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Iconic Bow House, an Oasis in the Heart of the Niantic Bay Marina

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Sitting room on the first floor
Game table space in sitting room
Sitting room with fireplace and game table on the first floor
Electric fireplace in sitting room
Front door

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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East Lyme, CT
  • Hole-in-the-Wall Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Rocky Neck State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ocean Beach Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Guestroom

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Single Futon

Queen Guestroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Guestroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

King Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Iconic Bow House, an Oasis in the Heart of the Niantic Bay Marina

Welcome to your coastal retreat in Niantic, CT! This restored late-1800s Bowstring Truss-style home combines historic charm and modern comforts. Just steps from the beach and main street, it sleeps 6 with 3 upstairs bedrooms and a ground-floor office/library. Every decor piece invites you to uncover the mysteries of its original builders. Relax in the lush backyard with a hot tub, firepit, and stone patio. Located in a vibrant, safe community with year-round festivals, it’s your perfect getaway!

Property manager

Markus

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Dog must be in a crate when owner is gone
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests are not permitted to park vehicles or trailers on the street. 2hr parking is in effect. There are six off street spots in the driveway.
Use of the hot tub or any propane devices on the property is at the risk and liability of the primary renter.
No other persons may be allowed on the property without prior written consent.

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

About the area

Niantic

Niantic is home to this holiday home. New London Ferry Dock is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ocean Beach Park and Mystic Seaport. Travelling with kids? Consider Tumbleweeds, or check out an event or a game at Waterford Speedbowl.
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East Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • Tumbleweeds - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hole-in-the-Wall Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • McCook Point Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Rocky Neck State Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Ocean Beach Park - 15 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 19 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lyme Tavern Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Shack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smokey O'Gradys BBQ & Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Iconic Bow House, an Oasis in the Heart of the Niantic Bay Marina pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Where is Iconic Bow House, an Oasis in the Heart of the Niantic Bay Marina located?

This family-friendly Niantic holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Tumbleweeds, Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut and Hole-in-the-Wall Beach. The Book Barn and Amtrak Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dinaz i.

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

Pretty house in great location!

We just returned from a lovely long weekend at the Bow House. The home is even lovelier in person than in the pictures, charming down to the last detail. It is spacious, comfortable and very clean. I appreciated the little touches such as providing not just hand soap, but also shampoo, conditioner, dish soap a new sealed dish sponge, laundry pods etc. Location is great, the town is very cute with great cafes, shops and ice cream shops, just one block from the water. Easy drive to Mystic. Markus was extremely responsive and a pleasure to work with. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna S.

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

Wow

This home was amazing! We stayed here for most of the week so we could participate in USCGA graduation activities. The home had everything we could possibly need (including a diffuser for my curly-haired daughter). The labels in the kitchen made it super easy to find and put things away. We enjoyed chatting at the fire pit and warming up in the hot tub after a very chilly graduation day. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Markus

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I've been a vacation rental host for over seven years. Bow House is my latest project in a series of four iconic homes that started in Arizona then the Poconos of Pennsylvania and now the Connecticut Coast in Niantic. I love how hosting has connected me with hundreds of amazing travelers looking to explore these incredible places we get to live.
I work in TV Media Sales Distribution in NYC but I live in Connecticut about an hour from Bow House. It's an incredible privilege to live a fast-paced work life and be able to relax into the Niantic Bay on the weekends.

Why they chose this property

Niantic is a hidden gem of Connecticut because the train doesn't stop here, which is why you'll find that among all the sea villages off the Long Island Sound, this is the place where locals vacation during their holidays. It has some of the best pizza, bookstores, cafes, and live entertainment you'll find anywhere.

What makes this property unique

I chose to open Bow House to vacation renters because of its iconic architecture and nearly museum-like decor theme. This was easily my favorite restoration project to date. The art and furniture pieces tell the story of a sea captain that built this house with his wife for their retirement. The house is filled with fun artifacts I hope guests will explore to try and uncover their secrets. Do you recognize anyone in these portraits?
The house has enough parking for your water toys and your guests, a very large and private fenced yard, a comfortable hot tub, a covered patio for those rainy coastal days, and is still located a one-minute walk to so many restaurants and the incredible Sift Bakery. You can easily arrive at Bow House for the weekend and never step in your car until it's time to go home.
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