Waterfront! Charming 4BR Cottage on the Niantic River!

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Entire home

At the shore. We have a small beach at low tide.

Overview
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Location
Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Explore the area

Waterford, CT

Flanders Plaza Shopping Center
5 min drive
Waterford Speedbowl
7 min drive
Hole-in-the-Wall Beach
11 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
18 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Escape the hectic day-to-day life for a step back in time with this charming waterfront home on the Niantic River!

Built in the 1860s - this 4Br Cottage is loaded with 'Old World Charm'! Situated on the banks of the Niantic River, you can sit back, relax, and watch the boats go by OR you can also swim, kayak, or fish right from the backyard!

We are a 15 minute drive to Ocean Beach Park, Harkness Park, the Niantic Boardwalk, or Rocky Neck State Park! Also a short 15 minute drive to the USCGA & Mitchell College.

Property manager

Amy Davis

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total

One pet considered with specifics.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waterford

Located in Waterford, this cottage is on the waterfront. New London Ferry Dock and Ocean Beach Park 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 kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Waterford, CT

What's nearby

Waterford Speedbowl - 7 min drive
Hole-in-the-Wall Beach - 11 min drive
New London Ferry Dock - 11 min drive
Rocky Neck State Park - 13 min drive
Ocean Beach Park - 19 min drive

Getting around

New London Union Station - 15 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
‪The Shack - ‬5 min drive
‪Smokey O'Gradys BBQ & Pub - ‬5 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront! Charming 4BR Cottage on the Niantic River! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Waterfront! Charming 4BR Cottage on the Niantic River! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront! Charming 4BR Cottage on the Niantic River! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront! Charming 4BR Cottage on the Niantic River! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Flanders Plaza Shopping Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Amtrak Beach and Waterford Speedbowl. Tumbleweeds and Hole-in-the-Wall Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

6 Aug 2024

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

Lovely old home on the Niantic

We enjoyed this lovely old home and had a lot of fun kayaking and seeing the sights in the area. Amy was a wonderful host.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark M.

2 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

A week in Waterford at a RUSTIC cabin

This is a very rustic cabin as stated in the description. I was slightly worried about all the extension cords and the lack of outlets. My mom is on oxygen and we had a hard time finding outlets to plug her oxygen machine in. The bathroom downstairs is very small and I would have appreciated a better picture of the tub. My 75-year-old mother stayed with us and could not get into the shower due to the high tub and did not shower the whole vacation. She also was not able to get up the stairs without help. They are very steep and not good for elderly individuals or small children. The place was clean and the owners were great to work with. We enjoyed our time in Waterford. Everything was close and lots of things for my grandchildren to do. If you are looking for a very rustic experience, close to the water, this is a great place to stay. The owners were great and very responsive to my questions. Had I known about the tub and seen how steep the steps were, we would have probably stayed somewhere else. I did recommend to the owners that they should probably share better pictures of the tub and explain how steep the stairs are in the description. We had very good communication throughout the stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

19 July 2024

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

A magical trip to the past

If you have fond memories of catching fireflies, watching boats go by, staying at a safe, quiet place, this is for you. This house had such an interesting, quirky vibe-you could just tell that it had made lots and lots of wonderful memories. The host was amazing and accommodating, and the best thing about this, I think, was that it was nicely stocked with necessities and towels, bedding,etc. It was a little too difficult to get down to the river for the older members of our group but we enjoyed the fire pit and the view. Definitely not a cookie cutter place-this house had charm and character, and made for a memorable stay. We thoroughly enjoyed the location, .and the furnishings were beautiful. Seriously like stepping into the past. Very cool.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

6 July 2024

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

Lovely

We had a wonderful stay in Waterford. Coming from Florida, upon entering, we knew that we were in for a New England treat,

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

22 June 2024

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

Amazing time warp

An incredible gem: the family house on the shore you never had. Its trees, and the view onto the unbuilt side of the Niantic, makes you feels worlds away. Best outdoor shower east of the Big Island. Not just a "base" from which to do other things, it's a vacation in itself. Excellent, easy kayaking. Cool walk-in pantry, and lots of other throwback details in this 19th-century house. The photos will tell you if this is for you or not: it's not an investor property with all the latest upgrades. Note that the oven has been changed and it's now a more recent model from what was in the photos. Tall people may be oppressed by the low (7-ft?) ceilings. Note steep (though short) staircase to get to the bedrooms--might be an issue for the very young or the very old.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Robert R.

