Charming cottage on seaside estate offers gorgeous views, private beaches | Cottage in Gloucester
1 Bedroom Cottage in Gloucester
"Little Driftwood" is a sweet and cozy, very small cottage with a rustic minimalist style, a gorgeous water view, and full access to the beaches and other riches of the historic seaside estate where it is situated.
One of the most beautiful hidden gems of the New England coast, the estate has been in our family since the 1860s, and is dotted with old mansions and other houses (about 20 in total), all still belonging to descendants of the original owner, who was a state governor and Civil War general. It comprises fifty-five rolling acres of meadows, forest, marshgrass and rocky granite shoreline, with a white-sand crescent beach, a silvery flat mica beach, a granite swimming pier, a lily pond, and a wild peninsula where you can fish for striped bass or just contemplate the waves. It's excellent for kayaking (bring your own or rent in nearby Rockport), and also has two tennis courts and a playground, all overlooking the sea. It's a small paradise for nature lovers, from the tidal pools out on the rocks to the incredible variety of avian visitors, including snowy egrets, belted kingfishers, and occasional bald eagles. Spring 2022 even brought a whale sighting, visible from the living room & front lawn of Little Driftwood!
The house contains two main rooms. The living room has a cast-iron fireplace and a remote-operated skylight; the bay window overlooks the meadow, cove, and open sea beyond. The other room contains the kitchen on one end (small oven, no dishwasher or microwave, but otherwise standard) and the bedroom area (with queen bed) on the other.
There is a lovely little grassy area in front of the house where you can sit and enjoy the view. A short path from the house takes you to the granite swimming pier, and both beaches are less than a three-minute's walk away.
Little Driftwood sits between “Big” Driftwood and the estate's tennis courts. The courts are in use only intermittently and the house is shielded by a line of trees and shrubs, so noise usually isn't a problem.
Sleeps up to 3 (a twin-sized mattress is available to be placed on the floor), though the small size makes it best suited for a single person or couple. Bathroom has stall shower. Washer/dryer are shared with another nearby cottage and are located in that cottage's exterior-access closet, just up the pebble path. There is no AC or central heating; the skylight helps cool the place, and we provide fans and space heaters.
Charming cottage on seaside estate offers gorgeous views, private beaches is located in Gloucester. Charming cottage on seaside estate offers gorgeous views, private beaches provides accommodation, featuring Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Oceanfront, among other amenities. This Cottage features Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Oceanfront, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Charming cottage on seaside estate offers gorgeous views, private beaches has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Gloucester has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Gloucester, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Toilet paper
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Shower
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Soap
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Towels provided
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Outdoor shower
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Shampoo
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1 bedroom
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Bed sheets provided
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Fireplace
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Living room
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Paper towels
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Coffee/tea maker
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Spices
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Electric kettle
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Stovetop
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Oven
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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On the beach
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Tennis on site
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Power boating nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Marina nearby
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Whale watching nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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French
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Spanish
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In a rural location
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On the waterfront
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Near a hospital
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Near the sea
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Near the bay
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Near the ocean
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Desk
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Playground
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Free WiFi
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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First aid kit
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number c0069751070 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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