A quiet hidden gem in Stonington Borough with a huge back yard

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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Stonington, CT

Stonington's Old Lighthouse Museum
10 min walk
Dubois Beach
11 min walk
Saltwater Farm Vineyard
3 min drive
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State)
22 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Originally built in 1890 as a carriage house, it has been extensively renovated in the past few years while retaining its quirks and history. Tucked back off the street, it’s surrounded by greenery giving you the ultimate privacy, while being in the heart of the boro. The large back yard and deck gives you space to stretch your legs and enjoy outside.

2 Miles from Saltwater Vineyards
2 Blocks from Water Street (the main street in the boro with shops and restaurants)
10 min walk to Beer'd Brewery
10 min walk to Stonington Point (beach, Lighthouse museum, ocean view)

This is a 1300 sq ft first floor apartment.

Bedroom 1: queen sized bed
Bedroom 2: queen sized bed
Bedroom 3: twin sized bunk beds
Living Room: queen sized pullout couch

Property manager

Bennett Brissette

Premier Host

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Amenities

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Stonington

Stonington is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Misquamicut State Beach and Ocean Beach Park, while Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Mystic Seaport are popular area attractions. Quimper Faience and Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea are also worth visiting.

Stonington, CT

What's nearby

Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 8 min drive
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 8 min drive
Mystic Downtown Marina - 9 min drive
Mystic Seaport - 9 min drive
Olde Mistick Village - 9 min drive

Getting around

Mystic Station - 7 min drive
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dog Watch Cafe - ‬6 min walk
‪Angies Pizza & Pier 27 Lounge - ‬7 min drive
‪Beer'd Brewing Co. - ‬9 min walk
‪Breakwater - ‬7 min walk
‪Noble Smokehouse - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A quiet hidden gem in Stonington Borough with a huge back yard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A quiet hidden gem in Stonington Borough with a huge back yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A quiet hidden gem in Stonington Borough with a huge back yard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A quiet hidden gem in Stonington Borough with a huge back yard located?

Situated in Stonington, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of James Merrill House and Quimper Faience. Stonington's Old Lighthouse Museum and Dubois Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kati C.

25 Sept 2024

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

Weekend lodging to visit family

We loved staying in Stonington Borough and enjoyed walking around downtown, the quiet streets at night, and a very comfortable stay. Booking, check in and check out was a breeze. Highly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

13 Aug 2024

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

Perfect place to begin and end a busy day!

Perfect spot nestled away with plenty of space indoors and outdoors. Clean and well kept. Close to local attractions. I would stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

4 Aug 2024

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

Quiet hideaway

We really enjoyed the quiet cottage in beautiful Stonington.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chandi D.

1 Aug 2024

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

Wonderful Stay in Stonington

Had an excellent stay here. The property was clean, spacious, and had a beautiful backyard and seating area. It was extremely quiet and calm, and we loved the short walk into the town to grab food and ice cream. Bennett was extremely communicative. Really couldn't have had a better low-key time away with family. Thank you so much!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christine C.

31 July 2024

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Lovely town. Great back yard. Serious issues.

I'll preface this with saying that this is the first VRBO review I've left in the dozens of properties we've stayed at over the years. This is also our 7th rental in Stonington Boro so I have a good idea of what the standards are here in town. As for the good: The backyard really is huge and a rarity in the Boro with lots of grass to run and play. The location is also great being just a block from Indulge for coffee and the library and and an easy walk to anything on Water Street. Ben, the property manager, is also fairly responsive but... The bad: This property is at best bare bones basic and at worst just not

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

24 July 2024

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

Nice stay

Nice stay in Stonington. The host was very friendly and helpful. Cute house/property and the town is very cute too. Easy drive to Mystic. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

16 July 2024

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

Quick Summer Trip

This property was perfect for our quick summer trip to the Stonington area. It was the ideal location, within walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants and ice cream while being only a short drive to Mystic and Watch Hill. The unit had more than enough space for our family of four plus my mother-in-law. We would definitely stay here again on future visits!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

16 July 2024

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

Great stay

Great visit in a wonderful location! Close to all of the wonderful homes in the borough. Quiet and peaceful.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen J.

10 July 2024

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

Gem of a place!

