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Spacious Home, 9BR/5BA, Pool, Walk to beach and town.

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Living room with stone surround fireplace
Light-filled living room with new couches and area rugs.
Living Room
Spacious, fully stocked kitchen with new fridge, dishwasher and gas range
Spacious eat in kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
9 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 19696.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
  • Singing Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Coolidge Reservation
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hammond Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 19)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 9

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Home, 9BR/5BA, Pool, Walk to beach and town.

Enjoy a wonderful vacation in Manchester-by-the-Sea in Cape Ann, the North Shore’s crown jewel (as featured in the prize-winning movie, Manchester-by-the-Sea), combining small town feel and a beach atmosphere. This spacious home is conveniently located on Smiths Point, just steps from famous Singing Beach and a 10-minute walk to downtown Manchester, where you can find parks, restaurants, the town’s grocery store, and Captain Dusty’s ice cream shop!

This home is the perfect spot for vacationing families, large groups, or reunions. The home’s location and amenities provide countless options for guests. The home is also perfect for families attending a wedding in the vicinity. We completed a major cosmetic upgrade in November 2021 with all new wall to wall carpeting, new furniture in the upstairs and downstairs living rooms, all new paint in the sleeping wings and upgraded kitchen appliances. As such, we have slightly increased rates for peak rental season (May - July). Any rentals already booked for 2022 will be granted our original pricing.

This 9 BR/5 BA home sleeps up to 19 people and has 3 master suites in 3 separate wings of the house. It was recently outfitted with large air conditioners in the common areas, and all bedrooms have window units.

Every bathroom has a hair dryer and comes stocked with soap and paper products for your convenience.

The 2 acre plot includes a large private yard with an adjacent pool (open Memorial Day weekend through October 1) and adjoining bowling green enveloped by large pine trees, affording privacy for you and your guests. The bowling green and pool include a croquet set, floats, beach chairs, umbrellas, and countless toys for pool and beach users. (The semi-private pool is shared with two of my cousin's families who only occasionally use the pool). There is a basketball hoop in the driveway.

The driveway and garage accommodates up to 6 cars for parking. (No parking is allowed on any of the streets).

The home offers a gas grill, brand new refrigerator with water dispenser, dishwasher, 2 cooktops (one gas, one electric), 3 sinks, 3 ovens and a microwave. There is both a Keurig coffeemaker and a drip coffeemaker. The large kitchen area is perfect for big groups, with an open dining room that can seat your entire party. There is also a patio on the main level and a deck on the upstairs level, both with outdoor furniture. There is a motorized stairlift for guests who may need it.

Enjoy downtime in a large light-filled living room on the upstairs level with a wood-burning fireplace and magnificent cathedral ceiling with wood beams. There are two TV rooms, one on the upper level and one downstairs. The downstairs TV room has a brand new smart TV where you can access your own streaming platforms. It also has a classic bumper pool table. Next to the downstairs TV room is a large play room equipped with a ping pong table and countless board games and toys for kids (and grownups!) of all ages. Keep the kiddos entertained even in poor weather with legos, building blocks, doll house, games, books, and more. The house is wired for cable and high-speed WiFi.

There is a laundry room with washer and dryer and ample linens and towels available for your use.

For our youngest guests, we offer 2 high chairs, 3 Pack and Plays, a baby bouncy seat, an infant tub, baby gates, and bed rails.

It is an easy 10 minute-walk to the train station, where you can go into Downtown Boston or explore the North Shore. There is also an easy 5 minute walk to the beach, or you can drive to the beach and use the convenient parking lot.

Summer is absolutely perfect, but foliage season, Spring and Winter are also beautiful!

- Bedroom layout -
First floor wing: One Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, 2 bedrooms with 2 twin beds each, shared hallway bathroom. Sleeps 6.

Second floor wing 1 (closest to kitchen): One Master bedroom, 2 bedrooms - one with 2 twins, and one with 1 twin bed. Shared hallway bath. Sleeps 5.

Second floor wing 2 (closest to living room): One Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 1 room with 2 twin beds, 1 bedroom with queen bed. Sleeps 6.

One brand new queen sized air mattress available for your use. Sleeps 2.

Property manager

Maggie Maloney
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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 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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0111391660

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 near the beach. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA

What's nearby

  • Singing Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Coolidge Reservation - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Endicott College - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Hammond Castle - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Salem Witch Museum - 19 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Manchester Station - 13 min walk
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Team Biofuel - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Woodman's of Essex - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blue Marlin Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Bar and Grille - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Coolidge Reservation - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Home, 9BR/5BA, Pool, Walk to beach and town. have a pool?

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

Is Spacious Home, 9BR/5BA, Pool, Walk to beach and town. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Home, 9BR/5BA, Pool, Walk to beach and town.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Home, 9BR/5BA, Pool, Walk to beach and town.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Home, 9BR/5BA, Pool, Walk to beach and town. located?

