10/10 Excellent
Phyllis M.
18 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
martin family stay at Old Lyme
Phyllis M.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Entire home
Newly Renovated Cottage on Historic Estate with Private Beach Access
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
13 Griswold Point Rd, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
- Rocky Neck State Park8 min drive
- Goose Island10 min drive
- Harvey's Beach19 min drive
- New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Living Room 1
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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, or bedding can be provided for a fee. No smoking allowed in the house. The normal rental period is for a minimum of 7 days during the high season (June-Sep), check in is 4:00 PM on Saturday with check out at 11:00 AM Saturday.
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.
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, or bedding can be provided for a fee. No smoking allowed in the house. The normal rental period is for a minimum of 7 days during the high season (June-Sep), check in is 4:00 PM on Saturday with check out at 11:00 AM Saturday.
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.
Property manager
Caroline Griswold
Premier Host
Languages
English
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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: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
There are other neighborhood dogs
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Old Lyme
Located in Old Lyme, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean Beach Park and Ferry Landing State Park, while Florence Griswold Museum and Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center are cultural highlights. Saybrook Country Barn and Stay and Play LLC 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 - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
- Rocky Neck State Park - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
- Goose Island - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
- Essex Steam Train - 12 min drive - 13.0 km
- Harvey's Beach - 19 min drive - 14.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Burger King - 10 min drive
- Starbucks - 10 min drive
- James Farmacy Organic Cafe - 11 min drive
- Mystic Market Kitchen and Eatery - 9 min drive
- Cocotte - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
KEVIN B.
20 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old Lyme Cottage
KEVIN B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott P.
17 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay on the Point
Scott P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary A.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply the best
Mary A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dorothy W.
12 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely retreat
Dorothy W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phyllis M., East Hampton, CT
13 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
udder perfection
Phyllis M.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Caroline Griswold
We (Caroline & JT) own Joe's house a part of our family estate that's been in the family since the 1600's. We consider ourselves stewards of this unique, historic, peaceful and beautiful setting at the mouth of the CT river. Our family loves our visits from our neighborhood osprey, egret, heron, fox, rabbit, deer and even the occasional coyote! And we enjoy maintaining and improving the property year-after-year and love sharing it with others who value the same things.
What makes this property unique
Privacy, history, nature, beach
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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