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Branford house rental - Breathtaking view of the Long Island Sound from the bedroom windows.
Breathtaking view of the Long Island Sound from the bedroom windows.
 
Branford house rental - Breathtaking view of the Long Island Sound from the bedroom windows.

Breathtaking view of the Long Island Sound from the bedroom windows.

1 bedroom, sleeps 4, amazing views, beach club membership during stay.

1 bedroom, sleeps 4, amazing views, beach club membership during stay.

Bedroom w/ Queen Bed, Satellite TV, Alarm Clock, Two closets, View of the Water

Bedroom w/ Queen Bed, Satellite TV, Alarm Clock, Two closets, View of the Water

Living Room with Full Size Pull out Sofa, Satellite TV, Stereo system.

Living Room with Full Size Pull out Sofa, Satellite TV, Stereo system.

Kitchen includes all utensils, washer, dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker, Keurig

Kitchen includes all utensils, washer, dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker, Keurig

Downstairs bathroom with Shower Tub.

Downstairs bathroom with Shower Tub.

Living Room with Full Size Pull out Sofa, Satellite TV, Stereo system.

Living Room with Full Size Pull out Sofa, Satellite TV, Stereo system.

Living Room with Views of the Water and Fireplace.

Living Room with Views of the Water and Fireplace.

View of Owenego Beach Club from Pier. Just steps away from vacation rental.

View of Owenego Beach Club from Pier. Just steps away from vacation rental.

Private Beach access included with vacation rental at Owenego Beach Club.

Private Beach access included with vacation rental at Owenego Beach Club.

Includes Membership during stay to Owenego Beach Club, steps away.

Includes Membership during stay to Owenego Beach Club, steps away.

Owenego Beach Club playground.

Owenego Beach Club playground.

Owenego Beach Club. IncludesTennis Court and Pro Tennis Coach Access.

Owenego Beach Club. IncludesTennis Court and Pro Tennis Coach Access.

Private Beach just steps away.

Private Beach just steps away.

Views of the Thimble Islands.

Views of the Thimble Islands.

Amazing paved walk way along beach side just steps from driveway.

Amazing paved walk way along beach side just steps from driveway.

3 min walk to fresh produce, milk, honey, eggs, bread, coffee & newspapers

3 min walk to fresh produce, milk, honey, eggs, bread, coffee & newspapers

Favorite watering hole 4 locals, visitors and yachters 5 min walk

Favorite watering hole 4 locals, visitors and yachters 5 min walk

Soft Shell Crabs, Hot Lobster Rolls and Fish Tacos only a 3 min walk away.

Soft Shell Crabs, Hot Lobster Rolls and Fish Tacos only a 3 min walk away.

Authentic Mexican Food made from scratch. 3 min walk. Yum!

Authentic Mexican Food made from scratch. 3 min walk. Yum!

Local Liquor Store 3 min walk.

Local Liquor Store 3 min walk.

Fresh Lobsters & Seafood. 2 min walk.

Fresh Lobsters & Seafood. 2 min walk.

Walk along the beach on this lovely path. Just steps away.

Walk along the beach on this lovely path. Just steps away.

View of Long Island Sound from Pier.

View of Long Island Sound from Pier.

Per night (USD) $135
Per week $800 - $1,204
Per month $2,500 - $3,600
  • Bedrooms1
  • Sleeps4
  • 1 Bathroom
Minimum Stay 2 - 7 nights

Photos and Description of the Branford vacation house rental
4 Rooms, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Sleeps 2-4

Adorable beach house in Branford, CT located in the shoreline town of Indian Neck. One bedroom house sleeps up to 4 with a queen sized bed upstairs and a full size pull out sofa downstairs.

Stay here and Explore Route 1’s scenic beach villages, featuring lively Main Streets and historic landmarks.