4 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Old Family Home on the River

Enjoyed the uniqueness of the house and location. Note: House and grounds are very nice but not easy to get around if you are elderly and have problems walking.We were in our late sixties/early seventies, not easy getting up to second floor. Low ceilings and doors difficult for 6 ft people. We love the antiques, pantry and great supplies.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

28 Aug 2023

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

Adorable old house

The tree outfront needs to be trimmed desperately. Turning out of the house was quite dangerous. The house was cute and old. It was a 15-20 minute drive to all nearby attractions.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

27 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful

My family and I had a fabulous time at this beautiful, charming, well-cared for home. Communication with the owner was excellent. We used the fire pit nightly, thanks to the generous stock pile of kindling and firewood. We made use of the kayaks and paddle board, and enjoyed trips back and forth across the river. We brought two bicycles, and the neighborhood was lovely to ride through, with very little traffic. Two of my adult children had to work from home during our stay, and the Wi-Fi worked very well. The eight of us slept very comfortably at night, and we would highly recommend this lovey home.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

18 Aug 2023

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

River property

Our family and dogs had a great time especially on sunny days. We brougt our own kayaks. There are quite a few steps to water, we also used the paddle board on property. We also fished. Great time. The property is rustic and charming.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Maureen K.

31 July 2023

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

Family Vacation

Amy and the property manager were very prompt in responding to any concerns. The house has a large yard with plenty of room for lawn games. It is set back from the road with lots of greenery making you feel like you are in the country, as well as giving you privacy. Yet there were plenty of stores nearby for any needs that arose. Porch was great for morning coffee while enjoying the river view. We did not use the fire pit, but it was spacious and nicely positioned overlooking the river. Having access to the river and use of the kayaks was great although there were more steps than expected to reach the waterfront. Looking at the posted picture I thought the water would have been closer. There were also many places to see within a short drive, Mystic Aquarium, Niantic boardwalk, etc. New London is close by and has a ferry to Block Island if you want to take a day trip. My family is tall and found the beds to be short and uncomfortable. Due to the footboard they had to sleep diagonally. The cottage is old and has quirks but, overall is a nice get away from the daily routine.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

29 July 2023

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

Lovely time

The porch was essential and the house was a beautiful with so much character. The paddleboard and kayaks were great fun. The only downside is that the neighbors' docks (on both sides) prohibits having a dock and limits the size of the waterfront. The views from the porch and the adirondack chairs are spectacular. We saw so much wildlife, from horseshoe crabs to tiny bioluminescent comb jellyfish (which do not sting) to osprey to bunker fish. The house and the river were truly beautiful! The property managers were great too! They reached out a few times, making sure that we enjoyed our stay. We would highly definitely recommend!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

20 July 2023

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

River stay

The house was so charming, the location was fantastic! The whole family was out on the river throughout the day. Location was 15-30min to many places we wanted to go, very convenient. Very delightful! Amy was always available and helpful, communication was great.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah A.

13 July 2023

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

Quirky

First walkthrough we were all a bit skeptical, however by night fall we were in love. As others have mentioned the ceilings are low and some doorways the guys had to duck down ~ we joke they left their DNA behind. It's a very unique set up and you can tell it has been in the family a long time. Definitely a place you never want to sell to outsiders. It certainly has history and many stories to tell Extremely clean! One of the best parts everyone agreed upon is that it reminded us of the camp our family used to own, nothing like a screen door closing behind you. Don't let the small amount of rocks/shells or floating greenery along the river fool you; walk out 10' or so and it's very sandy. Wish we had known this before we set out across the river to the small beach. Water shoes recommended, though we had no issues Only down fall were the beds; the guys in the family were a bit snug in the full/double beds, which is fully disclosed in the description. Absolutely would return if the beds were queen sized Highly recommend The Dock Reasturant ~ very simple with great fresh seafood

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

23 May 2023

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

Great Stay

The house is exactly as advertised: unique and spacious. We found everything we needed ready to hand, and Amy’s friendly communication was top-notch. Great convenient location for visiting the Coast Guard Academy. As long as you’re OK with stairs and the quirks of an older house, highly recommended.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina V.

24 Oct 2022

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

Awesome waterfront property

We really enjoyed the firepit by the river. Communication with the owner was great!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Mark M.

16 Aug 2022

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

Oldie but goody

Quiet neighborhood in historic home. Beautiful view of Niantic river. Great fire pit and kayaks. Fans and A/C kept us comfortable. Beach took cash only ($35) but close to lots of things. Simple throw back to a time gone by

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Estee J.

