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Lanesville Cove Retreat Home

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A cozy attic bedroom with a large window, a small table, a chair, and a bed.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a rug, and a staircase in the background.
A home interior with a kitchen, dining area, and staircase.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a television.
A bathroom with a mirror, a towel rack, a sink, and a shelf with toiletries.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Plum Cove Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gloucester, MA
  • Place, Plum Cove Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Good Harbor Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Wingaersheek Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Gloucester

Located in Gloucester, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Dogtown and Paper House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maritime Gloucester and Schooner Adventure. Rocky Neck Art Colony and Essex Shipbuilding Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Gloucester, MA

What's nearby

  • Plum Cove Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cape Ann - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Good Harbor Beach - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Long Beach - 18 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 19 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 13 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Subs - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Common Crow Natural Market - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Long Beach Dairy Maid - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lanesville Cove Retreat Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Lanesville Cove Retreat Home?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lanesville Cove Retreat Home on 8 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,345, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lanesville Cove Retreat Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lanesville Cove Retreat Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lanesville Cove Retreat Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lanesville Cove Retreat Home located?

Located in the heart of Gloucester, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Plum Cove Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Halibut Point State Park and Halibut Point Reservation. Paper House and Granite Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for a needed break. Comfortable house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alexa was very helpful. Place was beautiful. Our cats loved it too!
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2026
Thank you Catherine. Glad the kitties enjoyed themselves. All the windows overlooking the Cove make for some great perches for ‘window hunting’. Thank you for the a compliment on decor, we strive for comfy and serene. Glad you see enjoyed ot. In hope you made it home safely, Love to have you back again, be well.
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10/10 Excellent

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Lanesville is a special place. I lived there for thirty years and although Maine is where I live now, Lanesville will always be my home. The view of Lanesville Cove is a bonus and the open floor plan a plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great stay! Perfectly appointed, charming and artsy very home with incredible to the porch. Were super nice and extremely attentive. Our pets had a wonderful time as did our 10-year-old daughter. We already can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2026
We are very happy you enjoyed the fun filled Cove! Pups too. We settled in Lanesville as it has a dog and kid friendly vibe. Laid back, with great sunsets and tide pools. You were tons of fun and left the place in nice shape, thank you! We hope you return to stay again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This Lanesville home is a delight to stay it. It is open, spacious and full of light. The deck is an ideal spot for meals or a place to sit and relax and read a good book.The bedroom on the second floor as also spacious and a very comfortable place to sleep. The downstairs is a delight to spend time in. The many sofas provide ample seating as well as a bed or two or three for the night. I visited with my dog who found himself in dog heaven as we could walk to the cove and he could swim and play with many other neighborhood dogs. I love the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great trip

Great location. Fun spot
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2024
Thank you for the kind words. It is nice to host such fun loving, great people!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Waterviews, great homebase

We enjoyed our visit in lanesville!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Lanesville is a great community, glad you enjoyed it-sunsets , the wall and all! We enjoyed having you as guests, hope to see you again.
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10/10 Excellent

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Relax and enjoy

Great quiet location to relax. Wonderful owners and hidden gem. We had a wonderful vacation in Gloucester.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2023
We loved meeting you both! My blood pressure goes down 10 points every time we cross the 'bridge' - agreed a great place to relax especially in the fall. I know you are adventurers and may not pass this way again soon, but I hope you do. Wonderful guests, thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely stay, great location

My family of four (including two kids) enjoyed this spacious and comfortable rental with easy access to so many great spots. We had a lovely time and Alix was so kind and communicative. Really great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
We are happy you enjoyed a relaxing week, despite the rain! Sometimes it is nice just to sit back and tide pool or finish a good book-sometimes the rain is cozy too! We love hosting kind (and very clean) guests, hope you and the kids will be back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous location, terrific view, lovely apartment. Everything perfect! We highly recommend this owner and her property and would return in the future if we could. 5 stars on all is not enough should be able to give more as this place deserves it.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
Ah, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay. We loved having you as well. We are biased, but find the perfect balance between peaceful and relaxing and fun! We hope you return, soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Location location location

