This is quintessential waterfront living in Connecticut! Live like Katharine Hepburn & Paul Newman enjoying your own PRIVATE HOME on a PRIVATE BEACH! Sunsets, Sunrises, unobstructed views, no crowds, private parking, fully gated and fenced property to enjoy all for YOU ... then at the end of long day of leisure, sink into insanely comfortable beds and wake up to Italian coffee to do it all again t
he next day! The space
Set 14 feet above sea level on a private beach this 1907 cottage that sleeps 8 is a picture perfect oasis for down time, sun & fun! PARKING:
Park in one of 4 off the street driveway spots and access this gated property from the right hand side, then walk up to the kitchen door where you'll use the access code provided in our digital pdf house book. The property is fully fenced. OPEN MAIN FLOOR:
The main level boasts an open floor plan with a game wall featuring 10 games, a gas fireplace and 55 inch smart TV that you can use to access your favorite shows, bring your log ons with you! There is deep cushion seating on 2 couches, a new kitchen with all stainless steel appliances (gas range, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, washer & dryer), a dining table and a powder room. The kitchen has pots, pans, cutlery, dish ware and glasses plus a Nespresso coffee machine and coffee capsules for you and tea too! THE BEDROOMS:
Upstairs there is a full bathroom with shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, makeup remover, qtips/cottonballs/floss, mouthwash and linens
Bedroom #1 Queen sized bed, dresser, overlooks water
Bedroom #2 Twin bed, dresser, library
Bedroom #3 Twin bed, dresser, partial water view
Bedroom #4 Bunk room 4 twin beds overlooks water
EXTERIOR:
Outdoors we have a picnic table and table cloths, a covered water facing patio with string lights and all weather wicker/sunbrella fabric furniture and an entire private beach and bay at your finger tips! There is an outdoor shower and changing room. Kayaks & outdoor toys like boogie boards are available seasonally. The house has exterior lighting that operates from dusk until dawn, it is a smart home and has business speed wifi. WHAT TO DO:
SUNNY DAYS: Swim, boogie board, float, kayak, lounge on the sand, sun tan, read on the beach, collect shells and seglass, people watch! RAINY DAYS: Enjoy the retro game board above the couch, pick a book from our library (books for kids-adults), log in to your favorite channel and watch a flick, nap in one of 7 comfy beds or enjoy a cocktail on the covered patio while storm watching! FOR THE LITTLES:
Walk 5 minutes to the playground to get the wiggles out! We keep crayons and coloring paper plus dupo blocks and sand toys for our smaller guests :-)
HOUSE BOOK, WHERE TO DINE, WHERE TO SHOP & MORE:
Where is the best lobster rolls? Where can I grab a great glass of rose? Where can I shop? What is the wifi name & password? All of this and more is answered in the thoughtfully curated guest/house book. The book is provided in PDF format approx 1 week prior to arrival. ABOUT YOUR HOSTESS:
A 5 star experience is what you deserve and what you will get! The house is pristine and cleaned to COVID standards, inventoried and video taped prior to your arrival. Enjoy this slice of paradise contactless however I am available by text or phone at any time. ITEMS TO NOTE:
The outdoor shower/changing room is open May 1st through October 31st. Kayaks are stored in the garage and can be used from May 1st to October 31st with release/waiver signed. The fireplace is available from Sept 1 to March 31. AC available July & August only.
**All guests must be listed on reservation AND verified before house codes will be released. **
Guest access
You'll have the ENTIRE property! Milford was named America's 4th best small city and it won't take you long to learn why! The home is on a bus line however a car is the easiest way to get about. New York city is approx 90 minute by train which is 10 minutes from the home. Uber is a great way to travel at night or if you're out celebrating! Other things to note
This is a PRIVATE BEACH and all of our neighbors live there full time, while this is your vacation they still wake for work and school, please be considerate of the noise ordinances.
