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BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery!

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A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn, a small porch, and a garage.
A living room with a blue sofa, a coffee table, and a painting of a beach scene.
A living room with a blue sofa, a white coffee table, and a staircase.
A living room with a staircase, a blue sofa, and a white coffee table.
A living room with a television, a coffee table, a blue armchair, a staircase, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Branford, CT
  • Place, Stony Creek Brewery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Yale University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery!

This charming early 1900’s carriage house is 250 yards from the beach, marinas, dock & a park! It has hardwood floors throughout and is about 1200 sq ft. It also has it's own backyard. The center of town which has lots of shops & restaurants is just a few minutes away... you could even walk it! The train station is 1 mile away & a Brewery is around the corner! New haven is only 10 minutes! You can't beat the location... or the house! We have a single kayak and a double kayak available for free!

There are two parking spaces available in the driveway
You have your own private backyard... and the entire house is yours! There are ski resorts approximately 30 minutes away!!

There will be an additional $150.00 fee added for all pets. Please contact before booking with a pet for approval if pet is over 40 pounds. Thank you!


House rules
You'll be staying in someone's home, so please treat it with care and respect.
Checking in and out
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
Self check-in with lockbox
During your stay
4 guests maximum
Pets allowed
No parties or events
No smoking
Additional rules
Must do your own dishes. please no sand in the house, keep it on the beach! 😀. Must clean up after your own animals 💩
Before you leave
Gather used towels and sheets
Throw trash away
Turn things off
& Wash your dishes please 😃

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets under 40 pounds only. $150.00 for all pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3653570vb
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 deadlock

About the area

Branford

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Branford Center, a neighbourhood in Branford. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Farm River State Park and West Rock Ridge State Park, while Shoreline Trolley Museum and Stony Creek Museum are cultural highlights. Polished and Lighthouse Point Carousel are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Branford, CT

What's nearby

  • Stony Creek Brewery - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Yale University - 12 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Hammonasset Beach State Park - 21 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater - 37 min drive - 45.2 km

Getting around

  • Branford Station - 16 min walk
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Branhaven Plaza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Branford Townhouse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery! located?

Located in Branford Center, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Stony Creek Brewery, Double Beach and Polished. Branford Hills Plaza Shopping Center and Branford Supply Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km). Branford Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and very charming and comfortable cottage. Worked great for our daughter‘s Yale graduation weekend. We loved exploring the beautiful surroundings. Host was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much and thank you for staying with us. Hope to see you again soon! 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dara c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute spot! Perfect for a weekend. We stayed with our 2 toddlers and 2 small dogs and the size of the house was great for us and really cozy. Host was super sweet and accommodating. I needed a hairdryer last minute and very early in the morning and she dropped one off to me. She’s just hospitality forward and I appreciated that. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2026
Thank you so much! It was very nice to meet you! Come back soon! ☺️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and beautiful property. Enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much! Come back anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great. Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here my wedding weekend! It was perfect for the 2 of us and our dog. Clean and the location was great! Enjoyed our stay! Perfect little getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much!! And congratulations!🎉
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our 2 night stay here. Very quaint and comfortable ! Nice neighborhood !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov, 2025
Thank you! It was a pleasure having you! 😃
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely, comfortable, and quiet property! The host is very communicative and personable! She responded right away to any questions that we had about the property. My family really enjoyed our stay, and we look forward to returning to explore the local area more!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri L.

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

Perfect place to stay

This Carriage House is exactly as described. Wonderful location and setting, just steps away from Branford Point. Hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jacob s.

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

Wonderful house

Beautiful area, close to the beach, with a wonderfully kept house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tracey s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was ideal and it was so nice to be so close to such a cute little beach!The house itself felt very homey, and the owner went out of her way to decorate things in such a cute way and provided anything you could possibly need!I would most definitely stay there again. I enjoyed it so much!
Sitting and watching the sunset!
The view walking up from the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much, Tracy. We loved having you! Hope To see you again soon!! 😃
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Comfortable cottage

Loved the feeling of being in a family cottage near the beautiful water and pretty old homes
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayme K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect extended weekend getaway for our family and dog. The house had everything we needed and communication with the host was easy. The beach was extremely close with calm waters and beautiful views. My husband and son enjoyed fishing off the dock and rocks. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much, Jayme ! We would love to have you all back anytime. It was a pleasure! 😃
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elliot S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As described. Nice small beach down the road. Thanks for your quick responses and hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much… We would love to have you back anytime! 😀
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda L.

