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ELEGANT AND RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY, STEPS FROM THE WATER

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Exterior
Entry hall
Stairs to the second floor
Living room with hallway behind
Living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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New London, CT
  • Place, Neptune Park Association Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mitchell College
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

ELEGANT AND RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY, STEPS FROM THE WATER

Welcome to our charming, art-filled four-bedroom home in Lower New London, an eight minute walk to the beach. This 1930 Dutch Colonial is uniquely situated within walking distance of three bodies of water: we are 200 yards from Alewife Cove, which flows out to the sea and can be explored with a kayak; two and a half blocks from the Thames River, where you can stroll along the shore and to the lighthouse dated 1761 (the first built on Long Island Sound); and four blocks from the immensely popular Ocean Beach Park, with its marvelous white-sand beach, boardwalk, waterslide, Olympic-size swimming pool, amusement park rides, diner/gift shop, miniature golf, nightly concerts, and arcade. Or walk to the neighborhood grocery store, colorful local hangout, the Egg Yolk Café, or the historic Lighthouse Inn.

This vintage home is loaded with original molding and hardwood floors throughout. The first floor has a living room, dining room, kitchen, half bath, and sunroom/office for those who may still need to work while away. There is also a recently tuned piano and stereo. Upstairs is a full bath and four bedrooms (one queen, one full, and two twins). Although it does not have central air conditioning, it has AC units in three of the bedrooms and wonderful ocean breezes. The house sleeps six and is fully equipped with linens, towels, pots and pans, utensils, and dishes as well as a coffee maker, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, high chair, and gas range. There is a WiFi-enabled Smart TV, as well as numerous novels and children’s books, board games, beach towels/chairs/toys/umbrella, and a cooler. There is a washer/dryer and iron/ironing board in the basement. The back garden is set up with wicker furniture and a Weber barbecue. Note: We do not have a pool on the property; there is a public pool down at Ocean Beach Park.

A parking pass for Ocean Beach Park is included with the rental.

Note: After each guest's visit, our home is thoroughly restocked, cleaned, and sanitized by a professional cleaning service.

Welcome to the Dutch House!

AREA ATTRACTIONS
Downtown New London is a short five-minute drive away, where you can dine in an eclectic variety of restaurants, or visit art galleries, live music, theater, and performing arts productions. Or take a Ferry to Block Island, Fisher’s Island, or Orient Point on Long Island. New London is home to Connecticut College, Mitchell College, and the Coast Guard Academy.

The beautiful Harkness Memorial State Park is walking distance or a five-minute drive from the house, as well as the Eugene O’Neill Theatre with its famed summer stock performances. Mystic, with its renowned Seaport and Aquarium, is fifteen minutes away, while the Mohegan Sun, MGM Grand, and Foxwoods—with their casinos, shows, and hotels--are just a half hour drive.

New London is located about 2-1/2 hours from New York and Boston by car. You can also visit Newport, Rhode Island, to tour its grand old mansions. In addition, the Amtrak and Shore Line East train station is just five minutes away in downtown New London, as well as the Greyhound Bus station and major ferry station.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Stairs to 2nd floor and basement.
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Events

No events allowed
No parties allowed. Quiet hours 10:00 pm- 8:00 am.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Well-behaved pets are allowed with prior approval.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking will incur a minimum $750 fee.
RULES AND CONDITIONS Pets should not be left unattended inside (unless in a crate) or outside at any time.
When coming back from the beach, please hose off all sand from bodies and beach items, and shake out all sand from beach towels before entering house
Loss of a beach pass will result in a $150 charge. Please read Rental Agreement before booking.

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: No parties allowed. Quiet hours 10:00 pm- 8:00 am.
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

About the area

New London

Located in New London, this holiday home is near a water park and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean Beach Park and popular attractions include Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Mystic Seaport. Travelling with kids? Consider Custom House Maritime Museum, or check out an event or a game at Mohegan Sun Arena. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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New London, CT

What's nearby

  • Neptune Park Association Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ocean Beach Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Waterford Beach Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • New London Harbor Light - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mitchell College - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 12 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bamboo House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪NV Bakery & Market - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ELEGANT AND RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY, STEPS FROM THE WATER pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at ELEGANT AND RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY, STEPS FROM THE WATER?

