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Evensong: Oceanview Retreat with Dock

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Sun-loungers
View from property
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Gloucester, MA
  • Hammond Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Good Harbor Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Wingaersheek Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Evensong: Oceanview Retreat with Dock

Unobstructed Water Views of The Annisquam in this newly-renovated "walls of glass" home boasting panoramic views of The Mill River, Jones Creek, Wingaersheek Beach & beyond to the mountains of Maine. Deeded Water access available for enthusiastic kayakers or paddle boarders (please feel free to bring them with you). Enjoy our new dock (which is removed between November-April), shared with our neighbors below us. With a click of the remote cozy up to the gas fireplace & watch egrets, blue heron & cormorants as they glide over the water's surface all from the comfort of your home. Bask in the beauty of spectacular sunsets. Every day is a nature show!

You won't miss a beat in this 1,600 square foot home with an open concept floor plan lending itself to views no matter where you are, even while preparing dinner in the Chef's kitchen featuring a Viking Stove, granite counters, back lit cabinetry & snack bar. Large composite deck with cable rail off the master bedroom overlooking the expanse of water. Young children would require supervision on the roofdeck. Our home features an outdoor grill, 3 bedrooms and 3 baths and sleeps 6-8. New washing machine and dryer on the first floor. It's a quick trip to the beach by paddleboard or kayak or a short drive to several local beaches, Halibut Point, more restaurants, museums, hiking, and quarries. Owners live locally and have a basement apartment (with separate entrance) at the property and will be available for questions/special requests. This is a perfect home for a friends or family retreat. Please no loud parties, as we live in a residential neighborhood.

Off Season: 3-4 night minimum rental.
Summer Season: Friday-Friday rental (7 night minimum)

Smoke and pet-free. Parking for two cars.

Boat docking (dock is tidal): $150/week payable through Venmo
EV charging: $50/week payable through Venmo

Check-in 4pm, Checkout 11am
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Dogtown. The holiday home offers a kitchen and 3 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Northeast Hospital Corporation - Addison Gilbert Campus and a few minutes from Plum Cove Beach
Evensong: Oceanview Retreat with Dock offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Katie

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: 5 and up d/t roofdeck and outdoor spiral stair.

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 no parties. residential neighborhood.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number C0279531070

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Evensong Oceanview Retreat with Water Access
Evensong: Oceanview Retreat with Water Access Gloucester

Evensong: Oceanview Retreat with Dock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on earth
We just spent two glorious months at Evensong and don’t know where to begin with our accolades. We LOVE it here and can’t wait to return!!!! The location is convenient to everything, the views are spectacular and the house has every amenity you could desire. Katie is the most responsive landlord EVER and is such a gracious host. From pizza recommendations to quick fixes at the house, she is on top of all of it. We love it here in the winter and hope to experience the magic in summer, too!
Stayed 58 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easily the best VRBO we have stayed in
The property is absolutely stunning and Katie is a phenomenal host. The accommodations are absolutely fantastic. The bedrooms are very large and comfortable. The kitchen was a dream to cook in, with all of the critical cookware and more. Katie even stocks the fridge with a few essentials and some local beer. She is very welcoming and helpful. But best of all is the view and the sunsets from the fantastic living room and the top deck. Everything was absolutely perfect 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pre-Holiday Couples Getaway
We absolutely loved this property! All of the comforts of home and even some extra touches that made it even more special like binoculars for bird watching and some local beer. Beds were comfortable, plenty of blankets and a very cozy fireplace. I would not hesitate to stay again, stop scrolling if you’re looking to stay in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with a gorgeous view
Four of us stayed, we all took part in a 3-day Zoom conference happening on the West coast. First, and importantly, there were no issues with WiFi or connectivity, which was great. The home itself was spotless and modern, with a beautiful view of the water. It’s a small neighborhood, and the houses are close together, but we never felt as if we had no privacy. The kitchen had everything we could dream of needing/using. A comfortable living room with lots of room to hang out, great gas fireplace that took the chill out of the cool mornings, the beds are very comfortable, and the bathrooms (3) had everything we needed. I was in touch with the host a couple of times over the weekend and she always responded immediately. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Autumnal Views
The property was better than the pictures online! Booked our stay after we attended a family wedding in the Beverly, MA location. Katie (the host) communicated with us and the check in / check out process was smooth. The views from this property are breathtaking. The house is absolutely gorgeous and it had basically anything you would need for the stay (kitchenware to cook, coffee, codes for entertainment on the fire TV). The location couldn’t have been better either as I planned to take my family to some local farms and Salem for the day. The Hammond Castle Museum is also a short drive away. I wish I could upload pictures from the views from the property but I don’t think pictures would do it justice. It was a relaxing, quintessential New England stay and I would recommend this property to anyone! Katie was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Evensong…A True Gem!!!
What can be said about glorious Evensong that hasn’t been said already? First and most important, Katie is excellent and in my opinion sets the bar for hosts! My family and I have been lucky enough to travel throughout Europe, the Pacific, and the US…and Evensong will easily be remembered as one of the very best. Do yourself a favor and visit Evensong, it's everything you're looking for!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
New England excellence
Picture perfect house with a picture perfect view. Beds and pillows were so comfy!! Loved this area of Massachusetts. The local area had great restaurants and lovely little shops. Katie is a dream host and was so very helpful with any questions!! Thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica M., Liberal

