Be Happy Beach House is a five minute walk from Hawk's Nest Beach!

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Front living room with view into kitchen

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7109.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space
Kitchen

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Old Lyme, CT

Lyme Academy of Fine Arts
‪5 min drive‬
Rocky Neck State Park
‪5 min drive‬
Goose Island
‪11 min drive‬
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hall bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Primary bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

New England beach house charm meets modern comfort and convenience! The kitchen is well-stocked with everything you might need to cook at home, including a gas range, Instant Pot, and Keurig. Warm summer evenings invite cookouts on the grill and meals on the patio. With access to the private Hawk's Nest Beach just a five minute walk away, you'll be able to soak up the sun from a lounge chair, swim in the gentle waves of the Long Island Sound and search for seashells along a private and pristine section of shoreline in Old Lyme.

Rinse the sand off in the backyard outdoor shower, share family meals on the spacious deck and wave to neighbors from the Adirondack chairs on the front porch. Lasting memories are just waiting to be made at Be Happy!

Property manager

Brad and Hillary

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Languages

English

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Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children are welcome and we strive to make the are

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests must sign rental agreement and provide ID. Refundable security deposit required $300. NO pets. NO smoking. NO parties

Check-out is 11am with a fee of $250/half hour for late check-out

Summer season (Late June to Labor Day) Sat to Sat required.

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Old Lyme

Located in Old Lyme, this holiday home is by the sea. Ocean Beach Park and New London Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. The Book Barn and Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Old Lyme, CT

What's nearby

Lyme Academy of Fine Arts - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Rocky Neck State Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Goose Island - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
Harvey's Beach - 18 min drive - 15.8 km
Ocean Beach Park - 34 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

Old Saybrook Station - 11 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lyme Tavern Cafe - ‬7 min drive
‪James Farmacy Organic Cafe - ‬12 min drive
‪Coffees Country Market - ‬12 min drive
‪Cocotte - ‬12 min drive
‪Teddy's Old Lyme Pizza Palace - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Be Happy Beach House is a five minute walk from Hawk's Nest Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Be Happy Beach House is a five minute walk from Hawk's Nest Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Be Happy Beach House is a five minute walk from Hawk's Nest Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Be Happy Beach House is a five minute walk from Hawk's Nest Beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Lyme Academy of Fine Arts and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Rocky Neck State Park. Ferry Landing State Park and Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Annunziata Z.

31 May 2024

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

Awesome Place

Top Notch home!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish S.

2 September 2024

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

Spotless, updated, comfortable home close to beach!

We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was spotless, the beds were comfortable, the host was responsive and helpful. The decor was beachy but also modern. Very helpful extras included coffee, beach chairs and towels and a wagon to carry everything to the beach. We loved the house and would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristy R.

6 July 2024

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

We were very happy at the Be Happy beach house

Great house, stocked really well. Owners were great about communication. We lucked our weather wise, couldn’t have asked for a better week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

30 July 2024

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

Great stay at the Be Happy Beach House

Our family of 5 absolutely loved everything about the Be Happy house. The house was exactly as described and came with everything we needed to be comfortable for 2 weeks. Communication was excellent. We look forward to staying again.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha L.

23 May 2023

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

Nothing short of amazing

Location, decor, comfort- this place has it all! We felt so at home and cannot wait to return. Thank you for such a wonderful getaway!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

6 August 2022

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

The Be Happy House is very charming!

We had a great stay. The house was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The hawks nest beach people were very friendly. Thank you Bradley and Hillary

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia C.

15 April 2023

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

Beautiful, comfortable home!

Staying here truly felt like home. It was comfortable, cozy, had great decor and it was fully stocked. The neighbors were very friendly and it was close to the most amazing sunsets on beaches with so many shells! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

10 July 2022

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

This house has everything you need!

The Be Happy Beach House was clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed to enjoy the day at the beach (towels, chairs, umbrella, beach wagon) or to host a family dinner. The neighborhood was beautiful and the people were very friendly. Loved staying here!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

2 June 2024

Beautiful quiet beach escape!

Visited for Memorial Day weekend. Neighborhood is VERY quiet - wouldn’t believe we were a quick walk from the beach with how relaxing it was outdoors. The layout of the home gives space to spread out and enjoy some downtime. Owners very responsive and helpful. Hope to be back again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

30 July 2023

This place is perfect!

We had such a fantastic week staying at the Be Happy Beach House! The cottage was very clean and very spacious! So charming! We loved walking down to the beach every day and heading to Garvin's to get ice cream every day! Great vacation home for a family with children or a weekend getaway with friends.

10/10 Excellent

Jake B.

12 June 2023

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

Great place for the family

Lovely stay here with our young family. The short walk to the beautiful private beach was convenient. The well kept backyard was just big enough to have a pass and let the kids get their energy out. The neighborhood was very friendly; something appreciated by a family with energetic little boys.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

TJ O.

23 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great quiet spot

Lovely house in a quiet spot near the beach. Very comfortable inside, nice backyard, and good communication from the hosts. The only suggestion I would make is I do think it should be clearer that after you book on VRBO that you'll have to go to a third party site and sign a contract with some stiff enforcement clauses, that was a surprise.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frances C.

16 June 2024

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

Be Happy is the perfect name!

We were a group of 4 women friends celebrating 50 years of friendship for a getaway weekend. House was perfect spot to relax.the neighborhood is lovely & quiet with a private beach we truly enjoyed. Lots of great restaurants nearby with gluten free options, we recommend Breakwater, Il Pomodoro & Hangry Goose. Cute towns to explore Stonington , Old Saybrook, Old Lyme with shops & museums. The owner is very responsive way to message & check in is a breeze. You will definitely BeHappy at this VRBO!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

2 June 2024

Beautiful home!

