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Amazing Waterfront Home, Priv Beach 🏖 Panoramic Water Views

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You will love our Private Sandy Beach steps from the home, so relaxing:)
 Experience Stunning panoramic Water Views from every area of the home
You will love the open design
Open living concept with a splash of modern coastal, great for socializing
Sunsets are simply breath taking over the water

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 83400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Branford, CT
  • Stony Creek Brewery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Yale University
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Amazing Waterfront Home, Priv Beach 🏖 Panoramic Water Views

Beautiful luxury waterfront home, an amazing experience to be surrounded by water with a splash of modern coastal design to enjoy with a Private Beach & Panoramic water views from every room. Ideal location New Haven 15 mins, NYC 90 mins, Boston 2 hrs. Nestled in Pawson Park this waterfront property see YouTube Vrbo.com/h/beach-home-in-branford features 4 spacious bdrms with 2 en-suites, Deluxe King bed, spa shower & jacuzzi, others Queen size, 5 bths, open design kitchen w/center island that overlooks the magnificent water view + 2 Living rooms & friendly workspaces, plenty of space for everyone to relax, reconnect and create lasting memories by the sea. We provide all the essentials to make you more than comfortable. Fully equipped kitchen, linens & towels for your convenience. You will love the patio overlooking the harbor while watching the boats sail by, enjoy our private beach steps from the house, relaxing in the fabulous lounge furniture or take a swim in the refreshing Long Island Sound. Great location for enjoying seaside living & vibrant restaurants with old world charm, visit famous Pepe’s Pizza & local wineries. Linden shore for bike riding terrific hiking trails & Kayaking. You will find Panoramic water views & gorgeous sunsets among flowering gardens in our quaint neighborhood.
Spend your vacation with us & experience benefits that have never existed until now.
Hop on a boat ride tour of the Thimble Island Cruise and see the many Islands in Branford.
Minutes from the train station, catch The Shoreline East to New Haven and Grand Central Station.
MEMORIES AWAIT~BY THE SEA DM me for weekly rental & long term stays.

Property manager

Carol S
Premier Host

Languages

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties unless approved by the owner, including rehearsal dinners, weddings, etc.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Branford

Located in Branford, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Bill Miller’s Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Shoreline Trolley Museum and Lighthouse Point Carousel. Travelling with kids? Consider Connecticut Children's Museum, or check out an event or a game at Connecticut Sportsplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Branford, CT

What's nearby

  • Stony Creek Brewery - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Yale University - 19 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Yale-New Haven Hospital - 20 min drive - 18.3 km
  • East Haven Town Beach - 26 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Branford Station - 11 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Smoothie King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Branford Townhouse Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Waterfront Home, Priv Beach 🏖 Panoramic Water Views pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Waterfront Home, Priv Beach 🏖 Panoramic Water Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Waterfront Home, Priv Beach 🏖 Panoramic Water Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Waterfront Home, Priv Beach 🏖 Panoramic Water Views located?

Located in Branford, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Stony Creek Brewery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Double Beach and Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District. Branford Hills Plaza Shopping Center and Orchard Hill Plaza Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 56 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

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

Beautiful views and amenities

We very much enjoyed our stay and were pleasantly surprised by how great the views were from practically every room in the house. Check-in was very simple and there were many nice touches awaiting us at the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milana T.

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

Beautiful home

Overall the house was great. The beds were so so comfortable and the house has everything you need to cook and grill. Unfortunately weather wasn’t ideal but we still got to enjoy the hot tub and at least check out the private beach. The beach is across the street and it’s not too bad, just a lot of sharp shells so I’d rec wearing some sandals to and on the beach! The house is a lot bigger than we realized and beautiful views all around. Owner was great and responsive. The master was awesome and the jet tib and shower were awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kari B.

