Newly Renovated Cottage on Historic Estate with Private Beach Access

If you are looking for a peaceful retreat with incredible water and natural landscapes, you have found it. This is the perfect location surrounded by nature.This two-bedroom cottage is located on a private, historic family estate, and offers acres of open land with views of the Long Island Sound and the mouth of the Connecticut River, Saybrook lighthouses, marshes and coves teeming with birds including Osprey, Heron and Egret. There is access to private beaches on the Long Island Sound (a 5 min walk) where you will often be the only people you can see. If you enjoy photography, this is one of the best locations for unique photos and memories.Cottage details: The cottage was fully renovated in 2023 with all new appliances, has a second story balcony and an outdoor stone patio. It has full baths on both the 1st and 2nd floors and a washer and dryer on the second floor. The kitchen is fully equipped, and the house has both heat and AC. Pillows and blankets are supplied at no charge. There is a pull-out couch in the living room. Please supply your own sheets and pillowcases for the twins and king bed, bedding can be provided for a fee. No pets or smoking allowed in the house. The normal rental period is for a minimum of 14 days, check in is 4:00 PM on Saturday with check out at 11:00 AM Saturday. We will occasionally consider bookings for less than 14 days, please reach out directly.Old Lyme environs: There are plenty of things to do in the Old Lyme and surrounding area, with unique shops and art galleries. Old Lyme is a central location for many activities. Nearby are rivers and coves convenient for kayaking and sailing. The Mystic Seaport is a short distance away, as are Gillette’s Castle, the Essex Steam Train (and boat ride), Devil’s Hopyard Park, the Florence Griswold Art Museum, the Godspeed Opera House for summer shows, Chamard Vineyard, golf and fine dining (The Griswold Inn in Essex) and the best pizza, ice cream, and grinder shops in New England. Peace and quiet are the watchwords on this private lane.

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Lyme Academy of Fine Arts and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ferry Landing State Park and Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine. Florence Griswold Museum and Goose Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).