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The Captain John Butman House

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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a patterned rug, a chandelier, and a framed picture above the fireplace.
A living room with a wooden cabinet, a gray sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A room with a wooden door, a window with a stained glass design, and a patterned rug.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and two windows with curtains.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a window with a view of the outside.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
This 3-bedroom vacation home in the heart of the city accommodates 6 guests and features 2 bathrooms. It offers a patio for outdoor enjoyment and is pet-friendly. Explore nearby attractions like Back Beach and Front Beach during your stay.

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Motif No 1
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Rockport, MA
  • Place, Front Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Shalin Liu Performance Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Motif No 1
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Captain John Butman House

Located in Rockport Village, Captain John Butman House is steeped in history, originating in the days before the United States of America came to be.

With its strong colonial bones, this delightful rental home was lovingly restored and refinished with modern upgrades while maintaining its historic essence. Downtown Rockport is a short stroll or drive to explore the art galleries, shop in and around Bearskin Neck's unique boutiques, dine at the many restaurants, or simply enjoy nature at the local beaches or on hiking trails. The commuter rail is in close distance to take the train to Boston or other North Shore destinations.

The main living level consists of a spacious open plan living/dining area, a remodeled, fully applianced kitchen, a family room with large TV, a small office, and full bath with the washer/dryer. Upstairs are the three bedrooms and the second full bath.

LIVING/DINING ROOM: Enter the rental home into the open plan living and dining area. The living space has a large couch and two chairs. The dining table comfortably seats up to four. There is a leaf to extend the table to seat 6.

KITCHEN: The kitchen is fully applianced with a refrigerator, stove and oven, dishwasher, and microwave. The door opens to the back patio and yard.

FAMILY ROOM: This room is the perfect for gathering to watch movies other family favorite programs on the large TV while relaxing on the large sectional sofa or a chaise lounge chair. There is also a beautiful built-in library with shelves containing books and games. OFFICE: There is a small office with a desk off of the living/dining room.

BATH 1: The full bath has a tiled walk-in shower. The washer and dryer are also located in the first floor bathroom.

SECOND FLOOR

BR1: The primary bedroom has a King bed.

BR2: This room has a Queen bed. It also connects to the third bedroom.

BR3: This bedroom has a set of Twin bunk beds. Access this room through the Queen bedroom.

EXTERIOR

Enjoy relaxing outdoors on the Adirondack chairs on the lovely stone patio overlooking the lush green back yard and gardens. It is also a great place to barbecue and dine outside. After a day at the beach, rinse off using the outdoor shower station.

PARKING

There is off-street parking for one car in the driveway.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0293892520
Property # 2299860vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this holiday home is in the city centre and 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.
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Rockport, MA

What's nearby

  • Back Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Front Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shalin Liu Performance Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Motif No 1 - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Halibut Point Reservation - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 5 min walk
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Lobster of Gloucester - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Seaport Grille - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Captain John Butman House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Captain John Butman House?

As of 26 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Captain John Butman House on 14 Dec 2026 start from AU$2,205, 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 The Captain John Butman House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Captain John Butman House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Captain John Butman House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Captain John Butman House located?

Located in the heart of Rockport, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Back Beach and Front Beach. Shalin Liu Performance Center and Rockport Art Association & Museum are also within 15 minutes. Rockport Station is only a 5-minute walk.

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