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Luxury cottage by the sea with hot tub and pool
We built this guest cottage to provide an ultimate luxury experience for people wanting to escape from hectic life!With incredible coastal views, this home is a haven of tranquility. It sits on a special stretch of the Connecticut coast, with spectacular bird and wild life-watching year-round. Enjoy great shopping in Guilford's boutiques around the historic town green. Watch the sun set over the water and relax in the hottub for some night time star gazing year round (pool open June-beg/mid Oct)

Private beach, fully updated house, on 2 acres.
Each the special magic that only the Hamptons offer—historic charm, a rural atmosphere, white sandy beaches and a relaxed lifestyle—while staying in this light-filled three-story cottage. Tucked away on a beautiful 2.2-acre wooded lot, this bayside oasis offers a tranquil retreat, with deer sightings, private beach access, stunning view and picture-perfect sunsets. A short drive to the beaches and town, quick trips to nearby shops, market stands, restaurants, museums and Jackson Pollack house.

Spacious Oceanfront Getaway with Spectacular Views
Perfect vacation getaway! Awaken to the sun rising over Long Island Sound! Panoramic waterfront views from 70 ft of windows spanning NY to RI. Quiet, private, updated home, NOT a cottage: >2200 sq ft, single level 3B/3B, + bonus lower-level walk-out/office. Master bed double shower/jacuzzi overlooking the water! Multiple oceanfront decks. 100 ft granite shoreline, short stroll to nearby sand beaches. Swim, fish, read a book, or watch the sailboats go by! (Not suitable for children/pets/events.)

Sag Harbor, Designer w large Pool (3 bed/2.5 bath)
Relax with friends / family at this home in a magical setting overlooking Lily pond Completely private but 5 mins to Sag Harbor downtown / restaurants / Havens beach, and 10 mins to Bridgehampton. Location, location! And Views! - 3 Beds and 2.5 baths + pool house - Pool house with twin sofa bed + full bath - 50ft heated Gunite pool (125/d extra to heat) - Outdoor deck overlooking pond - Amazing views! - Fire pit with Adirondack chairs Unique house to unwind while being close to the action

Hamptons Oceanfront Oasis
Escape the hustle & bustle of city life and unwind at this stunning home in the Hamptons. The oceanfront oasis is the perfect way to wake up to ocean views, beaches and nearby restaurants. Relax on our spacious deck - perfect for morning coffees & sunset cocktails. It is just a short drive to the train station & only 15 minutes from the airport for quick getaways. For your safety, the home is equipped with Ring cameras and one-use key codes. Book now and experience the ultimate Hamptons escape!

2 BR Waterfront Autumn Escape in Wine Country
Overlooking the Long Island Sound, this oceanfront condo is the ultimate escape. Bask in the sun on a private beach or unwind on the waterfront deck with breathtaking views Minutes from the town center, you’ll find local farms, award-winning wineries, gourmet restaurants & charming shops ⚓️ Explore Greenport: A historic seaport with coastal charm & rich culture 🏖 Premium Amenities – Waterfront deck, private balcony, grills, pool, private beach & parking ⛴ Ferry Access to Shelter Island & CT

Beach Haven - waterfront, near Yale, sunsets
Everything you need for an amazing vacation, year-round, in our comfortable home right on the beach! Walk out the back door and dip your toes in the sand and in Long Island Sound. Enjoy spectacular views from the back patio, sun room, and most rooms in the house. Watch the sunset while soaking in the hot tub. Sit by the gas fireplace with a book. Stroll along the lovely nearby sea wall. 10-minute drive to Yale and all downtown New Haven has to offer. 5-minute drive to Lighthouse Point Park.

Savor Ocean Sunsets at a Soothing Beachfront Haven
Newly renovated and featured as a top Airbnb by New York Magazine, The Beach Cottage has been designed and decorated in a modern organic style, with a palette of whites and neutrals to create a serene and peaceful escape. Relax in the airy, light and open living room, which features a wall of glass for indoor/outdoor living with expansive, uninterrupted water views. Stay on the property for swimming, beach walks, sunsets and BBQs - or venture out to enjoy all the North Fork has to offer.

Enchanted Cottage on the Marsh, walk to beach
Enjoy an idyllic stay at Enchanted Cottage on the Marsh! Private, quiet one bedroom cottage on Farm River with breathtaking views from deck. Take in the herons, ospreys and other birds among the natural surroundings while relaxing on your very private deck. Or take a stroll to the neighborhood beach, trails or a restaurant. Enjoy daily retreat from everyday life. We want you to have a relaxing stay with us, free from worry. 10 min walk to beach, trails, 10 min drive to Yale University.

Hamptons WaterLiving-Dock, Kayak, Beach, EV charge
[FOLLOW US on INSTA @29watersedge] 1-mile from the beach, this child-friendly waterfront Southampton home is a perfect family getaway. Ready for watersports: kayak, paddleboard, boat, or jet ski. Walk down to the beach for a swim in the bay. At home, the backyard has it all: large dock, fire pit, swing/playset, hammock, grill, & oversized deck to take in the views. Surrounded by nature and water, you are just minutes from restaurants and shopping in Southampton Village &Sag Harbor.

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.

Breezy Waterfront Home With private Dock
This charming waterfront home is the ideal getaway for the active family with the Hamptons' largest natural 'saline pool' (the Peconic Bay) just footsteps away. This home easily sleeps 7 - with 3 bedrooms and 3 separate kids' sleeping cabins. You can jump on our standup paddle board right off our private dock, jog along wide stretches of pebble beach, have a swim race to our floating swim platform or simply relax in the hammock. 2 bathrooms indoors and 1 private outdoor shower,
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Shelter Island holiday rentals start at £176 per night before taxes and fees

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20 of Shelter Island holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.9 Average rating
Shelter Island stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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