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RELAXATION!! Inviting, Cozy NE Cottage, 2 min walk to 🏖️, Midcoast NYC, Boston.
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Fourth Bedroom
2 Twin Beds
Living room
1 Double Futon
master
1 Queen Bed
Second bedroom
1 Double Bed
Third bedroom
1 Twin Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
downstairs
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
upstairs
Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
RELAXATION!! Inviting, Cozy NE Cottage, 2 min walk to 🏖️, Midcoast NYC, Boston.
Convenient, Private, Relaxing ….a 2 minute walk to the waves. Old style New England summer beach home renovated for comfort!
Chapman Beach is a private, friendly, community located on Long Island Sound…Old Saybrook/Westbrook line. The Cottage is a renovated and winterized New England home. Decor is Beachy with a mix of antiques and modern….always comfortable!
Westbrook is located in central Connecticut on the Coast. Midway b/w Boston and New York off I95…Exit 65, to the cottage is a 4 minute drive. It is also located in area which makes traveling to many Connecticut attractions easy. We provide numerous basics needs for a getaway so you don’t have to.
Grocery store is <5 minutes away. Many great restaurants in area as well.
Amtrak stops in Old Saybrook and Metro North stops in both Westbrook and Old Saybrook
The NarSeaMist (exist near the mist of the sea)is a year round rental in a typical New England Beach community. In the summer it is popular for long vacation rentals. Year round we have been booked for various occasions….quick weekend getaway, Girls Getaway, families gathering in a central place
b/w Boston and New York, school vacations, small parties or events, etc. We are 2 minute drive to Waters Edge Resort and a popular wedding alternative for those seeking a more private setting.
Westbrook and Clinton outlets are minutes away (great for Girls, Christmas shopping/wrapping WE). A complete list of charming coastal towns and many Connecticut attractions (with approximate distances) have provided below.
The homes interior has been renovated and redecorated with a mix of the old and the new.
*Open space living on the first floor with full kitchen, dining, sitting areas, living room, full bath
*1/2 bath on second (there is also an outdoor shower when warmer
*3 bedrooms on second floor
*1 bedroom on third floor open to another livin
*sleep sofa in a sitting are off of kitchen
*three season front porch
*back porch with antique swinging chair
*large back yard
*parking space for up to 3 vehicles
*private beach around the corner
*6 additional beaches in the association
*Propane Grill
*wood burning fire pit
*access to local fitness, pool, sauna, steam room based on availability
*one person kayak
Whether your laying low and staying local, up for some site seeing or a little of both, Chapman Beach is a great location to start from!!! Hope to meet you soon!
Here is a list of some of the local attractions you may be interested in. They are primarily in order of distance. Please feel free to contact with any questions. I can share my experience
*WESTBROOK—cute quaint, smallest of the area villages yet booming with the best restaurants out of any of them. These include Cafe Routier (the shoreline hot spot), Christy’s, Haywire, Lenny & Joes, Bill’s Seafood, etc. You can eat your way through Westbrook while enjoying its beautiful shoreline!
.Best Muster...visitors from all over come here for a huge weekend event. Amazing.
.Westbrook green offers great events and concerts through out the warm season
.Waters Edge Resort and Spa--3 minutes
The best views of LIS while dining! They also offer live entertainment and a note worthy Sunday brunch.
.Westbrook Premium Outlets, 7 min
.Hiking entrance to The Preserve
*OLD SAYBROOK —located at the entrance to Connecting River on Long Island Sound.
Approx 8 minutes
.Main St/The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center(The kate)--8 minutes....great boutique shopping, spa’s, restaurants, salons, and ice cream shops!
Saybrook Point Inn offers a lovely Spa and one of the best restaurants in area, Fresh Salt.
.Miniature golf
.Water Sport Rentals and Fenwick Golf Course are in O.S.
.Boating rentals/trips available
. Hiking entrances to The preserve
*ESSEX VILLAGE—My favorite quaint New England town!!! Nestled in on the shores of the Connecticut River. Main Street offers a beautiful walk with the end of the street bringing you to the river. Central Main Street has a lovely park on the river as well often offering events throughout the season. The town bustles all year round with fine dining and shopping. People here have a love for dogs as I see them walking everywhere😊
Approx 13 min to Main Street
Here you will find many unique shops and restaurants. Including the Griswold Inn which is considered a historic landmark by many. The maritime-themed Griswold Inn, “the Gris” for short, is one of the country’s oldest continuously operated inns, opening its doors in the consequential year of 1776. It also has a long standing restaurant and wine bar.
