Rockport 2-Bdrm Apt
Food Scene
Great location for clam shack on BearSkin Neck. Pricey but handy if you get hungry. Personally Jen and I prefer Farnham's or Lobstah Land for fried seafood (better value) especially if you are eating a full meal.
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Top Dog
2 Doyle Cove RdGreat location for clam shack on BearSkin Neck. Pricey but handy if you get hungry. Personally Jen and I prefer Farnham's or Lobstah Land for fried seafood (better value) especially if you are eating a full meal.
Locals flock to the Causeway for excellent food ... great prices ... huge portions ... don't even think of ordering appetizers unless you have enormous appetites (really). My personal fav is Baked Haddock dropped on top of Caesar. But everything is really good. BYOB. If you ask to sit at the bar, you can cut your wait time in half. Bring a healthy appetite & be prepared to wait a half hour on nice summer day/night.
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Causeway Restaurant
78 Essex AveLocals flock to the Causeway for excellent food ... great prices ... huge portions ... don't even think of ordering appetizers unless you have enormous appetites (really). My personal fav is Baked Haddock dropped on top of Caesar. But everything is really good. BYOB. If you ask to sit at the bar, you can cut your wait time in half. Bring a healthy appetite & be prepared to wait a half hour on nice summer day/night.
Coffee shop on Bearskin Neck. Open year around. Local fav spots for sitting down with a cup of coffee or tea. GREAT VIEW OF ROCKPORT HARBOR!!! Pastries, wraps & salads. Great place to sit down with laptop to check email. Most reliable year round location for actually being open!!! (978) 546-7500.
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Bean & Leaf Cafe
12 Bearskin NeckCoffee shop on Bearskin Neck. Open year around. Local fav spots for sitting down with a cup of coffee or tea. GREAT VIEW OF ROCKPORT HARBOR!!! Pastries, wraps & salads. Great place to sit down with laptop to check email. Most reliable year round location for actually being open!!! (978) 546-7500.
10 min drive - Gloucester comprehensive Breakfast & Lunch Fare ... reasonable prices ... specialties include omelettes and french toast ... healthy options & comfort food ... casual cozy great for kids. Jen's fav breakfast spot!!! metered Main St parking.
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Sugar Magnolias
112 Main St10 min drive - Gloucester comprehensive Breakfast & Lunch Fare ... reasonable prices ... specialties include omelettes and french toast ... healthy options & comfort food ... casual cozy great for kids. Jen's fav breakfast spot!!! metered Main St parking.
8 min drive - Gloucester (Lanesville) Neighborhood Homey, old-fashioned market with a menu of breakfast, sandwiches, focaccia & other light eats. No bar. Super charming.
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Willow Rest station
8 min drive - Gloucester (Lanesville) Neighborhood Homey, old-fashioned market with a menu of breakfast, sandwiches, focaccia & other light eats. No bar. Super charming.
Nice atmosphere. Great sushi & overall menu. If you are seeking a lovely place to enjoy a special meal on Cape Ann, go here.
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Minglewood Harborside
25 Rogers StNice atmosphere. Great sushi & overall menu. If you are seeking a lovely place to enjoy a special meal on Cape Ann, go here.
12 min drive - Gloucester - Wicked popular among locals as great value w/ generous portions fresh seafood & full menu. Full bar. Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Deck option. Don't be surprised if u have to wait to be seated. Parking available.
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Lobsta Land Restaurant
84 Causeway St12 min drive - Gloucester - Wicked popular among locals as great value w/ generous portions fresh seafood & full menu. Full bar. Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Deck option. Don't be surprised if u have to wait to be seated. Parking available.
Famous spot for fresh baked authentic Austrian strudel at the end of Bearskin Neck with harbor view deck! Great breakfast spot. During summer season opens 7am. Phone number (978) 546-2824
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Helmut's Strudel
69 Bearskin NeckFamous spot for fresh baked authentic Austrian strudel at the end of Bearskin Neck with harbor view deck! Great breakfast spot. During summer season opens 7am. Phone number (978) 546-2824
10 min drive Gloucester - Hearty land & sea specialties from Portugal's Azores Islands, served in warm & casual space. Outside seating (not picturesque road). full bar. Easy parking. Excellent food.
