Beautiful Waterfront In Branford, Connecticut

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1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Parking available
Free WiFi
Ocean view

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Branford, CT

Stony Creek Brewery
‪4 min drive‬
Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District
‪10 min drive‬
Yale University
‪13 min drive‬
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

1 Bedroom, 1.5 bath direct waterfront cottage completely remodeled. Second floor master suite with vaulted ceiling, full bath, large deck with direct waterviews. Steps away from beach and park, popular fishing dock and kayak launch area. 1 mile to train station, 1.5 hours to NYC, 2 hours to Boston and 15 min to New Haven. Short drive to Thimble Island Cruise in Stony Creek.

Outside Shower
Gas grill
WIFI
Linens included
Beach chairs, towels
Bose CD Player

Property manager

Robert Reutenauer

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Branford

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Branford Center, a neighbourhood in Branford. Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Lighthouse Point Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at West Rock Ridge State Park and Chaffinch Island State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Connecticut Sportsplex or Payne Whitney Gymnasium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Branford, CT

What's nearby

Stony Creek Brewery - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Double Beach - 9 min drive - 3.1 km
Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District - 10 min drive - 7.1 km
Yale University - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
Yale-New Haven Hospital - 14 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

Branford Station - 7 min drive
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
‪Smoothie King - ‬5 min drive
‪Branford Townhouse Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Waterfront In Branford, Connecticut pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Waterfront In Branford, Connecticut?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Waterfront In Branford, Connecticut?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Waterfront In Branford, Connecticut located?

Located in Branford Center, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Stony Creek Brewery, Double Beach and Branford Hills Plaza Shopping Center. Shoreline Trolley Museum and Hagaman Memorial Library are also within 6 miles (10 km). Branford Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tim-Jen L.

18 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for two

Clean, great location, perfect for two, views, everything you need, walkable, and relaxing. Our second time here and could not have been happier…

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

23 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Proximity to the beach is great. The views are amazing. Very peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

6 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Shoreline Cottage

Everything was great, from Rob showing us around on day one to our last day. The cottage was clean, well equipped and in a nice location. We couldn't ask for more.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim-Jen L.

15 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We absolutely LOVED this place! Loved, loved, loved our stay. The week was so peaceful, and the cottage was well maintained and just lovely. We hope to rent it again! =:)

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim S., Glen Rock, NJ

7 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Rob was a fantastic host and readily available to answer questions or assist in any way. The location is quiet and peaceful with stunning views from both the second floor porch and the terraced patio. The house is clean, well appointed and super charming. The beach is a short walk and just beyond the beach is some great fishing from Branford Point.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

28 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

a GREAT place

What a wonderful place to renew one's spirit! It was clean and peaceful. Just to be able to sit and look over the water was GREAT! The host was very solicitous and informative. I didn't want to leave.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina L., BRIGHTON

20 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous, Idyllic, Heavenly

What a slice of heaven! It was very special to spend a week at Rob + Robin's place, right on the water. Fish jumped, ospreys flew above...it was just so peaceful. The beds are comfy, and the house has everything you need - we cooked all our meals and had every utensil at our fingertips. The house is beautifully appointed with so many carefully chosen, artistic details. The little beach is a 2-minute walk away. Rob is lovely and was kind enough to meet us at the house and show us around - and he was available and responsive regarding our questions. We just adored our time at the cottage and hope to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon D.

29 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Effortless, Coastal Charm!

My wife and I stayed for more than two weeks in this beautifully decorated, charming, well-situated cottage, located right on the Branford harbor inside Parker Memorial Park on the Connecticut coast. The property has a lovely multi-level outdoor space that leads directly down to the harbor. The cottage is completely charming and beautifully decorated with a designer's touch that's unpretentious but feels more like a European cottage on the French or Italian coast than central Connecticut. The upstairs bedroom suite has a comfortable bed, dual ceiling fans, and a lovely balcony with rocking chairs and a telescope to view the beautiful coastal harbor. There is a small twin bed available in an adjacent room that we did not use but would pefect for a child. Rob, the owner, was very helpful in recommending local restaurants and other places to visit. He was very responsive to questions and always checks in prior to coming out to maintain the property. There's a lovely little beach right in the park which is an easy 5-minute walk. The hosts provide beach chairs and towels. We were also treated to an amazing town fireworks display on one of the weekends during our stay. We can't recommend this place more highly and would love to return anytime.

Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

susan s.

