[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Your Nest Near The Beach Vacation home in Niantic with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53730000/53724200/53724190/0ddc8a91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53730000/53724200/53724190/02ce6841.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53730000/53724200/53724190/d4cc6901.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53730000/53724200/53724190/c616a76b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53730000/53724200/53724190/f464319c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities at Your Nest Near The Beach. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 4840 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - 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. ### Your Nest Near The Beach Welcome to A Shore Thing, a retro modern beach cottage. This bright and cheerful escape is perfectly located for exploring the shoreline. Whether you are visiting in the summer for sun, surf and sand or in the quieter off-season, you will find the shoreline is packed with an incredible array of inviting destinations. The cottage is just 3/4 of a mile from the beautiful private sandy beach. A Shore Thing is located in the lovely Giants Neck Heights beach association. The cottage is a 3/4 mile walk to the beautiful sandy beach. Easy access beach parking is also available. Pet Policy: We welcome 1 small, low or non-shedding dog. We strictly adhere to this policy so please note the breed and size of your furry friend when booking. 830 Sq Ft | Free Wifi The cottage includes: \* Avocado Organic Mattress \* Down Alternative Comforter \* Coop non-toxic pillows \* Organic Turkish Cotton Towels \* Oeko Tex Certified 100% Cotton Bed Linens \* Gooseneck Electric Tea Kettle \* Keurig Single Cup & Drip Coffee Maker \* Local Ashlawn Farms Coffee \* Numi Organic Tea \* Puracy Natural Plant Based Hand Soap \* Puracy Natural Plant Based Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Wash \* Tivoli Bluetooth Audio/Radio \* Hulu and Hulu Live TV, Netflix \* Beach Supplies - 4 Chairs, Beach Towels, Umbrella, Cooler This charming, well stocked, cottage offers easy access to beaches and the quaint Niantic Boardwalk with lots of great restaurants, shopping, ice cream shops and more. You will enjoy close proximity to explore popular spots including Mystic, Essex Village, Old Saybrook, Museums, Wineries, Breweries, Art Galleries, Casinos and Shopping Outlets to name a few. Giants Neck Heights Private beach: 3/4 mile Niantic Village: 3 miles Essex: 12 miles Block Island Ferry: 12 miles Chester: 17 miles Mystic: 20 miles Thimble Islands: 31 miles Mohegan Sun Casino: 18 miles Westbrook Outlets: 11 miles You can enter Rocky Neck State Park from the same entryway as Giants Neck Heights private beach. Rocky Neck offers 7 miles of walking trails where you will find coastal woodlands and salt marshes. INDOOR LIVING: Bedroom: 1 Queen Bed in loft area master bedroom. Sleeping options for additional guests: Pull out sofa bed. Note: main bedroom is upstairs and bathroom is on the first floor. Living Room & Kitchen: Spacious, remodeled living room with cathedral ceiling and skylight which opens to a bright and sunny kitchen and updated bathroom with double sinks and washer/dryer combination. The kitchen is well equipped with stainless steel appliances, pots and pans, coffee maker, microwave, dishware and flatware. Downstairs has a ductless system for heating and cooling, upstairs has a window AC unit. OUTDOOR LIVING: Hang out and relax on the sunny front deck. Gather around the fire pit or gather for a drink at the Tiki Bar in the back yard. The backyard also has an outdoor shower, table, umbrella and 2 chairs, a hammock and grill. The beach community offers a community playground with basketball and tennis court, playscape and bocce lanes. This is a great area to kayak & enjoy walks along the coastline.  There is also a boat launch. It is shallow at low tide, and skiffs will need to return by about mid-tide. Kayaks can get in at any low tide except around king tides. For anytime boat access there is 4 Mile River Boat Launch which is 3.3 miles away, or Niantic Bay Boat Launch which is 5.1 miles away. GENERAL: The cottage has a washer/dryer combination for use during your stay. Parking pass which allows parking at the beach parking lot and access to the beach turnaround to drop beach equipment off are included. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Streaming services - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio - Picnic area ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 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Prohibited on all Association beaches and rights of way at all times: alcoholic beverages, glass containers, amplified noise , smoking. There is no parking on any Association roads. Bathing, sleeping or gathering on the beaches is not allowed between 10:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Note from host: Low or non-shedding dogs are welcome! Fee is $150. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Pill out sofa bed or inflatable twin mattresses ### 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Adorable Coastal Get ★cozy & Bright Private Beach★ Unique Chalet Private Beach Access Unique Coastal Chalet Walk to Beach Adorable Coastal Getaway In Beach Community NEW! Adorable Coastal Getaway Private Beach Access Adorable Coastal Getaway with Private Beach Access ★Cozy & Bright Beach Cottage - Private Beach★ Niantic ## About the area Located in Niantic, this vacation home is near the beach. Ocean Beach Park and New London Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. The Book Barn and Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, sailing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Niantic travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Niantic.dx8958) [View more Vacation homes in Niantic](https://www.expedia.ca/Niantic-Private-Vacation-Homes.d8958-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%7C41.30582%2C-72.23373&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xoJHo-vifCPXZNb26zaiwpa5nLM=) East Lyme, CT ### What's nearby - Rocky Neck State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Rocky Neck State Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - The Book Barn - 6 min drive - 4.6 km - Hole-in-the-Wall Beach - 8 min drive - 5.7 km - Attawan Beach - 10 min drive - 6.0 km ### Getting around - Old Saybrook Station - 15 min drive - New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 25 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive - ‪374 Kitchen & Cocktails - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cafe Sol - ‬7 min drive - ‪La Llorona - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Your Nest Near The Beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Your Nest Near The Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Your Nest Near The Beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Your Nest Near The Beach located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Rocky Neck State Park and Rocky Neck State Beach. Giants Neck Beach and McCook Point Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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