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Life is Better at the Beach!

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Life is Better at the Beach!

Welcome to our beach house with your very own backyard beach bar! This home has 1400 sq feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and1.5 baths. This house is 6 back from the water. There are water views in both the bedroom & enclosed 3 season front porch. Just a one-minute timed walk to the private beach and access to 5 beach heads for fishing. A, beach cart and 6 beach chairs for your use are included in your stay to make a trip to the beach an enjoyable one. Bring your favorite cocktails to enjoy the beautiful sunset!
After the sun goes down head back to the beach house to enjoy an evening around the fire pit.

Just down the road is a beautiful park for the little ones to enjoy the huge playscape and swings. Play some basketball on the court, play some pickle ball on 1 of the 4 pickle ball courts, or hit some balls at baseball field.

This beach home is conveniently located to grocery stores, Westfield shopping mall, great restaurants, and golfing all just 10 minutes away.

Fully appointed kitchen:
-Pots, pans, dishes, utensils, salt and pepper
-Dishwasher, oven/stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, microwave, and toaster.

Living room has ample seating with a couch that can be converted to additional sleeping space and a smart T.V for you to connect with all your entertainment accounts.

Dining area with a table and seating for 6.

1/2 bath main level

Full bath second level

Guest room 1- Queen bed, work desk, and a large closet
Guest room 2- full size bed and a large closet
Guest room 3- 2 twin size beds and a large closet

Backyard
deck with table for outside dining
Gas Grill with propane provided
firepit wood not provided
beach bar BYOB



Any questions please feel free to ask!

Property manager

audrey vicino

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

About the area

Map
Milford, CT

What's nearby

  • Bayview Beach - 17 min walk
  • Milford Green - 6 min drive
  • Westfield Connecticut Post Mall - 7 min drive
  • Silver Sands State Park - 8 min drive
  • Walnut Beach - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • New Haven State Street Station - 19 min drive
  • Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Food Court - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Rockets - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life is Better at the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Life is Better at the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life is Better at the Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Life is Better at the Beach! located?

Located in the heart of Milford, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Pond Point Beach and Melba Shopping Plaza Shopping Center. Bayview Beach and Gulf Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Life is Better at the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The pictures were accurate
When I walked in I immediately noticed how spotless the place was. Every room looked exactly like the pictures that were listed. They had all of the essentials. We didn't need anything except food. The host and the people in the neighborhood were friendly. It was a comfortable and fun stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
NY loves Milford!
Amazing property! Spacious, clean and a great location. Was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Stay in Cute Milford Home
Five of us and our senior dog stayed at the home for three nights. We loved hanging in the fenced in backyard and walking by the water. Neighborhood was friendly and reasonably quiet. The home had most of what we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

martin b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Great house plenty of room. Location was great. very short walk to the beach, less the one minute.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odete W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
This property was well equipped, and close to many venues and restaurants . Communication with the owner was seamless.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaoui Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach retreat!
Nice weekend with friends and young kids. The place is family friendly, clean and has a great atmosphere. Audrey and her husband were very communicative and welcoming! We loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
The best family weekend!
We absolutely loved staying here. My husband and I brought our 10-year-old for a little family getaway. The house was exactly as described- really lovely. Having a fully stocked kitchen and deck to sit out on in the evenings made it so easy. Our favorite part was cruising around the neighborhood in the golf cart, and taking it to the beach and basketball court. The owners were lovely and super responsive. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Brittney H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Vacation
Audrey and Steve were lovely hosts. They were quick to communicate when we had questions. The house itself was neat and tidy, with nice sized bedrooms, common area, and yard for the dog. We traveled with our little ones which the house wasn’t really equipped for. The space is better for kids 7+ who can use regular dishes, glasses, etc. The only sticky spot was the private beach. There really wasn’t much sand and even though we had water shoes, the size of the rocks was too tough for our kids to navigate. We ended up at Walnut Beach multiple days which was much sandier and easier for the kids. Overall, we’d recommend this home for adults or families with older children.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M., Columbus

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun weekend at Point Beach!
The property is very clean and has what you need to relax and go to the beach. The golf cart was fun and the back deck was cozy with friends and family! Close to adorable Milford green with shops and restaurants! Just what we needed for our weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay In Milford
We enjoyed our 3 nights in Milford. The home was very clean and in a great location. We enjoyed walking around the neighborhood. The hosts were accommodating and friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beach Town Home
My family had a wonderful time. The home was absolutely beautiful. Audrey and Steve were very accommodating and answered all of our questions. Highly recommended. We definitely would will stay here again! 5 stars. Everything was absolutely perfect in every way!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

cece b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay Family Friendly!
We had another great stay. As always clean. We hat a lot of fun using the back yard bar and the golf cart. We already booked again for August!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this Location!!!
This property has everything you need. It was nice not to have to worry about beach chairs or towels.. The kitchen has everything you need. The beds are very comfortable. and more important its was very clean! oh and the golf cart they provided was fun. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