21 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beware: No air-conditioning or de-humidifier

My husband and I are active renters, all over the world. Typically, our stays are typically for four or more weeks. In sum, the house itself is a #1; the location is a #5. On the plus side, the location, town center and beach/park within a tiny walk are wonderful. Sitting in the rental's adirondack chairs reading a book while looking out on the sound was sublime. We'd certainly come back to Branford, but find a better house. So what's not right about the house? First, there is not one closet to hang clothes. The owner set up a rack (not shown on pictures). Because of the house's steamy poor ventilation during our July/August stay, we had to rewash all clothes when we got home. The drawers barely open on the very warped dressers, so our suitcases were used to store clothing. One wall (not pictured) in the first floor bathroom is built into a rock, so the room "sweats" so frequent mopping is required. A few nights we had to sleep elsewhere because we couldn't take the excessive heat. The house would benefit from editing down the furniture and tchotchkes for space considerations, granted some may like the charm of it. The pictures do imply a larger living space. This could be a wonderful spot in the Spring and Fall for short term rentals. As said, the town is special and has more restaurants to offer than say nearby Clinton. New Haven is close, the train system can get you to NYC without much of a hassle. For the daily rate, this house should be more.

Stayed 27 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vince J., Clayton, MO USA

2 October 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet with a view

Very relaxing, clean, and quiet.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

ronnie s.

13 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage Life

Weeks of relaxing and enjoying the view, the beach, the local food and especially the cottage.

Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

14 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coastal Cottage

Wonderful stay in Branford Ct. Communications with the owner Rob was excellent and he was very accommodating. The location was perfect for our needs and the view was amazing.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

18 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Vacation

The cottage was very very nice. Clean, comfortable, modern amenities with a classic cottage feel. A nice view of Long Island sound. We enjoyed every minute of it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penny S.

16 October 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

My husband and I had a great stay in the cottage. It has a great view.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tamara V.

10 October 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage with stunning views

The cottage is very comfortable for a couple. Is located inside a park with beautiful grounds and easy walk to the beach. We loved the views and sunsets. Very tranquil and quiet. The cottage has very interesting se or

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

30 September 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our stay.

We had a wonderful time at The Cottage. The views are beautiful and the beach is very close. The accomodations are comfortable and convenient. Rob, our host, was very helpful in answering our questions and recommending restaurants.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

ronnie s.

28 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shoreline 0asis

A remarkable romantic cottage that's nestled on a cliff. Water views inside and out all the way to Long Island. All located steps to a nice beach and minutes from good resturaunts. A YESSSSSS !

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

20 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for agile senior citizens

Easy communication

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

30 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Cottage

Every morning I woke up to a glorious view of Long Island Sound. Not a bad way to start the day. The Cottage is a little bit of heaven in Branford, CT. Located close to everything. My hosts were attentive and responsive.

Stayed 61 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Hilary C., New York, NY

14 October 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning view and great location

The cottage has an incredible view, and the location in Branford is great. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne B., Fort Lee, NJ

20 September 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Italy in Connecticut

This little cottage is a gem. Build among rocks and boulders reminds me of Italy’s Almafi coast. Rob and Robin, the owners, have done a great job maintaining the property. The interior flows beautifully and everything is very clean and comfortable. The kitchen has everything you would need. And the view, even from your bed, are spectacular. We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A., NEW YORK

12 September 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem

This is a beautiful property , like sitting on the Mediterranean coast! The owners have decorated and appointed the house with such detail. They are extremely nice, helpful and responsive. The beach is a 2 minute walk , quiet and very clean. The only slight glitch is there is not much privacy as the neighbors are quite close, but also very pleasant and not intrusive. The location is great as it’s close to town , restaurants and a large plaza with super market, etc. We definitely recommend Rob and Robins “Cottage “

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

5 September 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful slice of the sea

I stayed nearly a month at this beautiful, well built cottage with multiple spaces for enjoying the peaceful and expansive water view, boats, sunrise, and sunsets, or entertaining. It sits in the park near the beach. The owners are very helpful, resourceful, and responsive- even though there’s nothing that is needed. I loved my personal retreat time here and will be back 💖

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie O.

1 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!!

We absolutely loved staying at Robin and Rob's house. The pictures do not do it justice - it is like staying on the Italian coastline (but here in CT). It is totally relaxing and absolutely stunning. Robin and Rob were such a pleasure to deal with - they were super attentive to everything we needed. We are excited to come back soon!!!!

Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte J.

29 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home!

My husband and I had the perfect quiet week in this gorgeous spot. The photos of the outdoor space had sold me on the property, and it is lovely. The cottage is well-proportioned with a large master bedroom on the top floor. Walking distance to two beaches. The only surprise was just how close the neighbors are, but everyone is friendly :)

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Robert Reutenauer

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English

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1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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