Making the Most of Your Visit

Tour the Great House
Tour of the 59-room, Stuart-Style Great House during your stay. Tours are available Wednesdays – Thursdays |, 10AM – 3PM; Fridays – Saturdays | 10AM – 1PM. Designed by famed architect David Adler, the Great House exemplifies the American Country Place Era (c. 1880–1940), a prosperous time for many early industrialists. Built as a seaside cottage for the Crane family in 1924, the Great House will leave a lasting impression on any visitor. For rates and information about guided tours and programs, please call 978.356.4351 x4001.

Public Programs and Events at the Crane Estate
From picnic concerts on the Grand Allée to our annual sand-sculpture competition at Crane Beach, The Crane Estate hosts events and activities throughout the year. Find out what's happening by checking our calendar of events and The Trustees' calendar.

More to Explore
Ipswich is at the heart of Massachusetts’ North Shore, and is the center of the Essex National Heritage Area, one of only sixteen nationally designated regions of cultural and natural significance. The Trustees of Reservations own and care for more than a dozen properties for you to explore in the area, all within a short drive of The Crane Estate. Enjoy a peaceful walk along a wooded trail at Ravenswood Park in Gloucester, explore the gorgeous and historic Sedgwick gardens at Long Hill in Beverly, discover America's oldest continuously operating farm at Appleton Farms in Ipswich, and much more. 

Kayaking Adventures
Learn about the local ecology and natural history of the Crane Estate and enjoy its unique beauty by exploring the waters of the Castle Neck River on an exclusive tour planned for your group. Kayak with Trustees guides or with Essex River Basin Adventures' (ERBA) expert kayak guides and interpreters. For rates and information, please contact the Private Event Department.