This was probably the most well equipped rental we’ve stayed in, literally had everything we needed and more! House is beautifully decorated, beds were comfy, and plenty of space to spread out and relax. Good sized beach, nice and clean, a bit of a walk to get there but no hills and easy enough with the wagon that was on site. Water was shallow, kids loved walking out to the dock at low tide. The owners were very responsive and helpful. Thank you for sharing your gorgeous home!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marci S.

27 June 2022

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

Lovely property with great beach access

This property is just a nice as the photos suggest. It’s pristine and clean, and the decor is so airy and has a perfect beach feel. Even when inside you knew you were at the beach. The kitchen was well appointed, two full baths were modern, and great seating areas inside and out. The private beach is a great size and family oriented. The owners provided helpful info and were easy to communicate with. We were thrilled with our getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

16 May 2023

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

Lovely stay at the Be Happy Beach House!

I would definately recommend! We very much enjoyed our weekend stay. The home is beautifully decorated with cheery beach/coastal decor. It is located on a quaint street that is just a few minutes walk to the beach. The kitchen and bathrooms had everything we needed and the beds and pillows were super comfortable. The owners were super to deal with and very helpful and responsive to answer any questions. It was overall a 5 star stay for our family. :)

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larisa B.

13 August 2023

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

Great time

We had a great time. The house has absolutely everything you need. 4 adults and 2 kids - there is plenty of space to spend time inside on a rainy day. Nice deck and outdoor shower in a backyard. There is also a front porch with comfy Adirondack chairs. House is very clean and beds are comfortable. Short walk to a beautiful beach and a great neighborhood. Communication with Hillary and Brad was great, friendly and prompt. We would highly recommend this house

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria M.

8 May 2024

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

Sisters-in-Law Getaway

As sisters-in-law, we getaway for a weekend every year, and this year chose The Be Happy Beach House in Old Lyme, CT. We were so glad we did! The owners were very friendly and responsive, making for a relaxing and pleasant experience. The house is charmingly decorated, and ideal for relaxing and having long chats. It is also clean, well-stocked, and is just a short walk to the beach. We enjoyed walking through the neighborhood of lovely, well cared for homes, as well as leisurely walks in the beach. There was plenty to see in Old Lyme, as well as in Old Saybrook. We all highly recommend The Be Happy Beach House.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

19 January 2023

So Relaxing

We enjoyed a very relaxing week with family in this very well equipped cottage located in a delightful neighborhood near the beach in Old Lyme. The cottage has all the tools and amenities you might need for cooking/ sharing meals. There are two TVs as well as games and puzzles. Having two full bathrooms was a plus. Washer and dryer are full size. The beach is a short walk and walking around the neighborhood is a delight.

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

12 October 2022

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

Long Weekend Stay

We had a wonderful weekend, and that is partially attributed to the fact that our house was wonderful. It was close to a pretty beach, that had lots of shells. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The owners were very responsive, and had everything that we needed to know clear and concise. We will definitely keep this house at the top of our list.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pete R.

23 September 2022

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

Excellent venue and friendly and accessible owners.Neat, clean,

Relaxing!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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10/10 Excellent

James M.

21 August 2022

Great place!

The Be Happy house is great - the house was clean upon arrival. We comfortably fit six adults for a week. The beach was close enough to walk to (about a 7 minute walk). We had a great time and will most likely be back next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

23 July 2022

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

Clean & Updated

We enjoyed our stay at the Be Happy Beach House. It was very clean, updated, and it had a light and bright beach decor. Plenty of space for our group of 5.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

17 July 2022

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

Excellent

The property was clean, kitchen had all essentials needed to cook, serve and eat. Neighborhood was very friendly and quiet. Walking distance from the beach. We would absolutely stay here again. My family and I loved it. Brad was very helpful with the process of renting the property, responded quickly to any of our questions or concerns. I would recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 May 2022

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

A GREAT BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!!!

The "Be Happy Beach House" makes living up to its moniker very easy. It is spacious, neat, completely equipped, and a sweet house in a wonderful neighborhood a 6 minute walk from gorgeous beaches. Another 5 minutes gets you to Kokomo for drinks with little umbrellas, mandatory for the Beach Experience. Brad and Hillary were excellent communicators who did everything they needed to to help us settle in immediately, and they knew everything about what to do where in Old Lyme (Brad went to high school there). You will be happy in every way staying here......and we will be back to Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and Mystic again, for sure.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brad and Hillary

Brad grew up on the Connecticut shoreline and met Hillary soon after college (go Huskies!). They love bringing their young family back to enjoy the beauty of the Long Island Sound during all seasons of the year -- summertime is always a favorite, but the serenity of the wintertime beaches draws them back time and time again! Hawk's Nest has drawn families to the area for generations -- one trip to the shoreline and you'll see why it's a beloved destination. You'll see kids playing wiffleball on the sand, swimming to the swim dock and heading to Garvin's Store for a slushie!

Why they chose this property

From the moment you step into the Be Happy Beach House, you'll be surrounded by things that just...well, make you happy! Well-equipped with all the comforts of home, including a comfy queen bed in the primary bedroom, two patio areas, an outdoor shower, and everything you'll need to keep your group well-fed and entertained! Stroll down the flat street to reach the beach in just minutes. The activities in Old Lyme are endless, from running and hiking trails to wineries and breweries just a short drive away.

What makes this property unique

At the Be Happy Beach House, you're just a short walk away from a private beach. You'll also have access to a beautiful home with an outdoor shower, nice deck to entertain, a backyard for the kids to play and central AC for those hot summer days!

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Living room

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2 bathrooms

Hall bathroom

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