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Scenic Waterfront Beach Home-Private Beach, Hot Tub & Panoramic Views

Family-friendly holiday home on the beach, with hot tub

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Welcome to the front entrance
Experience Stunning panoramic Water Views from every area of the home
You will love our Private Sandy Beach steps from the home, so relaxing:)
Open living concept with a splash of modern coastal, great for socializing
You will love the open design

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 9315.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Branford, CT
  • Place, Stony Creek Brewery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Double Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Branford Hills Plaza Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Scenic Waterfront Beach Home-Private Beach, Hot Tub & Panoramic Views


Picturesque luxurious waterfront home in the lovely Pawson Park neighborhood of Branford, CT. This house sits on .44 acres with sprawling panoramic water views overlooking where the Branford Harbor meets the Long Island Sound. You will love our private sandy beach-perfect for morning swims, golden-hour cocktails, or quiet reflection as sailboats glide by.
The Home
• 4 spacious bedrooms, including 2 deluxe en-suites
• Primary suite with King bed, spa shower, and Jacuzzi tub
• Additional bedrooms feature comfortable Queen-size beds
• 5 beautifully appointed bathrooms
• Open-concept kitchen with a large center island—perfect for entertaining, dining, or simply soaking in the view
• Expansive living spaces for your group to relax, reconnect, and create lasting memories by the sea
The Experience
• Private beach just steps from your door
• Fabulous lounge furniture for sunbathing or enjoying a refreshing swim in Long Island Sound
• Peaceful flowering gardens, vibrant sunsets, and panoramic harbor views
• Enjoy evenings in the hot tub, stargazing, or watching the lights dance on the water

📍 Perfectly Located
• Just minutes to New Haven
• A short trip from NYC and Boston
• Explore Branford’s shoreline charm, with historic restaurants, local wineries, and famous Pepe’s Pizza
• Enjoy bike rides through Linden Shore, hiking trails, and kayaking adventures

🚤 Don’t miss the magical Thimble Islands Cruise — a boat tour through one of Connecticut’s hidden gems!

We provide everything you need for a seamless and relaxing stay:
✔️ Fully equipped kitchen
✔️ Quality linens & towels
✔️ Essentials for comfort and convenience
📺 Watch Our Home Tour on YouTube:
Vrbo.com/h/beach-home-in-branford

🌅 Unforgettable memories await… by the sea.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
1. Check-out time is 10:00 AM 2. Turn off all lights. 3. Set the A/C to 75. 4. Close windows 5. Dispose of trash and recycling in designated areas.
6. Leave all towels in the bathroom. 7. Avoid leaving the washer or dishwasher running.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties unless approved by the owner, including rehearsal dinners, weddings, etc.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Branford

Located in Branford, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Bill Miller’s Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Polished and Shoreline Trolley Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Lighthouse Point Carousel, or check out an event or a game at Connecticut Sportsplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Branford, CT

What's nearby

  • Stony Creek Brewery - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Double Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Branford Hills Plaza Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Polished - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Shoreline Trolley Museum - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Branford Station - 11 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Branhaven Plaza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Branford Townhouse Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scenic Waterfront Beach Home-Private Beach, Hot Tub & Panoramic Views pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Scenic Waterfront Beach Home-Private Beach, Hot Tub & Panoramic Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Scenic Waterfront Beach Home-Private Beach, Hot Tub & Panoramic Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scenic Waterfront Beach Home-Private Beach, Hot Tub & Panoramic Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Scenic Waterfront Beach Home-Private Beach, Hot Tub & Panoramic Views located?

Located in Branford, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Stony Creek Brewery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Double Beach and Polished. Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Branford Hills Plaza Shopping Center 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 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristin j C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host, house and view! Perfect for our family (3 couples and 2 kids). Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful vacation!! The house was perfect, check in couldn’t have easier and the views couldn’t have been better. A perfect summer getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Beautiful home. Hot tub water murky.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay with 7 adults visiting from several different states. It was a perfect house layout to accommodate a large group with many options for areas to relax and catch-up. The outdoor space with hot tub and view were perfect for our reunion. Carol was very accommodating and responsive to all questions/concerns and the checkin/checkout processes were among the easiest I’ve had. Also, the house has 2 driveways which makes it a great choice when guests are arriving separately and space is needed for multiple vehicles.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne B.

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

Father’s Day Family Meetup

Great family get together where we all were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

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

Beautiful home

The home is very beautiful and comfortable. Plenty of space and great outdoor areas. Well appointed kitchen. Our children loved the big bath tub, hot tub, and beach. My only complaint is the owner showing up unannounced three times to work on the outside of the property (clean hot tub, water plants, etc.) over our 9-day stay. Otherwise communication with the host was great - she even went out of her way to accommodate a request.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee H.

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

Perfection

Our family stayed at Carols house while attending a wedding in the thimble islands. House is perfect- beautiful location and the views are stunning. We had plenty (more than we needed) space and the whole trip was luxe. Thank you Carol for an exquisite VRBO
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi P.

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

Fantastic stay

This home was perfect for a quiet stay on the Connecticut coast. Every couple had their own bed and bath. Beautiful view. Very clean. Open floor plan. Lovely area to walk or jog. If we return to this area, this is where we will stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

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

Beautiful views and amenities

We very much enjoyed our stay and were pleasantly surprised by how great the views were from practically every room in the house. Check-in was very simple and there were many nice touches awaiting us at the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth U.

