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The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit

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Serene…
Interior
Steps from the bathroom and bedroom
Extremely comfortable living space
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Lyme, CT
  • Place, Fox Hopyard Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Goose Island
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Devil's Hopyard State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit

Make yourself at home in this beautiful glass-front tidal river retreat, privately nestled in a tranquil, setting. It offers gorgeous year-round, tidal water front views from every room. Extraordinarily and serene. The interior is open, spacious and bathed in natural light. This beautiful cottage features a spacious and comfortable living room with a gas fireplace for those cozy fall and winter days/evenings, a comfortable queen bed, with a bathroom steps away, full kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, multiple seating areas inside and out, Fire pit, Gas Grill, WiFi, TV, AC/Heat Mini Splits. With two bathrooms, guests can freshen up comfortably. This beautiful property offers a peaceful escape. We hope you'll enjoy your stay at our cottage.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
This property accepts cash
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

Old Lyme

Located in Old Lyme, this cottage is on the waterfront. Chester Creek Marina and Essex Island Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Essex Saybrook Antique Village Shopping Center and Essex Plaza Shopping Center. Saybrook Country Barn and Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Map
Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • Fox Hopyard Golf Club - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Goose Island - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Devil's Hopyard State Park - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Connecticut River - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Florence Griswold Museum - 9 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 14 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Polar Express - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Coffee’s Country Market & Catering - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Griswold Inn - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit?

As of 16 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit on 28 June 2026 start from AU$421, 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 The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Connecticut River and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Selden Neck State Park. Beckett Hill State Park and Devil's Hopyard State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Lovely

What a wonderful place, so peaceful.The Eight Mile River and Hamburg Cove are an authentic experience.The home is very comfortable… you will feel special!I’ll definitely return!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2025
Thank you so much for choosing The Answer for your getaway stay, Jeffrey! It is always such a pleasure to host guests like you! We are delighted that you desire to return, and we look forward to having you back⛵
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. So peaceful. Beautiful environment with lots of outside sitting options. Able to completely relax. Very clean. Overall a great home with fantastic indoor outdoor spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marquise B.

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

Relaxing Get-Away

We really enjoyed our stay and the view of the river is so peaceful and such a great view to wake up to. There is plenty of light during the day and a cozy atmosphere at night. Plenty of places to sit and relax. The house was extremely clean and highly decorated which gave an immediate coziness. Check out was hassle-free.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review, Marquise. We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay ⛵️ You are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing stay! Our Hosts accessibility and attentiveness made us so comfortable. Checking in and out was a breeze. The cozy atmosphere inside; the light and beautiful views of the water from every room made us not want to leave for a minute! Outdoor spaces were perfect for coffee in the morning. The dock was made for early evening cocktails. It was a wonderful experience and we look forward to spending time here again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ellie Bianchini

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