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Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach.

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Gloucester

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A covered outdoor seating area with white wicker chairs and a wooden bench, overlooking a beach and greenery.
A view of a beach with a white building in the foreground and a clear sky.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a staircase leading to the upper floor.
A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a landing. A door with a light fixture is visible in the background.
A room with two beds, wooden floors, white walls, and a sloped ceiling.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathrooms254 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gloucester, MA
  • Place, Good Harbor Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Massachusetts Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Schooner Adventure
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the area

Gloucester

Seaside stay .With a stay at this East Gloucester vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Good Harbor Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Massachusetts Bay. Schooner Adventure and The Gorton Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Good Harbor Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Massachusetts Bay - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Schooner Adventure - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Niles Beach - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 14 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 10 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Lobster of Gloucester - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Seaport Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach.

Golden Sands is the quintessential turn of the century Gloucester beach "cottage." With views of Good Harbor Beach, the twin lighthouses of Rockport and the scenic Atlantic Ocean from its wrap around porch and decks, you will never want to leave this amazing beach house.

The main level includes the living room which opens to the verandah and deck, dining room, kitchen, study and half bath. The comfortable eat-in kitchen with walk-in pantry is well stocked with everything necessary to prepare meals for 12 people including a dishwasher, 5 burner gas stove, plenty of dishware, and a large capacity washer and dryer.

The second level has 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths (one with a tub & shower off the hall). Two single rooms have ocean views while the master (with twin beds) has an ensuite bathroom with tub and a door to a lovely private deck. The beds in the single bedrooms are oversized singles.

The third floor has 3 more bedrooms (with 6 single beds in total) and a full bath with a tub, as well as commanding views.

Leave your car in the driveway and walk to the beach and experience summer like you never have before! After the beach, rinse off in the outdoor shower (with hot and cold water) and relax in the shaded yard and then make a quick dinner using the natural gas Weber grill. You can even use the outdoor mini fridge for cold al fresco beverages. Golden Sands has everything you could want in a summer vacation rental.

Note: An unobtrusive caretaker has use of the garage on the property for equipment storage. He will be accessing garage at the beginning and end of the work day, for maintenance reasons.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the sea

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: 2,731 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0369551070

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
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Golden Sands at Good Harbor Across the street from the beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach. to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach. to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Good Harbor Beach and 1.9 mi (8-min drive) from Pavilion Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach. to downtown Gloucester?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Gloucester.

Golden Sands at Good Harbor: Just walk across the street to the beach. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Time

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: We loved the house and had an awesome week! Hope to come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well equipped rental

Awesome location. The view from the wrap porch was spectacular! We all spent much time there. The rental was well equipped with everything we could possibly need. We appreciated the beach towels and chairs, boogie boards, and bocce balls. There were just 2 showers for the 7 bedrooms but the owner is hoping to add another. It was not a problem for us as we made it work. House was clean and beds were comfortable. The owner made us feel very welcome as he personally contacted us to make sure everything was ok. Good Harbor beach is my new favorite on the eastern coast. 7/12 of our family braved the cold water in low tide to walk to the island. We did Cape Ann whale watching & saw 3 whales. Ate at Lobsta Land & Seaport Grill both of which were amazing. I would highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great for large groups of beach-lovers

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: We have rented Golden Sands many times over the past 7 years. It is located just steps from Good Harbor Beach, and yet it is secluded behind a screen of trees for privacy. There are enough bedrooms to host multiple families at once, with all the cooking and serving equipment you could need and more. The vibe is rustic country cottage, which is a huge plus for our family. The views are excellent--especially from the covered porch, where everybody tends to congregate in any weather. It does lack some things that might be expected for such high rent, such as updated bathrooms and air conditioning--it gets uncomfortably hot on the 3rd floor during hot spells--however, for us it is just right.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We Love the Golden Sands

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: We've been renting here for many years and each year it seems to get better. First, thanks to Newell & Kate for sharing this house with our family. Carol and the staff at AVH were great. And, as always, Bill the groundskeeper is the best and will do anything to help if you need it. We look forward to next year.
Archival

8/10 Good

Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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: It was wonderful. The caretaker was very helpful.. One small complaint was there was not enough toilet paper for 14 people and under the beds there were a lot of dust balls but it but it certainly would not keep me from coming back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Family Reunion at Gloucester

Rating Details: 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: Our stay at Golden Sands was enjoyed by our family to the full. We, 13 people, were very comfortable in the house. It was well equipped with everything we needed. The porch was fabulous. We spent most of our time there. The view was priceless and our family loved that they could walk to the beach. Gloucester and Rockport had much to offer in restaurants, gift shops and sightseeing.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Best vacation home

