Within a short walk of Old Garden Beach, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Cape Ann. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Shalin Liu Performance Center - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
Bradley Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
Rockport Station - 9 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 9 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 11 min drive
Surfside Subs - 7 min drive
Common Crow Natural Market - 7 min drive
Long Beach Dairy Maid - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur
Straitsmouth Cove is a classic seaside “cottage” in a sublime location on Rockport’s Gap Cove. This elegant vacation home has the rambling, comfortable feel of a vintage country manor by the sea, making it a wonderful setting for a peaceful fall escape. The expansive green lawn, with its incredible waterfront view, is a most serene and awe-inspiring setting for enjoying crisp autumn days, relaxing outdoors, or playing a leisurely game of croquet. You'll enjoy stunning, unobstructed views of Straitsmouth Island from most rooms, as well as from the shady screen porch, patio, and front garden. As the leaves begin to turn and Rockport settles into its quieter autumn rhythm, Straitsmouth Cove offers a beautiful coastal retreat surrounded by fresh sea air and classic New England fall scenery.
Gap Cove, just across the country road, is a place of seaside wonder where you can scramble on the rocks, hunt for shells and seaglass or all manner of little crabs and ocean life ..... or just go for a swim. Put your kayak in or your stand up paddle board and head to Straitsmouth Island with it's paths to explore. From there you can go to Thatcher Island with its twin lighthouses for more exploration or just enjoy the views of Bearskin Neck.
Inside, you'll have plenty of space to get comfortable, with five bedrooms, two full baths and a generous living room with a massive antique brick fireplace. Straistmouth Cove has central AC to keep you cool on hot summer days. From every vantage point, the living spaces offer endless views of the sea, just beyond the home's expansive lawns and gardens.
After a day at the beach or exploring the village of Rockport, relax on the sprawling blue stone patio and take in the ever-changing seascape. Plenty of gorgeous walking/running/biking options and trails right from the property. The home is within walking distance of Rockport village with its famed Shalin Liu Performance Center, shops, galleries and restaurants.
No smoking. No pets.
GROUND FLOOR
Living Room: An enormous (decorative) fireplace and multiple sitting areas.
Dining Room:Custom built-in shelves, ocean views.
Kitchen: Fully updated and equipped.
Sun Porch: Screened-in porch with brick floor and comfortable furniture.
MEZZANINE LEVEL
Bedroom 1: Single bedroom with an adjacent full bath and water views.
Bath 1: Full bath with tub/shower.
SECOND FLOOR
Bedroom 2: Queen bed and ocean views.
Bedroom 3: Master Bedroom with Queen bed and ocean views.
Bedroom 4: Corner room with Queen bed.
Bedroom 5: Full bedroom.
Bath 2: Full bath with tub/shower.
LOWER LEVEL
Laundry: Washer and dryer in the basement.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 3,395 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events 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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number C0113042520
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Rockport, a short 17-minute walk from Cape Ann and also 11 minutes on foot from Old Garden Beach. You'll also find Shalin Liu Performance Center and Motif No 1 within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen along with a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal), which is 21.4 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal), which is around 26.8 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur?
Yes, every house at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur comes with a patio and some offer water views.
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We had a fabulous stay. The house was terrifically appointed, more bowls, cutting boards, etc than we could ever use--and we did a lot of cooking. Plenty of space inside and out--property managers we SO helpful. If family gathers again in Rockport we will definitely come again.
High Recommendation!
Everything about this house, property and location was perfect for our family gathering. Family friendly, pet friendly, the host was very helpful, check in / checkout straightforward and simple. The cleaning crew arrived just as we were leaving and even they were extremely personable. The grounds are large and immaculately kept. A beautiful neighborhood with a beautiful view over the cove and beach access. The bedrooms were very comfortable and the layout of the house allowed for easy flow of traffic in our busy family. The house is child and pet friendly. We especially appreciated the plastic dishes in the kitchen for the children to use and the mudroom entry where we could leave our shoes and pet supplies. The house was very clean and the spacious yard immaculate with a beautiful view of the cove and Thatcher Island. The beach access was an additional treat. The kitchen is well laid out for easy movement with several cooks at a time. There were lots of dishes and just about anything you would need for preparing meals. The property is centrally located to the villages of Rockport and Gloucester. It is also an easy drive to Salem and Boston. We also loved mornings in the screened in porch as well as outside, and grilling out at night. The host was very responsive and the cleaning staff who arrived just as we were leaving where very personable. I can't say enough about this property and highly recommend stay here.
Family and friends rented the house together to attend a wedding at the Hotel Beauport. The house was lovely and every morning we woke to the most beautiful sunrises over the ocean. There are great paths that are public to walk around the ocean - downtown Rockport is a short walk from the house. Everything worked properly in the house and all the rooms were lovely.
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our extended family stayed here for a week in July. You could not ask for a better location or view. The home was clean, comfortable and had a good amount of space. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, cookware and appliances. Unfortunately, the owners were in the middle of doing some work on the house and the "rec room" listed for the property, with a ping pong table, TV and seating, was filled with cedar shingles and unusable. This was a big disappointment since we felt like we did not get what we were told was part of the property rental. It is no longer included in the listing. There are also some updates that need to be done to make the porch usable.All in all we had a wonderful time and I would recommend this property to others with improvements made to the screened porch.
Ellen B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
laura c.
Jul 15, 2021
Great view
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great view.
laura c.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Can A.
Oct 12, 2020
Straitsmouth Cove
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
nice
Can A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 3, 2020
Spacious Place for a Covid Stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family absolutely hated this place, could not wait to leave. It reeked of low tide and dead fish, don’t even think of renting it. (I want it available for our return!) The only thing we actually found lacking was dish towels (more than 2 please) and lobster crackers and picks. The house is spacious and charming (it pains me to see the charm and New England fishing village updated away in Rockport homes). I thought there wasn’t much kitchen storage space based on the pictures so I was happy to see that the door next to the fridge was a pantry, not steps to the basement as I thought. With different family members getting together for the stay, all the room was great for "social distance"!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah B.
Oct 2, 2020
Make-A-Wish Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The family said they had a wonderful time, and did not want to leave!
Sarah B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mike & Sandra L.
Aug 1, 2020
Eat Beach Sleep
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
AVH provides us with a dream vacation. We had early access to a quintessential New England seaside cottage. Decor was artistically pleasing lacking nothing in creature comforts. Very clean