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BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery!

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Branford, CT
  • Place, Foote Memorial Park Tennis Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Stony Creek Brewery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Yale University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Branford

With a stay at this vacation home in Branford (Branford Center), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yale University and Yale-New Haven Hospital. .This vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Stony Creek Brewery and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Double Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Foote Memorial Park Tennis Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Stony Creek Brewery - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Yale University - 10 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Yale-New Haven Hospital - 11 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Quinnipiac University - 24 min drive - 16.1 miles

Getting around

  • Branford Station - 16 min walk
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Branhaven Plaza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Branford Townhouse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬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.

BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery!

This charming early 1900’s carriage house is 250 yards from the beach, marinas, dock & a park! It has hardwood floors throughout and is about 1200 sq ft. It also has it's own backyard. The center of town which has lots of shops & restaurants is just a few minutes away... you could even walk it! The train station is 1 mile away & a Brewery is around the corner! New haven is only 10 minutes! You can't beat the location... or the house! We have a single kayak and a double kayak available for free!

There are two parking spaces available in the driveway
You have your own private backyard... and the entire house is yours! There are ski resorts approximately 30 minutes away!!

There will be an additional $150.00 fee added for all pets. Please contact before booking with a pet for approval if pet is over 40 pounds. Thank you!


House rules
You'll be staying in someone's home, so please treat it with care and respect.
Checking in and out
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
Self check-in with lockbox
During your stay
6 guests maximum
Pets allowed
No parties or events
No smoking
Additional rules
Must do your own dishes. please no sand in the house, keep it on the beach! 😀. Must clean up after your own animals 💩
Before you leave
Gather used towels and sheets
Throw trash away
Turn things off
& Wash your dishes please 😃
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features games, sledding nearby, and snorkeling nearby. Recreational activities include cross-country skiing nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: pets under 40 pounds only. $150.00 for all pets.

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 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

BEACH BUM CARRIAGE HOUSE with kayaks - steps to beach, park, marinas & brewery! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was great. Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a lovely, comfortable, and quiet property! The host is very communicative and personable! She responded right away to any questions that we had about the property. My family really enjoyed our stay, and we look forward to returning to explore the local area more!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Val G., Barrie

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed here my wedding weekend! It was perfect for the 2 of us and our dog. Clean and the location was great! Enjoyed our stay! Perfect little getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our 2 night stay here. Very quaint and comfortable ! Nice neighborhood !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

krystyna k.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The house was not properly cleaned and appeared not to have been deep cleaned in quite some time. There was a significant amount of dust and dead bugs throughout the space. The bath towels were heavily stained, and the beds contained noticeable dog and human hair from previous guests. Additionally, the driveway was often blocked by parked cars and a van, making it difficult to enter or exit the property. There were also no kayaks available as advertised. On a positive note, the location was excellent — close to a beautiful beach and a lovely park. This property has a lot of potential, but unfortunately, the overall cleanliness and maintenance did not meet expectations, especially given the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and beautiful property. Enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliot S.

Liked: Cleanliness
As described. Nice small beach down the road. Thanks for your quick responses and hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Judith M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Property is in between main house and garage. Yard had old picnic table and chairs which should have been removed. Grill was charcoal grill. Kitchen small appliances looked old. Wouldnt use. Branford point is nice but geese are on the beach so u cant use.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayme K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a perfect extended weekend getaway for our family and dog. The house had everything we needed and communication with the host was easy. The beach was extremely close with calm waters and beautiful views. My husband and son enjoyed fishing off the dock and rocks. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracey s.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location was ideal and it was so nice to be so close to such a cute little beach!The house itself felt very homey, and the owner went out of her way to decorate things in such a cute way and provided anything you could possibly need!I would most definitely stay there again. I enjoyed it so much!
Sitting and watching the sunset!
The view walking up from the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Great property easy check in, close to the water. No issues at all. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

House is in a great location. Nearby beach was great. . The pictures were generally accurate and the house was decent enough for a night or two. Owner was responsive/allowed for early check-in, as requested.However, some reasons for only 4 stars:1) being behind the main house with long/narrow driveway, it was a bit of a challenge with a large SUV.2) barely any overhead lights (very dark)3) again being older, definitely some signs of water damage in various areas4) air conditioning window units are very old (mold/smell)5) Disappointed that there were no kayaks anywhere to be found, even when we specifically asked about them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to stay

This Carriage House is exactly as described. Wonderful location and setting, just steps away from Branford Point. Hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacob s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house

Beautiful area, close to the beach, with a wonderfully kept house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable cottage

Loved the feeling of being in a family cottage near the beautiful water and pretty old homes
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good place, great location and property manager

The carrage house is in the back of the lot behind the main house. Parking isn't ideal, but you're well off the road. Kitchen isn't great if you want to cook a fair amount but sufficent for breakfast/snacks. Furinture is what youd expect at a beachhouse, decent but cozy and nothing youd be concerned about ruining. The overall space is very nice and would retun.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness

cute, quiet cottage

Started with Kristine greeting us as we drove in. Was accommodating to our requests and was very quick to reply to our few messages. Clothes dryer is very small. Short walk to a great park and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy beach yrip

Wonderful property and host. Well-stocked and homey. Beautiful location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024