Bell Buoy: Ocean View Roof Deck- Near Shops, Bear Skin & Downtown Rockport Neck!

Beach nearby
Iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels
Iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

About this house rental

Situated in Rockport, this charming house for $506 per night is a great choice for your next break. Welcome to Bell Buoy, a charming cottage located in the heart of Bearskin Neck. From the rooftop deck, you'll enjoy views of Rockport’s waterfront: Front Beach, Folly Cove, Motif 1, and Rockport Harbor. Watch the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean as first light illuminates Thatcher Island. What a fabulous location! As you step out the front door, you are a 2 minute walk to the closest restaurants and shops – easy access to fishing spots & ice cream shops. All the delightful venues of Bearskin Neck are mere moments from your doorstep. Downtown Rockport is equally convenient. Just a stroll down Bear Skin Neck and you emerge in the heart of downtown Rockport. Bell Buoy is a short stroll to Rockport’s downtown, the Shalin Liu Performance Center, the Art Galleries, Rockport Harbor, and Front Beach. All manner of treasures can be found in Rockport’s vibrant downtown. Take in a concert at Shalin Liu Performance Center – you’ll enjoy stunning views – the back wall of the concert hall is a full wall of glass overlooking Rockport harbor. Rockport famously attracts artists from around the globe to capture the unique lighting. So many art galleries celebrate the artist community and the beauty of Rockport. _____ Sleeping Arrangements (Maximum Occupancy - 5) Master Bedroom (Sleeping Capacity - 2) - Queen bed - 2 Bedside Tables with Lamps - 3 Bureaus - Armoire - Closet - Large Table with 2 Chairs – can be used as a desk - Window AC Guest Bedroom (Sleeping Capacity - 2) - Full bed - 2 Bedside Tables with Lamps - 1 Bureau - 1 Large Closet - Window AC Landing (Sleeping Capacity - 1) - Twin Daybed - Armoire Bathroom Accommodations - 1 full bath with shower/tub combination and grab bars for easier entry & exit - 1 half Bath with Laundry: full size washer & dryer _____ Bell Buoy Accommodation Highlights As you enter through the front porch, you are welcomed by a spacious living room with nautical accents. Checkout the antique ship replicas, and ship instruments. At the center of the home, a floor to ceiling field stone fireplace connects the living room with the dining room. The dining room has a spacious table that comfortably seats 6 - 10 people. From the desk, one can gaze out the window and enjoy views of classic and colorful cottages. Through the dining room guests find a fully equipped kitchen with full sized appliances: dishwasher, new stainless-steel gas stove and new stainless-steel refrigerator. As you ascend the stairs, guests will find a cozy reading nook on the over-sized landing. Stretch out on the day bed! The cottage has 2 bedrooms on this level – each at opposite ends of the home. In the center are the 2 bathrooms: 1 full bathroom with shower and tub combination, and 1 half bathroom with full sized laundry. On the landing, you will find the access door to the Breakfast Deck on the second floor and stairs that lead to the huge roof deck. The Breakfast Deck has a table and comfortably seats 2. A delightful shady place to enjoy the sea breezes with your morning coffee or a great book. The Roof Deck easily accommodates all guests. Two tables and seating for you to dine Al Fresco with water views and lounge chairs to take in the sun and sea breezes. _____ Amenities - Roof deck with views of the ocean and downtown - Breakfast deck with water views - Decorative Fireplaces in both dining room and living room - WiFi: High Speed & Private - TV in living room - Window AC units in living room, dining room, and both bedrooms. - Full sized kitchen and laundry appliances - Nautical accents - Large living and dining room - 2 work spaces: desk in dining room and large table in Master bedroom - Sleeping accommodations for 5 people. _____ Free Parking: Advice: Please pull over on North Road to unload your car. Then proceed to one of the Free Parking options listed below. Rockport offers many Free Parking Options: The Lot off of Old Harbor Road is .1 mile from the cottage. Take North Street to the fork; turn right, and parking is at the end of this road. This parking becomes resident only during high season from May through October.. Free parking Lots at the Train Station and 2 Blue Lane Road on Rt 127. Free Shuttles will bring you back to downtown Rockport. During the winter, meters and kiosk parking is free. All seasons, on-street parking outside of the meter and kiosk areas is free. __________ About iTrip North Shore Properties - Smoking is strictly prohibited. Guests will be fined and immediately evicted for smoking or vaping in the home or on the property. - NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ALLOWED AT ANY TIME. These are cause for eviction with no refund. If any damage impacts our ability to offer the home for future guests, you will be held liable. __________ Amenities: - Each of property features a starter set of supplies for guests which includes toilet paper, paper towels, dish detergent, & hand soap. - The beds are fully made & ready for your arrival with freshly laundered linens. A set of towels for each registered guest are included in the rental rate. - For family friendly homes, a luxury Pack-n-Play or other children's furnishings are available for an additional charge (as availability permits). __________ Visiting like a local means being neighborly. Please be respectful of the owner's home and considerate of the neighbors. _____ About Cape Ann: a peninsula and island that host Gloucester, Rockport, Magnolia, and Manchester By The Sea. - Beaches: Singing, Wingaersheek, Long, Good Harbor, Magnolia and Kettle Cove. - Nature Parks: Magnolia Woods, Ravenswood, and Rafes Chasm Park provide short walks to gorgeous rocky shoreline and sea views. - Boating: Cape Ann Harbor Tours, Sailing on Schooner Ardelle, Deep Sea Fishing Charters, or Whale Watch Cruises. From Rockport harbor, catch a ferry to Thacher's Island - wildlife sanctuary with Twin Light Houses. - Walking Tours for centuries of seafaring history showcasing Gloucester's fishing past. - Artist Tours where you visit the artists in their studios. Rockport hosts many galleries. - Foodies will love the diversity of Cape Ann's food scene - amazing seafood ... lobster, clams, scallops, quahogs, cod or swordfish. - Golfing: a beautiful mix of manicured greens along rocky shores or seaside marshes.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