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Azorean Restaurant & Bar
133 Washington St10 min drive Gloucester - Hearty land & sea specialties from Portugal's Azores Islands, served in warm & casual space. Outside seating (not picturesque road). full bar. Easy parking. Excellent food.
Chefs give new American plates international treatment at this rustic haunt with art on the walls. Locals rave about the food in casual fun atmosphere.
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Passports
110 Main StChefs give new American plates international treatment at this rustic haunt with art on the walls. Locals rave about the food in casual fun atmosphere.
Boisterous gastropub pairs inventive New American eats with craft cocktails in a sharp, dark space. My brother (who is a gourmet) considers the Franklin his go-to dining spot in fish-town!
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Franklin Cafe Cape Ann
118 Main StBoisterous gastropub pairs inventive New American eats with craft cocktails in a sharp, dark space. My brother (who is a gourmet) considers the Franklin his go-to dining spot in fish-town!
35 min drive Peabody - Fav Greek restaurant. If you're looking for truly SPECIAL dining experience, Ithaki makes great choice. Call for reservation. ithakicuisine dot comJen & I love the lamb shank & mezze platter. Ithaki is a bit pricey but worth it!
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Ithaki Modern Mediterranean
1A Hammatt St35 min drive Peabody - Fav Greek restaurant. If you're looking for truly SPECIAL dining experience, Ithaki makes great choice. Call for reservation. ithakicuisine dot comJen & I love the lamb shank & mezze platter. Ithaki is a bit pricey but worth it!
Best Fried Seafood EVER ... Jen & I always share the fisherman's combo (w/ onion rings ... no fries). What we do is bring our own beer (usually big can of Sapporo or Foster's) and park in Green Belt park next door to enjoy the amazing view of the Essex marshland estuary. (15 min drive). It ain't cheap ... but it's really yummy!
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J.T. Farnham's
88 Eastern AveBest Fried Seafood EVER ... Jen & I always share the fisherman's combo (w/ onion rings ... no fries). What we do is bring our own beer (usually big can of Sapporo or Foster's) and park in Green Belt park next door to enjoy the amazing view of the Essex marshland estuary. (15 min drive). It ain't cheap ... but it's really yummy!
Only Rockport pizza place ... middle of road quality ... but it's convenient and they deliver!!! (2 min drive)
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Rockport House of Pizza
19 BroadwayOnly Rockport pizza place ... middle of road quality ... but it's convenient and they deliver!!! (2 min drive)
New American cuisine highlighted by wicked fresh local seafood w/ unrivaled romantic setting overlooking Atlantic Ocean. DATE NIGHT won’t be cheap … but you might get lucky! 68 Bearskin Neck, Rockport (978) 546-9667 http://www.myplacebythesea.com/ VERY ROMANTIC!!!
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My Place by the Sea
68 Bearskin NeckNew American cuisine highlighted by wicked fresh local seafood w/ unrivaled romantic setting overlooking Atlantic Ocean. DATE NIGHT won’t be cheap … but you might get lucky! 68 Bearskin Neck, Rockport (978) 546-9667 http://www.myplacebythesea.com/ VERY ROMANTIC!!!
