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Sunny Cottage with private beach, near New London, 2 hours from Manhattan

Sunny Cottage with private beach, near New London, 2 hours from Manhattan

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Esther's Cottage
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Entry
Living room from entry
Living room

Overview of Sunny Cottage with private beach, near New London, 2 hours from Manhattan

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Waterford, CT
  • Popular LocationHarkness Memorial State Park15 min walk
  • Popular LocationOcean Beach Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationNew London Ferry Dock9 min drive
  • AirportProvidence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)61 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Sunny Cottage with private beach, near New London, 2 hours from Manhattan

If you long for a quiet down time retreat, a place to replenish and rejuvenate from a hectic life, this is your haven. The private lane leading to the private beach with lovely neighbors is family- and couple-friendly, and a place for friends to reconnect

This bright, charming cottage has an open-plan on the first floor. The kitchen has everything you could want, whether cooking for a family or just microwaving snacks. Basic cooking utensils and dishware are stocked.

The downstairs master bedroom has a queen-size bed, dressers and a quiet corner with a desk in case you have to work on your vacation. The couch in the living room pulls out to a queen bed.

Upstairs is a lovely, large bedroom with 2 twin beds and lots of floor space (two air mattresses are provided) and a sitting area filled with books and games for a quiet day.

The stunning feature of this cottage is the beach. A 5 minute stroll down a grassy path leads to a quintessential private New England beach with jetties, kite-flying, fishing, shorebirds, shells, sun and surf. The beach is bordered on both ends by state parks (Seaside and Harkness). Beach chairs, towels and umbrellas provided.

Because of the quiet, residential nature of the neighborhood, we can't allow any events to occur during your stay.

Nearby sites include: Mystic Aquarium and Seaport, the O’Neill Theater, Harkness State Park, Coast Guard Academy, casinos, excellent restaurants, and ferries to Block Island and other locations.

The cottage is handicapped accessible (ramp entrance). Master bedroom and bath are on the main floor. Bathroom doorway is too narrow for wheelchair entry.

Property manager

Pam Maxson

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a close-knit, residential neighborhood. Please be respectful of the neighbors' property boundaries and limit noise between 9 pm and 8 am.
One car in the driveway. If you require more than one car, please message host.

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waterford

Located in Waterford, this cottage is near the beach. Ocean Beach Park and New London Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration. Custom House Maritime Museum and Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Waterford, CT

What's nearby

  • Harkness Memorial State Park - 15 min walk
  • Pleasure Beach - 2 min drive
  • Mitchell College - 7 min drive
  • Ocean Beach Park - 8 min drive
  • New London Ferry Dock - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 17 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Captain Scott's Lobster Dock - 8 min drive
  • The Spice Palette - 7 min drive
  • Jr's Shack - 6 min drive
  • NV Bakery & Market - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny Cottage with private beach, near New London, 2 hours from Manhattan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunny Cottage with private beach, near New London, 2 hours from Manhattan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny Cottage with private beach, near New London, 2 hours from Manhattan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunny Cottage with private beach, near New London, 2 hours from Manhattan located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Harkness Memorial State Park, Pleasure Beach and Waterford Beach Park. Eugene O'Neill Theater Center and Ocean Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
Great place for kids to have fun in the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Step back in time...
Beautiful older cottage with modern amenities. Family friendly, if you are looking for a quiet contemplative vacation away from noise and excitement. Exactly what was needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Esthers place
Very relaxing and quiet.....very nice cottage ....really enjoyed the little touches like granola bars and nuts on table .....just an enjoyable stay. With my lung cancer and my friends not being there to help me pack up and leave I did the best I could with picking up. Couldn't get lockbox to open so put key under doormat.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach cottage
House was clean, neat and tidy. Close walking distance to private beach was great for our little ones. Neighbors are all very friendly and helpful. Hoping to stay again some time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
The cottage was perfect for my family including my 8yr old grandson. We swam at the beach (which is just a short walk from the cottage) several times daily. The host was excellent at communication, the neighbors were super friendly, especially John who lives adjacent to the cottage, the beds were comfortable and the kitchen had all the amenities needed for making our meals. I highly recommend the cottage and plan to go back some day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Pam Maxson

Host profile image
The owners of this property are 18 cousins who inherited the cottage from their Aunt Esther, who thoughtfully wanted to make the cottage accessible for all of us, most of whom have fond memories of playing at the beach and visiting Aunt Esther as children and young adults. We are scattered all across the country but some of us make it back to stay in the cottage regularly, soaking up the memories and the beach.

What makes this property unique

Where else do you get a private beach, a sweet cottage in a neighborhood filled with members of a family who have been on "the Lane" for 6 generations? You are never a stranger here!
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