[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Dream Location for Your Perfect Vacation Beachfront cottage for sun and fun ![3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89220000/89215900/89215896/63e95051.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89220000/89215900/89215896/a0d2c2bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89220000/89215900/89215896/c5971390.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89220000/89215900/89215896/37331259.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89220000/89215900/89215896/3564614b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Dream Location for Your Perfect Vacation provides amenities like a firepit and a playground. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this cottage is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6947 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Ocean view ## 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. ### The Dream Location for Your Perfect Vacation Location, location, location! Nestled at the very tip of Indian Neck and entrance of the Branford River. This newly renovated, 1000 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, direct water front cottage(duplex) is centrally located for whatever your needs. This is truly New Englands coastal living at its finest. This location will not disappoint. Approximate Distance - New Haven Apizza - Pepe’s, Sally’s, Modern(10 miles), Mohegan Sun(45miles), Foxwoods(50 miles), Yale(10), NYC(70), Hospice (5), Anthonys Ocean View (7), Amarante’ Sea Cliff (7), Owenego Inn (1) The space Quiet, cozy, cute, direct waterfront duplex provides it all. Originally, built in 1887, with recent updates, we were able to keep the original cottage feel while adding tasteful, intentional, updates. The property provides a perfect amount of space and privacy to share with friends or family. There are two bedrooms upstairs, both with queen sized beds, a half bath, the master overlooking the sound and 2nd bedroom with island/water views. The main area downstairs comes with a bedroom that has a convertible queen daybed and direct water views. The living room couch pulls out to a full size with the main bathroom for both. So, two families of four, can comfortably occupy a level with privacy. Whether it’s a family vacation, anniversary, wedding / engagement photos, romantic weekend, graduate studies, travel nursing, Hospice, fishing, swimming, boating, beach trip with the girls, golf trip with the guys, creative / photography inspiration or just some much needed solitude, this home will not disappoint. New Haven Apizza - Pepe’s, Sally’s, Modern(10 miles), Mohegan Sun(45miles), Foxwoods(50 miles), Yale(10), NYC(70), Hospice (5), Anthonys Ocean View (7), Amarante’ Sea Cliff (7), Owenego Inn (1) Guest access You’ll have full access to your unit, the front and back yard and beach with you’re own private parking Other things to note No group parties allowed Must be 25 or older ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycle parking - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 947 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19180000/19176900/19176844/73c68d22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Exclusive Weekend Fall Sale here Waterfront Beach Home🏖️Hot Tub+Stunning Views Branford - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 68 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=19176844&PinnedHotelID=19176844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53870000/53863800/53863785/fb70cebe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Studio, Private Beach, Kayak, Paddle board, Pool, Hot tub Branford - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 145 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=53863785&PinnedHotelID=53863785&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33507900/33507839/142f4b2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Cottage in Branford branford - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 97 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=33507839&PinnedHotelID=33507839&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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Do not remove sheets 2. Split units off (if used) 3. Key fob returned 4. Trash/ recycle in outside bins 5. Used towels in hamper 6\. Dishwasher loaded/run 7. Close all windows 9. Lights off 10. Confirm door closest to the Ocean is locked Thank you 🙏🏼, I hope you have a wonderful stay ❤️. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules By accepting reservation, it is agreed, that all guests assume risks of incidents, injuries or illness from use of premises. Code Enforced Neighborhood noise ordinance from 10pm-8am Keep property and furnishings in good working order ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Long-term renters welcome 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, a first aid kit, 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=41.252857,-72.821175&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mayzFh%7Bm%7BL%3FS%3FS%3FU%40U%3FQ%40U%40U%40S%40SBS%40U%40SBSBUBQBSBSDSBSDSDSBSDQDSFQDSFQFQDSFQFQFOFQHQFQHOFQHOHOHOHOHMJQHMJMHOJMJMHKLMHMLMJKJKJKLKJKLKLILKLGJKLGLILGNILGLGLGNELGLENELENENCLENELANENANCLANANANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40N%40NBN%40LDN%40LDNDNBLDNDLDNDLFLDNFLFLFLHNFJHLFLJLFLJJHLJLJJJLJJJJJJLJLJLJJJLJLHNJLHNHNHLJNHNHPFLHPFPHNFPFPHNFPFPDRFPDPFRDPDRDPDRDRBRDRBRDR%40RBPBTBRBR%40T%40RBR%40R%3FT%40T%40P%3FT%40T%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FRAT%3FRARAT%3FTARCRARATCRCRCRCRARERCRERCREREREPEREPGREPGPEPGPGRINGPGPINGPIPGLIPINKNILINILKNINKLKJKLKLKLKLKJKJMJKJMJMJKHMHMHMHMHKHOFMHMDMHOFMDMFODMDODMDOBODMDO%40MBOBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAOAOAOAMCOAOCOCMAOEMEOCOEMEOEMEMGOEMGMIMEOIMGMIMIKIMIMIMIMKKKMKKKKKKKMMIMMMIMKKKMIOKOIKKQIMIOIOIOIOGQIOGQIQGQGOGSGQEQGQGQESGQESEQCSESESCSESCSCSCSCSCSASAUCSASASAUAU%3FSAS%3FU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dG_aKDAHN45oX1wNJMDWu9bdubQ=) Branford, CT #### What's nearby - Stony Creek Brewery - 7 min drive - 4.6 km - Double Beach - 7 min drive - 3.5 km - Shoreline Trolley Museum - 11 min drive - 7.4 km - East Haven Town Beach - 13 min drive - 8.8 km - Yale University - 16 min drive - 14.1 km #### Getting around - Branford Station - 11 min drive - New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Branhaven Plaza - ‬9 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min drive - ‪Branford Townhouse Restaurant - ‬9 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Dream Location for Your Perfect Vacation pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Dream Location for Your Perfect Vacation ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Dream Location for Your Perfect Vacation ? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Dream Location for Your Perfect Vacation located? > This Branford cottage is on the beach, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Stony Creek Brewery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Double Beach and Branford Supply Pond. Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Branford Hills Plaza Shopping Center are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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