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The Homestead: Elegant Victorian & Maids Quarters

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Gloucester, MA
  • Place, Plum Cove Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Ann
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Wingaersheek Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the area

Gloucester

At this holiday home you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Plum Cove Beach and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Halibut Point Reservation. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Gloucester holiday home, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Paper House and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Halibut Point State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Plum Cove Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Good Harbor Beach - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Cape Ann - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 15 min drive - 14.2 km
  • New England Aquarium - 51 min drive - 69.2 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 12 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Common Crow Natural Market - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Brew - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Talise - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 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.

The Homestead: Elegant Victorian & Maids Quarters

A unique private estate, rich in history and natural beauty. The home was the residence of Benjamin F. Butler, the colorful Civil War general and Massachusetts governor, still belonging to his descendants. Enjoy fifty-five rolling acres of meadows, forest, marsh grass, and rocky granite shoreline, with a white-sand crescent beach, and a flat mica beach.
You will have use of the Main House (5BR) and the Maids Quarters (2BR), which is a separate, private residence, with a separate entrance.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0040231070

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Homestead: Elegant Victorian & Maids Quarters?

Yep, The Homestead: Elegant Victorian & Maids Quarters is a short 11-minute walk from Plum Cove Beach.

Does The Homestead: Elegant Victorian & Maids Quarters have a pool?

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

Is The Homestead: Elegant Victorian & Maids Quarters family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and travel cots, it's no surprise that The Homestead: Elegant Victorian & Maids Quarters is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Homestead: Elegant Victorian & Maids Quarters?

No, The Homestead: Elegant Victorian & Maids Quarters does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed at The Homestead: Elegant Victorian & Maids Quarters?

No, pets are not allowed.

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