Charming cottage by the sea

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Check out the area

Guilford, CT

Chaffinch Island State Park5 min drive
Bishops Orchard and Winery9 min drive
Hammonasset Beach State Park16 min drive
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)27 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Back bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Charming waterfront cottage for rent by week or month in historic Guilford, CT. Swim, paddleboard, and kayak from the front of the house; a beautiful, sandy, private beach is just steps away. The house is located in Mulberry Point, a quiet beach community approximately 2.5 miles from the historic Guilford green. Frequently listed as one of Connecticut's prettiest communities, Guilford's "downtown" boasts restaurants, historic homes, boutiques, a book store and library, coffee shops and patisseries. A short car trip will take you to Yale University, the Connecticut river, Gillette castle, Goodspeed Opera House, Mystic Seaport and many more Connecticut landmarks.

Property manager

Kathy

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Gradual sandy Association beach - perfect for kids

Ocean view

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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

Pets allowed: limit 1 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Guilford

Located in Guilford, this holiday home is on the beach. Hyland House Museum and Henry Whitfield State Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bishops Orchard and Winery and Rose Vineyards. Travelling with kids? Consider Anna Mia's, or check out an event or a game at Connecticut Sportsplex. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Guilford, CT

What's nearby

Chaffinch Island State Park - 5 min drive
Guilford Art Center - 5 min drive
Bishops Orchard and Winery - 9 min drive
Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District - 9 min drive
Hammonasset Beach State Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

Guilford Station - 8 min drive
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

Bishop's Orchards Farm Market & Winery - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Wendy's - 9 min drive
Ashley's Ice Cream Cafe - 8 min drive
Dunkin' - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage by the sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Charming cottage by the sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage by the sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage by the sea located?

Nestled on the beach, this Guilford holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Chaffinch Island State Park, Guilford Art Center and Hyland House Museum. Bishops Orchard and Winery and Henry Whitfield State Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D., Unionville, CT, USA

20 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful views and lovely neighborhood

Beautiful water views from 1st and 2nd floors. Relaxing property right on the water. My children had a blast using the kayak and paddle board. We appreciated that life jackets were available. Very quiet neighborhood with a 3 minute walk to the association beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S., Weston, CT

7 Sept 2022

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

Amazing Location

We had the most wonderful stay at this home. The location is amazing, truly waterfront, with gorgeous views from the main living area and main bedroom. The house had room for our family of 3 to spread out and enjoy different spaces. One thing I really liked was that the house wasn’t cluttered with unnecessary furniture - so many beach rentals feel stuffed with furniture and decor, but this house felt open and airy with lots of room for our daughter to set up her toys on the floor. The decor felt timeless and casually classy. I was also very impressed by the selection of books, puzzles and games. We have spent several vacations renting houses sort of near the beach where the house becomes just a home base where you sleep and eagerly get out in the morning. This was totally different - we didn’t even want to leave the house - the house WAS the vacation. We can’t wait to come back!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Helen S., Litchfield, CT

20 Sept 2021

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

Heavenly View

The description on VRBO was quite accurate. It was a basic, cozy waterfront cottage. Very workable kitchen, comfortable beds, lots of extra linens, lots of room to relax both inside and out. There was a negative, however: a few windows were not working properly, two were unable to be cranked shut and had to be pushed shut from the outside and a few were totally missing the crank mechanism. Some window replacement is definitely needed. And, in the kitchen, there was a mouse, which I killed. This definitely is a waterfront property- -absolutely magnificent views.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z., Woodland HIlls, CA

23 June 2021

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

Mulberry Point Paradise

We absolutely loved the views, tides, and location. Went kayaking and SUP almost every day. Sunrises were stunning. The cottage was simple and perfect. A gem. We enjoyed going to the Guilford green for walks, errands, throwing a football, etc. We would love to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly T., Arlington Heights IL

14 June 2021

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

Peace and Calm on Mulberry Point

A charming vintage cottage with a panoramic view of Long Island Sound. Enjoy the water, collect shells, wake to the sunrise. We connected with nature and the lovely neighborhood. Everything you need is generously provided. Minutes away from Guilford's fabulous restaurants, book store and bakery. A true gem, I hope we can return soon..

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kathy

Why they chose this property

This house has been in our family for nearly 100 years. It is a simple house, the very definition of "cottage." While it is comfortable and beautiful, it is not luxurious. Don't expect granite countertops or high-end amenities - DO expect beautiful sunrises, soothing waves, and good creative vibes, for writers especially. (Our father was a well-known mystery writer and wrote many books here.)

What makes this property unique

You'd have to be on a houseboat to get closer to the water. The view is spectacular, at high tide especially. Kids will love exploring the tidal pools and shell-y sand. Mulberry Point is a quiet, family-oriented neighborhood, so if you're looking for a place to party ... this would not be it.