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Seaside House

4 Bedrooms
2.5 Bathrooms
Sleeps 10
Exterior Front of houseAerial View of house with Good Harbor Beach in the upper right.The large front porch has a direct view of the ocean.The living room has lots of space for gathering with family.The living room has plenty of seating and a flat-screen TV.Relax after a day at the beach in these comfy leather sofas.Catch a movie with the family after the beach.The den offers a pull-out sofa, games, and a tv.TV and a table for playing cards or other games.The sunny eat-in kitchen.Through the kitchen is a butler's pantry and a half bath.The kitchen was updated in 2018 with new stainless appliances.The back stairs leads to the laundry area and to the 2nd floor.Butler's pantry and wet bar.View towards the half bath.Microwave and coffee maker.The half bath off of the kitchen.Stairs to the second floor and bedrooms.A window seat graces the landing halfway down the stairs.There is a stacked washer-dryer off the landing.The upstairs hall, looking towards the "Boat" bedroom.The upstairs hall, looking toward the Queen bedroom.The spacious Master bedroom with King bed.The Master also offers a tv, AC, and ocean views.King bedroom.Ocean views and an en-suite bathroom at the far end of the room.The Master bath offers a soaking tub and glass shower.The Master bath has a double vanity.Soaking tub and double vanity.Soaking tub and glass shower.You'll enjoy the ocean view first thing in the morning.An AC unit keeps the bedroom cool.This Queen bedroom has ocean views.Shared full bathroom off the main upstairs hall.Sink in the full bath. The whimsical "Boat" bedroom has a trundle bed and ocean views.The whimsical "Boat" bedroom has a trundle bed and ocean views.This cheery twin bedroom also offers AC.The sunny twin bedroom. The sunny twin bedroom. The large main hall upstairs, looking towards the master bedroomDine on the front porch with a water view.Walk to Good Harbor Beach in 2 minutes.View of house from the waterfront granite bench.
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Location:

Gloucester

Bedding:

  • King 1
  • Queen 1
  • Twin 3
  • Sofa Bed 1
  • Other 1

Description

Location, location, location! This vacation home is large and comfortable and is just steps to the white sands and surf of Good Harbor Beach. The location offers the best of all worlds as it is so close to Cape Ann's most popular beach and also has water views of Bass Rocks. This dramatic rocky bit of coastline is a destination for those looking for views of the Atlantic at its most intense. The popular "Back Shore" walk is one of the most scenic walks on the eastern seaboard and the sidewalk begins in front of Seaside House and continues for 1.5 miles one way (or 3 miles round trip back to the house).

The front of the house has a full-length porch from which you can view the sea in comfortable shade and enjoy a beverage or meal in the fresh ocean breezes. From the porch, enter into the living room with a flat screen TV and plenty of seating. The adjoining den has a pullout sofa, a TV, and games, which makes the room serve double-duty as a kid (or adult) getaway or semi-private additional sleeping space. The recently renovated granite kitchen is eat-in and fully applianced. The butler's pantry offers more storage and prep space in addition to a half bath.

Upstairs are 4 bedrooms (3 of which are air conditioned) and two more full baths.The master bath offers an oversized jetted tub, double sinks and a separate glass-enclosed shower and the hall bath also has a full size jetted tub with a shower. The house will comfortably sleep 10 with enough room for your family and the folks that will want to visit you in this wonderful beach house. Leave your car in the driveway (and avoid the beach parking fees) and walk to Good Harbor Beach. The house has two other occupied units with separate entrances and parking.

Amenities

Living

  • Air Conditioning Unit(s)
  • Heat (Off-Season)
  • Pullout Sofa
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • NO Landline Telephone
  • Jetted Tub
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpeting
  • Alarm Clock
  • Blow Dryer
  • No Pets Allowed

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator/Freezer
  • Electric Stove
  • Induction Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Self Cleaning Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Food Processor
  • Cookware
  • Utensils
  • Lobster Pot
  • Two Sinks
  • Disposal
  • Granite Counter Tops

Outdoor

  • Porch
  • Shared yard
  • Front Door Two Car Parking
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Outdoor Shower

Geographic

  • Access to Public Transportation
  • Walk to Art Galleries
  • Walk to Beach
  • Walk to Grocery Store/Pharmacy
  • Walk to Ice Cream Store
  • Walk to Restaurant(s)
  • Walk to Town
  • Water Views
  • Good Harbor Beach Area

Entertainment

  • High Definition TV
  • DVD Player
  • Blu-Ray Player
  • High Definition DVR Recorder
  • Direct TV
  • High Speed Wireless Internet
  • iPod Dock
  • Bocci Set
  • Books
  • Board Games

What's Included

What does my rented vacation home provide?

Since all Atlantic Vacation Homes rental properties are residential homes, and not hotel rooms, they are all fully furnished and include a living room, kitchen, and bedrooms and bathrooms as described on each property detail page.

