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150ft+ Direct Waterfront! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft
Popular amenities
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Waterford, CT
- Place, Flanders Plaza Shopping Center1 min drive
- Place, Mohegan Sun Casino16 min drive
- Place, Foxwoods Resort Casino31 min drive
- Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)17 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2nd Floor Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Sofa Bed
Main Floor Bedroom
1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Upstairs Sitting Area
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
150ft+ Direct Waterfront! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT
Updated throughout in 2024... Book your Summer 2025 Vacation now... swimming, fishing, sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding on the Niantic River and Banning Cove!
Your summer vacation starts here... Charming 2-bedroom cottage, nestled alongside the beautiful Niantic River, located on the Riverhouse Estate in Waterford, Connecticut. With park-like grounds throughout, the property includes access to 200+ feet of private, direct waterfront on the Niantic River. Guests can enjoy outdoor living with plenty of seating, a gazebo, and grill (accessories included). The lower-level yard with direct waterfront access, features a picnic area, SUP and kayak rack storage, and a fire pit.
The cottage sleeps up-to six people and has parking for two guest vehicles. The bedrooms are located on the first and second floors. Enjoy your vacation on the Connecticut coastline. Conveniently located halfway between Boston and New York City.
BEDROOMS: The first-floor bedroom includes a Twin/Twin bunk bed and a single Twin bed. The upstairs, primary bedroom includes a Queen bed. Located at the upstairs landing is another Twin bed. There is a Smart TV in each bedroom. An additional Single cot is available if requested.
KITCHEN: The fully stocked kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, crockpot, coffee pot, plates, cups, and utensils. Be sure to check out the spices and "odds and ends" cabinet.
BATHROOM: There's a full-size tub and shower and standard size toilet. Towels and guest toiletries included.
LAUNDRY: The laundry room is located on the first floor off of the bedroom and includes a full-size washing machine and dryer. Limited laundry detergent and dryer sheets included.
LIVING ROOM/DINING ROOM: Enjoy the large sectional couch, Smart TV, 4-person dining table and chairs set, and fully stocked bookcase and games center.
NEW FOR 2025: Use of 3-person outdoor infrared sauna.
Located up-river on the Niantic River, near Banning Cove and the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve. Enjoy watching local wildlife, including bald eagles, egrets, swans, cormorants, deer, rabbits, and more. Perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts or families looking to explore the outdoors together.
Local Employers (appx. driving): Under 10 minutes to Dominion/Millstone. 10 minutes from downtown Niantic, East Lyme beaches. 15 minutes from the US Coast Guard Academy, Connecticut College, and Mitchell College. 20 minutes from downtown Mystic and Olde Mistick Village. 20 minutes from Subase New London, Electric Boat, Pfizer, UCONN Avery Point, and L&M Yale New Haven hospital. 25 minutes from Foxwoods Casino, Mohegan Sun Casino, and Backus Hospital.
Under 10-minute drive to Local Favorites: Cowlick's Ice Cream, Crown Pizza (taco pizza), Dunkin Donuts, Nana's Byrek (family-friendly, pizza/grinders), Filomena's Restaurant (Italian/live music), The Shack (breakfast), Flanders Bakery (Donuts), and Cafe NV Bakery (bagels and grilled cheese sandwiches).
The cottage is the perfect spot for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, or just relaxing and enjoying life on the Connecticut coastline. While primarily a Summer rental, the Cottage can be available for extended stays, just chat with Jessica.
Please note there are other dogs located on the estate and in the neighborhood. If you have any questions please reach out - we'd love to chat.
Dual-Jet Ski dock rental available for additional fee. Contact Jessica for details.
Parents and caregivers with young children: Need baby gear during your stay? Rent cribs, car seats, strollers, toys and more from BabyQuip! As seen on Shark Tank, BabyQuip offers clean, sanitized, safe baby gear. We’ve used them traveling and it makes a big difference! Visit https://www.babyquip.com/a/vb4x9d to make a reservation.
Owner occupied property - Riverhouse Estate.
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Your summer vacation starts here... Charming 2-bedroom cottage, nestled alongside the beautiful Niantic River, located on the Riverhouse Estate in Waterford, Connecticut. With park-like grounds throughout, the property includes access to 200+ feet of private, direct waterfront on the Niantic River. Guests can enjoy outdoor living with plenty of seating, a gazebo, and grill (accessories included). The lower-level yard with direct waterfront access, features a picnic area, SUP and kayak rack storage, and a fire pit.
