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The Little Red Cottage at Pleasure Beach

Holiday home in Waterford with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
The Little Red Cottage
Pleasure Beach
Interior
Living Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Waterford, CT
  • Place, Harkness Memorial State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, New London Ferry Dock
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Little Red Cottage at Pleasure Beach

A charming beach cottage with all the makings for a perfect beach getaway. The cottage has a loft bedroom and sleeper sofa In living room that opens to an outdoor porch. There is a newly renovated fully equipped eat in kitchen with full size appliances including washer and dryer. Enjoy the relaxing water views from the front porch and upstairs bedroom.

Outdoor living spaces include a scenic front porch equipped with a porch swing, a large backyard with fire pit, a patio drop lite dining space with a farmhouse picnic table and outdoor lawn games. You will be steps away from a private beach, picturesque sandbars perfect for clamming or setting camp on you own private “island” and a state boat launch for local fishing. After the beach enjoy a private outdoor shower to wash away the sand.brought back from your day.

The rental has access to private and public town beaches.

A 5 minute drive to the seaside village of Niantic for shopping eating and outdoor recreation. 10 minute drive to historic New London and about 20 minute drive to the historic area of Mystic and the Stonington Borough. 20 minutes from Mohegan Sun Casino and 25 minutes from Foxwoods Casino.
Here is a link about areas close to cottage.
https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/small-new-england-coastal-towns

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waterford

Located in Waterford, this holiday home is near the beach. Ocean Beach Park and New London Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration. Tumbleweeds and Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Map
Waterford, CT

What's nearby

  • Pleasure Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Harkness Memorial State Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mitchell College - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Ocean Beach Park - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • New London Ferry Dock - 11 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 17 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪NV Bakery & Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Langley's at Great Neck Country Club - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Red Cottage at Pleasure Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Little Red Cottage at Pleasure Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Red Cottage at Pleasure Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Little Red Cottage at Pleasure Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pleasure Beach and Harkness Memorial State Park. Waterford Beach Park and Eugene O'Neill Theater Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 147 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small space but had everything we needed for two people. So close to the beach which was great. Rained so didn’t get to use the firepit. Kitchen and bathroom had everything we could have forgotten. Communication with the owner was easy and quick!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

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

Great Beach Stay!

Had a great quick stay, perfect location and Christina was great with communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

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

Perfect place for a getaway!

I was there for an extended stay and it was the perfect place. Walking distance to the beach and the front porch was my favorite place.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

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

Charming Cottage

We had a lovely time at the cottage. It is well equipped and nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

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

Great little cottage!

We had a wonderful time at the little red cottage! It was just a perfect size for a family of four! It had all the amenities a family needs when traveling and offered the perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Cute Cottage in Beautiful Location

No issues with booking, check-in or maintenance. This was a very nice cottage in an excellent location (quiet, close to the beaches, Niantic and New London) with plenty to do. We won't hesitate to book it again the next time we're in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

JAmie F.

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

Little red cottage in Waterford

Loved the ease of check in. Owner texted me to let me know she was available if we needed anything. Beautiful location close to Jordan Cove.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D., Middletown, CT

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

Perfect Beach Getaway

Our family of four stayed at the Little Red Cottage for three nights. Pleasure beach was a short walk (or drive) and we had an amazing time. The house had chairs and beach toys which was appreciated. The house had everything we needed for our stay. Close to a lot of stores and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Cathy B.

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

Convenient location

The photos of the property are accurate. The local beach is more of a cove, which is great if you have small children. Not an ocean vibe if you like waves. We went to Harkness Park and enjoyed more of the ocean experience. It's a beautiful place for walking and ocean breezes and is just a 5 minute drive from the cottage. The proximity to Mystic, Niantic, as well as Misquamicut makes for a great location. Plenty of restaurants and good fresh seafood. A very peaceful neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene T.

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

A gem!

We loved it. The cottage is very comfortable, spotless, well-equiped and has really cute nautical themed decorations. Our kids loved hanging out in the huge back yard and on the great front porch. Even on scorching hot days, the breeze from Niantic Bay just across the street made it pleasant. Loved riding the bikes provided by Christina back and forth to Pleasure Beach. The neighborhood is quiet and great for walking and bike riding.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin W., Providence

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

Family Vacation

We stayed here with our one and two and a half year old for three nights and it was a perfect getaway. Christina messaged us that the place would be ready one hour before planned, which was so helpful to getting settled and walking to the beach for our first evening. The cottage is excellent for a family - downstairs with pull out couch and plenty of room for a pack and play, and upstairs private area for reading and relaxing once the kids went down. We lived in the yard that was stocked with games and wildlife - a bunny stayed for our entire dinner out there. The outdoor shower was such a treat. Walkable to great beaches, short drive to sweet Niantic, which scratched the itch for a clam shack dinner and ice cream. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephanie S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disappointed

This is our second year staying at the cottage and we loved it last year! This year on the other hand we had so many issues it was more stressful than enjoyable. When checking into it the house we found some issues and contacted the host as directed and she texted back saying the cleaning company must have been confused, and didn’t respond back till the next morning to rectify the issue. Then we requested the parking pass she has for the cottage and did not receive it. (I am 8 months pregnant) Also 2 of the beach passes were for 2022 and the man at the gate gave us a hard time entering the beach each time. She did compensate us for our troubles which was greatly appreciated. But the night before check out she requested we check out at 10 instead of 11 even though she did confirm that 11 is the Vrbo contract check out time. She also drives by and has texted issues with the outside of the house both years, one being how we parked last year and this year about the lawn company not putting chairs around the fire pit back properly. It’s nice her being close for issues but we do enjoy our privacy. She did inform us of things going on in her life and we are sympathetic to that but I spent half of my 4 day vacation going back and forth with the host via texts. Sad to say but we will not be going back to the little red cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christina was very responsive and helpful if a question came up. It is small which we knew, but probably better if you’re not being tied to “home” for the entire stay or your time there is rainy with little ones, since there is only really the futon for a sitting area. That said, the front porch was great for relaxing and the back yard is huge and has a great fire pit and wood supply. I misread the listing and thought from the pictures that there were two beds. It’s a bed upstairs and a futon in the small living room. Cleaning people missed a few spots but nothing major and Christina responded. No big deal but wanted her to know it was an oversight for the next guests.As pictured, the stairs are steep and narrow so not for an older person or someone with mobility issues. Great AC and tower fan in the bedroom. Cabin feel. We were at an athletics event during the day and were there for breakfast and then porch sitting at night. It worked well for our visit.Kitchen was lovely and the basics are all there. Beach passes are a huge benefit and it’s just about 2-3 short blocks away. Great fishing spot at the boat launch just at before the beach. Great value for the price and Christina was very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Cute house. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous time in Connecticut! Property was so quaint and I LOVED the outdoor shower. Beautifully located so close to many things!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was charming, clean and well stocked with just about anything you would need. The beach is the best, private and immaculate and a very short walk. Christina was very responsive to a small issue that arose which she resolved in less than an hour. We couldn't have asked for a better host and we will definitely be going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber G.

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

Just the right size

The Little Red Cottage was just the right size for my partner and I. It was the perfect place to rest after spending the day exploring Connecticut.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

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

Anniversary/Birthday Getaway

We spent the weekend at the Little Red Cottage! It is adorable, compact, well-appointed and stocked with everything one might need. The hostess was friendly, attentive, accommodating and responsive. The location is convenient to beaches, restaurants, major highways and stores. Strongly recommend for 2 adults and/or 2 adults and smaller children as it is a compact home. LOVED it!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Perfect Fall Trip

We really enjoyed everything about the Little Red Cottage. It was the perfect location for day trips around the state. Everything was just as it stated it would be and the host provided clear and concise information for check in and out. We enjoyed the peaceful neighborhood with perfect location to everything. Looking forward to another stay in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

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

Relaxing vacation spot

Clean and cozy cottage. The front porch was my favorite place. Deer came every evening in the spacious backyard.Bedroom stairs are narrow and steep but that was mentioned in the review. Would go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas C.

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

Get away

Nice small well kept house in a nice neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

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

Not Much "Little" About This Place

There is no way to overstate how our whole experience at this lovely property was "big," not "little." All descriptions and photos (well, except for the porch, where the swing has been removed and replaced with two more comfy wicker chairs and end table) are accurate. Hostess Christina is an all-star, and everything is smooth as silk. Things do get a little cramped when the hide-a-bed is deployed, but such is life. Everything about TLRCAPB exudes beach and leisure and comfort. And then there are the pillows: bed pillows, throw pillows, bigger throw pillows, sultan's tent-type pillows, and on and on. We were going to try to count, but gave up. Care to relax, anyone?
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheleen A.

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

Saltwater heals everything!

Wonderful location, easy access to beach and area restaurants and shops, nice neighbors, beautifully appointed cottage with stylish, high quality furnishings, linens and household needs. Wonderful property with a nice big lawn for games , the best front porch for morning coffee and afternoon cocktails. I felt very much at home! My only regret- I should have planned a longer stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Great location and adorable property

This was an adorable little cottage with nice updates. It was clean, comfortable and the location cannot be beat -- close to the beach and to numerous seaside towns and tourist attractions. We love it and would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

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

Great little red house

Great house with water views from the porch, short 5” walk to beautiful beaches. Everything was there and clean. Stairs to bedroom were quaint and steep but that is how they were pictured and did not present a problem. Great restaurants within a few miles. Slight glitch which the owner took care of immediately. Would stay again, the breezes off the water were heavenly
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Christina Jessuck

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Christina and Anthony Jessuck took ownership in July 2020 and have continued the care of this charming historic property.

Why they chose this property

The Little Red Cottage provides a charming escape for many different groups of guests- family with small children, couples, girls weekend, ...the list goes on! Built in 1912 -The Little Red Cottage is one of the original cottages in the Pleasure Beach area. The cottage was purchased in 2017 and completely renovated with many updates but keeping it's beach charm. When we took it over in 2020, we continued to update with many additions to the outdoor spaces, making it a fun beach getaway!

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