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

Great stay at carol’s

Beautiful property and neighborhood! The beds were super comfy and the kitchen well- stocked with essentials.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

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

Perfect Getaway

We all had a wonderful time. We had everything we needed, and the property was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Beautiful home

The home was gorgeous with beautiful furnishings. The view from all windows was spectacular. A very relaxing home with beautiful views of the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Beautiful Branford

This beautiful home overlooking the sound and harbor fostered a wonderful time spent with family. There is so much beauty in the views, the wildlife, the water, all the beautifully designed and kept landscapes and gardens throughout the surrounding area… And many great restaurants nearby, along with the oceanfront country club and private beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Branford

We had a wonderful time! The home was extremely comfortable and appointed. The owner was very responsive when we had a question. We enjoyed the area and we would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Iris M.

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

Lovely house with amazing views!

It could not have been a better experience. From the first contact with Carol to the arrangements for our stay to a memorable family holiday, no one could ask for more!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve been traveling back to Connecticut for 18 years and have stayed in a wide variety of homes. Without a doubt, this is the best one yet. From the moment we arrived, it felt like home, probably because she and her very helpful husband raised their family here. You can feel it.Carol was an exceptional host; responsive, welcoming, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a wonderful stay. The home is immaculate, clean, cozy, and huge! Every detail has been considered, from the spotless hot tub (not always a given, we've found!) to the room-darkening blinds that allowed us to finally sleep in on vacation, something most rentals overlook.The kitchen is gorgeous, well-stocked, and functional, making it easy to cook and hang out. And the private beach is absolute heaven. Peaceful, quiet, and just across the street.The neighborhood is lovely. We walked every day, taking in the beauty of the area. Neighbors were what I call "New England friendly", and not at all intrusive. We’ve stayed in many vacation homes over nearly two decades, but Carol’s absolutely stands out. It was SO hard to leave. We’re already planning our return next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

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

Wonderful waterfront stay

Our family had a truly wonderful long weekend. The house was everything advertised and more. We were hoping for a few days of water views and the views were fabulous and manifold. Lots of classy comfort throughout the home as well. Carol was as good a communicator and supportive owner as one could ask for. Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann S.

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

Wonderful Christmas in Connecticut

Everything was perfect!! House is amazing for family/friends gathering. Spacious, clean and great views. The home was everything we needed to celebrate the holiday. Thank you to host for communication and special touches throughout the home. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory J., Louisville

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

Family Gathering

After an extended period of no contact we were able to get together for long overdue gathering in the incredible surroundings Indian Neck. Our family has long ties to this area and could not have enjoyed Carol's Beach House any more.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

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

The bird watching was wonderful with beautiful views of a marsh

We loved our stay here. The views were like watching a wonderful panorama of life on the sea with marsh views and sail boats moving from different windows. The seating was comfortable with lots of places to sit and talk with old friends and the kitchen worked very well. All and all it was a great time. One suggestion, provide shore bird books to identify all the different birds to be seen. Also a plus the central air conditioning was effective at keeping everyone comfortable throughout the house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sepehr K., Stamford, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely House for 10 people

Pretty nice house, not exactly beachfront, but a lovely house nonetheless. Good space for entertaining 10 adults. A lot of bugs so tiki torches would be a good addition. Would certainly return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy W.

Nice large house for extended families to gather

We were expecting a very nice rental based on the photos and previous reviews, and were happy all were accurate. Kitchen and grill worked well for preparing meals for our group. We did not use the small beach across the street from the home, opting instead to use the guest membership to the local beach club that the owner arranged. The beach club is also in the neighborhood, has a restaurant and bar and is beautiful with shade trees to get out of the sun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Milana T.

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

Beautiful home

Overall the house was great. The beds were so so comfortable and the house has everything you need to cook and grill. Unfortunately weather wasn’t ideal but we still got to enjoy the hot tub and at least check out the private beach. The beach is across the street and it’s not too bad, just a lot of sharp shells so I’d rec wearing some sandals to and on the beach! The house is a lot bigger than we realized and beautiful views all around. Owner was great and responsive. The master was awesome and the jet tib and shower were awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan d.

Perfect!!

My family stayed here while in town for my son's graduation from Yale, and we could not have asked for a better experience. The home is absolutely beautiful, with amazing views from every window. We found it easy to drive back and forth from New Haven for events, and enjoyed having such a peaceful and scenic respite from the hectic graduation festivities. The kitchen is extremely well-equipped, and we were able to cook some memorable family dinners. Carol was wonderful to work with and made the whole process very easy. I only hope we have the opportunity to come back someday!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Carol S

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Life by the water has brought me some of my most cherished moments. There’s a special energy here—calming, yet invigorating—that refreshes the mind and soul. From peaceful walks along the beach and cycling through charming neighborhoods to tending the garden and sharing laughter with friends and family, this home has truly given me everything life has to offer.

Why they chose this property

Our waterfront home has been a cherished retreat, where guests and families have enjoyed unforgettable vacations in our idyllic coastal town. The heart of the community is a charming town center, home to one of the most picturesque greens in all of New England, surrounded by historic buildings—including the renowned Blackstone Library. Whether you’re savoring meals at one of the many fine restaurants, exploring local vineyards, or strolling down streets lined with unique boutiques, there’s truly something here for everyone.

What makes this property unique

An amazing experience awaits in this ideal waterfront beach home, designed in classic Coastal New England style. With panoramic water views, a private sandy beach, and a hot tub, it offers the perfect setting for relaxation and seaside living. The open floor plan is thoughtfully designed for everyday comfort, showcasing expansive water vistas and vibrant flowering gardens. Located in Branford, just minutes from town, you’ll enjoy easy access to a variety of local restaurants and charming pubs. Whether you’re swimming, lounging on the beach, or entertaining with a sunset backdrop, this home is a true retreat. Centrally located, it’s convenient to New York City, New Haven (including Yale), and Boston—perfect for both weekend getaways and extended stays.

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