Family-friendly holiday rentals in Madison

Luxury cottage by the sea with hot tub and pool

We built this guest cottage to provide an ultimate luxury experience for people wanting to escape from hectic life!With incredible coastal views, this home is a haven of tranquility. It sits on a special stretch of the Connecticut coast, with spectacular bird and wild life-watching year-round. Enjoy great shopping in Guilford's boutiques around the historic town green. Watch the sun set over the water and relax in the hottub for some night time star gazing year round (pool open June-beg/mid Oct)

Guesthouse Farm Stay

Come stay with us on our historic working farm! Relax on the back deck and enjoy views of our 12-acre property and peaceful pastures. For a more hands-on experience, join us for a tour to get a closer look at life on the farm. Established in 1739, our farm has a rich history in agriculture and livestock. The cozy studio-style cottage features an open living space with combined bedroom, living, and dining area, along with a kitchenette and bathroom with a shower for your comfort and convenience.

Charm + location. Walk to beach, town, & harbor.

We are sharing our "happy place". Cozy, family-friendly cottage has everything you need to enjoy a lovely vacation in a quintessential New England town. Ideally located between Guilford's famous green, gorgeous harbor and town beach, easily walk everywhere. High-season/weekend rate reflected in general view--check for actual. Recommended for groups of up to 4 (5 if with kids). Second bedroom (king) is open to living area-we provide a folding screen for door area and curtain for “passthrough”.

Guilford Guest House- private studio apartment

Quintessential New England shoreline town. Arrive by Car, Train or by boat and walk from the marina to our guest house. (Inquire) Walk to the Guilford Green, Town Dock, Jacobs Beach along with over a dozen restaurants, pubs, coffee shops, gift & clothing shops. Hiking trails . Please review my extensive guide book of Guilford and the surrounding areas. Walking access to the Shoreline East train to surrounding Local towns or transfer to Metro north and Amtrak to NYC & Boston all without a car.

Shabby Chic Retreat

Greenfield Cottage has been described by our guests as a cozy place with all the amenities for a comfortable stay. GC is located just minutes from town beaches, Hammonasset State Park as well as the village center. Madison and nearby towns of Essex and Chester offer a variety of casual and fine dining plus many boutiques. At GC you can enjoy al fresco dining on the back deck where there is a grill and fire pit. GC IS AVAILABLE AS AN ACADEMIC RENTAL FROM OCT 6 2025 - May 31 2026 -- $3200/MO*

Hartwoods Yurt

Enjoy a unique wilderness getaway and unwind in a peaceful, 10.3 acre wooded environment in our 30’ diameter Yurt, which sleeps 4 in North Guilford, CT. This elevated cylindrical dwelling offers solitude and a large deck with comfortable chairs and forest views. Shaded and cool in the summer with air conditioning and fans available. This Yurt provides a wonderful respite from the hectic world. Perfect for nature lovers with a nearby brook and miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking.

Guilford Lakes Cottage, with hot tub and fire pit.

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish home, yards from private lakes for kayaking, swimming, fishing or skating in season. For the adventurer, enjoy year round access to extensive forest trail systems for hiking, mountain biking, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing, only a 2 minute walk from our door. Nicknamed " Guilford's Little Augusta," the 9 hole, par 27 executive Guilford Lakes Golf Course is only 1/4 mile away. Five miles south lies one of the 5 most beautiful town greens.

Waterside Beach Retreat

Beautiful New England period home steps from the beach on the Long Island Sound. Recently renovated from top to bottom with new kitchen and bathrooms, hardwood floors throughout. Idyllic location on quaint & quiet street. Hide away and relax or discover the many local attractions - water sports, fishing, winery, antique stores, scenic walks, premium outlet shopping are all on your doorstep. Ideally located off the I-95 halfway between NYC & Boston, both of which are a train ride away.

Cozy Home In Short Beach Community

A cozy home in a beach community that has a central location with easy access to outdoor activities & local restaurants. The home is also 5 minutes from the Branford Train Station, Stony Creek Brewery, & Branford's town center. We are also a 10 minute drive from New Haven, home to Yale University, Yale Hospital and other colleges/universities. Our guests also gain access to Johnsons' Beach, a private residents only beach, located just around the corner from the home(4min walk/900ft)

Seagrass Bungalow

🌾Seagrass Bungalow is a sun filled, romantic, peaceful, back to nature, mini-home, that is exactly where you are meant to be! Private & surrounded by seagrass blowing in the breeze & cheerful birds waking you with the sunrise. Seagrass Bungalow is the perfect getaway for two & their small pup. Do yoga on the private deck, shower outdoors in the sunlight, grill local corn, have a cocktail by the firepit, or get out & walk to the cutest town green, shops, restaurants, & beach! ☀️

Wintergreen Gardens Suite @ William Becroft House

LGBTQ friendly. Our 1915 Arts & Crafts bungalow's spacious in-law suite offers driveway parking, private entrance, sunroom, king bedroom, en-suite bath, kitchenette w/fridge, micro, coffee maker, toaster. Relax in bed with 40" HDTV with Amazon Prime, HBO Max, Netflix, premium cable. Enjoy private gardens to sun, read a book or cup of coffee. Short drive to 4 Vineyards, Theater and the train station. I am not responsible for wifi.

The Cottage at Indian Cove

A charming original turn of the century cottage that was recently renovated. One main room plus a full bathroom and Ikea kitchen. It includes a back porch that gets a perfect amount of late afternoon sun. The cottage has electric baseboard heat for cool nights. We are located in Indian Cove beach Association with a two block walk to the beach. You are welcome to enjoy our kayaks, bikes to tour the area and a fire pit.