You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Summer Cottage with Water Views at Great Hammock Beach in Old Saybrook
Our Great Hammock Beach cottage is a seasonal rental with 4 bedrooms and 1 bath. Recently installed central air conditioning and heat. Well maintained with a deck overlooking a salt marsh and river. Only 10 cottages from the beautiful private beach. Private boat launch available just 3 cottages away. Wonderful family friendly community of 70 cottages offers a quiet, uncongested and relaxing vacation. One bedroom has a queen bed, 2 bedrooms have double beds and 1 has twin beds. Kitchen is fully equipped with stove, refrigerator and microwave. Cable TV and WiFi are provided. We ask our guests to bring linens and towels as the price of our four bedroom rental is priced accordingly. Cleaning service is provided. During the summer months of July and August, a one week stay is required, Saturday to Saturday. Old Saybrook is one of the finest summer communities in Connecticut with easy access to Mystic Seaport, Premium Outlet Malls and some of the finest restaurants. Renters must be 25 years of age or older.
Weekend Rentals: We are very happy to rent our cottage during the off season for a minimum of two nights. Please note that we do not rent for after prom parties or similar. We do live three houses away and are available to assist with any of your needs during your stay.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Harvey's Beach. The cottage offers a kitchen and a patio.
Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, patio, and living room
Just a 5-minute walk from Harvey's Beach and a 3-minute drive from Saybrook Country Barn
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Old Saybrook cottage is smoke free.
Property manager
Scott Loveland
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shower
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Coin laundry
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
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.
Summer Cottage with Water Views at Great Hammock Beach in Old Saybrook Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Nathanael M.
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful backyard view and neighborhood
Our 2nd time to stay at this cozy little cottage.
We always enjoy our time spent here. And we do enjoy the homemade banana bread.
Nathanael M.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenny N.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Rental in a Perfect Spot
This rental was just what my friends and I needed for a wedding nearby. Mary-Jo and Scott were very responsive and clear in the check-in instructions, and made the stay stress-free! I would recommend this rental to anyone that is looking for a reliable space in a safe neighborhood!
Jenny N.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacob C.
17 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Charter
I and a group of friends stayed at Scott and Mary-Jo's VRBO for a fishing charter we had in Old Saybrook. We were very satisfied with our stay and the VRBO itself. They even made us homemade banana bread! Would highly recommend this VRBO.
Jacob C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy L.
17 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Property was very clean and the outdoor deck was a great place to have a morning coffee with an excellent view. The banana bread was delicious and very thoughtful.
Wendy L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany S.
7 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!! No complaints...
First and foremost the inlet is awesome for the family...we spent the week playing in the giant puddles ..it was the perfect intro to the ocean! At high tide we grilled and enjoyed the backyard! Super friendly neighborhood.. multiple public beaches in walking distance..house has everything you need and nothing you don't to enjoy a quick family get away!
Tiffany S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jim L.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
comfy & cozy
The cottage was quite wonderful with a large kitchen and comfy porched living-room. Scott was very quick regarding any communication. The only thing in the description that I would add is that " you'll need to bring your own towels and bed linens". It wasn't a problem, but our airplane carry-on bags only were already packed. We made our adjustments and ended up checking a bag, no worries. Just a thought. We thoroughly enjoyed its quiet and relaxing location.
Jim L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joanna K.
23 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay! Superb Location!
Wonderful stay!
The hosts are friendly and communicative; the location is superb - so beautiful and you can smell the salt in the air; and the cottage was cozy and all that we needed.
Thank you for a great stay!
Joanna K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, very clean, lots of sleeping space
Very clean, beautiful view out back, close to town and beaches, everything you need easily available. Highly recommend.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa H.
14 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Guys weekend
Great house and really nice owner! Would love to stay there again.
Melissa H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Savannah O.
7 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Great place to stay! The house was very clean and well stocked in the kitchen. Made it very easy to cook meals. Our family and two small children had a great time. The hosts had great communication and made sure we had everything we needed! Would definitely book again!
Savannah O.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Liz H.
29 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We needed another house to accommodate family in town for a family reunion. It worked about perfectly! And the banana bread was delicious ❤️
Liz H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nathanael M.
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Relaxing
The quiet friendly community, the short walk to the ocean, the peaceful back yard that looked on to the marsh and tidal river, the sight of boats, the walks on the nearby sand bars, the comfortable and well stocked cottage, and the accommodating hosts are all great reasons to recommend this cottage as a great place to stay near Old Saybrook.
Nathanael M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shay S.
16 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Weekend
Can't say enough about Scott and Mary-Jo,
Wonderful, responsive and kind people.
House was/is super clean, appointed exceptionally cute.
Barely half a block from the water and absolutely beautiful.
We will be staying again
Shay S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Allison R.
27 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy getaway!
This property far exceeded our expectations. I don't think the pictures do it justice! Spotless, quiet, comfortable, and quite spacious living areas. The neighborhood was great, both private and local town beaches were just what we wanted.
