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Summer Cottage with Water Views at Great Hammock Beach in Old Saybrook

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
TV, DVD player
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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedroomsSleeps 893 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Water view

Explore the area

Map
Old Saybrook, CT
  • Harvey's Beach
    5 min walk
  • Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center
    3 min drive
  • General William Hart House
    4 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    35 min drive

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About the area

Old Saybrook

Located in Old Saybrook, this cottage is by the sea, a 5-minute walk from Harvey's Beach and within a 5-minute drive of Saybrook Country Barn. .This cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from General William Hart House and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center.
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What's nearby

  • Harvey's Beach - 5 min walk
  • Saybrook Country Barn - 3 min drive
  • Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center - 3 min drive
  • Chalker Beach - 5 min drive
  • Essex Steam Train - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 8 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪James Farmacy Organic Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pasta Vita - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Summer Cottage with Water Views at Great Hammock Beach in Old Saybrook

Our Great Hammock Beach cottage is a seasonal rental with 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Recently installed central air conditioning and heat. Well maintained with a deck overlooking a salt marsh and river. Only 10 cottages from the beautiful private beach. Private boat launch available just 3 cottages away. Wonderful family friendly community of 70 cottages offers a quiet, uncongested and relaxing vacation. One bedroom has a queen bed, 2 bedrooms have double beds and 1 has twin beds. Kitchen is fully equipped with stove, refrigerator and microwave. Cable TV and WiFi are provided. We ask our guests to bring linens and towels as the price of our four bedroom rental is priced accordingly. Cleaning service is provided. During the summer months of July and August, a one week stay is required, Saturday to Saturday. Old Saybrook is one of the finest summer communities in Connecticut with easy access to Mystic Seaport, Premium Outlet Malls and some of the finest restaurants. Renters must be 25 years of age or older.

Weekend Rentals: We are very happy to rent our cottage during the off season for a minimum of two nights. Please note that we do not rent for after prom parties or similar. We do live three houses away and are available to assist with any of your needs during your stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Cable programming along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free cottage features sailing nearby, water skiing nearby, and windsurfing nearby.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Scott Loveland

