A beach cottage gem...

A beach cottage gem... Cottage in New London
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior detail
10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(59 Ratings)

Cottage in New London, CT

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this cottage rental

Built in a bygone era, and completely remodeled, Driftwood cottage is one-of-a-kind. It sits on a private beach with uninterrupted views of the Long Island Sound. Walk down 8 steps, and you're on a lovely, white sand beach. Go for a dip, build sandcastles, read, nap and enjoy stunning sunsets. Sleep to the lulling lapping of the waves.

The Cottage has weathered wooden shingles and a deep green trim, and it's bordered by tended gardens on one side and native grasses and flowers in front - between the porch and the sea. The 900 square foot interior has been remodeled and now has a sophisticated open feel. We've kept a few of the antiques, but otherwise the furniture is new.

All rooms have views of the ocean and open into the living area and the fully-equipped modern kitchen. It's one level with 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. All bedrooms and beds have ocean views. The master bedroom has a queen bed. The other bedrooms have just been redone - more pictures coming soon -into a queen; the other now has a two twins that can combined to make a king. There is a new truly comfortable sleeper sofa for additional guests. The bathroom has a shower and bathtub. There are wood floors throughout, except for the tiled kitchen and bathroom.

A short walk down the beach takes you to a nature preserve where there is birdwatching and access to Harkness Memorial State Park, with its grand lawns and stunning gardens. And, behind the Cottage, there is an enormous lawn where you can kick around a soccer ball, throw a frisbee or a football. It is shared with families who also live around this cul-de-sac.

If you feel like an outing, you can visit nearby historic towns, like Stonington or Mystic, take a ferry and then bike around Block Island, shop at farmer's markets, attend outdoor concerts, tour wineries, sail, kayak, fish, play tennis or take in a play at the Eugene O'Neil Theatre, a mile away.

When you're ready for a day in the city, consider Providence for surprisingly exquisite food, art and entertainment. (We love New Rivers for dinner.) You might also enjoy an evening at Waterfire, bonfires floating down the Providence river in the city center. Or catch the train to NYC for gourmet dining, shopping, and a world class art and theater scene. On the way you could check out New Haven, see the centuries-old Gutenberg Bible at the Beineke Library and eat the best pizza this side of the Atlantic.

When you return, you can throw fresh produce on the grill and chill out on your private porch with a glass of whatever suits you. You may even make s'mores over your own bonfire on the beach. In the cooler months, you might enjoy cozying-up around the old stone fireplace after a day of leaf-peeping along Connecticut's riverways.

Driftwood is well-loved and cared for, full of happy memories. We hope you, too, make your own wonderful memories here! You may just want to come back year after year!

Amenities include:
Fully-equipped modern kitchen
Outdoor grill
Outdoor shower
Beach chairs, towels and toys
Fireplace
WiFi
TV
Indoor dining table
Outdoor picnic table for lunch in the middle of a beach day or alfresco dinners by candlelight
Heating
Washer
Dryer
Free parking on premises
Wheelchair accessible
Books
Board games
Cards
Hangers
Iron
Hair Drier
Laptop friendly workspace


Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly

Map of New London, CT

Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(59 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
A summer vacation away from the hustle and bustle. Loved antiquing, jogging on the private beach, sitting on the porch listening to the waves crashing, and eating fresh seafood in a few restaurants recommended by the locals. We would love to come back to this area, and stay in this charming cottage.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
Our stay at the Driftwood was Amazing, The location can't be beat! The neighbors where really nice as well.
10.0 / 10.0
Apr 2024
We enjoyed this private spot right on the water and the cozy cottage that had everything we needed.
10.0 / 10.0
Mar 2024
Beautiful beach house. Very cozy!
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2023
Beautiful cottage right in the beach! Fully stocked and comfortable. Would stay here again! Beautiful beach on the CT shore. We really enjoyed sitting on the porch and listening to the waves.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2023
The location is perfect. The beach is very private and enjoyable. We love the sound of waves crashing and birds calling. Lots to do nearby if you want, but we preferred the serenity.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2023
Our family had a short stay in this absolutely beautiful location. Can't beat the views of Long Island sound,and being literally right on the beach.
10.0 / 10.0
May 2023
Better than expected. This was a very peaceful cottage on the sound. I was surprised how loud the waves were. Wonderful place to celebrate, contemplate, laugh, cry, walk, collect rocks, Seaglass, bird watch have a glass of wine maybe a shot of tequila. Very beautiful will definitely return also communication with fantastic and the neighbors were exceedingly friendly long live Driftwood !

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in New London?

The average price for a rental in New London is R 4,162 per night. This rental is R 4,823 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at A beach cottage gem.... 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 A beach cottage gem... pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at A beach cottage gem...?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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