As of 23 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ELEGANT AND RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY, STEPS FROM THE WATER on 11 Sept 2024 start from AU$489, 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 ELEGANT AND RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY, STEPS FROM THE WATER?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ELEGANT AND RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY, STEPS FROM THE WATER?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ELEGANT AND RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY, STEPS FROM THE WATER?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ELEGANT AND RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY, STEPS FROM THE WATER located?

This family-friendly New London holiday home 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 15 minutes.

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. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Bridie M.

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

The location was beautiful. Lovely neighbors, Deirdre and Kevin were very friendly and helpful.

The house was perfect for what we needed. Lovely location and a beautiful beach nearby with the beach pass was great.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Orestis T.

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

Nice spacious place near beach

Nice near beach and plenty of room. Comfortable bedrooms. Host was very responsive and addressed any concerns and questions we had
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Comfortable rental

The house was uncluttered, tastefully decorated and well supplied. The beds were great. The host was very responsive. It was great to have the drive in pass to Ocean Beach Park. The swimming pool and waterslides there, however, are extra money per person. Harkness State Park is beautiful for picnicking , but no swimming is allowed. For a day at the beach Waterford beach is the best, but it’s expensive on the weekends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DONNA D.

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

Elegant and comfortable

For those who are tired of kitsch and cheap furnishings, 8 Greenway is an elegant respite from the City. A home that feels both new and shiny as well as lived-in and comfortable. this VRBO property is a stellar example of a vacation home that provides a truly sophisticated welcome mat. A backyard with Weber grill offers out-door relaxation; and bedrooms with AC (all but one) allows for cool rest. A pass to nearby Ocean Beach along with beach chairs and towels completes a full-rounded stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi W.

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

Perfect beach get-away!

My family and I rented this property for 2 weeks in July. I utilized the fabulous office space for those two weeks while my teenagers hung out at Ocean Beach Park, just a few blocks away. The house was perfect for our extended stay, and had everything we could/would need. Paper supplies, linens, towels, detergent, etc. The neighbors are super friendly, and the neighborhood is nice and quiet. Our check-in process was very easy, utilizing the door code for entry to the home. Although the downstairs is not air conditioned, the cross breeze always kept the downstairs cool. I would highly recommend staying here if you are looking for a getaway next to the beach!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Exactly as described.

We had a great time here. It was our jumping off point to a variety of places relatively close by. The beach pass saved some $$, too. If you are looking for relaxing, avoid the beach on the weekend! The house was exactly as described. It has everything you'll need except groceries. Pay attention to the details. The day we arrived it was in the mid 90's. The house was hot - not a surprise, though. The description clearly indicates the A/C situation so no-one should be complaining about that. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

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

Beautiful, charming house - located close to the beach - exactly as described

Everything that the owner has listed in the description rung true. The location was great, the house was charming and clean, and the descriptions of the area were spot on. The parking pass and walk on passes were extremely useful and helped save a little bit of money on beach costs. While we didn't utilize all of the house's amenities (the provided beach toys and cooler, the grill and outside area, or the board games and numerous books), it was great to know that so much was provided and was available to us if we wanted. All four of the beds have a memory foam topper and are quite comfortable. There is also a high quality stereo system in the house to hook up to your phone/laptop to play some music in the house while you are there. The owner was very professional and had a binder with instructions and a list of various things to do around the area. She actually reached out on the evening of our arrival to check in and ensure that everything went smoothly with check in, and followed up with us throughout our stay. Our only issue was resolved before the midpoint of our stay, and that was a lack of air conditioning in the house. I had booked the house pretty impulsively since our vacation time off was coming up soon, and I did not check to see whether the place had AC (so it really is my fault for not finding out beforehand). However, the owner was able to have air conditioning units installed in the bedroom windows pretty quickly, and the rest of our stay was much cooler! She really went the extra mile to ensure that we had an enjoyable visit. I would be more than willing to rent from the owner again. We also left some ice cream sandwiches and some lemon ices in the freezer, so whoever was there after us, enjoy! Thank you Susan!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

courtney h.