CALL ahead cuz hours can be sketchy!!! Spectacular ocean view from back dining room w/ variety of fresh delicious cuisine to satisfy any appetite + full bar. (978) 546-2797
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Brackett's Oceanview Restaurant
25 Main StreetCALL ahead cuz hours can be sketchy!!! Spectacular ocean view from back dining room w/ variety of fresh delicious cuisine to satisfy any appetite + full bar. (978) 546-2797
Brother's Brew boasts the best coffee in Rockport. It's part of Brackets restaurant. Since neither Jen nor I are coffee drinkers, we can't speak for whose coffee is best in town. Other contenders are 'Bean & Leaf'l & Red Skiff. (978) 546-3775
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Brothers Brew Coffee Shop
27 Main StBrother's Brew boasts the best coffee in Rockport. It's part of Brackets restaurant. Since neither Jen nor I are coffee drinkers, we can't speak for whose coffee is best in town. Other contenders are 'Bean & Leaf'l & Red Skiff. (978) 546-3775
On the LEFT as you enter Bearkskin Neck after Bean & Leaf. Rockport (978) 546-7500
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The Ice Cream Store
14 Bearskin NeckOn the LEFT as you enter Bearkskin Neck after Bean & Leaf. Rockport (978) 546-7500
15 min walk Bearskin Neck Rockport - Jen describes their fair as Gourmet Cupcakes + ice cream which makes them very popular if you have a sweet tooth. 42 Bearskin Neck Rockport. metered parking + 5 min walk. Challenging to drive/park on Bearskin Neck. Good to call ahead or just walk by. Cuz Bearskin shops keep unusual hours.
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Rockin' Cupcakes
42 Bearskin Neck15 min walk Bearskin Neck Rockport - Jen describes their fair as Gourmet Cupcakes + ice cream which makes them very popular if you have a sweet tooth. 42 Bearskin Neck Rockport. metered parking + 5 min walk. Challenging to drive/park on Bearskin Neck. Good to call ahead or just walk by. Cuz Bearskin shops keep unusual hours.
Gloucester After you take a LEFT at the end of Rt 128, Jeff's is located about 1/4 miles on right side of Eastern Ave. Usually I call ahead so the lobster rolls are waiting. They make other subs/sandwiches at back counter. But for me it's all about this lobster roll. 978-281-5800
Jeff's Variety
71 Eastern AveGloucester After you take a LEFT at the end of Rt 128, Jeff's is located about 1/4 miles on right side of Eastern Ave. Usually I call ahead so the lobster rolls are waiting. They make other subs/sandwiches at back counter. But for me it's all about this lobster roll. 978-281-5800
Drinks & Nightlife
Great Live Music in local blue collar Gloucester atmosphere! Even on weekdays The Rhumb Line features amazing musicians. Eat somewhere else. This place is about the bands and the beer. (15 minute drive from 32 West) 40 Railroad Ave, Gloucester (978) 283-9732
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The Rhumb Line Bar & Restaurant
40 Railroad AveGreat Live Music in local blue collar Gloucester atmosphere! Even on weekdays The Rhumb Line features amazing musicians. Eat somewhere else. This place is about the bands and the beer. (15 minute drive from 32 West) 40 Railroad Ave, Gloucester (978) 283-9732
Fun pub atmosphere with LIVE BANDS or watch a game. Decent menu (fish taco is great) as Minglewood is part of Latitude 43. Fish taco is my personal favorite. http://minglewoodtavern.com/ 25 Rogers St, Gloucester (978) 281-0223
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Minglewood Tavern
25 Rogers StFun pub atmosphere with LIVE BANDS or watch a game. Decent menu (fish taco is great) as Minglewood is part of Latitude 43. Fish taco is my personal favorite. http://minglewoodtavern.com/ 25 Rogers St, Gloucester (978) 281-0223
10 min walk - 2 min drive Rockport - Gorgeous concert hall gets international performers w/ amazing view of Rockport harbor. Most recent concert that Jen and I attended featured Maceo Parker and his amazing band. Check website for schedule. metered parking.
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Rockport Music-Shalin Liu Performance Center
37 Main St10 min walk - 2 min drive Rockport - Gorgeous concert hall gets international performers w/ amazing view of Rockport harbor. Most recent concert that Jen and I attended featured Maceo Parker and his amazing band. Check website for schedule. metered parking.
Great concert venue http://thecabot.org/ Check it out if you are hungry for live music
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Cabot Street Cinema Theatre
286 Cabot StGreat concert venue http://thecabot.org/ Check it out if you are hungry for live music
Cool ol pics of the Rockport quarries! 1st bar to open in Rockport (like ever). Fun spot to drink libations. https://featherandwedge.com/ 5 Main St Rockport. Good ideal to call ahead (make sure they are open) 978.999.5917
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Feather & Wedge
5 Main StCool ol pics of the Rockport quarries! 1st bar to open in Rockport (like ever). Fun spot to drink libations. https://featherandwedge.com/ 5 Main St Rockport. Good ideal to call ahead (make sure they are open) 978.999.5917
Sightseeing
Eastern Point Lighthouse
Great place to stop riding bike for awesome views
World famous subject for painters ... my mom and every other painter who set up their easel in Rockport has tried their hand at capturing Motif #1 ... maybe you can give it your best shot!
