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NEW LISTING! Luxury retreat on the Long Island Sound

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Waterford, CT
  • Pleasure Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Harkness Memorial State Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Ocean Beach Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest room 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Guest room 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

In-law suite

1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

In-law suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

NEW LISTING! Luxury retreat on the Long Island Sound

Better by the beach! This home has it all. This house is perfectly situated by multiple accessible beaches and a boat ramp just a short walk away. Expansive views and breathtaking sunsets of the Long Island Sound and Jordan Cove from front of home and roof top deck. When not at the beach enjoy the heated in ground saline pool, awning covered patio and gourmet grill station. The rooms are generous in size and designed with your comfort in mind. The master bedroom has its own deck, gas fireplace and jacuzzi tub. The home is newly updated.
The in-law suite, with its own private entrance, provides privacy and comfort for guests and extended family. Has its own full bathroom, fireplace, kitchen and living room.
It’s all about the possibilities. Mornings and mimosas by the pool, endless beach activities, from crabbing to swimming to kayaking and sangria sunsets on the roof top deck.
The area does not lack for things to do. Harkness park has activities for everyone, beaches, fishing and exploring. Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods are just a quick drive away. Spend the day in Mystic exploring the seaport and don't forget a visit to the aquarium.
Make memories that last a lifetime!

Property manager

Michele Hootstein

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 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

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waterford

Located in Waterford, this holiday home is near the beach. Ocean Beach Park and New London Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration. Tumbleweeds and Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Waterford, CT

What's nearby

  • Pleasure Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Harkness Memorial State Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ocean Beach Park - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • New London Ferry Dock - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • United States Coast Guard Academy - 12 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 17 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪NV Bakery & Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Skipper's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Smoothie King - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does NEW LISTING! Luxury retreat on the Long Island Sound have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is NEW LISTING! Luxury retreat on the Long Island Sound pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at NEW LISTING! Luxury retreat on the Long Island Sound?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW LISTING! Luxury retreat on the Long Island Sound?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NEW LISTING! Luxury retreat on the Long Island Sound located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pleasure Beach and Harkness Memorial State Park. Waterford Beach Park and Eugene O'Neill Theater Center are also within 3 miles (5 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. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alexandria G.

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

Relaxing

Nice property, well kept. Quiet relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

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

Great house

Our family stay was perfect at this house. There was plenty of room and the pool was a huge plus. The kitchen and restrooms are well stocked and having sheets, bath & pool towels available was so helpful. We enjoyed every minute. Michele was available whenever we needed her for questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie A.

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

Awesome vacation home

House is wonderfully equipped and very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great house

Open floor plan and backyard with pool were great for our family/friend vacation. Easy and good communication with property owner. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

HAROLD W.

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

Great getaway

We had the most relaxing time. Area and home are both beautiful. With the pool and patio, we didn't even search out a beach. We did a casino trip and fishing trip and both were great. We will definitely consider this again next year for vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Perfect Family Vacation House!

The house was absolutely perfect for our family trip! We had 6 adults, 1 teen and 4 toddlers and there was more than enough space for everyone to enjoy time with the family or sneak away for some relaxing time. The outdoor space was amazing! Most of the time was spent in the pool during the day or making s’mores by the fire pit at night… Thank you for a great place to make some memories with our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Great house

The house was as advertised, big fenced in backyard. The pool is a little small but nice. The best equipped house we have rented. Easy communication with owner. Would stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

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

Spacious Home Inside and Out

We enjoyed our week long stay in this spacious vacation rental, with 4 bedrooms, bathrooms and television sets. It has lots of seating, inside and out, towels, and a well stocked kitchen. The combination air hockey/ pool/ping pong table was a hit, as well as the pool, complete with pool and other outside toys. It is a short walk to sand bars, and a convenience store, while Pleasure Beach is about a 4 block walk/2 minute drive to its public parking area. Sand chairs, toys, and beach towels were available. We enjoyed Ocean Beach Park with its arcade and rides, and Flanders Fish Market/Restaurant, both a short distance away. There were night lights throughout the house, as well as many steps that were not mentioned in the listing. Bring consumables with you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacey H.

