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Private Pet Friendly hideaway near the beach and town center.

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Exterior
"Cottage on the Pond."
Private kitchen
Interior detail
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Pet Friendly hideaway near the beach and town center.

Cottage on the Pond is tucked away from the summer crowds at the end of a picturesque lane with ocean views from the front porch, and views of the mill pond. We are conveniently located to all Rockport amenities – a two minute stroll to Front Beach; a one minute walk to the park and five minutes to famous Bearskin Neck alive with boutique shoppes, seafood restaurants and attractions for all ages. Some of our favorite moments here are sipping coffee while watching the sunrise from the privacy of our screened in porch, afternoons grilling outside in the backyard as the sun sets through the old oak trees, and cool rainy days by a cozy fire. With three bedrooms that sleep up to six people, the Cottage on the Pond is the perfect family destination.

We are pleased and excited to share with you that we have completed the renovation of an additional second bathroom with laundry and an updated kitchen expansion to our beloved Cottage on the Pond. At the same time we have remodeled the existing bathroom offering our guests more comfort and convenient but without giving up the charm of the old twenties style cottage. We now have a new washer and dryer. The porch has great views to the ocean and the backyard overlooking the mill pond will still be the gathering place for family and friends around the fire pit.

Our unique location offers up to eight parking spaces for all three cottages, working fireplaces, an abundance of linens and inclusive items that make for a seamless vacation all within a two minute walk to Front Beach. As always, your family pets are welcome at no extra charge.

The high season from mi-June through mid-September will remain a two week minimum stay or better. Recharge your soul, rest, relax and rejuvenate. Life is good in Rockport and even better at “Cottage on the Pond”!

Should your reservations need to be cancelled, we respectfully request that we receive such notice as soon as possible. With such a short summer season, refunds or partial refunds will be based on timing as our calendars fill up a year in advance and difficult to rebook for long range planning.

Property manager

Louise

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please inquire for approval for family events.
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Pets

Pets allowed
We welcome all furry friends in the family!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Note from host: Please inquire for approval for family events.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number C0072062520

About the area

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this cottage is near the beach. 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 - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shalin Liu Performance Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Motif No 1 - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Ann - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Halibut Point State Park - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 8 min walk
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Long Beach Dairy Maid - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fish Shack Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Surfside Subs - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Brew Coffee Shop - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Pet Friendly hideaway near the beach and town center. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Pet Friendly hideaway near the beach and town center.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Pet Friendly hideaway near the beach and town center.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Pet Friendly hideaway near the beach and town center. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Back Beach and Front Beach. Shalin Liu Performance Center and Motif No 1 are also within 15 minutes. Rockport Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

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

Such a Quaint Cottage with Everything you Need!

I can’t say enough about our stay. First of all, location, location, location. Could walk everywhere. Even to the train station, which we took into Salem. The cottage was adorable with a good use of space. They left little touches for us like fresh flowers, wine and even some breakfast food. I can’t think of one thing you need to bring other than your clothes. It was stocked with everything. The views were amazing too. Would stay here again in a heartbeat and highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denny M.

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

All Around....PERFECT!

Lovely cottage on the edge of Millbrook Park, ocean view , quick walk to town. Very gracious host and hostess. She left us breakfast for the day after trip. it's a very well supplied cottage , look forward to returning. i couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

Lovely cottage on the pond

The cottage was charming, perfect location, decor and amenities. Great views from screened in front porch, perfect for morning coffee, evening ocean view. Back yard fully furnished for meals, campfire and relaxing with a view of the pond and lovely breeze. The new kitchen is great and was fully stocked w everything a kitchen needs and then some! Our thanks to Louise and Karl for their attention to detail, hospitality and extensive lists for entertainment dining and household information.. we look forward to returning
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Cozy fall getaway

We had a wonderful and relaxing, fall getaway Stay at Louise’s cottage in Rockport. The amenities and attention to detail provided a romantic charm, view to the ocean and wood-burning fireplace made our stay even more special. Being so close to the train station provided a convenient transportation to Salem and Boston. We will return to Rockport and look forward to staying once again at this lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denny M.

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

Perfect Location

Charming cottage overlooking mill pond. Can walk to beach, sit in screened in porch and watch the sunrise, walk dogs in the park, walk to Bearskin Neck. Will be back!
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Phoenix

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

Perfect location

We stayed for two weeks with our children and the location was perfect. There is a playground a short walk from the house and the kids loved being able to go there alone. The house is tucked in amongst trees and at the end of the road. So very private and quiet.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Cozy cottage in a perfect location

Based on prior reviews, we knew the cottage would be charming with fresh flowers and kitchen essentials but that would be an understatement. The kitchen was better stocked than my own kitchen with items such as parchment paper and heart shaped pancake molds. What the other reviews didn’t highlight was the delightful location. The pond provided hours of entertainment as family members fished, watched turtles and looked for bullfrogs. The ocean breeze kept the nights cool and the outdoor seating provided us with spots to read, talk and eat. Very close to the beach and to town. It was wonderful to be able to walk everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M., Pittsburgh, PA

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

Salem adventure

The cottage was so quaint and cozy, I loved it. It is a cemetery away from the beach, literally. It was peaceful, close to shops, dining all within walking distance. Karl and Louise were very nice and easily reached when I had a question. I felt very welcomed by them, she left a nice card to welcome us along with some welcoming goodies. The best touch were the fresh vases of cut flowers. I hope to come back, next time with my husband to relax and explore the beautiful area. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

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

The perfect north shore cottage

This is a lovely little property in the center of Rockport.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom O., Winter Garden, Florida

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

Perfect Summer!

