When you stay at this cottage in Old Lyme, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lyme Academy of Fine Arts and Rocky Neck State Park. .This cottage is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Ocean Beach Park and 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from New London Ferry Dock.
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 10 min drive
Dunkin' - 9 min drive
Saybrook Point Inn & Spa - 16 min drive
Teddy's Old Lyme Pizza Palace - 16 min walk
Lyme Tavern - 8 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.
Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach
Escape to this marvelous waterfront beach community in Old Lyme. This quaint retreat features 1 queen bed and 2 full beds, in a one level living. Perfect for a cozy getaway. Enjoy the Sandy beach, swimming, sailing, paddling, crabbing, fishing and BBQ. Nearby golf courses, Gillette castle, Mystic seaport, casino, Conn college, Coast guard, Yale University. Experience the magic of Old Lyme at our cottage.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a pickleball court or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Bicycles
Boat
Kayak
Padel
Pickleball
Tennis
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)
General
Bicycles
Comprehensive food waste policy
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Housekeeping (on request)
Local artist showcase
Recycling
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please return the house the way you found, Thanks.
Do not take any blankets to the beach area.
No pots and pans to the beach.
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a 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
Direct LI sound waterfront cottage, one level living in Hawks Nest Beach Reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Laurie B.
23 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The location was superb - the house was pretty well stocked - would just recommend some decent kitchen knives and a blanket for each room as it got pretty chilly. Overall a great rental property - would definitely rent it again!
Laurie B.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Claudia L.
12 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little beachfront cottage right on the water ...a few steps across your own beach. We had a very relaxing, comfortable visit.
Claudia L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
James C.
14 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had the absolute best time! The property is right on the beach and you just can’t beat the view from your porch. Our toddlers loved being able to go back and forth throughout the day and it had all the amenities we could have asked for, even double ply toilet paper! Ely was a wonderful host and we’re looking forward to staying again in the future!