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Gracious Riverfront Home where the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound Meet

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Sunset
View from the deck before a storm
Located at the mouth of the Connecticut River
Front of house
Native grasses in the early morning sun

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Old Lyme, CT
  • Place, beach near Shell Marina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Florence Griswold Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Lyme Historical Society
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Futons

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gracious Riverfront Home where the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound Meet


Discover the ultimate nature retreat at this inviting riverfront home, situated ideally in the heart of the Great Island Estuary at the mouth of the Connecticut River - one of the world's most beautiful and ecologically significant destinations.

Surrounded by three acres of meadows and lawns, this unique setting is a haven for birdwatchers, kayakers, fishing enthusiasts, and anyone seeking tranquility in unspoiled landscapes. Watch ospreys soar, herons wade, and the tides gently shift right from your doorstep.

Step onto your private deck and take in panoramic views of tidal marshes, two light houses, winding creeks, and the sparkling Connecticut River as it meets Long Island Sound.

Enjoy this all from a gracious, riverfront, air-conditioned home with bright, airy living spaces and large windows that frame stunning water views. The main house has two bedrooms that comfortably accommodate up to four guests, each with a fully renovated en-suite bathroom. An adjacent guesthouse with two bedrooms is available on demand.

You have a choice of two newly renovated kitchens to prepare local seafood and native summer produce, or enjoy the freshly renovated main deck, perfect for sunset barbecues, morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or launching your kayak.

High-speed Wi-Fi, smart TV, and all the essentials for a relaxing getaway

Adventure Awaits

Paddle through serene marsh channels, teeming with wildlife of the Great Island Nature Refuge, one of the world's most pristine nature preserves. Fish for striped bass or bluefish right off the dock. Explore nearby nature trails or take a scenic bike ride along the shoreline.

A Rare Sanctuary

The house is situated on three acres, located on one of Old Lyme's most elegant country lanes, just minutes from the center of Old Lyme and the Florence Griswold Museum and Art Academy.

It is within easy distance of Long Island Sound beaches, Mystic, Stonington, Yale, the US Coast Guard Academy, Connecticut College, Wesleyan, Chester, and ferries to Block Island and Long Island.

Amtrak and Shoreline East trains from New York and Boston stop at Old Saybrook, a ten-minute drive, and Hartford airport is forty minutes by car.

Book your stay now and experience the serene beauty and wild charm of the Connecticut River’s most treasured estuary.
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About the area

Old Lyme

Old Lyme is home to this holiday home. Ocean Beach Park and Essex Island Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ferry Landing State Park and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail. Saybrook Country Barn and Stay and Play LLC are also worth visiting.
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Old Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • beach near Shell Marina - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Ferry Landing State Park - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Florence Griswold Museum - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Old Lyme Historical Society - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Goose Island - 9 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 12 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Essex - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪James Farmacy Organic Cafe and Juice Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Monkey Farm - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cocotte - ‬10 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay. The house and property were beautiful and as advertised. We enjoyed watching sunsets over the CT river and Long Island sound. The owner and property manager were very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2025
Appreciate the review and see you soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and beautiful location in a charming house. Country walks, watching birds, butterflies, bunnies. A short drive to the beach, farm stands, ice cream and library. The views were spectacular at any time of day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2025
Thank you for your wonderful response. We have summered there for 50 years, but could not say it better
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in this lovely house was just wonderful! The perfect balance of a classic, old shore cottage with some nice updates and conveniences. The bedding was super comfy, the kitchen and living room were bright and airy, the view from the spacious deck was incredible, especially for sunset viewing. Morning coffee on the sunny patio, swims and kayaking off the dock, birdwatching and stargazing were just some of our daily activities. Between the main house and the darling guest house, we had plenty of space for our family of 4 and some rotating visitors. This place is truly a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole H.

Sehr schönes Haus an toller Lage!

Das Haus und das Nebenhaus sind sehr gut eingerichtet. Wir hatten alles, was es für einen gemütlichen und angenehmen Aufenthalt braucht. Das Badezimmer im Nebenhaus ist allerdings sehr klein. Das Check-in und Check-out waren absolut unkompliziert und der Hausverwalter hat sich gut um unser Wohl gekümmert. Es war eine tolle Woche mit Freunden in einem grossartigen Haus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Here's this review in English! The house and the neighboring house are very well furnished. We had everything needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The bathroom in the neighboring house is very small. The check-in and check-out were absolutely uncomplicated and the caretaker took good care of our well-being. It was a great week with friends in a great house! Thanks to Carole and her group for the review. We're so glad you enjoyed the house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Outstanding in all respects!

Awesome! Where do we begin… first and foremost we can’t thank the owners and caretaker (Jeff) enough for the amazing stay and opportunity to enjoy this incredibly beautiful, charming property, filled with tender loving care and warm, family atmosphere just like home. This well appointed, clean, spacious and conveniently located Old Lyme, CT home was perfect for celebrating our daughter’s graduation from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT and attending the many Academy graduation events (not more than 20-25 minute drive). The breathtaking views of the Connecticut River, Great Island Wildlife Area and sunsets were absolutely magnificent. The home and front yard overlooking the water was ideal for family celebrations, outdoor activities, and bon fires at the available fire pit, cookouts, and quiet strolls along the riverfront. This home was perfectly designed and built to create wonderful, lifelong family memories and its’ numerous pleasant and comfy accents will make any special occasion unforgettable. The home itself has a large, bright kitchen with plenty of counter space and it’s open, spacious floor plan with large dining room and table, outdoor patios and expansive, walk-out deck (equipped with awnings and patio furniture) are perfect for both outdoor and indoor entertaining. Even during inclement weather, we had plenty of space in the living room to set up extra tables allowing us to continue enjoying the awesome riverfront view and wildlife bird preserve full of amazing creatures, especially the resident Ospreys and Swans nesting nearby. Moreover, the detached, nearby guest house provided plenty of extra sleeping capacity and was perfect for younger family members to just hang out and chill. We highly recommend this property, especially to those who are seeking good old fashion family fun and relaxation, and most importantly lifelong, special memories. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
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