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Waterfront Access! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, toys, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Waterford, CT
  • Popular LocationWaterford Speedbowl4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHole-in-the-Wall Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationConnecticut College10 min drive
  • AirportProvidence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)53 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Access! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT

Charming cottage available for rent, sitting alongside the beautiful Niantic River, located on the Riverhouse estate in Waterford, Connecticut. The property includes access to100+ft of private waterfront on the Niantic River. Guests can enjoy outdoor living with plenty of seating, a gazebo, and grill (accessories available for use). The lower-level waterfront includes use of additional seating and picnic area. The Niantic River is excellent for fishing and crabbing!

The cottage sleeps up-to six people and has parking for two guest vehicles. The bedrooms are located on the first and second floors. Enjoy your vacation on the Connecticut coastline. Conveniently located halfway between Boston and New York City.

BEDROOMS: The first-floor bedroom includes a Twin/Twin bunk bed and a single Twin bed. The upstairs bedroom includes a Queen bed, and the upstairs landing has a Twin bed. There is a Smart TV in each bedroom. An additional Single cot is available if requested.

KITCHEN: The fully stocked kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, crockpot, coffee pot, plates, cups, and utensils. Be sure to check out the spices and "odds and ends" cabinet.

BATHROOM: There's a full-size tub and shower and standard size toilet.

LAUNDRY: The laundry room is located on the first floor off of the bedroom and includes a full-size washing machine and dryer.

LIVING ROOM/DINING ROOM: Enjoy the large sectional couch, Smart TV, 4-person dining table and chairs set, and fully stocked bookcase.

Located up-river near Banning Cove and the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve. See local wildlife, including Bald Eagles, egrets, swans, cormorants, deer, rabbits, and more. Perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts or families looking to explore the outdoors together.

Local Employers (appx. driving): Under 10 minutes to Dominion/Millstone. 10 minutes from downtown Niantic, East Lyme beaches. 15 minutes from the US Coast Guard Academy, Connecticut College, and Mitchell College. 20 minutes from downtown Mystic and Olde Mistick Village. 20 minutes from Subase New London, Electric Boat, Pfizer, UCONN Avery Point, and L&M Yale New Haven hospital. 25 minutes from Foxwoods Casino, Mohegan Sun Casino, and Backus Hospital.

Under 10-minute drive to Local Favorites: Cowlick's Ice Cream, Crown Pizza (taco pizza), Dunkin Donuts, Nana's Byrek (family-friendly, pizza/grinders), Filomena's Restaurant (Italian/live music), The Shack (breakfast), Flanders Bakery (Donuts), and Cafe NV Bakery (bagels and grilled cheese sandwiches).

The cottage is the perfect spot for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, or just relaxing and enjoying life on the Connecticut coastline. While primarily a Summer rental, the Cottage can be available for extended stays, just chat with Jessica.

Please note there are other dogs located on the estate and in the neighborhood. If you have any questions please reach out - we'd love to chat.

Parents and caregivers with young children: Need baby gear during your stay? Rent cribs, car seats, strollers, toys and more from BabyQuip! As seen on Shark Tank, BabyQuip offers clean, sanitized, safe baby gear. We’ve used them traveling and it makes a big difference! Visit https://www.babyquip.com/a/vb4x9d to make a reservation.

Owner occupied property.

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Property manager

Jessica Patterson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking on site
  • Bicycle storage on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 900 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: Friendly pets ok. Contact with questions. Thx

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Charming Cottage
Charming Waterfront Cottage
Private Waterfront Charming Cottage

About the neighborhood

Waterford

Located in Waterford, this vacation home is on the beach. Ocean Beach Park is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, New London Ferry Dock and Mystic Seaport are worth checking out. Traveling with kids? Consider Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut, or check out an event or a game at Mohegan Sun Arena. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Waterford Speedbowl - 4 min drive
  • Hole-in-the-Wall Beach - 9 min drive
  • New London Ferry Dock - 9 min drive
  • Connecticut College - 10 min drive
  • Naval Submarine Base New London - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 9 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crystal Mall Food Court - 7 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Sarku Japan - 7 min drive
  • Panera Bread - 7 min drive
  • Buffalo Wild Wings - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Access! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Access! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Access! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Access! 2-Bdrm Cottage on Niantic River in Waterford CT located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waterford vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Flanders Plaza Shopping Center, Cedar Ridge Golf Course, and Waterford Speedbowl. Amtrak Beach and Hole-in-the-Wall Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Business
Nice and Quiet , Good for Sleeping while on Night Shift Outage work.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H., Plymouth, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, clean, comfortable cottage
Our small family group was seeking a quiet, conveniently located rental with a seaside vibe and an appealing living room/kitchen spacious enough to have a few nearby relatives spend time with us there, and this property was perfect. The parking was tight beyond the two spaces allotted, but the owner was flexible and helped us make it work. The grounds are beautiful, the beds are comfortable, the kitchen is well-equipped and the upstairs suite is luxurious (although renters should be aware that the carpeted stairs leading up to it are steep). Even though this is an older property and we arrived during a stretch of rainy weather, the home smelled good and we detected no trace of mustiness. We would be happy to rent this cottage again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place very comfortable
Nice weather was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F., Cincinnati, OH. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Cute little cottage with everything you need. Right in the river for great fishing! I was in town for work and was enjoying it so much I didn’t want to go to work:)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Overall the house met our needs. The only 2 issues we had were the ceiling fans were very dusty,we cleaned them and rhe musty smell of the interior that triggered an algeric reaction to several family members. A dehumidifier would do the property well. Other than that very nice stay and location was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Suited out family’s needs
Appreciated the pets being welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
It was a perfect house for what we needed. Fit our family of five comfortably. Property was beautiful.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable place to stay
We really enjoyed our stay in the cottage. There was plenty of room for the 4 of us. I really enjoyed walking down to the water and sitting in the Adirondack chairs watching the ducks swim by. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. The owner responded very quickly to our inquiries. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Mark D.

Cottage was beautiful with great views.Jessica was very helpful
Only stayed a short period
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Xuefei

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Waterford
Structure Type
Private vacation home