Straitsmouth Cove: Oceanfront Rockport Grandeur

Straitsmouth Cove is a classic seaside "cottage" in a sublime location on Rockport’s Gap Cove. This elegant vacation home has the rambling, comfortable feel of a vintage country manor by the sea. The expansive green lawn, with its incredible waterfront view, is a most serene and awe-inspiring setting with plenty of outdoor living space for lounging or playing. You'll enjoy stunning, unobstructed views of Straitsmouth Island from most rooms, as well as from the shady screen porch, patio and The space Inside, you'll have plenty of space to get comfortable, with five bedrooms, two full baths and a generous living room with a massive antique brick fireplace. Straistmouth Cove has central AC to keep you cool on hot summer days. From every vantage point, the living spaces offer endless views of the sea, just beyond the home's expansive lawns and gardens. After a day at the beach or exploring the village of Rockport, relax on the sprawling blue stone patio and take in the ever-changing seascape. Plenty of gorgeous walking/running/biking options and trails right from the property. The home is within walking distance of Rockport village with its famed Shalin Liu Performance Center, shops, galleries and restaurants. GROUND FLOOR Living Room: An enormous (decorative) fireplace and multiple sitting areas. Dining Room:Custom built-in shelves, ocean views. Kitchen: Recently renovated! Sun Porch: Screened-in porch with brick floor and comfortable furniture. MEZZANINE LEVEL Bedroom 1: Single bedroom with an adjacent full bath and water views. Bath 1: Full bath with tub/shower. SECOND FLOOR Bedroom 2: Queen bed and ocean views. Bedroom 3: Master Bedroom with Queen bed and ocean views. Bedroom 4: Corner room with Queen bed. Bedroom 5: Full bedroom. Bath 2: Full bath with tub/shower. LOWER LEVEL Laundry: Washer and dryer in the basement. Other things to note Gap Cove, just across the country road, is a place of seaside wonder where you can scramble on the rocks, hunt for shells and sea glass or all manner of little crabs and ocean life ..... or just go for a swim. Put your kayak in or your stand up paddle board and head to Straitsmouth Island with it's paths to explore. From there you can go to Thatcher Island with its twin lighthouses for more exploration or just enjoy the views of Bearskin Neck. No smoking. No pets. No events or parties.