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Newly Renovated Cottage on Historic Estate with Private Beach Access

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A garden pathway leading to a greenhouse with a wooden pergola overhead.
A modern kitchen with light-colored cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a striped rug on the wooden floor.
A dining room with a rustic wooden table, six chairs, and two decorative rabbit figurines. There are two windows with views of a yard, and a white door to the right.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and two lamps.
A cozy room with a patterned armchair, a small round table with a lamp, and a wicker bench.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Old Lyme, CT
  • Place, Rocky Neck State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Shell Marina
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Florence Griswold Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Newly Renovated Cottage on Historic Estate with Private Beach Access

If you are looking for a peaceful retreat with incredible water and natural landscapes, you have found it. This is the perfect location surrounded by nature.

This two-bedroom cottage is located on a private, historic family estate, and offers acres of open land with views of the Long Island Sound and the mouth of the Connecticut River, Saybrook lighthouses, marshes and coves teeming with birds including Osprey, Heron and Egret. There is access to private beaches on the Long Island Sound (a 5 min walk) where you will often be the only people you can see. If you enjoy photography, this is one of the best locations for unique photos and memories.

Cottage details: The cottage was fully renovated in 2023 with all new appliances, has a second story balcony and an outdoor stone patio. It has full baths on both the 1st and 2nd floors and a washer and dryer on the second floor. The kitchen is fully equipped, and the house has both heat and AC. Pillows and blankets are supplied at no charge. There is a pull-out couch in the living room. Please supply your own sheets and pillowcases for the twins and king bed, or bedding can be provided for a fee. No smoking allowed in the house. The normal rental period is for a minimum of 7 days during the high season (June-Sep), check in is 4:00 PM on Saturday with check out at 11:00 AM Saturday.

Old Lyme environs: There are plenty of things to do in the Old Lyme and surrounding area, with unique shops and art galleries. Old Lyme is a central location for many activities. Nearby are rivers and coves convenient for kayaking and sailing. The Mystic Seaport is a short distance away, as are Gillette's Castle, the Essex Steam Train (and boat ride), Devil's Hopyard Park, the Florence Griswold Art Museum, the Godspeed Opera House for summer shows, Chamard Vineyard, golf and fine dining (The Griswold Inn in Essex) and the best pizza, ice cream, and grinder shops in New England. Peace and quiet are the watchwords on this private lane.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
There are other neighborhood dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3300112vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Old Lyme

Located in Old Lyme, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hammonasset Beach State Park and Ocean Beach Park, while Florence Griswold Museum and Essex Steam Train are cultural highlights. Saybrook Country Barn and Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Old Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • Rocky Neck State Park - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • beach near Shell Marina - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Ferry Landing State Park - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Florence Griswold Museum - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Old Lyme Historical Society - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 10 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee’s Country Market & Catering - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lyme Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ashlawn Farm Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Renovated Cottage on Historic Estate with Private Beach Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Newly Renovated Cottage on Historic Estate with Private Beach Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Newly Renovated Cottage on Historic Estate with Private Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Renovated Cottage on Historic Estate with Private Beach Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newly Renovated Cottage on Historic Estate with Private Beach Access located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Lyme Academy of Fine Arts and within 6 miles (10 km) of Old Lyme Historical Society and Ferry Landing State Park. Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine and Florence Griswold Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Caroline Griswold

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We (Caroline & JT) own Joe's house a part of our family estate that's been in the family since the 1600's. We consider ourselves stewards of this unique, historic, peaceful and beautiful setting at the mouth of the CT river. Our family loves our visits from our neighborhood osprey, egret, heron, fox, rabbit, deer and even the occasional coyote! And we enjoy maintaining and improving the property year-after-year and love sharing it with others who value the same things.

What makes this property unique

Privacy, history, nature, beach

Languages:

English

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