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Charming Fairfield Beach 3BR 2BA Cottage By The Sea

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 795 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Fairfield, CT
  • Fairfield Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Jennings Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Fairfield University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Charming Fairfield Beach 3BR 2BA Cottage By The Sea

Charming Beach Cottage – Steps from Private Beach!
Welcome to our newly renovated seaside retreat—a perfect getaway for families, couples, or anyone looking to relax by the shore. Nestled just steps from a private beach (right across the street!), our charming cottage offers the ideal balance of coastal tranquility and convenient access to town. Whether you enjoy walking, biking, swimming, fishing, kayaking, or simply napping in a shady hammock, this is the place for you.

The Cottage
Our cozy-yet-modern cottage has been thoughtfully updated while maintaining its rustic seaside charm. With plenty of indoor and outdoor space, it’s perfect for a family getaway or a peaceful escape. Enjoy high-speed WiFi, or take advantage of the many opportunities to unplug and unwind.

For entertainment, we’ve added Amazon Alexa and a Fire Stick to our smart TV, so you can stream your favorite shows and music effortlessly.

Work & Play
Need to mix business with pleasure? We’ve partnered with B@Work Co-Working, offering our guests 24/7 access to a beautiful, multi-level workspace overlooking a lake and waterfall, just 3 miles from the cottage.

Guest Access
Guests will have exclusive use of the entire cottage, plus unlimited access to the sunshine, sand, and sea.

Local Highlights
While it’s easy to hide away and relax for a week or more, Fairfield is also full of fantastic dining, craft breweries, and live entertainment:

Foodie Paradise: From fresh seafood and sushi to pizzas, burgers, and barbecue, there’s something for everyone just blocks away.
Local Brews: Discover Fairfield’s thriving microbrewery scene with fantastic craft beer options nearby.
Live Music & Entertainment: Catch a show at Fairfield Theater Company or The Quick Center (Fairfield University), or experience one of the state’s best weekly open mic nights at Acoustic Café in Black Rock.
Getting Around
Bike to town (or take a leisurely walk)
Quick drive or Uber trip to downtown Fairfield
Half a mile from the Fairfield Metro North Train Station (~1 hour to Manhattan)
Easily accessible from I-95 & Merritt Parkway
Parking
On-site parking for up to three vehicles
As a beach cottage, the parking area is small
If parking multiple vehicles, they must be parked perpendicular under the cottage
Beach Access & Guidelines
We have a right-of-way to the private beach across the street. Guests may enjoy the beach up to the high tide mark but please respect our neighbors' property.

Book your perfect beach getaway today and make lasting memories by the beautiful Long Island Sound!

Property manager

Gerard from Great Gull Island Properties
Premier Host

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Fairfield

Located in Fairfield, this cottage is on the waterfront. Bridgeport Downtown South Historic District and Westport Historical Society are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Baldwin Plaza Shopping Center and Westport Farmers Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Total Mortgage Arena or Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater.
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Fairfield, CT

What's nearby

  • Fairfield Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Penfield Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jennings Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fairfield University - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Sacred Heart University - 15 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Fairfield Station - 5 min drive
  • Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪16 Handles - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Colony Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mecha Noodle Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Fairfield Beach 3BR 2BA Cottage By The Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming Fairfield Beach 3BR 2BA Cottage By The Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Fairfield Beach 3BR 2BA Cottage By The Sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Fairfield Beach 3BR 2BA Cottage By The Sea located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Fairfield Beach and Penfield Beach. Jennings Beach and Fairfield Museum and History Center are also within 2 miles (3 km). Fairfield Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn A.

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

Charming Cottage

What a wonderful find, and only an hour away from NYC. Fairfield CT is beautiful, friendly people, great restaurants, dog friendly, beautiful private beach, the list goes on and on. Thank you to Gerard for being so helpful, kind and always there to answer any questions, and give great recommendations. If you ever need a break from the city, this is the place to go to. Thanks again for such a wonderful holiday! We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Great location

Gerard was very responsive and helpful and the rental was lovely and in a great location. The beach access was great as were the beach accessories we could borrow! The house stayed nice and cool in during the hot days! Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

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

Great family getaway!

