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4 Bed Water View w/ Parking
Your family and friends will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located home. Steps to the Ocean and walk into historic Bearskin Neck. Enjoy panoramic coastal views from the family room, kitchen and master bedroom. Deck space to enjoy outdoor dining, glass of wine, or a morning cup of coffee. Everything to do in Rockport is a short walk from this downtown home. Restaurants and coffee shops, Art Galleries, shopping and the town beaches are steps away. Parking spots included.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
3 Bedroom Apartment with parking on Bearskin Neck
Built in 1822, the Sound House is conveniently located on Bearskin Neck. The upstairs apartment is renovated with brand new oak floors, new bathrooms, and updated living area. The unit features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with laundry as well as 3 parking spaces in the back of the building. The kitchen includes cooking utensils, with an electric grill and butane burner for outdoor cooking on the new deck overlooking Cape Ann. Enjoy Rockport while creating new memories at the Sound House!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviewsWaterfront Rocky Neck Cottage | Gloucester Harbor
Wake up directly on Gloucester Harbor in the heart of historic Rocky Neck. This charming 2-bedroom home with loft features incredible harbor views from a four-season porch with 8 sliding windows overlooking the water. Enjoy morning coffee while watching fishing boats and sailboats pass by, or relax with a good book and your fur baby. Restaurants, art galleries and the beach are just a short walk away. Includes 3 private off-street parking spaces. A true Gloucester waterfront experience!
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews
Historic Carriage House | Dog Friendly | Hot Tub
Our historic carriage house in Downtown Rockport has everything you need for the perfect getaway, all year long! A two-minute walk to beaches, shops, galleries, parks, and playground. A peaceful family and pet-friendly space with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay: laundry, kitchen, queen sized bed with en-suite bathroom and sun room that converts to an extra sleeping space perfect for kids. A short walk to the train for day trips to Salem, Gloucester, and Boston!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
Private Pool Retreat w/Fire Pit Near Singing Beach
Relax in a private coastal retreat with a pool and fire pit, minutes from Singing Beach. This updated suite features a modern layout, fireplace, and two queen beds—one in a private sleeping area. Ideal for relaxing or remote work, with a secluded backyard, private entrance, free parking, and fast Wi-Fi. Near downtown Manchester-by-the-Sea, dining, and coastal views. Seasonal pool: 5/20–9/8. Walk to local shops, restaurants, and the harbor, all from this peaceful setting.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviews
Large, Comfortable & Conveniently located Home
You will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located private, updated historical home. 4 bedrooms & 2 baths w/plenty of extra space for large families or groups. Fenced-in spacious patio with huge backyard. Sizable, private parking area. Near Routes 95 & 128. Only 25 mins to Boston. Perfect for trips to picturesque points, including Boston, Gloucester, Newburyport, Rockport, Cape Ann, historic Salem & Maine coastal towns and cities. Dog friendly.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
Sea Vagabond - Watch the waves, stroll to the sand
"The Sea Vagabond House is an expanded 1932 summer cottage, with spectacular views of the ocean waves, with the tidal Saratoga Creek offering a mesmerizing and changing scenes from inside and outside this charming vacation home. The home sleeps eight comfortably in beds. Each level offers a full bathroom with a bathtub/shower. There are plenty of bath towels and beach towels for each guest. "Comfortable, clean and close to the beach, we will return."
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
The Solar Powered Dogtown Cabin at Applecart Farm
Beautiful hand built very private cabin with master bedroom and large loft located deep in the woods of Cape Ann. Walking distance to down town Rockport and waterfront. Friendly miniature horses just 200 feet away that children love to visit. Applecart Farm is happy to have guests of diverse backgrounds and interests. Pets are allowed only with advanced request to ensure safety of guest and residents pets. NEM 1450 plug for EV charging.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 501 reviews
Ocean views! Welcome to Sea Breeze! Winter rates!
Sea Breeze offers a spacious, newly renovated, 4 bedroom escape, that smiles down upon Good Harbor beach. Take in the refreshing salt air breezes while enjoying the solitude of being situated at the end of a quiet cul de sac. A short 3-5 minute drive gets you into the Good Harbor parking lot or take a 20 minute walk instead. Close-by downtown Gloucester is teeming with spectacular restaurants and activities for the whole family.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Harbor View Suite
Harbor View Suite is a beautifully decorated two story Unit within a newly renovated Victorian house on the harbor located in Historic Old Town Marblehead, Massachusetts. This accommodation offers a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Harbor. Views of the harbor also from the kitchen deck. Perfect for families & friends. One dog allowed no cats please PLEASE note - parking on site is very tight small cars compact SUVs only
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 266 reviews
Ocean View Coastal Retreat | Minutes from Salem
Stay steps from the ocean in beautiful Swampscott, just a 3-minute walk to Fisherman’s Beach with front porch ocean views. Only 7 minutes to historic Salem, 5 minutes to the commuter rail, and about 30 minutes to Boston. Perfect for families, couples, girls trips, Salem visitors, and relaxing beach getaways looking to explore the North Shore and Boston while staying in a peaceful seaside neighborhood. Inhale the ocean air.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews
Ipswich Apartment
This apartment has a private entrance in downtown Ipswich, close to restaurants and the commuter rail for Salem and Boston. From May to September, the nearby CATA shuttle makes it easy to reach Crane Beach and the town of Essex, known for its clams and antique shops. Ipswich also offers river cruises, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Enjoy the local attractions!
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 369 reviewsPopular amenities for Essex pet-friendly home rentals
Pet-friendly house rentals

Oceanfront Retreat | Salem 7 min by train
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews
Quaint Little New Hampshire Lake House Getaway!
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 196 reviews
Walk to Everything Great about Marblehead!
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews
Walk2DNTN•Beach•Beauport•Boat Island•Close2Salem
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews
Quick walk to the beach, dog friendly w/ full yard
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews
Newly renovated, spacious, clean, 3 bedroom home.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviews
Pirates Hideaway - Sanctuary on the Marsh
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
2 bedroom waterfront retreat all seasons
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviewsPet-friendly home rentals with a pool

Luxury Grand Oasis | Pool · Gym · Parking · 2BR
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews
Charming 2-story private Guesthouse
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviews
Cozy Private Suite halfway between Cape & Boston
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Pool is Open thru Sept+Walking Trails+Dead End St.
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 55 reviews
Fantastic Kittery Home with Pool
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 69 reviews
Luxury Boston Ranch –Sleeps 8|Pet+|Heated pool
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviews
Beautiful Spacious 4BRM House!
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews
Portsmouth Landing | 4BDRM, Modern Escape, Central
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviewsPrivate, pet-friendly home rentals

2-Bedroom Ocean View Walk to Beach and Downtown
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews
Hidden Gem! Short term rental steps from 2 beaches
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews
Ocean Park Retreat
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 319 reviews
Retreat in the Trees- walk to Cape Hedge Beach
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews
5 Salem,MA
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Spacious Lakefront Escape w/ 3 Baths + Bonus Bed
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews
William Haskell House First Period Colonial Home
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews
Oceanfront Retreat w/ Deck & Parking
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 93 reviewsDestinations to explore
- Fenway Park
- Ogunquit Beach
- Hampton Beach
- Harvard University
- Wells Beach
- TD Garden
- Boston Seaport
- Gillette Stadium
- Boston Common
- Revere Beach
- Boston University
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Long Sands Beach
- Freedom Trail
- Short Sands Beach
- New England Aquarium
- Boston College
- Northeastern University
- Canobie Lake Park
- York Harbor Beach
- Duxbury Beach
- North Hampton Beach
- MIT Museum
- Cape Neddick Beach





