Gracious Riverfront Home where the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound Meet

Old Lyme, Connecticut
$940 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay


Discover the ultimate nature retreat at this inviting riverfront home, situated ideally in the heart of the Great Island Estuary at the mouth of the Connecticut River - one of the world's most beautiful and ecologically significant destinations.

Surrounded by three acres of meadows and lawns, this unique setting is a haven for birdwatchers, kayakers, fishing enthusiasts, and anyone seeking tranquility in unspoiled landscapes. Watch ospreys soar, herons wade, and the tides gently shiftright from your doorstep.

Step onto your private deck and take in panoramic views of tidal marshes, two light houses, winding creeks, and the sparkling Connecticut River as it meets Long Island Sound.

Enjoy this all from a gracious, riverfront, air-conditioned home with bright, airy living spaces and large windows that frame stunning water views. The main house has two bedrooms that comfortably accommodate up to four guests, each with a fully renovated en-suite bathroom. An adjacent guesthouse with two bedrooms is available on demand.

You have a choice of two newly renovated kitchens to prepare local seafood and native summer produce, or enjoy the freshly renovated main deck, perfect for sunset barbecues, morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or launching your kayak.

High-speed Wi-Fi, smart TV, and all the essentials for a relaxing getaway

Adventure Awaits

Paddle through serene marsh channels, teeming with wildlife of the Great Island Nature Refuge, one of the world's most pristine nature preserves. Fish for striped bass or bluefish right off the dock. Explore nearby nature trails or take a scenic bike ride along the shoreline.

A Rare Sanctuary

The house is situated on three acres, located on one of Old Lyme's most elegant country lanes, just minutes from the center of Old Lyme and the Florence Griswold Museum and Art Academy.

It is within easy distance of Long Island Sound beaches, Mystic, Stonington, Yale, the US Coast Guard Academy, Connecticut College, Wesleyan, Chester, and ferries to Block Island and Long Island.

Amtrak and Shoreline East trains from New York and Boston stop at Old Saybrook, a ten-minute drive, and Hartford airport is forty minutes by car.

Book your stay now and experience the serene beauty and wild charm of the Connecticut River’s most treasured estuary.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 4002 Sq Ft (372 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Bidet Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Desk Desk Chair Printer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    French Japanese
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Boat On Site Golfing On Site Kayak On Site Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • susan s.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    Quiet and beautiful location in a charming house. Country walks, watching birds, butterflies, bunnies. A short drive to the beach, farm stands, ice cream and library. The views were spectacular at any time of day!

  • Nancy U.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    Our stay in this lovely house was just wonderful! The perfect balance of a classic, old shore cottage with some nice updates and conveniences. The bedding was super comfy, the kitchen and living room were bright and airy, the view from the spacious deck was incredible, especially for sunset viewing. Morning coffee on the sunny patio, swims and kayaking off the dock, birdwatching and stargazing were just some of our daily activities. Between the main house and the darling guest house, we had plenty of space for our family of 4 and some rotating visitors. This place is truly a gem!

  • Submitted Jul 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    We had a fantastic stay. The house and property were beautiful and as advertised. We enjoyed watching sunsets over the CT river and Long Island sound. The owner and property manager were very responsive.

  • Cynthia S.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2018

    Stayed May 17, 2018

    Awesome! Where do we begin… first and foremost we can’t thank the owners and caretaker (Jeff) enough for the amazing stay and opportunity to enjoy this incredibly beautiful, charming property, filled with tender loving care and warm, family atmosphere just like home. This well appointed, clean, spacious and conveniently located Old Lyme, CT home was perfect for celebrating our daughter’s graduation from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT and attending the many Academy graduation events (not more than 20-25 minute drive). The breathtaking views of the Connecticut River, Great Island Wildlife Area and sunsets were absolutely magnificent. The home and front yard overlooking the water was ideal for family celebrations, outdoor activities, and bon fires at the available fire pit, cookouts, and quiet strolls along the riverfront. This home was perfectly designed and built to create wonderful, lifelong family memories and its’ numerous pleasant and comfy accents will make any special occasion unforgettable. The home itself has a large, bright kitchen with plenty of counter space and it’s open, spacious floor plan with large dining room and table, outdoor patios and expansive, walk-out deck (equipped with awnings and patio furniture) are perfect for both outdoor and indoor entertaining. Even during inclement weather, we had plenty of space in the living room to set up extra tables allowing us to continue enjoying the awesome riverfront view and wildlife bird preserve full of amazing creatures, especially the resident Ospreys and Swans nesting nearby. Moreover, the detached, nearby guest house provided plenty of extra sleeping capacity and was perfect for younger family members to just hang out and chill. We highly recommend this property, especially to those who are seeking good old fashion family fun and relaxation, and most importantly lifelong, special memories. Thank you!

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$940+
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