5 Stars 🌟 Waterfront Access! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT
House in East Lyme, CT
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
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Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
Updated throughout in 2024... Book your Summer 2025 Vacation now... 5 STARS 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟with DIRECT WATER ACECESS.
Charming cottage available for rent, sitting alongside the beautiful Niantic River, located on the Riverhouse estate in Waterford, Connecticut. The property includes access to 100+ft of private waterfront on the Niantic River. Guests can enjoy outdoor living with plenty of seating, a gazebo, and grill (accessories available for use). The lower-level waterfront includes use of additional seating and picnic area. The Niantic River is excellent for fishing and crabbing!
The cottage sleeps up-to six people and has parking for two guest vehicles. The bedrooms are located on the first and second floors. Enjoy your vacation on the Connecticut coastline. Conveniently located halfway between Boston and New York City.
BEDROOMS: The first-floor bedroom includes a Twin/Twin bunk bed and a single Twin bed. The upstairs bedroom includes a Queen bed, and the upstairs landing has a Twin bed. There is a Smart TV in each bedroom. An additional Single cot is available if requested.
KITCHEN: The fully stocked kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, crockpot, coffee pot, plates, cups, and utensils. Be sure to check out the spices and "odds and ends" cabinet.
BATHROOM: There's a full-size tub and shower and standard size toilet. Towels and limited toiletries included.
LAUNDRY: The laundry room is located on the first floor off of the bedroom and includes a full-size washing machine and dryer. Limited laundry detergent and dryer sheets included.
LIVING ROOM/DINING ROOM: Enjoy the large sectional couch, Smart TV, 4-person dining table and chairs set, and fully stocked bookcase.
Located up-river near Banning Cove and the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve. See local wildlife, including Bald Eagles, egrets, swans, cormorants, deer, rabbits, and more. Perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts or families looking to explore the outdoors together.
Local Employers (appx. driving): Under 10 minutes to Dominion/Millstone. 10 minutes from downtown Niantic, East Lyme beaches. 15 minutes from the US Coast Guard Academy, Connecticut College, and Mitchell College. 20 minutes from downtown Mystic and Olde Mistick Village. 20 minutes from Subase New London, Electric Boat, Pfizer, UCONN Avery Point, and L&M Yale New Haven hospital. 25 minutes from Foxwoods Casino, Mohegan Sun Casino, and Backus Hospital.
Under 10-minute drive to Local Favorites: Cowlick's Ice Cream, Crown Pizza (taco pizza), Dunkin Donuts, Nana's Byrek (family-friendly, pizza/grinders), Filomena's Restaurant (Italian/live music), The Shack (breakfast), Flanders Bakery (Donuts), and Cafe NV Bakery (bagels and grilled cheese sandwiches).
The cottage is the perfect spot for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, or just relaxing and enjoying life on the Connecticut coastline. While primarily a Summer rental, the Cottage can be available for extended stays, just chat with Jessica.
Please note there are other dogs located on the estate and in the neighborhood. If you have any questions please reach out - we'd love to chat.
Dual-Jet Ski dock rental available for additional fee. Contact Jessica for details.
Parents and caregivers with young children: Need baby gear during your stay? Rent cribs, car seats, strollers, toys and more from BabyQuip! As seen on Shark Tank, BabyQuip offers clean, sanitized, safe baby gear. We’ve used them traveling and it makes a big difference! Visit https://www.babyquip.com/a/vb4x9d to make a reservation.
Owner occupied property.
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Charming cottage available for rent, sitting alongside the beautiful Niantic River, located on the Riverhouse estate in Waterford, Connecticut. The property includes access to 100+ft of private waterfront on the Niantic River. Guests can enjoy outdoor living with plenty of seating, a gazebo, and grill (accessories available for use). The lower-level waterfront includes use of additional seating and picnic area. The Niantic River is excellent for fishing and crabbing!
The cottage sleeps up-to six people and has parking for two guest vehicles. The bedrooms are located on the first and second floors. Enjoy your vacation on the Connecticut coastline. Conveniently located halfway between Boston and New York City.
BEDROOMS: The first-floor bedroom includes a Twin/Twin bunk bed and a single Twin bed. The upstairs bedroom includes a Queen bed, and the upstairs landing has a Twin bed. There is a Smart TV in each bedroom. An additional Single cot is available if requested.
KITCHEN: The fully stocked kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, crockpot, coffee pot, plates, cups, and utensils. Be sure to check out the spices and "odds and ends" cabinet.
BATHROOM: There's a full-size tub and shower and standard size toilet. Towels and limited toiletries included.
LAUNDRY: The laundry room is located on the first floor off of the bedroom and includes a full-size washing machine and dryer. Limited laundry detergent and dryer sheets included.
LIVING ROOM/DINING ROOM: Enjoy the large sectional couch, Smart TV, 4-person dining table and chairs set, and fully stocked bookcase.
Located up-river near Banning Cove and the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve. See local wildlife, including Bald Eagles, egrets, swans, cormorants, deer, rabbits, and more. Perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts or families looking to explore the outdoors together.