Six old friends stayed together and it was perfect location! We thoroughly enjoyed the apartment and will come back again soon

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

1 July 2024

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

Loved our get away!

Great house to stay in, close to everything! Loved walking around and everyone slept comfortably. Thank you so much! Great communication with the owner. This one is a winner!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

30 May 2024

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

Quiet and enjoyable

Wonderful quaint place to explore and enjoy Stonington. Easy walk to restaurants, meander historic streets, and quick drive to Mystic. Well stocked kitchen, comfy beds, and easy to find.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marah P.

30 May 2024

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

A wonderful stay!

This place was even better than the pictures! The location was perfect to walk to the restaurants and beach in Stonington. The house was clean, more spacious than we thought it would be, and the backyard/porch was a perfect place to hang outside!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla K.

9 May 2024

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

Another great stay!

Great space in a great location! 3rd year in a row!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

26 Nov 2023

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

Thanksgiving Stay

My family and I enjoyed our stay! Beautiful location! Walking distance to everything. The only downfall was that the pull out couch was not comfortable. We would stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

29 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

This property is perfect! Everything you could possibly need…had a wedding down the street and it was great for 6 adults! Highly recommended

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

15 Oct 2023

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

Girls Weekend

I stayed at this lovely property for a girls’ weekend with myself, my 2 years old daughter, and two of my friends. The house was so spacious and charming! I loved the old windows! It was local to so many wonderful places (ice cream, winery, restaurants, a fun farmers market, Westerly, RI, and more!) the host was very accommodating when we asked if we could check in early. 10/10 would go back again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

11 Sept 2023

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

Super place Perfect Stay

Attended a wedding at Ocean House at Watch Hill with my two adult sons. This home was perfect for us. Great restaurants and coffee shops nearby. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vedrana S.

10 Sept 2023

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

Exceptional!

This is a really great place, with all one would need during vacation. We really enjoyed staying here. It is the second time this year, and we plan to come back again next year. We just love Stonington and the surrounding area.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

6 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful spot in the Borough!

We had a great stay at this property which is very conveniently located near the center of town. The property manager was incredibly responsive. Our kids could walk to camp at NESS. It is larger than it looks online and very comfortably fit our family of 5. We look forward to returning!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

21 Aug 2023

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

Cute place

We loved staying at this property, it is close to the Main Street in Stonington where you can walk around and it was only a 20 minute drive to Mystic. Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

20 Aug 2023

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

Adorable

Really sweet property in the most adorable setting. Perfect for a short stay for our family of four. Love being able to walk everywhere, super quiet area, and close to beaches. We had zero issues for which we had to reach out to Bennett, however we ended up arriving super early and he was very quick to respond when I asked about checking in early. Thank you!!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

15 Aug 2023

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

Great location!

Loved visiting the borough! Appreciated that this place was close to everything and stayed cool with the window AC units.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn V.

5 Aug 2023

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

Can't beat the location

Comfortable stay, lots of room for our family, a block from the coffee shop and easy walking distance to everywhere in the borough. Bennett was a very responsive host.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgia C.

2 Aug 2023

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

We loved it!

This stay fit all of our needs! We felt comfortable with the temperature at the stay as there are AC units. We LOVED the back porch!! The host was very responsive with our questions. We left thinking about coming back again!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

27 July 2023

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

Charming Carriage Home in Beautiful Neighborhood

This beautiful, comfortable carriage house exceeded our expectations for a stay in Connecticut for a weekend wedding. My family (mom, dad and two college students) likes space to spread out and this gave us that and more. We all enjoyed the home and exploring the town of Stonington. It was so walkable. Bennett was a perfect host and very understanding of our needs. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bennett Brissette

Born and raised in Stonington, I've been traveling the world for the past 10 years as an engineer on private yachts. I've seen some amazing places, but i always return home to Stonington. In my spare time, i purchased this home in 2017 as a fun renovation project. Some would have said to tear it down and start new, but I've always loved the history and uniqueness of old houses so my dad and I completely renovated it over a year and a half, turning it into what it is today. I'm proud of our work, and excited to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

The boro is an amazing place filled with history and character. The perfect combination of being walking distance to restaurants, parks, the beach, and marinas, while still feeling like you have your own space to retreat to. Many of the houses in the area are private seasonal residences so it never feels overcrowded.