10/10 Excellent
Melynda F.
28 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melynda F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Entire home
Steps to the Beach, Cozy Year Round Cottage 🐾 Pet Friendly
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 466.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Old Saybrook, CT
- Harvey's Beach2 min drive
- Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center4 min drive
- Essex Steam Train11 min drive
- New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)38 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Main Living Area
1 Double Futon and 1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Steps to the Beach, Cozy Year Round Cottage 🐾 Pet Friendly
Updated furnishings, and freshly painted. Full bath with easy to clean flooring and full size washer and dryer. Inviting and cozy, pet friendly beach house in a small private association. Large open living space with fully stocked kitchen, dining room and desk area to work remotely if you need to. Generously sized, fully fenced yard for your fur babies, with a patio and picnic table. Well appointed, with all the comforts of home, and bright open space. Walk 2/10 mile to a private beach. Streaming enabled TV and wifi included. You'll never want to leave!
The Property
Escape the noise of the city and hide away at this lovely cottage!
COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Easy access to private Saybrook Manor Association beach so swimming, boating, and all kinds of CT shoreline activities are at your fingertips!
OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio table and chairs for 6. Folding wagon to take to beach, beach towels.
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, dining table with seating for 6, breakfast bar with seating for 2 more, full size bathtub, plenty of closet space, iron and full size ironing board. Playing cards, Uno and puzzles.
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, microwave, Keurig, drip coffee maker (including complementary coffee and tea), cooking basics, baking sheets/dishes, complimentary spices, dishware/flatware, lobster pot and accessories (shell crackers and shrimp forks).
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, bedding linens and towels included, central heating, keyless entry, complimentary toiletries, cleaning essentials
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)
House Rules and Policies
- No smoking
- Pet friendly - NO MORE THAN TWO PETS allowed at one time.
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
Pets welcome with a small fee paid up front.
Close to all kinds of activities and shoreline fun.
Harvey's Beach 2 miles
Monkey Farm 1.7 miles
Starbucks 1.8 miles
Old Saybrook Town Launch 2.7 miles
Saybrook Point Marina 3 miles
Mystic Seaport 28 miles
Mystic Aquarium 28 Miles
Clinton Premium Outlets 8 miles
*WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO GET TRIP INSURANCE*
We have exterior cameras, one at the front and one at the back of the property to protect it during vacancies and weather events.
The Property
Escape the noise of the city and hide away at this lovely cottage!
COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Easy access to private Saybrook Manor Association beach so swimming, boating, and all kinds of CT shoreline activities are at your fingertips!
OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio table and chairs for 6. Folding wagon to take to beach, beach towels.
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, dining table with seating for 6, breakfast bar with seating for 2 more, full size bathtub, plenty of closet space, iron and full size ironing board. Playing cards, Uno and puzzles.
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, microwave, Keurig, drip coffee maker (including complementary coffee and tea), cooking basics, baking sheets/dishes, complimentary spices, dishware/flatware, lobster pot and accessories (shell crackers and shrimp forks).
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, bedding linens and towels included, central heating, keyless entry, complimentary toiletries, cleaning essentials
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)
House Rules and Policies
- No smoking
- Pet friendly - NO MORE THAN TWO PETS allowed at one time.
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
Pets welcome with a small fee paid up front.
Close to all kinds of activities and shoreline fun.
Harvey's Beach 2 miles
Monkey Farm 1.7 miles
Starbucks 1.8 miles
Old Saybrook Town Launch 2.7 miles
Saybrook Point Marina 3 miles
Mystic Seaport 28 miles
Mystic Aquarium 28 Miles
Clinton Premium Outlets 8 miles
*WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO GET TRIP INSURANCE*
We have exterior cameras, one at the front and one at the back of the property to protect it during vacancies and weather events.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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)
Please bring sheets to cover furnishings.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Upon leaving we prefer that you do NOT strip the bed, or launder sheets or towels. We have a strict cleaning policy we adhere to and it's actually easier for the cleaning team to take care of it all.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
About the area
Old Saybrook
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Saybrook Manor, a neighbourhood in Old Saybrook. Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail and Ferry Landing State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Saybrook Country Barn and Stay and Play LLC. Travelling with kids? Consider Essex Steam Train and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Old Saybrook, CT
What's nearby
- Chalker Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Harvey's Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
- Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
- Westbrook Town Beach - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
- Essex Steam Train - 11 min drive - 12.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 12 min walk
- James Farmacy Organic Cafe and Juice Bar - 5 min drive
- Pasta Vita - 5 min drive
- Five Guys - 3 min drive
- Parthenon Diner-Old Saybrook - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Alison S.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage - dog friendly
Alison S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michele
4 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cutest
Michele
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Charles B.
29 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Business in area
Charles B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deborah W.
9 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visiting Family For Thanksgiving
Deborah W.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Chris P.
9 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home
Chris P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen I.
9 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and peaceful getaway
Karen I.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachael A.
2 January 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Holiday Stay
Rachael A.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda D.
28 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Amanda D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carol R.
29 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house
Carol R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Samuel C.
14 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place in Old Saybrook
Samuel C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Justine M., Denver
21 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, quaint cottage in the heart of a beach community
Justine M.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
4 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage for a getaway
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matt M.
19 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick change of scenery to end school year
Matt M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa C.
9 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
Lisa C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Patricia P., New Market USA
27 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Travels With My Dog
Patricia P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gina G.
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Gina G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trina R.
14 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun beach cottage
Trina R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Stephanie K.
2 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great baby moon getaway!
Stephanie K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
27 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Brian M.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie F.
12 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Old Saybrook Cottage
Bonnie F.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ruth L., LAKE WORTH
19 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Stay!
Ruth L.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Janelle L.
23 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars! Listing doesn’t do it justice!
Janelle L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy W.
7 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Kathy W.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
17 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay in Saybrook Manor
Michael M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
About the host
Hosted by Robert Makas
We are both real estate agents, who know an amazing location when we find one! We have 3 children and 2 dogs...we know what it's like to look for a great vacation spot for everyone, and hope to make our properties your favorite places to stay!
Why they chose this property
The location allows you to walk to the beach, or enjoy all that Old Saybrook has to offer with only a 5 minute drive. Vaulted ceilings make the space feel open, and welcoming and a perfect, homey get-a-way.
What makes this property unique
This is a year round property
Large, fenced yard
All the amenities of home
Large, fenced yard
All the amenities of home
Languages:
English
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