wendy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay !!
Excellent location. the house is well appointed and very clean. we plan on booking again for the end of the summer. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Hidden Getaway
I cannot over emphasize how awesome this place was! The house was clean and had plenty of room. The beach is literally a few blocks away and there’s water access probably a few hundred feet away. It was awesome that it was dog friendly because we were able to let the dogs swim. The backyard was also awesome for sitting out for meals, playing games, and sitting around the fire. The neighborhood was nice and friendly, even made friends with the neighbors. We also had fun zipping around the neighborhood on the golf cart. Audrey was very responsive and helpful. Couldn’t say enough great things!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House from Great Hosts
The perfect spot for a great beach vacation! The house was absolutely immaculate and very well and comfortably furnished. It was a very quick walk to the beach and there’s a golf cart to help ease the trip there when you bring all the necessary gear with you. The hosts were very communicative and kind, and even left us a nice welcoming present. We love the property and hope to stay again there next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This place was beyond our expectations! It's a beautiful house in a wonderful location. The neighbors were great and the house was spotless. We hope to return next year. Thank you, Audrey, for your attention to detail, the lovely welcome gifts, and willingness to allow our pups to vacation with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maisie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Perfect Perfect
It’s impossible to summarize how pleased and grateful we are for everything about this rental. We were looking for a small intimate place to get married. This home is perfect. The location/home was only 100 yards from our beautiful ceremony site. We brought in catering from Stonebridge restaurant who had 2 staff members set up our food while we were at the ceremony. And we had supplies from Taylor Rental. It was stunning and just perfect. We arrived on Thursday with our adult children and stayed until Sunday. A few family members came in on Friday only for the wedding. Saturday was such a wonderful day to relax with our kids. There are so many water spots and areas within walking distance to enjoy. From the first email, Audrey was unbelievably accommodating. From helping us secure the ceremony site, to offering up some supplies, leaving us a lovely note, wine and cheesecake to checking on us while there and so many other things. It was truly just perfect. I can’t recommend them highly enough. I believe she will post pics of our set up once I get and send to her. But yes, this is def the spot ! And I didn’t even mention how lovely the home alone is. Just gorgeous. We will forever be grateful to Audrey and her husband and the entire association there who were wonderful as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

c s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
The hosts are a very nice couple. The house was beautifully decorated and super clean. Everything you could possibly need and more. We entered the property to find a cheesecake and bottle of wine from the hosts. Both yummy, thank you. Great neighborhood with a very short walk to the beach. Bonus golf cart for some added fun. Especially loved the outside backyard beach bar and BBQ grill. Beautiful area, great house, kind hosts equals another booking. Can’t wait to return. Thanks for a wonderful family get together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family stay
The hosts were amazing! Immediate response and just great people. The entire neighborhood was friendly and inviting. Quick walk to the beach, cute park close by. The kids had a blast. The house was extremely clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed including an adorable bar set up in the back yard. 5 stars all around and can't wait to stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful clean home
We had a wonderful stay in Milford! Location was great and the golf cart made the short walk to the beach that much better! House was extremely clean. Owners were very gracious and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly lovely cottage
Our time at Point Beach in Milford was highlighted by this cozy cottage. The front porch was the perfect spot for morning coffee, and the rest of the house, with it’s fresh updates and warm, “beachy” feel, was ideal for our crew, which included two pups. The neighborhood was such fun to explore in the provided golf cart, and the residents were friendly and welcoming. The property host, Audrey, was attentive and wonderfully kind and generous. We hope to visit again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine D., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house!
This house is a gem - beautifully decorated and perfectly situated just a block from the beach. We made the trip from NC to Milford for our nephew’s high school graduation and the house was just so perfect. Audrey and Steve were gracious hosts leaving us a bottle of wine and cheesecake to welcome us to their home! Audrey was very responsive with any questions I had. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Home!
Our family and dog really enjoyed staying at this home. The house is accurately described in the listing. We particularly liked the recent renovations, the kitchen had everything we needed, the beds were comfortable, and we enjoyed most of our time on the front porch, back deck/ backyard. Check-in and out were very easy. Steve and Audrey were easy to reach and quick to respond to any questions or issues along the way. Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay For Grad Day!
Audrey’s place was a great stay for my daughter’s graduation. It was just 20 min from the University in New Haven & a neat haven to come back to after campus events over the weekend. It was clean, cozy & had everything we needed. One great plus is that it was by the beach where we caught sunsets…. Cool ice machine etc etc. !! Audrey and her husband Steve were super hospitable ( w/a surprise touch ) , communicative and personable! Totally loved driving the golf cart down the street to the beach!! To be honest, the Vrbo Website had a few hiccups (technological??!!) that frustrated our initial connection with the property owner . However, once I connected to the Vicino’s it was nothing but “smooth sailing” from there !! Easiest check in ever. I would totally recommend and absolutely go again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022