Located across from Seabluff Beach, our four bedroom, three bath house has unobstructed views of the beautiful Long Island Sound! West Haven is one of Connecticut’s Best Kept Secrets (Shhhhh…don’t tell anyone!). Seabluff Beach has much softer sand, and space to spread out, than other beaches in Connecticut.
The house is in walking distance to three children’s parks, Prospect Beach House Deli, Tom & Pat’s Pizza, Jimmies Restaurant, and Turks Seafood. Bradley Point is also in walking distance, perfect for a summer stroll on the boardwalk!
We offer a comfortable open-concept living area, complete with full kitchen, 10 person table, and a living room with pull-out-sofa.
Two bedrooms have direct waterfront views, and two have partial water views.
The West Haven Train Station is 2 miles away, providing easy access on the Metro North to NYC. If you are looking for local nightlife, New Haven is 8 miles from the house.
Other things to know:
The house is located on Ocean Ave., which is a main road. It can become busy, especially during summer months. We do not have a front or backyard. The main outdoor area is the beach! While we do accept dogs, they are not allowed on the beach. Your four-legged-friend should be comfortable 1.) being in a house while you are at the beach and 2.) walking on a leash in the neighborhood to do his/her business.
Noise levels: Our neighbors are cool, but please be respectful. The West Haven noise ordinance begins at 10:00 pm and is strictly enforced.
Smoking: This is a 100% non-smoking property. Evidence of smoking will result in forfeiture of deposit.
Parking: There is ample parking! Please park either directly behind the house, or in the four designated spots across from the house. Street parking is only available to town residents.
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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
West Haven
Located in West Haven, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. West Rock Ridge State Park and Silver Sands State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Robert Treat Farm and John Slade Ely House. Travelling with kids? Consider Peabody Museum of Natural History, or check out an event or a game at Yale Bowl. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Savin Rock Conference Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Oak Street Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
New Haven, CT (ZVE-New Haven Train Station) - 15 min drive
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
던킨 - 2 min drive
Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Duffy's Tavern - 3 min drive
Randall's Bar - 17 min walk
Stowe's Seafood - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Unobstructed Ocean Views! 4 bed/3 bath/private parking pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Unobstructed Ocean Views! 4 bed/3 bath/private parking?
As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unobstructed Ocean Views! 4 bed/3 bath/private parking on 29 August 2026 start from NZ$1,020, 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.
How much is parking at Unobstructed Ocean Views! 4 bed/3 bath/private parking?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Unobstructed Ocean Views! 4 bed/3 bath/private parking?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Unobstructed Ocean Views! 4 bed/3 bath/private parking?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Unobstructed Ocean Views! 4 bed/3 bath/private parking located?
Nestled on the beach, this West Haven holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Seabluff Beach, Bradley Point Beach and Twin Rocks. Oak Street Beach and Savin Rock Conference Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our stay in West Haven was excellent in large part to staying at this place! Meridith did an amazing job with the house arrangements and making it extremely easy from.check in to check out. Highly recommend staying here!
We had the best family vacation ever. We have talked about booking this again. Loved the walk to local breakfast locations. I give Meredith a 15 out of 10.
This house was perfect for my family vacation. Comfortable and large enough for my whole family. It was a great location and super convenient. Meridith and Ryan had everything we needed and were incredibly helpful before, during, and after. Honestly the best hosts I've dealt with. We would definitely stay there again.
The house was just right for our family, with a well equipped kitchen and comfy bedrooms. The rocking chairs on the front porch were a favorite spot to sit together.
Nice setup for a family get together over a long weekend. Beautiful ocean view and nice beach across the street. Need to keep windows closed at night due to traffic noise.
Meridith is a marvelous, communicative hostess for her well appointed Vrbo rental. Every amenity was provided and our stay was enjoyable and effortless. I would definitely recommend a stay at The Sand Dollar!
The views of the ocean are even better in person. Saw beautiful colors during sunset. The close proximity to the beach is great. Mostly calm and shallow water. The house was very comfortable and communication with Meridith was great. We really enjoyed our stay.
The house was perfectly clean with excellent access to the beach. Beach was very quiet and secluded with not many people on it, which was very nice! Road was busy but we felt better with the gate on the deck to keep our kids contained. House was set up wonderfully with a very open and spacious living area. 12 people did not feel cramped at all, even with 4 kids in the mix!
This home offers the best view. The house is stocked with everything a family could need from all the beach necessities, foosball, kitchen utensils, bedrooms, fireplace, giant kitchen table and more. My 2 kids had a blast with all the games. The porch is perfect to relax and double balcony offers plenty of space. We love this home and hope to be back.
