Title: Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6350&destination=Rockport%2C+Massachusetts%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=45152362&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly ## Photo gallery for Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly ![Terrace/patio - Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly (Rockport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45160000/45152400/45152362/21bf81e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach - Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly (Rockport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45160000/45152400/45152362/722c3e89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly (Rockport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45160000/45152400/45152362/63825803.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly (Rockport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45160000/45152400/45152362/7e3cc476.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly (Rockport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45160000/45152400/45152362/56c39878.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In Rockport’s desirable 'The Avenues' area, Andrews Point Ocean Home offers a spacious retreat for your next family or group getaway. Unwind in the furnished sunroom with ocean views, cozy up by one of two river rock fireplaces, and enjoy al fresco dining on the slate patio at the water's edge. Explore nearby beaches like Back Beach and Front Beach. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly Andrews Point Ocean Home Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' This historic waterfront home offers a spectacular setting for your next extended family vacation or group getaway. Located at the northern end of Rockport in the highly desirable neighborhood known as “The Avenues,” this spacious two-story retreat combines classic New England character with sweeping ocean views. Inside, you'll find several inviting gathering spaces, including a bright sunroom with ocean views and comfortable living areas throughout the home. Beautiful decorative stone fireplaces add distinctive architectural character and historic charm. A well-equipped full kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals for the whole group, while the generous layout provides plenty of space to relax and reconnect. Outside, the expansive grassy backyard meets the shoreline, where a slate patio at the water’s edge offers a perfect place to enjoy the coastal scenery. What’s nearby: Kayakers and confident swimmers can access the water directly from the backyard, with additional launching spots just down the street. The historic Atlantic Path, located directly in front of the home, provides a scenic coastal walk past Sea Rocks and toward Cathedral Avenue. The charming seaside town of Rockport is just three miles away, offering restaurants, shops, galleries, museums, and performances at the Shalin Liu Performance Center. Back Beach, Front Beach, and Old Garden Beach are all within four miles for easy beach days. Things to know: The fireplaces are non-operational Free WiFi Full kitchen Gas grill A crib, high chair, Pack-N-Play, changing table, and booster seat are all provided The family dogs are welcome to join you here Front door access ramp for guests with limited mobility If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles. Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors! Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - 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 - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Ice skating nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks 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 ### General - Garden ## 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 - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 1,532 reviews £95 includes taxes & fees 9 Apr - 10 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=2803719&PinnedHotelID=2803719&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107590000/107582100/107582001/8aa5f4b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Rockport House Rockport - 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21 ### 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 ### Rules For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ## 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 and a first aid kit 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 C0140702520 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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 30661 ## About the area Located in Rockport, this holiday home is on the beach. Halibut Point State Park and Thatcher Island National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester. Travelling with kids? Consider Rocky Neck Art Colony and Essex Shipbuilding Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. [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%7C42.68633%2C-70.62098&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EF2KqXtVrsLMK2AcU9aV_rXJsxM=) Rockport, MA ### What's nearby - ![Halibut Point State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532667419/7cfed5c4-72c9-4d3d-8fe4-f8b26e2ce31c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Halibut Point State Park 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Motif No 1](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 7 min drive \- 3.3 miles - ![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 8 min drive \- 4.5 miles - ![Wingaersheek Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532667334/0c8189b9-5f38-4470-ad61-7601a805af27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wingaersheek Beach 21 min drive \- 12.2 miles - Encore Boston Harbor 54 min drive \- 42.2 miles ### Getting around - Rockport Station 9 min drive - Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) 37 min drive ### Restaurants - Common Crow Natural Market 8 min drive - Brothers Brew 6 min drive - Talise 10 min drive - Sea Breeze Liquors 10 min drive - Surfside Subs 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly? ### What time is check-out at Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly? ### Where is Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Historic waterfront home w/ a sun room, ocean views, dog-friendly Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 34 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 11 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 2 ### 7.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin B. 11 Nov 2024 #### Rockport weekend getaway Perfect for large groups. The view and location are very special. And the home is charming and historic. Love this place! ##### Kristin B. Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Eyla J. 7 Sept 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Loved the views and the space for a big family ##### Eyla J. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### SEAGLASS S. 6 Nov 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Oceanside Beauty Location is perfect and views are amazing!!! ##### SEAGLASS S. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia M. 28 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation We all absolutely loved this home. It was the coziest place we have ever stayed. And the location and view were unbelievable, being right on the coast. We read the reviews ahead of time and knew it was an older home, which added to the charm for us. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Julia M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne M. 25 Aug 2024 #### Did not want to leave. Amazing location. The house is as pictured and described and very clean. ##### Anne M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 From a partner site ### 6/10 Okay #### Susan H. 23 Aug 2024 #### Great location View can’t be beat. Older slightly worn house that needs some attention ##### Susan H. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Rick A. 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Andrews Point The location and old house is all about the feeling of place. I am an artist that used to live in the srea. ##### Rick A. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024 From a partner site ### 6/10 Okay #### Gail F. 7 Oct 2023 #### Beautiful Location! Beautiful location on the ocean. Very large rooms accommodate large groups comfortably. Has everything vacationers need. Comfortable beds. Tons of things to do. ##### Gail F. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn w. 6 Nov 2023 #### Great old manor on the edge of the ocean Beautiful home, great location, comfy beds. It does need a bit of repair, but had that old gramma's home feeling to it. Was perfect for our group ##### Dawn w. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassie K. 27 Apr 2024 #### Relaxed home with a great view. We loved the feel of the house. Felt like we were visiting a family beach home. The view was amazing and the sun room was a great place to hang out. The neighborhood was lovely and the kids enjoyed the nearby mountain biking trails. Would definitely return! ##### Cassie K. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith L. 11 Nov 2024 #### Breathtaking views Watching the sunrise from the dining room or sunroom sipping your coffee was an awesome breathtaking experience. We were in town for a family wedding and truly appreciated finding a home that accommodated a large group , plenty of seating … we were able to all sit in the dining room and even made a puzzle during our stay. We enjoyed the character of this older home . ##### Judith L. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cristina V. 31 Mar 2024 #### A dream came true This house has a spiritual feeling, beautiful relaxing state of mind when you stay there. The crashing waves onto the backyard rocks are priceless the serenity and the beauty of the sorrounding is a dream come true. I highly reccomand this place for the one who love a unique, quite and romantic vacation. ##### Cristina V. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberley B. 31 Oct 2024 #### Amazing view! The house is roomy, well stocked, has plenty of seating for dinners and get togethers. The three and a half bathrooms are a plus! . But that view of the ocean! That makes everything else seem pale in comparison. You literally walk out of the back door and see the most spectacular site! Rocky beach and ocean just right there. The owner is gracious and accommodating. We will definitely be back! ##### Kimberley B. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 From a partner site ### 6/10 Okay #### Jill F. 19 Jun 2024 #### Rockport oceanfront historic home Lots of charm and the family loved it. You can’t beat the view! But the house itself and all of the furnishings are completely outdated and in need of a major upgrade. Floors are so slanted it’s disorienting. But it’s full of charm and worked for us for a weekend family wedding. I’d pick a different house that has been modernized next time. ##### Jill F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Brian H. 4 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rockport family weekend A long family weekend with the kids, grandkids and dogs. This is a big, old, house with plenty of room for everyone. The sun porch was a great gathering and craft area for everyone. Right on the ocean with direct access. The kids had plenty of places to explore. If you are looking for a new shiny house, look somewhere else This place has a lot of age, wear and tear. The internet does not work and has been reported before. Several people that had to work remote were not happy about it ##### Brian H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### Teri B. 30 Sept 2023 #### Girls trip The view of the ocean was SPECTACULAR! Plenty of space to wander. Built in 1881, it has weathered rustic bones. It is not a Ritz Hilton, so if thats what you like, this is not for you. Yes, it could use some spurcing up, maybe a coat of paint here and there, some new chairs. Would not recommend for those with allergies. Sitting on the sun porch with the ocean a stones throw away.....priceless. ##### Teri B. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise F. 7 Oct 2023 #### Love this home We have stayed here several times over the last 3 years, and this was the best condition the house has been in so far- clean, mattresses and pillows upgraded, and if your looking for high end furniture and appliances, and a home that is fashionably decorated, this is not the place for you. We love it for its charm, space and coziness, but primarily for the location- IT CANNOT BE BEAT!! We sit out in chairs on the sea wall all day and night! We brought our Solo stove and had bonfires all day and night! Even cooked our breakfast on the stove, at ocean’s edge… This house has single handedly got me and my family through the pandemic and now out of it- it is a gem. And the sunrises are almost spiritual ❤️ ##### Denise F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita J. 3 Apr 2024 #### Oldie but goodie House was large with comfortable seating. Dining room held all 10 of us comfortably. Sun room was beautiful with incredible views of sunrises. Beds were comfortable, bathrooms were clean. Kitchen was fully stocked with everything to cook with including a blender. 2 There were two refridgerators, one made ice. House is older, needs some attention to spackle and wallpaper. Nice and cozy warm even in March. Large back yard. Rock beach which was pretty cool for the kids to climb around on. Quiet neighborhood. Would revisit at another time. ##### Anita J. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherie T. 25 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just WOW!!! What a RELAXING time we had with the best views I could ever have imagined. The sun rose every morning and woke us up with a magnificent array of colors! “We moved our bed over to the windows” so we could lay and hear the splashing of the water on the rocks all night! Home is huge. Filled with a sense of the owners still there!! Memories of their life are in every corner! I personally love the old feel and layout. It was a dream for us! We planted a mum for a splash of color and added some pumpkins for future guests!! Is it new? No!!! Thank God for that! The old CHARM oozes in every window and I am grateful to have been a guest!!! Sherie from Michigan!! ##### Sherie T. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### Christopher R. 1 Sept 2024 #### Beautiful spot; home needs updating. We had a great week, the yard, beach and ocean are amazing. The sunroom, with the exception of at least one broken chair, is a lovely place to sit and take in the view. I was there with my 3 20-something year old kids so the outdated decor wasn’t totally off-putting but the house could use some TLC: wallpaper peeling, old chairs, old fridge. We were surprised to find that the ocean-front, beachfront house had no access to a swimming beach. That should be posted clearly in the rental information. WiFi needs to be upgraded. All of that to say, we were close enough to drive into Rockport and Gloucester and we took some nice walks. Quiet neighborhood, very private. Vacasa staff was very helpful when we ran out of propane. They brought us a new tank the next day and cleaned the grill. Very helpful! ##### Christopher R. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Claire S. 12 Sept 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mixed experience, recommend reading reviews before booking Previous reviews, positive and negative, were both pretty accurate to our experience. Overall, we had a great stay. I do not think we would return, though. The good: fantastic location, gorgeous yard, lots of space, beds were comfortable, the house had clearly been recently superficially cleaned (carpets vacuumed, stove cleaned). The bed linen and towels were all pristine. The bad: as others state, the house is old and worn; wallpaper is peeling, there are water stains on ceilings, etc. We expected this and found it mostly charming. But we were uncomfortable with non-superficial lack of cleanliness in the setting of having kids there-- there were huge cobwebs/dust bunnies in every (nonworking, open) fireplace, years-old bags of white powder (pesticides?) on bookcases, visible mold on more than half of the couch cushions. Overall I would just read the reviews and know yourself-- if you are non-fussy adults, this place will probably be amazing for you. The location can't be beat and it's highly functional. But if you like clean spaces and/or have kids who like to play/explore all of the corners, you should skip it. I don't think we would book this again unless we were prepared to start the vacation by doing some cleaning/prep ourselves, bring clean throw blankets to put over the couches, etc. ##### Claire S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy E. 4 Sept 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful ocean views and charming home I think several of the reviews that describe this as staying at grandma's house -- if your grandma lived on the ocean -- give you a good feel for the place. We happen to love the vintage feel, but it is not for all. It is magnificent for its location on the ocean with waves crashing, lovely neighborhood, great to walk dogs. The house is roomy and charming, but you must enjoy older homes vs something that is new. My family loved the charm, the space, lots of bathrooms, and the ability to bring our 3 dogs. I will trade that ocean frontage and charm any day vs someplace that's newer/cleaner. That said, I would suggest to the owner(s) that short-term, the furniture in the living room be replaced with a comfortable couch and chairs, as some of what is there is unusable and all of it is less than comfortable. We lived on the sun porch for the most part anyway though, but would have liked a more comfy spot for occasional TV watching. The house definitely needs TLC, and really much more than that before it runs into trouble (my boyfriend is a carpenter/contractor). That all takes a substantial investment though. I am just happy that the owner(s) offered the home to us to stay in and hope that we may be able to stay there again. We had a fantastic time there and would love to return someday. ##### Wendy E. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Deborah S. 16 Aug 2023 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Great location; terrible house Beautiful view and sounds of the ocean on a quiet street. I Read the reviews prior to paying. I was very concerned about committing because there were many bad reviews, but everyone said the view and location of the house was excellent. Whenever there was a negative review, the response was exactly the same. I decided to call Vacasa ahead of time to get assurances that the complaints people had were addressed. I was assured that the house was in good order and that no problems were present. This was not the case! When we first arrived, the house seemed cleaned however there were old tissues under the furniture pillows. The old broken blinds were dusty. We mostly hung out on the porch looking out at the water. After hanging out for a day 2 of our guests started having asthma attacks. Upon looking at the cushions we discovered black mold. We called Vacasa and they said they would take care of replacing the pillows and “make it right for us,” but they didn’t do anything. Instead, I spent hours on the phone with them wasting my precious vacation time. There is old linoleum slanted and torn floors, wallpaper falling apart, and old and dirty furniture, Lastly, while there is wifi it is only limited to one room. If you want to have video or streaming the wifi isn’t strong enough. Some of our guests were planning to work remotely, however, because the wifi didn’t work they had to leave early. Very disappointing! I wish I could leave photos to show how dumpy this place is. ##### Deborah S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice P. 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness The view is amazing and the house charming and full of history, although it could use some updates. The listing described a beach nearby but there was none. The management company is very responsive and the arrival and departure Process was very easy & professional. ##### Janice P. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Nick G. 27 Aug 2025 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness The house is old in a quaint way, and the location is incomparable with an amazing view of the ocean and rocks to explore. The problem is that the house and furnishings are extremely dirty and showing wear and tear. It needs a new furnishings, a deep clean, and some improvements, even if a major overhaul is not done. ##### Nick G. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025 ---