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Rare! Private Beachfront House in Madison CT - Sleeps 8 - Last Min Availability

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Aerial view of house
Back deck overlooking ocean
Side porch overlooking ocean
Side deck with dining area and grill overlooking ocean
Living room with fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

First Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Rare! Private Beachfront House in Madison CT - Sleeps 8 - Last Min Availability

Situated on one of the premier sandy beaches on the Connecticut coastline, this house is a true gem. The owners only list it on occasion so it gets less wear and tear than other listings.

Located on almost .75 lush acres, this 4-bedroom home sleeps 8 (plus a crib) and is a private oasis for just lounging around on the beach, playing in the yard with kids, or exploring Connecticut's coastal towns.

Walk outside and relax on one of your decks overlooking the ocean. Take a dip in the water - this exclusive beach is only accessible to the few homeowners who have houses on it. Explore nearby towns such as Guilford and Old Saybrook or spend the day in New Haven visiting the many downtown museums and shops.

Features:
- Direct beach access (only available to neighborhood homeowners and their guests)
- Two outdoor decks on the first floor and a balcony off master bedroom
- Outdoor furniture including dining table, lounge chairs and plush seating (in season)
- Covered porch overlooking the ocean
- Gas grill
- Central A/C
- Outdoor shower (in season)
- Wifi
- Full kitchen with coffee maker, blender, pots, pans, etc.
- Washer & dryer
- DVD player with a selection of DVD's
- Fireplace
- Swing set on community beach next door
- A selection of board games and outdoor games
- Beach chairs and beach toys (in season)
- Linens including beach towels

__ BEDROOM / SLEEPING CONFIGURATION __

Master Bedroom (Water Views):
King Bed
Attached Full Bath
Outdoor Balcony

Guest Bedroom (Water Views):
Queen Bed
Baby Crib (not counted in total sleeping count)

Kids Bedroom:
2 Twin Beds
A third, trundle bed is also located in this room (but not counted in total sleeping count)

First Floor Bedroom:
Queen Bed
Attached bathroom/shower
Great for in-laws and older folks because of first floor location

House Rules:
- This property does not allow pets
- Minimum 3 or 4 night stay (depending on season)
- Check in after 3 pm, check out by 11 am
- This house is professionally cleaned between each guest

Note: There is also a guest house on top of the garage that is sometimes occupied. When in use, the person in the guest house does not have access to the rest of the property.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn both thermostats down to 55 degrees (in the winter) or turn A/C up to 78 degrees (in the summer)
Please put all outdoor cushions back in the side porch and place all outdoor furniture back where you found it.
Please leave the two sets of keys on the counter with the welcome packet and make sure all doors are locked. When you leave, simply press the "Schlage" button on the keypad to the front door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
You may not hire third party vendors to perform any function on the property including but is not limited to party rental, catering or valet services.
Apt unit above garage is occupied. Occupant doesn't have access to property besides driveway and garage apt. You may not park in garage / block garage
You may not erect any permanent or temporary structures on premises, including tents.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Madison

Located in Madison, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Bishops Orchard and Winery and Indian River Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit RJ Julia Booksellers and Guilford Art Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Labyrinth, or check out an event or a game at Connecticut Sportsplex.
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Madison, CT

What's nearby

  • Deacon John Grave House - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Scranton Memorial Library - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • RJ Julia Booksellers - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Guilford Art Center - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Hammonasset Beach State Park - 10 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 11 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Place - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Friends & Company Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rare! Private Beachfront House in Madison CT - Sleeps 8 - Last Min Availability pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rare! Private Beachfront House in Madison CT - Sleeps 8 - Last Min Availability?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rare! Private Beachfront House in Madison CT - Sleeps 8 - Last Min Availability on May 19, 2026 start from $912, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rare! Private Beachfront House in Madison CT - Sleeps 8 - Last Min Availability?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rare! Private Beachfront House in Madison CT - Sleeps 8 - Last Min Availability?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rare! Private Beachfront House in Madison CT - Sleeps 8 - Last Min Availability located?

This family-friendly Madison vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Deacon John Grave House, RJ Julia Booksellers and Scranton Memorial Library. Guilford Art Center and Hammonasset Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, helpful host
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very helpful and thoughtful host of a great beachfront home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whit B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was in great shape. Can't beat the waking up to the sunrise over ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped kitchen! Everything we needed for our family Thanksgiving dinner was there! Beautiful home and special setting. We could see the sunrise and the sunset over the the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Gorgeous setting, awesome house, and great service. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property and experience

Absolutely loved this stay. We had family visiting of a wide array of ages and this home gave us the perfect blend of exactly what we needed. Communication and care from the owners was next level, they were so kind and helpful during our stay. 12/10 - we hope to come back again !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful beach house getaway

Perfect vacation house and the hosts are very welcoming!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect start to the summer

This was the perfect, most beautiful location with endless water views. Our teenage kids absolutely loved the beach and swimming to the dock. The yard is so large, a rare find for being on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great.

The location is spectacular. Great views, nice beach right, very private., large lot. Nice beach walking to the East. All is as shown on the web site. The house is comfortable and very well equipped. Communication was perfect. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful CT shore family vacation spot

A great place for a family to get together and enjoy life on the CT shore. Quiet yet close to plenty of restaurants and shopping. Well equipped with appliances, utensils and items for staying in. Excellent communications with the owner Ross.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay. Highly recommended.

My family spent a week at the house and thoroughly enjoyed it. The location is fantastic, right on the water, with amazing views. It's a particularly good location for families with little kids (we have a four year old) because the beach is right out the door and you never have to get in the car. The beach itself is nice, filled with shells, and always empty. Many days we were the only people, other than a dog walker or two. The house is nice, clean, and well stocked. We had two small kids, my wife and I, and three grandparents staying at the same time, and we were comfortable. The property is beautiful and the ocean is visible from everywhere. The owner is extremely easy to deal with and answered all of our questions. The neighborhood is nice and quiet and great for taking walks. Madison and its large Stop & Shop is eight minutes away, and Guilford is 10 minutes in the opposite direction. We were very happy with our choice and would rent this houe again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location!

Wonderful spot with the water at the edge of the lovely yard. Typical New England beach house with well equipped kitchen, and lots of deck space. Perfect spot to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

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Why they chose this property

This is one of the nicest properties in all of Madison. A large parcel of land with beautiful views and a sandy beach that can't be beat. The side yard is big enough to play football in and the landscaping makes it feel extremely private. We bought this house from NCAA basketball hall of fame member Jim Calhoun and rumor has it that Art Carney (The Honeymooners) and his brother used to live here.

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