Lucy and Laura

01/21/2026

01/18/2026

Have you scored your second passport?

There is no better time to start seriously considering your options.

10/07/2025

There's nothing quite like this authentic Cape Ann celebration - where the town of Essex (birthplace of the fried clam!) comes together for a day of incredible local seafood, talented artisans, and that unbeatable small-town atmosphere we absolutely love.

So get ready for Essex ClamFest and Arts & Crafts Festival on October 25th, 2025 at Shepard Memorial Park, Essex! 🍂🦪🎨

Picture this: fresh clams prepared every way imaginable, local artists showcasing their crafts, families gathering in the crisp autumn air, and everyone celebrating what makes Essex so special.

📍 Shepard Memorial Park at 24 Martin Street transforms into the heart of community spirit, where you can taste the best clams on the North Shore while browsing handmade treasures from local craftspeople. Kids run around with faces painted and cotton candy in hand, while neighbors catch up and visitors discover why Essex has such a devoted following.

This is small-town living at its finest - where October means community festivals, where local traditions run deep, and where you're not just attending an event, you're part of a celebration that brings generations together. It's events like ClamFest that remind us why we're so passionate about helping families plant roots in these incredible Cape Ann communities.

From Woodman's legendary fried clams to this beloved annual festival, Essex knows how to celebrate its heritage while welcoming everyone to join the fun! 🦪✨

Ready to be part of Cape Ann's small-town magic? Let's find your perfect home where community celebrations happen right in your neighborhood!

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09/18/2025

✈️ When you’ve just landed back from an amazing trip, you know what?…Nothing compares to that moment when you drive over the Annisquam River Bridge and see the river and then the harbor stretching out before you.

There's something about Cape Ann that gets into your soul. You can travel the world, see incredible places, meet wonderful people - but when you round that corner and catch your first glimpse of Gloucester's working waterfront or Rockport's colorful storefronts, your heart just knows: you're HOME.

It's not just the scenery (though those sunsets over the Atlantic are pretty unbeatable). It's the way the fisherman at the dock nods as you walk by, how the barista at your favorite coffee shop already knows your order, and that feeling that you're part of something bigger - a community that's weathered storms for over 400 years.

Cape Ann doesn't just give you a place to live. It gives you a place to belong. 💙

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09/09/2025

Historic home details we love.

Crystal door k***s.
Crown moulding.
Wide plank floors.
Tin ceilings.

What sort of details are you looking for in a home?

09/09/2025

Rockport HarvestFest, organized by Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce , is coming October 18th, 2025, and we couldn't be more excited! 🍁🎃🍂

This is what small-town living on Cape Ann is all about - where an entire community comes together to celebrate the season with local food producers bringing you seasonal favorites, from hearty clam chowder to artisanal cheese to that perfect cup of hot chocolate to warm you up. Add in cooking demonstrations, art exhibits, and live music, and you've got the recipe for pure autumn magic! ✨

There's something so special about walking down Bearskin Neck with your neighbors, watching kids' faces light up at the festivities, and knowing that this charming downtown celebration happens right in your backyard. Whether you're sampling local treats, browsing handcrafted goods, or just soaking in that crisp October air with the harbor as your backdrop - HarvestFest embodies everything we love about Rockport living.

This is why we're passionate about helping families find their home here. It's not just about the house - it's about becoming part of a community where autumn means coming together, where local matters, and where every season brings new reasons to fall in love with where you live.

Who else is excited for pumpkin everything and small-town charm? See you there! 🥧🎪

Ready to call Rockport home? Let's chat about making your small-town living dreams come true! LucyandLaura.com

09/06/2025

Such a special spot. 28 John Wise Lane Essex, Ma. Listed by Karen Bernier Churchill Properties

08/31/2025

There's nothing quite like being home on Cape Ann for the last official weekend of summer!

As we watch the sunset paint the harbor in golden hues and feel that crisp September breeze rolling off the Atlantic, we're reminded why this stretch of Massachusetts coastline captures hearts like nowhere else.

Harbor views. Cozy cottages steps from the beach. Ocean breezes. Woodsy trails. Neighborhoods. All these things make it special.

Happy Labor Day from Lucy & Laura.
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08/28/2025

Beach season is still going strong on Cape Ann! While everyone else is packing away their summer gear, we know the secret - our beautiful beaches stay perfect well into September, and if we're lucky with an Indian summer, sometimes clear into October! ☀️
But here's the thing about living on Cape Ann: whether you're soaking up the last rays at Good Harbor Beach or curled up in your favorite reading spot at home, there's magic in both.

Maybe your perfect reading corner is on your waterfront deck watching the boats come in, or tucked into a cozy window seat overlooking Folly Cove, or simply on your living room couch with those famous Cape Ann sunsets streaming through your windows. Reading in the comfort of your beautiful Cape Ann home, surrounded by all this natural beauty? There's honestly nothing better.

And when you need to restock your reading pile, we're so fortunate to have amazing local bookstores right here on Cape Ann!

The Bookstore of Gloucester has been putting books in the hands of Cape Anners for over 40 years, offering carefully curated new titles right on Main Street. For treasure hunting book lovers, Dogtown Book Shop has been Gloucester's beloved independent used bookstore since 1997, and Manchester By the Book offers their wide variety of new and used books. Plus, our beautiful libraries throughout Cape Ann - from the stunning Manchester-by-the-Sea Public Library to Gloucester's historic Sawyer Free Library - offer peaceful reading rooms and incredible community programs. 📚

Here's what Lucy's been reading lately:

📖 "By Any Other Name" by Jodi Picoult - perfect beach read that had her hooked!

📖 "The Sicilian Inheritance" by Jo Piazza - sinking into the closeness and interweavings of family

📖 "In Five Years" by Rebecca Serle - philosophical and beautiful, just like our Cape Ann sunsets

Whether you're team beach blanket or team cozy nook, we want to know - what's your favorite reading spot in your Cape Ann home? And what's on your current must-read list?

Drop your favorites below! 👇📚 Where do you love to read?