Private Island Compound with Large Cottage and Guest House

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5.0

Outstanding(20 Reviews)

Cottage in Branford, CT

10 guests · 6 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Balcony or Patio, Hot tub or spa and more

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About this cottage rental

Cut in Two East is a Historic Beach Cottage located in the exclusive Thimble islands, off the coast of Stony Creek, Connecticut. A unique and commanding island, encompassing one large island with a classic 3-bedroom, 2 bath cottage and a detached studio/guest house sleeps up to 10. Set high on a granite rock cropping this home offers 360-degree views of the shoreline, the majestic Thimble Islands and open views to the shores of Long Island. Guests will enjoy rustic beauty of this historic old cottage set back in time with its wood floors, exposed beams and eat-in country kitchen. Guests will be taken back by the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets from this island while enjoying warm summer breezes during the day and evening. A fisherman's delight, features include a covered wrap-around porch, patio with barbecue grill, a deep-water dock with float and a guest cottage that sleeps 2. Accessible by your own boat (up to 20') or public ferry that runs hourly in season. This cottage is rented out on a 6 day minimum basis.,

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Smoking allowed

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Map of Branford, CT

Nearby attractions

SeaQuest Trumbull

39 mi

Gillette Castle State Park

33.1 mi

Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History

14.3 mi

East Rock Park

13.9 mi

Private Island Compound with Large Cottage and Guest House

5.0

Outstanding(20 Reviews)

Cottage in Branford, CT

10 guests · 6 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Balcony or Patio, Hot tub or spa and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Smoking allowed

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Map of Branford, CT

Nearby attractions

SeaQuest Trumbull

39 mi

Gillette Castle State Park

33.1 mi

Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History

14.3 mi

East Rock Park

13.9 mi

Reviews

5.0

Outstanding(20 Reviews)

5.0

Jul 2024

The Thimble Islands is a magical place. On Cut-in-Two East, you have the whole island to yourself and you can really get away. There is a wonderful gazebo for sunsets. There's a great little beach for swimming. The water is fantastic. Enjoy!

5.0

Sep 2023

Beautiful property with a really cool history! Loved the water toys and little beach!

5.0

Aug 2023

From the minute we arrived, we were amazed at the amenities! Take a short ferry ride ($6 each way) and kick back on a private island. With no need for cars or bikes, the kayaks and paddle boards provided exercise and fun (there were plenty available for everyone). The kitchen and bathrooms were updated and virtually spotless. The beds were comfortable. We slept with the windows open and a few fans on during the hottest week of the summer. Caught a ton of fish right off the dock and rocks. Ate some porgies and a weakfish. Delicious. The kids had fun at low tide on the "beach" of sand. They made sand castles and a makeshift aquarium for hermit crabs, jellies and minnows. Drinking a cup of coffee in the morning, watching the ospreys dive for fish was better than taking blood pressure meds. The sunrises and sunsets were epic. Two storms blew through, which were fascinating to watch and experience. Saw a double rainbow and the Starlink satellites right over the island. Partied with some of the locals when they tied up their boats in the marina in front of the house. Easy travel to New Haven for a slice of pizza. Also made a trip to Essex to our favorite tavern in the Griswold Inn. So much history in the house and the Thimbles. The info packet and souvenirs were a great touch. Would definitely come back!

5.0

Jun 2023

From the moment the Ferry picked us up to viewing the house and property ~ we were in paradise! The house & guest house are spotless and are stocked with absolutely everything you need plus more! The view is breathtaking from any direction on the wrap around porch! The island is amazing with beautiful flowers popping up daily between the enormous rocks. The teenagers swam, and used the kayaks daily. The Owner is thoughtful and responsive. It was the best family vacation we ever had! An plan on returning!

5.0

May 2023

Not only was the property spectacular the host Gerard was tremendous. The property was even better than expected. Our guests enjoyed the unique opportunity to be on an island, enjoying the views and the history of Cut in Two Island. The island is just far enough from shore to be secluded and easy to get our guests on and off as the Thimble Islands has a boat taxi that is readily available. I also have a small boat to get items back a forth. As far as value, it can't be beat, especially for those that can drive to the Island area. No planes, no car rental expense. Simple easy and the opportunity for us to have various guests on different days made it great for so many to be part of it. We will be back that is for sure!

5.0

Sep 2022

This was one of the best times we have had , so relaxing and fun for the kids. All of our friends and family enjoyed the stay and we already booked for next year . Gerard was a pleasure to work with. Thank you again

5.0

Jul 2022

Amazing!

Amazing!

This was literally our favorite vacation by far!!! Everything was perfect!! Our host Gerard was literally everything we could have asked for! We were the first guests to enjoy new sand that was put in for a little beach and it was perfect!! Great place to be with paddle boards and for my daughter to play around in the water! You have mad us life long customers! We will be back! Thank you!!!

5.0

Aug 2021

This was our second summer vacationing at Cut in Two East. Another 5 star week! Gerard and his team made some amazing improvements. The house is perfect for a casual, relaxing much needed getaway. This is a unique vacation everyone should experience. Gerard is incredibly attentive and responsive. Thank you so much for having us again! Cut in Two East is a gem!

