10/10 Excellent
Dolores D.
12 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rehearsal Dinner and Family Vacation
Dolores D.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Entire home
Elegant Historic Nine Bedroom Estate On 13 Acres Overlooking Long Island Sound
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
9 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 17428.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Old Lyme, CT
- Place, Rocky Neck State Park6 min drive
- Place, Lyme Academy of Fine Arts7 min drive
- Place, Florence Griswold Museum8 min drive
- Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)41 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.
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Consult PRIOR to any event planning. Extra FEES
Pets
Pets allowed
Only with permission prior to booking.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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Note from host: Consult PRIOR to any event planning. Extra FEES
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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 Ferry Landing State Park and Rocky Neck State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Saybrook Country Barn and Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Old Lyme, CT
What's nearby
- Rocky Neck State Park - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
- Lyme Academy of Fine Arts - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
- Old Lyme Historical Society - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
- Florence Griswold Museum - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
- Goose Island - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Essex - 11 min drive
- James Farmacy Organic Cafe and Juice Bar - 12 min drive
- Saybrook Point Inn & Spa - 14 min drive
- Paperback Cafe - 11 min drive
- Teddy's Old Lyme Pizza Palace - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Susan A., St. Croix, USVI
7 May 2019
Great Location
Susan A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Susan A., St. Croix, USVI
3 April 2019
Amazing
Susan A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Donna C.
29 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memories For A Lifetime
Donna C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rita M.
20 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for creating family life-long memories.
Rita M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
wendy m.
2 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Little Slice of Heaven
wendy m.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Renee B.
25 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Amazingly Memorable & Idyllic Vacation
Renee B.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Laura E.
9 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Laura E.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Susan A.
10 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location
Susan A.
10/10 Excellent
Karen E.
8 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Griswold Point
Karen E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
About the host
Hosted by Susan Armstrong
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.
Languages:
English
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