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Ennis Cottage - A holiday by the sea!

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Property grounds
Beach
Aerial view
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Yard
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Branford, CT
  • Place, Foote Memorial Park Tennis Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Yale University
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Hammonasset Beach State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Ennis Cottage - A holiday by the sea!

Beautiful one level cottage with kitchen, family room, bedroom and bath. Private back yard with grill and seating

Private neighborhood beach, Clamming, kayaking around the Thimble Islands, explore the Ct River, the casinos are an hour drive, Outlet shopping 1/2 hour drive. New Haven is approximately 12 minutes drive which offers theaters, museums, galleries, bars, restaurants, cultural events, seasonal events and so much more. The casinos are just a 50 minute ride to the North.

Just a few miles from the train to New York. Centrally located to fun or relaxation. Take your pick.

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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
Must be approved by owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed!
There is only one parking spot for this cottage- no exceptions.

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Branford

Pine Orchard, a neighbourhood in Branford, is home to this holiday home. Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Bill Miller’s Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hammonasset Beach State Park and Farm River State Park. Polished and Shoreline Trolley Museum are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Foote Memorial Park Tennis Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Yale University - 14 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Hammonasset Beach State Park - 20 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Quinnipiac University - 26 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater - 39 min drive - 49.4 km

Getting around

  • Branford Station - 7 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stony Creek Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Doma On Main - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Archie Moores - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪G Cafe Bakery Branford - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lockworks Tavern - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ennis Cottage - A holiday by the sea! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Ennis Cottage - A holiday by the sea!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ennis Cottage - A holiday by the sea!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ennis Cottage - A holiday by the sea!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ennis Cottage - A holiday by the sea! located?

Located in Pine Orchard, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Foote Memorial Park Tennis Center, Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Stony Creek Brewery. Polished and Stony Creek Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ennis Cottage is cozy and in a wonderful location! Access to the private beach and the backyard provided needed peace and quiet during a busy week. I will definitely stay here again for future trips to Branford.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

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

Great location by the beach

Great location and nice little cottage. Enjoyed being back in Branford.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

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

Great location, wonderful host

The area is really great with so many fun things to do. It’s right across the street from a nice cozy beach. The host was super responsive and even mailed us an item we left at the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage. Helpful host
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had an amazing time. This cottage was perfect for us & our dog. Trish was very responsive, the cottage is clean, the neighborhood is safe & beautiful. The beach is located right across the street & the backyard offers privacy. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute little cottage. Being an older couple the bed was a little hard to maneuver, but we managed. Over all we had a nice time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Great Little Gem

Branford is home to our family and this spot was a perfect place to drop the bags! Quient place, clean with all you need for 2 people
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely adorable small cottage perfect for me. I had a friend from out of town come for a dew days along with my pooch and still had plenty of room. Just a lovely time to turn off and enjoy the perfect beach and water. Patricia was a delight to deal with!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc F.

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

Amazing Ocean Destination

Steve is Amazing, proactive, thoughtful, thorough, and provided an awesome consumer experience! His place is perfection. Beautiful semi-private beach, incredible walkable neighborhood, exactly what we were hoping for!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Audrey C.

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

Simple no fuss stay

Wonderful communication and accommodation from our host. She gave us easy to navigate directions and great restaurant recs. If you have mobility issues, this property may not be the right choice. The bathroom/bedroom area is super small so maneuvering can be a
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

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

Mini vaca in Branford cottage

Really enjoyed walking my dog among the many residential seaside streets. Although the private beach doesn’t allow dogs, Ennis Cottage has a fenced in private yard so my puppy got some off- leash playtime. The space is as pictured plus the queen sofa opens to as bed. There is excellent cell service& nice restaurants in walking distance
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Cute spot

Cute place. Private beach across the street. Clean and functional.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie L.

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

Quaint cottage close to the beach, restaurants, shopping. Loved the private beach.

Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Relaxing & Convenient Place to Spend the Week

This was a very nice property for a couple or a small family. It was located near the best restaurants with convenience to all the CT shoreline has to offer. It was a great place to walk with the water being right across the street. It was a pleasant and relaxing place to spend a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia F.

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

Great Cottage

Quiet location within walking distance to private beach. Short distance to restaurants and other activities. Nicely furnished and responsive hosts. Stayed here previously and will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Shana J.

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

Week at the beach!

We had a lovely time! The beach was about a 2 minute walk away which was fabulous! Sadly there were a lot of jelly fish so no swimming this time! Trish was very communicative and when we had an issue with WiFi she worked quickly to address it. Bed was a bit small (full) and in an alcove so only one way in and out. Very tiny bathroom but served it’s purpose. Our dog loved the cottage! She could see out the window and enjoyed the AC. They were very accommodating to pets which we so appreciated! Hope to be back again maybe in the fall!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott p.

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

Great Stay

Great small cottage. Very comfortable and everything came as advertised. Nice yard and neighborhood for our dog. Would enjoy staying again.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

Relaxation at its best

Loved my week at Ennis Cottage. The beach is only steps away so I spent the majority of my time there. The house itself is tiny but perfect for 1-2 people. Had everything I needed and the owner was responsive when I had a minor issue. Bedroom and bathroom are very tiny but again not much more that you need for a short stay. Would love to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgeann P.

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

Beach bungalow

Lovely cottage, stellar host!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Liked: Check-in, location

An Opportunity to Get-Away

The time of the year and the beach across the street which I had to myself made the stay at the cottage relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamzine N.

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

Great single/couples getaway

Cute, clean cottage near the beach. Has everything a single or couple may need. We enjoyed our stay, and would considering coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Great weekend getaway

We had a great stay. The property is very clean and located right by the beach with easy parking. Overall, the property is exactly as described on the website and the images are very accurate. We were a little surprised by how small the bedroom was but it did not impact our stay. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gladys R.

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

Wonderful, relaxing vacation!

Super cute cottage for 2 people nicely decorated with everything you need directly across from the beach! Beautiful beach; water is very clean and great for swimming and boating. Would definately do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

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