Holiday rentals with a kayak in Branford

Great location with amazing views. I can only imagine how lovely it would be in summer for a little getaway. .

My husband and I had a family filled weekend for our wedding followed by a mini-moon. We enjoyed every minute of it and we will definitely be booking again!

We would stay again. The cottage is well maintained. It was nice to have some basic cleaning supplies so you can touch up if needed. Toiletries, laundry supplies, coffee pods, nice touches, felt like home.

Fantastic cute spot in Old Saybrook. Key things for future guests to know - there is no A/C in the winter months so the air can get a bit stale / stuffy in the house. Plus there is no washing machine / dryer in the house, so defo bring enough clothes!

We had a wonderful stay. The home is beautiful, and the hosts were very thoughtful. The crib we requested for our 1-year-old was already set up when we arrived, complete with a soft blanket and pillow. There was plenty of firewood for cozy fires in both indoor fireplaces, and our kids loved making s’mores outside. Ninka was warm, responsive, and helpful throughout our stay.

It was very comfortable living space a beautiful scenery

Our stay included spending family time in front of the fireplace watching Disney shows and with time spent enjoying meals around the cozy kitchen table. Enjoyed our stay very much and hope to go back one day

This lovely lakeside cottage was the perfect backdrop for a family weekend away! Thank you to our host for being extremely accommodating and kind!!

Great stay, Maureen is very communicative and super helpful. Beautiful views

Loved our stay! This is a gem of a house—it’s gorgeously decorated and equipped with everything you need to feel immediately at home. Shelter Island is one of my favorite places and this home made it feel all the more special. Thank you, Christopher!

Nice little spot with boats on the pond. Went there for my son’s Wesleyan graduation and could take family out on the kayaks.

Great property in a great location with great and very responsive host. Highly recommended.

Fantastic! The cottage is cozy and clean, had everything we needed and the views are gorgeous! We loved our stay and highly recommend this beautiful cottage!

I wanted a weekend getaway for my son’s 13th birthday that landed on Friday the 13th, I came across this cabin airbnb and decided to book and give it a try. this location is an hour away from our home and gave us that peace of paradise we were looking for. the cabin felt like home and had everything you can possibly need. I honestly wish I can give higher than a 5 star because this cabin was perfect. I’ll be booking again for a winter weekend getaway. thank you for hosting my family and I.

We enjoyed our stay! Such easy access to the beach was so convenient. You’re definitely better off venturing out after high tide to enjoy the most amount of beach and there are a lot of shells that make being barefoot challenging. We did arrive after major storms which could have contributed to that. The house was spotless with everything you need to be comfortable! We did not utilize the outdoor space but definitely would have if the weather was drier! Definitely would stay here again.

Meghan's place is exactly as posted it is absolutely beautiful, cozy, comfortable and did I say beautiful? one of my favorite things to do was sit in front of the big windows and read. You have everything you can think of close, at least 4 to 6 minutes away. There are restaurants, super market and pharmacies. But if you are like me and also like to cook sometimes on vacation the kitchen was equipped with everything you need. Highly, highly recommend.

We stayed here for 7 days with 2 small kids (2 and 4 years old) and wow was it amazing. The home is spacious and has everything we needed inside and outside the house. I could not have asked for anything else from the home and the dock was just so awesome to have, even caught 10+ fish right off the side. We rented a boat for a day from a marina and were able to come in and out of the backyard/house with no problems. I wish we could stay here for a whole month, but have to go back to real life!

A wonderful cozy little place to stay! We will definitely look you up again when we are back in the area!

We had a lovely 5-day stay at the cabin on the lake! It was just what we needed. When the weather was nice, we hung out on the dock - there was a hammock to relax in, chairs in the shed, boats to explore with (I went out in a kayak a few times). Lake was peaceful and pretty. The cabin itself was quirky and nice. Yes, hot inside during the days, but with the fully surrounding screened in porch, there was no need to stay inside! Even when it rained, we could be "outside" without being in the elements. The kitchen was well stocked, coffee at the ready, there were plenty of towels and sheets and bed (though we only needed one!), shampoo/ conditioner in the shower, wood ready for the fireplace, board games and more. Honestly, it had everything you'd want for a little getaway. The spot felt secluded while only 5 minutes away from a supermarket. [Okay, you could hear Rte 8 traffic a bit, but it served as calming white noise!] I'd definitely return again...

We spent a long weekend at Dennis’ place and it was nothing short of amazing. Our aim was to relax and enjoy the lake, and we did just that. The house was exactly as described, matched and exceeded our expectations; furnished and the kitchen had everything we needed and more. If we’re back in CT, we won’t hesitate to book the house again! Thanks for being wonderful hosts!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Jordyn and Gabby’s place! As a full-time patient care provider and with my boyfriend’s demanding job, we were in desperate need of a peaceful and cozy retreat, and this place fit perfectly. The late-night movie setup was a perfect way unwind, the fire pit, soaking in jacuzzi under the moon- all led to this healing trip to be successful! One of the highlights of our trip was kayaking in the nearby waters—it was such a serene experience! We couldn’t have asked for a more personal and relaxing getaway. Our service dog, Loha, also felt right at home and enjoyed every moment of our stay. Thank you, Jordyn and Gabby, for creating such a beautiful space that truly allows guests to recharge and reconnect!

We stayed for a graduation near by, it was perfect for we were looking for. I wish the weather would have been a bit warmer to enjoy the water.

The house is super cute and has a lot going for it. The view of the water is lovely. The host is super responsive and wonderful. Beds are comfy and there are spacious bedrooms. We found an excellent Italian restaurant called Limoncello that your host will also recommend. We also did a sushi restaurant that was yummy. The area is gorgeous and you are set in the woods. So pretty! If we had more time we would've hiked. Just note there are a lot of steps to walk up to the entrance. We did not mind them but in case you have accessibility issues. The driveway is tough pulling out as you have to back out onto a super busy road of 45 mph. We had 2 cars but I don't believe you could turn a car around in that drive. We let the host know but we had lots of lights that did not work and the tub does not drain so hopefully they are fixed by the time you book this place. It also takes an enormous amount of time to get hot water. The washer and dryer takes 6 hours so you need to plan on that.

The Cabin by the lake, was the perfect spot for a girls getaway. Mariana offered a detailed guide book, which was extremely helpful. Beautifully decorated home, with lots of those extra amenities that you didn't think you needed, but was pleasantly surprised that she offered. Quickly responded to any requests and offered helpful suggestions when needed. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a quaint, cozy and adorable home away from home.