Start by exploring downtown Branford’s shops and restaurants, then follow the scenic Route 146 to Stony Creek, winding around the harbor to the Thimble Islands. Climb aboard one of the Thimble Island cruise boats (Islander, Sea Mist, Volsunga IV) for a cruise around these legendary pirate hideouts, now stunning private vacation homes.

The beach house offers amazing views of the Long Island Sound and Thimble Islands. In the summer, enjoy the sun, sand and water with a private membership to Owenego Beach Club during your stay. Wireless Internet available at the house and the beach. Get work done while you relax!

Contact the owner by filling out the form on the right----------------

- Private Beach Club Access

- Bath House at the beach for changing and storage

- Upstairs/ Downstairs

- Hardwood Floors

- Bright kitchen w/ skylights

- Cute front porch

- Satellite TV (and TIVO) in living room and bedroom

- Keurig Coffee Maker

- Tennis court with pro tennis coach access

- Playground at Beach

- Walking distance to highly rated dinning

- Kids Beach Toys

- Wireless Internet Access

Fishing and boating are excellent. Walking distance (2 min walk) to Lenny’s Restaurant for legendary Lobsters, Steaks and Seafood, Bud’s Fish Market for fresh Littleneck Clams, Wine Bar, liquor store, Ben & Jerry's, fresh vegetables and more. Branford train station is 3 miles away with free parking (110 mins to Grand Central Station in NYC). The Outlet stores are 1/2 hour away, two casinos are one hour away, IKEA is a 15 minutes and the ferry to Block Island is a one hour drive. 15 mins to Yale and Universtiy of New Haven.

Things to do in Branford:

- Boat tour of Thimble Islands

- Hike, Jog, Cross Country Sky at the many regional water authority trails (over 60 miles of them).

- Take a dinner train ride or murder mystery train ride on the Essix Steam train.

- Eat and drink at the numerous Zagat rated restaurants

- Take a tennis lesson at Owenego Beach Club

- Tour the CT Wine Trail

- Visit Bishop's Orchard

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About Rachel Mele

The owners, Jeff and Rachel Mele, purchased this second home as a place for their Florida parents to stay and visit with their 3 grandchildren. The house is available as a vacation rental when not in use by the family.

Rachel Mele purchased this house in 2012
Why Rachel Mele chose Branford

It's perfect! It has amazing views of the water and Thimble Islands. The near by restaurants are some of the best in CT! It's the perfect location for family to relax and enjoy all the seasons of CT.

What makes this house unique

The house is only steps away from Owenego Beach Club. The walk to Owenego hugs the shoreline. The family get a Membership each year to enjoy the water, activities, food, tennis and the kids love their unique playground.

Branford house rental - Breathtaking view of the Long Island Sound from the bedroom windows.

Breathtaking view of the Long Island Sound from the bedroom windows.

1 bedroom, sleeps 4, amazing views, beach club membership during stay.

1 bedroom, sleeps 4, amazing views, beach club membership during stay.

Bedroom w/ Queen Bed, Satellite TV, Alarm Clock, Two closets, View of the Water

Bedroom w/ Queen Bed, Satellite TV, Alarm Clock, Two closets, View of the Water

Living Room with Full Size Pull out Sofa, Satellite TV, Stereo system.

Living Room with Full Size Pull out Sofa, Satellite TV, Stereo system.

Kitchen includes all utensils, washer, dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker, Keurig

Kitchen includes all utensils, washer, dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker, Keurig

Downstairs bathroom with Shower Tub.

Downstairs bathroom with Shower Tub.

Living Room with Full Size Pull out Sofa, Satellite TV, Stereo system.

Living Room with Full Size Pull out Sofa, Satellite TV, Stereo system.

Living Room with Views of the Water and Fireplace.

Living Room with Views of the Water and Fireplace.

View of Owenego Beach Club from Pier. Just steps away from vacation rental.

View of Owenego Beach Club from Pier. Just steps away from vacation rental.

Private Beach access included with vacation rental at Owenego Beach Club.

Private Beach access included with vacation rental at Owenego Beach Club.