Beautiful views in fabulous dog-friendly Lane’s Cove. Owners are very kind and generous.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Thank you for joining us! I am So glad you enjoy the Cove as much as we do- it’s a magical place. We hope to see you again, sooner rather than later?!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful location for a Cape Ann get away

The property is located in a wonderful spot a stone's throw away from Lane Cove and a local cafe and package store. It has a comfortable vibe in the decorating and furnishings. We have a wonderful vacation touring Cape Ann. We especially appreciated the pet friendly policy of the host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you! We loved hosting you, no offense most especially the cutest, best puppy ever. (Hope mine aren’t on line) We are blessed to be so near to a place that humans and fur kids can enjoy together. We love having a nice cafe and Package/General store with in short walking distance, makes for a relaxing vacation- don’t worry about forgetting anything! Hope To see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect coastal getaway with wonderful hosts

We absolutely loved our stay! Alix and John are fantastic hosts—welcoming, helpful, and full of great recommendations. Thanks to them, we enjoyed great restaurants, a local band and scored a Groupon for a whale watch.The home is beautifully decorated with charming coastal touches that make it feel like the perfect beach escape. The location couldn’t be better—just a short walk to Lanesville Cove and an easy drive to all of Cape Ann’s highlights.We had a wonderful, relaxing stay and would happily return!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2025
Awe, thank you! We loved having Joel and Christine and RJ. The kind of guests that become friends, after all they share our love of the all things Gloucester - and Lanesville. Spectacular sunsets, great food, and chillaxing among the many highlights. Fingers crossed they come visit again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lane’s Cove Retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Lanesville!! The view from the deck and the cove we’re stunning!! Alix and John were very relaxed and welcoming !! We were very comfortable in their home!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Thank you! You were ideal guests, just what any host hopes for! I am so glad you appreciated our little slice of heaven as much as we do. Please come back soon, ya hear!
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10/10 Excellent

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Two week stay

Alix' property is located, in my opinion, in the best part of Gloucester: quiet area with ocean view. Alix was very hands-on meeting us when we checked in and answering our all too frequent questions. The property gave us plenty of space to have visitors during our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Location is great. Ocean view from back window and deck. We were here in October so not much time outside on deck but still a great view from inside. Lots of room on main floor for relaxing. House overall has very comfy vibe. All basic needs provided for kitchen, bath, and bed. Nice little bakery/deli down the street and a liquor store too. Hosts were great. Super kind and friendly.We had a nice chat with them shortly after checking in. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lanesville retreat was a retreat!

This property gave me a reprieve and a place to relax while working in the area. The house is bright and sunny, decorated in a nautical theme with a little dog theme thrown in. Very nicely done. The view from the back table and porch were stunning. Very comfortable seating areas (yes, areas) and nicely stocked kitchen. Walking distance to water, cafe and beach. Very convenient! Close to all the tourist spots too.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Guests like Laurie make hosting fun. We are fortunate to be able to share our special place. With great people. It is especially gratifying when others enjoy the casual, comfy vibe of Lanesville as much as we do - and ya, the down cushions are cozy. Hope you come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Truly amazing!

I am hesitant to share what a great place this is as others will find out. The house itself is not what makes it so special but truly its location. First off, you can literally walk to everything from your front door. Beach, quarries, state park, restaurants, stores and more. The sunset’s from the balcony are amazing but what really sets it apart are the neighbors themselves. I have traveled all over the world but have never encountered such lovely people. I had people stop by on several occasions to say hi, pet my dogs or invite me over to enjoy a glass of wine by their fire. This place is absolutely perfect and just what I needed. And the owners, they are amazing too! I will definitely be back.
Stayed 44 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Aww, thanks Michelle! You and the fur kids are always welcome. You fit right into the special. Waem vibe of Lanesville. We fell in love with the village too for it’s natural beauty and connection to trails and water but also it’s people- and the lazy side of me loves being able to stay put and just pop over for wine. Smoked fish and maybe a coffee. Like you I have mixed emotions- I want to have people enjoy it…. Just not too many! ;)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable and convenient