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: This is our 4th year renting golden sands and it is the greatest. Our family comes here together every year and it is our vacation home. The owners upgrade to make the house more inviting if that is possible. We cannot wait until next year. Once again thanks to bill the groundskeeper who always make sure all is ok.
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10/10 Excellent

Golden Sands 2014

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: Lovely. Expensive.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Another Fantastic Vacation

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: Our family loves the Golden Sands. Perfect house in the perfect location. Good Harbor Beach is just great. All year long, we look forward to going there. Kudos to Bill Brantley, who takes care of the grounds -- he a great guy who is always making sure everything's ok. And thanks to the owner, Newell, for letting our family have the best week of the year. Of course, thanks to AVH.
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10/10 Excellent

Wish we were still there!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: We had a fabulous week all around! Great house, lots of character well-equipped. Hope to go back to Golden Sands!
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10/10 Excellent

Summer week at Golden Sands: a family tradition

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: Every time we come it's better. So joyous for children, so relaxing for adults. A box of candy from the owners makes the difference between feeling like aliens on someone else's planet and feeling welcome. We love the hideouts in the bushes (pirate caves) and the audience of penguins, the lived-in feel, the hermit crabs, the view and the beach. I wish the tranquility were not shattered by the neighbors' ground crews with their mowers and weedwhackers. But you can't have everything.
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10/10 Excellent

Worlds Best Porch!

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: We absolutely loved Golden Sands. The view of the beach and the twin lighthouses from the wraparound porch is spectacular. The house is spacious and charming. We had a wonderful time!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Another Great Week in Gloucester

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: This was our third year at the Golden Sands, and we continue to love the house. Perfect location. The owner is very nice and the upgrades (eg, Weber gas grill) were appreciated. Bill, the gentleman who helps out with property maintenance, is a great guy. Enjoy dealing with Susan Rey at Atlantic Vacation Homes. Weather was not perfect, but a rainy day at the Golden Sands beats a sunny day in most other places. Our family loves the house and we hope to rent it for many years to come.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

family reunion

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: our family-reunion vacation was above all expectations!everybody had wonderful time!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: We love the Golden Sands. Have been comming to Good Harbor Beach for more than ten years and have stayed at this house for several years. Great location and the house is perfect for our family. AVH staff have been great to us. Would highly recommend. Look forward to coming back next year.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Golden Sands 2012

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: As always, we all love Golden Sands, every bit of it: the view, the outside shower, the spacious porch, the shelf full of games, the long dining tables both inside and out, the best beach on Cape Ann, all the comfortable bedrooms, and the world-class collection of penguins. My youngest granddaughter (aged 7) is making a stuffed penguin to add to the collection, and we will send it to the owners c/o AVH when she has finished her slow, uneven stitching. Golden Sands is our all-time favorite. AVH always comes through. If there is one thing I'd change, it is that last morning, when we have to pack, strip the beds, do the laundry and clean the kitchen by 10:00. It replaces the the golden haze of good times with a feeling of stress . I'd love to spend a little more money to have the cleaners come earlier, stay longer, and do more.
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10/10 Excellent

Love the Golden Sands

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Just returned from a week stay at the Golden Sands on Good Harbor Beach. We stayed in that area for years and this was the best rental we ever had. Location is great and the house is the perfect size for our family. View of the beach was great and we loved the outside deck. Atlantic Vacations Home reps were great. Only suggestion I'd make would be to put the TV in the larger reading room. Would highly recommend. We plan on returning next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Golden Sands was the most perfect place for our reunion.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: We choose Golden Sands for a reunion of eight women who attended Marguette U (1963)). We had such a wonderful time @GS. Each bedroom was charming, the living room so comfortable, the porch and beach view were awesome. The kitchen was equipped for any type cooking; the location was great for beach walks. We would all love to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Golden Sands is a winner

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: Great beach house,great location, great weather.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

I recommend this vacation rental

Rating Details: I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Golden Sands

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 view is lovely. The location is ideal for a family with several children. The rocking chairs on the porch overlooking the sea and the islands are where I want to go when I die. Are the owners penguins?
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10/10 Excellent

I recommend this vacation rental

Rating Details: I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was very clean. The property manager was more than helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

I recommend this vacation rental

Rating Details: I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was very clean. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Manager responded on 8/28/2009: Many thanks for your positive recommendation of Golden Sands. We look forward to your future visits to Cape Ann.
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10/10 Excellent

Great Beach House

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 porch overlooking the beach was a great gathering place for everyone. The sunrises were spectacular and the convenience of the location was unbeatable.
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10/10 Excellent

I recommend this vacation rental

Rating Details: I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Manager responded on 8/15/2008: Thank you for choosing Atlantic Vacation Homes and for taking the time to complete the satisfaction review. Both the staff and homeowners of AVH appreciate your feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and hope you will consider AVH in 2009!