Title: Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6243&destination=Branford%2C+Connecticut%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=95963946&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events. ## Photo gallery for Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events. ![Terrace/patio - Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events. (Branford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95970000/95964000/95963946/85b73e1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Oven, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker - Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events. (Branford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95970000/95964000/95963946/ff7cec6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Oven, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker - Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events. (Branford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95970000/95964000/95963946/a3266064.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong - Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events. (Branford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95970000/95964000/95963946/65026acd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events. (Branford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95970000/95964000/95963946/b0bf0535.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a serene haven at this 11-bedroom hotel built in 1850\. Surrounded by natural beauty that rivals the world's most breathtaking destinations, unwind with games, water sports and fishing gear or indulge in freshly caught local seafood prepared by dedicated chefs. ### Entire home 11 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 226500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Breakfast available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events. "One of the Best Places on Earth" (The New York Times) This is an old 11 bedroom hotel built in 1850\. This site is for regular nightly rental but the property is also available for special events rental under a separate arrangement. Natural beauty that is second to none. Step on this property and you will swear you are no longer in America. Full catering and dedicated chefs available if desired. Freshly caught local seafood available. Games, water sports and fishing gear provided. Graceisland.us ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Oven - Spices ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 11 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Kayak - Table tennis - Water sports equipment ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 6,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922200/922173/94c389ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites Berlin - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews £79 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=922173&PinnedHotelID=922173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5300/5265/de3a2b5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol, Connecticut Bristol - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews £134 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=5265&PinnedHotelID=5265&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7519/26c48632.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Clarion Inn North Haven - New Haven North North Haven - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 7.6 Good 1,000 reviews £84 includes taxes & fees 9 Apr - 10 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=7519&PinnedHotelID=7519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50100/50056/2ce804b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden Berlin - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 6.6 1,002 reviews £62 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=50056&PinnedHotelID=50056&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Branford is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chaffinch Island State Park and Farm River State Park, while Stony Creek Museum and Hyland House Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Polished and Shoreline Trolley Museum. 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