Family-friendly holiday rentals in Essex

The Hideaway | Beach | Downtown | Theater

The Hideaway is a modern luxury suite located right in the center of it all. You can stroll a 1/2 mile to the beach, cozy up to the fireplace, walk downtown, catch a show at the theater, or discover Boston, Salem (2 miles away), or other quaint seaside towns. Tucked around the corner from downtown Beverly, in a quiet and historic neighborhood. This suite is located in the lower level of our home, and you’ll have your own private entrance, queen bed, fireplace, desk, fridge, and full bathroom.

Stagehill Beach House

Spectacular water views from every room! 5 min walk to the beach and Pirate Park playground. Well stocked spacious kitchen, two family rooms, 4 BRs , dining room, deck and screened-in sun porch. Happily welcomes families, wedding guests and friends to enjoy my informal, livable, light infused beach house. Located on Great Neck in historic Ipswich, 4 miles to the charming downtown and a 15 minute drive to Crane Beach. Relax and enjoy! Ping pong table, corn hole, campfire! 2 driveways!

Amazing Ocean View In-Law Apt.

Step into a breath-taking magical seaside residence with 180-degree ocean views. This private in-law apartment has a sprawling lawn, steps to the ocean, and landscaped gardens. The apartment has one queen size bed with sliding doors opening out to the lawn, a queen pullout couch, granite counter-top complete kitchen including micro and dishwasher, ping-pong table, flat screen TV, home office and bathroom/ shower. The apartment has been thoroughly cleaned and meets all covid-19 standards.

The Creaky Cauldron-Wizards and Witches Welcome!

Welcome to The Creaky Cauldron--an enchanting escape inspired by the world of witches and wizards--located in the heart of Salem! We have put a lot of love into creating a truly special and unique experience for visitors to the Witch City who love magic and Salem as much as we do. Each room has been carefully themed after a magical house or subject to give our guests an immersive experience. Each of our 7 rooms also reflects each of the 7 books in our favorite magical fantasy series.

Rocky Neck Studio/Loft, Gloucester, Mass.

Welcome 2025! 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

King size studio Cape Ann retreat

Light and airy studio with queen size bed. Day bed opens to king size if needed. Kitchen has coffee maker, toaster, induction cooktop, microwave and small fridge and freezer. Full bath. TV, with Firestick logged into hulu live is available. Bose bluetooth speaker and Super Nintendo classic game system (with 20 games) for your enjoyment during your stay. Free WiFi for guests. Towels and linens provided. Access to the apartment is through the garage and up a private staircase.

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 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.

Huge 1 Bdrm w/ 3 Queen Beds + Sleeper Sofa

Stunning carrara marble on kitchen walls, white quartz ledgewood cap both fireplaces, new hardwood kitchen floor & newly refinished hardwood in Bdrm & Lvrm, new vanity & floor tile in bathroom, newly installed washer/dryer/frig/gas stove. Huge Bedroom w/ 2 Queen Beds + Huge Living Room w/ 1 Queen Bed + 1 Fold-Down Sofa. Good Wifi/Cable TV. Great location! Off-street parking! Eat-in kitchen. Common use deck/yard w/ gas grill.