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Luxury Accommodations in Quiet Seaside Village

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The main living area
Notice the high ceilings..bright and sunny!
Living area
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gloucester, MA
  • Cape Ann
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Good Harbor Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Wingaersheek Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Accommodations in Quiet Seaside Village

The Loft at Lane's Cove is a top floor, front to back unit with separate Queen bedroom and bath. Exposed high wood ceilings, skylight and wall of sliding glass doors keeps this unit bright and open while imparting a truly relaxing feeling. All walls are freshly painted in muted coastal colors and most of the furnishings are new 2013. The Loft has a European-style air conditioning wall unit, a ceiling fan in the bedroom and one in the living room. Recent 2022/2023 renovations include a new bathroom, new deck and deck furniture and new Nectar Queen mattress!!

Newly refinished beautiful hardwood floors throughout with tile in the kitchen and eating area. Enjoy dinner for two with views of the cove or relax with cocktails on the private balcony while watching the activity of the Lanes Cove.

A full kitchen offers a complete array of Calphalon pots, pans, casserole dishes, pasta/lobster pots and cooking utensils. With plenty of storage for food, the kitchen also includes a dishwasher, oven/cooktop, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, mini food processor and Brita water pitcher.

Tastefully decorated with coastal furniture, Pottery Barn linens and Claire Murray rugs. Flat screen TV (wall hung), DVD player, high speed internet, landline and stereo also included.

Apartment comes with a great supply of sundries, including paper towels, TP, garbage bags, aluminum foil, saran wrap, baggies, coffee filters, EVOU, vinegar, S&P, etc. and other necessary items. Ask us for a complete list!

Unit has two private entrances on side of building through privacy gate. Inside entrance has wood landing and carpeted stairs. Outside back staircase leads down to first floor owner's deck as a second egress. Beach chairs, beach umbrella and cooler are also available for your use.

The Loft at Lane's Cove is located on the top floor of what was once the old Lanesville 'Engine House', in the heart of the Village. The first floor of the building has been a restaurant, antique store and a private residence. It is now the owner's private office space, used only during the week. The top floor unit remains quiet and private.

Step out your door into the morning sunshine and grab a cup of coffee, pastry(or lunch) and newspaper at Cove Cafe three doors down. The post office, Prana Salon and the Lanesville Package Store, which offers a great selection of wine,
beer and other food items, like gourmet marinated steak tips, round out the rest of Washington Street.

Ample street parking, usually right in front, makes access to unit easy. The CATA bus stops in front of the post office making travel around Cape Ann easy and effortless.

The Loft at Lane's Cove is your destination for a fun-filled romantic getaway…easy living on the Cove.

Property manager

Diane Pappas
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Ask about infants, not for toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0234711070

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gloucester

Gloucester is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Good Harbor Beach and Wingaersheek Beach. Maritime Gloucester and Schooner Adventure are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gloucester, MA

What's nearby

  • Halibut Point State Park - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Shalin Liu Performance Center - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Cape Ann - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Good Harbor Beach - 16 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 22 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 7 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪George's Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Long Beach Dairy Maid - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fish Shack Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Accommodations in Quiet Seaside Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Accommodations in Quiet Seaside Village?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Accommodations in Quiet Seaside Village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Accommodations in Quiet Seaside Village located?