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

Great Family Vacation Rental

I recommend this property for family vacations! The house is much larger than the pictures make it seem to be. The rooms are very large allowing enough space for extended families to enjoy both time together and individual rooms. There are many games and activities provided by the property for both children and adults. The backyard is fenced and private. Many of the previous reviews comment on the size of the pool. While it is not huge, it was the perfect size for our family with small children. There are multiples seating areas outside to sit and enjoy the sun if you do not want to swim. We also enjoyed the rooftop deck views in the morning and evenings. We recommend going to the Waterford beach. There is a $25 fee for non residents but the beach is clean and not too busy. It is a short drive and worth the money. The property owner also provides a list of nearby activities and restaurants to visit which was convenient. The property owner is responsive and overall very helpful in completing your booking and stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janel S.

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

Great home for a family vacation

The Owl’s Nest was the perfect home for our family vacation with ages ranging from 6 years old to 48 years old. The interior of the home is beautiful, spacious and clean. The kitchen is great for cooking indoors and the outdoor kitchen area was wonderful for grilling. The pool was perfect entertainment for not only the children, but the adults as well. The yard was a great size for our soccer loving kids to kick around the ball. The home is full of games, both indoor and outdoor. Michele was a wonderful host. She responded quickly to any and all inquiries. I definitely recommend this home as a vacation spot for families of all ages!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Roberta B.

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

Nice pool house

We had a nice family vacation even though we had a few days of rain. The kids loved the pool but recommend dry ear after swimming as all the kids got swimmers ear. There were plenty of indoor and outdoor games. We bbq’d most nights but there are some restaurants nearby. The kitchen was well stocked but could have used garbage bags and dish soap..not a big issue but every house we’ve ever rented supplied these and paper towels and toilet paper (We had starter of toilet paper and 1 paper towel to start.). We had a drain issue but Michele took care of it and gifted us some wine for the inconvenience. Michele was very responsive to all my questions! If you are looking for beach time you need to travel a few miles and it’s $25 per car..On the whole , this is a nice vacation home with plenty of room for a big family and Michele was a great host
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George K.

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

Lovely, Complete Vacation House

This home is ideal for a large family gathering. We actually slept 6 people, but the house could easily have handled another half dozen. Our nearby family came for multiple visits and swims in the well-equipped pool. Lots of fine toys! And the plastic axe-throwing set was a major hit on the sizeable back yard. Everything in the rental was in excellent working order, and we had more than enough plates, flatwear, and kitchen/grill utensils, all clean and in good shape. The swimming pool got lots of use, clean and large enough for all of the live-in family and numbers of visitors. The location is very convenient to shops and restaurants in Waterford (Stop and Shop grocery, Ocean State Job Lot, Dollar Tree) Niantic, and East Lyme. (We recommend Fat Tuna and the Flanders Fish Market for both food and service.) Beach life is a short drive away. The walking-distance beach is fine for catching crabs and minnows, but not so much for bathing. Nearby Pleasure Beach is private and the guard seemed resentful when we asked for the public part. I recommene highly the Waterford Town beach (a 10-minute drive away). It's is lovely and welcoming. It's $25 per day per carload for out-of-town visitors, $125 for a season pass that allows in-and-out access (available online). You can drop a carload of beachgoers and go get another batch, no problem. The beach itself is about a half mile long, spotless, with gorgeous sand and air-conditioned bathrooms. There's just no downside!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

No complaints

Inside of house is nicer than the pics look. Backyard space is great. Rooftop is cool for sunsets. We had 9 people, you can do 11 with ease - plenty of space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kylene S.

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

Great Family Vacation

We had a lovely stay at the Owl’s Nest! The house and backyard were beautiful. The house was very spacious, clean, and had everything we needed for our stay. Enjoyed incredible sunsets from the roof deck and loved using the pool table and air hockey table. Beds were very comfortable. One thing to consider is that there are a lot of stairs in the house that we didn’t see in the pictures (a big staircase but also other small steps throughout the house) that could be difficult for very young children and seniors. We also found the pool to be smaller than we thought from the pictures, but it was still lovely, temperature was perfect and we had a great time swimming in it and enjoying the backyard. Our only complaint was that the outdoor grill was left dirty and we had to clean it ourselves, but Michele sent us two bottles of wine to apologize which was really nice and thoughtful! She was very responsive to any questions we had and provided a guide with all information prior to check in. Overall we had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend her home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Summer 2022

We had a wonderful experience in Waterford, Conn. The house was immaculate and well stocked with anything that we needed. Very well organized and Michelle was very attentive to our every need. The pool and the backyard was a definite plus as we enjoyed both several times throughout the week. The location was great also; we were close to the ocean as well as several seafood restaurants and even the Block Island ferry. We had a fabulous time and would return in a minute.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Mark S.