Perfect New England Summer experience in this beautiful cottage. Modern and well appointed kitchen and baths. Great back yard. Short walk to the beach and historic center of the action in Rockport. 10/10!
Stayed 32 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leila H.

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

Amazing cottage and location

This gorgeous cottage was delightful and had everything you could possibly need. The location was the best thing. The cottage is on a pond and adjoining park about 2 min walk to Front beach and 5 min from town. The additional parking was also super convenient. Just the perfect spot and host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

A Perfect Cottage!

Loved the hospitality, cottage and location! We can't say enough about the hosts, and their beautiful, immaculate home. The cottage was so comfortable, quiet and relaxing. The location was superb (ample parking and just a walk....) to key areas of Rockport, while enjoying both the pond and the ocean at the same time. We also loved listening to the frogs in the evening hours from the screened in porch, what a treat! While the kitchen was fully stocked to cook with all its' amenities, and we were generously provided some essentials (thank you Louise!), we had some lovely dining in and around Rockport (My Place by the Sea = excellent), and in Gloucester, which is a short drive away (LOVED 1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar at the Beauport Hotel)... we also had opportunities to buy some local art to add to our collection, and it was so fun to see and be around all the area had to offer. Thanks so much for a great stay and for making us feel welcomed, we'll be back for sure, oooh and the beautiful fresh flowers in and around the cottage made our stay extra special, these cannot go without a shout-out, the flowers were amazing and so very thoughtful. Thanks so much! Karen & Tommy
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Cottage on the Pond

Louise made everything so easy and comfortable. It was like coming home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

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

A Perfect Location

A beautifully decorated cottage with many well-executed updates. The views, both front and back (ocean and pond), contribute to a serene and refreshing feeling. A quiet lane embedded in the best walking areas of Rockport. A hidden treasure.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

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

A great as cape

This cottage makes it possible to feel like your miles from anything, while being a 3 minute walk to the beach and a 5 minute walk to town. The porch and backyard are amazing, and exploring the decorations inside is as fun as trips into town!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

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

Amazing

just as I remembered …. but better. Thank You
Stayed 24 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison O.

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

Perfect location

Beautiful property with a fantastic garden and screened in porch. Great location within a few minutes walk of town.

2/10 Terrible

Sarah W.

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

Lovely spot

Lovely cottage, well equipped, very organized and clean. Owner easy to communicate with. Lovely spot overlooking a mill pond, easy walk to town. Screened in porch great for bug time! Excellent, I’m going back, for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Faith M.

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

Gorgeous setting, cozy and close to beach/town!

Beautiful property, gorgeous views front and back. Very short walk to beach and town. Would certainly stay here again1
Stayed 14 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne D.

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

Lovely Rockport Cottage - with a view of the ocean and the pond

I felt at home the minute I arrived at the "Cottage on the Pond". Louise and Karl greeted us and treated us like family and provided all these extra touches (fresh flowers, breakfast treats, wine etc). I can't say enough how wonderful a week it was. The cottage is beautifully decorated . So many places to sit and enjoy your coffee or glass of wine. The backyard is beautiful overlooking the pond and the front screened porch has a view of the ocean. I hope to be back soon. It was everything I hoped for and more. Thank you Louise and Karl for making it such a special vacation. Warm regards, Maryanne D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Excellent Front Beach vacation house!

This was the perfect cottage by pond! We had such a wonderful stay - a 3minute walk to Front Beach, 1 minute walk to a playground, and everything you could need stocked to help you enjoy your stay. Louise and Karl were excellent hosts, greeting us to show us around, leaving snacks and food for breakfast the next morning, even laying a fire in the fireplace (which we ended up using on a chilly rainy evening). We stayed with our 3 and 7 yr olds, the bedroom with the twin beds was perfect for them. The front porch is the perfect place to unwind at the end of a long beach day or drink your coffee with the sunrise. Would love to return!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judith K.

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

The perfect getaway cottage! From location to amenities and decor. Great hosts!

A gem of a cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Lovely cottage by the sea!

This is the quintessential cottage by the sea, with a bonus large backyard overlooking a pond, in an adorable, quintessential NE seaside village. If that isn’t enough, your choices are to sit on screened front porch and look at the ocean or the backyard by the fire pit overlooking the pond. The location is amazing....block from Front Street beach. We rolled the 1 and 3 year old grand babies in a beach buggy down to the beach and all the shops and restaurants. The house is fully equipped for your stay...beach towels, chairs, blender, dishes, etc. And the owner couldn’t be more accommodating! You will be greeted with fresh flowers in several rooms and staples to get you started on your stay. I will be returning for sure!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie E.

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

Perfection!

Our family had a wonderful getaway in The Cottage by the Pond!! Louise and Karl were amazing hosts - making sure the cottage was fully stocked with everything we could possibly need and even bought things like wine, bacon and eggs for our family when we arrived! The beautiful pond, the ocean view, the screened in porch, all made the visit an enjoyable and relaxing one! Strolls on front beach looking for sea glass and walks to town for delicious dinners, ice cream and shopping made the trip so much fun. Rockport and The Cottage on the Pond are what special Summer memories are made of! Thank you Louise & Karl!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Louise N.

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

Love Cottage on the Pond

Perfect blend of old fashioned cottage vibe but with today’s conveniences with gorgeous views to Front Beach sunrises.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Louise

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Our family has had a home in Rockport for almost 400 years. Cottage on the Pond was built by our ancestors who were local fishermen, and has been a base for our family throughout the seasons and years. Let us open our homes and welcome you to spend time in this little slice of perfection.

Why they chose this property

This has been our home away from home for generations. It is the perfect spot to enjoy a vacation.

What makes this property unique

Nothing beats an afternoon on the front porch looking out to the ocean.

Languages:

English