3-story Victorian overlooks harbor - walk to beach, stores, restaurants, marina
Location: New London, Connecticut, USA (Near Casinos, Mystic, Coast Guard Academy, New York, Boston)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 11-14)
Reserve now for FALL WEEKENDS and HOLIDAYS!
Reserve any two nights for $700 (extra nights $150 each)
HOLIDAY RATES (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's):
3 NIGHT MINIMUM: 3 nights @ $1200 (add extra nights at $150 each)
WELCOME
to our beautiful and gracious, 3-story, completely renovated, Victorian-style house overlooking picturesque New London Harbor. Walk or drive 5 minutes to a quiet public beach, a beautiful private beach or to magnificent Ocean Beach Park. The 2,160 square foot house is ideal for a family beach vacation and is within an easy walk to many attractions, shops, restaurants and 2 full service marinas. Available year round (3 night minimum in summer; 2 night minimum off-season), you can arrive any day of the week. The house has 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, sleeps 11 to 14 and has gleaming hardwood floors throughout, a brand new kitchen and 2 sparkling new bathrooms. The family will enjoy the large third floor activity room with a real arcade console game, an XBOX video game system, a video library, and a 42 inch TV with DVD and VCR. The kids will also enjoy a wide variety of toys including dolls, Legos and much more. Mom and Dad will enjoy relaxing on the covered front porch, watching the waterfront activity or grilling a family picnic in the private back yard. New London Harbor has ferry boats coming and going, sailboats galore and even an occasional submarine, complete with sailors standing on deck.
THE HOUSE
First floor: new eat-in kitchen (fully equipped), living room with queen Broyhill sleeper sofa, dining room with sitting alcove, laundry room, new bathroom with tub/shower, wireless internet hub.
Second floor: three bedrooms - (two spacious queen rooms with ceiling fans, one double), new bathroom with claw foot tub
Third floor: large fourth bedroom (sleeps four - one queen and two twin beds) AND large (23' by 19') family activity room with cathedral ceiling (w/ twin bed and room for sleeping bags)
COMPLETELY FURNISHED FOR VACATION FUN
The house is completely furnished with linens, towels, paper products, cooking utensils, and laundry products. The first floor laundry room has a large load washer and dryer. In the private, fenced back yard you'll find lawn chairs, dining table and chairs, and a gas grill. We even supply beach chairs, umbrella, cooler and beach toys!
BRING THE WHOLE CREW
Besides the 4 bedrooms sleeping 10, an additional single bed is available in the family activity room, so 11 persons can be accommodated in beds. Plus, on the first floor there is a comfortable Broyhill queen-size sleeper sofa. For a still larger group, we have a rollaway and inflatable and lots of room to accommodate them. For babies, we have available a crib, high chair, and stroller.
SIT AND ENJOY THE VIEWS
Watch the exciting comings and goings in the harbor from your windows or porch. The beautiful US Coast Guard tall ship "Eagle" has its home dock just below. Submarines go by almost daily from the US Navy sub base on the opposite shore. Ferries to Long Island and Block Island and lobster boats, fishing boats and sailboats come and go to the marinas a block away. Dock your own boat, within a minute's walk, there at a transient slip. The summer of 2009 will bring visits to New London by giant cruise ships gliding serenely past.
PARK THE CAR AND WALK
Within a 5 minute walk you can be at the New London town beach (Green's Harbor) with parking, lifeguard, grassy playground and picnic tables. This beach is especially good for small children as the sand is clean and the waves are small. The family can also walk to Fred's Shanty - a real New England Clam Bar - as well as several other restaurants, Giuliana's Gelato (best in CT), Michael's Dairy Ice Cream, a cafe/market and a wine/package store. Also enjoy shopping and eating at Saeed's International Market within walking distance.
RIDE BIKES OR DRIVE
With a 3 minute drive, you can be at our private attended beach (Guthrie Beach) on the Long Island Sound. This has larger waves and a swimming and diving platform. Just down the street another half mile is beautiful Ocean Beach Park with Connecticut's longest white sand beach and boardwalk, arcade, food, mini golf, children's rides, Olympic-sized pool, nature trails and a children's splash park. Nearby is the historic Lighthouse Inn with formal dining and also pub fare. A day spa and salon are also at the Inn if you feel like being pampered. Bike riding is easy along New London's shaded quiet streets. Launch a kayak and enjoy miles of protected, quiet water in the Thames River or nearby coastal waterways.
MORE ATTRACTIONS NEARBY
Within a half-hour drive are three giant casinos, Mohegan Sun, MGM Grand and Foxwoods with unlimited food and entertainment. The family will LOVE the new Jimmy Buffet Margaritaville at the Mohegan! Also visit the U.S. Coast Guard Academy or the Navy Submarine Base with a great free submarine museum. Downtown New London, about one mile away, has art galleries, restaurants, the ferry terminal to Long Island and Block Island and the train station with regular service to New York and Boston. New London's Fort Trumbull State Park has a beautifully restored waterfront Civil War era fort with walking trails. At Captain Scott's Lobster Dock nearby, you can dine outside on fresh seafood sitting at picnic tables as you watch the lobster boats come in with their catch.