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

Great beach house

We loved staying at the Owl's Nest. Everything was as advertised and the Host was always available. Definitely would come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Sara S.

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

Beautiful, spacious home with many amenities

The Owl's Nest was a beautiful and impeccably clean home. The house and yard were extremely spacious, allowing plenty of room for our group of several families with small children to spread out. The yard was large with pool, lawn games, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, and various seating areas. The house was well stocked with numerous items we found useful for our stay. Michele was very communicative and responsive to our questions. One downside was that, as a group traveling from out of state and unfamiliar with the area, we were surprised by the proximity to the nuclear power plant on the other side of the cove. I would also note that the nearest beach was more of a beach for the kids to dig in the sand and explore and not so much for swimming as it was rather rocky. That being said, several other beaches nearby were easily accessible by a short walk or car ride. This home was perfect for our group to have a leisurely vacation and we would definitely consider renting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

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

Wonderful time in Waterford, CT

My family had a wonderful time staying at this property. Everything was as advertised. The house is very spacious and easily accommodated our group of 9. Michele was great and quickly responded to any questions we had. The location was perfect. Close to beaches and area attractions, like Mystic Seaport, the aquarium and museum. We used the heated saline pool every day, the fire pit every night and the out door grill just about every day. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

mona l.

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

Great stay

We loved staying here.! The house and grounds were more beautiful than the pictures. The grandkids loved the pool and the nearby beaches. Great communication with the owner. An excellent vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful time at Michelle and Seth's house. Accommodations were great, amenities was also great. My grandchildren enjoyed the pool and the outdoor games they supplied. The walk to the beach and the general store was not far and my grandchildren enjoyed walking to both. A must visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard U., Hardeeville

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

Uhl family vacation

House exceeded our expectations. Plenty of room for everyone. Grandkids thoroughly enjoyed pool. Kitchen well equipped. Proximity to beaches, Mystic Aquarium, restaurants a plus. Thank you Michelle for making our stay so comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Ann C.

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

The Owl’s Nest June 2021

The property had many amenities. The children loved the pool, pool table, indoors space to play and do art work and the large screen TV. The temperature was set too cool the first two days. We were a bit concerned about a gas odor near the great room fireplace and near the ovens in the kitchen. The owner said it was the pilot light. It would have been nice to have passes to the beach. All in all we had a good stay after we got resolution for our concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

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

Amazing vacation

Everything was perfect! The only thing we found wrong is that the pictures do not do the property justice! It's so much more beautiful and spacious in person. There were seven in our group with plenty of room to spread out. The rooms were large enough to all gather comfortably. The pool, outdoor kitchen and firepit make the yard feel like a private paradise. We really enjoyed the yard games and pool table. The owners thought of everything you could want or need. The area is breath takingly beautiful! The owners were amazing to give us suggestions of things to do in the area. We can not say enough wonderful things about our trip! We will definitely book this property again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kurt T.

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

Perfect graduation celebration house!

Plenty of room and rooms for extended family to enjoy each other while providing downtime apart. Superb yard/pool including outdoor games, fire pit and outdoor kitchen. Every imaginable kitchen appliance, tool, pans and dishes (for both indoors and poolside). Luxurious beds, immaculate linens, topped off by incredible water view from the rooftop deck. Friendly neighbors and convenient to USCGA graduation events. Did we mention the nearby beach?!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gigi G.

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

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay

The house was beautiful. Michele and Seth were helpful and very responsive. We couldn't have asked for a better stay. My family of 9 had plenty of room to move about the property without getting in eachother's hair. We had some really hot weather during our stay so we took full advantage of the pool almost every day of our stay. The kitchen was great and well equipped with everything we needed. The pool table/ air hockey was great and we used it frequently also. The only potential improvements that came up from my family were the in law suite was a little warm at night for sleeping, not sure if the central air extends to that area or not, and the bedrooms in the main house did get a little chilly at night/ early morning. Overall we have no complaints and very much enjoyed our stay and would book the property again. It was also our first time in Waterford and it's a nice town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Michele Hootstein

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