.Hiking Trails...Essex has many trails on the outskirts of town as well. Listing/maps available on line. Hiking entrances to The Preserve as well.
.Connecticut River Museum, Main Street
.Essex Steam Train and River Cruise—13 minutes
.Ivoryton Playhouse--14 minutes
*Clinton--Approx. 13 to minutes to Main Street
.Indian River Kayak&Paddle
board rentals/Clinton Country Club/Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets
*Madison's downtown--beautiful, quaint
Approximately 16minutes.
R.J. Julia Book Store, very popular
.Hammonasset State Park—view on line
Beach, Walking
*Guilford Town Green--20 minutes
My Second favorite of quaint shoreline towns
Beautiful Green in the center of town with events scheduled regularly.
Relaxed. Shops and dining.
*Niantic Village, East Lyme--20 minutes. Rocky Neck State Park
*Godspeed Opera House--22 minutes.
*New London--Ocean Beach Park, Mystic Whaler Cruises --23 minutes, Many other boating option's available here
.*Waterford CT--Eugene O'Neill Theater Center/Harkness Memorial State Park--28 min
*The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art Village, Oakdale--25 minutes
*The following are 30 minutes away! Mystic Village, Mohegan Sun Casino and Arena, Gillette Castle, New Haven/Yale, Middletown---Weslyan/KidCity.
*Brownstone Exploration and Discovery Park, Portland (rock climbing, zip line, water fun)--33 minutes
*Foxwoods Resort and Casino--41 minutes
*Lake Compounce Amusement Park, Bristol--42 minutes
*Six Flags Amusement Park, Agawam, MA--60 minutes.
The shoreline towns west of the Connecticut River to New Haven are connected by the Shoreline East Railway. This is also a pleasant way to visit New Haven and it’s incredible architecture and City Vibe!
Hope to Host You Soon.
Kindly,
Mel
Chapman Beach is a private, friendly, community located on Long Island Sound…Old Saybrook/Westbrook line. The Cottage is a renovated and winterized New England home. Decor is Beachy with a mix of antiques and modern….always comfortable!
Westbrook is located in central Connecticut on the Coast. Midway b/w Boston and New York off I95…Exit 65, to the cottage is a 4 minute drive. It is also located in area which makes traveling to many Connecticut attractions easy. We provide numerous basics needs for a getaway so you don’t have to.
Grocery store is <5 minutes away. Many great restaurants in area as well.
Amtrak stops in Old Saybrook and Metro North stops in both Westbrook and Old Saybrook
The NarSeaMist (exist near the mist of the sea)is a year round rental in a typical New England Beach community. In the summer it is popular for long vacation rentals. Year round we have been booked for various occasions….quick weekend getaway, Girls Getaway, families gathering in a central place
b/w Boston and New York, school vacations, small parties or events, etc. We are 2 minute drive to Waters Edge Resort and a popular wedding alternative for those seeking a more private setting.
Westbrook and Clinton outlets are minutes away (great for Girls, Christmas shopping/wrapping WE). A complete list of charming coastal towns and many Connecticut attractions (with approximate distances) have provided below.
The homes interior has been renovated and redecorated with a mix of the old and the new.
*Open space living on the first floor with full kitchen, dining, sitting areas, living room, full bath
*1/2 bath on second (there is also an outdoor shower when warmer
*3 bedrooms on second floor
*1 bedroom on third floor open to another livin
*sleep sofa in a sitting are off of kitchen
*three season front porch
*back porch with antique swinging chair
*large back yard
*parking space for up to 3 vehicles
*private beach around the corner
*6 additional beaches in the association
*Propane Grill
*wood burning fire pit
*access to local fitness, pool, sauna, steam room based on availability
*one person kayak
Whether your laying low and staying local, up for some site seeing or a little of both, Chapman Beach is a great location to start from!!! Hope to meet you soon!
