Title: BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery! Vacation home in Branford with kitchen ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99630000/99620900/99620843/83071483.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99630000/99620900/99620843/w848h683x88y0-c6c8bfc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99630000/99620900/99620843/w505h683x260y0-dff3cc35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99630000/99620900/99620843/w932h683x46y0-282f628e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99630000/99620900/99620843/w907h683x58y0-9caf1c0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a charming 1900's carriage house just steps from the beach and marinas. This beautiful home features hardwood floors, its own backyard, and two parking spaces. Enjoy kayaking with available single or double kayaks or explore nearby ski resorts. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery! This charming early 1900’s carriage house is 250 yards from the beach, marinas, dock & a park! It has hardwood floors throughout and is about 1200 sq ft. It also has it's own backyard. The center of town which has lots of shops & restaurants is just a few minutes away... you could even walk it! The train station is 1 mile away & a Brewery is around the corner! New haven is only 10 minutes! You can't beat the location... or the house! We have a single kayak and a double kayak available for free! There are two parking spaces available in the driveway You have your own private backyard... and the entire house is yours! There are ski resorts approximately 30 minutes away!! There will be an additional $150.00 fee added for all pets. Please contact before booking with a pet for approval if pet is over 40 pounds. Thank you! House rules You'll be staying in someone's home, so please treat it with care and respect. Checking in and out Check-in: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM Checkout before 11:00 AM Self check-in with lockbox During your stay 6 guests maximum Pets allowed No parties or events No smoking Additional rules Must do your own dishes. please no sand in the house, keep it on the beach! 😀. Must clean up after your own animals 💩 Before you leave Gather used towels and sheets Throw trash away Turn things off & Wash your dishes please 😃 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina ### Things to do - Kayak - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113880000/113876900/113876858/w1023h682x1y1-d16278a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax by the River | Branford Waterfront Home Branford - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=113876858&PinnedHotelID=113876858&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395700/33395666/89bc7681.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous 4BR Beach House with Private Beach Access. 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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 Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Branford Center, a neighborhood in Branford. Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Fort Hale Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Shoreline Trolley Museum and Lighthouse Point Carousel. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Connecticut Sportsplex or Payne Whitney Gymnasium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding. [Visit our Branford travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Branford.dx6243) [View more Vacation homes in Branford](https://www.expedia.ca/Branford-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6243-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.26463%2C-72.82079&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=35IYCjsmZKQJ-FvpNDKrciX7mjY=) Branford, CT ### What's nearby - Stony Creek Brewery - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Double Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km - Shoreline Trolley Museum - 7 min drive - 5.7 km - Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District - 9 min drive - 6.7 km - Yale University - 12 min drive - 12.3 km ### Getting around - Branford Station - 16 min walk - New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 18 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Branhaven Plaza - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive - ‪Branford Townhouse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery! located? > Located in Branford Center, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Stony Creek Brewery and within 3 mi (5 km) of Double Beach and Branford Supply Pond. Shoreline Trolley Museum and Hagaman Memorial Library are also within 6 mi (10 km). Branford Station is 16 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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