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Lovely, cozy Cottage on a non working farm in a rural town. Quiet and private.

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Location
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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Lyme, CT

Gillette Castle State Park
‪4 min drive‬
Goodspeed Opera House
‪14 min drive‬
Essex Steam Train
‪21 min drive‬
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Lovely, cozy Cottage on a non working farm in a rural town. Quiet and private.

Selden Cottage is a charming, cozy, comfortable place with views of fields, stone walls and barns. It has a private driveway off a quiet road. There is excellent biking, hiking and walking from the front door. Occasionally a family of eagles can be seen training their young on the ice 100 yards from the front door. Osprey fish all summer long a short walk away. The Goodspeed Opera House, Chester Hadlyme Ferry, Fox Hopyard Golf Course, Gillette Castle and the Hadlyme Country Store are all within a few minutes by car. No one lives in this cottage. It is only available for short term rental.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Old Lyme

Located in Old Lyme, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail and Major General Joseph Spencer Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chester Creek Marina and Essex Island Marina. Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park and Essex Steam Train are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Lyme, CT

What's nearby

Gillette Castle State Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Chester Creek Marina - 14 min drive - 5.4 km
Goodspeed Opera House - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
Essex Steam Train - 21 min drive - 15.2 km
Essex Island Marina - 23 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

Old Saybrook Station - 23 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Marker 37 - ‬14 min drive
‪High Nine Brewing - ‬15 min drive
‪Brush Mill - ‬16 min drive
‪Two Wrasslin' Cats Coffee House & Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪Little House Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely, cozy Cottage on a non working farm in a rural town. Quiet and private. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely, cozy Cottage on a non working farm in a rural town. Quiet and private.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely, cozy Cottage on a non working farm in a rural town. Quiet and private.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely, cozy Cottage on a non working farm in a rural town. Quiet and private. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Connecticut River and Selden Neck State Park. Gillette Castle State Park is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

John Hayden R.

2 Jul, 2025

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

Land that time forgot…

Clean and quiet, except for the chorus of bird song each morning. And the turkey on the fence projected a proprietary attitude, but beside that, I would have no qualms booking again, especially when cool weather returns and I could really enjoy that living room fireplace.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob E.

29 Sept, 2024

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

Lovely and serene cottage

A charming and comfortable cottage on a historic CT estate. Our hosts were delightful and accommodating. We’ve already booked for next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

17 Oct, 2021

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

Great stay off the beaten path

We had a nice quiet stay at this property. The market close by was delicious and definitely worth a visit! Thank you for a lovely stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

20 Aug, 2024

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

Quiet Retreat

This property is somewhat remote and pastoral on a non-working farm. Just minutes from one of the oldest ferrys in CT that takes you across the CT River into some quaint old towns such as Chester and Essex. The cottage is fully equipped with plenty of room and very comfortable. A delightful place to stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy A.

8 Oct, 2019

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

Peaceful and private

This farm house was absolutely perfect. Very clean, had all the kitchen utensils you may need. The owner was great with communication prior, during and after the stay. Loved having the fireplace available for our evenings. Would definitely stay here again !!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Zoltan K.

14 Jul, 2023

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

Charming cottage

Had a great time. The cottage was clean and very quite. Great communication with Clinton. Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

8 Jul, 2023

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

Convenient Seclusion - A Delight for Birders

This is a delightful property that is immaculately maintained. It sits near the end of a quiet cul-de-sac at the end of a country road, very close to the Connecticut River. Coffee on the front porch is a special treat. My Merlin Bird App from Cornell (free on Apple) recorded the sounds of 12 different species of birds in just a few minutes during our first morning. While highly private, the property is convenient to a wide range of activities in the area. The owners are special people and very attentive. We highly recommend this property.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emeline C.

13 Oct, 2022

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

Truly idyllic!

The day before my friend and I were set to travel to CT, we found out my family had COVID and we were in a scramble to find a place to stay on short notice. Clinton was quick to respond and saved our trip! The house and location are absolutely charming. It's a quick drive to many great restaurants and scenic towns. We had many a relaxing evening on the porch just enjoying the peaceful countryside. You will not regret staying here!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodie D.

1 Sept, 2022

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

cottage near the river

ssshhhh....don't tell anyone...this place is a jewel....

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

PJ H.

16 Dec, 2021

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

Lovely property!

The cottage is exactly as it looks on line. The hosts are terrific. The area is like an Andrew Wyeth painting.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

11 Aug, 2021

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

Super cute quiet cottage

Squeaky clean, super cute, quiet end of the road cottage. Definitely recommend :)

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Missy R.

9 Aug, 2019

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

Wonderful Property!

This home is a must if you are traveling in that area. The house and location is beautiful. The owner is wonderful to work with. I have used VRBO on several occasions and this is one of the best experiences my family has had! 10 plus!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brittney U.

4 Sept, 2018

Beautiful and quiet

Comfortable, clean and cozy cottage on spacious grounds with friendly and hospitable owners

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C., New York, NY

24 Jul, 2017

Idyllic country cottage

We loved this cottage! My husband and I live in NYC and were seeking a quiet getaway with our 5 yr old. It is private, on the end of a dead end street, and has a large front yard and backyard. The inside is tastefully decorated and the beds are extremely comfortable. We brought our bikes and enjoyed biking in the area - there were very few cars on the roads and beautiful side roads to cycle on. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for peace and quiet.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

2 Jan, 2017

Gorgeous getaway!!!! Sublime setting. Dreamy house.

This is the place to unwind and feel uplifted by nature. It is the prettiest setting ever. Great for long walks in beautiful surroundings. Bring your camera! The house is extremely nice. Spotlessly clean and in the best taste. It was just perfect for reading by the cozy fire and drinks on the porch. We were so delighted by every detail of our stay. Could not recommend it highly enough. Plus the owners are delightful. This is an exceptional spot!