Cottage with Direct Water Access!

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 477 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Ipswich, MA

Crane Beach16 min drive
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate18 min drive
Plum Island Beach43 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)52 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Enjoy amazing SUNSETS overlooking the tidal Eagle Hill River and Plum Island Sound from this fully furnished cottage with its post and beam ceilings and quaint decor. Enjoy cocktails and nature on the deck or walk down to the water and jump in a kayak or swim directly from the yard! The deck provides a front row seat to the beautiful white cranes migrating to and from their evening roosting spot, enormous Osprey fishing or an array of water birds foraging at low tide. Experience all that beautiful Ipswich has to offer, including access to Clark Beach through your membership to the Association of Great Neck. Discover the history and elegance of the Crane Estate, it's gardens, events and conservation trails; then picnic at our sprawling Crane Beach! Shop at local farms and enjoy fresh New England seafood at our award winning restaurants! Explore the waterways by boat, kayak or paddle board! Observe a natural paradise from the deck or bird watch from the comfort of the living room or master bedroom. The water views are captivating and ever changing with the tides and seasons.

Property manager

Denise Mootafian

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Relax on your porch and enjoy 180 degree views of the beach, ocean and sunsets

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please use caution with water access.

Events

No events allowed

The cottage is not equipped for large gatherings.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Maximum of 2 Dogs only

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No large gatherings/parties allowed.

Signed Kayak waivers are required for use

Number of guests must be disclosed and approved

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Note from host: The cottage is not equipped for large gatherings.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number C0098141440

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ipswich

This cottage is located in Great Neck, a neighbourhood in Ipswich, and is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Water Park of New England is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wingaersheek Beach and Cape Ann. Travelling with kids? Consider Appleton Farms Grass Rides and Essex Shipbuilding Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ipswich, MA

What's nearby

Steep Hill Beach - 6 min drive
Crane Beach - 16 min drive
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate - 18 min drive
Wingaersheek Beach - 27 min drive
Plum Island Beach - 43 min drive

Getting around

Ipswich Station - 5 min drive
Rowley Station - 14 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

True North Ale Company - 6 min drive
Dunkin' - 5 min drive
Clam Box of Ipswich - 8 min drive
Hart House 1640 - 6 min drive
El Tapatio - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage with Direct Water Access! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cottage with Direct Water Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage with Direct Water Access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage with Direct Water Access! located?

This family-friendly Ipswich cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Ipswich River and Greenwood Farm. Clark Beach and Ipswich Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Corey R.

4 Nov 2023

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

Fantastic cottage on the water

This is such a cute and quaint property in a beautiful location! It was so relaxing to enjoy morning coffee on the back deck while watching the wide variety of birds coming and going. No one wanted to leave, including the dogs :) I would definitely recommend this place over and over! Thank you Denise!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenn W.

30 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful cozy cottage in fantastic location

We loved staying in this delightfully cozy cottage in a beautiful location on the sound. We loved the personality of the home, which was comfortable and clean -- perfect for us to relax and enjoy our visit. We also enjoyed the gorgeous location -- what incredible views over the water and access to fantastic local beaches. It was also a perfect place for day trips to explore so many great sites along the coast. The host was responsive and we had everything we needed for our visit. We'd love to return!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

17 Oct 2023

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

Ipswich Cottage

Lovely, bright and cheery cottage on the water with the absolute best sunsets. Wonderful to sit on the deck and enjoy the beautiful view or venture out to enjoy the multitudes of activities in the surrounding area. The owner Denise was communicative and informative and we would absolutely book this property again!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

anna t.

5 Oct 2023

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

Beautiful cottage

My husband and i along with our dog Max have traveled from Wisconsin. The cottage was very clean and beautiful! We truly enjoyed our stay at Moot Point and if we travel that way again, we wilo definitely be staying there! Thank you for making our trip perfect!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

1 Oct 2023

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

This cabin's a keeper!

We just loved this cottage! We arrived in time for our first great sunset and woke up to low tide and accompanying wildlife show the next morning. My husband is an avid birder and he was in seventh heaven. A pair of deer spent several nights sleeping just over our wall on the lawn next door. They didn't seem bothered by the two dogs we had with us, and we enjoyed observing them as well. The beds were so comfy as was the overstuffed living room furniture we got to enjoy a it rained for the greater part of our stay. The kitchen was well stocked with pantry items, coffee, pots and pans, but bring any spices you may need beyond salt, pepper and garlic salt, LOL. Cape Ann has so much to offer. We look forward to staying in this cabin again next year!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Denise Mootafian

My husband and I purchased this wonderful cottage on Great Neck in Ipswich in 2015 and we have been residents of Ipswich for more than 26 years! In fact, you will be right around the corner from our neighborhood when you go to Marini Farm for fresh produce and baked goods. We are very involved in our community with my Windhill Real Estate business and my husband, Nishan, having been a town selectman for the past several years. We are always nearby should you need anything...

Why they chose this property

This home was previously owned by a local Ipswich family who enjoyed it for over 30 years with their friends and family. It was originally called "Windswept" because the former family thought that the breezes sounded and felt lovely. They also playfully named the stairway access to the water "Runway to the Ocean". Nishan and I enjoyed hearing their stories and learning of their father's journal entries about his time there. We are hoping you will add your experiences to the journal we have left for you and future vacationers!

What makes this property unique

Nishan and I were immediately captivated by the amazing view/sunsets and the abundance of wildlife when we first visited this adorable cottage. We were thrilled with the idea that we might be able to drop our kayaks in right from our own property. We could immediately see ourselves calling this our retirement home, only we are no where near retirement! Nishan and I very much look forward to the days we can spend sipping cocktails on the deck, but for now we are happy to share our vision and dream with you!