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Romantic Getaway at The Lake!
Beautiful year round getaway! Relax and have a glass of wine by the lake. Wake early to enjoy the sun rising directly over the lake with a fresh cup of coffee. Enjoy direct lake access on a trophy bass lake including a beautiful dock. Hot tub overlooking the water open year round. Enjoy dinner in front of beautiful gas fireplace. Amazing sunrises and colorful sunsets. The location and amenities make for a fantastic romantic getaway for two! Centrally located 30 minutes from the Mohegan Casino.

Peaceful Riverfront Cottage w/Dock, Walk to Beach
This lovely Cottage sits directly on the Patchogue River with scenic views of the river and marshlands from every room and just a 1/4 mile walk or bike to the Beach. Private, but close to so much, it’s Perfect for a Romantic Getaway, or a long Vacation. Outside, you can enjoy the breeze from the Riverfront Deck, Sun Bathe, Crab or Fish on the Lower Dock, watch the Eagles fly by, or wander about the wooded property. Bring or rent a Kayak and paddle down the river right to the Long Island Sound.

Gardner Lake 2 Queen/1King/2 Bath/Laundry- Private
Stay with us for a relaxing, family lake vacation! Bring your family to our peaceful, private and BRAND NEW 3 bedroom - 2-bathroom home. We are located one block from the Gardner Lake public boat launch, easy access to the public beach. Just a short drive to Mystic, Stonington, Vineyards, Mohegan Sun & Foxwoods. Close to CT College, Mitchell, and USCGA. Cook your favorite meal in our fully equipped kitchen, you will think you never left home! Contact Peter or Adam to discuss your situation.

Water Forest Retreat -Octagon
Water Forest retreat is a very private 122ft.² electrified and heated cedar octagon next to a brook on 56 acres of forest with a pond, waterfall, marsh and hiking trails. Cozy up in this quiet comfortable space while listening to Goldmine brook while you sleep. Fire pit, heated outhouse with composting toilet, outdoor dining area, brook, pond and trail head are just steps away. We also have a TREE HOUSE and HIKER’S HAVEN house by the brook. Please click on our profile picture to read more.

Beachfront Paradise
Beautiful beachfront home available weekly in season (6/21/25-9/6/25) and nightly (2 night min.) off season. Step out the door and into the sand. Sit on the porch and watch sailboat races from Niantic Bay Yacht Club just steps away. Close to downtown Niantic with restaurants, shops, movie theatre, etc. 18 miles from Mohegan Sun Casino. Attractions within 1/2 hour: Beautiful Mystic, CT, several vineyards, Harkness State Park, Eugene O'Neill Theatre, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, golf courses.

Lake Home w/Game Room 5 Min To Foxwoods & Mohegan
Relax and enjoy the breathtaking views of this new contemporary lake front home. Offering the best of New England, 5 min. from Foxwoods, 10 min. from Mohegan Sun, with multiple choices of hiking, boating, shopping and dining. Stunning 14' cathedral ceilings, fully equipped kitchen w/ granite counter tops, tiled shower w/ full amenities and a full game room. You can not get any closer to the water! This 1 Bdrm, w/ open low ceiling loft, sleeps 6, 1100 square ft. building completed in 2022.

PRIVATE BEACH: BEACHFRONTS & BALCONIES @ NIANTIC
INSTANT BOOK: Oct 2025 - Jan 2027 All Dates Open Availability ALL SUMMER '2026: June + July + Aug Available to Instant Book Steps away from CT Shoreline in back of beach house Amazing Views - Waterfront Both Balcony (year round) & Boardwalk Seating (2nd week May - until Nov 6th) *certain holidays/summer excluded in booking minimums *discount applied to nightly rate only *we can not combine multiple discounts, yet highest % applies *if available, apply 10% non-refundable booking option

Beautiful lakefront retreat just 15 mins to casino
Beautiful waterfront home with unobstructed views of Oxoboxo Lake! Quiet area yet just 30 minutes to Mystic. Upper level has 2 cozy bedrooms – one with a queen bed and one with 2 twin beds, a spacious living area with direct lake views, and a full bathroom. Lower level has a second mini kitchen with fridge, sink, microwave and table, large living room, bathroom, and doors leading directly onto the lakeside patio. Lower level has a twin size bed in living area for extra sleeping space.

Salty Breeze - Waterfront Cottage on the Cove
Enjoy your stay in this peaceful waterfront cottage. After the day relax on the 3 season screened- in porch or climate controlled sunroom watching the winter waterfowl on the wintery cove or relax in the backyard next to the fire pit with hot coco. Walking distance to Ocean Beach Park, Waterford Town Beach. Within 30 minutes of Niantic, downtown Mystic, Ferry's to Block, Fisher's and Long Islands, by museums, the Nautilus, Mohegan and Foxwoods Casinos, tons of great restaurants

Belle Vue Cottage
Welcome to "Belle Vue Cottage". This charming and inviting cottage is located in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood in the South Cove area of Old Saybrook. Spend your days relaxing at Harvey's Beach, perusing the shops and restaurants along Main Street, taking in a show at The Kate, and unwind at the end of the day in your backyard oasis equipped with an outdoor TV and fire pit. We are less than a mile from Saybrook Point Inn and Spa, and 10 minutes to Water's Edge Resort and Spa.

Rare find beautiful studio on the Mystic River
This bright apartment is within walking distance of Downtown Mystic with lots of nearby food options food options. There are coastal access points nearby that are within 2 to 5 mins. There are trails across the street for a scenic hike. The sunset views are breathtaking and you can see wildlife and lots of boats including the Argia several times a day. We are 1 exit away from Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium. Use Mystic Go App to see all that you can explore in this area.

Coastline View Studio
This sun drenched studio apartment is perfect for families, couples or friends looking to get away and discover Montauk! Located in Montauk's harbor district. This unit is perfectly located to experience all that Montauk has to offer... Sit back on the balcony and enjoy a glass of wine as the sun sets perfectly over Culloden Point. A short walk to the Harbor, the Dock, Gosmans, TTs, Salivars, Sunday Funday, La Fin, Viking Fleet (fishing, Whale watching & Ferry).
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When is the best time to visit East Lyme?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ441 | ﺩ.ﺇ459 | ﺩ.ﺇ705 | ﺩ.ﺇ690 | ﺩ.ﺇ837 | ﺩ.ﺇ889 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,315 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,028 | ﺩ.ﺇ863 | ﺩ.ﺇ716 | ﺩ.ﺇ577 | ﺩ.ﺇ643 |
| Avg. temp | -2°C | -1°C | 3°C | 8°C | 13°C | 18°C | 21°C | 21°C | 17°C | 11°C | 6°C | 1°C |
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