Top marks for the proximity to the beach and the graciousness of the hostess. The house however is unkempt and cluttered. For those who are laid back about those kind of things, maybe it won't bother you. The room cleanliness was okay, far from perfect. Sheets were clean but the mattress pad was questionable. The common rooms were disasters. Around... More

This house is right across from the beach and you can hear the waves if you leave the windows open in the rooms. The room we stayed in (the one shown on the website) is roomy and we were given access to the adjoining room so we had a full bathroom available to us. But the shower and the toilet... More

Absolutely beautiful location, right across from Good Harbor beach. Unfortunatly we could not even stay a night and were able to book last minute at another Inn. Unkempt, cluttered and shabby (not in a chic way ) are the best words I can think of to describe the Inn. Not at all like pictures on Inn's website. It's really too... More

Samarkand Inn was the perfect location for me. I wanted to be on the water and the Inn is across the street from the beach. My room had a great view of the beach. I was also able to walk to dinner after my walk on the beach. My room was large but odly laid out. There was a nice... More

During a recent business trip to the Boston Area, I took a side trip to the Gloucester beaches facing the twin light houses of Thatcher Island. The view is absolutely stunning. I decided immediately that Good Harbor beach was the next location for my wife's and my next vacation. The Samarkand Inn is the most perfectly located Inn, directly facing... More

This small B & B is right on Good Harbor Beach, which is super convenient because parking for the beach is very pricey. We stayed in the smallest room, which had two twin beds, a sink, and shower. We had access to a full size bathroom in the hallway that was shared with one other room. There were nice common... More

Have you ever watched a movie like Enchanted April? It's a story of four women, oh 1920-30ish, who decide to go (heaven forbid) unchaperoned on a trip to Italy. In the chateau they have rented, they go through the experience of blending into the locals, rediscovering themselves, and of course, love. Now while I can't promise love, I can say... More

I've been visiting Gloucester for business and pleasure since 2000. I normally stayed at another local accomodation, however, one time in the off season, my usual place was closed. The recommended "Nancy's" place down on Good Harbor Beach. After a long phone call with Nancy, I decided to give it a try. This was a few years ago. Now, it's... More

I almost didn't want to post a review because it would be great to keep this place a secret. The Inn is located right across from the beach... no need to drive to the beach or pay the $25 parking fees for it. The Inn has great views, both from the rooms and from breakfast. Nancy, the hostess, was great...... More