This family-friendly Manchester-by-the-Sea holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Singing Beach, Graves Beach and Bakers Island. Agassiz Rock and White Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). Manchester Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place for family reunion
Beautiful area. House very accommodating for a large group.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM Y., ROCK SPRINGS, WYOMING USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Great Location, Great House, for Large Groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Location and House in Manchester
We had a large group of friends here for a wedding weekend and the spacious house and grounds were perfect for us. There is a wonderful walled game garden and pool area and the house is a mid century modern dream. Lots of.privacy but close.to beach and town
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Walks to Singing beach and downtown. Train to Salem for Haunted Happenings. Short drive to Gloucester for lobster and a schooner ride. Big meals made in the big well equipped kitchen. Great week.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large comfortable house, good location
House is roomy, great for multiple families with pool and short walk to the beach. Location convenient to singing beach and Mosconomo park, ice cream, shops etc. kitchen well equipped, great for us since we ate out almost all meals. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect for our large family
The house was wonderful with multiple different spaces for people to hang out. The yard, pool, and garden were all lovely- so much outdoor space for kids to play. It felt like everything was set up so well for large groups- lots of large cooking dishes, huge eating areas, and separate bedroom/bathroom spaces (with their own AC- so nice!). The neighborhood and surrounding area is just gorgeous as well.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family reinion
Wonderful stay and a wonderful fullly equipped home with a great pool, croquet grounds, and large yard. Near town center and Singing Beach. Everything is walkable. Perfect home for kids with nine bedrooms. Our best annual 4th of July family reunion with 14 people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Family Reuniun
We absolutely loved our stay. What makes this property really attractive for our group is that the bedrooms are grouped into three separate wings, several bedrooms in each one. Walk to the beach, passes, parking, large outdoor spaces and a huge swimming pool gives anyone everything they need to make memories that last a lifetime. The family agreed we'll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for multiple families
The house and property were well suited for our two families traveling together. The play room was great for the kids and even better for the adults keeping an eye on them! The large property with the pool area worked out perfect for all outdoor activities and the newer deck on the second floor was a great spot for a cup of coffee in the morning! Wouldn’t change a thing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved it!
Lots of space for everyone, great pool, quick walk to Singing Beach, ice cream and Duncan donuts nearby. Very friendly property manager. Beds comfortable and adequate. Looking forward to returning to Manchester by the Sea.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week!
We had a fabulous week in a great, spacious home! Plenty of room, grounds and pool were beautiful and host and caretaker were attentive and communicative. Beautiful Singing Beach is a short walk and town is adorable. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
yearly family reunion
Wonderful house to host 18 people plus one day visitors. House is located in the geographic middle of our family residences. I could not ask for anything else. House has it all.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claudia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Our family of 17 (grandparents through 1 1/2 year old) loved our stay! The house was big enough that we could gather or scatter as we wanted, and location was beautiful. Some used the on-site pool, and we grilled and enjoyed the deck. We saw sights in Gloucester, Manchester, Beverly, Salem, and Marblehead that pertained to our ancestor 400 years ago. Fabulous memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the place.
After agonizing over the choice of properties for a family reunion with a group of adults from 20-something to 80-something, I chose Maggie's place. It was a huge hit! Our group has stayed in a number of VRBOs over the years, less and more expensive than this, but this one turned out to be the very best! The interior photos (especially the kitchen) don't convey the spaciousness. I was a little hesitant that the pool might be shared: would we feel awkward, or intrusive? No! We had it to ourselves and it was spectacular. We felt like honored, appreciated guests and had more than enough privacy. The grounds are idyllic and the whole place has a wonderful vibe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Debra P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Trip
For our family of 12 with 4 kids 5, 7, 10, & 11 having a pool was our top priority and the pool was great! Darrin, the house manager and Maggie were both very responsive and helpful! The house itself was comfortable but showed some wear in places! The kitchen was well stocked and clean! There were air conditioners in each of the bedrooms but some were quite noisy and the mattresses on some of the twin beds were really hard! The property was within easy walking distance to singing beach and close to the train station and some wonderful restaurants! Overall a good time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Location & Excellent Layout
We loved Maggie’s place. We were traveling with my husbands siblings and their families, plus his parents and his Nana. The layout gave us all the privacy we needed, but also offered lots of places for everyone to hangout together. Everything you could want was about a 15 minute walk. We walked to the beach, to the park, to the grocery store, to the ice cream shop and to get coffee. We saw deer, fox and turkey and we heard coyotes! We loved that Maggie’s place was close to everything but still tucked away. Maggie’s was a great host. She was easy to work with and an execellent communicator. Check in and out was a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Great property
We used this property for a family reunion. 10 adults and 9 younger kids fit perfectly into the house. Was a bit frustrated that one of the couples had to take a full size bed as the property description said queen size. There was an issue with the toilets but the property manager was on top of it and had a plumber sent immediately. Plenty of linens and the kitchen was stocked with cookware which was amazing as we cooked all our meals at the house. The heated pool was great and it was half a mile walk to the beach. Plenty of room inside and out for the kids to have fun. The playroom for the kids was great too! Overall would recommend this property to others. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Artie (Ms) H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful week!
We were a family group ranging in age from 12 to 94. The pool was a great attraction, as were the ping pong table and bumper pool. There were many places for people to read or check their email in private . The town is charming.. We spent a lot of time in a wonderful bookstore there. And a visit to Dusty’s Ice Cream often ended a satisfying day. Our pickle ball players found courts nearby. And of course Singing Beach was a lovely beach. The grounds are lovely. We spent a leisurely stroll on the stone walkway around the croquet court with our daughter who is an avid player gardener. Such a pleasure! We will always remember this joyful week. I
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in great lication
We loved our week at this house in Manchester-by-the Sea. The house is very roomy and extremely well-equipped with everything from cooking and serving utensils to toys for all ages. The walk to Singing Beach is doable. We used a wagon for the littlest kids and all our stuff. We also loved the pool. Darren responded extremely quickly to all of our questions. We would highly recommend this house. to any family looking for a beach-y gathering.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glorious Spot for Family Gatherings
Every rave review is well-deserved. Staying here is like borrowing a wonderful house from a good friend who has outfitted the spaces with everything you could need. There are just enough personal touches--from bins of Legos, dolls and doll houses, classic adult games to every appliance one might need to cook for a gang--to make you feel warm and cherished but never overwhelmed. The house has just been spruced up with new paint, carpeting, and furniture. Spaces are large, light-filled, clean, comfortable and perfectly suited to all kinds of groupings, Everyone from 6-77 loved the walks all over town, beachcombing, the huge yard, and being able to seat 19 for Thanksgiving easily! Even off season, teens reveled in ping pong, the basketball hoop, wiffle-ball competitions, and held polar-plunge events at Singing Beach. The owner and manager were super responsive and supportive. All 16 of my extended family wished we could see this enchanted spot in summer and would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Anita B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great Location, lovely pool, but cleanliness and updating is lacking
Positives: Location, pool, space to spread out, Negatives: Cleanliness (torn wallpaper, musty and dusty throughout, mildewy shower liners), broken blinds/sundowner and stained worn furnishings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Week to Remember
I didn’t know what to expect trying to cram four families, fifteen people, into a vacation rental. Thanks to the house on Proctor Street, it was an amazing week. We never felt cramped at all. The late nighters, and the early risers never bothered each other because the sleeping areas are so quiet. Darren, the property manager, was a really great guy and very responsive to every question we had. The location was perfect. I would highly recommend this property.

