Peggotty is a point break for surf, as you can see above.  It is along a jetty, so unless you know what you're doing and can avoid getting pounded on rocks, then stay away.  Also, it has unbelievable skim if there is big surf.  It is definitely my favorite skim spot.  It can hold an overhead shorepound.  The beach has a steep, sandy slope.  I've actually seen a sider form from the jetty on a very big day (but don't count on it, because it doesn't happen often at all.)   You can check out the current conditions of Peggotty on this site...http://salemrad.com/scituate.htm