Here is a list of some of the local attractions you may be interested in. They are primarily in order of distance. Please feel free to contact with any questions. I can share my experience
*WESTBROOK—cute quaint, smallest of the area villages yet booming with the best restaurants out of any of them. These include Cafe Routier (the shoreline hot spot), Christy’s, Haywire, Lenny & Joes, Bill’s Seafood, etc. You can eat your way through Westbrook while enjoying its beautiful shoreline!
.Best Muster...visitors from all over come here for a huge weekend event. Amazing.
.Westbrook green offers great events and concerts through out the warm season
.Waters Edge Resort and Spa--3 minutes
The best views of LIS while dining! They also offer live entertainment and a note worthy Sunday brunch.
.Westbrook Premium Outlets, 7 min
.Hiking entrance to The Preserve
*OLD SAYBROOK —located at the entrance to Connecting River on Long Island Sound.
Approx 8 minutes
.Main St/The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center(The kate)--8 minutes....great boutique shopping, spa’s, restaurants, salons, and ice cream shops!
Saybrook Point Inn offers a lovely Spa and one of the best restaurants in area, Fresh Salt.
.Miniature golf
.Water Sport Rentals and Fenwick Golf Course are in O.S.
.Boating rentals/trips available
. Hiking entrances to The preserve
*ESSEX VILLAGE—My favorite quaint New England town!!! Nestled in on the shores of the Connecticut River. Main Street offers a beautiful walk with the end of the street bringing you to the river. Central Main Street has a lovely park on the river as well often offering events throughout the season. The town bustles all year round with fine dining and shopping. People here have a love for dogs as I see them walking everywhere😊
Approx 13 min to Main Street
Here you will find many unique shops and restaurants. Including the Griswold Inn which is considered a historic landmark by many. The maritime-themed Griswold Inn, “the Gris” for short, is one of the country’s oldest continuously operated inns, opening its doors in the consequential year of 1776. It also has a long standing restaurant and wine bar.
.Hiking Trails...Essex has many trails on the outskirts of town as well. Listing/maps available on line. Hiking entrances to The Preserve as well.
.Connecticut River Museum, Main Street
.Essex Steam Train and River Cruise—13 minutes
.Ivoryton Playhouse--14 minutes
*Clinton--Approx. 13 to minutes to Main Street
.Indian River Kayak&Paddle
board rentals/Clinton Country Club/Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets
*Madison's downtown--beautiful, quaint
Approximately 16minutes.
R.J. Julia Book Store, very popular
.Hammonasset State Park—view on line
Beach, Walking
*Guilford Town Green--20 minutes
My Second favorite of quaint shoreline towns
Beautiful Green in the center of town with events scheduled regularly.
Relaxed. Shops and dining.
*Niantic Village, East Lyme--20 minutes. Rocky Neck State Park
*Godspeed Opera House--22 minutes.
*New London--Ocean Beach Park, Mystic Whaler Cruises --23 minutes, Many other boating option's available here
.*Waterford CT--Eugene O'Neill Theater Center/Harkness Memorial State Park--28 min
*The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art Village, Oakdale--25 minutes
*The following are 30 minutes away! Mystic Village, Mohegan Sun Casino and Arena, Gillette Castle, New Haven/Yale, Middletown---Weslyan/KidCity.
*Brownstone Exploration and Discovery Park, Portland (rock climbing, zip line, water fun)--33 minutes
*Foxwoods Resort and Casino--41 minutes
*Lake Compounce Amusement Park, Bristol--42 minutes
*Six Flags Amusement Park, Agawam, MA--60 minutes.
The shoreline towns west of the Connecticut River to New Haven are connected by the Shoreline East Railway. This is also a pleasant way to visit New Haven and it’s incredible architecture and City Vibe!
Hope to Host You Soon.
Kindly,
Mel
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About the neighborhood
Westbrook
Located near the beach, this cottage is in Westbrook Center, a neighborhood in Westbrook. Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center and Florence Griswold Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Saybrook Country Barn and Stay and Play LLC. Traveling with kids? Consider Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center and Essex Steam Train. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Westbrook, CT
What's nearby
- Tanger Outlets - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
- Chalker Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- Mohegan Sun Casino - 27 min drive - 50.7 km
- Yale University - 31 min drive - 56.3 km
- Foxwoods Resort Casino - 39 min drive - 66.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Dunkin' - 4 min drive
- Dunkin' - 16 min walk
- Pasta Vita - 6 min drive
- Parthenon Diner-Old Saybrook - 4 min drive
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Reviews
Dec 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Carol E.
