Seaside Cottage on L.I Sound - Branford,Ct for a Week or More
| People | 3 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Space | 490 sq ft |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 4 - 7 nights |
Overview
Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath, (Sleeps 2)
Saturday is the changeover day for the minimum week long stay, ideal for a couple. Summertime: bask in the sun on the beach, or curl up with a book in the shade on the garden patio. Autumn: walk the shores, or sit by the fire. Spring: enjoy the bloom of flowers and the salt air. Every season has its own delights here on the Connecticut shore.
Halfway between New Your City and Boston, and situated at the back of a cluster of houses at 98 Limewood Avenue, the Ennis Cottage is away from street and traffic noise, but within 200 feet of a private beach. The cottage has been completely remodeled and is tastefully furnished and supervised by the owners.
In a minute one can sit with a panoramic view of Long Island Sound, between Haycock point and Indian Neck, looking out toward Green Island and the Thimble Islands. Fishing and boating are excellent.
A small park within one mile offers tennis, basketball, and a children's playground. A marketplace, liquor store, laundry, and three restaurants are within walking distance, and a larger mall and churches are with a few miles. The Branford Green hosts evening concerts, the Guilford Green that has a five acres of lawn, with Music on weekends, live Shakespeare on stage, surrounded by antique buildings with shops each unique and different from each other. Both towns offer Day Spas, Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop, Gift Stores, Clothing and Shoe Shops, Excellent Restaurants, Historical Homes, (third largest collection in CT) Museums, Orchards that offer fruit picking throughout the season. Local Farms offer Fresh organic produce, and August offers The Guilford Fair c.1859.
15 minutes away come aboard a narrated cruise of the Thimble Islands, 18 minutes north to Clinton Outlet stores, 20 minutes away is the Essex Steam Train & River Boat that can take you to Gillette Castle State Park, or to the Opera House on the river, and 45 minutes you can try you hand at Fox Woods Casino or enjoy Mohegan Sun.
The entire house has been renovated. living room has wall-to-wall carpeting, a new full size futon and a love seat, several chairs, bureau, television, VCR, telephone, cathedral ceiling, wireless internet connection, and stove with gas log.
The kitchen is new and well equipped with gas stove, microwave and grilling oven, refrigerator, pots and pans, dishes, glasses, and silverware. The bedroom has a double bed with drawers beneath, closet, built in air conditioner. Wall-to-wall carpeting.
This is a completely remodeled cottage which is quiet, clean and comfortable. You will love the patio with picnic table, gas grill in the back garden, with flowers all around.
Deposit can be sent to Ron Hekeler at 135 Green Hill Lane, Cheshire, CT 06410 or 98D Limewood Avenue, Branford, Ct 06405
Returning guests use last years rates
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About Ron Hekeler
Retired professor and wife enjoying his grandkids, travel and being at the beach.
Ron Hekeler purchased this cottage in 1971
Why Ron Hekeler chose Pine Orchard
We bought in Branford because it was one half hour from our home, had a lovely beach and nice neighbors. We can go into New Haven to the theater, art galleries. Not far from the casinos and all our kids.
What makes this cottage unique
Love clamming, sailing on the Terviseks, swimming. Branford has many excellent restaurants, from really classy to outside patio dining in a marina. The center has a town green which has many activities through the summer, plus interestng shops and stores. We are a half hour ride to the outlet shops. And it is quiet.
Guestbook comments from the owner
We just got back from spending a lovely week at Ennis Cottage. This was our first beach vacation with our 9 month old daughter and it was the perfect situation. The cottage was very clean and tidy; the kitchen had everything we needed and we loved spending time in our little private backyard with the grill! The beach was very easily accessed and it was lovely to meet all their wonderful neighbors. We enjoyed several of the local restaurants, especially the Tuesday night 2 for 1 lobster dinner at Lenny's Lobster Shack...not to be missed! Overall we had a lovely time and Ron and Bernadette were extremely cordial! Thanks so much!
Fatima
Facilities
Accommodation and facilities for this holiday cottage in Pine Orchard in Branford
- cottage
- Self-catering
- 490 sq ft
- Max. occupancy: 3
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- Beachfront ...
- Away From It All
- Family
- Air Conditioning ...
- Gas Fireplace
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided ...
- Living Room ...
- Parking Off Street ...
- Telephone
- Towels Provided
- Wireless Internet ...
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items ...
- Refrigerator ...
- Hob
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining
- Dining Area
- seating for 4 people
- 1 Bathroom
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Bathroom 1 -
- 1
- 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3
- Double Beds (1), Sleep Sofa or Futons (1)
- Books
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Games
- Music Library
- Satellite / Cable
- Television ...
- Toys
- Video Player
- Video Library
- Boat ...
- Terrace
- Garden
- Barbecue
- 6 garden chairs
- 4 deck chairs
- Alternative Lifestyle
- churches
- cinemas
- festivals
- library
- live theatre
- marina
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- synagogues
- winery tours
- antique hunting
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- Boating
- gambling casinos
- outlet shopping
- scenic drives
- Shelling
- Shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundrette - serviced
- medical services
- cycling
- fishing
- hiking
- Kayaking
- sailing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.9/5 -
(42 traveller reviews)
Pleasant and Clean Guest Cottage
We found the cottage quiet, pleasant, bright, and clean. We enjoyed the small, private beach and the walking trails nearby. The owners were attentive to our needs, but respectful of our privacy. We loved spending time here and hope to return!
