luxury houses with reception room for sale Gloucester, United States

Sunny, tasteful, and refined, this right-sized home is nestled into its own garden and overlooks the 13th fairway at the Ipswich Country Club. Set deep within the gated community, the location offers quiet privacy alongside open views.The first floor offers an ideal layout for entertaining or quiet days at home with family. It includes hardwood floors, a gas fireplace, an ample living and dining area, with a walk-out to a large sun deck. The renovated kitchen offers plenty of counter space and storage, a Thermador gas range, and a cozy breakfast nook. An updated half bath completes this level.The second floor has a primary bedroom with a gas fireplace, golf course views, a large walk-in closet, and an en suite bath equipped with a double sink, soaking tub, and full walk-in shower. An additional bedroom and full bathroom are also located on this floor.The third bedroom features a large skylight, a full window, a closet, and ample space for a couch, bed, and desk.The walk-out lower level has beautiful views of the flower garden, rock walls, and the fairway. This family room includes a third gas fireplace, built-ins, a wet bar, bright flooring, a half bath, a large laundry room, and a storage pantry.For a worry-free move-in, the home includes updated painting, a renovated kitchen and bathrooms, a replaced HVAC unit and two replaced condensers, a replaced water tank, and a partially re-clapboarded exterior with repointed front steps.The HOA fee paid quarterly includes, lawncare, mulching, edging, snow removal and walk shoveling, waster water treatment, garbage removal and professional management.

Discover oceanfront quintessential island living in this newer constructed shingle style home, thoughtfully designed from the ground up to honor the storied architectural heritage of the New England coast while delivering every comfort the modern household demands. From the moment you arrive, the home's classic cedar-shingled façade and welcoming front porch communicate a sense of permanence and grace. It is a home that feels as though it has always belonged on this stretch of Plum Island shoreline. This home offers the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Waterviews are admired from every room. Every room tells the same story, thoughtful design, premium craft, and an abiding respect for the islands setting that surrounds it. The front and primary porches offer up a place for morning coffee, afternoon reading, and the simple pleasure of watching the world drift by at an island pace. Plum Island and this home is not just an address, it is a way of living a lifestyle.

RARE PLUM ISLAND GEM! Own a piece of Plum Island history with the iconic “Arctic” Cottage, circa 1900—owned by only three families in 125 years! Ideally located on an idyllic Plum Island beach, this charming 5-bedroom cottage offers deeded beach rights shared with one neighboring property. Gleaming hardwood floors, classic cottage-board detailing and a fabulous wraparound porch showcase its timeless character. Recent improvements include new roof, furnace, tankless water heater, A/C compressor, and interior/exterior paint. Enjoy panoramic water views toward Newburyport, spectacular sunsets and watersports just steps away. Large parking area for 6+ cars. Strong rental history since 2007. A truly special once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!