Local Employers (appx. driving): Under 10 minutes to Dominion/Millstone. 10 minutes from downtown Niantic, East Lyme beaches. 15 minutes from the US Coast Guard Academy, Connecticut College, and Mitchell College. 20 minutes from downtown Mystic and Olde Mistick Village. 20 minutes from Subase New London, Electric Boat, Pfizer, UCONN Avery Point, and L&M Yale New Haven hospital. 25 minutes from Foxwoods Casino, Mohegan Sun Casino, and Backus Hospital.
Under 10-minute drive to Local Favorites: Cowlick's Ice Cream, Crown Pizza (taco pizza), Dunkin Donuts, Nana's Byrek (family-friendly, pizza/grinders), Filomena's Restaurant (Italian/live music), The Shack (breakfast), Flanders Bakery (Donuts), and Cafe NV Bakery (bagels and grilled cheese sandwiches).
The cottage is the perfect spot for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, or just relaxing and enjoying life on the Connecticut coastline. While primarily a Summer rental, the Cottage can be available for extended stays, just chat with Jessica.
Please note there are other dogs located on the estate and in the neighborhood. If you have any questions please reach out - we'd love to chat.
Dual-Jet Ski dock rental available for additional fee. Contact Jessica for details.
Parents and caregivers with young children: Need baby gear during your stay? Rent cribs, car seats, strollers, toys and more from BabyQuip! As seen on Shark Tank, BabyQuip offers clean, sanitized, safe baby gear. We’ve used them traveling and it makes a big difference! Visit https://www.babyquip.com/a/vb4x9d to make a reservation.
Owner occupied property.
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Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of East Lyme, CT
Reviews
10.0
Cute place, close to things, great host
10.0
Close to the event we had planned. A very nice setting.
10.0
Everything was as described. Very peaceful and owners were great.
10.0
We booked two weeks at this location while we waited for our permanent home in CT to be ready. The hosts have been fantastic, very communicative and flexible with us during our extended stay. We felt right at home immediately. The cottage is on the river and has a beautiful view. Easy access to restaurants and grocery as well. Thank you to Jessica and Scott for making our stay a great one, and for making our transition from FL to CT much easier!
10.0
Nice and Quiet , Good for Sleeping while on Night Shift Outage work.
10.0
Our small family group was seeking a quiet, conveniently located rental with a seaside vibe and an appealing living room/kitchen spacious enough to have a few nearby relatives spend time with us there, and this property was perfect. The parking was tight beyond the two spaces allotted, but the owner was flexible and helped us make it work. The grounds are beautiful, the beds are comfortable, the kitchen is well-equipped and the upstairs suite is luxurious (although renters should be aware that the carpeted stairs leading up to it are steep). Even though this is an older property and we arrived during a stretch of rainy weather, the home smelled good and we detected no trace of mustiness. We would be happy to rent this cottage again!
10.0
Nice weather was perfect
10.0
Cute little cottage with everything you need. Right in the river for great fishing! I was in town for work and was enjoying it so much I didn’t want to go to work:)
8.0
Overall the house met our needs. The only 2 issues we had were the ceiling fans were very dusty,we cleaned them and rhe musty smell of the interior that triggered an algeric reaction to several family members. A dehumidifier would do the property well. Other than that very nice stay and location was great.
8.0
Appreciated the pets being welcome.
10.0
It was a perfect house for what we needed. Fit our family of five comfortably. Property was beautiful.
10.0
We really enjoyed our stay in the cottage. There was plenty of room for the 4 of us. I really enjoyed walking down to the water and sitting in the Adirondack chairs watching the ducks swim by. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. The owner responded very quickly to our inquiries. Would recommend.
6.0
Only stayed a short period
10.0
The cottage was very cute. We had a great time!
10.0
This was in the prefect location for us and we had a great vacation
10.0
Very cute and well stocked cottage. Owners were very quick to reply. Would stay again!
10.0
The cozy cottage was ideal venue and location for our family to visit our son at the nearby US Coast Guard Academy. The idyllic scenery on the banks of the Nantic River really enhanced the experience. Would recommend for any family getaway.
10.0
This location is great if you want to be close to Niantic, New London, and Mystic. You have many great beaches close by and the space of this 2 bedroom is perfect. The view to the Niantic River is a nice bonus. If you are looking for a quiet getaway, this place is perfect.
8.0
Seamless experience at this cottage. Nice location and owners were quick to respond
10.0
Jessica's river cottage was the perfect weekend retreat! Great for a peaceful weekend spent reading by the Niantic or exploring the towns and beaches around Waterford/New London.
10.0
A quaint and Homie little river home.
10.0
This quaint cottage was a perfect home base for exploring the area. It was about 15-20 minutes from all the activities/areas we went to. We took advantage of the river access and kayaked from the public marina in Niantic back to the house - a very nice kayak trip. The cottage was clean and well stocked. The owners were easy to communicate with. This was a great first time to the area.
