Otherwise, top notch!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

sherry p.

27 June 2016

Manchester by the Sea

The home was lovely and fully equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Nice yard and lots of toys, bikes, etc. to make our stay with children enjoyable. Loved the convenience of walking to grocery and shops. Weather was lovely, too cold to enjoy the beach. Overall a nice family vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Annegret W.

7 Dec 2014

Fantastic stay

We had a great time with our four kids. Weather was perfect, we enjoyed the ocean, had a lot of bbqs, followed the soccer world championships and played tennis. We all enjoyed the sport facilities on the other side of the street (tennis court, soccer field, playground). The house is perfectly equipped in a very nice neighborhood. Manchester is the best spot to discover Cape Ann etc., we went to Rockport, to Kittery....we would definitely come back again!

About the host

Hosted by Stacey Lai

We love our town, our home and immediate neighborhood - if you are interested in having a private, fun and enjoyable week - this house is for you. It's healthy, sunny, active and a great place to relax and enjoy. Our rugs are beautiful and floors are amazing - but, we also love sandy feet. Do what you can to help maintain this great house in the excellent condition, but we also understand what it means to be comfortable. We love animals, birds and fresh roses. Our grass is organically kept green and the landscape is almost perfectly groomed. Eating on the front porch is our most favorite past time with friends and family. We're excited to share with the right family, person or group. We love our neighbors and location, you will too!

Why they chose this property

Location, Location, Location! The beach, the ocean, the harbor, the water, water, water! The sunset and sunrise from Singing Beach is amazing. Our village is on the harbor and filled with sweet shops, delicious restaurants and a great library, community center & grocery store. Walk to dinner, yoga and live music. This property is not for entertaining outside of the pre-approved guests. It's ideal for small gatherings and wonderful for families.

What makes this property unique

Tennis courts across from house with lights for fun extended night play, athletic field, great yard, porch & easy walk to Singing Beach! Walk to town, walk to train, walk to school and walk to church, beach, grocery store and more. Enjoy yoga, dinner, paddle boarding, fishing, tennis, the train to Boston/Gloucester/Rockport all within walking distance from the house.

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2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

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