Map of Rockport, MA

Reviews

4.5/5.0
Excellent(35 Reviews)
5.0
Nov 2023
Quaint, cozy
5.0
Oct 2023
Quaint, cozy
4.0
star 5 empty
Aug 2023
Cozy, comfortable and great for family.
4.0
star 5 empty
Aug 2023
We had a good time despite a few inconveniences. The house was fine except not having a parking space and trying to unload and repack the car on a very narrow street. Having to find parking and walk to the house was a bit inconvenient. Then the daybed was very uncomfortable, like sleeping on a plank. The other beds were comfortable. And lastly, the check-in time could be earlier and check-out later so we have a little more time to enjoy. The rooftop deck was a plus and the scenery and shopping was great. For the money we probably won’t go back, but we made the best of it and had fun.
5.0
Jul 2023
The location for the property is great. The house is not updated. It is a great location. There are many tiny galleries/artist shops near by. There are so many that we can only see so much. The performing art center looks great. I think it worth to visit the performing art center. it is beautiful theater. On saturday in afternoon and evening, when the sun came out and rain stopped everything is so pleasant on the roof top. The town offer free EV charge. It is free on Broadway.
5.0
Jun 2023
Bell buoy was a great place to stay for our family vacation. Walking distance to great restaurants, shopping, and beautiful views. But still a great location to have privacy. We watched fisherman check their lobster traps in the morning and enjoyed seeing what views the local artists were painting for the day. Ours boys enjoyed learning about a rotary phone and playing with the record player (great selection of records!). Thank you for sharing your home with us, we had a great time!
5.0
May 2023
This beautiful beach cottage has so much family history in it. You step back into another time and you can really feel the love that was in that house for many years. I’m sure two fireplaces. Just a lovely home. You step back in time the third floor roof deck gives you a full view of the ocean just a wonderful place to stay. Everything was great.
3.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Feb 2023
The people who own this property love it. It brings them joy to relive the happy times they have spent there.However, when people say love is blind they mean this place. Our first disappointment came in the confirmation email which told us that the advertised fireplace could not be used. It is included in the description and there is a picture of firewood on the porch. The fireplace was one of the reasons we chose the property. Family pictures are EVERYWHERE!!! I can’t overstate how uncomfortable it is to constantly be reminded that you are in someone else’s house. There doesn’t appear to be anything that the owners are willing to part with (chairs with signs that they cannot be used, chipped coffee mugs, spoons that have been through the garbage disposal, the peeling dresser with the drawer that sticks, the chipped decorative plate on the wall, the saggy couch that sits very uncomfortably, the many clocks none of which display the correct time. the air-conditioner with a sign indicating “Sorry not working”, the globe that announces its irrelevance by outlining the USSR). With some decluttering and updating this could be a treasure, but as it is we wouldn’t stay here again. The location is phenomenal. We were able to walk almost everywhere. The cottage is right in the middle of town. We met so many kind and interesting people, we ate some amazing food, and we shopped with the many local artisans. Rockport is a wonderful place for a getaway, but this place? Not so much.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Rockport?

The average price for a rental in Rockport is $409 per night. This rental is $97 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Bell Buoy: Ocean View Roof Deck- Near Shops, Bear Skin & Downtown Rockport Neck!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Bell Buoy: Ocean View Roof Deck- Near Shops, Bear Skin & Downtown Rockport Neck! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Bell Buoy: Ocean View Roof Deck- Near Shops, Bear Skin & Downtown Rockport Neck!?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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