Holbrook House: Charming Rockport Village House, Walk To Everything!

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Sweet backyard, with outdoor shower, and grill.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Parking available

Explore the area

Rockport, MA

Front Beach
‪6 min walk‬
Shalin Liu Performance Center
‪9 min walk‬
Cape Ann
‪4 min drive‬
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

A cozy, lovingly restored 1950's house. Walking distance to all that Rockport village and Bear Skin Neck has to offer.

The sunshine yellow Holbrook House is set on a quiet side street, and a short walk to Front Beach. Granite cobblestone provides parking spots for 2 cars.

The first bedroom has 2 twin beds. Second bedroom has queen bed. The natural light filled living room features a brick fireplace, flat screen Smart TV with cable and WiFi, window seat to get comfy and read a great book.

Full eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances. One full bathroom on second floor and spacious laundry/mud room on first floor.

Stone patio and outdoor shower completed in 2015, making the backyard the perfect space to wash up post-beach days and enjoy al-fresco dining.

Property manager

Fran & Frank

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Languages

English

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Deck and entrance. Bedroom window on the right.

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guest must answer a series of questions via inbox before confirming the booking within 24 hours. Should be comfortable climbing stairs.

Holbrook House owners are to be informed at the time of booking of all guests staying at Holbrook House.

Disruptive and unauthorized events are not permitted. Please respect our neighbors. When sending a request please send a message along with it.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Property Registration Number C1795303400

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Ann and Good Harbor Beach. Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Rockport, MA

What's nearby

Front Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Shalin Liu Performance Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Motif No 1 - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Cape Ann - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Good Harbor Beach - 16 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

Rockport Station - 5 min walk
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
‪Long Beach Dairy Maid - ‬7 min drive
‪Fish Shack Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
‪Surfside Subs - ‬7 min drive
‪Brothers Brew Coffee Shop - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Holbrook House: Charming Rockport Village House, Walk To Everything! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Holbrook House: Charming Rockport Village House, Walk To Everything!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holbrook House: Charming Rockport Village House, Walk To Everything!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holbrook House: Charming Rockport Village House, Walk To Everything! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Back Beach, Front Beach and Shalin Liu Performance Center. Motif No 1 and Halibut Point Reservation are also within 1 mile (2 km). Rockport Station is 5 minutes by foot.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

4 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cozy

The house was clean and comfortable. The weather was not very kind to us but the house was nice and warm. It is in a really good location on a quiet street but in easy walking distance to the town and the beach. There is a nice easy parking space outside which comfortably fitted our hire car and would have taken two. Rockport is very quiet at the end of October and some of the restaurants and cafes had closed for the season but there were still things to do. And the house has a fully equipped kitchen if you want to eat in.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

2 Sept 2017

Comfortable compact well equipped in peaceful part of town

Ideal for 2 couples or family. You can enjoy town of Rockport as well as the surrounding charms of C. Ann. Frank's thumbnail guide to restaurants was spot on.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

4 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy-Cozy!

Loved staying here! When I arrived, I did think there were three rooms due to the pictures but then I rechecked the details and saw only two rooms. Still super nice. Fran was very nice and welcoming. She was easy to talk to and quick to respond! I would definitely stay here again! Thanks Fran!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

20 Oct 2024

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Clean, Comfortable and Cozy

Holbrook House was the perfect venue we were looking for while visiting my sister who lives in the nearby town of Manchester by the Sea. We were very comfortable during our week's stay and the house was fully stocked with whatever you would need for bed, bath and kitchen. Very clean and organized! Our hosts Frank and Fran were most accommodating and accessible at a moment's notice. Holbrook House was the perfect size for 2 people and close to all the shops and restaurants that Rockport has to offer. Gloucester is a few minutes drive away which also has a variety of restaurants that we most certainly visited! We have been coming to Cape Ann for over 30 years to visit my sister but have never rented a private house. We look forward to having the opportunity to visit Holbrook House again in the future. Thank you Fran and and Frank!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

25 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rockport Stay

Great place to stay in Rockport for 4. Within walking distance of the water and a very quiet neighborhood.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

20 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

This is our third year of staying, we love this place. Everything about it is great.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian C.

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great year!

We had another great year at the Holbrook House! House was spotless when we arrived! Fran and Frank have great communication ahead of arrival. Our family of 4, loves the location-easy walk to beach, park, and Brothers Brew donuts in the morning. The outdoor shower and small grassy yard make this house so special-both hard to find in Rockport!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

10 Aug 2024

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Perfect vacation home!