We stayed here in 2019 and were so excited to find the listing again four years later. The property is pretty and airy and the kitchen is large and well-stocked with implements and condiments. The flowers on the porch create a fairyland with hummingbirds and ocean views to boot. A package store a couple of doors down magically had exactly the groceries we needed when we needed them. A few doors further down is a bakery and sandwich shop. A block away in the opposite direction was a small but perfect playground for our active 7-year-old. Alexandra is an excellent, responsive host. On both visits she has gone above and beyond the expected to make our experience as wonderful as possible. She’s great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
We were so excited to have you back, that’s a true compliment! It is true the LPS has everything- it’s really uncanny. Love the marinated, smoked fish! Your son has grown into such a cool little guy, no surprise! Next time maybe a whale watch, book the wolf Sanctuary for sure. Thanks for making hosting fun, love meeting nice, fun loving guests! (Flowers change each year- this year the hummers have been a bonus)!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alix is very communicative and was there to welcome my puppy and me on arrival and when we departed. Generous with her time and snacks too! This is a duplex (side by side) cove cottage in an older building on a busy main street, but beach chic decorated and it works great for a week getaway. On the Lanes Cove side of Gloucester so closer to downtown Rockport than downtown Gloucester. Good location to explore all of Cape Ann (from Ipswich to Manchester by the Sea and everything in between). The bed is upstairs in a dormered loft area (no door) and was very comfortable. The bathroom is not on the same floor as the loft area/bed. Small deck out back you can see the cove//water from so short walk to GREAT sunsets. Safe off-street parking is on the grass on side of building. Village-feel, cozy coffee cafe (opens at 8am) with breakfast and lunch sandwiches/homemade pastries about 5 doors down, and 3 doors down is a liquor/small grocer. Safe for single woman and her puppy to walk around and there are beautiful sights of coves/ocean/bays/boats no matter where you walk. You need to drive to restaurants for dinner and most activities (and park as a non-resident if you do not have your own resident pass) although a nice small cove beach is about .4 mile walk down the road. Perfect location if you are an active person. Lots to do on Cape Ann!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2025
We love meeting ‘good dogs’ and people and have been blessed to host some great ones this year. Vi and Simba are no exception. We are pleased to have many fur friends rebook with us, good to see old friends. Hope to see you back! Many don’t realize our home is an 1800s fishing shack as it has been completely remodeled over the years- it has an open floor plan and huge rooms. The bedroom upstairs is as big as the last place I stayed, and the view of the Cove is spectacular! Despite its large size our house is best for singles or families but not great for large groups as it is an open floor plan with bath, full laundry, and kitchen on the ground floor. Glad you enjoyed the amazing sunsets and above views as much as we do. We spend most of time on the deck or lounging on the comfy down couches, or swimming with the pups. Cape Ann has much to offer I am still finding treasures- though our place is so restful I find myself never leaving- hiking quarries across the street or getting grilled items a few feet away from the General store. We need to get out more, thanks for the tips Vi! I need to get back to the Wolves and take in more concerts, and try Talise.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great little getaway

We felt super comfortable at this little place overlooking the cove. Great hosts and a wonderful spot for walks and sunsets. We had our dogs and we were made to feel so comfortable with them including dog bowls and treats! Our hosts did everything they could to help us feel at home. We would return!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Cape Ann Adventure

Our stay was lovely! Lanesville is a very friendly place, the local area was full of fun ocean and art opportunities, and the owners were extremely nice and friendly helpful folks. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
We enjoyed your company too. I hope someday soon to some see your little piece of paradise. It is wonderful to meet new people and share ideas- especially when we share a love of Cape Ann. Thanks again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent time !!

Alix and John were great!! We loved staying there and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Welcoming, comfortable,convenient.

Lanesville Cove is a special place to be and there is a view from the outside deck and the inside living room. The kitchen is very well equipped. The hosts are very helpful and were very welcoming to our dog. We hope to visit again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Just what we needed

We are delighted with Alix's Lanes Cove retreat. We felt welcome and at home the moment we stepped in. Alix and John were there to greet us with champagne, fresh fruit, and helpful local information. Thank you Alix. It was just what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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