Located in New London, this guesthouse is near a water park and near the beach. Mystic Seaport is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Ocean Beach Park and Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration. Travelling with kids? Consider Custom House Maritime Museum and Garde Arts Center. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Neptune Park Association Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Pequot Chapel - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Ocean Beach Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Mitchell College - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
New London Union Station - 6 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Bamboo House - 13 min drive
Ocean Pizza - 5 min drive
Cumberland Farms - 4 min drive
NV Bakery & Market - 6 min drive
Recovery Room Restaurant - 3 min drive
About this property
Charming Carriage House - Beach - Ocean Views - Fireplace
About the Carriage House:
We have fully renovated the Carriage House with granite countertops and an island that seats four in the kitchen, stainless appliances, granite tile flooring in the kitchen & living room, hardwood floors in the bedroom and a fully renovated bathroom inclusive of a built in travertine shower for your enjoyment. The Carriage House has all new windows and the exterior is a gray shake with white trim.
All of our amazing guests must enjoy a personal 4.0 or higher rating with Vrbo.
The Carriage House apartment is a spacious, charming, fully equipped family friendly home in the heart of New London's beach community. The apartment is quiet, private, attractive and comfortable. Private beach, wide open views of Long Island Sound and on site parking. Your apartment has a private entrance and is located on the second floor above our detached two car garage.
Relax & Enjoy, you have found your home away from home!
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The Space Our Carriage House apartment has been fully renovated for your enjoyment whether you spend just a few nights or have an extended stay!
The kitchen is fully equipped with a full size oven, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator with an ice maker and a garbage disposal. We have serving sets for eight with our dishes, flatware, glasses and stemware. The kitchen is stocked with coffee and tea along with spices, olive oil and balsamic vinegar to get you started. All-Clad/Calphalon pots and pans, baking dishes and utensils are all included.
The sheets, towels and quilts are 100% cotton, the comforters are 100% down and the pillows are a down and feather mix.
The kitchen table is set for four with views of the New London Harbor Lighthouse. The granite kitchen island has four stools.
The main living space is furnished with a La-Z-Boy queen size sleeper sofa with an air dream mattress, two cushion chairs and a long table and a chair and lamp for your convenience or business needs. Dish Network 120 package and Wi-Fi are all provided.
We have two ceiling fans; one in the main living space and one in the bedroom, along with six windows for an ocean breeze in the summer. There is a Mitsubishi split unit for AC in the living room and bedroom if we have a more humid day.
For your convenience we have a full size washer & dryer along with a laundry basket and detergent on the first floor of the Carriage House. The washer & dryer are in a small room along with some of our personal storage.
Your apartment has its own private entrance with a keypad and is located above our detached two car garage.
Relax, get comfortable and enjoy your stay!
Guest Access We have a keypad on the outside foyer door to the Carriage House apartment and an additional keypad on your second floor entry to the apartment. We will provide you with your personal pin code in an email upon confirmation of your booking.
Interaction with Guests If you have any questions or need assistance at any time please do not hesitate to message, text, or call me at anytime. Have the best time in our New England shoreline community of New London, CT!
The Neighborhood We live in a residential neighborhood so please respect and enjoy the family atmosphere here.
We have miles of sidewalks right outside your door that run along the water. You can enjoy a walk, run or even stroll to one of our local restaurants, ice cream parlors and/or Ocean Beach Park which all are within a 1.5 mile walk for the adventurous. Our own private beach is just across the street to be enjoyed year round.
New London is proud to be home to the Coast Guard Academy, Connecticut College, Mitchell College, Ocean Beach Park and Electric Boat.
Mystic is a 20 minute drive where you can visit the Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium, the Village and of course one of a kind shopping in Downtown Mystic.
For some Casino fun we have the Mohegan Sun, a 25 minute drive, and Foxwoods, a 45 minute drive, both nearby.
Drive to Boston or New York in 2 hours without traffic or jump on Amtrak in New London and enjoy the ride.
Getting Around We live in a residential area so a car is the easiest way to enjoy all of the sites within an hour of our home. If you bring your bicycles you will enjoy miles of sidewalks along the shore. Amtrak Train service is located in downtown New London and is a great way to access Boston and New York.
