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A little Gem 💎water front cottage style beach home

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A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of a lake.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.
A covered patio with wicker furniture, a blue patterned rug, and a view of a lake.
A grassy yard with two Adirondack chairs, a hammock, and a white table. Boats are docked in the background.
A dining area with a round table covered in a floral tablecloth, surrounded by wicker chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•3 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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East Lyme, CT
  • Place, Hole-in-the-Wall Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tumbleweeds
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

A little Gem 💎water front cottage style beach home

Views like you’re on a boat , cozy little gem cottage style of a home, in quaint village of Niantic. Sit on the beach just out the back door or sit in the sunroom and feel like your out doors. Restaurants near By and shopping. Sun room not heated

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn off any air conditioning or lights, please take in all outdoor cushions and umbrellas. Please put things back to where they belong or where you found them.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties and loud noises after 10pm , neighbors will hear and complain please message us when you check in and out.
Please take all trash to small brown barrel outside when you leave .
Please Rinse off Sand before entering house

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3004587vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Niantic

Located in Niantic, this holiday home is on the beach. Ocean Beach Park and Mystic Downtown Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Olde Mistick Village. Check out an event or a game at Mohegan Sun Arena, and consider making time for Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration, a top attraction not to be missed. Kayaking, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Map
East Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • Hole-in-the-Wall Beach - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Tumbleweeds - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • The Book Barn - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Rocky Neck State Park - 8 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 19 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fat Tuna - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A little Gem 💎water front cottage style beach home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A little Gem 💎water front cottage style beach home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A little Gem 💎water front cottage style beach home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A little Gem 💎water front cottage style beach home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A little Gem 💎water front cottage style beach home located?

Nestled on the beach, this Niantic holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Tumbleweeds, Hole-in-the-Wall Beach and Amtrak Beach. McCook Point Beach and Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Susan H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The overall stay at this little gem of a cottage was lovely. We enjoyed the ambiance of the sunroom during the day and evening. Well equipped, easy parking, easy access to town shops, churches and restaurants. Peaceful and friendly neighborhood with waterfront beach and a great place to enjoy the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay, our hosts were very accommodating and Little Gem had beautiful views and all the comforts of home. A great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

C S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was excellent! The house is very clean and furnished comfortably with delightful decor. The location on the water with the small beach was perfect and there is plenty of seating to enjoy the view indoors or out. The bedrooms are quiet with comfortable bedding. Quiet neighborhhod is nice for taking a walk. If it was warmer we would have loved to go kayaking. We have already booked a second stay in the fall!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peggy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our needs

The cottage was terrific for a casual stay on the waterfront.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrice F.

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

Perfect location for a Nana and her granddaughter!

Wonderful beachfront property with sunroom, patio, and private walk-out beach area with views of awesome seal life, birds and boats.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Merry M.

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

Such a sweet little cottage with great sunrise over the water

This was a 2 nite retreat for some marathon sewing- loved watching the River and birds at the feeder.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Perfect Getaway!!!

This truly is a gem! It was perfect for a quiet getaway. Property is very well stocked and feels just like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lanetta G.

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

Truly Beautiful

Such a beautiful vacation spot. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henry M.

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

Excellent

My daughters thoroughly enjoyed their stay. They found the house well furnished, equipped, and loved the location. We intend to rent your cottage again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie P.

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

Simply…perfect!

This home is perfect in every way! Not a detail was missed of either comfort or necessity. The views are priceless!! We hated to leave. Would stay again without a doubt!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

We had an amazing time

We loved this property and had such a great time with our daughter. The beach was perfect for her to play in the sand and having the kayak/ paddle boards available were such a fun addition. We wish we could have stayed longer! Highly recommend and plan on coming back :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne D.

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

Quiet quaint water peace

We were pleasantly surprised by this lovely view, the comfortable sunporch and well appointed home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will return! The host was very responsive and helpful. Check out was a breeze!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great House, Great Location, Great Host

The place was as described in the listing and photos including the river view. It was fully furnished, well stocked, and nicely decorated. The enclosed sun patio was bright and comfortable even on a rainy day. The host made the check-in easy and was responsive to questions. The place was indeed a little gem.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May, 2024
Thanks Jim !! Can’t wait to have you back !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn J.

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

Coastguard Option

My husband, Mom and daughter stayed here as it is close to the Coastguard Academy. They had a wonderful time, the setting was perfect and everything was clean. If they had one negative it was that they couldn't work the TV!!! Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Truly a gem!

The place sits in a quiet neighborhood right on the water with a cute patio nice yard and little beach. Was too cold for water activity but great for watching wildlife having a coffee in the morning and a glass of wine in the evening. Close to town. Has everything you need. Would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jaclyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true gem: spectacular location on a quiet and safe street. The backyard was perfect for the kids to play in the sand and there is even a small community playground that we discovered a short walk away. House was clean and well appointed. April was quick to communicate with questions before and during our stay. The only reason why I am not giving it an overall five star rating is that a few minutes after the heat kicks on, there is a series of extremely loud clanging noises. This caused us to wake up a few times throughout the night, even with a sound machine going. While I would not come back again during the off-season due to this, I would love to return over the summer months when the heating system is not in use.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view of the bay is wonderful with some wildlife. Linens and bedding: luxurious. Kitchen: quite complete. LIving areas: varied and plushwith lots af different places to sit and look out at the view. Beach patio for afternoon cocktails. Cozy dining room for dinner. Breakfast coffee in the Kitchen Garden. Walk to the Three Belles Marina for lunch. Modern, but the 1939 original house peeks through all the time. It's like staying in a friend's house with family photos, etc. Very personal and warm.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

April T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property

This was a nice place to spend a week. It’s right on the water and the house itself if cute and comfortable. The check in was a bit tricky but I think that was more Vrbo issue. However the host was very available and nice. I left and item and she was super accommodating in assisting me to retrieve it. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable! Even nicer than the pics show. Hosts were accessible and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

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

Beautiful Setting Right on the Water!

The views from this property can't be beat! It's an idyllic location right on the water, in a quiet neighbor. We watched birds and fish, and sunrises and sunsets. We loved that the house had a sunroom, so when it got cold (or our first day, it rained), we could sit in there and still feel like we were outside, without being right out in the elements. The sunroom was also very bright, so even thought it was rainy, it still felt bright. The house is all one floor, so if you have anyone in your party who has difficulty with stairs, this is the location for you. The living area was perfect and the house had everything we needed. This is also a great location, where you have all that Niantic has to offer, but it's not far from Old Saybrook or Essex. The owners could not have been nicer or more prompt responding to us, and even though our stay may be considered "out of season", they made sure a table and chairs, along with adirondack chairs for the yard, were still out for us to enjoy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by April iovanna

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Why they chose this property

Very peaceful and lovely area

What makes this property unique

15 steps to the beach, quaint cottage
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