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Elegant Historic Nine Bedroom Estate On 13 Acres Overlooking Long Island Sound

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Front of house before family wedding with flower arrangements.
Sunset on the Connecticut River from the porch.
Classic home with white picket fences.
View of house from the bluff on the beach.
Enjoy reading from this lounge chair.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
9 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 17428.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Old Lyme, CT
  • Place, Rocky Neck State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Goose Island
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Harvey's Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Baby's Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Back Double

1 Double Bed

Back Queen

1 Queen Bed

First Floor

2 Single Beds

Grampy's Room

1 Queen Bed

Parlor

1 Queen Bed

Purple Room

2 Single Beds

Top Left

2 Single Beds

Top Right

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Back Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Grampy's

Toilet · Shower only

Parlor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Top Left

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Elegant Historic Nine Bedroom Estate On 13 Acres Overlooking Long Island Sound

This historic, rambling home sits on 13 acres at the end of a private lane overlooking the Long Island Sound and the Connecticut River. The views are spectacular with the beach just a short walk from the front door. Cherished by families for generations, this 9 Bedroom/5 Bath home is stately and elegant while being welcoming and comfortable for all ages.

The newly renovated kitchen with island and granite counter tops features two stoves, two refrigerators, two sinks and two dishwashers for those who love to cook and entertain. Dine with your family and friends in the gathering room, formal dining room or outside on the front lawn.

A large living room with ample seating has views both south and west toward the Connecticut River. Practice your favorite songs on the upright Sohmer in the Piano room. There is even a toy room for the little ones with games and many books.

For those who love the outdoors, take a walk, run or bike ride along the private lane. Grab your favorite book and a glass of iced tea and relax on the lounge chairs under the trees. In the summer enjoy cocktails on the North Porch as the sun sets over the Connecticut River. Many wonderful family barbecues have been enjoyed on the front lawn facing the Long Island Sound. If you are lucky you might catch fireworks across the Sound or on the River from the Adirondack chairs.

The twin bedroom and full bath, located on the first floor, are handicapped accessible. The other eight bedrooms and four bathrooms are on the second floor accessible by a front and back staircase. Each room is carefully decorated in a classic New England style.

You will find everything you need to enjoy a summer week at this classic home. There is a laundry room, outdoor barbecue grill, and outdoor shower. You can have a lively game of American croquet and bocce on the front lawn.

The scenic town of Old Lyme and surrounding area offer art and historic museums, stunning nature walks, shopping and access to the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound for boating and Kayaking.

Come make some memories.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Consult PRIOR to any event planning. Extra FEES
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Pets

Pets allowed
Only with permission prior to booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only the guests in residence during the rental are allowed in the home and on the property.

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
Note from host: Consult PRIOR to any event planning. Extra FEES
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 Lyme

Located in Old Lyme, this holiday home is on the beach. Essex Saybrook Antique Village Shopping Center and Essex Plaza Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ocean Beach Park and Ferry Landing State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Saybrook Country Barn and The Book Barn. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Old Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • Lyme Academy of Fine Arts - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Rocky Neck State Park - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Goose Island - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Essex Steam Train - 15 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Harvey's Beach - 17 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 11 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪James Farmacy Organic Cafe and Juice Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Essex - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cocotte - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Saybrook Point Inn & Spa - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Historic Nine Bedroom Estate On 13 Acres Overlooking Long Island Sound pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Elegant Historic Nine Bedroom Estate On 13 Acres Overlooking Long Island Sound ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Historic Nine Bedroom Estate On 13 Acres Overlooking Long Island Sound ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Historic Nine Bedroom Estate On 13 Acres Overlooking Long Island Sound located?

This Old Lyme holiday home is on the beach, 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Lyme Academy of Fine Arts, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ferry Landing State Park and Rocky Neck State Park. Goose Island and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Susan Armstrong

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My family has owned this lovely home for generations. We have enjoyed many family vacations, weddings, Thanksgivings and Christmases at our home. I personally own and rent my vacation villas in the Caribbean and have been granted permission by my family to share this beautiful home with friends and guests.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location. Wonderful home, on private property with private beach and spectacular views. Close to all that the Connecticut shore has to walks, museums, Mystic Seaport, casinos, biking, ferries to LI or Block Island, tennis. Family time creates those fabulous memories.

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