Private Cottage on Thimble Islands: 3-bedrooms & tons of private outdoor space

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Dates

February 2025

March 2025

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Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Explore the area

Branford, CT

Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District
‪1 min walk‬
Stony Creek Museum
‪4 min drive‬
Bill Miller’s Castle
‪11 min drive‬
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
‪20 min drive‬

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Unobstructed Long Island Sound views directly across with walking path

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

for 1 home

includes taxes & fees

14 Feb - 15 Feb

About this property

Entire place

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

Escape to this adorable 3-bedroom solar cottage on Pot Island in the Thimble Islands. With 3 queen beds and 2 twin beds, this cozy retreat is perfect for families or friends looking for an private getaway. The bathroom is well-equipped for your needs. A phenomenal place to call homebase while you're away, we hope you enjoy your stay.

This single family home sits on 1 acer of land on a private island with use of two docks. The kitchen was renovated in 2024 and there is a large gas grill for use. The house has a two large decks, perfect for gathering at meal times. The front deck is covered and the back deck is uncovered. There is also a small back deck off the primary bedroom with an outdoor shower with amazingly strong water pressure.

The home is solar and propane powered. The solar system supports the house, including lights, ceiling fan, phone/computer chargers, and the refrigerator. There are limitations with a solar home including absolutely no use of a hair dryer. The propane runs the stove and instant hot water heater.

The island is shared with two other homes, out of sight from this dwelling, each on their acer of land. There is a passenger ferry that runs every hour on the hour to get to and from the private location.

You can learn more about The Thimble Islands via these links:
https://www.nytimes.com/2007/06/24/travel/24explorer.html
https://connecticuthistory.org/the-thimble-islands-little-islands-with-a-big-history/
https://www.thimbleislands.com/
https://www.ctinsider.com/connecticutmagazine/explore/article/explore-thimble-islands-and-stony-creek-18206599.php

This place is the perfect location to sit back, relax, swim, take a sail, watch the sun set with a glass of wine, go for a paddle board ride and/or read a book.

If you are looking for a longer or shorter stay, please reach out, we are open to a discussion. Thank you!

During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a stovetop in the cottage.

The cottage offers a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a stovetop
Steps from Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and a 4-minute drive from Stony Creek Museum

This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Branford cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Oven
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bathrooms

Bath or shower
Toilet paper
Soap

Outdoor areas

Barbecue

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Safety features

No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
No smoke detector (host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property

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.