Allison R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicole R.
24 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Mother/Daughter Bliss
We couldn't have asked for more beautiful weather or a more serene location to get away from the daily hustle and bustle. The owners gave fantastic suggestions to make the best of our stay, and were a blessing when we accidentally got locked out. The banana bread was a pleasant addition to greet us on our arrival and the neighborhood was welcoming. We absolutely loved our mothers/daughters vacation!
Nicole R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Russell H., Colorado Springs
12 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice Cottage
Property was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped for a lengthy stay but we were only there for a couple of nights and did not cook at all. TV and WiFi were provided, beds were comfortable, and the location is in a quiet cottage neighborhood just steps from a private little beach. The back yard looks out over an inlet - a very pleasant place to sit in the provided Adirondack chairs. You need to be aware that there are no bed linens in the cottage and it wasn't mentioned in the property write-up. We were made aware a few weeks before our stay and it was impractical for us to bring our own on a long plane flight. The owner will supply these for a charge, but after I fussed about not knowing this up front, they graciously waived the fee. They also provided a freshly baked loaf of banana nut bread upon our arrival. Scott stopped by to make sure everything was in order and was only a few houses away to respond to any needs. Overall, very nice property.
Russell H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Glenn H.
10 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Good to be home
After growing up in the area and returning many years later, it was a pleasure to take in the area from such a beautiful vantage point on the marsh at Great Hammock Beach. Really appreciate Scott, the owner responding to my asking if the property had a fire pit by dropping off a large Solo stove with firewood for our enjoyment. That is truly Great Hammock hospitality!
Glenn H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan H.
21 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend
The property was fine but weather was not. Was a little chilly in the house.
Susan H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica A.
18 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
This house was so cute and cozy with plenty of room for our group. Communication with the property owners was great. They were very friendly and even made banana bread for us, which was delicious! Would definitely recommend.
Jessica A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Erin C., Wethersfield
3 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Where do I even start? Everything about our stay was perfect! We were greeted with a lovely note and delicious banana bread baked by the owner. The cottage was so clean and a perfect size for my family. The neighborhood was quiet and full of lovely people. The beach was so close and perfect for my 9 year old daughter and nephew. Mary Jo and Scott are such wonderful people and we can’t wait to rent from them again 💙
Erin C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Connie M.
23 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Relax and refresh
We had another relaxing stay in Old Saybrook. This was our second year renting this cottage and it did not disappoint again. The cottage is very clean, has beautiful sunsets and is yards away from the beach. We came and went with the tide as low tide is our favorite time. This year we were surprised by some delicious banana bread upon arrival which my son highly enjoyed. If you are looking for a low key and relaxing spot on the CT shore this cottage shouldn’t be over looked.
Connie M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Emilie A.
8 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
cute cottage and great location
Booked this for a 6 day stay. Was the perfect size for me and my husband, and his nephew stayed a couple of nights as well. Location is perfect, being steps from the ocean and a short walk to Harvey's Beach. You will need to bring linens, but the property manager will let you know ahead of time. Also, the shower temperature is backwards, just move the handle until it gets hot :)
Emilie A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen E.
16 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
My Mother & I stayed here as we have family nearby. We both were so impressed - it was neat as a pin & super clean. Previously we've stayed at underwhelming hotels when we've come to this area & we'll never do that again! This cottage was so cozy, the neighborhood was serene and peaceful. and the neighbors we met were so friendly. We loved sitting out back and watching the osprey and the cattails swaying in wind. Our visit left us feeling very well rested! The owners were super nice - we enjoyed homemade banana bread! We loved driving to downtown for shopping and lunch at Penny Lane. Even though it felt a bit remote, we were able to get an Uber if needed which was terrific as I don't even like to have 1 drink & drive! There is a HIGH police presence in this town so we felt very safe and I would encourage you to use Uber too if having a drink. Great little cottage, would definitely stay there again. Bedrooms are roomy & although we were only 2, I could see being comfortable with full capacity. Thanks for a great stay.
Karen E.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Elaine F.
23 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
A Two Night Stay
We arrived mid day very tired and stressed from our long drive. The cottage was very clean, bright and welcoming. We were 5 adults in town for a family wedding. We found plenty of room for all of us with even a bedroom to spare. We all thought the beds were very comfy too. The wifi worked great which these days really matters. The cottage beat staying in separate hotel rooms giving us a place to relax together. The owners left a delicious home made banana bread in the 'fridge which was a nice surprise. We enjoyed it with our morning coffee. We loved the village of Old Saybrook too. There were many little boutiques and eateries to enjoy. A beautiful little beach neighborhood with a short walk to the beach. Still enjoyed even in October. I highly recommend this sweet little cottage!!
Elaine F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mia W.
6 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend rental
This house was perfect for my friends / family and I for a wedding weekend in the area.