Located in Old Saybrook, this holiday home is by the sea. Essex Saybrook Antique Village Shopping Center and Tanger Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail and Ferry Landing State Park. Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center and Saybrook Country Barn are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Burger King - 4 min drive
James Farmacy Organic Cafe and Juice Bar - 4 min drive
Paperback Cafe - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Saybrook Almost Beach-Front, Private Beach, Boat Launch, Shallow Dock, Secluded pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Saybrook Almost Beach-Front, Private Beach, Boat Launch, Shallow Dock, Secluded?
As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saybrook Almost Beach-Front, Private Beach, Boat Launch, Shallow Dock, Secluded on 16 Jun 2027 start from £963, 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 at Saybrook Almost Beach-Front, Private Beach, Boat Launch, Shallow Dock, Secluded?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Saybrook Almost Beach-Front, Private Beach, Boat Launch, Shallow Dock, Secluded?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Saybrook Almost Beach-Front, Private Beach, Boat Launch, Shallow Dock, Secluded?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Saybrook Almost Beach-Front, Private Beach, Boat Launch, Shallow Dock, Secluded located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Harvey's Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of General William Hart House and Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center. Saybrook Country Barn and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This property has amazing views from the back porch and just steps to the beach. Old Saybrook has a ton to offer and this location is just a short drive into town
We had a wonderful stay! The home was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. We accidentally overlooked that linens and towels were not included when we booked because we were flying in, but the host was incredibly accommodating and worked with us to make sure we had everything we needed. Their communication was excellent, and they went above and beyond to help make our stay stress-free. We truly appreciated their kindness and hospitality and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Perfect beach house if your goal is to have a cottage feel with 80 steps to the ocean. Great for kids with awesome low tide and nice spot for fishing and crabbing in the backyard.
We truly enjoyed our stay even though we had some rain! The living room is large enough for everyone to work on a puzzle or play a game - so we weren't bored. The access to the water via the dock was great for our kayaks and paddle boards. And walking the beach at low tide was awesome - even when it wasn't sunny. We walked to both the town beach and Harvey's Beach. There were a lot of fans, but if you book a really hot week, it doesn't hurt to bring 1 or 2 more. There is only 1 bathroom, but with the outside shower it worked out fine. The kitchen is fine and has a really long table, but our favorite spot to eat was the porch.
We enjoyed our stay here immensely! The beach was beautiful and the house is within walking distance of Harvey's Beach and the OS Town Beach. Sand bars at low tide are perfect for young kids and long walks. My 12 year old son skimboarded for hours every day. The kitchen has a lot of utensils and pots/pans/baking sheets. The fridge and freezer were on the small side, so we planned our grocery shopping accordingly. The living room is spacious and bright and was perfect for game night with a crowd. The patio offered amazing dinners with a view of the salt marsh. Be sure to bring your own linens and blankets - the nights got downright cool with the ocean breeze.Communication with the hosts was great - we had a small issue and they were quick to help correct it. Overall, we had a great stay. The house is a true New England cottage in a wonderful location!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Sharon F.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disappointed
The place was not that clean. Outside porch and back seating areas were not even swept. Carpet throughout which were not clean and left a musty smell upstairs. The garbage bins were overflowing from previous renters. The animals were getting into it.My sister and her husband stayed there. They wanted their grandson to stay but with the upstairs having issues with moldy smells, they thought it was not safe. After a thorough cleaning of the bathroom and wipe down of the downstairs upon arrival, they felt better staying there. The location is the reason we chose this place. The kids love playing on the sandbars. Having a private beach was nice.
Family of seven with 5 adult kids ages 19-30. The space was big enough for all of us with the front yard big enough for regulation corn hole and shady for a break from the sun. The beach was right out front. We loved it at both high and low tides- definitely plan happy hour on the sand bar if your tides are right. We crabbed, kayaked and used our flat bottom jon boat off the private docks in back. The extra parking was priceless. I thought the listing said two bathrooms but I was mistaken. Thankfully the one bathroom worked out for us and the plumbing held up to all seven of us. We definitely used the outdoor shower and the extra hose for rinsing at the back door was invaluable. We used the grill and laundry facilities. There were enough pots pans and dishes for our mostly breakfast and lunch cooking. Plenty of seating inside and out. My 80+ year old folks came one afternoon and I’m glad they didn’t stay with us because the stairs would’ve been too much for them and the toilet was too low but we had no difficulty with it. We all enjoyed our stay.
We had a great stay! The bedrooms were perfect for what we needed and the common space was set up well for a group and was great to spend time in. The location was absolutely incredible, a very short walk to a beautiful beach. We had a few special circumstances and the host was amazing to work with and so helpful and accommodating. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend it!
We loved this house. It was old but that gave it that beach cottage feel. The private beach was only steps away and we loved fishing and crabbing off the dock. Would definately recommend.
Hosts are awesome and communicate very well. This place is all about the location.... 10 second walk to a private beach which is really all that matters. House is adequate with a good size living room .... it was clean.... no central air but we knew that and brought fans.... house is dated inside but everything worked. If you looking for a lavish house with top grade amenities this is. not for you however you will pay double to get those. For the price and location you can’t beat it. Would rent again!
Our family have been going thru VRBO annually for over 10 years now, renting homes from NH to Myrtle Beach. This was our worst rental yet. I spoke to the very pleasant owner to get check-in instructions. I wished the owner's pleasantness and the perfect almost beach-front location of the house could have made up for the condition of the house we found ourselves in. We had approval to check in early at 2:00 (Sunday) having been told that the house was cleaned the day before (Saturday). To the owner, please check with your cleaning service because they sure didn't do a good job.
-as soon as we entered, all we could smell was the mustiness. With Covid, we expected a smell of bleach or cleaning agents. We had to spray and sanitize the place ourselves.;
-floors were so dirty, we needed to vacuum.
-closets, the outdoor shower and the back porch / furnitures were full of cobwebs; so too was the garage where the washer/dryer are located rendering them unusable.
-instructions were to bring our own linens; good thing because the sheets and the mattress cover in the bedroom to the right of the stairs had blood stains.
-coffee pot was full of molds.
-the refrigerator was dirty
We loved the beach access and the quaintness of the old house but cleanliness should be the utmost importance specially with what we're dealing nowadays. It left an unpleasant experience to what could have been a much awaited family beach vacation after a 3-month quarantine.
Sincerely,
Marijo Fadrigalan July 5, 2020
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Dale N.
23 Sept 2018
Charming beach house!
The house has great water views and backs up to the marsh with docks for crabbing and fishing. Great spot for the kids! Front porch is an ideal spot for coffee in the morning while enjoying the view.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Dale C.
26 Aug 2018
Home just off a beautiful beach, perfect for children
Because the week was so warm & humid, house became a bit uncomfortable. Front deck was nice! Place was not exactly clean though & lacked some basic necessities like toilet paper, soap, paper towels & a working fan for the living room.
So glad you provided the Pack & Play for the baby.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
george b.
3 Oct 2017
perfect destination for a hideaway. A shady spot on the beach, how rare and wonderful.
Great house for a runaway week or weekend. Cool shady spot, yet right on the beach. Comfortable beds and plenty of room. Sunsets just a stroll away. Couldn't have been happier with our weekend getaway. Private and quiet, everything anyone could want. Loved it!