Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach!

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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(14 Ratings)

House in Guilford, CT

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Charming seaside home, a minute's walk from association beach. Unique, Nantucket-style shingled cottage. Fantastic location. Newly remodeled with plenty of modern amenities, but comfortable and unfussy. Open, bright & airy, with a spacious living room for fun and hanging out. Ample space to spread out. 2 1/2 bedrooms, 2 full baths (one just redone with beautiful tiled shower); outdoor shower. New washer/dryer, stove, dishwasher and stainless large fridge.

EATING
Two decks, perfect for outside meals and cocktails. Inside, there’s a long farmhouse table and additional breakfast table in the kitchen nook. Completely stocked, ready-to-cook-in kitchen. Famous Bishop's Orchards Farm Market and Winery in Guilford has amazing produce and more. The wonderful Medlyn Farmstand and other farm-to-table markets are nearby.

SLEEPING ETC.
--Master Bedroom: Fall asleep to the sounds of the waves on the Long Island Sound.
--Bedroom 2: 2 adjoining singles that can function as a queen as well.
--Bedroom 3: Cozy and whimsical with built-in bunk beds. A kid pleaser.
--Two full, remodeled baths, one with tub, another with new custom-tiled shower etc. (Towels and and linens provided.)
—Hammock :)

LOCATION
It's an easy drive to the picturesque village of Guilford, with its stunning town green and colonial homes, including the oldest stone house in New England (1638). Farmers' markets, fabulous coffee shop (Cilantro’s), shops, lovely seafood restaurants (Lenny’s in Branford is a favorite) and a local lobster pound.
Near beach towns like Madison and Branford. (The tiny shore town of Stony Creek is really charming, is about a 10 minute drive, and has a sweet ice cream shop and daily tours of the Thimble Islands.) Yale University and New Haven are close. Convenient transport (Metro North or Amtrak to New Haven; and the Shoreline East to Guilford). 20-25 minutes to New Haven. It's about 2 1/2 hours from NY depending on traffic, an hour and a half from Providence and Newport, and roughly 4 hours to Boston. Ample space for off-street parking (which is rare in the neighborhood).

AMENITIES
Wood-burning Fireplace. Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher. Air Conditioning in main room and both bedrooms. WiFi, TV. Lots of books for adults and kids, plus board games and a relaxing hammock out back in the yard.

ACTIVITIES:
Plenty to do in the surrounding area, from hiking to tennis to antiquing and spa-ing. Boat tours of Stony Creek and the Thimble Islands just 10 minutes away.
The wonderful R Julia bookstore and the Hammonnasset State beach are in next-door Madison, plus ice cream stands, lobster shacks etc etc—very ye olde New England.
Easy push-button lock entry. (Will provide code pre-arrival plus all info in the ‘house book’ in kitchen and basics listed on fridge.)

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(14 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Very nice property, private beach across the street, Laura, the owner has been very helpful and responsive. Would recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2023
We spent the month of August in this charming house and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. It was immaculately clean, with comfortable beds and seating arrangements, and all the necessary cooking staples. The grandchildren especially enjoyed combing the beach across the street for little crabs and seashells. There is plenty to do in Guilford and the adjacent towns and beaches. The hostess, Laura, was very accommodating when we dithered about dates! We will certainly come again. Thanks for a great stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2023
Second stay - we love this property and hope we can return next summer!
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2022
The cottage is lovely, clean and more than adequately stocked with everything you need. The local beach was a great place to spend the day and the upper deck provides amazing views. There was more than enough room for our family of 4. We were able to easily make meals with the fully stocked kitchen. The a/c has trouble reaching the bunk room so it can be a bit warm. This is a place we would definitely stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2022
Our family rented this beautiful house for a week stay and completely enjoyed our time there. We walked, kayaked, and soaked in the views, the flowers, and abundant wildlife. So serene! We would love to return!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2022
Though we didn't travel far to get here, we felt we were truly on vacation, beautiful sunsets and steps from the beach - thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2021
This home was wonderfully appointed with all amenities, had a warm and happy, relaxed feel, and just minutes from the beautiful, quaint beach. The private cove community is delightful and peaceful and so picturesque! We will definitely return.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2021
We had a wonderful week long stay in this lovely cottage. It was great staying right here in CT and still feeling like we had a great vacation...and could actually drive home in under 2 hours (with traffic). This home is so charming....and so well stocked! So often we've stayed at VRBO places where we have to buy salt and pepper, condiments, clear wrap, etc. Not here! The home was also very comfortable and fully cooled by the window a/c units. We can't wait to go back!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Guilford?

The average price for a rental in Guilford is $317 per night. This rental is $68 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach!. 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 Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach! pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach!?

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

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