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

Cozy beach yrip

Wonderful property and host. Well-stocked and homey. Beautiful location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2024
Thank you so much! Come back anytime!! 😃
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Nice place

Great property easy check in, close to the water. No issues at all. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

cute, quiet cottage

Started with Kristine greeting us as we drove in. Was accommodating to our requests and was very quick to reply to our few messages. Clothes dryer is very small. Short walk to a great park and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2024
Come back anytime!!! Loved having you all!! 😄
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel B.

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

Great Location

House is in a great location. Nearby beach was great. . The pictures were generally accurate and the house was decent enough for a night or two. Owner was responsive/allowed for early check-in, as requested.However, some reasons for only 4 stars:1) being behind the main house with long/narrow driveway, it was a bit of a challenge with a large SUV.2) barely any overhead lights (very dark)3) again being older, definitely some signs of water damage in various areas4) air conditioning window units are very old (mold/smell)5) Disappointed that there were no kayaks anywhere to be found, even when we specifically asked about them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your review… The kayaks are on the side of the front house to make it A shorter beach walk for ya! Sorry if you didn’t see them, I did not know.
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas P.

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

Good place, great location and property manager

The carrage house is in the back of the lot behind the main house. Parking isn't ideal, but you're well off the road. Kitchen isn't great if you want to cook a fair amount but sufficent for breakfast/snacks. Furinture is what youd expect at a beachhouse, decent but cozy and nothing youd be concerned about ruining. The overall space is very nice and would retun.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec, 2024
Just a little confused on your review Thomas, the kitchen is fully stocked with every kind of pot, pan, cookie sheet, muffin tins, plates, glasses, wine glasses, beer, glasses, plastic outdoor glasses & dishes, coffee cups, dishes, storage containers,, platters, stove, microwave, hand mixer, bullet, 2 different types of coffeemakers, coffee press, toaster, panini press, refrigerator, knives, a draw full of cooking utensils, etc. What else do you suggest I purchase for it? Also, there are two parking spots in the driveway for you. And other than one comfy chair… all of the furniture was purchased new within the last year or two. I appreciate all reviews, it is how we all can make our homes better for the next guest… but this one truly baffles me. 😃
Verified

4/10 Poor

Judith M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Property is in between main house and garage. Yard had old picnic table and chairs which should have been removed. Grill was charcoal grill. Kitchen small appliances looked old. Wouldnt use. Branford point is nice but geese are on the beach so u cant use.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2025
The table and chairs outside are in perfect working condition and the cushions for it are in the table by the 4 NEW Adirondack chairs. The appliances in the kitchen have all been purchased in the past few years. As for Branford Point Beach it is absolutely gorgeous! People are lying out on it daily… yes geese could pass by, but it’s never been an issue. The house itself is a carriage house which by definition is literally the house in the backyard of the main home … It does have its own yard area behind the house. PLEASE READ THE OTHER REVIEWS GIVEN… this review is completely inaccurate!
Verified

4/10 Poor

krystyna k.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The house was not properly cleaned and appeared not to have been deep cleaned in quite some time. There was a significant amount of dust and dead bugs throughout the space. The bath towels were heavily stained, and the beds contained noticeable dog and human hair from previous guests. Additionally, the driveway was often blocked by parked cars and a van, making it difficult to enter or exit the property. There were also no kayaks available as advertised. On a positive note, the location was excellent — close to a beautiful beach and a lovely park. This property has a lot of potential, but unfortunately, the overall cleanliness and maintenance did not meet expectations, especially given the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov, 2025
I’m sorry you feel that way Krystina … I clean the place myself so I know it’s spotless! I myself have never seen dead bugs or dog hair all over - All my other reviews say so as well. The driveway does not get blocked. That was a person hired to do a one time repair on the property and didn’t know where to park.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is spacious and lovely. It was 100 degrees when we stayed and the window A/C units kept us cool. We unfortunately could only stay 2 nights to attend a wedding. Short walk to the beach and the house has everything one would need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jennifer O.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 20 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Val G.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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