10.0
Wonderful getaway
Jessica’s property was exactly as described. It was a quiet, clean cottage on the River. We would definately stay again!
4.0
A Mixed bag
Pros
+ nice shady yard with picnic table and chairs
+ Niantic river access
+ nice breezes off the river
+ nice dark walk-in closet; perfect for an infant to sleep
+ great location, right off I-95 and near shops
+ hosts were communicative
Cons
- mice poop on the kitchen counters each morning (!!)
- low quality master bed; it disconnected from the headboard and overall wasn’t very comfortable. Creaky
- bathroom on different (lower) level than master bed (upper)
- hardly any kitchen counter space
- stove is tilted to one side
- dark inside the house
- bathroom has a broken floorboard
- lots of bugs made their way inside the house even while keeping doors and windows closed
- one of the downstairs beds is actually a cot
- hosts live right next door
10.0
Perfect space
we all love space
we love the lake
10.0
Peaceful Cottage Stay
The cottage is very cute and is beautifully decorated. It has the most comfortable beds and couch I've ever encountered at rental property. The river is just down the hill, and we had some amazing sunsets over the hill. We got to see many different types of birds including egrets, cormorants, and osprey. My kids had a great time as well, we spent a lot of time just hanging out by the water and also did some kayaking. There are also many lovely places to visit near by, and the local beaches are gorgeous. There are also many fantastic restaurants near by, serving a variety of different types of food, including an ice creamery that's just up the road. It was a wonderfully relaxing place to stay. I would mention though that the steps to the second floor are quite steep, and may be difficult for some with knee issues. Also, the steps going down to the water's edge are rocky and uneven, and may be difficult for some. My kids loved climbing on them and skipping rocks and shells into the river. Overall it was a wonderful trip. Thank you!
10.0
Had everything you’d need
Very well stocked house from toiletries to blankets and towels, kids toys, books for adults and kids, and kitchen needs.
10.0
Gorgeous spot and friendly folks
This quaint little cottage was a perfect change of pace for the weekend! Jessica and Scott were helpful and friendly from the first message and keep a lovely home, the garden was gorgeous the yard was great, the grill was perfect! It was a good launch point for some visits to nearby beaches and towns, bit it was even better for staying out and relaxing.
10.0
A very charming and private cottage! Operated by lovely people, and situated alongside the Niantic River. It was a peaceful and stress-free stay.
10.0
Couples trip
Very nice property. The owners live next door and are very nice and helpful. Nice property that over looks a river with nice open grounds. The house is well kept with a large bedroom on the second floor and second bedroom on the first floor. The steps to the second floor are very steep and would be a problem if you had leg issues. Close to Mystic Sea Port and othe sites.
10.0
Stay near mystic
Property was clean homeowners were easy to contact and helpful.
Property was lovely and only a short drive from mystic.
8.0
Cute River Cottage
Cute river cottage, just the right size for a couple and two small children. Close to many southeastern CT attractions.
10.0
Peaceful, laidback getaway
My family- myself, husband, dog, teens and some of their friends- spent a full week at this property. The house has all the amenities one needs with many thoughtful touches throughout. The place is clean and homey feeling. The grounds were big enough that we could all sprawl out in our own spaces or all be together. There are several areas to gather. You can see the owners' ongoing efforts to keep restoring the property and updating while keeping its nature and charm. If you're into nature, it's abundant with lots to see and explore. While the highway is nearby, it wasn't a deal breaker and was convenient for making quick short trips to wherever we were going. I'd rather take the open space and minimal noise than the crowded houses and lots farther upriver. We liked the peace and tranquility. For us, the well stocked full kitchen (and grill) was a huge plus as it allowed us to be able to cook many of our meals. The laundry area was great also. It meant we didn't need to pack as much for our trip. There was plenty of hot water at all times. We would gladly return to stay again. The hosts were friendly and helpful and answered any questions we had and made some great suggestions of the area.
10.0
Awesome location and host are great
Awesome location, beautiful property! Jessica was easily accessible when needed and was a great host. Check in/out was simple and easy.
8.0
Weekend road trip
We had a nice stay with our dogs. The house was well stocked with all the essentials. The weather didn’t cooperate but we enjoyed the nearby towns of Niantic and Mystic.
8.0
Fishing trip
Is enjoyed our stay and the accommodations
10.0
Great spot!
This was our first stop on a 6 week journey around the NE and it was perfect. Jessica was super, great communication, the place was clean, well stocked and had lots of thoughtful items. Lots of chairs to take in the view. Sits right on the Niantic River where we kayaked everyday. The Niantic Brewery quickly became our go-to place after picking up some to-go food from several nice restaurants. Took a trip up to check out Mystic Pizza and was surprised at how good the food was (went back a second time).
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in East Lyme?
The average price for a rental in East Lyme is $431 per night. This rental is $56 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 5 Stars 🌟 Waterfront Access! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is 5 Stars 🌟 Waterfront Access! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at 5 Stars 🌟 Waterfront Access! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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