10/10 Excellent

bonnie f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, beautiful location, great for lg. group
This spacious home and the beautiful property was perfect for our family get-together. The grounds are serene and peaceful, the ability for people to have their own space and come together throughout the wk was great. Location and proximity to town, beach, etc. was wonderful. The property manager very responsive and pool was lg. and very well kept.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect venue for family gathering
This amazing property exceeded our expectations... The perfect venue for hosting family/friends for a wedding! The home afforded three distinct sleeping areas (each with 3 bedrooms) for different families to have privacy/personal space and plenty of communal areas for adults, teens and toddlers to lounge and recreate. I can imagine how amazing a summer vacation would be here... beyond the expansive backyard there is a gated pool area and a totally unexpected surprise of a croquet field! While the gals were have make-up and hair done, the men enjoyed a friendly game of croquet! All that with the beauty of Singing beach and the Atlantic Ocean just a few minutes drive down the street!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Arlington, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
My extended family enjoyed our stay. The house had spacious bedrooms and plenty of large common spaces for our group to gather to eat and relax together. The property is within walking distance of the beach, the town, and the train station. We ended up spending more time onsite than expected because the pool was so nice and the place so comfortable. We were especially appreciative that things like towels, soap, and starting coffee supplies were taken care of so it was an easy transition in. Thanks for a great stay!

About the host

Hosted by Maggie Maloney

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We are a multigenerational family who have been enjoying this home - and Manchester - for 36 years since our grandmother built it in 1985. Manchester is our happy place, and we hope you enjoy our home as much as we do. We spend Christmas and August in residence together as a family.

Why they chose this property

This home was built especially for many families to enjoy together, with three master rooms, three separate wings, and many living areas. The home is also perfect for kids as we have a downstairs TV area and game/play room stocked with toys, games and anything you can imagine to keep your kiddos entertained. Our own kids spend hours downstairs together happily - even on rainy days!

What makes this property unique

Our home can accommodate large groups comfortably. It has a semi-private pool and many beautiful outdoor spaces to enjoy. It is also a 5-minute walk to beautiful Singing Beach.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests