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Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach

Holiday home in Gloucester with kitchen and patio

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Unwind in this charming 1900’s home, just steps from Plum Cove Beach. Savor the cozy atmosphere of the living room with a wood stove and granite kitchen counters. Explore Cape Ann's rich history, natural beauty and enjoy whale watching excursions or visit art galleries.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach

Delightful, dog friendly, 8 room romantic colonial home on beautifully landscaped lot just 5 doors from Plum Cove Beach. Get away from it all and watch the spectacular sunsets voted one of the best in the world by National Geographic.

Be welcomed by the cobblestone Sun room, step thru a set of sliding glass doors to hardwood floors throughout the home. A full Kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances will welcome and type of cooking from the advanced to the beginner. Relax after a day at the beach in our inviting dining and living room with a cozy wood stove for cold nights. Our basements holds the front loading washer and dryer for your use while at our beach house.

Do not forget to go explore of Cape Ann; there are so many sites to see. You can enjoy Gloucester's rich New England history, natural beauty, extraordinary beaches, fresh seafood and on-water activities - especially the popular whale watching excursions, lighthouses, art galleries, fall foliage tours and other year round events.

A truly charming 1900’s home; old details mixed with modern amenities in a wonderful beach community setting.



Just the two of you: See our listing # 140506 on this site for our sister property. A luxurious cottage with all the amenities you could want.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Rules

Please leave all the sand at the beach...
Please remove all trash to outside bins, and clean and put away dishes before you go.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We welcome well behaved dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Unless discussed with property manager

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number C0204271070

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Gloucester, this holiday home is near the beach. Cape Ann Museum and Sargent House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dogtown and Paper House. Maritime Gloucester and Schooner Adventure are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking. Visit our Gloucester travel guide
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Gloucester, MA

What's nearby

  • Halibut Point State Park and grainy quarry aerial view panorama and the coast aerial view in town of Rockport, Massachusetts MA, USA.
    Cape Ann
    11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Good Harbor Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views
    Good Harbor Beach
    11 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views
    Wingaersheek Beach
    16 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Boston's Zakim Bridge
    TD Garden
    50 min drive - 67.8 km
  • Plum Cove Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • West Gloucester Station
    11 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    9 min drive
  • Common Crow Natural Market
    10 min drive
  • Brothers Brew
    9 min drive
  • Talise
    4 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Plum Cove Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Halibut Point State Park and Halibut Point Reservation. Paper House is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a getaway

Loved this comfortable home! Well located and great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niamh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Beautiful home and location. It had everything we needed and was close to lots of fun things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short weekend stay

Quick weekend trip to see our daughter in college. Beautiful little cottage and communication was great. Very clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

delightful, well kept beach house

charming, clean, close to beach, had towels and beach chairs -- all made for a delightful stay. will want to come again even though we ended up NOT bringing our pooch and only 4 adults joined. wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jane Iris C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Beautiful area right near the cove which was great for our dog and us.. The bedrooms and beds were very comfortable, linens were soft, and since our visit was during the wintertime, we were very happy that the house was well heated.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet home near Plum Cove

Lovely house in nice location. Host is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Charming house, lovely yard, beautiful setting near the ocean. Great kitchen, loved the adjoining pantry as well. Had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saige Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Vacation Spot

Loved the property. Very clean and well equipped. Easy walk to the beach. A bit farther, fantastic coffee, breakfast, lunch spot. Truly dog friendly, nice fenced patio for all to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

Very cute and charming house. We found the decor and furniture comfortable and we were very much “at home” here. It’s a quick walk to the local beach and a ten minute drive into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edith F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding trip

This house was very convenient to the wedding venue and Plum Cove Beach. The patio was great for eating outside. The yard is beautifully landscaped. It was perfect for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Akira A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

We had a lovely stay with our two dogs. The property was as described and the host was very responsive and generous in their interactions with us. The home was quaint and cozy and provided us with a lovely location to spend Thanksgiving together. The beach is a five minute walk from the home and lovely even in the off season.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Beach Escape

The house was perfect for our summer getaway. We enjoyed the convenience of walking to the quaint and quiet beach. The home had everything we needed, beach chairs, beach towels, and umbrella. We couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

I spent two weeks in the property and loved it. The host was immediately available and one issue with the heat was addressed right away. Cute place with great New England vibes. I was able to work from the property with no issues as well. Beautiful walk down to the cove and a very short drive up the road to the State Park. Great location!
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach getaway!

My best friend and I take a yearly girls trip and this house was perfect! It was steps to the beach and it was pet friendly which we love to be able to bring our dogs with us. Christine was also very great and responsive when I reached to her. Overall it was great stay and we will definitely be back for a longer stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comforts of home

This rental was spacious and very comfortable from the furniture to the beds. The kitchen had everything we needed, and the bathrooms were stocked with sample sized toiletries. Contact with the owner was promptly returned!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!

What a wonderful home! The beds were incredibly comfortable and the linens high-quality. The house was very clean and simply furnished, and everything felt very nice and substantial. It was a lovely place and a lovely rental process. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malindi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, quiet get away

My friends and I had a lovely time at the house. It was quiet, sunny, and a nice break. It was nice to be close to options, but still quite secluded. We went for runs each morning, and enjoyed soaking up the warmth in the sunroom/patio area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Find in a Great Location!

We stayed for a quick trip to Mass. and wanted something nearby lots of good areas. We hadn’t stayed in Gloucester before but LOVED it, and it was easy to get to Salem and Rockport! The host was friendly and helpful and responded to us quickly! The house was very clean and perfect for our trip. We loved the charm and all the furniture was comfortable. We are already talking about wanting to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely February Getaway

We spent a wonderful week in this lovely home. Property was clean, comfortable, and well equipped. Beds and furniture were very comfortable. Daily walks to the beach and UMass Marine Station with our pooch were enjoyable. Host was not only responsive, but proactive. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Dudley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Ending

Very comfortable and warming. A couple of small obstacles but nothing our host Christine could not handle. Very happy with the accommodations and location. Wishing we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

We came to visit Salem and Boston during this trip, & decided to stay here to be close enough but also get an East Coast local vibe. Easy location to get to our desired locations, and we loved being so close to Plum Cove Beach. Pebble Beach was a quick drive too, which we also enjoyed. The property was clean & everything worked as it should. We did not have to contact the host at all except to let her know we had departed (as requested in check out instructions). Definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

rich k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay, great neighborhood and well appointed house.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was just perfect. We enjoyed our stay. The owner was quick to respond to any questions we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amber O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This special place is just a short walk to Plum Cove!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025