Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Rocky Neck State Park and Rocky Neck State Beach. Giants Neck Beach and The Book Barn are also within 3 miles (5 km).
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 10 min drive
Lyme Tavern Cafe - 4 min drive
The Shack - 10 min drive
Smokey O'Gradys BBQ & Pub - 10 min drive
Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Waterfront 4 bed/4 bath Peaceful Oasis in Giants Neck Beach Community
Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Give you and yours the chance to detach, unwind, relax and Just Be. At Osprey Cove you can enjoy kayaking through the salt marshes and, sunning at the private beach (3/4 miles away - 12-minute walk or 2-minute drive with private permit parking pass provided), or hiking/biking through the pinewood forest. If peace, quiet, sun and water are on your list for a getaway no need to look any further. Plenty of comfy spaces inside and out to lounge and look at the water. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac right next to walking trail.
Property manager
Liz Kametz
Languages
English
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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
Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 3,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless 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 complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please see detailed check out instructions in the written booklet.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Please submit note with breed, size and demeanor
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 2380895
Waterfront 4 bed/4 bath Peaceful Oasis in Giants Neck Beach Community Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Julie L.
May 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home!
Beautiful home with a beautiful location. Lots to do at the home and the area surrounding. Perfect for our large family to stay for graduation. Loved watching the birds and trains from the deck and collecting shells at the beach.
Julie L.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Amy P.
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Vacation
Great, cozy property with beautiful views of the trees, community and osprey. Three bedrooms and sleeping space near the kitchen had great views. House includes a rec room with adjoining twin bed room on the lowest level, which we were looking forward to using but couldn’t because the area was wasn’t heated. Otherwise, wonderful house for all family members!
Amy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan L.
Dec 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
We want to go back!
A wonderful, well-equipped and clean home with a beautiful view of the salt marsh from the upper deck. The sunsets over the marsh were spectacular!
Jonathan L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike F.
Aug 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
An Absolute Gem!
Can't say enough good things about this beautiful rental property. We found it to be clean, well stocked with all the amenities we would need, and spacious enough for our 3 small families to be comfortable. The owners are delightful to deal with and assured us that they would be available to reach if we needed anything (we didn't need a thing because the home had everything!). The location is convenient to many attractions. The home itself is situated on a fairytale lot. We could not have been more pleased and strongly recommend it to anyone looking to stay in that area of Connecticut.
Mike F.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elaine T.
Jul 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for multigeneration family group
We had a great stay at Osprey Cove! The views of the wetlands and osprey nest were amazing.
We had a multi-generation group of 7 and the house was perfect for our needs.
The house was well-maintained and clean. There was plenty of space, with living rooms on the first floor and lower floor. There was also lots of outdoor space, with balconies with seating. The beds were very comfortable. It was convenient to have four bathrooms.
We appreciated the large dining table so our group could all eat together. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cutlery.
It was a quick drive to the beach, and there was plenty of beach parking while we were there.
The house had a lot of gear for the kids, with bikes, games, and puzzles. We didn't end up using the kayaks, but it was nice to have as an option.
Communication with the owner was easy and fast.
Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Elaine T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris S.
Jan 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay
Liz was a fantastic host . She was very responsive and answered any questions I had very quickly. The house was beautiful. It was very clean as well. Great property! Highly recommend!! Would certainly stay again
Chris S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tim M.
Oct 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Mini-Reunion
Had a 3-family mini-reunion. Lots of beds and rooms. Beautiful house that was very clean. Very stunning, unique view overlooking the salt marsh. Enjoyed taking the kayaks out right from back of the property. Nice trail nearby through the woods to walk the dogs.
Tim M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
John B.
Oct 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply awesome
Great house, great host! The house was fully stocked with anything you might need and there was plenty of space. Very quiet neighborhood and the view from the back deck was amazing. Host was extremely responsive to our requests as our plans changed last minute. We will definitely be back.
John B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katherine M.
Aug 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Captivating coastal charm
It is hard to out into words how much this home provided us with a beautiful, restful, peaceful and invigorating stay. Our hosts were attentive, organized, helpful and answered our questions immediately when we needed. The house is beautiful and the balcony views just breathtaking. I am not able to find the words to describe how wonderful our stay was. You will have to see for yourselves!
Katherine M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Molly M.
Aug 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect gathering place!
Our family really could not have been happier with our week at Osprey Cove... an ideal spot for our family gathering. With our group ranging in age from 6 to 89, we found the house to be very accommodating for all ages. If the review section allowed for more characters, I could go on and on about how great the house is, how incredible the location is, how cute the little town of Niantic is. This is such a great vacation spot!