This was a lovely house - clean, well- stocked with charming decor. Nice quite street but close to the beach, shopping and dining spots as well as the Commuter Rail station. Fran and Frank were great hosts. We had a couple of questions before we arrived which they answered quickly. And they were very helpful when we arrived. We loved our time at Holbrook House.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drapeau M.

5 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bonheur

Maison chaleureuse, confortable, à proximité de plages et de commerces. Nous avons tellement apprécié notre séjour que nous pensons y revenir l’an prochain

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Liz C.

27 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Neighborhood

The Kitchen is well furnished for at home cooking and meals. The house is located in a nice and quiet neighborhood. Fran and Frank are friendly and helpful and gave us good information about beach closures due to water conditions. The back yard is a great place to have dinner—quiet and private. The home is damp (we stayed two weeks through some rainy weather) and the bedroom with the twin beds had an unpleasant odor that appeared to be emanating from the air conditioner. Hopefully these issues can be corrected

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley C.

7 Jul 2024

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Always a great place to stay

We have stayed here 5 times and hope to get 5 more. Great location, great owners, and great house.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

1 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely stay in Rockport, MA

This has been one of our favorite VRBO stays. The home was in a great location for downtown, Bearskin Neck, the beaches, and is very close to a beautiful park with pond, and playground, if you have young children. Fran and Frank were available and did communicate making us feel comfortable with their availability. The home was very clean and sweetly and comfortably decorated. We felt right at home!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Karen J.

22 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to everything!

Very comfortable two-bedroom house within walking distance to everything in downtown Rockport, including food, drinks, and Cumberland Farms. Perfect spot for a carefree time away. Very friendly and helpful owners to answer any needs or questions you have.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia B.

26 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rockport stay

Our house was perfect, so clean and cozy and so close to everything. I would love to come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty K.

14 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holbrook house

Amazing little house and i am a 1st time vrbo. My host Fran was super amazing as well. Thank you so much

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bailey H.

2 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to everything!

Fran's place is so lovely! Tucked away in a quiet street, super clean, and only a short walk into town. We had a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

20 Sept 2023

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Our stay

Fabulous

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

KELLY B.

15 Sept 2023

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Wonderful

We could not have been happier with our stay. Absolutely perfect!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

13 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little house in Rockport

we absolutely loved our stay here. The house is close to the town and beaches and actually exceeded our expectations. The beds are very comfortable, the living room is a good size with games and plenty of books, the kitchen is a good size and stocked with all the cookware and tableware that you would need. The bathroom is a little small but had plenty of towels and hot water and honestly, what else do you need? We enjoyed sitting out on the patio out back with our glasses of wine and definitely plan on staying here again. Thanks Frank and Fran!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

5 Sept 2023

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Girls weekend

Great place for friends to spend time together! Either in the comfortable living room or the lovely back yard. The house is so convenient to the beach, shops and restaurants!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

26 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great as always

And even the weather cooperates.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian C., Albany, New York

19 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House!

This is our third summer staying at the Holbrook House. We love it-great house, great owners. Perfect size for our family of 4. We love the location for walks to the beach, town, and train station. We love having the backyard, outdoor shower and grill-which are not easy to come by in Rockport! We will be back next year for our 4th year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

12 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful stay

This was our second visit and it was just as delightful as the first. The house is a perfect home away from home. Fran and Frank make sure you have everything you need. I especially love that there were additional little books and activities for the kids. The location also can’t be beat. You’re right near the beach and downtown shops and food. And if you have kids, there’s a park around the corner. We absolutely plan to come back again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne Y.

6 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Charming indoor and out, excellent location, very close to beach and Bearskin Neck's scenic harbor. Fran always available if you had any questions and she even gave suggestions for activities in the area. Very clean and accessible.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philippe b.

29 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Logement bien situé, à proximité de la plage, du centre-ville et de la gare. Maison confortable, bien équipée, au calme dans un quartier résidentiel Hôtes disponibles, très attentionnés et serviables. Nous les remercions vivement pour l’aide apportée lorsque nous avons eu un souci avec notre voiture de location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Fran & Frank

We are Massachusetts natives, who enjoy traveling abroad and all over New England, but are always called home to life on the seaside. After moving to Rockport several years ago we have enjoyed making a home for yourselves and family on the picturesque and peaceful Cape Ann.

Why they chose this property

Holbrook House is our little piece of paradise in Rockport. We have put much time and thought into restoring our charming cottage. And would love to have the opportunity to host you and happy to provide any recommendations or answer any questions you have to ensure a delightful and relaxing stay in our village.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location! We fell in love with this property because of it's perfect location, you can truly walk to everything! The shops, restaurants, ice cream parlors, artist galleries, beach, train, performance center, park with playground and pond, less than a mile from Holbrook House!

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

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