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Spacious 5-bedroom, 6 bath vacation home just 30 min drive to beaches and casino

Riverside holiday home with water park and outdoor pool

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Back Patio-Pool, Hot tub, Fireplace, firepit, Bar & TV, Bathroom, Outdoor Shower
Huge game room!
Games room
6 person hot tub
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14418.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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  • Place, Goodspeed Opera House
  • Place, Brainard Homestead State Park
  • Place, Gillette Castle State Park
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Spacious 5-bedroom, 6 bath vacation home just 30 min drive to beaches and casino

What you will LOVE -
PRIVATE RESORT STYLE PATIO - stunning pool, hot tub, cabana bar and grill, 65" TV and more!
Tons of space - Two Kitchens - Fabulous game room. Rated best in the area!

In the quaint town of East Haddam, this spacious house provides a peaceful retreat for your upcoming trip. As you arrive, you'll be greeted by the serene Connecticut River, just a 5-minute drive away, and the majestic Gillette Castle State Park, an 8-minute drive from your doorstep.

Inside, you'll find a wealth of amenities to make your stay truly exceptional. Indulge in a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, unwind in the soothing hot tub, or cozy up by the fireplace while enjoying the smart TV. Stay connected with the free WiFi, and take advantage of the in-home laundry facilities for a stress-free vacation.

The fully stocked kitchen is a chef's delight, equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and a range of small appliances, including a lobster pot, coffee maker, and blender. Gather around the dining table and savor delicious meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients.

When you're not exploring the nearby attractions, such as the Essex Steam Train just 16 minutes away, you can enjoy endless entertainment right at the property. Challenge your friends to a game of pool, foosball, or ping pong in the game room, or simply relax with a good book or a family-friendly video game.

Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the property's porch, fire pit, and ample outdoor furniture, perfect for enjoying the fresh air and taking in the scenic surroundings. With 5.5 bathrooms, air conditioning, and all the essential amenities, this vacation home is the perfect haven for your next getaway.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Maximum number of guests 14 and minimum age of primary renter 30. Also, we do not accept bookings from guests that do not have reviews.
Wearing of spray tan in hot tub is not permitted and will cause a deduction in security deposit depending on cost to repair.
Failure to return completed and signed rental contract within 48 hours will result in cancellation of your booking

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 deadlock

About the area

East Haddam

Located in East Haddam, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Major General Joseph Spencer Memorial and Nathan Hale Schoolhouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail and Brainard Homestead State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Sundial Herb Garden and Essex Steam Train. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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East Haddam, CT

What's nearby

  • Major General Joseph Spencer Memorial - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Goodspeed Opera House - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Brainard Homestead State Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gillette Castle State Park - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Essex Steam Train - 18 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 21 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Wrasslin' Cats Coffee House & Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Haddam Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Village Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Little House Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious 5-bedroom, 6 bath vacation home just 30 min drive to beaches and casino have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spacious 5-bedroom, 6 bath vacation home just 30 min drive to beaches and casino pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious 5-bedroom, 6 bath vacation home just 30 min drive to beaches and casino?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 5-bedroom, 6 bath vacation home just 30 min drive to beaches and casino?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 5-bedroom, 6 bath vacation home just 30 min drive to beaches and casino located?

This family-friendly East Haddam holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Scherer Library of Musical Theatre, Goodspeed Opera House and East Haddam Historical Society and Museum. Major General Joseph Spencer Memorial and St. Stephen's Church are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

pete f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Been to a bunch of air b and this by far is the best stocked, cleanest, well run. Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taryn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful property and allowed plenty of room for every couple to have their own room. Kitchens were stocked and Debbie was very communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

judith m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property had it all! So relaxing and comfortable. We had a large group and there was room for all of us. The back yard pol area is amazing as well as the game room. We definitely will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary n.

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

Family Christmas holiday

Spacious, full stocked, amenity filled home with enough room for family members to gather and/or spread out.The game room is perfect for all ages with a variety of choices for your competitive play. Grocery/liquor store and Gillette Castle State Park are minutes away.Beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Perfect Family Getaway!!

What an absolutely perfect home for a family vacation! We had so much space to spread out across four levels, yet plenty of inviting spots to gather together. The huge game room on the second level became our go-to fun zone, while the main-level living room and the basement rec room—complete with a full kitchen—offered even more options for relaxing and entertaining.But the true showstopper? The backyard. The large pool was the ideal temperature with the perfect balance of deep and shallow ends. Our adult children especially loved the outdoor bar with TV—mornings spent working on laptops over coffee, and afternoons and evenings filled with laughter and conversation. The firepit and fireplace areas were wonderful for cozy nights, and the convenient outdoor bath and shower made life so much easier, especially with the grandkids.The well-equipped kitchen and spacious dining areas made mealtimes a breeze, and the peaceful lemonade porch became our favorite place to unwind.This is a beautiful home in a stunning location—thoughtfully designed for comfort, fun, and making memories. We would enthusiastically recommend it to anyone and are already considering rebooking for another stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Babara M.

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

Graduation Celebration and Family Gathering

The house was great and perfect for all ages. The kids had a ton of fun in the pool and game room while the adults enjoyed the hot tub! We enjoyed cooking on the grill and eating at the poolside bar when the weather was nice. The accommodations were more than enough for the 14 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn G., Bedford

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

Amazing Property

We were a group of 12 cousins between ages 5 to 61 coming from various different states. This house hit all our needs. It was spacious and clean. We loved using the game room and hot tub. There was so much to do inside the house that there was no need to go anywhere. That said, Mystic was still close by, as was Essex. The hosts were also amazing and answered any questions we had immediately. We had a wonderful experience and i highly recommend this house to anyone looking!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette (Jeane) S.