Overall, the house is NICE... everything is high quality. It was immaculately clean and well organized - we found everything we needed very easily. Very nice and convenient supply of beach gear. Lots of chairs and 2 nice big umbrellas. Helpful not to have to pack those big items!
Aside from how nice the house is inside, then there is the magic and beauty of the location. The view from the back decks is something I don't think one could ever get tired of! As someone who loves to paddle board, it was truly one of the nicest places I've ever paddled. Winding through the salt march, out to the Sound... with the birds swooping and the train rumbling by - it was amazing. (The train doesn't use it's horn in that area so there is no major noise factor.)
Highly recommend the nearby restaurant Fat Tuna. Great food and atmosphere.
My family feels so fortunate to have found a place that worked out so well for our week together. We will cherish the memories and all the beautiful pictures we were able to take!
Molly M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Margaret R., Framingham MA
Jul 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family beach vacation
Our stay was extremely relaxing and we loved this home. It was spacious and accommodating. We hope to visit again in coming years. The location is amazing being near a trail, close to the beach and 10 mins from downtown restaurants. The neighborhood is cute and included many friendly neighbors who said hi during our evening strolls. The views from the backyard/decks are spectacular. We were able to see the Osprey everyday. We walked a few times to the beach and also used the beach pass to park close by.
The hosts are easy to communicate with so definitely reach out if you have questions and are considering booking this rental.
Margaret R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Evie H.
Jun 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Hershey getaway
We were very pleased with the accommodations and the condition of the property and the location. We were pleasantly surprised to see the twin beds in the lower level, which were not shown on the pictures that were online. It was the perfect place for the teenagers, we did a little bit of kayaking. We went to the beach and spent lots of time playing games and reconnecting his family. Liz was very easy to connect with, and answered our questions quickly we were very pleased to have her as a host. Because it is midway between Maine and Pennsylvania we may be using this vacation home again.
Evie H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sherry B.
Feb 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Year round bliss!
Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, this home is perfect! So many rooms to cozy up and hang and we couldn’t get enough of the tranquil water surroundings. Host was superb, can’t wait to come back!
Sherry B.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christopher A., Jersey City, USA
Jan 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Escape!
Our stay in Niantic exceeded our expectations! The home was perfect for our group; a quiet cul-de-sac location, properly stocked with the essentials and close to activities (casinos, trails/hiking, etc). Liz was a pleasure to work with, we would absolutely stay here again.
Christopher A.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Leigh S.
Jul 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Love the location! Very roomy house.
Me and my family loved staying in this area, perfect location for the beach and relaxing. Kids loved all of the bikes, and the kayaks were put to good use. House was cool, comfortable with lots of room.
Leigh S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wendy S.
Mar 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family retreat
We were so pleasant surprised time and time again the size of the rental was beyond gracious, the ease of getting supplies in the area was easy, the amenities were family friendly just what we were looking for.
Wendy S.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
BerniceAnn P.
Sep 13, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful family getaway
Wonderful property located on a peaceful marsh with beautiful birds-ospreys, egrets, herons-kayaking on calm waters. The house is in excellent condition and perfect for multigenerational families with children who want to spend time together as well as private time. Location is great-2 minutes by car from beach; walkable too (~10 min), right at edge of hiking path in nature park. Liz is a great host- very responsive. Lots of amenities-towels, beach chairs, etc. and even interesting and fun toys for children The pictures don’t do it justice-it is even better than it looks.
BerniceAnn P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Eileen W R., Somers, Connecticut, USA
Sep 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with everything you could need!
We had a wonderful week at Osprey Cove! We've been using VRBO for vacation rentals twice a year since 2006 and this is one of the nicest homes we've rented. A beautiful master bedroom with en suite bath (soaking tub and separate shower), with a nice size deck to catch the sunrise, plus two other nice bedrooms on the second floor with another bathroom to share. The main floor has another deck with a seating area for four, plus a screened porch off the kitchen and a patio area for grilling with a table and chairs. Finally the lower level has a large family room with an 80" TV perfect for gaming which opens out to the back yard and another patio for sunning.
There were wonderful things to see and do in the area. Our family launched the kayaks from both the backyard and the nearby association clubhouse and made use everyday of the clean association beach which directly borders Rocky Neck State park. Main Street Niantic is a 10 minute drive with restaurants and shops and it's only minutes to The Book Barn - the best used book store in New England. We also took a day trip to Mystic, a 25 minute drive, for the sights and attractions there.
Our host was great and always available by text or cell, (our first day there was during hurricane Ida!) and this home is high on our list for a return summer week. The only "fault" - please add a nice reading light in the living room to curl up with all those $1 paperbacks we bought at Book Barn!