  • The kitchen includes cooking utensils, pots & pans, dishcloths, potholders, flatware, dishware, glassware and a corkscrew. Standard appliances include a refrigerator, microwave, stove, toaster, and coffee maker. Some properties are equipped with additional items; please refer to the full amenity list for your specific property. If you require specialty items, such as kitchen scales or food processors, it is best to bring your own.
  • Bed linens and bath linens (bath towels, hand towels and face cloths) are provided in accordance with the advertised occupancy of the property. Beds will be made with linens, pillows, blankets, and bedspreads prior to your arrival, with the exception of trundles, top bunks, futons, and sleep sofas.
  • The property includes basic housekeeping supplies, such as brooms and dustpans.
  • Many (but not all) properties have a landline for local calls. Please refer to the full amenity list for your specific property.
  • Air conditioning, beach towels, hot tubs, TVs, DVD players, porch furniture, grills, docks, recreational games and equipment, and other amenities are furnished as a courtesy by the homeowner and are not guaranteed. Please refer to the full amenity list for your specific property for details.

Guests will also receive a “Welcome Kit” that contains:

  • An area guide
  • One kitchen sponge
  • One small bottle of dish soap
  • One dishwasher detergent pod or packet
  • One laundry detergent pod or packet
  • One trash bag

In addition, the complimentary items below are provided as a convenient starter supply for when you first arrive. Additional items beyond the starter supply are the responsibility of the guest.

  • One full roll of toilet paper per bathroom
  • One box of tissues per bathroom
  • Travel-sized bars of soap in each bathroom
  • One full roll of paper towels in the kitchen

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Reviews

Seaside House - 2020

Reviewed on 2020-08-17 by Steven G. of Waynesboro, VA United States
Updated on 2020-08-19
Review of stay from 2020-07-18 to 2020-08-01
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Another fabulous 2 weeks at Seaside House......8th or 9th year in a row. Location, location, location......the best for sure. Gloucester, Rockport and Good Harbor Beach represent Christmas in July for my family and friends. We’ll be back in 2021.

Seaside House 2019

Reviewed on 2019-08-06 by Steven G. of Waynesboro, VA United States
Updated on 2019-08-06
Review of stay from 2019-07-20 to 2019-08-04
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Our annual trek to Seaside House was exceptional. Gloucester continues to be our favorite go-to vacation spot and the folks at AVH and the owners of Seaside House are so nice and accommodating. We'll be back in 2020.
Manager response on 2019-08-06 - Response from AVH Realty Inc
Thank you for your glowing review! We are glad to hear that you a fantastic return stay and trip to Gloucester. We look forward to welcoming you back in 2020.

Good Harbor Heaven

Reviewed on 2016-08-12 by Jenna S. of Fort Worth, TX United States
Updated on 2016-08-12
Review of stay from 2016-06-18 to 2016-07-16
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Efficient, responsive and professional on the AVH side. Erin and her family were exceptionally welcoming to our family during our stay. We will certainly stay again.

Seaside 2017

Reviewed on 2017-07-31 by Steven G. of Waynesboro, VA United States
Updated on 2017-08-02
Review of stay from 2017-07-15 to 2017-07-29
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Great property. 4th or 5th year we've rented. I'm already signed up for 2018.

Seaside House 2018

Reviewed on 2018-08-21 by Steven G. of Waynesboro, VA United States
Updated on 2018-08-21
Review of stay from 2018-07-21 to 2018-08-04
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Six years in a row....the last 3 years were each for two weeks. Seventh year is coming up in 2019...again for two weeks. What else can I say.

One of the Best Weeks We Have Ever Had in Gloucester!

Reviewed on 2014-08-11 by Pat P. of Cincinatti, OH United States
Updated on 2014-08-11
Review of stay from 2014-08-02 to 2014-08-09
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The owners were very gracious, as usual.

vacation at Seaside House

Reviewed on 2014-07-22 by Ann S. of Avondale, AZ United States
Updated on 2014-07-29
Review of stay from 2014-06-21 to 2014-07-05
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The house was nice and the owners were helpful. The traffic outside the house was horrible. The cost was prohibitive. I will never spend that much again. The location was good with Good Harbor on one side and Bass Rocks on the other.
Manager response on 2014-07-23 - Response from AVH Realty Inc
We are glad that you enjoyed Seaside and its amazing location! As both Good Harbor Beach and Bass Rocks are icons of Cape Ann, people do tend to flock to that area, and traffic during peak beach times does have a tendency to back up. However, given its proximity to the beach, one can easily walk down and avoid the traffic altogether! Additionally, very few homes boast as great a location as Seaside, and, comparatively speaking, the home is priced very competitively. We hope you decide to return to Cape Ann again next summer, and we promise to work diligently to ensure that you are placed in a vacation home that perfectly suits your needs! We wish you a great rest of your year!