Includes Membership during stay to Owenego Beach Club, steps away.

Includes Membership during stay to Owenego Beach Club, steps away.

Owenego Beach Club playground.

Owenego Beach Club playground.

Owenego Beach Club. IncludesTennis Court and Pro Tennis Coach Access.

Owenego Beach Club. IncludesTennis Court and Pro Tennis Coach Access.

Private Beach just steps away.

Private Beach just steps away.

Views of the Thimble Islands.

Views of the Thimble Islands.

Amazing paved walk way along beach side just steps from driveway.

Amazing paved walk way along beach side just steps from driveway.

3 min walk to fresh produce, milk, honey, eggs, bread, coffee & newspapers

3 min walk to fresh produce, milk, honey, eggs, bread, coffee & newspapers

Favorite watering hole 4 locals, visitors and yachters 5 min walk

Favorite watering hole 4 locals, visitors and yachters 5 min walk

Soft Shell Crabs, Hot Lobster Rolls and Fish Tacos only a 3 min walk away.

Soft Shell Crabs, Hot Lobster Rolls and Fish Tacos only a 3 min walk away.

Authentic Mexican Food made from scratch. 3 min walk. Yum!

Authentic Mexican Food made from scratch. 3 min walk. Yum!

Local Liquor Store 3 min walk.

Local Liquor Store 3 min walk.

Fresh Lobsters & Seafood. 2 min walk.

Fresh Lobsters & Seafood. 2 min walk.

Walk along the beach on this lovely path. Just steps away.

Walk along the beach on this lovely path. Just steps away.

View of Long Island Sound from Pier.

View of Long Island Sound from Pier.

Nearest Airport : Bradley Hartford- 60 miles or Tweed- 7 miles at 7 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Block Island Ferry at 42 Miles
Nearest Train : Shoreline East 39 Maple Street at 1.7 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Highway 95 at 3 Miles
Nearest Beach : On the Beach
Nearest Barpub : Lenny's at 0.2 Miles
Nearest Ski : Mount Southington at 30 Miles
Nearest Golf : Orchard Yacht & Country Club at 1.6 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Lenny's at 0.2 Miles
Car: not necessary

Walking distance to Lenny’s Restaurant for legendary Lobsters, Steaks and Seafood, Bud’s Fish Market for fresh Littleneck Clams, a marketplace, liquor store and more. The Outlet stores are 1/2 hour away, two casinos are one hour away, IKEA is a 15 minutes and the ferry to Block Island is a one hour drive.

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Changeover Day: negotiable

Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Branford, Connecticut

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Base Rate
$135
$800
$2,500
2 nights
 
