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Cottage by the Sea, Yale New Haven Getaway Destination

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Front of house
Living Room
Kitchen
kitchen
Master Bedroom with Vaulted Ceilings and Deck -nighttime view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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East Haven, CT
  • East Haven Town Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Yale University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Yale-New Haven Hospital
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage by the Sea, Yale New Haven Getaway Destination

Beautiful updated 1920's cottage with water views and two beaches available! Private deeded access to a beach just across the street from the house, and a large public beach available just two blocks away with playgrounds, a classic fish & chips restaurant, and family-friendly activities. Easy access to downtown New Haven and Yale for great places to eat, music, museums, family friendly activities, and nightlife. Warm, welcoming and safe community. House has new furniture and appliances. Enjoy the sea breeze, ocean views, and sound of the waves lapping in this quaint home with unique architecture.

Inside the house:
Master bedroom has vaulted ceilings and a deck with beautiful views of the sea. There is a comfortable guest bedroom room, and a pull-out couch available in the living room for extra guests. Spacious kitchen and living room, newly remodeled. Kitchen is fully furnished with dishwater, pots and pans, cookware, all new appliances. Grill on back deck in summer months. Wifi available throughout the house, air conditioning units in the two bedrooms. Driveway and plenty of street side parking available. Enjoy this lovely home!

Access:
Access to two beaches within walking distance: One beach available right across the street through deeded access way, and there is also a delightful public beach with playground and seaside restaurants just two blocks away.
New Haven and Yale accessible by bus, or ten minutes by car. Airport is ten minutes away.
Walkway with great sunset views by open river-way riparian area just one block from the house.

Property manager

Karen

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

East Haven

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Momauguin, a neighbourhood in East Haven. West Rock Ridge State Park and Quinnipiac River State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lighthouse Point Carousel and Shoreline Trolley Museum. Art Plus Studio and Peabody Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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East Haven, CT

What's nearby

  • East Haven Town Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lighthouse Point Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Wooster Square - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Yale University - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Yale-New Haven Hospital - 11 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Branford Station - 16 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Twin Pines Diner Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sandpiper Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Little Colombia Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the Sea, Yale New Haven Getaway Destination pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage by the Sea, Yale New Haven Getaway Destination?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage by the Sea, Yale New Haven Getaway Destination?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the Sea, Yale New Haven Getaway Destination located?

Nestled on the beach, this Momauguin holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of East Haven Town Beach and West Silver Sands Beach. Shell Beach and Pardee Morris House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lisa h.

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

Would do it again!

Great stay! Host even had coffee and tea available for us. Loved sitting on the balcony listening to the ocean with coffee to start the day and a glass of wine to end it! Steps to the beach access. The community activity outside was fabulous. Lots of walking, plenty of dog walkers, Sandpiper restaurant within two blocks, peaceful area and easy access to the crazy highway and downtown! Try the Lobster Shack food! It’s DELICIOUS especially the Seafood Bisque. We would definitely stay here again. Loved every minute!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky A.

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

Relaxing home stay

This home is about 100ft. from a private beach and located in a quiet family neighborhood. The living room furniture and the beds were very comfortable. One bedroom has access to a small deck, which is a great spot for morning coffee or relaxing in the evenings. The owner kept in contact and provided helpful information. The house was spotless and had plenty of towels. The kitchen is big and was fully stocked. The Sandpiper Restaurant is two blocks away, and their food is delicious. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Comfy Classic beach cabin

My daughter was on her college spring break, so the wife an I decided to visit her, and we took three relaxing days ilout of our busy week in this well appointed beach cabin. It's a 100 year old cabin, that has been upgraded and updated but keeps a lot of the original cabin charm. Host has thoughtfully stocked just about all you will need. The single bathroom is upstairs, the floors creak a bit as an old house should, but the lighting, heat and plumbing is all modern and made us quite comfortable on the warm days as well as the cold ones. We hoped for a relaxing stay and found it here. We will very likely return next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin I.

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

Great Getaway

We rented this property from Friday to Sunday for a fun getaway to visit our favorite New Haven pizza spots. The location is perfect - not too far from downtown but a nice, relaxing respite outside the city. The house was well stocked, very clean and cozy! Karen is an excellent hostess. We would love to visit again and recommend this rental to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

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

Excellent stay for wedding in the area

The house worked perfectly for 4 adults. Karen was excellent to work with. 10 minute drive to New Haven.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S., Slingerlands, NY

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

Our 2nd time at Cosey Beach!

This was our second stay with Karen. Outstanding hostess who is meticulous. So many good things to say. Private beach is across the street. Nobody but you. We actually prefer the public beach 200 yards down the road. Even though its a public beach, there's fewer than 100 people there. Well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and living space. Most likely will rebook again for next summer! Thanks 😊
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Place!

We had a lovely stay at this cozy cute home! The beach being close by was especially nice. The house was clean and well stocked. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Cute bungalow!

This was the cutest house to spend a weekend at. The kitchen had all the utensils and condiments we needed, and the living room was a really cozy place to hang out. The neighborhood was great to walk around and the beach was very close and accessible. Hoping to go back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin Y.

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

Cosey beach

Great cozy, clean beach rental! Location was good. Plenty of things to do in area. Beach access was great and across the street. Would definitely recommend staying here!

10/10 Excellent

Carissa S.

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

Beach Bungalow

Cute, cozy community location. Clean and comfortable house with great private beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

brenda s.

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

Quaint and Cozy

This quaint little house was perfect for our brief stay in Connecticut . The house was clean and comfortable . Even having just one bathroom was not problematic . Returning to this house after along day was Wonderful . It had all the necessary. Amenities . There was a little balcony off the master bedroom which was perfect for watching the sun rise on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

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

Great Beach spot

Cozy neighborhood, great beach house!

10/10 Excellent

Isabel S.

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

Adorable cottage

Great cozy cottage for a weekend getaway in East Haven! Plenty of space, quiet neighborhood, and close to the beach. Had a lovely stay with my friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

Perfect

Our family of five loved staying in this cute and cozy beach house! We wish we could have lived in it for longer – like maybe forever? It was clean and obviously well cared for. Definitely enhanced our vacation to have such a great place to call "home" for a week.

10/10 Excellent

ron k.

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

Great Vacation

The cottage was perfectly set up for visitors with some basic supplies like coffee (new coffeemaker arrived while we were there) and a great location in a wonderful spot. It's right across the road from a private beach and a short walk to the main beach with great amenities for kids like our grandsons. Two good restaurants, one for seafood, other for lobster, at the beach and a great Colombian restaurant on the main street of East Haven. Highly recommend cozy cottage at Cosey Beach.

10/10 Excellent

Celeste D.

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

Just what the doctor ordered.

My husband, 3 year old, mother & I spent the wknd at this little home. Private beach was easy find but we liked the public beach better, less shells and easier to walk on than private. There is a splaspad accross the public beach adjacent to the Sandpiper restaurant where my family ate and had ice cream. The home itself was very comfortable for us. The bottom floor is bigger than it appears in the pictures. The bedrooms are perfect size. We knew the only bathroom was located upstairs so it wasnt that bad but the stairs were slippery with socks on. The kitchen had everything we needed as far as utensils and seasonings. We used the grill the first night for some burgers but then the 2nd night we wanted grilled corn but the propane was finished. We did not contact the owner or the person she left in charge. Karen left someone's name & # available for us to call if we needed anything. Wifi was easy to connect to. We have amazon & Netflix accounts so the TV was fine for us. I did see a few spiders, which I am terrified of, and some spider webs, but we got rid of them. Beds were ok, I slept with my mother in 1 room and husband and toddler in the master. We would come back. We loved the area and the people, not snoody or rude. We plan on returning next year. Stop & shop is 8 minutes away so is dollar store, Subway and a few other places.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Quirky & delightful

Great property. Quiet location with friendly locals. Gorgeous beach across the road

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S., Slingerlands, NY

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

5-Stars all around!

Just finished a two week stay - our first in East Haven. It was marvelous on multiple levels. First off, Karen is a fantastic hostess. She was delightful to work with and extremely friendly and thorough. Check-in was simple. One feature is a keyless entry system - it's a combination lock. You don't have to worry about keys. Great idea that other places should consider. The house was very clean, with an open floor-plan. It was just the right size, too. It was well equipped with everything (we've stayed in places where they didn't even leave a pen and paper!). We didn't need anything. East Haven is a very quiet, residential neighborhood. There are not alot of nearby activities (that was a plus for us). There is a Stop-and-Shop in town and a couple of strip malls, but both New Haven and Branford were within 10 minutes drive. Each had lots to do. We even took a day trip to Mystic, which was fun. There are two beaches. The one across the street is private - literally. We were the only people on that beach. We actually preferred walking down to the public beach - about 200 yards down the road. "Public" is a misnomer. Other than the holiday weekend, there were less than 50 people there every day we visited. We've been elsewhere where there was a "private" beach that was way more crowded than their public beach. Being in the Sound, the water was extremely calm - great for young children, but not great if you like to boogie board. We preferred the calm waters. We also enjoyed the nearby Sandpiper restaurant. Great food, great service and reasonable prices. Thanks again for a great visit! We look forward to returning! Tony and Jody
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn N., Maui, US

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

Authentically Quirky

Great amenities. Period piece of seaside living with no frills. The setting is authentic & the beach cottage is quirky.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

John M.

Interesting older house with a short walk to the beach

Nice enough house! Host checked in but never answered our messages we sent regarding arrival and departure. During the winter the heat constantly runs so the upstairs feels like 85 degrees (you’ll need windows open with fans blowing in even when it’s 25 degrees outside). House needs some TLC in some aspects. Overall it was just a quick getaway somewhere relatively close. During the summer I’m sure it’s a busy little area. Public beach down the road was empty and relatively clean. Good for finding seaglass.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Colleen W.

Adorable cottage!

This rental is adorable- well stocked, clean, close to beach, quiet neighborhood. The owner was quick to respond during the booking process as well as with all communications before, during and after stay. I would recommend staying this rental!!!

8/10 Good

PETER H.

A quaint little cottage.

We had a very nice stay. It was a pleasure to have things like condiments on hand for our use. I would have given it 5 stars, but there was no cable TV. We had to borrow our daughters " Fire Stick" to get any shows at all. In addition, I have some mobility issues and having just one bathroom upstairs was a nuisance for me. Overall the house was quite cozy and comfortable. Thanks Karen
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

we enjoyed the property very much

the location was great . the weather was perfect we walk the beach every day we also enjoyed sandpiper and grand pizza. dollar general, stop and shop and walgreens great for shopping. Family and friends came to visit. Very convenient to everything. We would do it again providing are health is with us.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

Great little cottage by the beach!

We had a very nice stay. The house is partially renovated, partially old and classic. The water is more like a salt water lake than an ocean, as it is protected by Long Island. My kids loved swimming at the public beach, which is a short walk away and also includes a playground and a freshwater splash pad. A great summer stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Karen

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I am a social worker and a yoga teacher and I really enjoy offering this beachside house as a peaceful destination for travelers. I have traveled a lot myself so I know the importance of having a comfortable, beautiful, and safe place to stay!

Why they chose this property

The house has an amazing location and a unique and beautiful environment both inside and out. The 1920's architecture creates an open, spacious and cozy environment. The seaside community is warm and welcoming, and its wonderful hearing the waves lapping nearby. It is also near Yale and downtown New Haven, which is rich in culture, food and music for fun getaways.

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English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese
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