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Historic cottage 100 yards from private beach on private compound

Family-friendly holiday home in Branford

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Private beach
Stairs from beach with Little Point swimming dock in distance.
Exterior
Exterior
Entering from pathway door

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Stony Creek Brewery
  • Place, Shoreline Trolley Museum
  • Place, Yale University
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic cottage 100 yards from private beach on private compound

Built in the 1800’s this cottage is one of the originals on the point and full of family history. There are only 9 homes in this private beachfront community that sits on Long Island Sound. Enjoy tennis court, diving board, dock, fishing, water sports and of course simply relaxing on the beach or if you want to venture out of this quiet wonderland there are plenty of things to do within 5 miles of our compound. Take a train ride and see the wetlands, hike the trails or do some shopping in Branford. If you want to travel a little further, Mystic Seaport is a great day trip and of course New Haven is full of festivals, food and cultural events.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet time after 10pm

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Branford

Located in Branford, this holiday home is near the beach. Stony Creek Brewery and Rose Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Orchard Hill Plaza Shopping Center and Louis' Lunch. Travelling with kids? Consider Shoreline Trolley Museum, or check out an event or a game at Connecticut Sportsplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Branford, CT

What's nearby

  • Stony Creek Brewery - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Shoreline Trolley Museum - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • East Haven Town Beach - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Yale University - 12 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Branford Station - 7 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Branhaven Plaza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Branford Townhouse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic cottage 100 yards from private beach on private compound pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic cottage 100 yards from private beach on private compound ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic cottage 100 yards from private beach on private compound ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic cottage 100 yards from private beach on private compound located?

This family-friendly Branford holiday home is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Double Beach, Shoreline Trolley Museum and Stony Creek Brewery. East Haven Town Beach and Hagaman Memorial Library are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Gwyn

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This house along with most around it were built by our great great grandfather in the 1700 and 1800’s. We (3 siblings) inherited it from our grandmother who grew up on the point. The house and the private point it inhabits is rich with its own history and a little slice of heaven where you can be as in touch or out of touch with the outside world as you want. Life has its own slower pace here and the peacefulness of times gone by rejuvenates the soul, at least for us. That is not to say there isn’t plenty to do with water activities, tennis, clamming, exploring. Mornings enjoying a cup of coffee on the porch while taking in the view of the water, evenings often move us to the back yard area where we can gather and visit around a fire after a good meal. For us this place is family, careless summers where the love of sailing, tennis and rainy days playing board games on the porch or reading a book was ingrained in our souls as kids and many of our guests say they can feel the history as well. Gwyn, Richard and Shaun each rediscovered this joy while spending time there last summer after the year round tenants moved on and decided to follow the original plan, use it for the month of June and support the house by renting it out for others to enjoy the rest of the year. We hope people will enjoy their time here and want to come back yearly as regulars.

Why they chose this property

Private and peaceful, safe for kids to run around yet plenty fun summer stuff to do both on the water and off.

What makes this property unique

Private oasis where you can see people or not as you wish, enjoy the private community tennis court, beach and water activities or visit town museums and walking trails not 5 min away.

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English