Beachfront vacation rentals in Manchester-by-the-Sea

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Home in Marblehead

5 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Seaside Cottage

Here you are down the street from some of Marblehead's hidden gems such as Redds Pond, Browns Island & Old Burial Hill Cemetery. One car parking. 5 minute walk to the beach, shops & restaurants. Fully fenced in yard with turf grass. One bedroom with a low profile queen sized bed. In unit washer/dryer. Full bath with tub. Newly renovated kitchen with major appliances: stove, oven, dishwasher, fridge, Nespresso maker & microwave. Sheets & bath linens provided. Minisplit A/C. Home is all one level.

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Guest suite in Gloucester

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 419 reviews

SplashLanding Private Beach Getaway in Gloucester

Jan-March 2025 monthly rentals. Must Book Summer 2025 via Airbnb website not the APP! *Can't find an opening in SplashLanding? Our 2nd unit SquishInn has openings June-Oct 2024 airbnb.com/h/squishinn-gloucester-ma Long walks on a private beach. Get sun-kissed; toes in the sand. Romantic dinners on the deck. Cozy in Winter (Energy Star home and Radiant heat throughout). TRAVELING WITH ANOTHER COUPLE? Book Private Beach Getaway SquishInn. Our 2nd unit for adult couples 2 friends can join you!

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Loft in Rockport

5 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

Chic Downtown Loft ☆ Private Parking ☆ Ocean View

Enjoy the coastal and seaside views from the renovated and bright "jewel" located in the charming seaside New England town of Rockport on Cape Ann. The loft is centrally located is literally steps to the beaches, the Bearskin Neck cafes, restaurants, boutiques, art shops, and the Shalin Liu. 1-min walk to Bearskin Neck & Motif No.1 5-min walk to Front Beach + easy access to many others 8-min drive to Halibut Point Park 25-min drive to Salem 1-hour drive to Boston 15-min walk MBTA Train Station

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Rental unit in Arlington

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews

Lakeside apartment, patio, hot tub, outside shower

Private apartment, has lock box access, includes bedroom, living room, kitchen & bathroom. Private from public, patio and hot tub overlooks lake and conservation land. No stairs. Sofa converts to a comfortable queen or twin beds Kitchen is stocked with dishes, pots and pans for 4, coffee and water Hot tub always 104 degrees Kayak, sail boats & swimming available. Portable fire pit. $25 pet fee, 1 pet only under 50 #'s. Tesla EV charging Covid 19 CDC cleaning and disinfecting procedures.

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Rental unit in Rockport

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 287 reviews

Harbor Retreat | Ocean View | Heart of Downtown

Discover Rockport's Harbor View Apartment! 🌊 This newly renovated 1-bedroom on the second level boasts stunning harbor views from a private deck. Steps from Bearskin Neck, enjoy proximity to unique shops 🛍️, fine dining 🍽️, and beaches 🏖️. Equipped with high-speed WiFi, a 55" Smart TV, and a Murphy couch. Perfect for experiencing Rockport's vibrant atmosphere. Note: Guests must climb stairs and the downtown location can be lively and noisy 🌆. Book your unforgettable seaside escape today! ⚓

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Rental unit in Gloucester

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Beautifully remodeled unit in heart of Gloucester

Enjoy your stay in the heart of Gloucester close to everything this great town has to offer. This unit was completely remodeled in 2022. Two shorts blocks from Main Street in Gloucester and all of its wonderful restaurants and shops. Three blocks from the Beauport Hotel - perfect for wedding guests not staying at that location. This unit has new floors, countertops, appliances and fixtures and is freshly painted (no VOC paint). You will love this unit and location for your visit.

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Loft in Gloucester

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews

Rocky Neck Studio/Loft, Gloucester, Mass.

Welcome 2024! We look forward to you visiting RockyNeck in Gloucester. You will be sure to enjoy various special activities and events this summer and fall. We are located in the "quiet end", on a private residential dead end street in a historic artist colony . Nearby public transportation, Audubon sites, cultural events, the Gloucester Stage Co and beaches . Parking is on street with a parking lot nearby, if needed. PLEASE NOTE: the yard is private Bring your passcodes for TV

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Rental unit in Rockport

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Mary's By The Sea

A unique 650 square foot ground floor apt across the street from Front Beach. 6 minute walk from the Rockport MBTA . There is a separate bedroom with a queen mattress and a pullout sofa bed in the living area. The pullout sofa is best for teens or smaller kids .There is a bathroom with a sink and toilet. There is another room with a sink and shower. The kitchen area is more like a kitchenette than a full-size kitchen. We provide one parking spot next door at The Cove parking lot.

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Rental unit in Salem

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 352 reviews

Historic Salem Willows With Water View

A stay in our cozy retreat here in Salem Willows will make you feel as though you've stepped back into a simpler more peaceful time. Juniper Beach is steps away across the street where beautiful sunrises can be viewed! The Willows Park is just at the end of the street where you can stroll, take in the ocean breezes and watch amazing sunsets! We are only 2 miles outside of Salem's downtown, close enough to walk, just far enough away for some peace and quiet. Come visit!

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Guest suite in Marblehead

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviews

Ocean Park Retreat

Bright and cheery 1 bedroom ground floor apartment with two+ car parking on quiet street in Marblehead's Ocean Park neighborhood, just steps from the ocean. Full size bed and pull-out full-size sofa in living room, private bathroom with in-floor heating, kitchenette with microwave, dishwasher, sink, double induction cook-top, refrigerator, and toaster oven. Laundry access. Walk to the waterfront, watch the sailboats drift by. Fifteen- minute walk to Historic town center.

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Guest suite in Rockport

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Large Suite in the Historic District of Rockport.

This large suite is the entire top floor of a Historic home, approx. 750 sq. feet. Enjoy a short walk to Old Garden Beach , Front beach, Heath’s Tea Room , Shalin Liu Performance Center and all of downtown Rockport many shops, restaurants and art galleries. You will enter your suite via a keyless door up a private “good morning” staircase to the third floor. Includes use of a screened porch, side porch with rockers and grilling area.

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Home in Gloucester

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Harbor View Walk to Town&Beach, 6 Guests King beds

Spectacular Gloucester home. Book this Fall to stay on Cape Ann. From the private oasis, you have a beautiful walk to local beaches & Gloucester center, restaurants, museums, galleries & boutiques, sailing and whaling charters, power boat rentals, SUP, kayaking, historic landmarks, seaside restaurants & also ocean front tennis, boce ball and so much more! or just come for happy relaxing! This place is a happy haven! ♡