Situated in Gloucester, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Plum Cove Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Halibut Point State Park and Halibut Point Reservation. Paper House and Back Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 120 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We enjoyed staying here. It was perfect for 2 people. We really enjoyed the convenience of the location, particularly to the wonderful cafe a few doors down!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Cute and Comfortable
Enjoyed our time there, easy jumping off point to explore local area and towns nearby. My only very minor issues are that the property pictures should be updated to reflect the current situation. The picture on the back deck leaves the impression you can see the ocean, you cannot, sadly the tree has grown enough to block that view. The other is that wine is part of your welcoming. We had none. Minor issues certainly, otherwise great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice!!!
Came here to celebrate my sister’s 60 th b day! Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laneville
Quiet and comfortable apartment. Well furnished stocked with everything you could need. Great location… walk to plum cove for a swim and lanes cove for sunsets. A package store for some food items as well as liquor and a bakery a few steps from apartment. We really enjoyed our stay here
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Gloucester Stay
Beautiful place, Excellent for two people. Far enough from Gloucester center to be away from the hubbub. Is on a bus line, and taxi service is available, so that you may enjoy Gloucester without having to worry about parking. There is a small cafe that makes incredible sandwiches, pastry, coffee and breakfasts which is a local favorite. A liquor store is also within a minute walk away. There is a local beach that is within a five-minute walk, and as a bonus there are beautiful sunsets to be seen at the beach. The Vrbo has air conditioning but may not be necessary as a nice breeze can be felt if the screened door on the balcony is left open. We loved this place and will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot in Lanesville
We loved the beautiful little Loft Everything was well thought out to maximize use of this small unit. It was conveniently located close to the Cove Cafe where we picked up breakfast pastries and delicious sandwiches for our beach picnics at Plum Cove, Wingaersheek and Long Beach. The Lanesville Package Store was an easy walk to pick up snacks and wine. Walking down the hill to Lanes Cove was wonderful for sunsets and brought back many memories of time spent there during my early summers. This one is a keeper!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place
This is our 3rd time staying at The Loft. We love it… great location and easy space to live in. We’ll be back! Diane was totally available with answers to questions and accommodating our needs. We loved walking rain to the Harbor for sunsets and kayaking. The quarry is close for a serene place to swim and the best beach is only 15minutes. Couldn’t be better!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape Anne
Very goos rental as advertised
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect couple retreat
I grew up in central Ma and live in RI now. I have been all over MA for weekend stays but never made it to the North Shore. This was my favorite vacation by far. The loft was in a great location - a five minute walk to a lovely resident only beach where we spent an afternoon and then stopped again at sunset to see the most beautiful sunset I have seen in ages. The actual accommodations were wonderful. Clean, comfortable and in a very safe area. Dianne the host was great and offered a suggestion for dinner at Tonno which was some of the best seafood we have ever had. We loved the loft and we will definitely be back to visit!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute…Clean….Cozy
Love this little gem! Clean, cozy, and quiet location. The bed was so comfy too! Glouster has many wonderful restaurants as mentioned in the binder in the loft. We took the recommendations and visited many. They all were very good! Everyone is so friendly in this town. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a couple — great base to explore area
We really enjoyed our stay at the Loft. The unit itself was very comfortable and felt like a well-appointed tree house with its view over the trees out back. Parking was very easy and Diana was very responsive whenever we communicated. We found everything we needed and really enjoyed exploring the area from Gloucester to Rockport and Manchester. We hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape Ann
We enjoyed exploring the Cape Ann area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Quiet neighborhood close to coffee house lots of places to visit. Clean and comfortable loft.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant location
This was the first time I renting a property through vrbo so I was pleased with the experience. I hadn’t stayed in this part of Gloucester before but it was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at The Loft
We just spent three weeks in Gloucester, staying at the Loft. The apartment was beautifully decorated, comfortable, and clean. Diane was very accommodating and accessible. We were a little disappointed that the Loft was located so far from the Harbor area but the description was not misleading. We enjoyed walking to Plum Cove Beach with our family.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best ever!
We love the location, the accessibility to inlet, quarry swimming, easy drive to Good Harbor beach, Latoff’s bakery for the best pies and blueberry muffins, great sunsets. What could be better??!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love visiting our 'one week' summer home..
This was our fifth visit to 'The Loft' and we consider it our home away from home. Diane does a wonderful job creating a warm and caring environment. Additionally, 'The Loft' location is perfect for visiting Gloucester and Rockport.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute getaway
Very cute and clean. Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway
My wife and I spent five nights at Diane's home. Everything was wonderful from the time we walked into her home, until the time we left. All the necessities were there, making her home very welcoming. When we return to Gloucester, we will definitely stay at Diane's home again. One suggestion is that the beautiful lake behind your home is hidden by a large tree (I think on your property). If it was trimmed back, the view would be spectacular. Thank you, Diane. Jeff and Dilyse
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Spot
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Lanesville. The apartment was beautiful, clean, updated and very comfortable. Diane was responsive and all details were handled easily. Everything one could need was available to us. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with easy access to ocean and beaches and hiking all over Cape Ann
Great location Lovely neighborhood Plenty of hiking, swimming, biking from unit
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous flat
just as advertised. very clean. so much light. Loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn O. O., Buffalo ,WY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great stay...
very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Diane Pappas

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My brother Robbie and I (Diane) purchased 1072 Washington Street in May 2013, because we wanted to own a piece of beautiful Lanesville. I moved here not too long before from Sudbury, MA and knew that my brother would love this area too. I was really trying to get him to move up here from Long Island, and when that didn't work, I suggested we buy a piece of property together (just to give him yet another reason to come visit me). I live up the street in Lanesville with my husband, Paul, and my two girls. Paul and I take care of the property and make sure that our guests are well taken care of.

We can't say enough about Lanesville. We love it here and even though it seems like we are at the end of the world, there is no place we would rather be…especially in the summer.

There is so much to do around here that we are never bored, and neither are the kids - and that says a lot! The best thing about Lanesville is that you can spend the whole day within walking distance of your home and at the end of the day, feel like you were on an amazing adventure.

We especially love enjoying a bottle of wine while watching the sun set at Plum Cove Beach. Many nights we will walk down to the cove too, along with many of our neighbors, just to sit on the rocks, watch the waves and boats pass by and reflect on the awesomeness of the area. We feel so lucky to be a part of this town.

Why they chose this property

Buying this property was really just a whim of mine, but once I saw the inside and the views from both floors, I knew it would be an amazing property to own.

I called my brother right after the showing and told him I wanted to make an offer, like right now. He said ok. Mind you, he is my older brother, I'm just the little sister that always followed him around, but some reason he had faith in me and trusted my judgement.

There was already another offer on the table, but I wrote a little personal story along with the offer and that sealed the deal. We were proud owners of the little red fire house. I now had a place for my office in the back of the first floor and my dream of owning a rental property had come true. I have a future dream of opening up a small retail store in the front, but first things first.

Come stay with us every year and be a part of the dream.

What makes this property unique

The best thing about staying at The Loft at Lane's Cove is the feeling of community. Our neighbors are amazing and everyone is friendly and down to earth. The convenience to everything on Cape Ann makes this a wonderful location for your vacation. Be prepared to fall in love with Lanesville, and with The Loft!

As one of the signs say upon entering Lanesville… 'Caution - Beautiful Dreams Ahead'.

Languages:

English

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