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

Great friends get away!

We stayed for our annual Columbus Day weekend away with a group of 9 friends. The house was very comfortable and we had plenty of space. We really enjoyed the game room in the evenings - all the games were in excellent condition and everything was in working order (which has not usually been the case at other vacation rentals we have been to). We were lucky enough to have beatiful fall weather all weekend, so we could enjoy the lovely back yard. We made use of the gas grill, watch a playoff game on the big screen TV behind the outdoor bar, and sat around a roaring fire in the outdoor fireplace at night. We did have an issue with refrigerator, but the host was responsive. It wasn't able to be fixed during our stay, but luckily the house has a 2nd full size refrigerator in the basement. It was a little inconvenient, but we made do and the host was communicative and apologetic. We had a great weekend and hope to go back in the summer so we can use the beautiful pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John V.

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

Perfect Family Retreat with Endless Entertainment!

We recently stayed in this home for a family retreat and it exceeded all our expectations! The house had a fantastic game room and plenty of bedrooms to choose from, making it perfect for our family. It was well stocked with everything we needed to support our early holiday celebration. The house was as depicted and the hosts provided coffee and a fully stocked cabinet of cooking supplies, along with plenty of glasses, dishes, and cooking utensils. There was nothing we needed that we couldn’t find.There was also plenty of room to spread out, with a cozy living area off the kitchen and a great game room on the second floor featuring a big TV and comfortable couch. We had a blast playing pool, foosball, ping pong, and Pac-Man, and there were many board games to choose from as well. The numerous bathrooms meant there was never any waiting.Although it was winter and we couldn’t use the amazing pool, we thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub. The three-car garage was incredibly handy as it snowed and was very cold outside. Debbie and Sean, the hosts, were very responsive and made sure we had everything we needed.We also took day trips to Mystic, Mohegan Sun, and the nearby Gillette Castle. There is plenty to do both inside and outside the house. Overall, we had an unforgettable stay and highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a perfect family retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tong C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is clean and huge. Nice game room with hot tub outside. The fireplace is also great with heating pole right next to it. Kids enjoyed the S'more one night, sweet and warm. It will be great if host can provide dehumidifier in basement.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

shai c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for all ages. Clean and spacious. Outdoor area is gorgeous and plYroom has something for everyone!! Highly recommend for allages!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful family holiday in East Haddam, CT. The family enjoyed the gathering space, pool and hot tub. The spacious home had the necessary amenities especially the fully stocked kitchen for our two evenings of birthday celebrations, spa night and our daughter's engagement. We especially appreciated the attention to details like plenty of towels as well as beach towels, personal toiletries and plentiful toilet paper in each of the bathrooms. Debbie is responsive and clearly communicated promptly. We hope to return next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Staycation

The house was large for our group and the pool was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

East Haddam

We had such a wonderful time in East Haddam. The house is unique and wonderful. It was a perfect place for everyone with ages ranging 7-70 staying all together. It is an easy drive for day trips around the area and exploring the history in the local area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynder C.

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

Amazing time at an amazing house

Deb was a great host and very responsive, and the house was beautiful and clean. It was a pleasure to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin S.

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

Excellent Rental and Host

Lots of activities both inside and outside. The house is very well maintained and inviting. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Mini resort

What a wonderful property. Beautiful. Comfortable. Clean. Nicely appointed. Great game room. Quiet neighborhood. Fab outdoor hang space. Really enjoyed our stay. No complaints. Would definitely return!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

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

Beautiful house and responsive owners

We did a guys golf weekend and the house was excellent. Very clean, amazing back patio area with pool, hot tub, and tiki bar. Owners were very responsive. Would highly recommend this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia O.

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

Wonderful, long weekend!

We had a wonderful stay here over a long weekend. The house was amazing and just what we needed for three families-plenty of beds, living areas, and outdoor space to do things together but also have a little space if one needed it. We wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the pool and do more things in the surrounding area though we did make it to the castle (so cool!) and the train ride. Communication was also great and speedy. Highly recommend this spot-we are hoping to go back next year for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer k.

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

Wonderful Stay, beautiful home!!

The pictures do not do this home justice! The backyard is resort living at its finest! We hope you enjoy your sray just as much as we did!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family reunion

Best pool area!! Great game room. Plenty of room for everyone. One of the best properties we have ever stayed at.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

Amazing Vacation

We are long time vacation renters hosting our children and grandchildren for summer vacations. All agree this is the best house with everything for the adults and four teenagers! There are so many places to enjoy; pool area, game room, porches, kitchen even some lively poker games. We were there during an extreme heat wave and the central air made for very comfortable sleeping. The pictures and overview of this listing reflect why it is so popular the perfect place for friends and family to gather. Thank you Deb and Sean. We are already planning our 2025 return. .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Wonderful Stay For The Whole Family

We had a fantastic time, and really loved the pool area and game room. The owners were very accommodating and super quick with communication. Would definitely come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolina M.

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

East Haddam

We had a wonderful stay. Home is beautiful and has many spaces to spend time with family. I would love to come back when the pool is open. Hosts responded quickly and were accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Our favorite vacation home

We've stayed at this house before and love it! The whole family is entertained in the game room and there's plenty of space to be together, but also be apart, which is so important for family gatherings. House is immaculately kept and stocked with everything you need. The backyard looks amazing but it's been too cold to use!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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