First time visitors are often surprised to see a true European castle on the New England shoreline. Hammond Castle was built in the late 1920s by scientist, inventor, and interestingly enough, an art connoisseur of the highest order, John Hays Hammond, Jr. (1888-1965). Sitting high on a bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the castle brings together a unique combination of art, architectural elements and culture, backstopped by many innovative technological applications, yet unknown and unseen by the visitor.
If you book 2 nights, we highly suggest taking advantage of being just 25-30 minutes from historic Salem, MA during October. The Salem Witch Museum based on the historic witch trials- the museum is based on actual documents of the trials. There is plenty of other things to explore in Salem including the Hocus Pocus House and plenty of restaurants and breweries!
Cape Ann Whale Watch is the area whale watching leader! You will watch whales aboard the Hurricane II, the largest, fastest whale watch vessel in Massachusetts, north of Boston. Our whale watch general last 3 to 4 hours and are available mornings and afternoons. We guarantee sightings.
If you’re looking to relax and unwind, there’s no better medicine than a good massage. Gretchen and skillful team at Saltwater Massage in Gloucester are second to none and you can rest assured that you will come out of Saltwater feeling calmer and happier than when you arrived.