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

Beautiful water views for family vacation

Gorgeous home overlooking the marsh with short walk to very small private beach with water access. Spacious, beautifully decorated home with four bedrooms. Everything is meticulously clean, kitchen is extremely well stocked for cooking, and there are comfortable open concept seating areas. Deck was particularly enjoyed with a serene marsh setting and was great for viewing wildlife. Only drawback is that some of the outdoor photos are dated and do not include the large building being constructed right next door. The construction noise every day did detract from our relaxation. Understand owner is not responsible for neighbor's construction, but updated photos and a heads up would have been appreciated. The deck was our favorite feature of the house with its breathtaking marsh and water views.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

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

The bird watching was wonderful with beautiful views of a marsh

We loved our stay here. The views were like watching a wonderful panorama of life on the sea with marsh views and sail boats moving from different windows. The seating was comfortable with lots of places to sit and talk with old friends and the kitchen worked very well. All and all it was a great time. One suggestion, provide shore bird books to identify all the different birds to be seen. Also a plus the central air conditioning was effective at keeping everyone comfortable throughout the house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Beautiful home

The home was gorgeous with beautiful furnishings. The view from all windows was spectacular. A very relaxing home with beautiful views of the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann S.

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

Wonderful Christmas in Connecticut

Everything was perfect!! House is amazing for family/friends gathering. Spacious, clean and great views. The home was everything we needed to celebrate the holiday. Thank you to host for communication and special touches throughout the home. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth U.

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

Great stay at carol’s

Beautiful property and neighborhood! The beds were super comfy and the kitchen well- stocked with essentials.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

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

Perfect Getaway

We all had a wonderful time. We had everything we needed, and the property was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sepehr K., Stamford, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely House for 10 people

Pretty nice house, not exactly beachfront, but a lovely house nonetheless. Good space for entertaining 10 adults. A lot of bugs so tiki torches would be a good addition. Would certainly return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Perfect break by the water in Branford

An idyllic setting on the mouth of the Branford River, this beach home is meticulously kept and well stocked for visitors (just bring food!). A private beach adjacent to the home is the perfect launch point for water activities or just relaxing in a beach chair, and affords the best view in town of the annual fireworks display. Back on the deck is a hot tub with an amazing view of LI Sound, Branford River and surrounding wetlands. Carol the property manager is attentive and very responsive with lots of local knowledge. New visitors shouldn’t miss having a meal (or two) at the legendary Lenny’s Indian Head Inn just a short drive away. Also highly recommend a visit to the Thimble Islands via tour boat or water taxi from nearby Stoney Creek (Outer Island is a nature reserve and the perfect spot for a seaside picnic). The icing on the cake of a perfect week was access to the Owenego Inn, including its lifeguard attended beach and Friday evening festivities.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Girls weekend

Absolutely perfect! This was my first experience renting a VRBO property and I was not sure what to expect. The reviews were helpful so I wanted to return the favor. Carol's home is just that...a home. It doesn't feel like someone's rental property. It is beautifully furnished and very well stocked with everything you could possibly need (and then some) The beds, pillows and linens were very comfortable and good quality. Carol was very responsive answering my questions in advance of our booking and with one small question during the stay. Otherwise, everything was clear from the listing materials and as pictured and described on the site. The one thing that can be hard to convey is the beautiful views from every room. There are lovely view of the Long Island sound from one side of the home and entirely different harbor views on the other side. On the first floor you can look out at both side and feel surrounded by the water. We marveled at all of the interesting marine birds both out the windows and on walks around the lovely neighborhood. One of the nicest things that I can say about the comfort of the home is that the weather was not cooperative, yet we were so happy in our surroundings, we barely left and had the most wonderful time! We would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

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

Wonderful waterfront stay

Our family had a truly wonderful long weekend. The house was everything advertised and more. We were hoping for a few days of water views and the views were fabulous and manifold. Lots of classy comfort throughout the home as well. Carol was as good a communicator and supportive owner as one could ask for. Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl L.

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

Anniversary

Immaculate and lavishly furnished, but the location, with marsh and river views and the floor to ceiling windows letting the outdoors in, was the highlight for us. The hot tub was fun and refreshing too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Beautiful Branford

This beautiful home overlooking the sound and harbor fostered a wonderful time spent with family. There is so much beauty in the views, the wildlife, the water, all the beautifully designed and kept landscapes and gardens throughout the surrounding area… And many great restaurants nearby, along with the oceanfront country club and private beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Liz M., Easton, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Buyer beware owner unreasonable with no compassion

The beach is not attached to the property it is down the street. View from deck is of a marsh...the pictures are deceiving. 4 days prior to check-in, 2 out of 4 couples had significant health issues they were just recently diagnosed with. Two had a recent cancer diagnosis so couldn't travel, 2 people tested + for covid and another had a death in the family. The months of Nov and Dec were totally available on owner's calendar yet owner refused to switch to another weekend. Owner lied to us and told us that VRBO told her she couldn't refund or change to another weekend. VRBO urged her to give us another weekend or refund but the owner refused. Half of our party wasn't able to go and the ones that did had to leave a day early. Owner was slow to respond to our emails about this as well. Kitchen was not gourmet and slightly outdated but functional. Visitors are asked to wash sheets and linens at end of stay as well as take trash out. Because of the owner's lack of compassion and the fact that our dear friends who needed this weekend the most were unable to attend there was a dark cloud over us during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Iris M.