The cottage was perfect. All of the basics were supplied such as toilet paper, paper towels, pack and play, booster seat etc. Check in and check out were easy with very little for us to do. Gerard was extremely helpful. He is one of the most efficient and kind property managers that I have ever dealt with. He answered every question I had and provided information about the area.The beach area was clean and quiet. Beds were comfortable and the backyard space was great with the kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Getaway

This cottage is amazing! Very clean and great location. Beds were very comfy. If it’s available you should grab it! A hidden gem and Gerard could not be any easier to work with. Great communicator
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

Great!

The house is beautiful, the location is wonderful. The beds are comfy. Everything is perfect. The only caution is the parking space is a little tight if you have a big vehicle. I drove a Ford Transit 12 passenger van which I was able to get off the street with some maneuvering. Any bigger than that would be difficult.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haleigh D.

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

Perfection

The house was absolutely perfect and Gerard was so kind! The location cannot be beat and the house was so comfortable to stay in, highly highly recommend you stay here if you are going to Fairfield!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Fairfield Beach

Such a cute beach house. It is was a perfect location for our family of four to stay at while visiting with other family in Fairfield/Southport/Westport and also allowing us to go into NYC for a day trip to the Statue of Liberty.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Cute and comfortable

The house was great ..perfect location and Gerard was amazing ..He was attentive and checked in on us throughout our entire stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ansley D.

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

Great beach house in CT

This is a gorgeous property. The house is so nicely renovated and really lovely and comfortable. It has nice furniture and linens and a great kitchen. We were surprised by how much the kitchen had in a compact size. Plenty of space with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Helpful instructions were given on how to access the beach and we had no problems with that. It is very close and you can see a sliver of ocean from the couch and dining table. The only thing that surprised us was how small the parking area is. We had a single mid sized SUV to park and it took some maneuvering to get it where it wasn’t right by the road. I felt a little nervous being so parked to the road on a turn but I did notice that other properties had a similar situation and parked extremely close to the road. It seems like a small community and we didn’t get swiped so it worked out in the end. I would heartily recommend this property and hope we may be so lucky as to stay here again in the future. I would sum it up as- everything you need, beautiful, relaxing, and quaint yet luxurious.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunil T., New York, USA

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

excellent beach stay

Really enjoyed our visit. The property is on a really nice stretch of beach which is perfect for walking. The host and property were exactly as we hoped. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

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

Fairfield Beach Cottage

Clean, quaint spot for a family gathering. A little chilly in February but very calming and pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Great home away from home

My family and I decided we wanted to just get away. We found this great beach property in Fairfield. Everything was perfect from the moment we checked in. Thank you for allowing us into your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Perfect Setting

What a great spot to enjoy the shoreline Fairfield has to offer. Seconds to the shoreline!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Nice cottage

This house was very clean and nice. Really close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

We had an amazing time. We love the town and could not have loved the house anymore!

Our experience was extremely positive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Wonderful!

Gerard was incredibly helpful and attentive! The house was beautiful and perfect for our needs!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle O.

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

Excellent Stay

We live in the same town but needed to move out of our house for a few days due to a construction project at our house. Gerard was the best he went out of his way by texts to make sure everything was going well at the rental. He let us check in early so we could work the day we checked in which was great! The rental was very clean and cozy! It was great that we could bring our 2 dogs they enjoyed being close to the beach. I would rent this place again! Thank you Gerard!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Sister I

Beautiful, comfortable accommodation. Gerald was extremely gracious. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Outstanding Stay!

The owner was fantastic from start to finish - always readily available and made our comfort his obvious priority. The property itself was as described; cute, neat, clean and just enough space. While the TV had just very basic cable channels, it was a smart TV with a firestick for streaming, which was fine. Would be great if there were small TVs in the bedrooms, but this is more of a suggestion and wasn't a big deal at all. The beach access thing is a little tricky, not so much the owner's issue, but the owner of the tall house across the street wasn't happy when we put our umbrella and chairs on the area that we thought and still believe was 'inside the high tide line' as described in the rules. While she congenially expressed her frustration with seeing parades of strangers basically sitting in her back yard, she also made no offer/effort to allow us to stay the 15 minutes more we said we were planning on staying. If she really "loved people" and "felt so bad telling us" as much as she said she did, then why not allow us the 15 minutes to watch the waves and pack up? Hmmm... Finally, my wife left her Kindle behind and the owner located it and handed it off to my daughter who goes to school in the area - great customer service! Would recommend if you're in the area and looking for a reasonably priced stay at a comfortable place with a helpful, friendly owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Weekend getaway

Nice property with great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia I.

