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Last Minute Holiday: Luxury Waterfront, Hot Tub & Private Beach

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Interior
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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Branford, CT
  • Place, Stony Creek Brewery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Double Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Branford Hills Plaza Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Last Minute Holiday: Luxury Waterfront, Hot Tub & Private Beach


Wake up to stunning panoramic water views at this Scenic Waterfront Home in desirable Pawson Park. Enjoy morning coffee as sailboats glide by, soak in the hot tub, and savor the serenity where Branford Harbor meets Long Island Sound with your own private beach.
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 steps from your door
• 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

📍 Perfectly Located
• Just minutes to New Haven
• A short trip from NYC and Boston
• 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

🚤 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
📺 Watch Our Home Tour on YouTube:
Vrbo.com/h/beach-home-in-branford

🌅 Unforgettable memories await… by the sea. Your seaside sanctuary is ready—book your stay now.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Double Beach. You'll find features such as 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. The holiday home offers free WiFi and in-room jetted baths.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 4 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • 8 minutes by car from Stony Creek Brewery and 8 minutes from Polished
Last Minute Holiday: Luxury Waterfront, Hot Tub & Private Beach offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The family-friendly Last Minute Holiday: Luxury Waterfront, Hot Tub & Private Beach also features laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3,400 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
1. Check-out time is 10:00 AM 2. Turn off all lights. 3. Set the A/C to 75. 4. Close windows 5. Dispose of trash and recycling in designated areas.
6. Leave all towels in the bathroom. 7. Avoid leaving the washer or dishwasher running.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No parties unless approved by the owner, including rehearsal dinners, weddings, etc.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: List names and ages of children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Beautiful Waterfront Spa Hot Tub Private Sandy Beach House
Beautiful Waterfront Spa Hot Tub Private Sandy Beach Branford
Beautiful Waterfront Spa Hot Tub Private Sandy Beach
Beautiful Waterfront Spa Hot Tub Private Sandy Beach
Amazing Getaway~ Private Beach Beautiful Waterfront Hot tub

Last Minute Holiday: Luxury Waterfront, Hot Tub & Private Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host, house and view! Perfect for our family (3 couples and 2 kids). Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Kristin j C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Beautiful home. Hot tub water murky.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G., NC

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Leanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Father’s Day Family Meetup

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristi P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Milana T.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Kari B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Beth U.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

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

10/10 Excellent

Sepehr K., Stamford, CT

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect break by the water in Branford

An idyllic setting on the mouth of the Branford River, this beach home is meticulously kept and well stocked for visitors (just bring food!). A private beach adjacent to the home is the perfect launch point for water activities or just relaxing in a beach chair, and affords the best view in town of the annual fireworks display. Back on the deck is a hot tub with an amazing view of LI Sound, Branford River and surrounding wetlands. Carol the property manager is attentive and very responsive with lots of local knowledge. New visitors shouldn’t miss having a meal (or two) at the legendary Lenny’s Indian Head Inn just a short drive away. Also highly recommend a visit to the Thimble Islands via tour boat or water taxi from nearby Stoney Creek (Outer Island is a nature reserve and the perfect spot for a seaside picnic). The icing on the cake of a perfect week was access to the Owenego Inn, including its lifeguard attended beach and Friday evening festivities.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

Absolutely perfect! This was my first experience renting a VRBO property and I was not sure what to expect. The reviews were helpful so I wanted to return the favor. Carol's home is just that...a home. It doesn't feel like someone's rental property. It is beautifully furnished and very well stocked with everything you could possibly need (and then some) The beds, pillows and linens were very comfortable and good quality. Carol was very responsive answering my questions in advance of our booking and with one small question during the stay. Otherwise, everything was clear from the listing materials and as pictured and described on the site. The one thing that can be hard to convey is the beautiful views from every room. There are lovely view of the Long Island sound from one side of the home and entirely different harbor views on the other side. On the first floor you can look out at both side and feel surrounded by the water. We marveled at all of the interesting marine birds both out the windows and on walks around the lovely neighborhood. One of the nicest things that I can say about the comfort of the home is that the weather was not cooperative, yet we were so happy in our surroundings, we barely left and had the most wonderful time! We would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Carl L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary

Immaculate and lavishly furnished, but the location, with marsh and river views and the floor to ceiling windows letting the outdoors in, was the highlight for us. The hot tub was fun and refreshing too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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