The cottage sleeps up-to six people and has parking for two guest vehicles. The bedrooms are located on the first and second floors. Enjoy your vacation on the Connecticut coastline. Conveniently located halfway between Boston and New York City.
BEDROOMS: The first-floor bedroom includes a Twin/Twin bunk bed and a single Twin bed. The upstairs, primary bedroom includes a Queen bed. Located at the upstairs landing is another Twin bed. There is a Smart TV in each bedroom. An additional Single cot is available if requested.
KITCHEN: The fully stocked kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, crockpot, coffee pot, plates, cups, and utensils. Be sure to check out the spices and "odds and ends" cabinet.
BATHROOM: There's a full-size tub and shower and standard size toilet. Towels and guest toiletries included.
LAUNDRY: The laundry room is located on the first floor off of the bedroom and includes a full-size washing machine and dryer. Limited laundry detergent and dryer sheets included.
LIVING ROOM/DINING ROOM: Enjoy the large sectional couch, Smart TV, 4-person dining table and chairs set, and fully stocked bookcase and games center.
NEW FOR 2025: Use of 3-person outdoor infrared sauna.
Located up-river on the Niantic River, near Banning Cove and the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve. Enjoy watching local wildlife, including bald eagles, egrets, swans, cormorants, deer, rabbits, and more. Perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts or families looking to explore the outdoors together.
Local Employers (appx. driving): Under 10 minutes to Dominion/Millstone. 10 minutes from downtown Niantic, East Lyme beaches. 15 minutes from the US Coast Guard Academy, Connecticut College, and Mitchell College. 20 minutes from downtown Mystic and Olde Mistick Village. 20 minutes from Subase New London, Electric Boat, Pfizer, UCONN Avery Point, and L&M Yale New Haven hospital. 25 minutes from Foxwoods Casino, Mohegan Sun Casino, and Backus Hospital.
Under 10-minute drive to Local Favorites: Cowlick's Ice Cream, Crown Pizza (taco pizza), Dunkin Donuts, Nana's Byrek (family-friendly, pizza/grinders), Filomena's Restaurant (Italian/live music), The Shack (breakfast), Flanders Bakery (Donuts), and Cafe NV Bakery (bagels and grilled cheese sandwiches).
The cottage is the perfect spot for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, or just relaxing and enjoying life on the Connecticut coastline. While primarily a Summer rental, the Cottage can be available for extended stays, just chat with Jessica.
Please note there are other dogs located on the estate and in the neighborhood. If you have any questions please reach out - we'd love to chat.
Dual-Jet Ski dock rental available for additional fee. Contact Jessica for details.
Parents and caregivers with young children: Need baby gear during your stay? Rent cribs, car seats, strollers, toys and more from BabyQuip! As seen on Shark Tank, BabyQuip offers clean, sanitized, safe baby gear. We’ve used them traveling and it makes a big difference! Visit https://www.babyquip.com/a/vb4x9d to make a reservation.
Owner occupied property - Riverhouse Estate.
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Events
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Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Waterford
Located in Waterford, this holiday home is on the beach. Fort Trumbull State Park and Harkness Memorial State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mystic Seaport and White Gate Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut and The Book Barn. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Waterford, CT
What's nearby
- Flanders Plaza Shopping Center - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
- Mohegan Sun Casino - 16 min drive - 22.5 km
- Mohegan Sun Arena - 16 min drive - 22.5 km
- Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 18 min drive - 24.6 km
- Foxwoods Resort Casino - 31 min drive - 38.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Dunkin' - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Crown Pizza - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jessica Patterson
Our family lives next door to the Cottage in the main house on the Riverhouse Estate located on the Niantic River in Waterford, CT.
Why they chose this property
Charming waterfront cottage located on the Niantic River in Waterford, Connecticut just minutes from downtown Niantic (beaches, boardwalk, restaurants, shopping, etc). Friendly pets are welcome. Access to private waterfront on the Niantic River. Ideal for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, etc.
What makes this property unique
Access to 100+ feet of private waterfront on the Niantic River. The Cottage was recently updated throughout for Summer 2024.
Dual-jet ski dock rental available for additional fee.
Dual-jet ski dock rental available for additional fee.
Languages:
English
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