What an amazing time we had staying at this property. Our welcome note and bottle of wine was beyond our expectations!
Everything that was detailed in the description was just as! We felt at home the minute we walked in the door. Fresh towels, clean linens and everything in between. We will definitely be back again.
Amy G.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2023
Thank you Amy! We strive to exceed expectations when hosting our families. We hope to see you again soon at The Sand Dollar!
We enjoyed our stay at Sand dollar. The beach was just across the street, making it an easy walk. The ‘boardwalk’ was a nice place to walk but not the kind we were expecting. We had hoped for more places within walking distance (shops, restaurants). The home was large enough for 7 adults, a toddler and an infant to spread out. The kitchen had ample space for cooking meals. The enclosed porch was an added bonus, unfortunately it was noisy at time with motorcycles and vehicles on the street in front.
Would consider revisiting in the future.
The sand dollar house was a perfect choice for my family. The kitchen had everything you could possibly want and we enjoyed the coffee station. Having a table big enough for 9 (and an infant) is important to me so we can eat dinner together. The beds were all so comfortable and the house was so clean. I truly loved how it was decorated. Location, location, location!!! The best part of all was when my 8 year old grandson said “ This was the best week ever “. Having quality time with your family is priceless. Thanks Meridith !
The house is great and the host does many nice things that make the stay special and easy. The house has anything you'll need beach chairs, umbrella even sand toys. The house is right across the street from the beach and our little ones wouldn't go on their own so the street didn't matter to our family. The playground on the beach made for a nice after dinner place to go. The front porch was gated which made it safer for the kids. She even had dishes for the kids. The only thing we actually needed was a kids stool so they could all reach to wash their hands. We picked one up and left it under the bathroom sink for future other kids. I would highly recommend this home!
We were seven adults and a toddler. The house was clean, comfortable, spacious, well equipped kitchen, and the view was amazing. Having family dinners at that dining room table was everything. We didn't want to go out to eat because our view was better, which saved money.
My sister and nephew thought that they'd have to share a bed but the office had enough room for an air mattress. This made my sister jump for joy. Also, the bedrooms are bigger than they look in the pictures.
I will admit, when I first arrived, I thought the busy street was going to be an issue. However, the gate was secure for my grandson and it wasn't really that busy during the week. In the end, it didn't bother me at all. (I'm super picky, FYI.)
The beach was amazing. For anyone with little ones, it's perfect. It's not crowded at all, even on the weekends. The water is shallow quite a ways out. My grandson was free to run around and jump in the water without us worrying.
The West Walk is an added bonus. It's a great walk along the sound to get exercise, clear your head or walk off a heavy meal.
I would not hesitate to rent this house again.
The house was perfect for us and the space we needed. Toilet broke right when we arrived and the host was great about repairing it right away. There is plenty of kitchen supplies to do light cooking, and things to take to the beach. The rooms were comfortable for our 5 day stay. Wifi was great. We had no trouble connecting with several computers and streaming videos. It was nice to have a fireplace. Beach is really close: just across the street so that was great and host provided plenty of chairs, towels, beach stuff. Now the things that could be better: blackout curtains in the upstairs bedroom, one facing the street and beach. It's way too bright to be able to sleep in while on vacation. The dining area on the other hand, needs more light. It is ok with added candles for dinner when sun is down but not enough for any games that require reading. Things we didn't like that are not in the control of the hosts but did make our stay less pleasant was the noise coming from the street since it's so close. Be prepared for loud motocycles and lots of traffic make the best bedroom quite noisy (the one that is the best: facing the beach). I didn't expect this amount of traffic. If you are sensitive to really close traffic noise and can't sleep with it (like me) bring ear plugs with you. A lot of cars go faster than speed limit so one must be really careful when crossing it to go to the beach. Not for young kids crossing on their own.
I heart the beach, and would love to share our lovely home with YOU! My husband and I have been landlords for over 8 years, so we recognize the comfort and safety of guests are top priority.
Why they chose this property
The Sand Dollar House offers the perfect layout for sharing with company, or just your family. The house is located across from a beautiful beach, but only a few minutes from the city of New Haven, so you have the best of both worlds! The Long Island Sound is calm making it perfect for little kids to play in the water.
What makes this property unique
TWO bedrooms with direct Ocean Views and Balcony. Open concept layout, working fireplace, and long table for entertaining or playing cards.
Languages:
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