Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access

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Exterior
Quarry House view from the meadow on the way to the tennis court and beaches
Picture from estate firepit 50 yards away from the quarry house
Mika Beach, 3 feet from high tide.
Bathroom
review stars
9.8Outstanding
(23 Ratings)
"The house was everything it was advertised to be. Amazing location. Wonderful views! A quiet neighborhood and the hosts were welcoming and very quick to reply to any questions. Definitely read the his..."
Dan L.
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(23 Ratings)

House in Gloucester, MA

11 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this house rental

This finely maintained summer cottage built in the 1820s overlooks Hodgkins Cove in Gloucester Massachusetts.

Unique and special amenities include 2 private beach accesses, consistently spectacular sunset views over Hodgkins Cove and Ipswich Bay, and hiking/walking paths on a 55 acre private estate (yes really!).

It comfortably sleeps 11, has 5 bedrooms, 2 and a half bathrooms, a downstairs porch, and and upstairs nightclub (which is a covered screened in outdoor lounge area great for evening cocktails to watch the sunsets).

It's located 5 miles from Bearskin Neck in downtown Rockport and 5 miles from downtown Gloucester. Both downtowns are filled with very nice, family restaurants, fun boutiques, and art galleries.

Enjoy water views from most rooms in the house. Dogs allowed, smoking not allowed.

FIRST FLOOR:

Kitchen: Everything you need in a kitchen: range, sink, dishwasher, silverware and plates and pans, and of course ocean views.

Bathroom 1: sink, toilet, shower/bath.

Bedroom 1: King bed, closet, ocean views.

Dining Room: Dinner table that seats 10 comfortable.

Living Room: Television, 2 couches, antique day bed, fireplace, and an ocean view.

Utility Porch: Washer/Dryer

Bay View Downstairs Porch: Overlooks Hodgkins cove. Beautiful views. Perfect for enjoying a nice day.


2ND FLOOR

Bedroom 2 (the door room): 3 twin beds, 1 closet, 2 dressers. Great for kids.

Bathroom 2: sink, toilet, bathtub.

Bedroom 3: full bed, closet, ocean view.

Bedroom 4 (the pillow): a smaller, cozy room with a full bed. Ocean view.

Bedroom 5 (the master): king size bed, closet, half bathroom, sitting area, and of course ocean views.

Bathroom 2.5: sink and toilet in the master bathroom.

Upstairs Porch (the nightclub): screened in, couches, and a swinging Gloucester hammock. Great for cocktails in the evening and for a fantastic sunset.

Amenities

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Gloucester, MA


Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(23 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
The house was everything it was advertised to be. Amazing location. Wonderful views! A quiet neighborhood and the hosts were welcoming and very quick to reply to any questions. Definitely read the history of the house on the front table when you are there.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
We had a wonderful visit to The Quarry House. The description was excellent, communication with the owner was very helpful.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Loved the porches and the beautiful sunsets.
6 / 10Average·May 2025
Great view. Needs some updating.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access. 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 Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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