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Sea Glass House - Tranquil Retreat or Base for Adventure

Start each day watching terns wheel overhead as you sip coffee on your private patio. Then explore charming art galleries or paddle out to Thatcher Island for an unforgettable adventure.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Interior

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sea Glass House - Tranquil Retreat or Base for Adventure

The Property

Whether you seek a tranquil seaside retreat or a base for adventure on land or water, this spacious, light-filled 2-bedroom apartment on the entire 2nd floor of an 1850s carriage house in the heart of Rockport village has everything you need--private entrance, exclusive deck, off-street parking, washer/dryer in unit, hi speed wifi.

Features two large sunny bedrooms, full bathroom, fully-equipped kitchen, open living room and dining area, hardwood floors, dishwasher, washer/dryer in unit. Private deck w/ gas grill, table and chairs. One parking space in driveway, other parking available on street. Quick stroll to Shalin Liu Performing Arts Center for world-class music with splendid Sandy Bay as backdrop; historic Main Street with its many colorful art galleries; and pristine Front and Back beaches with the clearest, cleanest water in New England. For adventure, try renting a sea kayak to tour the magnificent Cape Ann coast; or jump on your mountain bike and try the trails 5 minutes away in ancient Dogtown forest.

The Location

Rockport is a microcosm of all the best features of coastal New England--pristine sandy beaches and crystal clear water; a vibrant arts scene with many working artists and a world class performing arts center; colorful galleries, shops and restaurants; and a village that has carefully preserved its many 18th and 19th century homes and buildings. It is just a five minute drive from historic Gloucester, which offers even more restaurants and attractions and one of the few remaining commercial waterfronts in New England. The area offers an endless array of activities for lovers of art, music, history and the outdoors.

Wake up and take your coffee on the private courtyard patio at the rear, stroll out the door to drop a postcard at the post office, walk a couple more blocks to Front Beach to watch terns and plovers wheel overhead as the sun rises over Sandy Bay and you gather colorful bits of 200-year old sea glass and crockery. Later, amble along Main Street to the shops and restaurants of Dock Square and Bearskin Neck and watch the lobster boats depart from Tuna Wharf for the catch you will eat later that night.

The active visitor can rent a kayak and paddle out to Thatcher Island to visit the Twin Lights, one of the few double lighthouses still in operation and a national landmark; or walk the massive granite outcroppings at Halibut Point State Park, where the sea breeze freshens even the hottest summer day. For those seeking more action, you can explore hundreds of acres of hiking and biking trails in Dogtown, the vast and rocky woodlands containing the original settlement of Gloucester from the early 1600s; surf the waves off Long Beach in Rockport or Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester, or scuba dive the rocky bays and coves along the coastline that are renowned for their clarity and accessibility.

Property manager

Carson Berglund

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 700 sq ft (65 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Rockport, MA

What's nearby

  • Shalin Liu Performance Center - 5 min walk
  • Front Beach - 7 min walk
  • Motif No 1 - 10 min walk
  • Cape Ann - 3 min drive
  • Good Harbor Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 8 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 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Surfside Subs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Brew Coffee Shop - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Glass House - Tranquil Retreat or Base for Adventure pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sea Glass House - Tranquil Retreat or Base for Adventure?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea Glass House - Tranquil Retreat or Base for Adventure?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sea Glass House - Tranquil Retreat or Base for Adventure located?

Located in the heart of Rockport, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Shalin Liu Performance Center, Front Beach, and Motif No 1. Back Beach and Old Garden Beach are also within 15 minutes. Rockport Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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