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Explore 430 vacation rentals in Gloucester

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Gloucester vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 220 per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 140 rentals that welcome pets

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230 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
430 of Gloucester vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Gloucester rentals

4.9 Average rating
Gloucester stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Gloucester
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Annisquam Village Bunny Cottage
This beautiful Annisquam Village cottage was renovated to the highest level of quality by two artist's. Located just 5 minutes from Lighthouse Beach, Cambridge Beach and Talise Restaurant. Bunny Cottage has beautiful gardens, is surrounded by water on 3 sides, and has peek-a-boo views of Wingaersheek Beach from the bedroom window. The house is charming, with top notch amenities, like, heated floors, air conditioning (indoor/outdoor living). Mass Dept. of Revenue Certificate Number: #C0022781070
Wonderful Rocky Neck home on Gloucester harbor
2 Bedroom with Loft, 1 Bathroom fully furnished Home on Gloucester harbor. Dead end street with 3 off street parking spots. Restaurants, local art gallery's, the beach all just a short walk away. Wake up with the sweet smell of ocean air and the sound of seagulls calling. Enjoy your breakfast with a million dollar view on the 4 season porch with 8 sliding windows overlooking the harbor. You could spend hours watching the boats go by as you read a good book with your fur baby on your lap.

Rocky Neck Studio/Loft, Gloucester, Mass.
Welcome 2026! 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

Waterfront Downtown Apartment • Walk Everywhere
Dreaming of a magical seaside getaway? Our charming eco-apartment in the Dream House awaits you! A beach lover's paradise, we're located directly on the ocean in the heart of downtown on Bearskin Neck. Watch the sunset from our amazing windows overlooking the harbor. Park the car and walk to shopping, dining, art galleries, Front Beach and Motif #1. Accessible by train and easy to get to from Boston and Salem. Make a trip to this charming New England seaside village a priority!

Historic Carriage House | Dog Friendly | Hot Tub
Our historic carriage house in Downtown Rockport has everything you need for the perfect getaway, all year long! A two-minute walk to beaches, shops, galleries, parks, and playground. A peaceful family and pet-friendly space with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay: laundry, kitchen, queen sized bed with en-suite bathroom and sun room that converts to an extra sleeping space perfect for kids. A short walk to the train for day trips to Salem, Gloucester, and Boston!

Plum Cove Cottage with king suite!
A quaint 1900's cottage Plum Cove beach is just 500 ft away! The full gourmet kitchen has granite counters and stainless steel appliances. There is also a spa shower, romantic king bedroom with maple spiral stairs and 3 skylights which provide amazing light throughout. Watch the spectacular sunsets voted one of the best in the world by National Geographic. This is the premier location to begin your exploration of Cape Ann. Beach umbrellas and chairs provided.

The Solar Powered Dogtown Cabin at Applecart Farm
Beautiful hand built very private cabin with master bedroom and large loft located deep in the woods of Cape Ann. Walking distance to down town Rockport and waterfront. Friendly miniature horses just 200 feet away that children love to visit. Applecart Farm is happy to have guests of diverse backgrounds and interests. Pets are allowed only with advanced request to ensure safety of guest and residents pets. NEM 1450 plug for EV charging.

3BR Oceanfront Condo with decks
Have fun with the whole family at our stylish oceanfront condo. Capture exquisite sunrises and sunsets off of the decks overlooking the ocean. Spend time in the spacious arcade/game room with family and friends or listen to some smooth beats using our retro record player. Walk to downtown Gloucester where you will find a number of restaurants and bars or alternatively walk to exquisite beaches or parks all available steps from your front door.

Ocean views! Welcome to Sea Breeze! Winter rates!
Sea Breeze offers a spacious, newly renovated, 4 bedroom escape, that smiles down upon Good Harbor beach. Take in the refreshing salt air breezes while enjoying the solitude of being situated at the end of a quiet cul de sac. A short 3-5 minute drive gets you into the Good Harbor parking lot or take a 20 minute walk instead. Close-by downtown Gloucester is teeming with spectacular restaurants and activities for the whole family.

Charming waterfront home. Patio, AC, Shops, Dining
Discover your dream Rockport getaway! You'll stay nestled on Bearskin Neck, in this cozy harborside condo boasting stunning views, steps from shops, beaches, & galleries. Relax on your private patio overlooking the iconic Motif #1 for your morning coffee or evening happy hour. Book now for a fun getaway, year-round! There is one bedroom upstairs and a pullout sofa downstairs that can sleep 2.

Sunny & private cottage in Lanesville Village
Sunny private 2 bedroom cottage with large garden, deck,and great Lanesville location near the ocean. Living room with large flat screen smart TV with Roku, fast internet, and lounge with pull out couch and pocket door for privacy. Now with mini-split A/C throughout and new windows in the bedrooms! Dogs under 55 lbs allowed (no more than 2 ) no cats. Yard is not fenced in.

Long Beach Suites: Steps Away From Surf!
Recently built, Long Beach Suites is ready to welcome you this summer. With peaks of Long Beach, come stay in one of our two bedroom apartment suites. Expertly built with summer visitors in mind. Long Beach Suites is just steps away from Long Beach in Rockport and only ten minutes to Good Harbor. You will be staying one of four similar apartments, photos may not be of exact unit.
Popular amenities for Gloucester family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Nana-tucket Inn

Close to Beaches, Portsmouth, Shopping + Hot Tub

HOT TUB|Downtown Rockport w/parking|Sleeps 8

Romantic Getaway w/private Jacuzzi• Fire Pit•

BC/BU - Beautifully Renovated Penthouse 3-BR/2-BA

Sanctum by the Lake

Oceanfront Pool. Close to Boston. Free Parking.

Headers’ Haven
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

3 Bedroom Apartment with parking on Bearskin Neck

2-Bedroom Ocean View Walk to Beach and Downtown

Salty Mermaid Cottage/Boat House

Hillside Ocean View 2BR with Private Beach Access

Retreat in the Trees- walk to Cape Hedge Beach

Aerie, 2 king beds, large space, AC, 2 beaches!

Large, Comfortable & Conveniently located Home

Chic Gloucester Escape~Walk 2 ShopsHarbor&Dining
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

The Murthy : Bright • Spotless • W/D

Spacious vacation unit in premium suburban town

Country Cottage in the City

Beautiful Beach Studio

Cozy Private Studio Unit w/ Laundry and Parking!

Sunset Waterfront Retreat | Private Beach, Pool &

Pool Is Open! Steps from Harbor + Walk to Old MHD

Luxury Grand Oasis | Pool · Gym · Parking · 2BR
When is the best time to visit Gloucester?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 918 | ﺩ.ﺇ 925 | ﺩ.ﺇ 918 | ﺩ.ﺇ 962 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,102 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,396 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,414 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,469 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,249 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,241 | ﺩ.ﺇ 984 | ﺩ.ﺇ 959 |
| Avg. temp | -1°C | 0°C | 4°C | 9°C | 15°C | 20°C | 23°C | 23°C | 19°C | 13°C | 7°C | 2°C |
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