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Motif #1
Bradley WharfWorld famous subject for painters ... my mom and every other painter who set up their easel in Rockport has tried their hand at capturing Motif #1 ... maybe you can give it your best shot!
Absolutely Iconic Stunning Ol' New England estate. Just to walk the grounds will drop your jaw! If you enjoy that Downton Abbey thing of impressive grand scale 19th century construction, places like Castle Hill are becoming endangered species with property values converting old architecture into condo complexes. None of that new world nonsense exists here! http://www.thetrustees.org/crane-estate/the-great-house/?referrer=https://www.google.com/ Great for families or a romantic journey into the past! Crane's beach is nearby as well Appleton Farm & Russell Orchard. Good restaurants in Ipswich include: Ithaki (Greek) & Choate Bridge Pub (delicious fried clams). [18 min drive from 3 Jerdens]
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Castle Hill
Absolutely Iconic Stunning Ol' New England estate. Just to walk the grounds will drop your jaw! If you enjoy that Downton Abbey thing of impressive grand scale 19th century construction, places like Castle Hill are becoming endangered species with property values converting old architecture into condo complexes. None of that new world nonsense exists here! http://www.thetrustees.org/crane-estate/the-great-house/?referrer=https://www.google.com/ Great for families or a romantic journey into the past! Crane's beach is nearby as well Appleton Farm & Russell Orchard. Good restaurants in Ipswich include: Ithaki (Greek) & Choate Bridge Pub (delicious fried clams). [18 min drive from 3 Jerdens]
15 min drive Gloucester - 1929 John Hays Hammond Jr built his medieval castle as wedding present for his wife Irene Fenton & home for his collection of Roman, medieval, and Renaissance artifacts. Also home to Hammond Research Corp, Dr. Hammond produced 400+ patents & ideas for 800+ inventions here. Hammond is only 2nd to Thomas Alva Edison in number of patents. Guided tours. Romantic location. hammondcastle dot org
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Hammond Castle Museum
80 Hesperus Avenue15 min drive Gloucester - 1929 John Hays Hammond Jr built his medieval castle as wedding present for his wife Irene Fenton & home for his collection of Roman, medieval, and Renaissance artifacts. Also home to Hammond Research Corp, Dr. Hammond produced 400+ patents & ideas for 800+ inventions here. Hammond is only 2nd to Thomas Alva Edison in number of patents. Guided tours. Romantic location. hammondcastle dot org
One of most popular & memorable NE tourist destinations ... for good reasons ... the whales can put on a spectacular show ... 7am - 7pm www.seethewhales.com 415 Main St
Gloucester, MA 01930 (978) 283-5110
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Cape Ann Whale Watch
415 Main StOne of most popular & memorable NE tourist destinations ... for good reasons ... the whales can put on a spectacular show ... 7am - 7pm www.seethewhales.com 415 Main St
Gloucester, MA 01930 (978) 283-5110
Wanna see the Gorgeous Rockport Harbor/Coastline up close? Rent a Kayak: reasonable rates ($15 for 1 hr, $32 for 4hrs... even offered to do $25 for 2 hrs). Make sure you're not hungover from previous crazy night.
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North Shore Kayak Outdoor Center
9 Tuna WharfWanna see the Gorgeous Rockport Harbor/Coastline up close? Rent a Kayak: reasonable rates ($15 for 1 hr, $32 for 4hrs... even offered to do $25 for 2 hrs). Make sure you're not hungover from previous crazy night.
Candlepin Bowling uses small balls to knock down the pins which can be really fun for families (easier for kids). I will admit that I put up the bumper guards when I go there which is sort of cheatin' for an adult. But oh well. Great indoor family activity when the weather is less than ideal. 978-283-9753.
