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Blue Shutters Beachside Inn

1 Nautilus Ave., Gloucester, MA 01930
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Blue Shutters Beachside Inn
Ranked #2 of 21 Gloucester B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 57 Reviews
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West Seneca, New York
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We stayed at the Blue Shutters Beachside Inn last year for one night after a hectic Halloween week in Salem. We wanted peace and quiet, relaxation, and time to unwind. I fell in love with this place. Even though it was early November, the scenery couldn't be beat. The breakfast offered was fresh, and delightful. Piping hot coffee, and a... More

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Washington DC
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012

This beautiful home was originally a farm house and faces Good Harbor Beach, a beautiful walking beach of pale sand, small waves, dunes and rock outcroppings. The first floor opens onto a big sitting room with a couch facing the ocean, bird books, telescope and binoculars laid out. Ed was the perfect host. On request, he was full of local... More

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San Diego, California, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011

We were not aware of the walls and floor construction, as the previous review submits, because we pretty much had the place to ourselves due to the arrival of the October monsoons. That aside, the location, views, and especially our host Ed Comer, were all first rate. Ed is very knowledgeable about the history and culture of Gloucester, and was... More

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Meriden, Connecticut
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011
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I'll concur the review previous to this in several aspects. The fact that this inn is so close to the beach is an amazing feature. You are within walking distance to Good Harbor Beach. Sunrises and sunsets were very nice both on the beach and in the inn as well. I feel bad leaving an "average" review because the hosts... More

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csblueshutters, Owner at Blue Shutters Beachside Inn, responded to this review
16 November 2011

We’ve seen two recent guests comment on TripAdvisor that the Blue Shutters “isn’t for light sleepers”, and we thought we should respond. We like to think the Blue Shutters has something for everyone – and even light sleepers will enjoy a stay here (we’re pretty sure many already have). But it is true this is an older building, meaning we... More

Toronto
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2011

The view is incredible, no question and the beach lovely. But walls are like paper and the decor is seriously out of date. Okay for a circa 1975 cabin but not at these prices. Bed linens are very cheap and in some cases torn. Basically poor quality everything though the hosts are very nice and helpful. We stayed in the... More

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West Orange, New Jersey
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2011

As newcomers to the Blue Shutters we enjoyed a relaxing weekend on a beautiful beach, walked along a gorgeous shoreline, and were in good company of those at the Inn. Our room was spacious, clean and had a great view of the beach. Light breakfast nosh, with coffee, fruit , yogurt and some baked goods offered. It was a great... More

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Framingham, Massachusetts
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2011

Friendly staff, rooms have a view of Good Harbor Beach. More

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Philly
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 September 2011

We stayed here two nights in early September. The location right across from Good Harbor Beach is delightful. The living room has a great picture window situation overlooking the ocean with cozy seating. Our room also had an ocean view. We opened the windows to enjoy the sounds of the waves and the gulls at night. Ed and Tony and... More

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Wakefield, Massachusetts
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011

Pay no attention to any reviews prior to 2007. Ed and Ann Marie have done an awesome job with this place. Spent Labor day weekend there and couldn't have been more pleased. Room was charming and the location is unbeatable! More

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Louisville, Kentucky
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2011

I try to get to Good Harbour Beach in Gloucester, MA (across from the Blue Shutters) every summer. I have stayed in many of the seaside inns, BnB's, motels and family homes in the area the Blue Shutters is the BEST! B-E-S-T, BEST!!! The innkeeprs are not just welcoming and fun, but they become family and I return to the... More

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1 Nautilus Ave., Gloucester, MA 01930
Price range (per night):* RM222 - 317

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