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Summer at the Haddam House
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 52.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Haddam, CT
- Goodspeed Opera House14 min walk
- Major General Joseph Spencer Memorial16 min walk
- Gillette Castle State Park12 min drive
- New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)52 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Common area 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
main bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Summer at the Haddam House
You cannot miss this beautifully renovated waterfront cottage in Haddam with stunning views of the East Haddam Swing Bridge, Goodspeed Opera House and The Gelston House. Watch float planes come in and out from the certified landing strip on the CT RIver. There is a deep water dock for larger boats and a "No Wake" zone to further enhance the peace and tranquility of your private spot. Enjoy your own private beach, patio with firepit and step down dock for provided kayak and your own jetskis. If you would like to bring your boat and or jetskis and use the deep water dock please inquire to the availability of doing so.
The cottage comes equipped with central air, Kureg brewing station and wifi to help with modern day essentials. Bordering Eagle Landing State Park, this is a nature lover's dream. Enjoy a cup of coffee on your own private dock while the fish jump and the Eagles soar. Step back in time at the Goodspeed Station, browse their many items and take a ride on The Essex Steam Train. If the water suits your fancy, hop on one of the many river cruise offerings all with in a short walk from you home away from home. We welcome you to our "Haddam House" where there is so much to see and do!
The cottage comes equipped with central air, Kureg brewing station and wifi to help with modern day essentials. Bordering Eagle Landing State Park, this is a nature lover's dream. Enjoy a cup of coffee on your own private dock while the fish jump and the Eagles soar. Step back in time at the Goodspeed Station, browse their many items and take a ride on The Essex Steam Train. If the water suits your fancy, hop on one of the many river cruise offerings all with in a short walk from you home away from home. We welcome you to our "Haddam House" where there is so much to see and do!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 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
About the area
Haddam
Located in Haddam, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Goodspeed Opera House and East Haddam Historical Society and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Machimoodus State Park and Chester Creek Marina. Sundial Herb Garden and Essex Steam Train are also worth visiting.
Haddam, CT
What's nearby
- Goodspeed Opera House - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Major General Joseph Spencer Memorial - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Brainard Homestead State Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
- Gillette Castle State Park - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
- Essex Steam Train - 14 min drive - 19.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Marker 37 - 9 min drive
- Dunkin' - 14 min walk
- High Nine Brewing - 9 min drive
- Brush Mill - 8 min drive
- Haddam Pizza - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by John Ruzsbatzky and Betsey Havican

Betsey and I would like you all to know we only rent this property through the Vrbo site and the Airbnb site. No other websites will legitimately be renting this property. Certainly no Craigslist listing of this property!
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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