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Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals

Cottage perfectly located for exploring Branford

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Marina
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Branford, CT
  • Place, Farm River State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Yale University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Branford

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Branford cottage, you'll find Double Beach and Shoreline Trolley Museum. Branford Hills Plaza Shopping Center and East Haven Town Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Farm River State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yale University - 10 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Hammonasset Beach State Park - 22 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Quinnipiac University - 24 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater - 35 min drive - 44.1 km

Getting around

  • Branford Station - 8 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Branhaven Plaza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Twin Pines Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 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.

Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals

If you want a great place to walk to Restaurants, local post office, private beach, trails,Trolley Museum, with a 5 minute drive to Stony Creek Brewery, the Shoreline East Train Station and Branford's town center or visit New Haven either by bus, train or car in about 10 minutes, this is the place.
It's location is in one of Branford's desirable and historic beach communities.
Our charming 2 bedroom cottage with it's wrap around front porch has a warmth that is bright, comfortable and inviting. The wood and tile floors offer a clean and open feel. The bedrooms also with wood floors are bright and comfortable. One of the bedrooms has a window seat with views of the river, it is a great room to take in the natural light and read or just sit and relax.
The location is great and our home with it's charm and comfort is a must see.

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Exterior
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cozy Home Short Beach Private Beach New Haven Area Colleges
Cozy Home Short Beach Private Beach New Haven Area Colleges

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals to the airport?

This cottage is 3 mi (7-min drive) away from the New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals to the beach?

This cottage is 1.2 mi (2-min drive) from Double Beach and 2.3 mi (4-min drive) from East Haven Town Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals to downtown Branford?

This cottage is 2.4 mi away from Branford.

Cozy Home near private beach , close to New Haven area colleges Hospitals Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 77 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was cozy and warm during a cold winter storm. With 27” of snow, the owner’s were busy shoveling and plowing out the cottage. We loved the location, a short walk from a beach with views and a nice neighborhood.
View at the nearby beach in the winter
Cozy and warm in the front room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was everything we could hope for.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with one of the most serene views you could have
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage in a beautiful area of short beach. Joel the host was very kind and knowledgeable about the area and things to do. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great stay

Exactly as advertised, very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for a stay

My wife and I stayed here for a week with our dog while we were having our floors done at home. This was the perfect place for us. It was clean, inviting and it was close to everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was very nice, nice and cozy, but we didn’t know the owners lived on the property too, but it was cool I need better roll out beds due to you feel the spring thicker mattress It was a cool nice stay and they need a new pot sets for Family that want to cook.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joel and Joanne did a great job. Everything was where it should be. Clean n cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Had to leave 5 days early there was no heat on the second floor the oven broke on Xmas day the place is very dated
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We really loved our experience at this adorable beach house. It was clean and comfortable and had a great location. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RANDY C S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice spot for a short stay

The hosts were great - very responsive. Location was convenient. The cottage is a little quirky in its layout, but we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucien V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Stay away from home

We needed a short stay away from home, and Joel's property was a great option for us! We had everything we needed and enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dolores K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place to stay, it was perfect for 2! And The host went over and beyond.. went out and bought a blender once we were there, since I needed one and let us use his grill when we had a lot to cook at once for my sons friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage visit

Joel was terrific, very responsive. The “cozy cottage” was everything we were expecting and hoping for. We plan to return.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

deborah r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

Comfortable, well stocked and great location! Owner very responsive.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Beach Vacation

The house was very clean and well organized. The bed was very comfortable and I loved the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

The cottage was a cozy hideaway! We walked, wandered, lazed, bbq”d tasty meals—delightful! We enjoyed it so much we extended our stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Beach

Lovely beach cottage with yard, close to Short Beach, attentive owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Pleasant short stay

We only stayed a couple of days but the place was ideal point from which to explore the Branford area. Owners are God’s, helpful people. Nice beach maybe 4/5 minutes away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter weekend

Had a good stay no issues. Listing was as posted as well as clean and quaint. Hosts were very accommodating and parking was not an issue at all. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach House

Overall nice house. There were some issues with the a/c units which were promptly addressed by the owner, who lives next door.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

evie j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tje cottage is well organized and welcoming, an easy drive to stores and good restaurants not to men

Easy, affordable, friendly, private, convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage!

This is a wonderful 2 bedroom cottage in a lovely town . Close to everything! We were there early December so there were lots of beautiful sights. Just note the stairs to bedrooms were tricky.Joel, the owner was super responsive and worked hard to accommodate us when we had extra needs!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant One Month Stay

This home was perfect for our one month stay in the area! Convenient to shopping and Yale University. As others have mentioned, it is located very close to a busy road and can be quite noisy at times. Additionally, being a 100 y/o home there are some quirks, but overall it is quite charming and made for a wonderful stay for us. The owners are nearby and were very accomodating to requests throughout our stay. I would definitely book again and also recommend to others!
Stayed 32 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice small house

Good place in a nice area, good beach, nice owners with minimal pots and pans for cooking on a surprisingly busy (in August) and noisy street given the low speed limit and stop sign. We're full time travelers
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024