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Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!

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Essex Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1.5BA | Steps Required | 1,400 Sq Ft
Private Patio
Property Exterior
Living Room | 1st Floor | 2-Story Home
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!

Brimming with small-town charm, Essex should be the next stop on your bucket list! This inviting 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom vacation rental is loaded with country charm as well as a fully equipped kitchen and outdoor living space, making it the perfect home base for your next coastal getaway. Spend your days riding the famous steam train or hiking the scenic trails at a nearby state park, followed by evenings exploring the abundance of local shops, eateries, and attractions that make up Essex.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Central Location | 1,400 Sq Ft

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds

OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio, outdoor furniture, large yard
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, 4-person dining table, decorative fireplace, hardwood floors
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishwasher, cooking basics, Keurig coffee maker, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, window-unit A/C & heating, complimentary toiletries
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, 4 steps required to enter, bedrooms on 2nd floor w/ steep staircase to access
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

THINGS TO SEE & DO: Essex Steam Train (0.4 miles), Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park (0.4 miles), Connecticut River Museum (1.0 miles), Ivoryton Playhouse (2.3 miles), Florence Griswold Museum (5.9 miles), Gillette Castle (15.1 miles), Harkness Memorial State Park (21.2 miles), Mystic Aquarium (27.5 miles), Yale University (31.9 miles)
OUTDOOR FUN: Sunset Pond (across street), Islander Sport Fishing Charters (4.4 miles), Harveys Beach (7.9 miles), Rocky Neck State Park (10.6 miles), Chatfield Hollow State Park (11.6 miles), Hammonasset Beach State Park (13.7 miles), Gillette Castle State Park (14.8 miles), Devil's Hopyard State Park (18.7 miles), Wadsworth Falls State Park (22.5 miles), HighFlyer Zipline at Foxwoods (33.9 miles)
GOLF: Fenwick Golf Course (7.7 miles), Fox Hopyard Golf Club (13.8 miles), Cedar Ridge Golf Course (14.5 miles), Black Birch Golf Course (16.0 miles)
AIRPORT: Bradley International Airport (51.5 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story home requires 4 exterior steps to enter. An additional steep flight of stairs is required to access both bedrooms on the 2nd floor

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 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

About the area

Essex

Essex is home to this holiday home. Essex Steam Train and Connecticut River Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail. Sweet Martha's and Hattitudes are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Essex, CT

What's nearby

  • Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Essex Plaza Shopping Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Essex Steam Train - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pratt House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Essex Island Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 6 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Griswold Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Polar Express - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Scotch Plains Tavern - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown! on 23 May 2026 start from AU$361, 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 Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown! located?

Situated in Essex, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park, Essex Steam Train and Essex Library. Sweet Martha's and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

carrie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was amazingly communicative and welcoming. House was adorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Donna

Lovely property for our visit for a wedding.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

Nice Cape Cod cottage

Well stocked and clean. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean home with necessary supplies. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janie T.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Loved our stay! The place was super clean, comfy bed, and very relaxing. We enjoyed sitting outside in the garden and the close proximity to downtown Essex was great!! Definitely plan to return!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

Just as pictured… loved it!

A lovely home in a great area! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great at the house . Very good communication with host and property manager. Easy check in and out. Home was well stocked and clean we were very happy with the stay. Visited several sites in the area and family as well. Very well located . Would definitely recommend this property. And we would definitely use it again in the future. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Lovely home, fun stay, no problems

Se e above
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin A P.

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

Excellent property!

We enjoyed it very much! Quiet and it had every thing we wanted and needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randi R.

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

Thank you

Everything was great! Perfect writing retreat
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mindy s.

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

Sooo comfy

We absolutely loved our stay here. It was very peaceful. The hosts were easy to contact and replied quickly
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Comfortable and cozy

This home was better than advertised . Perfect for our short stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Josephine P.

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

Lovely Home in Great Location

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at this lovely home very much. We walked into town several times as the weather was beautiful. Our contact person checked in with us pretty much every day to ask if we needed anything. Wouldn't hesitate to stay there again should the need arise.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Perfect stay!

Home was exactly as described! Owner was super helpful with food recommendations and things to do in the area. Very responsive with all communications. House was perfectly located to get to surrounding areas and Essex was a cute town to explore. If we are back in the area we would certainly look to stay here again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rocky P.

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

Vacation

Very nice, clean, comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Great House

House was wonderful for our trip, 4 adults, plenty of room for everyone. Beautiful kitchen, fast WiFi and very clean. The bedrooms had lots of room and beds comfortable. The large patio with nice patio furniture was enjoyed by everyone in our family. Thanks for a great house for our trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

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

Nice stay

My family and I went for a quick trip. The home was close to a lot of activities. Perfect for our needs. Large garden yard made evenings enjoyable outdoors. Loved the cheese shop around the corner and Essex was a delight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

New England Gem

House was exactly as pictured. New England charm in a great locations. Beautifully landscaped private backyard was a big bonus. Host was great and very attentive with help and suggestions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

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

Lovely home

Lovely and comfortable home. Owners or property managers were informative and responsive. Perfect for our short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward P.

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

Ed

Home was perfect for our stay. Lovisa and Gene were great to work with.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All bedrooms up were difficult with luggage. Fully equipped for an extended stay would be convenient. Very close to marina and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

New England Charm

This is the second time I have stayed at this property with my pups. Absolutely a real gem. Very private backyard and the property provided all the amenities of home. Super location to historic Essex and many other local sites. Host was accommodating and easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Cozy home

Warm home , very clean. Nice yard for doggy. Owners very thoughtful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

irish h.

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

Wonderful weekend

We enjoyed Essex and our house. Gino was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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