Sunny, spacious and well-equipped

Reviewed on 2014-08-24 by Louisa T. of Boston, MA United States
Updated on 2014-08-24
Review of stay from 2014-08-09 to 2014-08-16
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Our family from Maryland, NYC and the Boston area united at the Seaside House for a week in August, including two small children. We have stayed at numerous properties near Good Harbor Beach over several decades, and found Seaside House to be a spacious and well-equipped property just a short walk from the beach, with the added benefit of the lovely Bass Rocks views and walks. Terrific weather and a full moon over the water added to our enjoyment. The owners are on the property and offered any assistance we might need, but all went smoothly. We would suggest the addition of room darkening shades in all windows, especially on the front of the house. It's a great house for kids with all the diversions of the beach, a nice porch, and super play and game room. The busy street traffic right in front of the house was the only downside for us, and did not seriously detract from the restful experience.

Location !

Reviewed on 2015-07-13 by Barbara C. of Lynnfield, United States
Updated on 2015-07-13
Review of stay from 2015-07-03 to 2015-07-11
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The house is situated Ina small hill with an excellent view of the ocean. It is walk to the ocean!!

Seaside

Reviewed on 2015-08-12 by Pat P. of Cincinatti, OH United States
Updated on 2015-08-12
Review of stay from 2015-08-01 to 2015-08-08
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We had a wonderful week at Seaside house. The location was perfect. The amenities were awesome.

Seaside House @ Good Harbor 2015

Reviewed on 2015-08-03 by Steven G. of Waynesboro, VA United States
Updated on 2015-08-03
Review of stay from 2015-07-18 to 2015-08-01
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Excellent property. 3rd year in a row for us and this year we did 2 weeks. Most likely will do 2 weeks in 2016.

Wonderful Week

Reviewed on 2016-08-09 by Unknown of Cincinatti, OH United States
Updated on 2016-08-09
Review of stay from 2016-07-30 to 2016-08-06
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The house was in great shape. The owners were more than gracious and welcoming. We were celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary and the house served as a gathering place after the party and through out the week.
The location was perfect and the views were amazing.

Seaside House 2016

Reviewed on 2016-08-01 by Steven G. of Waynesboro, VA United States
Updated on 2016-08-01
Review of stay from 2016-07-16 to 2016-07-30
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We've been renting with AVH for almost 15 years. This is our 4th year in a row at Seaside House. And we'll be back for year #5 in 2017. Great house. Clean with plenty of amenities. Location is great for walking to Good Harbor Beach and simply enjoying the views of the Atlantic from the front porch.

Our wonderful week in Gloucester

Reviewed on 2013-08-12 by Pat P. of Cincinatti, OH United States
Updated on 2013-08-12
Review of stay from 2013-08-03 to 2013-08-10
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We have been coming to Gloucester every summer and renting for the past 15 years, and have had a range of experiences. This one was the best! The location and the views were incredible. The beach was just a 5 minute walk. The house had every amenity one could ever expect or want. Everything was spotless. The owners were so gracious and welcoming. They even helped me when my antique brain couldn't figure out the TV remote! We plan to be back next year.

It's worth it!

Reviewed on 2013-08-08 by David G. of Montreal, Quebec Canada
Updated on 2013-08-08
Review of stay from 2013-07-27 to 2013-08-03
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Yes, the Seaside may be a little costly, but it was very much worth every penny of it! 5 minute walk to one of the best beaches in New England, clean, quiet, spacey, pretty, convienient, with all the gadgets and tools to feel at home. I recommend it. Only little dark side: the traffic that passes by regularely.

Perfect family vacation for 8 people

Reviewed on 2013-08-19 by Jay W. of Mars, PA United States
Updated on 2013-08-19
Review of stay from 2013-08-10 to 2013-08-17
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When we arrived the place was very clean and there was an instruction book for us to follow, making it easy to know what to do with garbage and recyclables, the tv remotes, and how to leave the place upon departure. I met the owner who was very courteous and friendly. There are 4 bedrooms upstairs and one of them is very spacious with a king bed, air conditioning unit, tv, and large bathroom and double sink. The other had a queen and the other 2 had twin beds each. The kitchen is long and fairly wide too. We played games at the kitchen table every night. The house is stocked with about 100 dvd movies and has 2 tv's on the main floor. There were 2 folding tables we used on the porch for our dinners, along with the large glass table and 6 chairs that were already there. I couldn't have been more pleased with a stay at the beach than we were in this house. Had my family of 5 plus my parents and my mother-in-law. We had lobster dinners twice out on the spacious porch which overlooks the ocean. We also cook on the grilled 2 times! Loved our stay! Would do it again in a heartbeat if we can get enough people to fill the house. And it was seamless to make the transactions with the realty company too. They are very courteous.

Thank you to the staff at AVH

Reviewed on 2013-07-16 by Lyn G. of Smyrna, GA United States
Updated on 2013-07-17
Review of stay from 2013-06-29 to 2013-07-06
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The home you rented to us was warm, welcoming and extremely well equipped. The home is clean, bright and has a breathtaking view. The location is perfect for a beach vacation. There were enough items to keep us supplied for the entire week. The games and entertainment equipment were great
The staff was all very helpful and understanding of my needs. They make a wonderful team.
Manager response on 2013-07-17 - Response from AVH Realty Inc
Thank you for the wonderful review - we are so glad that we were able to aid in giving you an amazing vacation, and we hope that you choose to come back soon!