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A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY!

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A coastal scene with a pier extending into calm waters, a sandy beach, and a sunset in the background.
A marina with docked boats, a stone wall, and a large building with a gabled roof.
A deck with outdoor furniture, a covered area, and a sliding glass door.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a view into the dining area.
A staircase with white walls, wooden steps, and a glass door at the top.

Reviews

10 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

Explore the area

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Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
  • Place, Black Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Coolidge Reservation
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, White Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Gloucester

At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Gray Beach and Coolidge Reservation. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a balcony or patio, a sofa bed and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A private garden, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Magnolia holiday home include Hammond Castle and Wingaersheek Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Gray Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Black Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Coolidge Reservation - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • White Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 17 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • West Gloucester Station - 6 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Open Door Food Pantry - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mile Marker One Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Midori - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mom's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY!

Walk to private Beach, village shops & restaurants! 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)

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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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

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 welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number MA12181962

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY!?

Yep, A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY! is a short 14-minute walk from Gray Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY!?

No, A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

A quintessential New England summer beach house and surroundings…DOG FRIENDLY! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan M.

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

Lovely stay!

A+, John is a wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dietram V.

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

Magnolia vacation

Perfect sized house for our family and the location couldn’t have been better for what we were looking for in a super chill community.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda G.

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

Beach Vacation

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!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Magnolia Vacation

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Great location. Hidden gem

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Adorable cottage

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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! ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

Great Spot

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

A MUST stay

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
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda m.

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

Beautiful, relaxing, beach house

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024