SAILFEST - THE SUMMER FESTIVAL
The week after the 4th of July is Sailfest time. This three day event is one of the biggest summer festivals in Connecticut. You'll be able to easily get to the festival venues from the house and you'll watch the giant fireworks display over the harbor from your porch.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: All four bedrooms are air conditioned.
- Washer: First floor laundry room.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Beach towels are provided also.
- Off Street Parking: Parking for three to four cars in driveway, and more parking on the street in front of the home.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Thamesport and Burrs Marinas just down the street.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3)
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (3)
- Convertible Bed: First floor queen Broyhill sleeper sofa, cot, inflatable bed.
- Crib: Also, one pack'n'play can be provided upon request.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : Twlevisions in game room (42 inch screen), master bedroom, living room, and third floor bedroom.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: We have dozens of kids' movies, as well as a nice selection for adults, too.
- Video Game Console: X-Box game system and Touchmaster arcade games.
- Video Games: About a dozen X-Box games provided.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Microwave, coffeemaker, blender, toaster.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Front covered porch.
- View/Location
- Water View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance: Free long distance calling within the 48 contiguous states.
- Computer: Desk-top computer provided for computer games and music.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Wireless internet hub on first floor; bring your laptop.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Minimum age of 25, please.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
July and August 2010; $2400 per week (holiday weeks extra)
Can't stay a full week? $400 per night (3 night minimum)
Fall 2009 $1800 week/ $700 for 2 nights (extra nights $150 each)
Call or email for offseason rates (weekends, weeks, months or longer)
Cleaning fee is included in our rates!
Multi-week discounts! Stay longer and save!
50% deposit required to reserve. Fully refundable $300 security deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2008
Property Photos
- 3-story Victorian overlooks harbor - walk to beach, stores, restaurants, marina - Connecticut Travel
- Fully equipped with all supplies, the newly renovated kitchen is a joy - Connecticut Travel
- A colorful flower motif and gleaming hardwoods are in the sitting alcove - Connecticut Travel
- Cruise ships pass close to the private beach as they visit New London Harbor.
- New London town beach - a 5 minute walk from the house
- A beautiful 4-poster bed graces the master bedroom
- Enjoy the private, shady backyard with grill, swing, chiminea and lounge chairs.
- The third floor game room has big screen TV, toys, video and arcade games
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On behalf of the US Coast Guard Academy Class of '99, we were very impressed with the cleanliness, charm, and location of this warm home. This house enabled friends to see each other and catch up on our lives while sharing some old-time laughs. Speaking of which, I really dig your "Live, Love, Laugh" theme. Thank you very much and we will certainly consider this comfortable home again! Cheers!
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Randy and Carolyn, Thank you so much for allowing us to stay here. We had a great time! New London was everything I imagined and more. The house accommodated all of us comfortably and had plenty of room to sit, talk, and relax. We enjoyed the walks in the neighborhood and all this area had to offer. It was so great to have 8 adults and two children come together under one roof for such a special occasion as a wedding! The beds were comfortable and the temperature perfect for a fabulous weekend. Thanks so much.
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Amazing house - the game room was the icing on the cake. Enjoyable weekend - thank you! Kev, Alison, Daniel, Harry, Steve and Lynda
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Randy & Carolyn, Six adults, three babies, no meltdowns (at least from the adults) - must have been a successful trip! Thanks for opening your beautiful house to us; we had a great time. Mary, Tim & Stella (6 months) Sarah, Lew & Jessica (3 months) Ali, Steve, & Naomi (4 months)
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Randy and Carolyn, Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful house! Your living room was a perfect place to play "Pin the Junk on the Hunk! Thanks for the memories!
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Thank you so much for letting us stay here. My family enjoyed it and my cousin says that "This is the best vacation EVER!" I loved the touch screen arcade game and was glued to the game Wild Side. Sorry I beat some of your high scores! All in all, this is something my family is going to remember for a very long time. The Picard Family (especially from the 11 year old girl who beat your scores on Wild Side)
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We loved Guthrie Beach and Michael's Dairy. The close proximity to Mystic and the Navy base was great. The 3rd floor had tons of toys for the 7 kids in attendance. There's also a great kids park behind Michael's Dairy. Great big house for a great time!
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Our family reunion could not have been held in a better place! The house had everything plus that we needed. The adults loved the 3rd floor as much as the kids. Nights on the porch talking about fond memories were the best! Thanks for a great house ! Loved Fred's Shanty!
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Your house is a great rental. It is a perfect location, quiet neighborhood, close to everything and the house itself has everything anyone would ever need. The 3rd floor is the best! I read the diary of past renters and agree with them entirely. We as a family were either upstairs playing with the kids on the 3rd floor or relaxing on the porch. We West Coast visitors don't really have porches so we enjoyed sitting on the front porch visiting, watching, reading, relaxing etc.
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Randy and Carolyn, Great place - want to redo my house?!! Enjoyed the area; always good biking here! Thanks!