Title: Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=57851540&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur ![TV, fireplace - Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur (Rockport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57860000/57851600/57851540/e8987538.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur (Rockport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57860000/57851600/57851540/415a16e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher - Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur (Rockport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57860000/57851600/57851540/1860feec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur (Rockport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57860000/57851600/57851540/fd306cc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur (Rockport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57860000/57851600/57851540/6313ed6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in Rockport's Gap Cove, Straitsmouth Cove offers the perfect seaside retreat. This classic vacation home boasts an expansive green lawn with incredible waterfront views, a shady screen porch and patio for lounging or playing games like croquet. Enjoy unobstructed views of Straitsmouth Island from most rooms and explore nearby trails right from the property. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathrooms3395 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur Straitsmouth Cove is a classic seaside "cottage" in a sublime location on Rockport’s Gap Cove. This elegant vacation home has the rambling, comfortable feel of a vintage country manor by the sea. The expansive green lawn, with its incredible waterfront view, is a most serene and awe-inspiring setting with plenty of outdoor living space for lounging or playing. You'll enjoy stunning, unobstructed views of Straitsmouth Island from most rooms, as well as from the shady screen porch, patio and the front garden. Gap Cove, just across the country road, is a place of seaside wonder where you can scramble on the rocks, hunt for shells and seaglass or all manner of little crabs and ocean life ..... or just go for a swim. Put your kayak in or your stand up paddle board and head to Straitsmouth Island with it's paths to explore. From there you can go to Thatcher Island with its twin lighthouses for more exploration or just enjoy the views of Bearskin Neck. Inside, you'll have plenty of space to get comfortable, with five bedrooms, two full baths and a generous living room with a massive antique brick fireplace. Straistmouth Cove has central AC to keep you cool on hot summer days. From every vantage point, the living spaces offer endless views of the sea, just beyond the home's expansive lawns and gardens. After a day at the beach or exploring the village of Rockport, relax on the sprawling blue stone patio and take in the ever-changing seascape. Plenty of gorgeous walking/running/biking options and trails right from the property. The home is within walking distance of Rockport village with its famed Shalin Liu Performance Center, shops, galleries and restaurants. No smoking. No pets. GROUND FLOOR Living Room: An enormous (decorative) fireplace and multiple sitting areas. Dining Room:Custom built-in shelves, ocean views. Kitchen: Fully updated and equipped. Sun Porch: Screened-in porch with brick floor and comfortable furniture. MEZZANINE LEVEL Bedroom 1: Single bedroom with an adjacent full bath and water views. Bath 1: Full bath with tub/shower. SECOND FLOOR Bedroom 2: Queen bed and ocean views. Bedroom 3: Master Bedroom with Queen bed and ocean views. Bedroom 4: Corner room with Queen bed. Bedroom 5: Full bedroom. Bath 2: Full bath with tub/shower. LOWER LEVEL Laundry: Washer and dryer in the basement. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,395 square feet ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2810000/2803800/2803719/5bb839c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rockport Inn And Suites Rockport - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 Property Registration Number C0113042520 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 59 ## About the area Located in Rockport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Rockport Art Association & Museum and Shalin Liu Performance Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Motif No 1 and Paper House. Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are also worth visiting. [Visit our Rockport travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rockport.dx6350) [View more Holiday homes in Rockport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rockport-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6350-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.65847%2C-70.59848&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gIjrFqsA9Y4DMaV1dVNUx3ANv_E=) Rockport, MA ### What's nearby - ![Halibut Point State Park and grainy quarry aerial view panorama and the coast aerial view in town of Rockport, Massachusetts MA, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000463815/181cd4a8-d2e6-4385-8f1e-08a24a2dba8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cape Ann 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![Motif No 1 showing a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532667413/25cff311-8be4-4444-991e-f7ecbd5403bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Motif No 1 3 min drive \- 0.9 miles - ![Shalin Liu Performance Center featuring interior views and theater scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532667415/afaf2fc4-4be1-4984-bc72-d90daaa951b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shalin Liu Performance Center 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles - ![Front Beach featuring a sandy beach and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635983994077/711faac6-9353-42a8-af8b-5a69c7f94268.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Front Beach 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Old Garden Beach 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Rockport Station 9 min drive - Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) 37 min drive ### Restaurants - Dunkin' 9 min drive - Common Crow Natural Market 7 min drive - Brothers Brew 3 min drive - Sea Breeze Liquors 9 min drive - Surfside Subs 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur? ### What time is check-in at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur? ### What time is check-out at Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur? ### Where is Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen K. 28 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Family Time We had a fabulous stay. The house was terrifically appointed, more bowls, cutting boards, etc than we could ever use--and we did a lot of cooking. Plenty of space inside and out--property managers we SO helpful. If family gathers again in Rockport we will definitely come again. High Recommendation! ##### Karen K. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon P. 15 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding Retreat Family and friends rented the house together to attend a wedding at the Hotel Beauport. The house was lovely and every morning we woke to the most beautiful sunrises over the ocean. There are great paths that are public to walk around the ocean - downtown Rockport is a short walk from the house. Everything worked properly in the house and all the rooms were lovely. ##### Sharon P. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 22 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place I would recommend ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Ellen B. 13 Aug 2021 #### Great Location, wonderful views Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our extended family stayed here for a week in July. You could not ask for a better location or view. The home was clean, comfortable and had a good amount of space. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, cookware and appliances. Unfortunately, the owners were in the middle of doing some work on the house and the "rec room" listed for the property, with a ping pong table, TV and seating, was filled with cedar shingles and unusable. This was a big disappointment since we felt like we did not get what we were told was part of the property rental. It is no longer included in the listing. There are also some updates that need to be done to make the porch usable.All in all we had a wonderful time and I would recommend this property to others with improvements made to the screened porch. ##### Ellen B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### laura c. 15 Jul 2021 #### Great view Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great view. ##### laura c. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Can A. 12 Oct 2020 #### Straitsmouth Cove Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: nice ##### Can A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 3 Oct 2020 #### Spacious Place for a Covid Stay! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family absolutely hated this place, could not wait to leave. It reeked of low tide and dead fish, don’t even think of renting it. (I want it available for our return!) The only thing we actually found lacking was dish towels (more than 2 please) and lobster crackers and picks. The house is spacious and charming (it pains me to see the charm and New England fishing village updated away in Rockport homes). I thought there wasn’t much kitchen storage space based on the pictures so I was happy to see that the door next to the fridge was a pantry, not steps to the basement as I thought. With different family members getting together for the stay, all the room was great for "social distance"! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah B. 2 Oct 2020 #### Make-A-Wish Stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The family said they had a wonderful time, and did not want to leave! ##### Sarah B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike & Sandra L. 1 Aug 2020 #### Eat Beach Sleep Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: AVH provides us with a dream vacation. We had early access to a quintessential New England seaside cottage. Decor was artistically pleasing lacking nothing in creature comforts. Very clean ##### Mike & Sandra L. ---