5.0

Aug 2021

Island family vacation

Island family vacation

This was the perfect family vacation house! We rented both Cut in Two East and West!

5.0

Jul 2021

Another amazing week

Another amazing week

5.0

Jul 2021

Cut-in-Two East is a one-of-kind experience and Gerard is a wonderful host too! Highlights include the sunsets, the kayaks & paddleboards, and the wrap-around-porch. We hope to return next year!

5.0

Jul 2021

Amazing!

Amazing!

Cut-in-Two East is a one-of-kind experience and Gerard is a wonderful host too! Highlights include the sunsets, the kayaks & paddleboards, and the wrap-around-porch. We hope to return next year!

5.0

Jun 2021

Absolutely Fantastic Property

Absolutely Fantastic Property

I cannot recommend this property more. Absolutely beautiful, well maintained, views from every room, fabulous wrap around porch with comfy seating, the full bath outhouse is totally charming (there's a bathroom inside too) Gerard always responded immediately, one of the most well equipped property I've ever stayed at, no wifi but hot spots worked great, ferry/taxi was super easy to use, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!!!

5.0

Jun 2021

Beautiful property with an incredible view. The property manager was very friendly and quick to respond with questions and concerns. Only issues we encountered was the lack of air conditioning, but luckily it cooled down enough in the evenings. As well, the ferry service was running on reduced hours which is the only way on and off the island, but they were very accommodating when given an advanced notice.

5.0

Jun 2021

Amazing stay

Amazing stay

5.0

Oct 2020

Cut in two

Cut in two

Both locations were great. We had our wedding and could not have had a better time!

5.0

Sep 2020

Great staycation!

Great staycation!

All of our travel plans were cancelled, so we were quite desperate to get us all out of the house. Staying on this private island checked all the boxes. It felt like an adventure having to ferry back and forth to the main land. The older teens took the guest studio and loved their own space. Kayaks and paddle boards were a hit, and my son loved successfully fishing for strippers! It really did make us feel like we were somewhere far from home even though we were only an hour away. I loved this house and hope to revisit in the future. The host, Gerard, was excellent and went above and beyond delivering/ returning special friends when the ferry wasn’t running. This really made our day! I highly recommend staying here, it’s sweet and magical and the perfect size for friends and family.

5.0

Sep 2020

Once in a lifetime trip!

Once in a lifetime trip!

If you are looking for a memorable vacation, you have to stay here! Cut in Two East is the most magical dream of a vacation. Because of the pandemic, we were forced to cancel our original wedding plans and I am SO glad we did. Saying our vows at this private, beautiful home was more than I ever could have imagined. There are a multitude of stunning areas to explore on the island. I have never seen sunsets so gorgeous. The tranquil atmosphere can’t be beat. Gerard is a wonderful host - accommodating, close by, and easy to communicate with. We will be back every year.

5.0

Sep 2020

Gerard is a terrific host. The cottage is super easy to get to and the views are just spectacular! We enjoyed the kayaks and the outdoor grill space. One thing to note is that the main house dates back to the 1800s and is truly a cottage - no air conditioning and the bedrooms are upstairs, effectively in the attic.

5.0

Sep 2020

Great escape

Great escape

5.0

Aug 2020

Excellent stay

Excellent stay

Beautiful property, very clean. The island includes all the amenities for a memorable stay: top notch equipment for water activities, plenty of sheets and towels, a deck area for outdoor grilling. Gerard is local, attentive, and responds quickly. We would rent again.

5.0

Aug 2020

Great Stay on Island Sanctuary

Great Stay on Island Sanctuary

Cut In Two East was a spectacular place for a quiet vacation. The 360-degree wrap-around porch ensures that there's always a seat with a breeze and water view. Missing from the photos is an area in which we spent a lot of time: a low deck just off the kitchen with a large table, gas grill, and patio umbrella with solar powered lights for the evening, good for eating and playing games. Host was very responsive without being intrusive, and lives on another island about five minutes away. Highly recommend.

5.0

Jul 2020

Wonderful vacation

Wonderful vacation

My family and friends had a wonderful vacation on Cut in Two East! It was the perfect beach cottage perched on the rocks in the thimble islands. The views and sunsets were absolutely breath taking! The charm of the cottage took you back in time and the quiet living on an island let us forget about “the new normal” for a wonderful week. We can’t wait to go back next year!!!!

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Branford?

The average price for a rental in Branford is $469 per night. This rental is $764 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Private Island Compound with Large Cottage and Guest House . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Private Island Compound with Large Cottage and Guest House pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Private Island Compound with Large Cottage and Guest House ?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, smoking allowed, laundry, balcony or patio, and dishwasher.

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Pets allowed · Kitchen or Kitchenette · Air conditioner

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Private Island Compound with Large Cottage and Guest House

Cottage in Branford, CT

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

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Map of Branford, CT

Nearby attractions

Private Island Compound with Large Cottage and Guest House

Cottage in Branford, CT

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Branford, CT

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Branford?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Private Island Compound with Large Cottage and Guest House pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Private Island Compound with Large Cottage and Guest House ?

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