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

The perfect family home

We had a great time and loved staying at this house. Super clean, cute and our kids loved having their own bedrooms. Hosts were fantastic and gave us great ideas of things to do while in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

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

Great family space.

It was a wonderful space for us and our son and grandchildren. Neighbors were very nice . Only minutes to beach and arcade for children.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya B.

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

Lovingly Cared For Tudor Near The Beach

This home is thoughtfully done and very comfortable. A close distance to Ocean Beach Park but yet you're also in a quaint neighborhood surrounded by nice neighbors.
Stayed 33 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia Z.

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

Beach Getwaway

Lovely house, walking distance from the beach. Backyard with grill for a relaxing social distancing hangout.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope D.

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

Lovely stay!

My friends and I stayed here for the week and couldn’t have asked for a better home to spend time together. A few minutes from the beach, a wonderful area. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

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

Lovely & Accessible

Great, well designed home close to beach and other local attractions. Nicely appointed and cozy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L.

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

End of Summer Getaway

The house was a good size, close enough to the beach. The beach pass for the car was a big plus. Our overall experience was enjoyable. The house was stocked with everything you may need. The owner checked in to make sure our stay was going smoothly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARCIE L.

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

Quiet House close to Beach

We loved the house. It cozy and quiet and nicely decorated. The 4 bedrooms are good size. Great water pressure in the shower and no hot water issues with six people showering. Kitchen is great for cooking. Owner was super responsive but we had no real problems. The beach parking pass that comes with the house is one of the best features. We were able to go to Ocean Beach park ( 2 minute drive or 10 minute walk) several times even for short periods.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

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

Excellent Vacation House!

We truly enjoyed the house and its convenient location near the beaches, the Book Barn, and great restaurants. Owner was very responsive to questions. A bit more information in the binder about where things were stored (toilet paper, soap, etc.) would have been helpful. Kitchen mostly well-stocked, although a few more cooking utensils would be great. More towels also. But these were minor inconveniences and do not diminish the 5 star score. Thinking of renting the same house again next summer! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

New London - Beach Paradise

My partner and I loved this property. The house was clean and well stocked with everything you’d expect in a home rental (cooking oils, coffee, spices, condiments, soap, etc) and many other things we were delighted to discover (beach chairs, towels, a small bottle of champagne that was gifted, a beautiful piano). The backyard was nice and shady and perfect for grilling. The neighborhood was quiet and safe. We were able to walk to Oceanside beach in under ten minutes. There’s a brunch place (called The Yolk) in walking distance as well. New London is full of little secret beach spots and fun places to explore. Overall I would absolutely recommend this property to friends and family and if we are in the area again, we will definitely book this amazing home.
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle R.

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

Great family house but NO air conditioning

Note: NO AC. Mea culpa for not explicitly checking, but worth noting that this house does not benefit from coastal breezes. The house never went below 78 our entire trip and hit 84 (and humid) at its worst, even with all windows open and the woefully inadequate personal fans running. Everyone in my group was miserable and struggled sleeping and I feel embarrassed that I ruined their long weekend. Such a shame because the house is clean, roomy, charming, and otherwise well-appointed with all the essentials. Owner noted she’s been comfortable, but she also hasn’t owned the house through a scorching July and August yet. Total oversight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Susan M. Anderson

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My husband Bolton and I both grew up on the Monterey Peninsula, a resort area on the Pacific Ocean in California, and we are both museum professionals. I am an independent curator and art historian organizing exhibitions and writing catalogues for various museums. Bolton is working remotely for a museum as a curator of 20th century and contemporary American art. We have two college age sons.

Why they chose this property

We researched places on the Connecticut coast and found New London to be amazingly reminiscent of Monterey when we were growing up. We love the sea and wanted to be near it. But we didn't want to live in a sleepy resort town; we wanted something that felt alive and with an active art scene. Quirky New London is the perfect place for us.

What makes this property unique

We chose the "Dutch House," as we affectionately call it, because it is situated in Lower New London in an unusual spot close to a lot of water: Alewife Cove, the Thames River, and Ocean Beach on Long Island Sound. As an older New England home It has a great deal of charm. It is a cozy home and the neighbors are all amazingly friendly.

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