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

Great location and great communication with owner

We were in town for a wedding and truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren J.

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

Weekend Stay

I am beyond impressed with the communication from Gerald. He was quick to let me know there was an AC issue prior to our check in, which he already had a resolution too, which was fixed before we arrived. The cottage itself is quaint, clean, and has everything you need. Beds were comfortable. Pillows were extremely soft, if you like that you are set, otherwise pack your own. The beach contained a good amount of shells, bring water shoes if you have sensitive feet. The shells cleared out upon getting further into the water. Parking was tight, I would not recommend a large SUV or van. Upon chatting with Gerald regarding the parking, he provided me an alternative for parking. I would 100% stay here again. The communication alone from Gerald had me sold. Thank you Gerald for being so readily available and honest. You can tell the host 100% takes his properties seriously and truly wants the guests to have a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynne L.

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

Our stay was great at this quaint beach house. We instantly felt relaxed.

Great Gull Properties, especially Gerard, is terrific! Everything we needed was provided. Some local eateries weren't open Monday and Tuesday, which was a little inconvenient, but overall the location was great...close to the beach and the cute town and other nearby towns for shopping and eating and entertainment. We would recommend Great Gull Properties.

10/10 Excellent

Juliette r.

nice stay

We had a nice stay at the beach house. The summer cottage was very clean and very comfortable. Gerard, the owner, responsed immediatly to questions and needs. We got bikes to explore Fairfield. Everything you need for a pleasent stay was there. The AC was very effectively , but noisy. We would rent this charming beach house again! Thank you, family R. from Berlin/ Germany

8/10 Good

Maureen F.

Lovely stay in Fairfield

Gerard was very welcoming and extremely responsive without being intrusive. This is a great balancing act. It is a charming cottage that has been elevated so the living area is now at the height of a second story which is quite common for coastal houses. There are window unit air conditioners that worked great when the temperature reached the 90s. I was a bit self conscious at the beach. You must walk between 2 houses across the street to get to a private beach. It felt as though I was sitting in their back yard. However, no one else in my family felt this way. The beach was fantastic for little kids at low tide. They could walk forever without it being over their heads. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils and pots and pans. The beds were very comfortable. Interacting with Alexa was interesting, since I don't own that kind of technology. My frustration was with parking. For most of our stay we had 3 cars. Parking is below the raised kitchen, in between posts and very tight. People in the front seats have a difficult time getting out. My car stuck out a bit into the street. I was with grandchildren, and we took advantage of an outdoor concert and a children's museum besides trips to the beach. Fairfield is a wonderful community. This is a very affordable cottage and a great deal for staying at the beach in Fairfield.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Gerard from Great Gull Island Properties

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We are a boutique family-owned property management group, focused on vacation and academic rentals. We pride ourselves on creating unique spaces and remarkable experiences for guests.

Why they chose this property

It’s easy to settle in and lose track of time here, with nothing but the sound of the gulls and the waves for company. But if you’re looking for a little more action, Fairfield offers a vibrant food scene, craft brews, and top-notch entertainment—all just minutes from your doorstep.

Food: From classic comfort foods to gourmet delights, Fairfield has something for every craving. Indulge in fresh seafood, handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, smoky barbecue, and more—all within a short stroll of the cottage.

Brews: Fairfield boasts a thriving craft beer scene, with a variety of local microbreweries and taprooms pouring unique, small-batch creations. Whether you prefer a hoppy IPA or a smooth stout, you’ll find plenty of options to sip and savor.

Tunes: Live music and entertainment abound at the Fairfield Theater Company and the Quick Center at Fairfield University. For an intimate, laid-back vibe, don’t miss one of the state’s best open mic nights at the Acoustic Café in nearby Black Rock.

Fairfield is the perfect balance of relaxation and excitement—whether you’re here to unwind or explore, you’ll feel right at home.

What makes this property unique

Our charming Cottage by the Sea has been beautifully renovated and thoughtfully furnished to evoke the nostalgia of childhood visits to your favorite aunt’s beach house. Nestled right on the shoreline, it offers a perfect blend of coastal serenity and convenient access to downtown.

Languages:

English, Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin)

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests