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Connecticut Colonial with River and Sunset Views!

Connecticut Colonial with River and Sunset Views!

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Den/TV Room
Food and drink

Overview of Connecticut Colonial with River and Sunset Views!

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Enjoy the area

East Haddam, CT
  • Popular LocationGoodspeed Opera House12 min walk
  • Popular LocationMachimoodus State Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationGillette Castle State Park7 min drive
  • AirportFishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field)103 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1st Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

1 Single Bed

4th Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Connecticut Colonial with River and Sunset Views!

Circa 1830 house located in the historic district of East Haddam Village which includes the Goodspeed Opera House and Landing, Gelston House and Restaurant, and the historic Swing Bridge. Enjoy views of the Connecticut River from the house and deck, cool breezes in summer, and acres of trees changing color in the fall. In winter a propane stove provides cozy comfort as you watch the snow come down. Theatre and great restaurants walking distance. Farmers markets, shopping, museums East Haddam itself as well as in many nearby quaint and historic villages including nearby Chester and Essex. Boating on the river, hikes on the home's 1.5 acres and adjacent wooded areas. Gillette Castle and Devil's Hopyard State Parks are also in East Haddam. Near the Long Island Shoreline with its beaches and seafood.

The home has original details throughout, including wide-plank wood floors, original glass in the windows, a dutch door in the kitchen leading out to a brick terrace, and traditional paint colors from the mid-1800's. Furnished with a mixture of some contemporary and many antique pieces that make it feel cozy and a step back in time. The views from almost every window are breathtaking - the wide Connecticut River to the front, and old-growth trees and limestone walls stretching up in the back to the cliffs above. Dishes, cookware, and silver are a combination of new and antique, with a blender, refrigerator in the eat-in kitchen, and a full size washer and dryer on the ground floor.

The home is located in the historic district of East Haddam, CT, enabling guests to enjoy the serenity of the woods and the river while also being able to walk to the village of East Haddam. Along the way, you will pass gorgeous colonial-era homes, the local library, a cemetery established in the early 1700s, the Nathan Hale Schoolhouse, and amenities like Common Ground cafe, the Sweet Shop, the Gelston House restaurant, and the Goodspeed Opera House. A quick trip down Rt 9 brings you to the villages of Essex and Chester, which are known for their boutiques, restaurants, antique shops, and other amenities. Along with boating and hiking (and cross-country skiing in winter), the house provides easy access to swimming at the Moodus reservoir and Cedar Lake, and visits to Gillette Castle. East Haddam is located 20 minutes north of Old Saybrook and other shore towns, where there is public access to ocean beaches. 20 minutes to the north is Middletown and Wesleyan University.

Outdoor only security cameras are located outside the main house’s basement door, outside the main house’s north facing stairs overlooking the woods, and outside the upper house’s front door on the hill behind the main house. Additionally, a security cam doorbells are located at the front and back doors of the house.

Property manager

Lance Salonia

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Note: Indoor stairs are steep (but short).

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Fee applies.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 Haddam

Located in East Haddam, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Machimoodus State Park and Banner Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brainard Homestead State Park and Eagle Landing State Park. Sundial Herb Garden and Essex Steam Train are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Goodspeed Opera House - 12 min walk
  • Machimoodus State Park - 7 min drive
  • Gillette Castle State Park - 7 min drive
  • Essex Steam Train - 14 min drive
  • Devil's Hopyard State Park - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 20 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 3 min drive
  • Two Wrasslin' Cats Coffee House & Cafe - 3 min drive
  • Haddam Pizza - 3 min drive
  • Village Pizza Family Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Landing & Main - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Connecticut Colonial with River and Sunset Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Connecticut Colonial with River and Sunset Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Connecticut Colonial with River and Sunset Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Connecticut Colonial with River and Sunset Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Connecticut River, Brainard Homestead State Park and Rathbun Free Memorial Library. St. Stephen's Church and Major General Joseph Spencer Memorial are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, Charming & Convenient
We absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful, historic home! From the moment we booked, Vince was communicative and so easy to work with. Checking in was a breeze and the home is very well appointed. While the home has maintained so much original charm, it is also outfitted with all the modern conveniences you’d expect, including an extremely effective heating system. We had plenty of room for our family to spread out and everyone enjoyed comfortable sleeping spaces. The area is absolutely gorgeous and we had a blast exploring. Don’t miss Galette Castle or the Goodspeed Opera House. We were lucky enough to catch a show there! There are absolutely adorable shops nearby and fantastic restaurants. Our favorites were the River Tavern and the newly renovated Brushmill in nearby Chester. You will not be disappointed with this truly remarkable home.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time is a charm
Returned in the spring - lovely to see the flowers on the property in bloom. Great location and once again enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Connecticut River stay
Great property with views of Connecticut river! Cozy and homey inside - a home with a lot of historical character. We had a relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arthur B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property, great host, great experience
Great Property, great host, great experience
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Riverside CT Country Getaway
This updated 1852 house along the Connecticut river was an ideal place to spend some time with our college student daughter. It’s away from the rat race, but it’s not isolated. It’s on an occasionally busy road that parallels the Connecticut river. The house has a great view of sunsets across the river. The house is roomy and the kitchen is a real plus, with a nice propane range. There’s a great local grocer across the river in Haddam, and bigger chain groceries nearby. There are three different sitting rooms, which means plenty of space to spread out. The house is a mix of new and old. Expect things like door handles, floor boards, windows, and stairs to be period. HVAC is an add-on., with window unit air conditioning in the summer. But there’s plenty of hot water, laundry, and good Internet/WiFi/cable. It’s a great place for us to stay. That the current owner, who’s an awesome, highly responsive host, bought the place after staying in it, tells you all you need to know.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Lance Salonia

Host profile image
I stayed in this house as a guest through Vrbo several times before purchasing after learning it was up for sale! It's near where I was born and raised, and it's my retirement home in Connecticut. It's the kind of place I dreamed of as a kid. An old house with charm and views galore of the Connecticut River. The view out the back windows is equally nice as the property includes a rocky cliff and a nature preserve.

What makes this property unique

Staying at the property is like stepping back in time with all the colonials on this Main Street and the wide plank antique pine floors. The house is against a cliff and overlooks the Connecticut River and there are views from the house itself as well as the several levels of terraces in the back yard. The back yard and front and side are also gardened extensively. It's definitely a unique property.
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