Summer Cottage with Water Views at Great Hammock Beach in Old Saybrook
Our Great Hammock Beach cottage is a seasonal rental with 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Recently installed central air conditioning and heat. Well maintained with a deck overlooking a salt marsh and river. Only 10 cottages from the beautiful private beach. Private boat launch available just 3 cottages away. Wonderful family friendly community of 70 cottages offers a quiet, uncongested and relaxing vacation. One bedroom has a queen bed, 2 bedrooms have double beds and 1 has twin beds. Kitchen is fully equipped with stove, refrigerator and microwave. Cable TV and WiFi are provided. We ask our guests to bring linens and towels as the price of our four bedroom rental is priced accordingly. Cleaning service is provided. During the summer months of July and August, a one week stay is required, Saturday to Saturday. Old Saybrook is one of the finest summer communities in Connecticut with easy access to Mystic Seaport, Premium Outlet Malls and some of the finest restaurants. Renters must be 25 years of age or older.
Weekend Rentals: We are very happy to rent our cottage during the off season for a minimum of two nights. Please note that we do not rent for after prom parties or similar. We do live three houses away and are available to assist with any of your needs during your stay.
Property manager
Scott Loveland
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
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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 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
Old Saybrook
Located in Old Saybrook, this cottage is near the beach. General William Hart House and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ferry Landing State Park and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park. Saybrook Country Barn and Stay and Play LLC are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Old Saybrook, CT
What's nearby
Harvey's Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Chalker Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
Essex Steam Train - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
Westbrook Town Beach - 13 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Old Saybrook Station - 8 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Burger King - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
James Farmacy Organic Cafe - 4 min drive
Pasta Vita - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Summer Cottage with Water Views at Great Hammock Beach in Old Saybrook pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Summer Cottage with Water Views at Great Hammock Beach in Old Saybrook?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Summer Cottage with Water Views at Great Hammock Beach in Old Saybrook?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Summer Cottage with Water Views at Great Hammock Beach in Old Saybrook located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Harvey's Beach, General William Hart House and Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center. Stay and Play LLC and Saybrook Country Barn are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Old-fashioned cottage with modern updates, just a short walk from the beach. Quiet, friendly neighborhood. The hosts take good care of their guests! My favorite part was the view from the back deck, which looks out into a grassy marsh and small river, complete with several osprey checking out a nesting platform. Look forward to staying here again!
Wonderful stay!
The hosts are friendly and communicative; the location is superb - so beautiful and you can smell the salt in the air; and the cottage was cozy and all that we needed.
Thank you for a great stay!
Property was very clean and the outdoor deck was a great place to have a morning coffee with an excellent view. The banana bread was delicious and very thoughtful.
This rental was just what my friends and I needed for a wedding nearby. Mary-Jo and Scott were very responsive and clear in the check-in instructions, and made the stay stress-free! I would recommend this rental to anyone that is looking for a reliable space in a safe neighborhood!
Great place to stay! The house was very clean and well stocked in the kitchen. Made it very easy to cook meals. Our family and two small children had a great time. The hosts had great communication and made sure we had everything we needed! Would definitely book again!
I and a group of friends stayed at Scott and Mary-Jo's VRBO for a fishing charter we had in Old Saybrook. We were very satisfied with our stay and the VRBO itself. They even made us homemade banana bread! Would highly recommend this VRBO.
First and foremost the inlet is awesome for the family...we spent the week playing in the giant puddles ..it was the perfect intro to the ocean! At high tide we grilled and enjoyed the backyard! Super friendly neighborhood.. multiple public beaches in walking distance..house has everything you need and nothing you don't to enjoy a quick family get away!
If you're looking for a quiet relaxing vacation this is your spot! the house has a very large kitchen and a wonderful deck and backyard. It is very close to the beach. Perfect for family with small children
The quiet friendly community, the short walk to the ocean, the peaceful back yard that looked on to the marsh and tidal river, the sight of boats, the walks on the nearby sand bars, the comfortable and well stocked cottage, and the accommodating hosts are all great reasons to recommend this cottage as a great place to stay near Old Saybrook.
This property far exceeded our expectations. I don't think the pictures do it justice! Spotless, quiet, comfortable, and quite spacious living areas. The neighborhood was great, both private and local town beaches were just what we wanted.
This house was so cute and cozy with plenty of room for our group. Communication with the property owners was great. They were very friendly and even made banana bread for us, which was delicious! Would definitely recommend.
Can't say enough about Scott and Mary-Jo,
Wonderful, responsive and kind people.
House was/is super clean, appointed exceptionally cute.
Barely half a block from the water and absolutely beautiful.
We will be staying again
Wonderfully relaxing! The place is big enough for a large family. Location is perfect! Hosts are good communicators and make everything easy! The yummy banana bread was a wonderful bonus!
We will be renting again fir sure!
We couldn't have asked for more beautiful weather or a more serene location to get away from the daily hustle and bustle. The owners gave fantastic suggestions to make the best of our stay, and were a blessing when we accidentally got locked out. The banana bread was a pleasant addition to greet us on our arrival and the neighborhood was welcoming. We absolutely loved our mothers/daughters vacation!
Nicole R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Sandy-Lynn E.
25 Sept 2018
Perfect relaxing getaway
Nice and tidy, easy to follow instructions, great layout. The weather was a little cold so we did not use the grill or back deck.
Great location, clean and updated. We really appreciated gift of banana bread.
Loved the house, and neighborhood, it's so close to the beach. Also the view from the back of the house was awesome, with a really nice deck. The house had beach chairs for our use. The kids enjoyed the out door shower. The banana bread was delicious and very thoughtful. Communication with the owners was excellent.
We had a great time staying at this quiet cottage. The owners communicated well, the neighbors were friendly, the cottage was clean and the sunsets were beautiful. Being able to walk to the beach was ideal so we could come and go based on the tide. Hoping this continues to be a rental that we can escape to each year. Thank you Mary-Jo and Scott!
After growing up in the area and returning many years later, it was a pleasure to take in the area from such a beautiful vantage point on the marsh at Great Hammock Beach. Really appreciate Scott, the owner responding to my asking if the property had a fire pit by dropping off a large Solo stove with firewood for our enjoyment. That is truly Great Hammock hospitality!
Glenn H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Joi J., Dallas, TX
31 May 2015
Perfect Location
We needed to be able to accommodate extra family members to help celebrate a Yale graduate. Location was perfect. Everything you could need was available. The owners even left us banana bread. Nice touch. Even though it rained for most of our time there, we still enjoyed our stay. Next time, we hope to partake at the beach.
Booked this for a 6 day stay. Was the perfect size for me and my husband, and his nephew stayed a couple of nights as well. Location is perfect, being steps from the ocean and a short walk to Harvey's Beach. You will need to bring linens, but the property manager will let you know ahead of time. Also, the shower temperature is backwards, just move the handle until it gets hot :)
Emilie A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Scott Loveland
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests