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Adorable New England Cottage, 2 min walk to Beach 🏖️, Available year round

Find your peaceful retreat with plenty of space for relaxation or exploration.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is €492
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Adorable New England Cottage, 2 min walk to Beach 🏖️, Available year round

Convenient, Private, Relaxing ….a 2 minute walk to the waves. Old style New England summer beach home renovated for comfort!

Chapman Beach is a private, friendly, community located on Long Island Sound…Old Saybrook/Westbrook line. The Cottage is a renovated and winterized New England home. Decor is Beachy with a mix of antiques and modern….always comfortable!

Westbrook is located in central Connecticut on the Coast. Midway b/w Boston and New York off I95…Exit 65, to the cottage is a 4 minute drive. It is also located in area which makes traveling to many Connecticut attractions easy. We provide numerous basics needs for a getaway so you don’t have to.
Grocery store is <5 minutes away. Many great restaurants in area as well.
Amtrak stops in Old Saybrook and Metro North stops in both Westbrook and Old Saybrook

The NarSeaMist (exist near the mist of the sea)is a year round rental in a typical New England Beach community. In the summer it is popular for long vacation rentals. Year round we have been booked for various occasions….quick weekend getaway, Girls Getaway, families gathering in a central place
b/w Boston and New York, school vacations, small parties or events, etc. We are 2 minute drive to Waters Edge Resort and a popular wedding alternative for those seeking a more private setting.
Westbrook and Clinton outlets are minutes away (great for Girls, Christmas shopping/wrapping WE). A complete list of charming coastal towns and many Connecticut attractions (with approximate distances) have provided below.

The homes interior has been renovated and redecorated with a mix of the old and the new.
*Open space living on the first floor with full kitchen, dining, sitting areas, living room, full bath
*1/2 bath on second (there is also an outdoor shower when warmer
*3 bedrooms on second floor
*1 bedroom on third floor open to another livin
*sleep sofa in a sitting are off of kitchen
*three season front porch
*back porch with antique swinging chair
*large back yard
*parking space for up to 3 vehicles
*private beach around the corner
*6 additional beaches in the association
*Propane Grill
*wood burning fire pit
*access to local fitness, pool, sauna, steam room based on availability
*one person kayak


Whether your laying low and staying local, up for some site seeing or a little of both, Chapman Beach is a great location to start from!!! Hope to meet you soon!

Here is a list of some of the local attractions you may be interested in. They are primarily in order of distance. Please feel free to contact with any questions. I can share my experience

*WESTBROOK—cute quaint, smallest of the area villages yet booming with the best restaurants out of any of them. These include Cafe Routier (the shoreline hot spot), Christy’s, Haywire, Lenny & Joes, Bill’s Seafood, etc. You can eat your way through Westbrook while enjoying its beautiful shoreline!
.Best Muster...visitors from all over come here for a huge weekend event. Amazing.
.Westbrook green offers great events and concerts through out the warm season
.Waters Edge Resort and Spa--3 minutes
The best views of LIS while dining! They also offer live entertainment and a note worthy Sunday brunch.
.Westbrook Premium Outlets, 7 min
.Hiking entrance to The Preserve

*OLD SAYBROOK —located at the entrance to Connecting River on Long Island Sound.
Approx 8 minutes
.Main St/The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center(The kate)--8 minutes....great boutique shopping, spa’s, restaurants, salons, and ice cream shops!
Saybrook Point Inn offers a lovely Spa and one of the best restaurants in area, Fresh Salt.
.Miniature golf
.Water Sport Rentals and Fenwick Golf Course are in O.S.
.Boating rentals/trips available
. Hiking entrances to The preserve

*ESSEX VILLAGE—My favorite quaint New England town!!! Nestled in on the shores of the Connecticut River. Main Street offers a beautiful walk with the end of the street bringing you to the river. Central Main Street has a lovely park on the river as well often offering events throughout the season. The town bustles all year round with fine dining and shopping. People here have a love for dogs as I see them walking everywhere😊
Approx 13 min to Main Street
Here you will find many unique shops and restaurants. Including the Griswold Inn which is considered a historic landmark by many. The maritime-themed Griswold Inn, “the Gris” for short, is one of the country’s oldest continuously operated inns, opening its doors in the consequential year of 1776. It also has a long standing restaurant and wine bar.

.Hiking Trails...Essex has many trails on the outskirts of town as well. Listing/maps available on line. Hiking entrances to The Preserve as well.

.Connecticut River Museum, Main Street
.Essex Steam Train and River Cruise—13 minutes
.Ivoryton Playhouse--14 minutes

*Clinton--Approx. 13 to minutes to Main Street
.Indian River Kayak&Paddle
board rentals/Clinton Country Club/Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

*Madison's downtown--beautiful, quaint
Approximately 16minutes.
R.J. Julia Book Store, very popular
.Hammonasset State Park—view on line
Beach, Walking

*Guilford Town Green--20 minutes
My Second favorite of quaint shoreline towns
Beautiful Green in the center of town with events scheduled regularly.
Relaxed. Shops and dining.

*Niantic Village, East Lyme--20 minutes. Rocky Neck State Park

*Godspeed Opera House--22 minutes.

*New London--Ocean Beach Park, Mystic Whaler Cruises --23 minutes, Many other boating option's available here

.*Waterford CT--Eugene O'Neill Theater Center/Harkness Memorial State Park--28 min

*The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art Village, Oakdale--25 minutes
*The following are 30 minutes away! Mystic Village, Mohegan Sun Casino and Arena, Gillette Castle, New Haven/Yale, Middletown---Weslyan/KidCity.
*Brownstone Exploration and Discovery Park, Portland (rock climbing, zip line, water fun)--33 minutes
*Foxwoods Resort and Casino--41 minutes
*Lake Compounce Amusement Park, Bristol--42 minutes
*Six Flags Amusement Park, Agawam, MA--60 minutes.

The shoreline towns west of the Connecticut River to New Haven are connected by the Shoreline East Railway. This is also a pleasant way to visit New Haven and it’s incredible architecture and City Vibe!

Hope to Host You Soon.
Kindly,
Mel

Property manager

Mel Archer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Please discuss type of event for pre-approval
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Charming Beach Community Cottage! Very close to Beaches!
Comfortable Cozy Beach House Very Close to Sandy Beaches!

About the area

Map
Westbrook, CT

What's nearby

  • Chalker Beach - 5 min drive
  • Crystal Lake Town Park - 5 min drive
  • Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center - 6 min drive
  • Tanger Outlets - 6 min drive
  • Harvey's Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 9 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪James Farmacy Organic Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pasta Vita - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Parthenon Diner-Old Saybrook - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little Pub - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable New England Cottage, 2 min walk to Beach 🏖️, Available year round pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Adorable New England Cottage, 2 min walk to Beach 🏖️, Available year round?

As of 19 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Adorable New England Cottage, 2 min walk to Beach 🏖️, Available year round on 20 Feb 2025 start from €492.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Adorable New England Cottage, 2 min walk to Beach 🏖️, Available year round?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable New England Cottage, 2 min walk to Beach 🏖️, Available year round?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Adorable New England Cottage, 2 min walk to Beach 🏖️, Available year round located?

This family-friendly Westbrook cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Chalker Beach, Tanger Outlets and Westbrook Town Beach. Crystal Lake Town Park and Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Adorable New England Cottage, 2 min walk to Beach 🏖️, Available year round Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

Great spot!
Great location and wonderful cottage!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenn M.

Great beach stay
The house was welcoming and clean with great access to a lovely beach. It had everything we needed and we felt right at home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim A.

Positive Experience
Positive experience, great location, and cozy accommodations for a centrally located family weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Cozy shoreline cottage
A wonderful shoreline cottage, well laid out, with lots of charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

3rd stay
Came with a Group of friends, very comfortable house and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

isabelle d., New York

Wonderful getaway
We spent a wonderful stay steps away from the beach. Without reservation, we recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Wonderful time away!
Mel and her husband were awesome! Perfect beach home and location was perfect. House was immaculate! I will stay there again. I only needed to use the first floor and did not have to use the stairs. Very close to the beach. Thank you, Mel!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Leaning family holiday
Clean, safe, spacious,,very welcoming, quiet neighbourhood, easy access to a small interesting beach, ideal for a very relaxing break
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Scott K.

Family Time
A very nice, very relaxing stay. I am planning on booking it for another stay this year.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette M.

we had a great time the cottage was well appointed with everything we needed clean and beach decor!
fun times ThanksMel !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Fabulous house, lovely and cozy! We had a great time!!
Excellent!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Wonderful place by the beach
Clean, well laid-out, bright, comfortable, with a very helpful and friendly host. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G., Avon

Westbrook
Cute house, nice location! Weather didn't cooperate but cozy fireplace made up for it! Hope to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen P.

Perfect for a girls’ weekend
I can’t say enough about this property and its owner. Mel was absolutely wonderful leading up to and during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Great Getaway Spot
The property was great: great location, great space, exceptional comfort! Mel was responsive and accommodating. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Wonderful Thanksgiving holiday
This was our second Thanksgiving at this lively house by the beach. Our family of six couldn’t have been happier. Wonderful spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hanna C.

Lovely cottage, great location
I love the location of this place! Walking distance to a wonderful beach area, quiet neighborhood, and close to lots of fun places to visit. The house is clean, provides all the basics and is pretty adorable. Stayed here with 3 kids and 4 adults and everyone had a great time. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Norita H.

High School Friends Birthday Celebration
We celebrated over 50 years of friendship and had a wonderful stay. The cottage is adorable and had everything we needed. Location was great as well. Mel was a very receptive host. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra P.

Wonderful experience!
From the start, Mel has been responsive and wonderful, and the home was just as we imagined! Beautiful and cozy, it was perfect for a weekend with friends. A short 3 minute walk to the beach, and we got a chance to interact with the lovely neighbors, enjoy the backyard, and have some laughs. Thank you, Mel, for sharing your home with us and for allowing us to make so many wonderful new memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Pat W., Albany, NY

Birthday celebration!
This was a central location for us to meet for a weekend birthday celebration! The area offers so much of what we like to do together, walk the beach, museums, art galleries, historic sites, shopping and great seafood. The house was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. Mel was very thoughtful to make sure we had birthday candles and a bottle of wine for our celebration. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

A Memorable Vacation
A wonderful cozy beach cottage and family friendly beach community Mel was an excellent host and took care of us fabulously. We lost power for 5 days due to Tropical Storm Isaias and Mel quickly got us hooked to a generator and keep it running for us. The beach and water never disappointed. An adventure for us all, especially during Covid. Thank you Mel & Lee for your excellent hospitality The Peterson Family
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marna M.

Connecticut in October
Lovely cottage for our mini-family reunion. The neighborhood was quiet and offered nice walking/running routes. The notebook of suggested restaurants with menus helped with planning some special meals. The kitchen was well equipped for our other meals. Owner kindly gave suggestions for trails in the area that were In beautiful fall color. Bedding was luxurious! Thanks Mel for a wonderful long weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Cozy home near the sound
Cozy place in Westbrook one block from the beach. Kitchen supplied appropriately for cooking. Plenty of beds. But beware: The place sleeps more than 4 people, but you will be charged $50 for each person beyond 4. (I didn't realize that originally when I booked the place.) I find this a bit misleading since there is plenty of room for more.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

JEAN Z.

Great Weekend Getaway!
Due to the thoughtfulness used in creating this space, our stay was peaceful and comfortable. Your knack for decorating, mixing antiques with newer designs, was definitely appreciated by the three of us. Anything we needed was right at hand. We so enjoyed sitting by the fireplace talking and reading. (As it turned out, we each had our special spot and actually sat in the same area each day!) It certainly didn't take long for us to feel at home. Thank you so much, not only for great communication throughout, but most importantly, for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rita B.

Warm welcoming and comfortable
We stayed here for a sisters weekend. The place is so comfortable and clean. Even more spacious then the pictures show. Well appointed with plenty of places to lounge around. Kitchen had everything, there were plenty of towels and the beds were very comfortable. The fireplace was a welcome place to warm up as the night got very chilly on the early spring nights. We walked to the beach in 3 minutes. Drove to Old Saybrook for a stroll down town, visited several antique and thrift stores and ate both a fabulous lunch and dinner at some of the many choices nearby. Just a great weekend. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023