House in Rockport, MA
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
Welcome to Bell Buoy, a charming cottage and stunning seaside 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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Window AC Units
This property is cooled with window air conditioning units. The units are installed in May and removed in September. Each window AC unit has both a cooling function and a fan function. Each room with a window AC unit; also has a fan.
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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.
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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).
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Visiting like a local means being neighborly. Please be respectful of the owner's home and considerate of the neighbors.
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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.
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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Window AC Units
This property is cooled with window air conditioning units. The units are installed in May and removed in September. Each window AC unit has both a cooling function and a fan function. Each room with a window AC unit; also has a fan.
__________
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
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Parking Available
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Washer/dryer
Patio
No pets allowed
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Bath or shower
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Ironing facilities
Towels
Linens
Dining table
Hairdryer
Fire extinguisher
Map of Rockport, MA
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Right in the right heart of Rockport. We had a great stay and really enjoyed the rooftop deck!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
The roof top balcony was the best!
8 / 10Excellent·Jun 2026
The location was great, with the cottage located right behind Bearskin Neck Country Store. That meant easy access to Roy Moore's for warm, buttery, lobster rolls (the best in our opinion). Easy access to shopping and three ice cream places nearby (the gelato place was our favorite). If you're there on a Saturday morning, check out the farmer's market, lots of baked goods to choose from. The house itself was good, with comfortable beds and soft pillows. My teen enjoyed the record collection (lots of 60's & 70's rock). The roof deck had great views! The "second bathroom" was a bit odd, being located right next to the main bathroom upstairs and without a sink (it had a washer and dryer in there which was nice to have). I found the lack of a parking spot inconvenient (hence the 4 star rating) and thought that the 4 hour max for paid parking meant I had to move my car to a new zone (and all of downtown is the same zone). The second time I was going to move my car midday, I saw the parking officer and asked him about it and found out I could park in the same spot all day, but just had to create a new parking session (you cannot extend your first session). Parking is tough in the summer. One evening I had to circle the block 3 times before finding a spot a half mile away. While my family enjoyed staying here on our yearly trip to Rockport, I will be looking for a place with a parking spot next year.
6 / 10Average·Aug 2026
Rockport, Massachusetts, is a beautiful place to visit. It was very crowded during our stay, but the shops were fun to explore and the food was delicious.We stayed at the Bell Buoy. The location was excellent, and the rooftop deck was definitely the highlight of the property—it really saved the stay. Unfortunately, the unit itself left a lot to be desired. It is very old, musty, and quite small. When we first arrived, the house was completely closed up with no windows open and no air conditioning running, which made the stale smell even worse. The space also felt overly cluttered with family photos and knickknacks, making it seem less like a vacation rental and more like someone's personal home.Parking was the biggest disappointment. There is no parking at the house—not even a place to briefly unload your belongings. Guests are required to use a website to pay for public parking or park at the train station, which is about a half-mile walk away. While the walk itself isn't terrible, having to make that round trip every time you need your car quickly becomes inconvenient. When I raised the issue, I was told that resident parking passes were available for 10 per car, per day. In my opinion, those passes should have been included in the cost of the rental rather than offered only after I complained.Overall, Rockport is a wonderful destination, but I would not stay at the Bell Buoy again unless these issues were addressed.
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Top rated by guests
9.2Outstanding
(65 Ratings)
"Right in the right heart of Rockport. We had a great stay and really enjoyed the rooftop deck!"
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