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

Lovely house with amazing views!

It could not have been a better experience. From the first contact with Carol to the arrangements for our stay to a memorable family holiday, no one could ask for more!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ali H.

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

Fantastic stay!

We had a truly fantastic experience staying at this property and would love to stay there again. The house is great, even better than the pictures, and the property includes a private stretch of sand right on the water that we loved. Carol was a super responsive and helpful host. We traveled with an infant and with the baby equipment there and the blackout shades in the main bedroom, we were very happy that we could keep him on his sleep schedule.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

janice S.

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

Scenic Vacation

Beautiful home. Great location with fantastic views from every window. We especially enjoyed the private beach and hot tub. This vacation was very sentimental as our family has many happy childhood memories of summers spent in Indian Neck. Carol was a wonderful host who provided everything we could possibly need and made herself easily available to answer any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Branford

We had a wonderful time! The home was extremely comfortable and appointed. The owner was very responsive when we had a question. We enjoyed the area and we would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy M.

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

Yale Graduation Celebration

This wonderful home straight our of a fairytale provided the perfect setting for our family as we celebrated my daughters graduation from Yale. You will be amazed by the surrounding beauty, location and luxurious accommodations that Carol has provided. It’s hard to believe that she is willing to share this spectacular retreat but I am extremely grateful for her willingness to do so. Treat your family to a vacation in Branford and you will be very happy with your decision! Troy Martinez
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory J., Louisville

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

Family Gathering

After an extended period of no contact we were able to get together for long overdue gathering in the incredible surroundings Indian Neck. Our family has long ties to this area and could not have enjoyed Carol's Beach House any more.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne C.

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

What do you see from your window?

Beautiful water views, gardens, the CT shoreline and sunsets. Even a hurricane didn’t overwhelm us. 3am holiday noise from a neighbor’s pool disturbed two nights of sleep. Bring earplugs. It’s worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trevor L.

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

Cute neighborhood

Great place to just get away and relax
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donovan C., jersey city, usa

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

picturesque waterfront neighborhood/community in Branford

house is well maintained & has excellent layout very comfortable & great views, and patios on both sides the house faces the inner harbor/bay on one side & outer harbor (leading to the Sound) on the other private lot across the street with sandy beach
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason B., NJ

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

Perfect for a relaxing getaway and close to New Haven

This property gave us everything we were looking for. If we didn't leave the house it would have been a great vacation. Views of the sunrise and sunset each day, great views, a beautiful neighborhood to walk around. We also got to watch some Osprey and an Eagle feeding on fish. House has everything you could ask for, we didn't need to bring anything. If we ever wanted to visit New Haven area again this would be our place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Carol S

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My favorites in life have been by the water, it gives off great energy while refreshing the mind. Enjoying walks on the beach, cycling through the quaint neighborhoods, gardening and enjoying freinds and family. This home has given me all that life has to offer.

Why they chose this property

Our waterfront home has been a special place for our guests and families to enjoy their dream vacation in our coastal seashore town, with a lovely center that has something for everyone. It boasts one of the most picturesque town greens in all of New England, with dozens of historic buildings including famed Black Stone Library. An array of fine restaurants to delight all your culinary experiences, local Vineyards, streets lined with unique boutiques.

What makes this property unique

Amazing experience surrounded by water makes this an Ideal waterfront beach home in a Coastal New England style with Panoramic water views, its own Sandy Beach & Hot Tub. The perfect location in Branford with plentiful restaurants and local pubs minutes from town. Great open floor design for everyday living with expansive water views and flowering gardens. Private Sandy Beach for swimming, and lounging. Centrally located accessible to New York City, New Haven, CT -Yale-New Haven and Boston.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests