Location: Branford, Connecticut, USA (Travel by ferry or boat from Stony Creek, CT to island home)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms, 1.5+ Baths (Sleeps 7)
The Thimble Islands are a unique of summer homes, accessible only by boat. This home on Governor's Island, one of the larger islands with grass and trees, was built in 1898 by the owner's great-grandfather.
Islanders love bare feet, the water, swimming, sailing, kayaking, reading a book, gardening, sunsets and visiting with neighbors. Propane is fuel source for cooking and hot water. Low-voltage solar lighting inside the home. No electricity except by generator on a limited-basis. Drinking water comes from mainland. Unit includes a large eat-in back porch, living room, and large front porch.
Owner's family resides in separate, smaller portion of the home.
Home is also available as a five bedroom rental on a limited basis for $3,000/week.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed: 1/2 bath located near master bedroom
- Twin/Single Bed (3) : bathroom with tub nearby
- Bunk Bed
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: propane for cooking and refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Communications
- Telephone
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 30
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Other Activities
- access to private beach. shared docking for boats.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jun 20-Sep 26 .. $2000/week
Limited Basis: 5 bedrooms at $3,000/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1898
Property Photos
- Home from Main Dock View - Beach Front Vacation House in Branford, Connecticut with Private Beach Access
- Island Sunset View from porch - Beach Front Vacation House in Branford, Connecticut with Private Beach Access
- Front Porch - Beach Front Vacation House in Branford, Connecticut with Private Beach Access
- Living Room inside front door off porch
- Master Bedroom with half-bath nearby
- Bedroom with bunk bed and single bed
- Galley Kitchen
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #235860
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