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88 Best Oceanfront Rentals in Essex (Starting from $214)

Robbins Island Retreat
Robbins Island Retreat
House
Essex, MA, USA
3.1k from Essex center

Accommodations, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Beach, Places to stay

2 Bedrooms4 Guests
New to Booking
$339
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Relaxing Rivers Edge Main Street Retreat
Relaxing Rivers Edge Main Street Retreat
Apartment
Essex, MA, 01929, United States
0.1k from Essex center

AC, Barbecue, Dryer, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Area

2 Bedrooms6 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

29 reviews

$352
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Airstream and Ocean View Unique Gloucester Getaway
Airstream and Ocean View Unique Gloucester Getaway
House
Gloucester, MA, USA
4.6k from Essex center

Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Pet-friendly, Lodgings, Places to stay, Glamping

2 Bedrooms4 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

1 reviews

$287
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Winter deal! Delightful 3-4 bed one floor, 3 baths, fireplace
Winter deal! Delightful 3-4 bed one floor, 3 baths, fireplace
House
Essex, MA, 01929, United States
0.4k from Essex center

AC, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Microwave

4 Bedrooms10 Guests
9.8

Exceptional

6 reviews

$560
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1 Mi to Beach Manchester-by-the-Sea Retreat!
1 Mi to Beach Manchester-by-the-Sea Retreat!
House
Manchester, MA, USA
6.0k from Essex center

Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Places to stay

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
New to Booking
$697
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❤️ of Cape Ann, -  Historic Antique Colonial yet new & modern Close 2 Everything
❤️ of Cape Ann, - Historic Antique Colonial yet new & modern Close 2 Everything
House
Essex, MA, 01929, United States
0.7k from Essex center

AC, Barbecue, Dryer, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Microwave

4 Bedrooms8 Guests
9.6

Exceptional

27 reviews

$424
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Elegant Gloucester Beach Getaway with Ocean Views!
Elegant Gloucester Beach Getaway with Ocean Views!
House
Gloucester, MA, USA
7.3k from Essex center

Cheap, Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Spa, Cottages, Lodgings, Vacation rentals

5 Bedrooms10 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

1 reviews

$589
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Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh
Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh
Cottage
Essex, MA, 01929, United States
2.6k from Essex center

AC, Barbecue, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Hot Tub, Internet, Kitchen, Microwave

2 Bedrooms5 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

10 reviews

$530
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Black Cove Cottage
Black Cove Cottage
House
Manchester, MA, USA
7.4k from Essex center

Accommodations, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Vacation rentals, Beach, Places to stay, Beach rentals

2 Bedrooms5 Guests
5.0

Review score

1 reviews

$495
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WINTER 2025 PROMO -Lakefront 2 Bed / 3 bath + Extra Bed off of living room
WINTER 2025 PROMO -Lakefront 2 Bed / 3 bath + Extra Bed off of living room
Cottage
Essex, MA, 01929, United States
3.1k from Essex center

AC, Barbecue, Crib, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

25 reviews

$549
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Garden Cottage By The Sea
Garden Cottage By The Sea
House
Manchester, MA, USA
7.4k from Essex center

Cheap, Accommodations, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Vacation rentals, Beach, Places to stay

2 Bedrooms5 Guests
7.0

Good

2 reviews

$517
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Airstream & Ocean View: Unique Gloucester Getaway
Airstream & Ocean View: Unique Gloucester Getaway
House
Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
4.6k from Essex center

AC, Barbecue, Crib, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Kitchen, Microwave, No Smoking

2 Bedrooms4 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

10 reviews

$382
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Gloucester Home with Large Yard 1 Mi to Beach!
Gloucester Home with Large Yard 1 Mi to Beach!
House
Gloucester, MA, USA
7.6k from Essex center

Cheap, Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Places to stay, Family

2 Bedrooms6 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

2 reviews

$474
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Charming 5-bedroom Home by the Sea
Charming 5-bedroom Home by the Sea
House
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944, United States
4.7k from Essex center

AC, Dryer, Free Parking, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Microwave, No Smoking, Outdoor Space

5 Bedrooms8 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

1 reviews

$1005
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The Buoys
The Buoys
House
Gloucester, MA, USA
7.9k from Essex center

Cheap, Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Places to stay, Family

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

7 reviews

$396
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1 Mile from Cranes Beach
1 Mile from Cranes Beach
Apartment
Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
4.8k from Essex center

AC, Dryer, Extra Bed, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Area

2 Bedrooms6 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

41 reviews

$334
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Beach Gem
Beach Gem
House
Gloucester, MA, USA
8.6k from Essex center

Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, Parking, Ocean View, View, Oceanfront, Internet

3 Bedrooms5 Guests
8.6

Fabulous

11 reviews

$482
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Beautiful Views, 1 Mi to Beach! Ipswich Cottage
Beautiful Views, 1 Mi to Beach! Ipswich Cottage
Cottage
Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
5.0k from Essex center

Dryer, Free Parking, Kitchen, Laundry, No Smoking, Outdoor Space, Patio, TV, Washer

4 Bedrooms5 Guests
8.2

Very Good

25 reviews

$226
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Ipswich Sanctuary
Ipswich Sanctuary
House
Ipswich, MA, USA
8.9k from Essex center

Cheap, Accommodations, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Beach, Places to stay, Family

2 Bedrooms2 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

1 reviews

$624
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 Spacious 1790  Captain's estate,  large pool,  near beautiful beach
Spacious 1790 Captain's estate, large pool, near beautiful beach
House
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944, United States
5.1k from Essex center

AC, Barbecue, Dryer, Elevator, Fireplace, Fitness Equipment, Free Parking, Heater, Internet

5 Bedrooms12 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

49 reviews

$886
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CbytheSea - Ocean View Penthouse
CbytheSea - Ocean View Penthouse
Apartment
Gloucester, MA, USA
9.0k from Essex center

Apartments, Cheap, Accommodations, Parking, Lodgings, Vacation rentals, Places to stay, Family, Self-catering

1 Bedroom4 Guests
9.5

Superb

39 reviews

$507
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2 Mi to Crane Beach: Waterfront Ipswich Escape!
2 Mi to Crane Beach: Waterfront Ipswich Escape!
Cottage
Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
5.2k from Essex center

AC, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Kitchen, Laundry, Microwave, No Smoking

2 Bedrooms4 Guests
9.6

Exceptional

14 reviews

$426
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Private beachfront escape on Coffins Beach w/ amazing views & private beach
Private beachfront escape on Coffins Beach w/ amazing views & private beach
House
Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
5.7k from Essex center

AC, Barbecue, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Kitchen, Living Area, Microwave

5 Bedrooms10 Guests
New to Booking
$1506
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 Beach dreaming??
Beach dreaming??
Apartment
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944, United States
5.7k from Essex center

AC, Barbecue, Crib, Dryer, Free Parking, Heater, Hot Tub, Internet, Kitchen

2 Bedrooms4 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

20 reviews

$461
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Singing Beach Passes|Outdoor fireplace|Wraparound Deck|King Bed
Singing Beach Passes|Outdoor fireplace|Wraparound Deck|King Bed
House
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944, United States
5.8k from Essex center

AC, Barbecue, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

4 Bedrooms8 Guests
9.2

Superb

11 reviews

$529
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Beautiful backyard farm. Very quiet. Pool. Walking trails and beaches nearby.
Beautiful backyard farm. Very quiet. Pool. Walking trails and beaches nearby.
Apartment
Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
5.8k from Essex center

AC, Dryer, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, No Smoking, Pool, Washer

1 Bedroom2 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

38 reviews

$214
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Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean
Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean
House
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944, United States
6.0k from Essex center

AC, Barbecue, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

4 Bedrooms7 Guests
9.6

Exceptional

8 reviews

$888
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Essex Oceanfront Rentals on the Map

Frequently Asked Questions

You can explore 88 verified oceanfront rentals in Essex. These properties are located directly along the shoreline, offering uninterrupted access to the beach and ocean views.

Oceanfront rental prices in Essex vary depending on the property size, exact beachfront location, and season. Rates typically start from around $214 per night, with higher prices for larger homes or peak travel periods. Properties located directly on popular stretches of coastline tend to command premium rates.

Many oceanfront rentals in Essex offer direct access to the beach, often through private walkways or dedicated entry paths. Some properties may share access points, so it’s helpful to review the listing details to understand the type of beach access provided.

Yes, some oceanfront rentals in Essex welcome pets. Currently, 17 listings allow pets, although policies can vary by property. It’s recommended to check specific house rules for details such as size limits or additional fees.

Oceanfront properties are often in high demand, especially during peak travel seasons, so booking 90 to 120 days in advance is recommended for the best selection. During quieter periods, you may still find availability closer to your travel dates.

Oceanfront rentals in Essex often include features designed for a comfortable coastal stay, such as Oceanfront, Ocean View, and View. These amenities help guests make the most of their time by the water.

Yes, there is a clear difference. "Oceanfront" means the property is located directly on the beach with no obstructions between the home and the water. "Ocean View" typically means the ocean is visible from certain angles or rooms, but the property may not be right on the shoreline.