Location: New Haven, Connecticut, USA (walk to beach, and hiking trails. 10 minute drive to Yale.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Office, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Yale housing for visitors and family academic rental for faculty
Spectacular contemporary home with spectacular views. Located just minutes from New Haven and Yale, in historic Branford Point. Walk to community park with beach and picnic grounds. Train station with free parking offers commuter service to New Haven, with connections to NYC.
The main level includes a fully equipped kitchen with new appliances, opening to dining and living areas with a gas fireplace, cathedral ceilings, skylights, ceiling fans and French doors to large deck. This level also has a master bedroom, full bath (complete with jacuzzi and shower), half bath, laundry and study. The master bedroom has a queen bed with memory foam mattress, and the study is equipped with a day bed.
The upper level offers two additional bedrooms, full bath and a studio/study.
The lower level has an additional bedroom and bath.
The entire house is tastefully furnished and decorated.
High quality linens, towels, etc. provided.
We offer a SMOKE FREE, natural environment perfect for quiet safe meditative thought and relaxation, walking distance to beaches, hiking trails and gentle beauty of the Connecticut shoreline, while less than 10 miles from the museums, galleries, theater and other cultural attractions of New Haven and Yale.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : central air conditioning with separate zones for each bedroom
- Linens Provided : high quality towels and linens provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage : two car attached garage with remotes
- Off Street Parking : large shaded parking area adjacent to house
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Memory foam mattress
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : jacuzzi with skylights in master bath
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : full range of kitchen appliances
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : catering service available at extra charge with advance notice
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : large private deck with French doors from dining area
- View/Location
- Water View : Views of marsh and Branford River
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Unique property overlooking tidal marsh and Branford River. Walk to park with picnic grounds and beach
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children : generally not recommended for children under 12
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Beautiful area within easy walking distance to beach. Commuter train station to New Haven (12 minute train ride), with connections to NYC
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$200 per night (for up to two people)
$1200/week
$3000 per month (off-season: Sept. through May)
Additional $50 per person fee charged for more than two guests
$100 cleaning fee waived for stays of three or more nights
$250 refundable security deposit required for confirmation
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Stunning Contemporary with Easy Access to Yale
Year Purchased: 2010
Why the Owner Chose New Haven
Unique home with great light and spectacular views in wonderful beach community with easy access to New Haven and Yale.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Views of the marsh from nearly every room lend a peaceful atmosphere to this unique home.
The quaint village of Branford with shops, restaurants, public library and historic green.
Shoreline East train to New Haven, with connections to Grand Central, New York City
Located just 10 minutes (less than 10 miles) from Yale University and downtown New Haven
Owner's Map of New Haven
We moved to Branford after living in New Haven and nearby Shoreline towns for many years. We found Branford to offer the best of all worlds, with a scenic coast reminiscent of Maine, a historical village center with great restaurants and lovely town green, all located a short distance from New Haven and Yale, with all the cultural amenities they offer. When the house we now call The Ledge Retreat became available we immediately saw its potential as a very special property built against a striking granite bluff and wanted to be able to share this with others who could appreciate its beauty. See its listing and the many rave reviews by checking vrbo listing #190548. Guests who enjoyed the Ledge Retreat and our Elinor Marsh Cottage will like Old Smugglers as well.
Property Photos
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- the deck - New Haven, Connecticut Vacation
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- dining area with french doors going out to the deck - New Haven, Connecticut Vacation
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- kitchen - New Haven, Connecticut Vacation
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- open floor plan ~ high ceilings
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- dining table looking at living room
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- living room
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- master bedroom
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- jacuzzi tub off master bedroom
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- table for two overlooking the marsh high on the hillside
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- upstairs bedroom
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- upstairs full bath with tub
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- time to read
Traveler Reviews (5)
Beautiful Home For The Holidays
Guest: Krista
(Connecticut)
Date of Stay: 12/22/11
Review Submitted: 01/18/12
I cannot recommend this home and location enough! We spent a week here over the holidays and it was the perfect oasis.The amenities were outstanding, the bedrooms were luxurious and the kitchen was wonderful. As mentioned before, the floor plan is gorgeously spacious and open. Six adults were more than able to comfortably maneuver around each other without any headaches. The house is located in a quiet neighborhood with grocery stores seemingly just around the corner. Branford itself was an ideal spot for us as we needed to pick up some last minute gifts and we found that New Haven has the loveliest boutiques. The owners, Blair and Barbara thought of everything and couldn't have been nicer to deal with. We would wholeheartedly recommend this property to anyone!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
New England Travelers
Guest: Charles and Lynda Webb
(Statesboro, GA)
Date of Stay: 11/15/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
The description of this house does not do it justice because it cannot convey how liveable and comfortable it is. The open floor plan and abundant windows make it seem airy and spacious, and the interesting art work provides visual delight. Of all the vrbo homes we have visited, my husband and I agree that this is the one we would most enjoy living in. It was meticulously clean and functional, providing every amenity one could possibly require. The owner was exceptionally helpful and pleasant to deal with, even going so far as to turn on lights and music for our arrival and providing breakfast for the first morning. He answered every question we had and researched the answers to those he did not know immediately. The home's location was ideal - within walking distance to the beach and a park. Branford is home to many good restaurants and has a nice small town feel. Yale is nearby, and provides so many cultural opportunites that one should never be bored.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
WONDERFUL!
Guest: Suz
(Calfiornia)
Date of Stay: 07/18/11
Review Submitted: 11/24/11
We spent a week at this Branford home and it was wonderful. The house is immaculate and beautifully furnished. Everything is modern, the hardwood floors are gorgeous and the paintings and other artwork are great. The house also has a fireplace that's cozy and pretty. As beautiful as it is, the house would be very comfortable for a family with children (there were only two of us staying there). We did a lot of entertaining (typically 8-10 people at a time) and everyone loved the place. The house is spacious and open, so there was plenty of room to have people in for brunches, dinners, etc. We found the Harbor Market close by and they provided the food at a very reasonable cost for our get-togethers with relatives and friends. This made everything easy. The house is about 5 minutes from the beach by car and 15 minutes away from New Haven. The deck is great, there are bikes in the garage, it's quiet, and the owner is very hospitable, leaving English muffins, juice and other goodies in the fridge so we wouldn't be hungry after our late arrival from the West Coast. We loved this place and look forward to spending more time there on our next Connecticut vacation.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, girls getaway.
Great weekend getaway
Guest: Mickey
(Baltimore)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11
Review Submitted: 10/16/11
This was a terrific space for a reunion of retired college roommates. The house is spacious, welcoming, and fully equipped for everything from cooking and dining to watching old movies and catching up on email. The art work, the wide open space design and the furnishings are first class. The beds are very comfortable and the site is beautiful. The owners thoughtfully provided some provisions for a first morning breakfast and left information about local restaurants and other attractions. This is a great getaway location, in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to local towns, beaches, and the city of New Haven. We highly recommend it.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway.
Delightful cottage
Guest: Susie
(Fort Wayne, IN)
Date of Stay: 04/21/11
Review Submitted: 07/24/11
My husband and I had a wonderful time at this cottage while visiting our son at Yale. The house had everything we needed, including internet access and the added bonus of being close to the campus. We especially enjoyed viewing the wildlife in the marsh The owners were great and very accommodating. We will definitely be back.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
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