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5 minute walk to Beach, Stage Fort Park, and Gloucester Promenade!

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Property grounds
Sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

5 minute walk to Beach, Stage Fort Park, and Gloucester Promenade!

This historic home has great access to one of the best hidden gems of Gloucester, Stage Fort Park. Just a five minute walk across the street and you will be looking down through the trees at the beautiful Half Moon beach. Hike to the knoll and gasp at the amazing view of Gloucester as schooners sail by. Play tennis, bring your kids to the playground, or hike to the top of Tablet Rock. Lay at the beach or dip in the ocean at Cressy or Half Moon beach. Or walk up the hill out the front door to hike at the 60 acre nature preserve, Ravenswood Park. Order an ice cream cone or seafood from the Cupboard. Or walk back and grill in the backyard kitchen.

The Parsons at Stage Fort home is the perfect place for your family’s adventures. This home is a unique opportunity to connect with Colonial New England. The home is a wonder to explore with beams and floorboards from the 1600s. Fireplaces and a baking oven that were used as the original kitchen Early immigrants from England, connections to the Salem Witch Trials, a soldier in the Revolutionary War, and even an ice harvester (like Sven from Frozen) all lived in this house.

We provide everything you need for an unforgettable family vacation:
Tennis rackets, frisbee, lawn games.
Beach supplies: towels, caddy, chairs, umbrella and toys.
Plenty of board games to occupy all ages.
Extensive library – feel free to take and keep any book.

Parsons at Stage Fort provides many configurations for sleeping arrangements. The primary bedroom has a large king bed. The spacious 2 bed bedroom has a queen bed and full bed. The third bedroom has a twin bed. An optional fourth bedroom is the library, with closing doors and two full sofa beds. Pack-n-play crib, blow up mattress and cot are available upon request.

While you may find all the adventure you need at Stage Fort Park, there are many other amazing activities just a short drive away. Schooner sailing and whale watch boat trips, boogie boarding at Good Harbor beach or exploring tide pools at the calmer Wingaersheek beach. Bikes, paddle boards, surfboards and kayaks are all available at local rental locations. Gloucester Stage company has live plays or the beautiful Shaolin music center has concerts. Gloucester's downtown has plenty of one of a kind shops and a grand variety of restaurants, cafes and dessert locations.

Rainy day - no problem! You can visit the Hammond Castle – just a short drive to see this fascinating building and artifacts. Or visit the Cape Ann Museum with artifacts from the Revolutionary War, beautiful paintings and sculptures new and old. Go antique shopping in Essex or go to the movies at our local theater. The bottom line is that there is just SO much to see and do here on “the island.”, you may never want to leave.

We are always excited to share our recommendations for your vacation. Please do not hesitate to reach out.

Jonathan and Kelly Hudgins

Property manager

Kelly Hudgins

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows

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Policies

Check-in

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 C0475301070

About the area

Map
Gloucester, MA

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Beach - 10 min walk
  • Maritime Gloucester - 3 min drive
  • Hammond Castle - 3 min drive
  • Good Harbor Beach - 9 min drive
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 2 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Midori - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Causeway Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Oak to Ember - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Drift - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 minute walk to Beach, Stage Fort Park, and Gloucester Promenade! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 minute walk to Beach, Stage Fort Park, and Gloucester Promenade!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 minute walk to Beach, Stage Fort Park, and Gloucester Promenade!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 minute walk to Beach, Stage Fort Park, and Gloucester Promenade! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Stage Fort Park, Half Moon Beach and Fishermen's Memorial Monument. Pavilion Beach and Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church are also within 1 mile (2 km). Gloucester Station is 26 minutes by foot.

5 minute walk to Beach, Stage Fort Park, and Gloucester Promenade! Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic home away from home!
We loved our time at this beautiful, historic home. There were so many thoughtful details that made Parsons at Stage Fort extra welcoming, from the cozy sheets and bedding to the invitation to select a book from the well-stocked library to take home with us. The house is perfectly located away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Gloucester, but close enough where we could walk to key sights and attractions. I personally loved taking my morning coffee out on the covered porch. And the one day it rained was the perfect excuse to treat myself to a mini spa day in the jacuzzi. All in all, a lovely home and an even lovelier host family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous renovated family friendly house
Short walk to playground, historic park and child friendly beach. Perfect for our 6 year old twins and 5 year old sister. Modern kitchen. Have to be ok with climbing stairs to bedrooms, but no problem for us. Fenced back garden and loads of beach gear, games and books.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historical House
If you l love interesting and historical homes, this is a great place for you. We stayed a week with friends and family. The house was extremely clean and tidy with lots of unique details from the original house, like fireplaces and two old staircases, with nice modern updates in the kitchen and bathrooms. The outdoor areas and landscaping around the house was well designed and stunning; amazing outdoor kitchen. Easy walks to get to Ravenswood Park trails and park and beaches across the street (good place to watch the sunrise). Games, outdoor equipment, and beach towels were available. We spent most of our days exploring Cape Ann but this was such a nice place to return to in the evenings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOEL E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The place was incrdible my boys and i had a blast
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarja H., OakView, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Experience
This property, location and host all deserve high remarks. The house has a warm feel to it: it is a home — not just a rental property. The kitchen is modern and spacious for cooking and baking. We brought some of our own cookware, baking sheets, etc, since we did a lot of cooking and baking and we put the the kitchen and the outside grill and stow to good use! Loved them both. All around a great experience both in and around this lovely home — including enjoying the beautiful yard and views from upstairs bedrooms, and the short walk to the ocean-side park ( with a recently updated playground! ). I looked hard for a property with the “right feeling” and will for sure keep this in my saved list for future travel. The owner-host is super responsive and personable — this is so important and very different from locations managed by property management companies that make vacations feel like transactions. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michae W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
Kelly was so easy and accommodating. We were visiting with a 6yo and a. 1yo and having the pack and play there made traveling a million times easier. Location is perfect and a quick walk (even with kids!) to the park, which has a fantastic playground! Downtown is about a mile away and an easy drive or longer walk! Beds are cozy and clean, house is easy to navigate and outdoor area looked fantastic (didn’t get a chance to use it!)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Historical Gloucester/The Place to Stay
My wife, daughters and grandson all had a great time in Gloucester. The place had a feeling that you were staying in an historic fishermen’s home while enjoying all the modern conveniences such as great kitchen, outdoor barbecue, whirl pool bath. The place is right across from a large park with a playground. We told our host we had an infant with us and they bought a new crib. I wouldn’t look any further. This is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024