Experience the quintessential New England beach vibe at this Manchester-by-the-Sea retreat. Take a short stroll to Magnolia Beach, village shops, and restaurants or relax on the spacious porch surrounded by trees. With an outdoor shower for post-beach refreshment and plenty of parking, this property is perfect for families with kids or dogs.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6125 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.
Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly!
5 minute walk to private Manchester Beach, village shops & restaurants! Bedrooms have AC! Enjoy the cool ocean breeze through the double french doors of this bright sunny open concept modern Beach Bungalow!! Walk out onto a large porch to sit in sun or under the covered Farmers porch out on outdoor sofa & teak patio set for lunch or BBQ. Enjoy the nice yard for kids or dog to play and hot outdoor shower for after beach. The property is surrounded by trees that give great privacy and a long driveway offers plenty of parking. Short walking or biking distance to: village, beach, bay, pier, shops, restaurants and beautiful sunsets while walking your dog on Shore Road. Explore all the natural beauty and history of Cape Ann: Gloucester, Rockport, Essex and Manchester within a short drive and without the traffic of Cape Cod!!.Take a rainy day train ride, along the picturesque North Shore, to experience the amazing old history of Salem & Boston. A real New England Classic Summah beach cottage for your summer family vacation!! Grey Beach (a.k.a. Magnolia Beach is a mixed availability beach w/the East end public for your use to sit, swim, kayak, etc.) (Bath & beach towels are provided and the additional sleep space is a 8' cushioned window seat in living room, see in photos)
*Singing Beach Pass is available from Town of Manchester.
**Off Season Longterm Rental is available September 1, 2025- May 31, 2026 (Please inquire)
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
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
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
DOG owners: remove ALL pet hair from furniture and sweep thoroughly!!
Please leave house tidy, remove all trash, empty refrigerator and bins. Leave all used towels on deck or railing outside. Thanks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No Large Parties or Events, dogs not allowed on furniture, please respect house and belongings. Thank you
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: No dogs furniture, responsible for hair removal
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit
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 MA12181962
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Magnolia, a neighbourhood in Gloucester. Hammond Castle and Fishermen's Memorial Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maritime Gloucester and Rocky Neck Art Colony. Long Hill and Appleton Farms Grass Rides are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing. Visit our Gloucester travel guide
Is Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly! located?
Located in Magnolia, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Gray Beach, Coolidge Reservation and Black Beach. White Beach and Hammond Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Walk to private beach, bay & village. Bedrooms AC & DOG friendly! Reviews
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Exceptional
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Open, bright and clean house with a great location a 5 min walk from the beach. The wrap-around porch was lovely for to sitting out. John was very responsive and checked in during my stay to see how everything was. Would definitely stay again!
Relaxing peaceful cottage vibe. Has a great wrap around porch & yard space. Beautiful scenic area with lots to do. John was easy to work with. Thanks for a great vacation!!
Lovely private Magnolia beach and easy access to nearby Singing Beach.
Quiet and peaceful with lovely farmers porch. Great place to read and enjoy ocean breeze and rhythms.
Short walk to beach and quaint downtown shops and restaurant. Easy drive to Gloucester Rockport and Beverly.
Sweet gem of a property with lovely appointments and attention to detail.
Such a restful vacation.
John was a great host! Great communication and he was willing to take time out of his day to stop by and tell us the “must sees” in the area.
House was adorable and perfect for our needs. Beach chairs, beach towels, bikes and corn hole game…all available for our use.
Really enjoyable property – John’s home was wonderful; we appreciated the cleanliness and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was a great homebase to access area beaches, restaurants, etc. We were comfortable immediately, as it had everything one needs to enjoy time away from home. Kitchen is well appointed, there were plenty of towels and even beach towels. I wouldn’t describe it as a 3 bedroom, technically, but the space still worked for our group. The porch was our favorite place for playing cards/games, reading, coffee, relaxation!
Thank you for opening your house John to VRBO. Spent week summer vacation. John’s house was perfect in amenities and space for gathering, relaxing and enjoying company. Bedrooms comfortable, beach chairs provided which was awesome along with plenty of towels. The washer and dryer are a practical luxury at the beach and used the outside shower daily. Wrap porch was ideal for dinner and card games. Foliage yard border provides privacy. We also used grill one night without difficulty. John is a great host and 100% accessible by ph/text. Perfect location as close to Salem, Glouster and Newberryport. Enjoyed several walks from the house in quiet beautiful coastal community. Love it and miss it already! Thank you John
The dog friendly, beach house in Magnolia was lovely. It was quiet, clean and comfortable. We could hear the waves from the porch and upstairs bedrooms and it was amazing to be so close to the Magnolia beach and village. It was a unique property because it was surrounded by tree’s, with birds and bunnies in the yard. The outdoor shower was ideal.
Magnolia is a perfect beach location, a store, restaurants and spa just a short walk from the house and close to Manchester by the Sea for groceries, restaurants and Singing Beach, but also just as close to the busier, more exciting town of Gloucester. We rode our bikes to Coolidge Reservation - home of the Ocean Lawn. Gorgeous walk with breathtaking views.
John was helpful and friendly. The home itself had everything we needed: comfortable bed, ceiling fan, modern kitchen, grill, outdoor couch and tables. We loved the wrap around porch that was perfect for reading/dining in the afternoon/evening. We also loved sitting under the covered porch during the rain showers.
Great beach home. 5 out of 5 stars - highly recommend.
The beach house in Manchester (Magnolia) was absolutely perfect for our family. We had such a great time. John was very thoughtful to make sure we all had enough beach chairs. It was a short walk to the beach. Looking forward to returning.
John was great. He greeted us and gave us lots of info about the area. House was very nice. Quiet neighborhood. You can walk to the beach or drive. Location is close to town center and Gloucester.
We had a wonderful week at John’s place in Magnolia. The location was just as described. Easy walk to the private town beach and convenience store for necessities. The home was open and airy, dog friendly with all we needed and we couldn’t have asked for a quieter, friendlier neighborhood with lots of privacy. The outdoor shower was the best! Thank you to John! We would consider coming again next year for sure!
This is the best property owner I’ve ever encountered. He was totally responsive to us before we arrived based on numerous travel difficulties that had nothing to do with him. He’s a tremendous human being. The house looks amazing and the location is awesome, whether you want to in the city or away from it for a while. We are going to rent again from John in 2026, so stay away from the week we book! ;)
We enjoyed our stay at this cute little house. The layout is a little different with the only bathroom downstairs. For those of us on the older side it made navigating the stairs in the middle of the night a tad intimidating. The kitchen had everything we needed for a simple breakfast or lunch. The house is located in a beautiful area just minutes from the beach & downtown Manchester. The house only has AC in the master bedroom which was appreciated on a couple of hot nights. John was very easy to communicate with.