Helena House
Situated on a knoll in Gloucester's Bay View neighborhood, Helena House offers peekaboo views of Ipswich Bay from the second floor bedroom with deck. Decorated with a European sensibility, the home is sunny, comfortable and cheerful, with hardwood floors throughout.
A Queen Anne-style house, you can access the second floor via a front staircase that leads from the living room or from the back staircase via the kitchen. The bedrooms upstairs have AC units for comfort and the separated WC and shower areas provide flexibility.
A lush and private backyard gives you a feeling of being away from it all. Outside you'll find a slate patio, hot and cold outdoor shower to rinse off after a day at the beach.
Spend your summer vacation relaxing, discovering local fauna such as hermit crabs, and swimming to your hearts content. A short walk takes you to Hodgkins Cove where you can swim and enjoy the scenery or walk to many fishing spots and quarries for swimming. The picturesque neighborhood beach of Plum Cove is 6/10 of a mile, and a bit farther is the sweet little village of Lanesville. Annisquam and Rockport are a short drive away, making this home a convenient and comfortable Cape Ann getaway.
1,717 SF. Dogs allowed. No smoking. No events or parties.
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
Kitchen
The sunny eat-in kitchen has plenty of storage, a gas range, and a full-size front loading washer and dryer.
Dining Room
Formal dining room seats up to 8.
Den
1 Futon - Full
The Den offers a comfy futon if extra sleeping space is needed.
Primary Bedroom
1 King
This bedroom has sliders to a deck from which you can glimpse the ocean, as well as a California king bed.
Bedroom 2
2 Twin/Single
A sunny room with twin beds.
Bedroom 3
2 Twin/Single
A corner room with twin beds.
Bathroom 1
A half-bath just off the Kitchen.
Bathroom 2
The European-styled bathroom has a walk-in shower and double vanity. The toilet (and another sink) are separate and located down the hall.
Living Room
A sunny room with a bay window, a stylish modern sectional sofa and a flat-screen TV.
Full Bath
Full bathroom with shower on the ground floor.
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
Climate
- AC: Window Unit(s)
- Fan(s)
- Heat (Off-Season)
Entertainment
- Cable Television
- Television
Kitchen
- 4-Slice Toaster
- Cookware, Dishes, and Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Gas Stove/Range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator/Freezer
- Full Kitchen
Living
- Dogs Allowed
- Laundry: Washer and Dryer
- Desk or Work Area
Local Area
- 1 mi or less to Beach
- Plum Cove Beach
Outdoor/Exterior
- Balcony
- Charcoal Grill
- Outdoor Shower
- Parking: 2 Cars
- Yard/Garden
- Outdoor Seating
Lovely Helena House
by NorahWe had a wonderful stay at Helena House. The rooms are very comfortable and beautifully decorated with a spare, clean aesthetic that feels airy and fresh. There is really nice art on the walls. The bathrooms are beautifully redone, and the kitchen is extremely well equipped, and a pleasure to cook in. Everyone was very comfortable in their bed, and I especially loved the skylights over the king bed, which allowed for nighttime views of the sky, and the lovely sound of the rain. The outdoor shower was also just wonderful. The garden is lush and planted beautifully. I even got some ideas for my garden back home. Lovely places to walk with our dog, and overall a wonderful stay.
We immediately felt at home at Helena’s House. The bedrooms are large and comfortable, the living rooms are welcoming and the kitchen is well equipped. Add an excellent location and all the ingredients of a great stay were in place. All in all, the house is larger than what the pictures suggest and will comfortably house a group of eight. We would definitely come back.
Great House
by John SHelena House worked out perfectly for us - close to the places we wanted to be, sufficient space for our entire party, and places outside and in to relax on our own. Even the unseasonably hot weather when we arrived was manageable with air conditioning in the bedrooms.
Perfect Vacation Home
by SydneyThe house was so clean and lovely! I stayed there with my bridal party the nights leading up to my wedding and it was the perfect spot. It’s walking distance to the beach and it has a beautiful back yard and plenty of indoor spots to hang out. I absolutely loved it and will be back soon!
We are so glad that you enjoyed your pre-wedding stay. And congratulations again!
Helena House - A Perfect Getaway
by JoeThis is a lovely place and we had a wonderful and enjoyable time staying here. Surrounding Annisquam and Laneville area very nice and close to Plum Cove Beach and Hodgkins Cove and their scenic views and beautiful summertime sunsets. Nearby village of Lanesville convenient for breakfast/lunch and other sundries. Would definitely come back again.
Thank you for such a lovely review! We look forward to your return visit.
Review
by UnknownHelena House
by UnknownIf you like to get away for some peace and quiet, but still be within a 5-10 minute drive of the rest of the world, then this is the place. Short walk to two beautiful coves and beautiful views. Sleeps seven comfortably. Good for big families. Plenty of off street parking. Clean and well kept. Windows were a bit of a chore to open, but were functional. Only one issue during our stay - plugged shower drain, but a call to the manager and it was fixed within 1-hour while we were out to dinner.
Thank you for your review! We are glad that we were able to make your stay enjoyable.
Fabulous
by VeronicaA perfect space for our weekend getaway
by MargaretWinter Rental
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