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Spacious Oceanfront Getaway with Spectacular Views
Perfect vacation getaway! Awaken to the sun rising over Long Island Sound! Panoramic waterfront views from 70 ft of windows spanning NY to RI. Quiet, private, updated home, NOT a cottage: >2200 sq ft, single level 3B/3B, + bonus lower-level walk-out/office. Master bed double shower/jacuzzi overlooking the water! Multiple oceanfront decks. 100 ft granite shoreline, short stroll to nearby sand beaches. Swim, fish, read a book, or watch the sailboats go by! (Not suitable for children/pets/events.)

Luxury cottage by the sea with hot tub and pool
We built this guest cottage to provide an ultimate luxury experience for people wanting to escape from hectic life!With incredible coastal views, this home is a haven of tranquility. It sits on a special stretch of the Connecticut coast, with spectacular bird and wild life-watching year-round. Enjoy great shopping in Guilford's boutiques around the historic town green. Watch the sun set over the water and relax in the hottub for some night time star gazing year round (pool open June-beg/mid Oct)

Charm + location. Walk to beach, town, & harbor.
We are sharing our "happy place". Cozy, family-friendly cottage has everything you need to enjoy a lovely vacation in a quintessential New England town. Ideally located between Guilford's famous green, gorgeous harbor and town beach, easily walk everywhere. High-season/weekend rate reflected in general view--check for actual. Recommended for groups of up to 4 (5 if with kids). Second bedroom (king) is open to living area-we provide a folding screen for door area and curtain for “passthrough”.

Gorgeous 3BR | Private Beach Access | Weekly Stays
Enjoy our newly remodeled 3 bedroom home with water views and a 250 foot walk to Limewood Beach with private beach access. Our home is a 5 minute walk to 5 restaurants and bars, and a 5 minute Uber ride to the train station. Enjoy swimming and boating in the warmer months, or take a stroll along the beach and collect shells and sea glass all year round. No matter which time of year you visit, you will appreciate the tranquility of the ocean and will feel completely relaxed during your stay.

Cheerful 3 Bedroom Cottage with Fire Place
We are happy to still offer some dates for September. Come enjoy the solitude of the beach as the tide ebbs & flows. Reconnect with loved ones in this family-friendly place. Enjoy strolls on the beach located just out the back door or a sunset meal on the back porch. This wonderful cottage offers everything you will need during your stay. Including, comfortable beds, beach strolls and a bright upgraded kitchen with many amenities. The 3 bedrooms will fit up to 8 people comfortably.

Picturesque Waterfront Villa
Spectacular location! Bring your whole family to a dream spot right on the water! Enjoy the best view from the open kitchen + living room. Don’t forget about the deck. Stocked kitchen with everything you could need. Entertain yourself with large flat screen TVs and Roku streaming devices. The king bedroom faces the water with an extra wide window. A yard for the kiddos. Take the steps down to the bay. We have beach towels for you. Plenty of parking. Serious wifi. You may not want to leave.

The Lighthouse: Beach Cottage Getaway by the Sea!
Relax at this unique and tranquil getaway. Long Island Sound to the left, hiking trails to the right. Come kick your feet up at this quiet dead-end road. Enjoy all the modern amenities in this gem of a cottage community. Restaurants and nightlife are just a quick stroll away. Avoid roadside hotels and take a vacation for a night, week, or longer! Check in anytime and at your convenience!No keys to lose or to return! This property provides secure, keyless entry with an August Smart Lock!

Steps to Beach • Hot Tub • Game Room • Water Views
Beautiful coastal beach house directly across from a private beach and tennis club with complimentary guest access. Backing up to a serene marsh with stunning views, this home offers a peaceful, upscale setting perfect for families and groups. Relax in the hot tub with outdoor TV, fire pit, and kayaks. Inside features 4 bedrooms, a workspace, and a new game room with a 100” TV, pool table, shuffleboard, and darts. Minutes from Branford’s town center, dining, and waterfront attractions.

Purple Button Factory Sleeps 8, Walk to Town Green
Close to CT shoreline. 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 2,200 sq ft home on dead-end street, across from Meadow River, tidal marsh. Great bird-watching! Mid-week specials. Walk to Guilford Town Green, restaurants, shopping. Fully-equipped kitchen. Wood-burning fireplace. Clean, airy, peaceful space. Eclectic art & beach-comber decor. Large back yard with fire pit. Deck for functions, family gatherings, relaxing. Historic property was once a button factory! Original chestnut, wide-board floors.

Cozy 2 Story Cottage in Short Beach Community
A cozy home in a beach community that has a central location with easy access to outdoor activities & local restaurants. The home is also 5 minutes from the Branford Train Station, Stony Creek Brewery, & Branford's town center. We are also a 10 minute drive from New Haven, home to Yale University, Yale Hospital and other colleges/universities. Our guests also gain access to Johnsons' Beach, a private residents only beach, located just around the corner from the home (3 minute walk)

Waterfront Cottage With Unforgettable Views
Enjoy Sea Breeze Cottage from sunrise to sunset. Spectacular views from two decks. This cottage has a well-appointed kitchen, dock, patio, flat-screen TV, internet, and 2 bedrooms. Here you'll enjoy bird watching, fall leaf-peeping, swimming, and fishing, and we are dog friendly! Minutes from the Guilford train station, local restaurants, shopping, and the historic town green. Sea Breeze is only 20 minutes from New Haven and the Yale campus. We have it all, even the beach towels!

Charming home, easy access to everything Branford
Full home, comfortable and very well equipped. Private fenced in backyard with patio dining area. Off-street (driveway) parking. Short Walk to the Shoreline Greenway trail. Less than a mile to downtown, parks, beaches, restaurants, marina, Stoney Creek Brewery. Near event venues, The Owenego and Pine Orchard club. Close to New Haven. Family(kid) Friendly home with private fenced in backyard with patio dining area. Equipped with Pack N Play, highchair, booster seat, etc
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