Booth Cottage
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Welcome to Booth Cottage!
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Booth Cottage as seen from the back garden.
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A sign in the foyer is a reminder of the home's history as a hotel.
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The main hall, with the living room to the right.
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Formal living room with fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows.
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In the living room, looking out toward the foyer.
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The eat-in kitchen.
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The eat-in kitchen has a table for six.
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Relax with a book in a sunny sitting area off of the kitchen.
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The upstairs hall.
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Bedroom 1: The Primary bedroom has large windows and ocean views.
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The Primary bedroom has a King bed.
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Bedroom 2: Twin bedroom.
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Bedroom 2: Twin bedroom.
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Bedroom 3: Twin bedroom with ocean views and an ensuite bath.
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Bedroom 3: Twin bedroom with ocean views and an ensuite bath.
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Bedroom 3: Twin bedroom with ocean views and an ensuite bath.
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Bedroom 4: Twin bedroom.
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Full bathroom on 2nd floor, with a door to the upper deck.
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Enjoy a cool breeze from the shade of the generous back porch.
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Access to the back porch and into the home via the back garden.
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The majestic lawn slopes gently toward Singing Beach.
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The Masconomo Hotel in 1888. Source: Manchester Historical Museum.
Known as "Booth Cottage", this charming and historic vacation rental home once belonged to actor Junius Brutus Booth, Jr., a Lincoln supporter but also the brother of the infamous John Wilkes Booth. In the later part of the 19th century, the property was part of the grand Masconomo Hotel, site of the first outdoor performance of Shakespeare under electric lights. What's more, the movie "State and Main" was filmed in this very house and more recently, the Academy Award-winning movie "Manchester by the Sea" was filmed in spots you'll recognize all around the area.
The current incarnation of this historic home is divided into two separate dwellings, in a duplex fashion. One of the units, a remnant of the hotel, is the residence of the owner, and the other, the original Booth summer home, is all for you! Its many spacious rooms have high ceilings and oversized windows that capture the summer breezes. For a closer look at the sea, walk down the private mowed path to beautiful Singing Beach, named for the sounds that emanate from walking on the sand.
You'll enjoy the views from the large, wicker-furnished porch that overlooks the Atlantic and from the upper deck off the upstairs primary bedroom. The large, stately lawn is perfect for recreation and relaxing. An outdoor hot water shower makes it easy to rinse off after the beach. A short walk in the other direction leads to the village center and the commuter train that can take you south to Salem and Boston or north to Gloucester and Rockport.
Dogs allowed on a case-by-case basis. No smoking.
What's Included in Your Stay
Every Atlantic Vacation Homes rental is a fully furnished home with a kitchen, living space, bedrooms, and bathrooms as shown on the listing. Because each home is unique, amenities and supplies vary by home and may change with the season. Your home's listing page has the details.
Household Supplies
Each home is equipped with an initial supply of essentials for your arrival including:
- Dish soap and a kitchen sponge
- Dishwasher detergent, plus laundry detergent in homes with a washer
- Trash bags
- Coffee and basic pantry items, such as salt and pepper
- Paper towels
For longer stays, you may need to pick up more along the way.
Bedrooms & Linens
- Fresh linens are provided based on the home's advertised occupancy.
- All bedding, including blankets and comforters, is professionally laundered between each guest stay.
- Standard beds are made before arrival.
- Trundles, top bunks, futons, and sleeper sofas include linens but are not made in advance.
Kitchen
Kitchens include a refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, coffee maker, cookware, utensils, dishes, glassware, and basic dining essentials. Most homes also have a microwave, and many include a toaster or other small appliances.
Bathrooms
Full bathrooms include bath and hand towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and toilet paper. Half bathrooms include hand soap and toilet paper.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is provided in every home.
Amenities
Amenities vary by home and are listed on each home's listing page. These may include laundry, irons, hair dryers, air conditioning, grills, beach towels and chairs, TVs, hot tubs, outdoor furniture, docks, and recreational equipment.
Housekeeping
Each home has a vacuum and basic cleaning supplies. Mid-stay cleanings are available on request for an additional fee.
Optional Add-Ons
Depending on the home and season, additional services may be available, including grocery delivery, scooter rentals, kayak and paddleboard rentals, and other local experiences.
Your Stay Information
Before you arrive, we'll send you everything you need to know about your home and the area, including check-in instructions, Wi-Fi details, house information, and local recommendations. You'll have access to it throughout your stay.
Easy Checkout
No need to strip the beds. Before you leave, just:
- Load and start the dishwasher
- Put the trash out
Safety & Support
Every home includes standard safety equipment, such as smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers.
Our team is here to help with whatever you need, whether that's booking a mid-stay cleaning or add-on, extending your stay, or answering a question. Reach us by phone or text. For urgent maintenance issues, lockouts, and emergencies, we're available 24/7.
Primary Bedroom
1 King
King Bed, walk-in closets and a large upper deck.
Bedroom 2
2 Twin/Single
Twin bedroom.
Bedroom 3
2 Twin/Single
Twin bedroom.
Bedroom 4
2 Twin/Single
Twin bedroom.
Bathroom 1
Half bath on ground floor, off of the kitchen.
Bathroom 2
En-suite bathroom to the Primary bedroom.
Bathroom 3
En-suite bathroom to bedroom 3.
Bathroom 4
Full bathroom in upstairs hallway.
Living Room
Large windows capture summer sea breezes and the ocean view. The stately great room, with its working fireplace, is a wonderful gathering space for family and friends.
Kitchen
Fully applianced eat-in kitchen with an offset sitting and TV room.
Dining Room
Formal dining room with elegant antique décor.
Standard
- Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Fire Extinguisher(s)
- Linens & Bath Towels Included
- No Smoking or Vaping Anywhere on Property
- SafeHome (VRMA & VRHP) Cleaning Procedures
- Smoke Detectors
- WiFi
- Shampoo
- Essentials: Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
Climate
- AC: Window Unit(s)
- Fan(s)
- Heat (Off-Season)
Entertainment
- Cable Television
- Television
Kitchen
- 2-Slice Toaster
- Cookware, Dishes, and Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Electric Stove/Range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator/Freezer
- Toaster Oven
- Full Kitchen
Living
- Dogs Allowed
- Dogs Allowed - Under 20 lbs Only
- Jetted Tub
- Laundry: Washer
- Desk or Work Area
Local Area
- .25 mi or less to Beach
- .5 mi or less to Shops
- 1 mi or less to Commuter Rail
- Singing Beach
- Water Views
Outdoor/Exterior
- Balcony
- Deck
- Outdoor Shower
- Parking: 2 Cars
- Patio
- Screened Porch
- Yard/Garden
- Outdoor Seating
Accessibility
- Private Entrance
I will book this home again next year. The location is spectacular- easy walk to Singing Beach and to downtown Manchester by the Sea. The surrounding lawns and ocean view were beautiful. Large indoor and outdoor seating areas made gathering family and friends easy and memorable. The house displays historical pictures and furniture and is old school New England. We walked to the harbor daily where my brother moored a boat and toured the local beaches. It was a truly enjoyable summer vacation spot. We plan to make it an annual trip.
Thank you for the fantastic review Claudia! We’re thrilled you loved the spectacular ocean views, spacious seating areas, and easy walk to Singing Beach and downtown Manchester-by-the-Sea. It sounds like a truly memorable family trip, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for your new annual tradition next summer!
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