Title: Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat Vacation home in Gloucester with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat ![Beach nearby - Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat (Gloucester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60370000/60363500/60363448/eb565c94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat (Gloucester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60370000/60363500/60363448/b88bb0a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat (Gloucester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60370000/60363500/60363448/d41ac953.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat (Gloucester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60370000/60363500/60363448/c5bd3fe9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher - Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat (Gloucester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60370000/60363500/60363448/400e3c27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Joseph's Way, nestled on a quiet wooded lot, offers the ease of one-level living with an open plan dining/living room that expands to a fully applianced kitchen. Relax in the spacious den or dine al fresco on the deck overlooking a private wooded lot. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom688 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat Close to Gloucester's sandy Good Harbor Beach, Joseph's Way is delightful two bedroom property is nestled on a quiet wooded lot on a hidden side street with just 4 other houses. Enjoy the ease of one-level living with a spacious open plan dining/living room which expands to the fully applianced kitchen with breakfast bar, two bedrooms, and a second sitting area that opens to the deck. Dine al fresco on the spacious deck which overlooks a pretty and private wooded lot. MAIN LEVEL LIVING/DINING/KITCHEN: The living area has a couch, chair, and a mounted large flatscreen TV. The dining area has a high-top table with barstools accommodating up to 4, and expands into the well-applianced kitchen with breakfast bar, and beautiful granite counter tops. BEDROOM 1: The room has a Queen bed and TV. BEDROOM 2: This corner room has a Queen bed and TV. DEN: This sitting area has a pullout sofa and TV with access to the back deck and yard. BATH: The full bath has walk-in shower and includes the laundry room. EXTERIOR Relax or dine outdoors on the spacious back deck overlooking the backyard and woods. PARKING There is parking for up to 2 cars in the driveway. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 688 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66040000/66032500/66032410/bcf50a74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Garden by the Sea: Walk to Good Harbor Beach East Gloucester - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=66032410&PinnedHotelID=66032410&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101800000/101790500/101790429/e7083785.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2BR/2BA Harborside Home · Fenced Backyard · Ocean View ·Walk to Rocky Neck+Beach East Gloucester - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=101790429&PinnedHotelID=101790429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88740000/88736700/88736602/w1892h1242x158y0-f833de1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adorable renovated house, steps from Front Beach and Town Rockport - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=88736602&PinnedHotelID=88736602&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111810000/111803000/111802948/d2ab4544.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Portside Overlook: Village and Beach Views! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number C0304931070 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 32 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in East Gloucester, a neighborhood in Gloucester. Schooner Adventure and Maritime Gloucester are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Essex Shipbuilding Museum and Cogswell's Grant. [Visit our Gloucester travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Gloucester.dx8008) [View more Vacation homes in Gloucester](https://www.expedia.ca/Gloucester-Private-Vacation-Homes.d8008-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.62779%2C-70.62930&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cq__UvsbH0bYTg-Jiez02rH9qXI=) Gloucester, MA ### What's nearby - ![Good Harbor Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532667409/fda0f2a2-9a66-4e87-a0d4-6552f49b1eaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Good Harbor Beach 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - ![Wingaersheek Beach which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532667334/0c8189b9-5f38-4470-ad61-7601a805af27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wingaersheek Beach 14 min drive \- 13.2 km - ![Boston's Zakim Bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070137/28b26e99-a684-4d32-8b62-4180d99b863d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) TD Garden 49 min drive \- 66.5 km - ![New England Aquarium which includes marine life and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070109/21c9e256-4500-4d82-9fec-325fcfbbb696.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) New England Aquarium 50 min drive \- 68.3 km - Cape Hedge Beach 2 min drive \- 2.2 km ### Getting around - Rockport Station 6 min drive - Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Starbucks 8 min drive - Dunkin' 3 min drive - Seaport Grille 4 min drive - Dunkin' 5 min drive - Common Crow Natural Market 13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat? ### Where is Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Joseph's Way: Quiet Beach Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura L. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### October Getaway Clean cottage in a quiet neighborhood. Cottage had everything we needed for a short get away. ##### Laura L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa B. Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Melissa B. 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