10/10 Excellent
Deanne H.
29 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful!! โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ
Deanne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Entire home
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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Ocean view
Check out the area
Rockport, MA
- Motif No 13 min walk
- Shalin Liu Performance Center4 min walk
- Cape Ann4 min drive
- Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
main floor bedroom
1 Queen Bed
upstairs bedroom and desk sitting area
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower ยท Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower ยท Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area
About this property
๐Last Minute Availability! ๐
Property manager
jonathan golding
Premier Host
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view
Rockport's Best Kept Secret: 2 Bed/1 Bath on Bearskin Neck
Rockport's Best Kept Secret: 2 Bed/1 Bath on Bearskin Neck
Ocean view
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
9.4 out of 10, (24 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0โ17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
Important information
You need to know
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0301242520
About the area
Rockport
Located in Rockport, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Ann and Good Harbor Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Rockport, MA
What's nearby
- Motif No 1 - 3 min walk
- Shalin Liu Performance Center - 4 min walk
- Front Beach - 7 min walk
- Cape Ann - 4 min drive
- Pebble Beach - 11 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 8 min drive
- Dunkin' - 6 min drive
- Long Beach Dairy Maid - 7 min drive
- Brothers Brew Coffee Shop - 4 min walk
- Fish Shack Restaurant - 2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing unit amazing host
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan D.
12 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place in an amazing location
Megan D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly K.
4 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical
Kelly K.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lindy M.
26 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3rd time staying
Lindy M.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by jonathan golding
My wife Sally and I live 5 miles away in Gloucester, yet I have been drawn to Bearskin Neck and Tuna Wharf ever since my college buddy Stephen Rhodes from North Carolina opened North Shore Kayak Outdoor Center on the end of Tuna Wharf. (Recently under new ownership as North Shore Adventures) Then the Shalin Liu Performance Center opened, dry Rockport finally got adult beverages, and fine dining like the Feather & Wedge arrived, and the appeal of Rockport went even higher. My daughter Libby went to elementary school in Rockport and her first summer jobs were on Bearskin Neck and Tuna Wharf. โจ
Rockport has never been known for its ease of parking, so love the fact that 5A Tuna Wharf comes its own nearby deeded parking spot. As you will see, location is what makes this wonderful Townhouse close to perfect. Park that car and enjoy the delights of walking around all that Rockport offers. Beaches, Art Galleries, Craft Stores, Coffee Shops, Lobster Rolls, Gift Shops, and a multitude of restaurants are just a stroll away. โจ PS, additional car parking available, just not as convenient.
Rockport has never been known for its ease of parking, so love the fact that 5A Tuna Wharf comes its own nearby deeded parking spot. As you will see, location is what makes this wonderful Townhouse close to perfect. Park that car and enjoy the delights of walking around all that Rockport offers. Beaches, Art Galleries, Craft Stores, Coffee Shops, Lobster Rolls, Gift Shops, and a multitude of restaurants are just a stroll away. โจ PS, additional car parking available, just not as convenient.
Why they chose this property
From New England Today Travel Magazine . . .
"Thereโs something special about this little town. In all of my New England exploring, Iโve yet to encounter a place that captures the essence of coastal life quite like Rockport. After all, Rockport is the inspiration behind so many works of art and has been an artistsโ haven for almost a century. It's no wonder Rockport is the physical embodiment of our ideas of life by the water. And with its next-door neighbor to the north, south, and east being the Atlantic Ocean, I canโt help but feel like Rockport would rather be a part of the sea anyway."
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"At the tip of the Cape Ann peninsula, Rockport is in historic Essex County. It began as part of the nearby town of Gloucester, and together these areas got their start in the fishing business. Pine harvested from the vicinity was used for shipbuilding, and locally quarried granite (they didnโt call it โrockโ port for nothing!) was shipped all up and down Americaโs east coast. It wasnโt until much later that tourism appeared on the local economyโs radar, but now that it has, there are plenty of dining, shopping, and cultural experiences for the sea-seeking explorer to enjoy."
"Thereโs something special about this little town. In all of my New England exploring, Iโve yet to encounter a place that captures the essence of coastal life quite like Rockport. After all, Rockport is the inspiration behind so many works of art and has been an artistsโ haven for almost a century. It's no wonder Rockport is the physical embodiment of our ideas of life by the water. And with its next-door neighbor to the north, south, and east being the Atlantic Ocean, I canโt help but feel like Rockport would rather be a part of the sea anyway."
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"At the tip of the Cape Ann peninsula, Rockport is in historic Essex County. It began as part of the nearby town of Gloucester, and together these areas got their start in the fishing business. Pine harvested from the vicinity was used for shipbuilding, and locally quarried granite (they didnโt call it โrockโ port for nothing!) was shipped all up and down Americaโs east coast. It wasnโt until much later that tourism appeared on the local economyโs radar, but now that it has, there are plenty of dining, shopping, and cultural experiences for the sea-seeking explorer to enjoy."
What makes this property unique
This piece of paradise has been very successfully listed with VRBO by the previous owner. Please take a few moments and read the guests reviews and you will see consistent themes noting the superb location, the amazing views, the proximity to most everything, and the total comfortableness of the home.
Backstory:
One Saturday in late March 2021, I went to an Open House at 5A Tuna Wharf and was really struck by how almost perfect the place was. I made on offer on Monday, it was accepted on Tuesday, and we closed the first week of May 2021. I totally enjoy being a host and like to think that "Customer Delight" captures the guest experience at Tuna Wharf Townhouse.
I am really excited to share the delights of Tuna Wharf, Bearskin Neck, Rockport, and all of Cape Ann with you!
๐๐๐ Jonathan
Oh and by the way, I spent a lot of years as an instructor with the Outward Bound Schools in the US and Canada. Even though he was before my time as a wilderness guide, I was aware that Jim Whittaker was the first American to summit Mt. Everest in 1963.
One of his most enduring statements when talking about the drive for people to challenge themselves was โIf youโre not living on the edge, youโre taking up too much space.โ
The relevance here to the Tuna Wharf Townhouse is that, while it is far from a challenge, it is, in a most comfortable way....living on the edge of continent.
There is Rockport harbor, the breakwater, and thatโs it.
Living life on the edge of North America.
Itโs a real sweet spot. I think you will really enjoy being there.
Cheers!
Backstory:
One Saturday in late March 2021, I went to an Open House at 5A Tuna Wharf and was really struck by how almost perfect the place was. I made on offer on Monday, it was accepted on Tuesday, and we closed the first week of May 2021. I totally enjoy being a host and like to think that "Customer Delight" captures the guest experience at Tuna Wharf Townhouse.
I am really excited to share the delights of Tuna Wharf, Bearskin Neck, Rockport, and all of Cape Ann with you!
๐๐๐ Jonathan
Oh and by the way, I spent a lot of years as an instructor with the Outward Bound Schools in the US and Canada. Even though he was before my time as a wilderness guide, I was aware that Jim Whittaker was the first American to summit Mt. Everest in 1963.
One of his most enduring statements when talking about the drive for people to challenge themselves was โIf youโre not living on the edge, youโre taking up too much space.โ
The relevance here to the Tuna Wharf Townhouse is that, while it is far from a challenge, it is, in a most comfortable way....living on the edge of continent.
There is Rockport harbor, the breakwater, and thatโs it.
Living life on the edge of North America.
Itโs a real sweet spot. I think you will really enjoy being there.
Cheers!
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