The Bay Cottage · Rocky Neck Park, Beach & Niantic

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A living room with a black sofa, blue armchairs, a small coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a double sink, a microwave, and a large plant.
A dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a vase with flowers, and a painting on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a window, a wall decoration, and a nightstand.
A house with a covered porch, a door with a red frame, and a window with a white frame.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Rocky Neck State Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washer

Explore the area

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East Lyme, CT
  • Place, Rocky Neck State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rocky Neck State Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Giants Neck Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Niantic

Located in Niantic, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. Florence Griswold Museum and Harkness Memorial State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut and Cedar Ridge Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider The Book Barn, or check out an event or a game at Waterford Speedbowl. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
East Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • Rocky Neck State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rocky Neck State Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Giants Neck Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mohegan Sun Casino - 26 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino - 39 min drive - 47.7 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 15 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lyme Tavern - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Teddy's Old Lyme Pizza Palace - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Pavilion Beach Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bay Cottage · Rocky Neck Park, Beach & Niantic pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bay Cottage · Rocky Neck Park, Beach & Niantic?

As of Nov 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bay Cottage · Rocky Neck Park, Beach & Niantic on Jan 3, 2027 start from $191, 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 The Bay Cottage · Rocky Neck Park, Beach & Niantic?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bay Cottage · Rocky Neck Park, Beach & Niantic?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bay Cottage · Rocky Neck Park, Beach & Niantic located?

This family-friendly Niantic vacation home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Rocky Neck State Park and Rocky Neck State Beach. The Book Barn and Giants Neck Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very cute and welcoming. Linens were very clean and comfortable. Excellent supply of towels for every room. One thing to note is that the beds are on the firm side, so keep that in mind if you are a squishy bed person. Super easy to check in. Only 20 minutes from Mohegan and about 5 minutes from prime Ninatic dining and shopping. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house suited our needs for a place to stay while attending a nearby family reunion. Communication and check in were great and the house is very comfortable (very nice mattresses, sheets, pillows).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a good place to stay. The outdoors was not swept but otherwise everything was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is nice and cozy. I would recommend staying. Just 1 thing The tv’s are programmed. Couldn’t upload any apps. Other than that it’s not bad
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One night in Niantic

Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pros: communication with property owner was very good and check-in process was easy; location of cottage was convenient to I95 and just a few minutes from Rocky Neck State Park and beach. Comfortable furniture and mattresses, quiet neighborhood.Cons: no top sheets for the beds; no dressers or chests of drawers in the bedrooms; very low water pressure in master bath shower and loose fixtures; yard and decks littered with dead leaves and debris from the trees, same with deck furniture and cushions. Outdoor spaces need attention, including the soiled American flag in the front.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 1, 2025
Hi Beverly, Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're happy to hear that you found our communication to be good, the check-in process easy, and the location convenient. We also appreciate you noting the comfortable furniture and quiet setting. We take your feedback seriously and want to apologize for the issues you encountered. We're already working to fix the low water pressure and secure the loose fixtures in the master bath. We're also addressing the lack of dressers and will make sure our linens are complete with top sheets going forward. Regarding the outdoor spaces, we’re sorry they weren't up to standard. Our team is scheduled for a full yard and deck cleanup to remove the leaves and debris. Thank you for making us aware of the flag—we will replace it immediately. We hope you’ll give us another chance in the future to show you the high standard of quality we strive for.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The location and property itself were great, but we had a few issues during our stay. The hot water heater was not working when we arrived, so we were unable to take showers for the first two days. To the owner's credit, it was eventually repaired.There was also a persistent musty odor throughout the unit. In addition, the listing advertised air conditioning, but the seasonal AC units had not yet been installed, making it difficult to cool the place down and sleep comfortably.As a final first impression, shortly after we arrived a neighbor stopped by to ask that we notify the owner about garbage left behind by the previous guests that had attracted animals.Despite these issues, the property itself has a lot of potential and could be an excellent rental with a little more attention to maintenance and readiness.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was the perfect destination for our summer vacation to Niantic and the Connecticut shore. Our family has been camping at nearby Rocky Neck State Park for the past 40 years. The close location of this home was exactly what we needed while vacationing for the first time with our newborn. This was also the very first time we used the VRBO app. This entire process exceeded our expectations. The home was clean, efficient, and we felt very safe having our newborn there for five days. We can’t think the management team enough, who was always quick to respond to our questions. Thank you for helping make our vacation such a memorable and enjoyable one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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