Family-friendly holiday rentals in Essex

Victorian Near Beaches, 2nd Floor of 2 Family Home

Great location for visiting Boston and the Northshore of MA. Close to Endicott & Gordon Colleges. Very safe residential neighborhood, only a short walk to 3 beaches, seaside park, quick market, steps to coffee shop. 4 miles from downtown Salem, MA, USA. Close to commuter rail inbound to Boston or out to Rockport/Gloucester. Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, fully equipped kitchen, dining rm, living rm, attic loft with platform bed, W/D, front porch for relaxing with private entrance & parking.

Live Like a Local, Just Steps From The Beach

Beautiful and private 2 bedroom suite, located on the upper floor of stylish 19th century beach house. Steps (literally steps) from Plum Cove Beach and Lanes Cove you'll have choices of where to swim or watch the sunset over the water. Guests will have the entire 2nd floor, with a private entrance and is western facing for beautiful sunset views. Located within a 15 minute drive to downtown Rockport, Gloucester, Wingaersheek and Good Harbor Beaches. 30 minutes from Salem for Halloween fun!

Lake View New England Cottage in Hamilton, MA

The Cottage is in rural Hamilton on the North Shore, just 40 mins from Boston. The property is set in grounds beside Lake Chebacco, with lovely waterfront views of the lake. The Cottage is a tranquil retreat, just a few minutes drive away from Cranes Beach, Ipswich, Cape Ann and many beaches and walking trails. Both Gordon College and Gordon Conwell are under 10 minutes drive away. Popular Salem is just 20 minutes drive away. Off street parking for 1 car. No children <15 due to safety

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

French Flair "Pied a Terre" Cottage on the Marsh

Sunny cottage with marsh views, under 5 minute walk to town. Eat on the water in one of the many village restaurants, rent a kayak or paddle board. Go "down river" like a local! Shop the world renowned antique stores or enjoy the local beaches. There are many unique places to visit in Gloucester, Manchester, Rockport, Ipswich, Salem and of course Boston. There is a Visitor Manual for your convenience and we would be happy to answer questions that you might have.

The Salem House | First floor 2 bedroom apartment

Historic 1850 built colonial house with restored exterior and interior odes to Doric order architecture. Originally built for a leather factory owner named Thomas Looby, The Salem house is now a beautiful opportunity to visit Salem in a distinguished space. Exactly one mile from downtown with off street parking, staying here allows being away from the craziness of the city center while intimately experiencing Salem by staying in a historic colonial home.

Cozy, Large private Studio.

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. Studio with microwave, air fryer and coffee machine . NO STOVE . Queen size bed. Private entrance for your convenience. Close to downtown Danvers with very nice restaurants, coffee place, pizza place, Cvs. 2 mins to route 128 and 95. 10 mins to Salem. 9 mins to Beverly train station 35 mins from Boston. Perfect for trips around : Salem, Beverly ,Peabody, Gloucester, Newburyport, Rockport.

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.

Halibut Point State Park. Nature Lovers Retreat

"Tween Coves Cottage" lies nestled next to breathtaking Halibut Pt. State Park. A short walk along wooded paths will lead to the ocean where you can picnic by the water, explore tidal pools, and enjoy a variety of wildlife and vegetation. Distance to the center of Rockport by car is under 10 minutes/ walking is approx. 50 minutes. Distance to the railway station is approx. 5 minutes by car/ walking is approx. 40 minutes.

Entire guest suite in Stoneham

Come enjoy this quiet and comfy home in the heart of Stoneham—your perfect getaway just 20 minutes from the airport and the historic city of Boston. Conveniently located near shopping malls, restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and the natural beauty of Middlesex Fells Reservation and Stone Zoo, this peaceful retreat is designed to make your trip relaxing, enjoyable, and stress-free.

Ipswich Apartment

This apartment has a private entrance in downtown Ipswich, close to restaurants and the commuter rail for Salem and Boston. From May to September, the nearby CATA shuttle makes it easy to reach Crane Beach and the town of Essex, known for its clams and antique shops. Ipswich also offers river cruises, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Enjoy the local attractions!

It’s better to wake at the Lake 2BR guest suite

Overlooking Chebacco Lake, your rooms are downstairs in a private level. There are 2 bedroom available for use downstairs along with a big living area a coffee/tea bar and a bathroom with shower on this level. You can access to the lake for swim, kayak, canoe or if you come in the winter you can icefish, ice skate, cross country ski or snowshoe too.