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Summer Cottage with Water Views at Great Hammock Beach in Old Saybrook Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful backyard view and neighborhood
Our 2nd time to stay at this cozy little cottage. We always enjoy our time spent here. And we do enjoy the homemade banana bread.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Rental in a Perfect Spot
This rental was just what my friends and I needed for a wedding nearby. Mary-Jo and Scott were very responsive and clear in the check-in instructions, and made the stay stress-free! I would recommend this rental to anyone that is looking for a reliable space in a safe neighborhood!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Charter
I and a group of friends stayed at Scott and Mary-Jo's VRBO for a fishing charter we had in Old Saybrook. We were very satisfied with our stay and the VRBO itself. They even made us homemade banana bread! Would highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Property was very clean and the outdoor deck was a great place to have a morning coffee with an excellent view. The banana bread was delicious and very thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!! No complaints...
First and foremost the inlet is awesome for the family...we spent the week playing in the giant puddles ..it was the perfect intro to the ocean! At high tide we grilled and enjoyed the backyard! Super friendly neighborhood.. multiple public beaches in walking distance..house has everything you need and nothing you don't to enjoy a quick family get away!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
comfy & cozy
The cottage was quite wonderful with a large kitchen and comfy porched living-room. Scott was very quick regarding any communication. The only thing in the description that I would add is that " you'll need to bring your own towels and bed linens". It wasn't a problem, but our airplane carry-on bags only were already packed. We made our adjustments and ended up checking a bag, no worries. Just a thought. We thoroughly enjoyed its quiet and relaxing location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay! Superb Location!
Wonderful stay! The hosts are friendly and communicative; the location is superb - so beautiful and you can smell the salt in the air; and the cottage was cozy and all that we needed. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, very clean, lots of sleeping space
Very clean, beautiful view out back, close to town and beaches, everything you need easily available. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Guys weekend
Great house and really nice owner! Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Great place to stay! The house was very clean and well stocked in the kitchen. Made it very easy to cook meals. Our family and two small children had a great time. The hosts had great communication and made sure we had everything we needed! Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We needed another house to accommodate family in town for a family reunion. It worked about perfectly! And the banana bread was delicious ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Relaxing
The quiet friendly community, the short walk to the ocean, the peaceful back yard that looked on to the marsh and tidal river, the sight of boats, the walks on the nearby sand bars, the comfortable and well stocked cottage, and the accommodating hosts are all great reasons to recommend this cottage as a great place to stay near Old Saybrook.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shay S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Weekend
Can't say enough about Scott and Mary-Jo, Wonderful, responsive and kind people. House was/is super clean, appointed exceptionally cute. Barely half a block from the water and absolutely beautiful. We will be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy getaway!
This property far exceeded our expectations. I don't think the pictures do it justice! Spotless, quiet, comfortable, and quite spacious living areas. The neighborhood was great, both private and local town beaches were just what we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mother/Daughter Bliss
We couldn't have asked for more beautiful weather or a more serene location to get away from the daily hustle and bustle. The owners gave fantastic suggestions to make the best of our stay, and were a blessing when we accidentally got locked out. The banana bread was a pleasant addition to greet us on our arrival and the neighborhood was welcoming. We absolutely loved our mothers/daughters vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell H., Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice Cottage
Property was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped for a lengthy stay but we were only there for a couple of nights and did not cook at all. TV and WiFi were provided, beds were comfortable, and the location is in a quiet cottage neighborhood just steps from a private little beach. The back yard looks out over an inlet - a very pleasant place to sit in the provided Adirondack chairs. You need to be aware that there are no bed linens in the cottage and it wasn't mentioned in the property write-up. We were made aware a few weeks before our stay and it was impractical for us to bring our own on a long plane flight. The owner will supply these for a charge, but after I fussed about not knowing this up front, they graciously waived the fee. They also provided a freshly baked loaf of banana nut bread upon our arrival. Scott stopped by to make sure everything was in order and was only a few houses away to respond to any needs. Overall, very nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good to be home
After growing up in the area and returning many years later, it was a pleasure to take in the area from such a beautiful vantage point on the marsh at Great Hammock Beach. Really appreciate Scott, the owner responding to my asking if the property had a fire pit by dropping off a large Solo stove with firewood for our enjoyment. That is truly Great Hammock hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend
The property was fine but weather was not. Was a little chilly in the house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
This house was so cute and cozy with plenty of room for our group. Communication with the property owners was great. They were very friendly and even made banana bread for us, which was delicious! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin C., Wethersfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Where do I even start? Everything about our stay was perfect! We were greeted with a lovely note and delicious banana bread baked by the owner. The cottage was so clean and a perfect size for my family. The neighborhood was quiet and full of lovely people. The beach was so close and perfect for my 9 year old daughter and nephew. Mary Jo and Scott are such wonderful people and we can’t wait to rent from them again 💙
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax and refresh
We had another relaxing stay in Old Saybrook. This was our second year renting this cottage and it did not disappoint again. The cottage is very clean, has beautiful sunsets and is yards away from the beach. We came and went with the tide as low tide is our favorite time. This year we were surprised by some delicious banana bread upon arrival which my son highly enjoyed. If you are looking for a low key and relaxing spot on the CT shore this cottage shouldn’t be over looked.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emilie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
cute cottage and great location
Booked this for a 6 day stay. Was the perfect size for me and my husband, and his nephew stayed a couple of nights as well. Location is perfect, being steps from the ocean and a short walk to Harvey's Beach. You will need to bring linens, but the property manager will let you know ahead of time. Also, the shower temperature is backwards, just move the handle until it gets hot :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
My Mother & I stayed here as we have family nearby. We both were so impressed - it was neat as a pin & super clean. Previously we've stayed at underwhelming hotels when we've come to this area & we'll never do that again! This cottage was so cozy, the neighborhood was serene and peaceful. and the neighbors we met were so friendly. We loved sitting out back and watching the osprey and the cattails swaying in wind. Our visit left us feeling very well rested! The owners were super nice - we enjoyed homemade banana bread! We loved driving to downtown for shopping and lunch at Penny Lane. Even though it felt a bit remote, we were able to get an Uber if needed which was terrific as I don't even like to have 1 drink & drive! There is a HIGH police presence in this town so we felt very safe and I would encourage you to use Uber too if having a drink. Great little cottage, would definitely stay there again. Bedrooms are roomy & although we were only 2, I could see being comfortable with full capacity. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Two Night Stay
We arrived mid day very tired and stressed from our long drive. The cottage was very clean, bright and welcoming. We were 5 adults in town for a family wedding. We found plenty of room for all of us with even a bedroom to spare. We all thought the beds were very comfy too. The wifi worked great which these days really matters. The cottage beat staying in separate hotel rooms giving us a place to relax together. The owners left a delicious home made banana bread in the 'fridge which was a nice surprise. We enjoyed it with our morning coffee. We loved the village of Old Saybrook too. There were many little boutiques and eateries to enjoy. A beautiful little beach neighborhood with a short walk to the beach. Still enjoyed even in October. I highly recommend this sweet little cottage!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend rental
This house was perfect for my friends / family and I for a wedding weekend in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021