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!!!
Had a great time. House is beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Evensong in Gloucester
Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay in the area! Katie left a detailed book for us to see local sights and more. Gorgeous house with everything you would need to rest and relax - and the views are spot on! What you see in the pictures are what you see from the house! Thank you for such a great place to stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful home. They had everything we needed on hand. Felt like home. The view was amazing. Location was great for Salem and visiting MI.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niki C., Lexington Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Everything was just wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, clean home with AMAZING views
The house was amazing as advertised. Lots of small details in the home made it so pleasant and comfortable...a well stocked kitchen to include coffee and cream, and some basics to get us started, a bottle of wine and beer from a local brewery! There were plenty of towels, sheets, beach towels, beach chairs, throw blankets, a couple of games, and an easy to use TV to watch the end of the Olympics.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigette E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay at a beautiful waterfront property
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful waterfront property. Thank you so much for providing a beautiful home and a wonderful vacation for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great Host, place, location and views. Everything was as stated on the advertisement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marshall B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
Nice location and well furnished home
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends 60th
Our stay was amazing! The house was clean, warm, and inviting. Katie was very helpful, friendly, and thought of everything to make our stay the best!! There was even coffee, wine, beer, eggs, etc. Thanks Katie!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection in every way!
Evensong house and our host, Katie, exceeded every one of our already high expectations. This beautiful home is just as pictured, and yet it still took our breath away the first time we walked in! It is clean and shining, spacious, serene, and beautifully decorated, with a well-stocked kitchen, seemingly new furniture and extremely comfortable beds and bed linens. The view is incomparable! From the downstairs walls of windows and the gorgeous upper-level deck, we enjoyed every sunrise and sunset, watched the tides rise and fall - revealing marshy islands and tidal pools - saw sailboats and other small boats, kayaks, and a huge variety of birds native to the New England coast. On our last night there we were treated to the full arc of a rainbow. Katie is a spectacular host and a lovely, kind person who instantly responds to questions and wants your time there to be perfect. We are already looking forward our next stay at Evensong!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcus O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible sunset views
Quiet neighborhood Very peaceful and nice home. Quiet setting was perfect for relaxing and watching the birds and wildlife on the river. Incredible sunsets in this comfortable house. Great kitchen to cook Great location to tour Cape Ann Would be nice if owner had an instruction book on how to operate fireplace and TV but host was very nice and responsive to our questions Very nice lady! We would come back here!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
We were looking for a quiet vacation for just the two of us and this place was perfect for it. The view was really wonderful and the place was really comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home and setting exceeded our expectations
We had a wonderful time staying in Katie and Jamie's lovely home in the Annsiquam area of Gloucester. Katie could not have been more helpful or responsive to my email queries before we arrived. The home is extremely clean, beautifully decorated, and everything seems brand new and functioned perfectly. There are thoughtful touches everywhere. Before arriving I thought the views could not possibly be as nice as the photos, but seeing the views in person out the living room windows or from the upper floor deck is mesmerizing. We watched birds, watercraft, and kayakers at all hours. We spent alot of time looking, taking photos, and walking down below during low tide. Whether sunny, cloudy, high tide, low tide, sunrise, or sunset, the view is just amazing and unreal looking. I hope we can someday return to this charming home! A+++++++++
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in Gloucester!
This property is absolutely charming and its owner/manager, Katie, ensures that your stay is wonderful. We enjoyed a beautiful, relaxing week of ever-changing and expansive water views. The house is clean, nicely appointed and conveniently located near both Gloucester and Rockport. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week in Gloucester
Wonderful house in great location - spectacular views & sunsets. Very clean & well equipped. Host helpful & flexible. So much to do & see in the area for everyone. A week was not long enough to do it all ! Hope to stay longer next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

grace o.

Liked: Cleanliness
good
very good location and views
Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Antonia B. W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with incredible view.
Our family had a fantastic weekend in the beautiful home. We even had a proposal happen on the deck under a beautiful rainbow across ocean landscape. Property owners were easy to communicate with. We will definitely come back for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
The house was absolutely perfect in every way for our family. The views from the house are stunning and the surrounding area is incredibly beautiful. We enjoyed the recommendations Katie made and went to the Eastern point lighthouse for sunset, halibut park and stopped at the lobster pool for a lobster roll. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021