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Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets

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A spacious kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view of the outdoors. - Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets (Branford)
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water. - Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets (Branford)
A spacious living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors. - Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets (Branford)
A two-story house with a front porch, a driveway, and a well-maintained lawn. - Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets (Branford)
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with a view of the water, a bookshelf, and a bedside table with a lamp. - Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets (Branford)
At Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets , you can look forward to golfing on-site, a garden and a playground. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to laundry facilities and a hot tub, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets

  • Waterfront living on Long Island Sound, welcome to one of Connecticut's most desirable waterfront communities, breathtaking panoramic water views at this stunning coastal retreat in prestigious Pawson Park. Your own private beach 25 steps from your door across our private road & hot tub make this the ultimate luxury escape. Sip morning coffee as sailboats glide by in serene Branford Harbor where it meets the Sound. Your exclusive seaside escape awaits- New Haven 15mins, NYC 90mins & Boston 2hrs
    Features • 4 spacious bedrooms, including 2 deluxe en-suites
    • Primary suite with King bed, spa shower, and Jacuzzi tub
    • Additional bedrooms feature comfortable Queen-size beds
    • 5 beautifully appointed bathrooms
    • Open-concept kitchen with a large center island—perfect for entertaining, dining, or simply soaking in the view
    • Expansive living spaces for your group to relax, reconnect, and create lasting memories by the sea
    The Experience
    • Private beach just 25 steps from your door reserved for you and your guests.
    • Fabulous lounge furniture for sunbathing or enjoying a refreshing swim in Long Island Sound
    • Peaceful flowering gardens, vibrant sunsets, and panoramic harbor views
    • Enjoy evenings in the hot tub, stargazing, or watching the lights dance on the water ( available May-November only)

    📍 Perfectly Located
    NYC - 75 miles
    New Haven (train station) - 10 miles
    Branford Center - 2 miles
    Boston 2hrs
    • Explore Branford’s shoreline charm, with historic restaurants, local wineries, and famous Pepe’s Pizza
    • Enjoy bike rides through Linden Shore, hiking trails, and kayaking adventures

    Daily and weekly memberships are available at The Owenego Beach and Tennis Club located 1 mile away.

    *** This is not an event space - no parties unless approved by the owner. i.e. weddings, Bachelor / Bachelorette, rehearsal dinners, etc.*** We have installed an exterior camera for security
    purposes, and to monitor that our rental policies are upheld.

    Our prices include all fees.
    No hidden fees.

    🚤 Don’t miss the magical Thimble Islands Cruise — a boat tour through one of Connecticut’s hidden gems!

    We provide everything you need for a seamless and relaxing stay:
    ✔️ Fully equipped kitchen
    ✔️ Quality linens & towels
    ✔️ Essentials for comfort and convenience
    🌅 Unforgettable memories await… by the sea. Your seaside sanctuary is ready—book your stay now.

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About the area

Located in Branford, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Bill Miller’s Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Shoreline Trolley Museum and Lighthouse Point Carousel. Travelling with kids? Consider Guilford Art Center, or check out an event or a game at Foote Memorial Park Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Branford travel guide
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Branford, CT

What's nearby

  • A wooden pier with a fence, a bench, and a tree with branches overhanging.
    Double Beach
    7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Stony Creek Brewery
    5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Branford Hills Plaza Shopping Center
    7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District
    8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Foote Memorial Park Tennis Center
    9 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Branford Station
    11 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Branhaven Plaza
    10 min drive
  • Starbucks
    10 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    10 min drive
  • Wendy's
    10 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets located?

Located in Branford, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, 2.5 mi (4 km) from Foote Memorial Park Tennis Center, and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Stony Creek Brewery. Double Beach and Branford Supply Pond are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Waterfront Retreat, Private Beach + Hot Tub Sunsets Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 75 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host, house and view! Perfect for our family (3 couples and 2 kids). Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at carol’s

Beautiful property and neighborhood! The beds were super comfy and the kitchen well- stocked with essentials.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Father’s Day Family Meetup

Great family get together where we all were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views and amenities

We very much enjoyed our stay and were pleasantly surprised by how great the views were from practically every room in the house. Check-in was very simple and there were many nice touches awaiting us at the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

This home was perfect for a quiet stay on the Connecticut coast. Every couple had their own bed and bath. Beautiful view. Very clean. Open floor plan. Lovely area to walk or jog. If we return to this area, this is where we will stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

The home was gorgeous with beautiful furnishings. The view from all windows was spectacular. A very relaxing home with beautiful views of the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Our family stayed at Carols house while attending a wedding in the thimble islands. House is perfect- beautiful location and the views are stunning. We had plenty (more than we needed) space and the whole trip was luxe. Thank you Carol for an exquisite VRBO
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Christmas in Connecticut

Everything was perfect!! House is amazing for family/friends gathering. Spacious, clean and great views. The home was everything we needed to celebrate the holiday. Thank you to host for communication and special touches throughout the home. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The bird watching was wonderful with beautiful views of a marsh

We loved our stay here. The views were like watching a wonderful panorama of life on the sea with marsh views and sail boats moving from different windows. The seating was comfortable with lots of places to sit and talk with old friends and the kitchen worked very well. All and all it was a great time. One suggestion, provide shore bird books to identify all the different birds to be seen. Also a plus the central air conditioning was effective at keeping everyone comfortable throughout the house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Overall the house was great. The beds were so so comfortable and the house has everything you need to cook and grill. Unfortunately weather wasn’t ideal but we still got to enjoy the hot tub and at least check out the private beach. The beach is across the street and it’s not too bad, just a lot of sharp shells so I’d rec wearing some sandals to and on the beach! The house is a lot bigger than we realized and beautiful views all around. Owner was great and responsive. The master was awesome and the jet tib and shower were awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful water views for family vacation

Gorgeous home overlooking the marsh with short walk to very small private beach with water access. Spacious, beautifully decorated home with four bedrooms. Everything is meticulously clean, kitchen is extremely well stocked for cooking, and there are comfortable open concept seating areas. Deck was particularly enjoyed with a serene marsh setting and was great for viewing wildlife. Only drawback is that some of the outdoor photos are dated and do not include the large building being constructed right next door. The construction noise every day did detract from our relaxation. Understand owner is not responsible for neighbor's construction, but updated photos and a heads up would have been appreciated. The deck was our favorite feature of the house with its breathtaking marsh and water views.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve been traveling back to Connecticut for 18 years and have stayed in a wide variety of homes. Without a doubt, this is the best one yet. From the moment we arrived, it felt like home, probably because she and her very helpful husband raised their family here. You can feel it.Carol was an exceptional host; responsive, welcoming, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a wonderful stay. The home is immaculate, clean, cozy, and huge! Every detail has been considered, from the spotless hot tub (not always a given, we've found!) to the room-darkening blinds that allowed us to finally sleep in on vacation, something most rentals overlook.The kitchen is gorgeous, well-stocked, and functional, making it easy to cook and hang out. And the private beach is absolute heaven. Peaceful, quiet, and just across the street.The neighborhood is lovely. We walked every day, taking in the beauty of the area. Neighbors were what I call "New England friendly", and not at all intrusive. We’ve stayed in many vacation homes over nearly two decades, but Carol’s absolutely stands out. It was SO hard to leave. We’re already planning our return next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful vacation!! The house was perfect, check in couldn’t have easier and the views couldn’t have been better. A perfect summer getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Beautiful home. Hot tub water murky.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

We all had a wonderful time. We had everything we needed, and the property was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay with 7 adults visiting from several different states. It was a perfect house layout to accommodate a large group with many options for areas to relax and catch-up. The outdoor space with hot tub and view were perfect for our reunion. Carol was very accommodating and responsive to all questions/concerns and the checkin/checkout processes were among the easiest I’ve had. Also, the house has 2 driveways which makes it a great choice when guests are arriving separately and space is needed for multiple vehicles.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Branford

This beautiful home overlooking the sound and harbor fostered a wonderful time spent with family. There is so much beauty in the views, the wildlife, the water, all the beautifully designed and kept landscapes and gardens throughout the surrounding area… And many great restaurants nearby, along with the oceanfront country club and private beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Branford

We had a wonderful time! The home was extremely comfortable and appointed. The owner was very responsive when we had a question. We enjoyed the area and we would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house with amazing views!

It could not have been a better experience. From the first contact with Carol to the arrangements for our stay to a memorable family holiday, no one could ask for more!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful waterfront stay

Our family had a truly wonderful long weekend. The house was everything advertised and more. We were hoping for a few days of water views and the views were fabulous and manifold. Lots of classy comfort throughout the home as well. Carol was as good a communicator and supportive owner as one could ask for. Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

After an extended period of no contact we were able to get together for long overdue gathering in the incredible surroundings Indian Neck. Our family has long ties to this area and could not have enjoyed Carol's Beach House any more.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

The home is very beautiful and comfortable. Plenty of space and great outdoor areas. Well appointed kitchen. Our children loved the big bath tub, hot tub, and beach. My only complaint is the owner showing up unannounced three times to work on the outside of the property (clean hot tub, water plants, etc.) over our 9-day stay. Otherwise communication with the host was great - she even went out of her way to accommodate a request.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely House for 10 people

Pretty nice house, not exactly beachfront, but a lovely house nonetheless. Good space for entertaining 10 adults. A lot of bugs so tiki torches would be a good addition. Would certainly return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice large house for extended families to gather

We were expecting a very nice rental based on the photos and previous reviews, and were happy all were accurate. Kitchen and grill worked well for preparing meals for our group. We did not use the small beach across the street from the home, opting instead to use the guest membership to the local beach club that the owner arranged. The beach club is also in the neighborhood, has a restaurant and bar and is beautiful with shade trees to get out of the sun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018