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Waterfront Estate Home - Pool and Private Beach Pavilion - East

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A large, two-story house with a stone foundation, a well-maintained lawn, and a stone wall bordering the property.
A living room with a yellow armchair, a patterned armchair, and a floral sofa. There are two windows with white frames and a fireplace with a decorative mantle.
A spacious living room with a large television, wooden furniture, a bookshelf, and a ceiling fan.
A sunroom with large windows, wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors.
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near beach near Madison Center
9 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Madison, CT
  • Place, East Wharf Beach Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Madison Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Madison Green Historic District
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom A - Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom B - Two Twins

2 Single Beds

Bedroom C - Sunroom

1 Queen Futon

Bedroom D - Corner King

1 King Bed

Bedroom E - Cozy Double

1 Double Bed

Bedroom F - Large King

1 King Bed

Bedroom G - Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom H - Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom I - Ultimate Kids Room

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - 1st Floor Front

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2 - 1st Floor Rear

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 3 - 2nd Floor Front

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4 - 2nd Floor Hall Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 5 - 2nd Floor Rear

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 6 - 3rd Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Waterfront Estate Home - Pool and Private Beach Pavilion - East

Iconic Middle Beach Road Summer House, with Private Waterfront, low tide beach and shared In-ground Swimming Pool! This beautiful cottage sleeps 20 comfortably in 9 bedrooms. Big open living spaces with expansive views from every room. Private Waterfront has beach area and private waterfront Pavilion, then stairs down to Long Island Sound, for the low tide beach. This lovely cottage is the perfect place for a large family gathering, with a quick walk to Madison Center and Madison Town Green. Located in the middle of Madison’s prime waterfront, with a short walk to both East Wharf Beach and West Wharf Beach.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7718709
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Madison

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Madison Center, a neighbourhood in Madison. Allis-Bushnell House and Museum and Hyland House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Deacon John Grave House and Madison Green Historic District. Travelling with kids? Consider RJ Julia Booksellers, or check out an event or a game at Connecticut Sportsplex. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Madison, CT

What's nearby

  • East Wharf Beach Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • beach near Madison Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Madison Green Historic District - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Allis-Bushnell House and Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Scranton Memorial Library - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 7 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hammonasset Beach - Meigs Point - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Estate Home - Pool and Private Beach Pavilion - East have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Waterfront Estate Home - Pool and Private Beach Pavilion - East pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Estate Home - Pool and Private Beach Pavilion - East?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Estate Home - Pool and Private Beach Pavilion - East?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Estate Home - Pool and Private Beach Pavilion - East?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Estate Home - Pool and Private Beach Pavilion - East located?

Nestled on the beach, this Madison Center holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of East Wharf Beach Park, Allis-Bushnell House and Museum and Deacon John Grave House. Madison Green Historic District and Scranton Memorial Library are also within 1 mile (2 km). Madison Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 50 reviews
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is great and has everything needed for your stay. We had an amazing time. Thank John!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

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

Beach vacation

Great property with beach and pool access, totally enjoyable.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

July visit

We love the house and the lovely water view. It is a wonderful gathering place for family and friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kailey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as expected… in a good way!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect. House was perfect. Host thought of everything, the water shoes were a lifesaver. Everyone had a blast on the kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Lovely week in Madison

Perfect home for a big family gathering!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne E.

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

Oceanfront Family Getaway

Our family enjoyed time sitting by the ocean, by the pool and walks in the area. John, our property manager, was excellent. Looking forward to returning with our family soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

norman r.

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

Wonderful place

Can’t say enough. Host is gracious. Well maintained house in the grand tradition. Perfect for family gathering
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2023
Great guest and extended family. Happy to have them anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bette M.

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

Great family vacation

House was great for 17 family members, ages 10-75. House clean and lots of kitchen utensils for a large group. Kids loved pool, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding. Beach is across the street with pavilion and easy access to low-tide beach. We loved Everton out our stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Fabulous stay!

It was a special wedding weekend. This house provided a wonderful space to enjoy family and friends who had traveled long distances to celebrate our son’s wedding festivities in the bride’s hometown. The views of the Sound from the screened in porch and the private beach made it all the more special.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pascale L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our large family to gather as we prepared for a family wedding down the street. We went swimming in the sound, lots of walking in the beautiful area.The host was beyond helpful and kind and we LOVED the location. Watching the sunrise and sunset from the beach was perfect. There were lots of bedrooms and space for small groups to gather to play games or dine together. My only complaint is there were not enough lights in the living room for reading. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Fabulous time

All was great. John and Terry were excellent hosts - very responsive, communicative, friendly. The home was perfect for our family annual gathering, with people from 1 - 80 years old. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodations for our multi-generational family gathering. Lots of space for our group of 13 to find one’s quiet spot, both in the house and outside. Active neighborhood with walkers and bikers, which gave us motivation to join them! A one mile walk into town to grab coffee and browse the local shops. The access to the kayaks and paddle board made for a perfect beach front vacation; with size options of life jackets and water shoes to choose from!John was a great host while there and top notch on the communication leading up to our stay. We would definitely stay here again for future gatherings.
Quiet beach day
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karin S.

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

Beautiful view, lots of space for a big family, great location

We had a wonderful time at John's home this past weekend. We had 11 people and plenty of room with lots of bedrooms and bathrooms. Worth noting there are no bathtubs if you have small children. The view from the sunroom is gorgeous at all times of day, the kitchen is well stocked, Middle Beach Rd. is the perfect place to take a walk, the pool was a huge bonus... The home is definitely older but everything was clean and in working condition!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan Carroll C.

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

Madison memories

This property has it all…… and more! I love that we found it above expectations. We never lacked for anything. The ice-maker is a great amenity! Thank you so much for sharing your good fortune with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Great Beach House for Large Family/Friends Gathering!

We stayed in this wonderful beach house with six adults and four kids for a week, and it was fantastic! Overall, the house was clean, well maintained, and most importantly, the air conditioning worked well on all three floors! There is plenty of room to spread out in the house, the beach and pool are great, the beach amenities were a hit with the whole family (e.g., kayaks, paddleboard, pavilion, and beach chairs), and the location couldn't be better! We had a couple minor issues during our stay, but the owner was very responsive and quickly resolved them. While it didn't negatively affect our stay, the kitchen and most of the bathrooms are a bit outdated and could use a refresh to put them on par with the rest of this beautiful house. Regardless, we highly recommend this beach house for a large family/friends gathering, and we hope to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Family reunion

This was the perfect accommodation for our extended family to enjoy our annual reunion. During our 2-week stay we had various relatives join us for 1 to 10-night visits. Over the Labor Day weekend we had 16 people from 6 months to 73 (me) years of age. There was plenty of common space and the 9 bedrooms were all clean and comfortable. This is a very big cottage, but the air conditioning was perfect on all 3 floors. The private beach was perfect for swimming to the fixed raft, launching the 5 watercrafts, or just sitting in the shade of the gazebo. A rock island was available for exploration and the protected Tuxis Island was nearby for viewing from the ocean kayaks. Everyone enjoyed the very clean swimming pool. The owner was in the adjacent cottage and briefed us on all the amenities (bikes, water toys, water shoes, etc.). We had one small issue with the washing machine - John showed up within 10 minutes and repaired it himself. Madison is a great location for a relaxing vacation - we've rented several locations, and this was definitely the best.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location , pool was awesome and amenities were great. Huge house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 10-12 people at different times and the house never felt crowded. Everyone had space when they needed it for work and when we all hung together for meals or at the pool plenty of room. Amazing location. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie P.

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

How very magical and special……

This property was just magical with beautiful sunrises and sunsets. The house is charming, warm and inviting. The owners were prompt and courteous, every question was answered quickly; we wanted for nothing. We would rent again from John. We could not have had a better place for our family to gather and reconnect. The time spent, the house, the view and of course our family time made this time so special. It is a house where memories are made and family are reconnected! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Great place for a large family!

We loved the location of the house and the size. It’s three levels, and the rooms are only on the second and third-floor, but it has so many rooms it is perfect for a family reunion. The kitchen is outdated but has the charm of the rest of the home. John was a very very responsive property manager. I would definitely stay there again and recommend it to anyone who is planning a large gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne K.

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

Beautiful Week

Once again, a gorgeous vacation stay with 9 of my best friends. We swam in the sound, took walks on the beach, wrote, read and laughed. THE BEST house for a large group. Everything was so easy to get to. John is flexible, attentive and always around. You can watch the sunset and the sunrise from this house and take long walks. The gorgeous state park with miles of beach is about a 4 min drive. GREAT kitchen with two ovens. Plenty of everything. We loved it!!! Thank you again John.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Great Girls Reunion

We meet every year…11 of us. We have been college friends for 52 years. We loved the house. We are already planning for next year. The amount of bedrooms and bathrooms are perfect for a large group. We always have a formal dinner at night and the table was large enough for all of us to be comfortable. The setting across the street is great for relaxing with a glass of wine. It is tough to please eleven 71 year olds.. It was easy at this house…everyone loved it!! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce D.

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

A Slice of Paradise

This property was absolutely perfect for our family reunion after a LONG Covid separation. The waterfront location is gorgeous, the house is warm, homey, well-appointed and expansive enough to serve the needs of 20 of us - 15 adults and 5 children. Between the beach and the pool, we were in heaven and there was a nook and cranny for everyone’s pursuits - from a quiet reading to a lush lawn for a game of Corn Hole, from a kayak ride on LI Sound to an hour of children enjoying their coloring books on the front porch overlooking the beach! The Fords were quick to respond to every message and were delightful hosts sharing their amazing property with us! We hope to return! ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Ford

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We were excited and honored to purchase this estate property on Long Island Sound in 2018. Originally built in 1917 by two brothers from Philadelphia, it was in the same family for almost 100 years until purchased in 2018, by a new family! The entire property is actually two twin homes, both a west home and an east home on the water in Madison. The homes were built as grand summer "cottages", though each one is more than 4,000 square feet. We love our time in Madison. You'll love it too.

Why they chose this property

Nothing better than being on the water in Madison. The quintessential New England town. Beach in front with a shaded pavilion, as well as a swim float just offshore. With kayaks and an SUP, and a dinghy just for fun!

What makes this property unique

Perfect for large extended families, we get a lot of grandparents, grown kids, and grandkids. All loving the beach, ocean, pool and front yard for yard games.

Plus, we get a good number of reunions from college graduations of years gone by. As well as friends of the bridal party for weddings held at the Madison Beach Club down the street, and at Madison Beach Hotel.

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