 
Fall and Winter
Oct 8 - May 4
$135
2 nights
 
 
Summer
May 5 - Aug 28
$1,204
$3,600
7 nights
 
Discounts: 8 nights or more: $171 Nightly

Additional information about rental rates

Refundable Damage Deposit $500

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Branford, Connecticut

Property Type:
  • house
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 768 sq. ft.
  • 2 stories
Location Type:
  • Waterfront
  • Beach ...
    Owenego Beach Club- membership included during stay. Private Beach with restaurant, grill, snack bar, gorgeous lawn, manicured beach and two floating platforms. Easy access to kayaking.
  • Downtown ...
    Walk just a few steps to multiple awesome restaurants or head 1.9 miles downtown. Top Zagat rated restaurants including: Le Petit Cafe, Pasta Cosi, Ben & Jerry's. Or visit the numerous shops.
  • Resort ...
    Owenego Beach Club. Membership included during stay.
Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Romantic
  • Family
General:
  • Paper Towels
  • Laundry Soap
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Internet
  • Toilet Paper
  • Backpack
  • Wireless Internet
  • Living Room
  • Air Conditioning
  • Thermos Bottle
  • Activities Guide
  • Towels Provided
  • Parking ...
    Plenty of parking
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Fireplace
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Hair Dryer
  • Washing Machine
  • Sofa Bed
  • Shampoo
  • Alarm Clock
  • Heating
  • Iron & Board
  • Local Maps
  • Linens Provided
Kitchen:
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Ice Maker
  • Stove
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    Lobster Pot
  • Coffee Maker ...
    Kuerig and Coffee Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Lobster Pot
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Coffee Grinder
  • Toaster
  • Pantry Items
  • Kitchen
  • Grill
  • Freezer
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • Dining ...
    One table inside seats 4 inside, table outside seats 4, plus 2 can sit at bar in kitchen.
  • seating for 4 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower
  • Bathroom is downstairs
Bedrooms:
  • 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 queen , 1 sleep sofa /futon , Bedroom is upsatirs, sofa down
  • Bedroom is upstairs. Sleeps 2 comfortably, plus another possible 2 in the living room on the sofa bed if desired.
Entertainment:
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games for Kids
  • DVD Player
  • Television ...
    One upstairs in bedroom and a flat screen in living room.
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    Direct TV, plus TIVO to record shows, HBO and Showtime.
  • Video Library ...
    Large DVD Video Library
  • Music Library ...
    Connection to stereo for iphone or itouch. Play Pandora etc.
  • Books for Adults
  • CD Player
  • Books for Kids
  • Radio
  • Games
  • Toys
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Patio
  • Beach Towels
  • Large Cooler
  • Tennis Court
  • Raft
  • Barbecue
  • Small Cooler
  • Beach Chairs
  • 4 garden chairs
  • 4 beach chairs
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome ...
    Great for children. Owenego Beach club has an awesome park too.
  • pets not allowed
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
Onsite Services:
  • Concierge
  • Chauffeur
  • Private Chef
  • Massage
Attractions:
  • bay/sound
  • library
  • synagogues
  • cinemas
  • coin laundry
  • playground
  • festivals
  • marina
  • live theater
  • recreation center
  • winery tours
  • churches
  • museums
  • forests
  • restaurants
  • autumn foliage
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • sledding
  • scenic drives
  • beachcombing
  • photography
  • walking
  • paddle boating
  • outlet shopping
  • sight seeing
Local Services & Businesses:
  • Babysitter
  • medical services
  • hospital
  • fitness center
  • laundromat
  • massage therapist
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • tennis
  • cycling
  • golf
  • roller blading
  • basketball court
  • fishing
  • jet skiing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • water skiing
  • hunting
  • mountain biking
  • fly fishing
  • pier fishing
  • hiking
  • wind-surfing
  • swimming

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Branford, Connecticut

Beach House w Club Access, Views Thimble Islands, WiFi
average rating of 5.0 based on 8 reviews
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Beach House w Club Access, Views Thimble Islands, WiFi
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p999655
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Branford Connecticut Shore
5

Romantic cottage with beautiful water views

5 of 5
Submitted: October 25, 2012 Stayed: October 2012
My wife and I loved this quiet cottage with water views and all the surrounding beauty Connecticuts fall foliage has to offer. It's in a great little town with restaurants, wine bar with live music and a market within walking distance of the house. We also appreciated the private beach club access that is included in the rental just around the corner. The cottage itself was the perfect size for my wife and I. Waking up to spectacular sunrises overlooking the thimble islands is a magical start to any day. My wife also appreciated the washer and dryer in the unit. It's always nice when you can come home from vacation with clean clothes. I feel like the value you get from it's locale, and all the amenities included with this cottage is exceptional. I hope we can get back to this wonderful spot very soon.
Helpful votes: 3/3
business
Beach House w Club Access, Views Thimble Islands, WiFi
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p999655
+1 2035654004
Branford Connecticut Shore
5

