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Delightful Getaway Cottage in Giants Neck Heights Beach Community

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A paved pathway leading to a house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A paved patio with stone steps leading to a grassy area, surrounded by trees and a house in the background.
A living room with a fireplace, a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a television.
A living room with a wooden coffee table, a bookshelf, a television, and a dining area with a chair and table.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with a bottle and glasses, a small side table with a bowl of fruit, a door with a glass window, and a white door with a decorative panel.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On-site fitness center
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Rocky Neck State Park
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Niantic, CT
  • Place, Rocky Neck State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rocky Neck State Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Giants Neck Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Delightful Getaway Cottage in Giants Neck Heights Beach Community

Enjoy a romantic getaway at this cozy home.
Roaming back yard with grand, multi-level stone patio with lighting. On extra chilly nights or weather-challenged days, fire up the wood stove and relax with a glass of wine. Within walking distance to a private beach and Rocky Neck State Park, or use our parking pass for one of the GNHA beach parking spots! The backyard abuts a nature preserve with several walking paths. 3 miles from Niantic Main Street, boardwalk, restaurants, breweries, shops, marinas, and museums. Niantic is a charming village center within the greater Town of East Lyme.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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:
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Thank you for staying with us! Be sure you’ve collected all your personal belongings including- Phones, chargers, cables Glasses Keys Medications Clothes Wallets/purses Beach gear
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
ENJOY!! Nice, neighbors in a peaceful beach community!
Call or text to arrive early or leave late. We will gladly accommodate if possible!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3238560
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Niantic

Located in Niantic, this cottage is near the beach. Ocean Beach Park and Rocky Neck State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Book Barn and Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut. Tumbleweeds and White Gate Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Niantic, CT

What's nearby

  • Rocky Neck State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rocky Neck State Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Giants Neck Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mohegan Sun Casino - 26 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino - 40 min drive - 48.0 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 14 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lyme Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Llorona - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Sol - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful Getaway Cottage in Giants Neck Heights Beach Community pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Delightful Getaway Cottage in Giants Neck Heights Beach Community?

As of Aug 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Delightful Getaway Cottage in Giants Neck Heights Beach Community on Oct 7, 2026 start from $286, 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 Delightful Getaway Cottage in Giants Neck Heights Beach Community?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful Getaway Cottage in Giants Neck Heights Beach Community?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Delightful Getaway Cottage in Giants Neck Heights Beach Community located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Rocky Neck State Park and Rocky Neck State Beach. Giants Neck Beach and McCook Point Beach are also within 3 mi (5 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 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage! Everything that we needed to stay comfortably was there. Close to a lot of good restaurants in a quiet neighborhood. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and well appointed. Perfect for my get away. Will rent again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was better than expected. The hosts thought of everything. It is a beautiful, quiet place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really loved this place it was so quaint and beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dennis T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terence D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good. However, WiFi access needs to be updated on VRBO.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 4, 2026
Terrance, Thank you for your insights! Appreciate it very much!!! Bob
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie N.

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

Lovely home, great location!

This house was so cozy and welcoming. We loved having some games to play, cozy beds, and an easy walk or drive to the local beach--great for kiddo!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mindi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and comfortable. We especially loved making a fire in the wood-burning stove every evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is very well-maintained and in a wonderful neighborhood. The hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2025
Bonnie, Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased that your stay was so successful! Regards, Bob & Jill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberta F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our "cottage" was a clean, cozy, calming, comfortable place for us to stay on our extended weekend visit. It was nicely appointed for a seaside community. Guests can be assured of thoughtful care and planning for their needs - should a USB cable, a toothbrush, any other sundries be forgotten, the hosts had stashed away extras in bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen drawers. The hosts' pride of ownership definitely shows. Our cottage truly felt like a home away from home, and a much-needed respite in a busy, somewhat exhausting trip. We would have loved to stayed longer, under different circumstances, but maybe we'll make it back someday. Thanks to Bob & Jill, for their hospitality!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marge D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described. Our stay was excellent. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute cottage, newly refurbished, quiet, nice neighborhood, well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke K.

