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Romantic Getaway at The Lake!
Beautiful year round getaway! Relax and have a glass of wine by the lake. Wake early to enjoy the sun rising directly over the lake with a fresh cup of coffee. Enjoy direct lake access on a trophy bass lake including a beautiful dock. Hot tub overlooking the water open year round. Enjoy dinner in front of beautiful gas fireplace. Amazing sunrises and colorful sunsets. The location and amenities make for a fantastic romantic getaway for two! Centrally located 30 minutes from the Mohegan Casino.

Peaceful Riverfront Cottage w/Dock, Walk to Beach
This lovely Cottage sits directly on the Patchogue River with scenic views of the river and marshlands from every room and just a 1/4 mile walk or bike to the Beach. Private, but close to so much, it’s Perfect for a Romantic Getaway, or a long Vacation. Outside, you can enjoy the breeze from the Riverfront Deck, Sun Bathe, Crab or Fish on the Lower Dock, watch the Eagles fly by, or wander about the wooded property. Bring or rent a Kayak and paddle down the river right to the Long Island Sound.

Gardner Lake 2 Queen/1King/2 Bath/Laundry- Private
Stay with us for a relaxing, family lake vacation! Bring your family to our peaceful, private and BRAND NEW 3 bedroom - 2-bathroom home. We are located one block from the Gardner Lake public boat launch, easy access to the public beach. Just a short drive to Mystic, Stonington, Vineyards, Mohegan Sun & Foxwoods. Close to CT College, Mitchell, and USCGA. Cook your favorite meal in our fully equipped kitchen, you will think you never left home! Contact Peter or Adam to discuss your situation.

Water Forest Retreat -Octagon
Water Forest retreat is a very private 122ft.² electrified and heated cedar octagon next to a brook on 56 acres of forest with a pond, waterfall, marsh and hiking trails. Cozy up in this quiet comfortable space while listening to Goldmine brook while you sleep. Fire pit, heated outhouse with composting toilet, outdoor dining area, brook, pond and trail head are just steps away. We also have a TREE HOUSE and HIKER’S HAVEN house by the brook. Please click on our profile picture to read more.

Mystical Ocean View in Historic Stonington Borough
Enjoy stunning ocean views of Stonington Harbor and Fishers Island Sound from multiple floors of this spacious, comfortable apartment for 6. Located in historic Stonington Borough, Connecticut's oldest village, you can relax in the private library, then explore this picturesque area with acclaimed restaurants, shops, and museums all within walking distance. And with Downtown Mystic, I-95, and RI's beaches just a short drive away, you can have it all, located half way between Boston and NYC!

Beachfront Paradise
Beautiful beachfront home available weekly in season (6/20/26-9/5/26) and nightly (2 night min.) off season. Step out the door and into the sand. Sit on the porch and watch sailboat races from Niantic Bay Yacht Club just steps away. Close to downtown Niantic with restaurants, shops, movie theatre, etc. 18 miles from Mohegan Sun Casino. Attractions within 1/2 hour: Beautiful Mystic, CT, several vineyards, Harkness State Park, Eugene O'Neill Theatre, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, golf courses.

Romantic Seaside Cottage in Mystic
This cozy seaside cottage with sleep loft has the look and feel of an old classic yacht inside with modern amenities. Couples will love the water views, screened porch, gas-wood stove, heated stone floor in cedar bathroom, outdoor shower and patio. Another larger 2 bedroom cottage on property is for rent also for families with younger children. This rental is NOT suitable for toddlers or children under 12 due to the open balconies, railings and narrow spiral staircase to the loft.

Salty Breeze - Waterfront Cottage on the Cove
Enjoy your stay in this peaceful waterfront cottage. After the day relax on the 3 season screened- in porch or climate controlled sunroom watching the winter waterfowl on the wintery cove or relax in the backyard next to the fire pit with hot coco. Walking distance to Ocean Beach Park, Waterford Town Beach. Within 30 minutes of Niantic, downtown Mystic, Ferry's to Block, Fisher's and Long Islands, by museums, the Nautilus, Mohegan and Foxwoods Casinos, tons of great restaurants

Waterfront Joshua Cove Cottage with private beach.
Beautiful architecturally designed 1 Bedroom + loft Cottage on Joshua Cove in Guilford. The sunsets are spectacular from your own private beach. Enjoy Fall Foliage, swimming, fishing, and some of the best Kayaking from this perfect setting. Minutes from the Guilford train station, restaurants, shopping, and historic town green. The property is just 15 minutes from New Haven, and the Yale campus. The Thimble Island cruise, and the Ct. river steam train/cruise are nearby as well.

Beautiful View Cottage
Welcome to "Belle Vue Cottage". This charming and inviting cottage is located in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood in the South Cove area of Old Saybrook. Spend your days relaxing at Harvey's Beach, perusing the shops and restaurants along Main Street, taking in a show at The Kate, and unwind at the end of the day in your backyard oasis equipped with an outdoor TV and fire pit. We are less than a mile from Saybrook Point Inn and Spa, and 10 minutes to Water's Edge Resort and Spa.

Entire House Magical Waterfront Getaway
4 MINUTES TO MOHEGAN SUN! Yet quiet and secluded! Waterfront home! Come relax in this well appointed home with breathtaking view of the Poquetanuck Bay! Enjoying the absolutely gorgeous view from the balcony or porch! Or simply relax, sit around, enjoy each other’s company! Smart TV grants you easy access to thousands of streaming apps! 25 minutes to Ocean Beach, Mystic seaport, Mystic aquariums, Submarine and Library Museum in Groton! 15 minutes away from Foxwood casino!

PRIVATE BEACH: BEACHFRONTS & BALCONIES @ NIANTIC
INSTANT BOOK: Jan 2026 - Jan 2027 = All Open Availability SUMMER 2026: June + July + Aug Weekday Winter Packages Jan - Feb: 4 nights, Mon - Fri $1500 total OR 5 nights, Sun - Fri $1675 total= SEND INQUIRY (Fri & Sat not included, pet fees additional cost) *certain holidays/summer excluded in booking minimums/packages *discount applied to nightly rate only *we can not combine multiple discounts, yet highest % applies *if available, apply 10% non-refundable booking option
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The Perch

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Waterfront Autumn Escape in Wine Country: 2BR
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East Lyme stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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