Okay
First, I don't understand why I can't get this to switch from I LOVED IT to NOT REALLY above.
The cottage was nice. A few minor issues but nothing that really bothered us. TV is small. Bedroom is small. No tub. No washer/dryer. Doing laundry was expensive. Owner wanted us to open windows and use ceiling fan as much as possible. We would do this when leaving for the day and always came back to a stuffy cottage. But we continued to honor owners request. Parking is tight to begin with - then owner had company and parked cars on the front lawn of cottage- which we had to negotiate around in the dark when returning to cottage at night. Owner furnishes I set of towels, etc per week per person but did provide extra washcloths when we requested. Owner answered phone promptly when we called and came right over when we had a problem with leaky sink.
BUT BE AWARE - TAKE A PICTURE OF THE FURNITURE ARRANGEMENT WHEN YOU ARRIVE - owner kept part of our deposit because two wicker chairs and two small side tables were not put back in their exact location/position - they were in the same room still but not placed exactly right. How petty !!! GET THE OWNER TO LOOK OVER THE HOUSE BEFORE YOU LEAVE- owner also kept part of our deposit because he said "there were coffee stains on the carpet " - we DID NOT have any coffee while there. Owner also kept part of our deposit because "floors were not swept and mopped per agreement." We did sweep, vacuum and mop but obviously not good enough for him. When we arrived - the cabin looked nice and it was nice but after being there - we started to notice things - crumbs under the toaster oven, yucky goop in bottom of toothbrush holder, dust here and there, dirt between walls and furniture, disgusting looking conditioner in shower, tv picture always dark looking and noise from DVD player. We didn't complain about any of this because it was not that big of a deal and we are not petty. But now since owner decided to deduct money from our deposit for the furniture not being placed absolutely correct - for accusing us of spilling coffee and for stating that we didn't sweep or mop - I have emailed the owner with all the small complaints we could have voiced but didn't. I have not heard back from the owner.
I would not recommend this place to anyone.
A Sweet Retreat!
Ennis Cottage is everything a couple or single individual are looking for: a soothing and pleasing decor, every convenience, close to the beach, restaurants, scenic walking, private and safe, plus friendly and helpful owners! (Did I mention an awesome ocean breeze when you open the windows?) The only thing I regret is not renting it for two weeks instead of one ! Oh, well, summer 2018 is coming. . . .
completely favorable
very well supplied and outfitted perfectly.
comfortable bedding, singular drawback was small bedroom and bathroom
town of Branford was a unexpected jewel with many wonderful restaurants and great town center.
beach is steps away.
Hosts are beyond delightful and responsive in all ways
Highly recommended
caryl and gene
Lovely Cottage, we really enjoyed our stay!
Everything was there! Exept for the sun but what can you do ;-) The location is perfect, small but comfy...Very friendly and helpful hosts. We will centainly come again!
Thanks for having us.
Jaap & Pien from the Netherlands.
Unplugged, But Not Remote
My husband and I needed to unplug. So, we spent the latter part of September at Ennis Cottage – a home-away-from home: comfy, cozy, clean, and well-equipped, cool during the hot spell, and warmed when weather turned cool. The bed, very important for my bad back, was totally comfortable and provided a really restful sleep. The cordial and conscientious owners provided a binder with answers to almost all the questions guests usually ask. Yet they were available to answer queries. A private beach across the street offered a super place to enjoy the fresh air, sunshine, and a great swim. Yet not far away was a wide selection of restaurants, plus great markets for fresh fish, meat and vegetables. Although we did check our e-mail daily, the tv remained untouched. So much to enjoy. The time flew, and it was hard to leave. Our thanks to the friendly and caring owners for doing everything to make us eager to return.
Location
Private neighborhood beach, Clamming, kayaking around the Thimble Islands, explore the Ct River, the casinos are an hour drive, Outlet shopping 1/2 hour drive.New Haven has theaters, museums, galleries.
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Prices & Availability
Prices for this holiday cottage in Pine Orchard, Connecticut Shore
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
| Rental Period | Minimum Price | Additional Nights | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly * | Event Price | |||
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Low
14 Apr 2018 -
15 Jun 2018
4 night minimum stay
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£352
for 4 nights
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From
£88
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£581
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£2,112
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High
16 Jun 2018 -
7 Sep 2018
7 night minimum stay
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£704
for 7 nights
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£704
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£2,323
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low
8 Sep 2018 -
19 Oct 2018
4 night minimum stay
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£352
for 4 nights
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From
£88
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£581
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£2,112
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My Standard Rate
7 night minimum stay
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£704
for 7 nights
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£704
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Additional pricing information
| Refundable Damage Deposit | £140.78 |
Rates are subject to change. Extra person above two is $5.00 per night
Within 30 days before arrival the rental fee is nonrefundable unless we are able to
rebook the property. If we rebook the property we will refund a prorated share of the rental fee for each day we are able to fill less a $25 cancellation fee.
* Approximate monthly price. Actual pricing will depend on the days of the month you stay.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
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