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9.4

Exceptional

3 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Westbrook, CT

Westbrook Town Beach5 min walk
Tanger Outlets6 min drive
Hammonasset Beach State Park12 min drive
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)33 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cottage was clean, owners were very responsive to our communications, owners gave us good tips on local restaurants and ...

Michael P.

Oct 4, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Cozy, Beach Cottage on West Beach

Cozy cottage, with water views, steps from West Beach and Coral Sands Beach. A wonderful family community with many recreational activities in the area. Many popular seafood, and Italian Restaurants as well as shopping outlets. Large boating Marina and Elks Club also very close to the cottage. Two casinos, Moheghan Sun and Foxwoods, 45 min from cottage. Shopping Outlet in Westbrook and Clinton. Marquee Cinemas in town. Many antique shops to browse through. Please note: July, August and September (4 night minimum). No pets allowed.

Property manager

Donna Bongiorni

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

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

No tents allowed on the property.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Westbrook

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Westbrook Center, a neighbourhood in Westbrook. Hammonasset Beach State Park and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Stay and Play LLC and Saybrook Country Barn. Essex Steam Train and Sweet Martha's are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Westbrook, CT

What's nearby

Westbrook Town Beach - 5 min walk
Tanger Outlets - 6 min drive
Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets - 10 min drive
Hammonasset Beach State Park - 12 min drive
Harvey's Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

Old Saybrook Station - 13 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
‪Bill's Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
‪Cuckoo's Nest - ‬6 min drive
‪Lenny & Joe's Fish Tale - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, Beach Cottage on West Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, Beach Cottage on West Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, Beach Cottage on West Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, Beach Cottage on West Beach located?

Located in Westbrook Center, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Westbrook Town Beach and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Tanger Outlets. Clinton Plaza Shopping Center and Adam Stanton House and General Store Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

4 Oct 2023

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

Hoping to Come Back Again

Cottage was clean, owners were very responsive to our communications, owners gave us good tips on local restaurants and shopping, convenient location in close proximity to the water

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jacki B.

17 Sept 2023

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

Nice location

All went well and enjoyed our stay . Husband had back surgery x 2 in past year. The areas of raised flooring in house were a concern /trip hazard. Neighbors very friendly, nice community 👍

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary M., Portland, Maine

4 Sept 2023

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

Perfect beach spot

The cottage was the perfect spot for my nephew’s wedding in Westbrook, and some beach time in-between. Coral Sands beach was really great and a short walk. Dave was very responsive and answered our questions quickly. We would stay again if ever down that way.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimnahs M.

27 Aug 2023

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

Hidden gem on West Beach in Westbrook!

Just as advertised, quaint cottage with open floorplan, beachy decor and short walk to shore. Communication was fast thru the VRBO app. The deck umbrella needed repair and owner was quick to respond and replace. Having a full kitchen, charcoal grill, washer and dryer and 3 bedrooms so close to shore (0.1m) makes this property a hidden gem! Three window fans and 2 oscillating fans allowed for plenty of air circulation while we vacationed last week of Aug. As Elks members we frequented the lodge close-by for lunch and dinner, as well as Bill’s Seafood, Lobster Landing and Shanks. I hope the owners rent it out next year as we cannot wait to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

24 July 2023

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

Wonderful weekend on the beach

We had a great weekend with the beach a stone throw away!! Our 10 year old daughter and 13 year old son had there own little rooms in this quaint beach house. We were able to walk to most places and had less than a 2 mile drive to anything that was a little too far to walk to. Donna and David are great hosts, the beach is great, and the neighborhood is friendly. We had a well needed wonderful weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte M.

19 July 2023

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

Nice stay

Nice, clean, modest beach house as described. Very close to beach. Beach was perfect for kids. Calm water, clean beach. Enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

David B.

18 July 2023

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

Made the most of a dated, well apportioned cottage

We knew there wouldn't be air conditioning and misjudged how hot that meant the cottage would be at night even with fans blowing. The sink, toilet, and shower were all dated and could use an update to make the place nicer. How about a spare roll of toilet paper? And no spare tissue box or paper towel. These little details matter. The cottage was clean and well apportioned. Not a great choice for the middle of summer given the lack of A/C. Knowing guests would use the fans, could the fans have been cleaned up? They were full of dust and looked like they haven't been used for years. Location was great and the neighborhood was quiet. Compared to the other high-end hotels in the area, this was a good deal. Communication with the owners was easy and fast.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

14 July 2023

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

Great Time

Very nice cottage with roomy decks that really expand the space on nice days. Hoping to go back next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Karen B.

7 July 2023

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

Great location

Steps from a lovely beach. Room enough for the 3 of us. No AC in July made it very hot. There are fans provided.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Myrna F.