I hear most other parts of the country don't have candlepin bowling. So it might introduce a different bowling to your family.
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Cape Ann Lanes
53 Gloucester AveCandlepin Bowling uses small balls to knock down the pins which can be really fun for families (easier for kids). I will admit that I put up the bumper guards when I go there which is sort of cheatin' for an adult. But oh well. Great indoor family activity when the weather is less than ideal. 978-283-9753.
I hear most other parts of the country don't have candlepin bowling. So it might introduce a different bowling to your family.
Beaches
Distinctive paintings that are worth your time to stop in and talk to Scott or his lovely wife.
Scott Tubby Fine Art
26 Bearskin NeckDistinctive paintings that are worth your time to stop in and talk to Scott or his lovely wife.
Great local artists Stefan & Kathleen create amazing unique gorgeous paintings at end of Bearskin Neck. Talking with these guys is always fun!
Art Nook Gallery
9 Bearskin NeckGreat local artists Stefan & Kathleen create amazing unique gorgeous paintings at end of Bearskin Neck. Talking with these guys is always fun!
8 min drive - Very popular beach to catch rays & swim ... sunny summer weekends: go early or late (or you will sit in traffic to pay for parking). During Summer: Non-residents must go online to reserve parking (not more than 10 days in advance) at Good Harbor & Wingaersheek. Ugh. I don't how strictly it's enforced during non-peak hours. No cash payment at gate.
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굿하버 비치
8 min drive - Very popular beach to catch rays & swim ... sunny summer weekends: go early or late (or you will sit in traffic to pay for parking). During Summer: Non-residents must go online to reserve parking (not more than 10 days in advance) at Good Harbor & Wingaersheek. Ugh. I don't how strictly it's enforced during non-peak hours. No cash payment at gate.
15 min drive - Spectacular Beach ... much larger than Good Harbor ... it's a winding drive w/ beautiful vistas ... on PRIMETIME WEEKENDS arrive early (8:30am) or go later (after 11:30am) to avoid long lines to get into parking lot. Very popular beach to catch rays & swim ... During Summer: Non-residents must go online to reserve parking (not more than 10 days in advance). Ugh. I don't how strictly it's enforced during non-peak hours. No cash payment accepted at gate.
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윙거시크 비치
15 min drive - Spectacular Beach ... much larger than Good Harbor ... it's a winding drive w/ beautiful vistas ... on PRIMETIME WEEKENDS arrive early (8:30am) or go later (after 11:30am) to avoid long lines to get into parking lot. Very popular beach to catch rays & swim ... During Summer: Non-residents must go online to reserve parking (not more than 10 days in advance). Ugh. I don't how strictly it's enforced during non-peak hours. No cash payment accepted at gate.
5 min walk from out house. Quaint towny beach. Could not be easier. Don't try to drive and park on weekends. Just walk. Use the beach chairs in the back shed.
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Old Garden Beach
5 min walk from out house. Quaint towny beach. Could not be easier. Don't try to drive and park on weekends. Just walk. Use the beach chairs in the back shed.
5 min drive. Much Bigger than Old Garden Beach. Pay to park from Gloucester side. There is a Rockport Resident Sticker Parking Lot. But you'll go to Gloucester side.
Long Beach
Long Beach5 min drive. Much Bigger than Old Garden Beach. Pay to park from Gloucester side. There is a Rockport Resident Sticker Parking Lot. But you'll go to Gloucester side.
Crane's is a longer 30 min drive (Ipswich). Another Spectacular Beach (as long as the Greenheads are no longer in season ... Greenheads are nasty flies ... check the internet ... it's a couple weeks in July). Crane's has dunes. It's huge. And it's gorgeous.
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트라네베아치
Crane's is a longer 30 min drive (Ipswich). Another Spectacular Beach (as long as the Greenheads are no longer in season ... Greenheads are nasty flies ... check the internet ... it's a couple weeks in July). Crane's has dunes. It's huge. And it's gorgeous.