Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach!
Guilford, Franklin County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach! 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 w...
Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach! 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.EATINGTwo 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 :)LOCATIONIt'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). AMENITIESWood-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.)
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Outside
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach towels
- Water sports gear
- Golf
- Tennis
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Beach
- Near the ocean
- Oceanfront
- Village
- Water view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Sailing
- Snorkelling
- Boating
- Hiking
- Mountain biking
- Health/beauty spa
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Outlet shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Bay/sound
- Marina
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Living/dining area
- Kitchen
- Tennis court
Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Water view
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
- Italian
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach towels
Pool spa
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Playground
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's toys
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Bathtub or shower
- Shower only
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV
- DVD player
- Music library
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Garden
- Yard
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washer/dryer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- In a village
- Near a hospital
- Near the bay
- Near the ocean
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- Near the marina
Things to do
- Golf
- Water sports equipment
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Winery tours nearby
- Tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Swimming nearby
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,600 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 11:00 AM
- Minimum age to rent: 22
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Guilford
Located in Guilford, this holiday home is near the beach. Hyland House Museum and Henry Whitfield State Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bishops Orchard and Winery and Rose Vineyards. Anna Mia's and RJ Julia Booksellers are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
Nearby locations
- Guilford Art Center 4 min drive
- Chaffinch Island State Park 5 min drive
- Bishops Orchard and Winery 8 min drive
- Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District 8 min drive
- Hammonasset Beach State Park 16 min drive
Getting around
- Guilford Station 8 min drive
- New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed New Haven Regional)
Restaurants
- Dairy Queen 8 min drive
- McDonald's 9 min drive
- Panera Bread 11 min drive
- Bishop's Orchards Farm Market & Winery 9 min drive
- Wendy's 9 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach!?
Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.
What time is check-out at Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Water, Charm, Shore, Relaxation. Steps to Beach! located?
Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Guilford Art Center, Chaffinch Island State Park and Hyland House Museum. Bishops Orchard and Winery and Henry Whitfield State Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).