5 July 2023

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

Horrible

The day we were suppose to check in the owner calls to tell us that he has to reimburse our money and cancel our reservation due to electrical issue. He was so rude and did not care how inconvenient it was to cancel at the last minute. Also he said guess left a note there was an electrical issue at 11am. We were suppose to check in at 3pm. Cleaning practice states there is a 24 hour vacancy between guess. Thats a lie and inconsiderate. When voicing my concerns he hung up the phone in my face. So unprofessional, unpleasant and disrespectful!!!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

3 July 2023

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

A perfect beach escape..

A much needed rest with my favorite person in the world.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edgar H.

24 June 2023

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

Staying at the beach

This rustic cottage has all the amenities you need to just show up and enjoy your stay. We were close to shopping for our teens, seafood dining and steps away from west beach for strolling in the sand and watching the sunset. We relaxed on the decks - one with a brisk salt air breeze and a back deck that was a bit more sheltered from the breezes.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn L.

18 Oct 2022

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

Lovely

The minute we walked in we were at home . The casual beach theme, clean and extremely comfortable beds and linens were the magic touch for sure. We would go back hands down . No fuss no problems just a real nice experience . Why would anyone ever want to stay in a stuffy hotel when they could spread out and really relax while on vacation or just attending a family function like us .Thanks well done Donna and David ! Mary Ann happy customer !

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

12 Oct 2022

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

Nice long weekend

Great location, cozy cottage. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Donna P.

29 Sept 2022

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

End of Summer Relaxation Week @ Beach

Nice old ocean view cottage with deck, but small driveway. Short walk to beach. Good accommodations, especially with washer & dryer. Very needed restfully stay! Thank you.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Aug 2022

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

Cozy and convenient

Just as expected from the listing and other reviews.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

7 Aug 2022

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

Beach House

Quaint little place just short walk across the street to a very nice beach

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

18 July 2022

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

Excellent fun little spot

Close to all that was needed

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Petina C., Near New York

11 July 2022

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

Perfect

A wonderful, inviting place to rest and renew. It's everything that is advertised and more.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

4 July 2022

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

Location location location! Perfect for a beach vacation!

Our family loved the close vicinity to the beach. 2 beaches are within a couple minute walk (one private/one public). We also spent part of a day at Hammonasset State park which was a fun adventure and great place to swim! Towels and a few beach chairs are provided at the cabin. The neighbors are friendly. The cabin is warm (no AC) but there are a lot of fans available for use so it cools down at night. The cabin is funky and inviting. It felt like we were staying at Nana’s beach house…if only our Nana was cool enough to have a beach house!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ericka B.

24 June 2022

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

Nothing but good things to say!

Did not disappoint one bit! Will be back again for sure!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

9 Sept 2021

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

RIGHT next to the beach!

I have stayed here with my family before. We knew what to expect as far as amenities and layout of the house. It's right next to the beach and has a deck. Those are the highlights for sure! FYI this house gets hot! There are window fans supplied, but I usually bring my own box window fan when we stay here. It seems to work better at pulling in the cool air at night. If you prefer a super cold house with AC, this is not for you. What we didn't expect this year was the hurricane. Our stay was shortened due to the hurricane and mandatory evacuations. This was my first time dealing with the owners and they are WONDERFUL. They were communicative and flexible with our stay. I was so grateful to have salvaged half of our stay because it's our last year to all get together for a while because my brother is just about to have a baby. THANK YOU SO MUCH!! :)

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherry Y., Rocky Hill, CT

7 Sept 2021

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

Labor Day 2021

Cute little house, so close to the beach. Close to everything! Great communication from owners and so accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

26 Aug 2021

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

Shabby Chic Beach Cottage

This shabby chic beach cottage was “blast from the past” adorable! Great location across the street from the beach. Clean and quiet. A sweet little getaway! Owners were gracious and nice to deal with when we had to cut our stay short due to a potential hurricane.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

17 Aug 2021

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

Absolutely Amazing

I was absolutely overwhelmed how amazing the cottage is! You can see the ocean from the front porch and the marsh/inlet from the back! Salty Ocean breezes keep the cottage cool and give constant reminders of how close you are to the water! You literally walk across the street to the private beach! The cottage is very quaint with all amenities and lovely beach decor! Very clean and owners are very helpful and accommodating ! We will be back for sure!!! Thank you so much!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Donna Bongiorni

Why they chose this property

If you want to relax on your vacation, this is the spot! The beach is steps away from the cottage and the neighborhood is clean and very family oriented. Many great restaurants in Westbrook and the surrounding Shoreline towns.