Picture perfect beach house

5 of 5
Submitted: September 17, 2012 Stayed: September 2012
The cottage is nothing short of picture perfect.
My husband and I live in Naples FL. close to the water, coming here to Connecticut and staying by the shore was a different experience …..what a great idea.
We enjoyed the house very much, the pictures do no justice once you see it you will be in love, it is so clean, bright, neat and stocked with everything possible including washer, dyer, vacuum, full cable, gas grill outside, even all the beach accessories! Tastefully decorated, we felt very comfortable staying in the house.
Everything a vacationer can ask for. The bedroom sheets and towels felt and smelled so clean and fresh as if you just pulled them from the dryer, just like home.
The information guide book came in handy it provided us with the local restaurants, grocery stores and the cute beach house guest book with previous reviews was a plus we enjoyed reading their comments.
We were outside almost all the time, admiring the view of the water, relaxing, just enjoying whatever the weather brought.
We bought fresh seafood from the fish market and cooked them ourselves : they even had homemade clam chowder-yummy, enjoyed our wine and literally just relaxed and did nothing but enjoy the time away from our normal busy life.

We loved this house. It was amazing!!!!!!!! I hope everyone enjoys their stay as much as we did. We didn't want to leave.
The owners make this house feel like it's your. Details they put into it was amazing.
Your home is a joy !!! Thanks for everything!
Owner's Response: Julie, we were thrilled to have you stay. Thanks for such a touching review. Looking forward to having you back again!
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Beach House w Club Access, Views Thimble Islands, WiFi
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p999655
+1 2035654004
Branford Connecticut Shore
5

Cute little holiday house right next to the beach

5 of 5
Submitted: September 14, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
this was the perfect little house within a few paces from the beach (plus less than 10 mins walk from a variety of restauraunts) . the house if exceptionally well equiped and was ideal for my wife and I and our 11 year old daughter.
Owner's Response: Angus, thank you for your review. We are always looking for suggestions on additional items that can help the house be even better equipped so we are thrilled to hear you found it to be so. Glad to hear also you got a chance to spend time at the beach and restaurants.
Helpful votes: 3/3
business
Beach House w Club Access, Views Thimble Islands, WiFi
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p999655
+1 2035654004
Branford Connecticut Shore
5

WEEKEND GETAWAY

5 of 5
Submitted: September 11, 2012 Stayed: September 2012
WOW! what a wonderful place.
Everything was as advertised, the location is a gem! The house is clean and user friendly. Everything you need is there. Well decorated and spacious... We were very pleased.
We arrived on a friday and after unpacking we took a stroll over to the beach club, we sat on the lawn and relaxed then took a swim..ahhh how relaxing.
For lunch i headed out to the lobster shack for lobster rolls.....umm delicious!
Later that night after the little one went down, my wife and i popped a bottle of wine and took to the patio to enjoy some grilling and ocean sounds.... AGAIN how relaxing!
On our second day we took a cruise around the Thimble islands and had lunch in stony creek. Loved the cruise!
Again that night we grilled and relaxed.
On our last day we again took a stroll to the beach and dipped our feet in the water only to have the sad reailty we had to go...
Looking forward to another stay. Thanks for everything!
Brad & Jen
Owner's Response: Brad, what a fabulous description of your time at our beach house. So glad you enjoyed it. Can't wait to have you back again soon!
Helpful votes: 3/3
business
Beach House w Club Access, Views Thimble Islands, WiFi
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p999655
+1 2035654004
Branford Connecticut Shore
5

Modern Quaint Bungalow by the Beach

5 of 5
Submitted: August 23, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
This modern quaint bungalow has a compelling view of Long Island sound. Modern appointments inside made it comfortable. It had everything we needed down to the Lobster cracking tool we used on the Lobsters we cooked in the provided lobster pot. Several different sized coolers for trips to the beach or to nearby small towns. We took the historic tour of Guilford on Sunday - based on the pamphlet provided in the all encompassing "Information Folder" provide by the owners. We used the small cooler for our fishing trip. Clean and well maintained. Timely return of security deposit.
Owner's Response: Kevin, thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful stay and got to use the lobster pot and cracking tools. With Buds Fish market near by, it's so essential to have lobster tools. Looking forward to having you again.
Helpful votes: 3/3
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