Title: Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=112212184&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach Cottage in Old Lyme with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach ![Interior - Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach (Old Lyme)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112220000/112212200/112212184/8c2e3001.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach (Old Lyme)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112220000/112212200/112212184/0ff4b64d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach (Old Lyme)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112220000/112212200/112212184/e53b54f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach (Old Lyme)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112220000/112212200/112212184/e4010e26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach (Old Lyme)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112220000/112212200/112212184/32db4522.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach and take advantage of a firepit, a playground, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach Escape to this marvelous waterfront beach community in Old Lyme. This quaint retreat features 1 queen bed and 2 full beds, in a one level living. Perfect for a cozy getaway. Enjoy the Sandy beach, swimming, sailing, paddling, crabbing, fishing and BBQ. Nearby golf courses, Gillette castle, Mystic seaport, casino, Conn college, Coast guard, Yale University. Experience the magic of Old Lyme at our cottage. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Kayak - Padel - Pickleball - Tennis ### 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) ### General - Bicycles - Comprehensive food waste policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Recycling - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78370000/78364400/78364318/98c5a33d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Enchanted Waterfront Cottage Old Lyme - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 9.0 Wonderful 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=78364318&PinnedHotelID=78364318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64560000/64559300/64559264/d45f9e23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Long Island Sound Studio Old Lyme - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=64559264&PinnedHotelID=64559264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48380000/48379800/48379742/6a2c7b01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Beach House - Old Lyme Old Lyme - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=48379742&PinnedHotelID=48379742&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77876700/77876625/34d28e54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Ready 3-bdrm house, Short Walk to Private Beach and Park, Lots of Parking Niantic - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=77876625&PinnedHotelID=77876625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102490000/102487900/102487888/ecb36b3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art Old Lyme - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=102487888&PinnedHotelID=102487888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113556300/113556236/b304fa99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Bliss , Inviting 3 bedroom + loft at Hawks Nest Beach! 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Do not take any blankets to the beach area. No pots and pans to the beach. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 Old Lyme is home to this cottage. Florence Griswold Museum and Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Essex Saybrook Antique Village Shopping Center and Flanders Plaza Shopping Center. The Book Barn and Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Claudia L. Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect little beachfront cottage right on the water ...a few steps across your own beach. We had a very relaxing, comfortable visit. ##### Claudia L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James C. Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had the absolute best time! The property is right on the beach and you just canā€™t beat the view from your porch. Our toddlers loved being able to go back and forth throughout the day and it had all the amenities we could have asked for, even double ply toilet paper! Ely was a wonderful host and weā€™re looking forward to staying again in the future! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/105be1c7-7c03-42d6-8c71-f38924296d22-1749927041093.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### James C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie B. Aug 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The location was superb - the house was pretty well stocked - would just recommend some decent kitchen knives and a blanket for each room as it got pretty chilly. Overall a great rental property - would definitely rent it again! ##### Laurie B. 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