13 Aug 2022

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

Fun stay!

Great location right on the river. The bedrooms are all upstairs and the shower is downstairs, but there's a toilet upstairs, so no late night attempts at scaling the stairs were necessary. The kitchen is fully equipped and we really enjoyed using the outside space to grill and play. We kayaked and took advantage of the beautiful weather while we could. The house is quirky and the history of it is really pretty amazing. It does get a little warm upstairs when it's really hot outside, but the basin room has AC and there's a mini split in the hallways. Use the fans to move the cooler air around.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C., Simsbury, CT

9 Aug 2022

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

Such a Special Place

My family and I loved the home, it's spacious and welcoming. The view was fantastic & the surrounding area is full of things to do. The firepit at night was our favorite thing to do while reflecting on the day & making plans for the next day. Never got to the kayaks out, but next year for sure!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S., Barkhamsted, CT

14 June 2022

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

Caring communicator

Amy was quick to respond to any inquiries, and was clearly invested in helping us enjoy the property! Firepit was our favorite spot!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie V.

24 May 2022

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

Charming River House

The house had everything we needed, plus a river to explore and a chorus of birdsong in the morning :) Communication with the host was fantastic! Thank you Amy!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

3 Nov 2021

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

A gem for the right demographic

This is my first time renting a cottage/house. The house is described accurately in its listing. It has the quirks to be expected in an older house, but if you are okay with all the bedrooms on the second floor (ceilings are low and stairs are a bit narrow), you will fall in love with the charm. Thank you Amy!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fred F.

25 Oct 2021

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

Historic waterfront house

My family and I had a very enjoyable stay at Amy's house. We live locally and stayed there because some work was being done at our house. The setting is great -- as a local I can vouch that it's very centrally located to many amenities/attractions/restaurants, and the house occupies a beautiful riverfront. It's an older house, but is charming and a lot of care has been taken to anticipate guests' needs. Communication with the host was prompt, friendly and professional at all times. Highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erik J., Coopersburg

24 Aug 2021

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

Great relaxing place

We loved this house. It has so much character and was perfect for my wife, our two kids & I. I grew up in this town and was so exited to come back and spend time on the beautiful Niantic River. We swam and kayaked every day. The kids couldn't get enough of jumping off of the rocks accross the river. We loved it so much we booked it for two weeks next summer while we were there. Thanks Amy,

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thanh H., New Haven, CT (USA)

26 July 2021

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

Memorable Stay in Rustic Home

My family (my husband and I, set of grandparents, two kids 5, 4) created such wonderful memories at Amy's house. Communication with Amy was immediate, friendly, and professional. Check-in/out process was a breeze. The house itself is very old and historic, but provided all the comforts needed to enjoy a summer vacation for an active outdoor-loving family. Air-conditioning units kept things comfortable on hot days, but the breeze coming in from the LI Sound was enough to warrant sweaters in the morning! We spent 90% of the time outdoors and really appreciated use of the 2 kayaks, water toys, and life jackets. Kayaked right across the water to a small isolated beach, and also kayaked half a mile to another isolated beach. Location can't be beat - close to Niantic and Mystic. Really enjoyed visiting Harkness Memorial Public Park...gorgeous beach (no swimming allowed though). Spent one night making s'mores by the fire pit, and had countless cones at Cowlicks Ice Cream 5 minutes away. Cooked and ate most meals outside on the picnic table (kitchen is equipped with everything! and grill was very handy). Kids watched some Netflix when they needed some downtime, as adults did laundry in the cellar. Overall, Amy's house provided us the opportunity to have a special and comfortable vacation. Would not hesitate to book again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T., Walton Hills

20 July 2021

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

Four family members coming back to our childhood roots!!!

This house was very comfortable we had four family members coming from Florida South Carolina and Ohio. Unfortunately the weather was not on our side but we managed to have a great time. My brother is a great cook and the kitchen was very well stocked with everything that he needed!!!! Amy the owner answered all my emails very quickly!!!! Great house for a large party. We would definitely stay there again. We all grew up in Mystic Connecticut and being there in Waterford just felt like being at home. Thank you again Amy for a great time😄

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Amy Davis

This summer cottage is near and dear to us. We four sisters are fourth generation owners! The property was originally purchased in 1910 by our father's great-aunts. The picture is at The Dock in Niantic, one of our favorite places to enjoy seafood.
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