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1 Br Guest House Vacation Rental In Gloucester, Massachusetts

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Dog-Friendly, Waterfront Home with Washer and dryer & Two Decks

Type Guest house
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2
House Rules
  • Pets allowed;Dogs only. Max of 2.
  • Children allowed: ages 0-17
  • Smoking is not permitted;Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
  • No events allowed
Max Occupancy 4
Host Language English French German Italian Spanish
Property Id 2642460
Point Radio Cottage

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Perched right on Gloucester Harbor, this large, two-level studio sleeps like a one bedroom, with the entire upper floor occupied by the main suite. Downstairs, you’ll find an inviting spacious living quarters dominated by the floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors that lead onto a waterfront deck lined with stone walls and a bar-top table – making for the perfect place to overlook the breathtaking scenery with a cup of coffee or glass of wine. In the kitchen, you’ll find a full suite of stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, and all the gadgets you need to make everything from a masterpiece to a muffin. At mealtime, the adjacent dining room comfortably seats the whole family. When it’s time to head out to explore, you’re surrounded by water and beaches, as well as opportunities for hiking, biking, birdwatching, and sailing. When you return, get comfortable upstairs in your suite where you will be greeted with another, more spacious, deck that serves as a phenomenal place to sun bathe. Unwind in bed with a little TV on the flatscreen. No matter how you spent the day, it'll come to a relaxing end if you're staying at this snug waterfront getaway.

Property History:
Point Radio Cottage sits atop an imposing stone foundation laid in 1924 by the American inventor John Hays Hammond, Jr. (1888–1965). “Jack”, as he was known to his family and friends, was the son of a wealthy mining engineer and diplomat, John Hays Hammond, Sr. In his youth, Jack was mentored by Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell, who inspired him to pursue a career in scientific research. He attended the Sheffield Scientific School at Yale University, graduating in 1910. Two years later at the age of 24, he started the Hammond Radio Research Laboratory on a corner of his parents’ sprawling Gloucester estate. With his father’s money, he built a spacious lab and erected two steel broadcasting towers. Jack named his corner of the property “Point Radio.” From Point Radio, he quickly made important contributions to the fields of radio control, electronics, and naval weaponry. By the time of his death, Jack had been awarded over 400 patents.

Jack was interested not only in science and invention, but in architecture and art history. He was fascinated by European castles, having lived briefly in England as a boy. In 1920, he began transforming a modest bungalow that was part of the Hammond estate into a Tudor mansion, complete with vaulted ceilings, leaded glass windows, and half-timbered façades. On summer vacations to Europe, he purchased antique furniture and statuary which he shipped back to Gloucester to decorate his residence. His most ambitious plan called for the construction of a four-story stone castle rising directly from the sea. The blueprints, which survive today, show soaring towers, Gothic tracery, and high walls connecting the castle with the adjacent bungalow-turned-mansion.

No sooner had work begun, however, when Jack had a falling out with his parents. Secretly, Jack had married a local Gloucester woman, Irene Fenton Reynolds. Not only was Irene eight years his senior, but she had divorced her first husband to marry Jack. Jack’s parents, anxious to avoid a scandal when news of the marriage hit the newspapers, ordered him off their estate. By now, however, Jack was independently wealthy thanks to the sale of his patents to RCA. He bought a parcel of land a few miles up the road from Point Radio and almost immediately broke ground on a second, larger castle. Work on the first castle at Point Radio was abandoned, the windows and doors sealed tightly. The laboratory was dismantled and its contents moved to Jack’s new property.

After the death of John Hays Hammond, Sr., in 1936, the Hammond estate was donated to the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston. Shortly thereafter, the unfinished castle and the bungalow-turned-mansion at Point Radio passed into private hands. By the end of the 1990s a two-story cottage had been built on the castle foundation. Today, under new ownership, Point Radio is undergoing significant historic restoration. Architectural details lost over time are being reintroduced. Archaeological studies have confirmed the location of the research laboratory.

Jack left Point Radio in 1928, never to return. He called his new, grander home Abbadia Mare—Abbey by the Sea. Today it is known as Hammond Castle. A museum open to the public, Hammond Castle receives thousands of visitors every year. But to visit Point Radio you must book a stay at Point Radio Cottage!
Things to Know:
Free high-speed internet
Streaming with guest accounts
Dog-friendly
Beach chairs and towels available

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Located in Gloucester, this guesthouse is on the beach. Ravenswood Park and Mount Ann Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Maritime Gloucester and Essex Shipbuilding Museum. Long Hill and Dogs by Design & Cats Too are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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    Policy

    Pet policy

    • Note from host: dogs only. max of 2.
    • Pets allowed
    • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

    Check out time

    • 10:00 AM

    Check in policy

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21

    Payment policy

    • Localcurrency: USD

    Check out policy

    • Check-out before 10:00 am

    Check in start time

    • 4:00 PM

    Check in instructions

    • You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Special instructions

    • 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
    • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    • Property registration number c0339021070
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • 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

    Children and extra bed policy

      • Children are welcome.
    Amenities

    Room amenities

    • More:
      • Dryer
    • Bedroom:
      • Bed sheets
      • Heating
    • Bathroom:
      • Hair dryer
      • Towels
    • Entertainment:
      • TV
    • Outdoor Space:
      • Balcony
    • Food And Drink:
      • Coffee/tea maker
      • Cookware/dishes/utensils
      • Dining room
      • Dishwasher
      • Kitchen
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Refrigerator
      • Spices
      • Stovetop
      • Toaster

    Popular amenities

    • Balcony
    • Dryer
    • Free parking
    • Heater
    • Kitchen
    • Living area
    • Microwave
    • No smoking
    • Outdoor space
    • Patio
    • Tv
    • Washer

    Property amenities

    • More:
      • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
      • Smoke-free property
    • Outdoor:
      • Beachfront location
      • Garden
    • Internet:
      • Available in all rooms: internet access
      • Available in some public areas: internet access
    • Langs Spoken:
      • English
      • French
      • German
      • Italian
      • Spanish
    • Family Friendly:
      • Kitchen
      • Microwave
      • Refrigerator
      • Separate dining area
      • Separate living room
    • Activities Nearby:
      • Beach access
      • Birdwatching
      • Cycling
      • Ecotours
      • Fishing
      • Horse riding
      • Jet skiing
      • Kayaking
      • Motor boating
      • Parasailing
      • Sailing
      • Scuba diving
      • Snorkeling
      • Surfing/body boarding
      • Swimming
      • Water skiing
      • Water tubing
      • Whale watching
      • Wildlife and game walks
      • Windsurfing
 

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