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

Nice cottage in quiet neighborhood

This was a nice, quiet cottage perfect for 4 adults. Had everything for a weekend - easy in and out, comfy beds, good kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Impeccable property in a quiet charming neighborhood with easy beach access.Everything you need and more. No expense spared to accommodate guests' needs.Very stylish decor.Lots of fresh air.Will absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2025
Alex, Thank you for the wonderful review! It’s great when a host is fortunate enough to have such guests as you and your family! Please keep us in mind when you come this way again! All the best, Bob & Jill
Verified review

8/10 Good

george p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean. Kitchen had all the supplies we needed. We like this location in Great Neck. Private beach access. Great place to walk. People are very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 29, 2025
Hi George, Thank you for the kind review of your stay with us. You are great guests and we would love to have you back in the future as well as highly recommend you to other hosts! Enjoy! Bob & Jill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cody K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was incredible, so clean and very accurate to what was described in the listing. Bob and Jill were very helpful and insightful in what to do around the area. If you are looking for something quaint and in a nice and quiet neighborhood very close to beach access, this is your place to be! We enjoyed ourselves and would rent here again, thanks for a fun weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2025
Cody, Thank you for your kind review of our property and your stay in Niantic, CT. It is one of our most satisfying experiences to have great guests like you enjoy a stay with us. We would love to have you return again soon! Fondly, Bob & Jill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia E.

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

Sweet spot in Niantic

Clean and comfortable spot on a quiet street a short drive from the beach and downtown Niantic. It had everything we needed and the owners were responsive to our questions when we booked.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This updated turnkey cottage was extremely well-equipped with everything we needed. It was very attractively decorated. Beds were comfortable and A/C kept us cool. It was a short drive to the private association beach that borders Rocky Neck State Park with easy drop-off and convenient parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 27, 2025
Mary Jo, Thank you for your thoughtful review of the property. We strive to be sure everyone has an exceptional experience. Fondly, Bob & Jill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was great leading up to check-in which went smoothly. The house was clean and the kitchen had appliances, along with plenty of dishes, glasses, and silverware to use. The location is great- a short drive to the beach which was amazing. It was a quiet neighborhood but just a short drive to restaurants and shopping in Niantic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and well equipped with everything we needed to have a small family Thanksgiving. Quiet neighborhood, a 5 minute drive to Rocky Neck State Park. The hosts responded immediately when I was confused about the wifi password (my fault, not theirs.) Would recommend for a small family get-together or a place to celebrate with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

katrina a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was very easy. House was super clean.Owners were quick responding. House was quaint fully stocked and had everything we needed for a mother daughter weekend away.Thank you for sharing your space with usIt’s so beautiful and cute. Be well Katrina
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen N.

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

Great cottage!

This well maintained cottage in Niantic was clean, cozy and comfortable. While we didn’t have an opportunity to cook, the kitchen was well equipped. The house plants and great selection of books was a nice touch. The owners Bob & Jill were very accessible. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roksana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how all of the necessities were provided by the owner and more. They had everything from toothpaste to deodorants to fresh coffee beans with a grinder in case you’d like some coffee. Everything was clean and comfortable. The neighborhood was quiet and we enjoyed our stay. The host was very kind. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norman R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Pleasant neighborhood with great ocean access.

Being before 4th of July weekend it was very peaceful and we enjoyed several encounters with local wild life deer and shore birds of many feathers. Beautiful well appointed home with many wonderful features, wildflower entryway, complete eat in kitchen, comfortable living room with vaulted ceiling, relaxing setup bedroom’s, walk in shower and large sink surface area, rocking front porch and large backyard with patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 21, 2023
Norm and his partner were especially delightful guests!! Kind, friendly, beyond clean and nearly invisible! We would love to have them return anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this house. It was important for us to have a place to lounge and cook while visiting family. The private beach is beautiful and a 3 minute drive, as is Rocky Neck and the Book Barn, which is one of our favorites!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2026
Katie, Thank you for your kind review. It is very important to us that our guests enjoy their time at our cottage. We strive to make it as comfortable and welcoming as possible. Please come visit us again! Sincerely, Bob & Jill

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