Other Things to Note There is a guest book on the desk, please feel free to sign it and leave comments and suggestions for us as well as for future guests. We are committed to a premium guest experience and value your feedback. Moreover, future guests appreciate tips for things to do and places to eat that you particularly enjoyed.
We have a 2 night minimum stay at our Carriage House. Relax, get comfortable and enjoy your stay! Check In 3 pm Check out 11 am No Smoking No Pets No Parties or Events Cleaning Fee $60 This is our home and we ask that you treat it like you would your own. We live in a residential neighborhood so please respect and enjoy the family atmosphere.
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
No events allowed
Parties/Events are not allowed.
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed in Carriage House/Property.
We live in a residential neighborhood so please respect and enjoy the family atmosphere.
Relax, get comfortable and enjoy your stay!
Any guest booking this property needs to have a four star or higher rating.
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: Parties/Events are not allowed.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Carriage House - Beach - Ocean Views - Fireplace pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Carriage House - Beach - Ocean Views - Fireplace?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Carriage House - Beach - Ocean Views - Fireplace on 23 Aug, 2026 start from S$380, 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 Charming Carriage House - Beach - Ocean Views - Fireplace?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Carriage House - Beach - Ocean Views - Fireplace?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Carriage House - Beach - Ocean Views - Fireplace?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Carriage House - Beach - Ocean Views - Fireplace located?
This family-friendly New London guesthouse is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of New London Harbor Light and Ocean Beach Park. Waterford Beach Park and Pequot Chapel are also within 1 mile (2 km).
This has become our anniversary week getaway for the past several years. So much to do in Southeast Connecticut on the shore. Proximity to Ocean Beach is a plus. Very family friendly.
Excellent accommodations! Very clean, had everything we needed, quiet amd comfortable! Thank you for answering our questions quickly and providing clear instructions.Leslie
Leslie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ron
22 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is amazing for a short weekend stay nice and quite area working driving distance of the major attractions.
The carriage apartment was excellent. Unbelievably clean and well equipped. Access to the apartment and private beach could not have been easier. I would highly recommend this property to anyone.
Beautiful cottage, Super clean with everything you can imagine ! This is our second stay and will return again. It's a real gem with a fantastic host . . Their gated beach is very private and clean .
We loved the carriage house! It was so clean and updated well with a well equipped kitchen and bath. The proximity to the private beach was key. Dawn thought of everything too… even providing beach towels, chairs, umbrella and a cooler. Thank you for a restful couple of nights!
I took my mom to New England for a short vacation to actually celebrate my 60th birthday. My goal was to find something waterfront with easy access to a beach unbelievable location unbelievable host the entire visit. I wish I could’ve extended into a week or two. If you want to stay at a beautifully decorated, Clean and easy access to water. You definitely need to stay at this cottage.
Beautifully appointed - not a detail was missed. Quiet location with a view of ferries and boats coming and going.
The hosts thought of everything a guest would need, plus more. Made access and information about resources in the suite very clear.
Recommend highly!
Everything was perfect for our family of three. The location is wonderful, with a shared private beach across the street, and a larger beach and boardwalk an easy half-mile walk away. The apartment was very clean and well appointed, with everything we needed to cook and relax on the beach. Since we flew in, we really appreciated the use of their beach towels, chairs, umbrella, and beach toys. Dawn was thoughtful, kind, and communicative. We hope to return in the future!
We enjoyed staying at the Carriage House! Private beach access, clean, and great location! Dawn is an excellent host! We will stay again if we get the chance!
Dawn is an incredible host. The apartment was immaculate and very cozy. We appreciated all the thought and care put into our stay. The beach was beautiful and the town was lovely. We highly recommend the property. Thank you!
Return guests; we stayed in here in 2021 as our first post-covid summer getaway and returned a few years later! We stay at a ton of vrbos (and similar) and rarely return to the same one twice, so our return is a testament to this great carriage house.Dawn is a meticulous, kind host with great attention to detail. As Bostonians we consider New London a real gem and we prefer it to many MA beach towns for price, accessibility, and laid-backness!
Beautiful Carriage house with well-appointed interior. Dawn has thought of every little detail to make uus comfortable. We enoyed the adirondack chairs in the backyard and the private beach just a short walk away. This deserves a galaxy of stars for the rating!