Jul 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carol E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Andrea M.
Dec 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrea M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aviv P.
Jan 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay
Aviv P.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marie C.
Nov 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Marie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jenn M.
Aug 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach stay
Jenn M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beth M.
Nov 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Getaway
Beth M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Luise M.
Dec 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Christmas
Luise M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Jessica S.
Aug 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Jessica S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
Sep 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
Jennifer M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle S.
Aug 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage
Michelle S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Carol H.
Jul 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great liocation
Carol H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heath M.
Jun 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Beach House
Heath M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan D.
Oct 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall getaway
Susan D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
isabelle d.
Mar 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
isabelle d.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deirdre I.
Jun 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
Deirdre I.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen P.
Nov 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy shoreline cottage
Stephen P.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim B.
Oct 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3rd stay
Kim B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jim A.
Mar 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Positive Experience
Jim A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Scott K.
Jan 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
Scott K.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Patricia L.
Apr 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leaning family holiday
Patricia L.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bernadette M.
Aug 25, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we had a great time the cottage was well appointed with everything we needed clean and beach decor!
Bernadette M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Stephen P.
Dec 3, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place by the beach
Stephen P.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Deborah D.
May 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house, lovely and cozy! We had a great time!!
Deborah D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ellen P.
Dec 16, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a girls’ weekend
Ellen P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
About the host
Hosted by Mel Archer
Hello,
Welcome to my VRBO adventure. My nickname is Mel. I am married to Lee and have four daughter's--Marlee, Olivia, Madeleine and Emily. We also have a dog, 2 cats and a bunny. We have family in Westbrook and I first began visiting Chapman Beach when I was a kid. ... I truly feel it is a hidden gem! It is Perfect for laid back family and friend getaways, where you can reconnect and enjoy the calming beach atmosphere. I recommend putting away the electronics as much as possible and breaking out the books, games, puzzles and cards!!! We lived in this community for many years and loved the safe, carefree ways of beach living. In the summers my kids would look forward to their seasonal friends coming back each year, excited to crab, play and create new adventures. I am happy to offer my labor of love to you in hopes you get to experience what I have found so special. When not booked we will definitely be squeezing in some family time! Looking forward to meeting you in the near future!
Welcome to my VRBO adventure. My nickname is Mel. I am married to Lee and have four daughter's--Marlee, Olivia, Madeleine and Emily. We also have a dog, 2 cats and a bunny. We have family in Westbrook and I first began visiting Chapman Beach when I was a kid. ... I truly feel it is a hidden gem! It is Perfect for laid back family and friend getaways, where you can reconnect and enjoy the calming beach atmosphere. I recommend putting away the electronics as much as possible and breaking out the books, games, puzzles and cards!!! We lived in this community for many years and loved the safe, carefree ways of beach living. In the summers my kids would look forward to their seasonal friends coming back each year, excited to crab, play and create new adventures. I am happy to offer my labor of love to you in hopes you get to experience what I have found so special. When not booked we will definitely be squeezing in some family time! Looking forward to meeting you in the near future!
Why they chose this property
LOCATION.... steps to the beach, great community and centrally located on the Connecticut shoreline for an easy commute to many popular destinations. Train station 5 minutes away.
ATMOSPHERE...The comforts of a year round home with that simple cottage charm.
ATMOSPHERE...The comforts of a year round home with that simple cottage charm.
What makes this property unique
Gorgeous Waterview when turning onto Fox St. (Lane as per street sign), Location to beach, quiet dead end road with no traffic driving by unless it is someone visiting you. Quaint Coastal New England atmosphere. Comfortable front and back porches. Large back yard for the kids, outdoor games, picnics or relaxing under the shade of a beautiful tree on the Hammock. Outdoor shower (a necessity at the beach)! Daisy and her ice cream truck visiting most nights in the summer (not just for the young). Many attactions close by for those who are adventurous. Centrally located in Connecticut. Great area for walking.
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