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Step into this cozy 2-bed, 1-bath oceanfront cottage and unwind in style. With private beach access just steps away, you can spend your days swimming, surfing or simply soaking up the sun. Come home to relax in the air conditioning or enjoy a meal al fresco in your own private yard with dining set.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Old Lyme Cottage, Steps to Private Beach!

They say salt water heals all, and at this cozy 2-bed, 1-bath vacation rental, you'll live and breathe life by the ocean. Swim, surf, and sunbathe at your leisure, with 800 feet of private shoreline just a short walk from your front door. Nearby, explore locally and peruse Old Lyme Marketplace, wander Old Saybrook, or venture to family-friendly hotspots like Mystic Aquarium. Come home to relax in the air conditioning or relax in the private yard — all just steps from Old Colony Beach!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Beach Gear & Beach Pass Provided | Private Yard

Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Dining Room: Twin Futon

COTTAGE FEATURES: Private yard w/ dining set, indoor dining table, skylights, closet storage
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, 4-burner range, microwave, dishware & flatware, tea kettle, drip coffee maker, coffee
GENERAL: Linens/towels, beach chairs & umbrella, mini-split heating & air conditioning
FAQ: No WiFi
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story cottage, 3 steps to enter
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OLD COLONY BEACH (steps away): 800 feet of private beach access
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Old Lyme Marketplace (5 miles), Niantic Children's Museum (5 miles), Florence Griswold Museum (6 miles), Mystic Aquarium (21 miles)
PARKS & TRAILS: Mill Creek Preserve (1 mile), Rocky Neck State Park (3 miles), Ferry Landing State Park (5 miles), Fort Saybrook Monument Park (11 miles), Fort Trumbull State Park & Museum (15 miles)
AIRPORTS: Bradley International Airport (60 miles), Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (60 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story cottage requires 3 steps to enter
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include WiFi or cable access

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Old Lyme, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean Beach Park and Rocky Neck State Park, while Florence Griswold Museum and Essex Steam Train are cultural highlights. The Book Barn and Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut are also worth visiting. Visit our Old Lyme travel guide
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Old Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • View of old cobblestone architecture from the 1930s in Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme, Connecticut
    Rocky Neck State Park
    3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • View of old cobblestone architecture from the 1930s in Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme, Connecticut
    Rocky Neck State Beach
    8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Lyme Academy of Fine Arts
    6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • The Book Barn
    8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Hole-in-the-Wall Beach
    9 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dunkin'
    7 min drive
  • Lyme Tavern
    6 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    9 min drive
  • Long River Local
    9 min drive
  • Saybrook Point Inn & Spa
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Old Lyme Cottage, Steps to Private Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Old Lyme Cottage, Steps to Private Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Old Lyme Cottage, Steps to Private Beach!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Old Lyme Cottage, Steps to Private Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Old Lyme Cottage, Steps to Private Beach! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Rocky Neck State Park and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Lyme Academy of Fine Arts. Rocky Neck State Beach and Old Lyme Historical Society are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Charming Old Lyme Cottage, Steps to Private Beach! Reviews

Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 13 reviews

8.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Max

Would Book Again!

Easily one of the best renting experiences I've had in Old Lyme over the span of visiting in the summer for 10+ years. Dimitri was great, the cottage was the perfect distance from the beach (about a 2-minute walk!) and it was incredibly comfortable. We spent 3 nights here and would love to stay even longer in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was just what we needed. We have a Internet free few days which was awesome. They had a deck of cards in the house and our 18 year old taught the 8 year old how to play solitaire. The cottage was in walking distance from the beach. Nothing to complain about.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara S.

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

Great beach retreat!

We booked last minute as we decided to join family staying in Old Lyme. This cottage was just perfect for our needs. My husband and I along with our 19 year old stayed here. Clean, newly remodeled and amenities to meet our needs for a 3 day beach retreat. Simple, but practical. Close to beach and a/c was a treat during the heat wave! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Off season mini break

Only stayed for two nights, wish it was longer. Excellent little cottage less than a minute from the beach. It was a chilly weekend but the cottage was toasty warm. Very well maintained and spotless clean. Dimitri was an excellent host and very welcoming. He even brought gifts for my two grandchildren. Will definitely be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

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

Quaint and CoZy

Very intimate cottage setting, lovely beach scenery, walking distance to the beach, feet away from hearing the crash of the waves. Short drive to grab whatever you have forgotten or need to enhance your stay in this tiny home. Great location to unplug, energize, and bond with your family. You can create the quality time you miss out on in the world today, you will not have the distractions of television, internet, or gaming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Marianne T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Retro, vintage

Nothing in the house appears newer than 1940. The bed sheets and blankets are threadbare, pilly, and appear to be goodwill castoffs. The few pans to cook with were aluminum with lots of wear and the utensils were thrown into a box in the cupboard and were old, various metals, all with the finish worn off. There was no hot water for the children’s baths. My grandson has health issues and we could not risk using the cooking, eating and other things in the space. The walk to the beach was delightful. We had booked 3 nights and unfortunately felt we had to leave as soon as we could. We left by 9:30 AM. Very disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage. Had enough room for us (4 people) for a few days. We had a great time at the beach which was not too far of a walk for us. We enjoyed the house and the area. Great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

NEIL C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

lindsey M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The owner is very nice, however the cottage was incomplete as there is still particle board showing in the closets, pipes exposed in the bathroom, and outlets that were not closed. Once this place has some tender Love and care and by that I mean fixing up then it will be more of a comfortable stay. You can’t beat the walk to the beach! The beach was beautiful and we really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

Old Lyme

The location and property were perfect for our stay. Homeowner was very accommodating. Can’t wait to go back!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Noreen O.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

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Broken furniture, old stained sheets and towels. Not clean or vacuumed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janell A.

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

Visiting Psycho

The property was okay except washer & dryer were out of order and hot water wouldn't stay a steady temperature, also the toaster didn't work. But the major issue we had was with a schizophrenic man that lives next door who was intimidating us and was very angry, he even came right up in the front doorway when we were in the house. Talked to host about man having a key to the place and not feeling safe to spend a second night. Host knew all about man but would not refund our second night, so we went home a day early in fear of being victims of this crazy person.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were really hoping for a cozy getaway, but this cottage was a huge disappointment. While the owner was kind, the property is simply not fit for guests—and certainly not for anyone with a baby. The house felt unsafe: it was noticeably slanted and appeared to be set on top of loose cinder blocks. It felt like a lived-in old home, not a clean or properly maintained rental cottage.We walked in to find a peanut butter jar on the counter, half-used soaps and shampoo in the shower, and old food left in the fridge and freezer. The bedrooms had walls so dirty you could see footprints and grime. The listing also claimed air conditioning, but there was only one unit in the living room, leaving all the bedrooms hot and uncomfortable. On top of that, the photos were clearly edited and did not reflect the true condition of the property.We felt misled, unsafe, and uncomfortable—and we’re requesting a full refund.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025