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Money Island Home w/ Deck, Kayak & Paddleboards!

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Terrace/patio
On the beach
Interior
On the beach
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Branford, CT
  • Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District
    1 min walk
  • Thimbleberry
  • Guilford Station
    14 min drive
  • Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial)
    43 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Branford

With a stay at this cottage in Branford, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and a 4-minute drive from Stony Creek Museum. .This beach cottage is 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Yale University and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Yale-New Haven Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District - 1 min walk
  • Bill Miller’s Castle - 10 min drive
  • Stony Creek Brewery - 14 min drive
  • Yale University - 20 min drive
  • Yale-New Haven Hospital - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Guilford Station - 14 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • Stony Creek Brewery
  • ‪Hornets Nest Deli - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Parthenon Diner Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Common Grounds - ‬12 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.

Money Island Home w/ Deck, Kayak & Paddleboards!

Experience a one-of-a-kind coastal retreat at this vacation rental on Money Island! Newly built in 2018, 'Port House' leaves nothing to be desired, with 3 bedrooms, a loft, 1 bathroom, chic living area, and a gourmet kitchen for homemade clam bakes. It's a property that will feel more like a seaside resort all your own - from the picture-perfect window views, to the sun-drenched deck, on-site paddleboards, and location steps from the water. You won't find a better spot in all of Thimble Islands!

-- THE PROPERTY --

270 Degree Views | Waterfront Access

With space for up to 8 guests, this vacation home is well-suited to host a large family trip, get together between 2 families, weekend couples retreat, or reunion with old friends!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Loft: 2 Twin Bunk Beds, Full Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Outdoor shower, second-floor deck w/ outdoor seating, direct access to the ocean
BEACH GEAR: 2 paddleboards, kayak, beach towels, beach chairs
INDOOR LIVING: Newly renovated interior, open floor plan, 6-person dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, gas-range stove, coffeemaker, island w/ seating
GENERAL: Cistern water system (requires manual refill), complimentary toiletries, linens/towels
FAQ: No A/C
PARKING: Public parking is available in Stony Creek near the public ferry

*NOTE: Guests will be given further information regarding the cistern water system prior to arrival. This is a rustic system travelers must self-operate during their stay*

-- THE LOCATION --

* Please note inland attractions are accessible via Thimble Island Public Ferry *

MONEY ISLAND (On site): Exclusive beaches, diving boards, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, ferry access
THIMBLE ISLANDS: M/V Islander - Thimble Island Cruise (at Ferry access), boat tours, ferry rides, island hopping
INLAND ATTRACTIONS: Stony Creek Museum (0.5 miles), Jacob's Beach (6.6 miles), East Rock Park (15.2 miles), Parker Memorial Park (5.8 miles)
AIRPORT: Bradley International Airport (64.4 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- The island is accessible via the Thimble Island Public Ferry
- NOTE: The property is located on an island without grocery stores, restaurants, etc.
- NOTE: This property has a strict maximum occupancy of 8 guests. All daytime guests (max 4 allowed) must be approved in advance by the owner
- Freshwater at the property is from a system that will be filled upon arrival; this will need to be refilled every 2-5 days
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free cottage features complimentary parking nearby, games, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

New! Money Island Home W/deck Kayak Paddleboards
Money Island Home W/deck, Kayak, Paddleboards Cottage
Money Island Home W/deck, Kayak, Paddleboards Branford
Money Island Home W/deck, Kayak, Paddleboards Cottage Branford
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Money Island Home w/ Deck, Kayak & Paddleboards! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This waterfront property has it all! A comfortable, well-appointed, modern, light-filled space designed to take full advantage of its location on a point. Sweeping views of the Sound and other Thimbles from a generous deck perfectly positioned for privacy. The nearby sandbar beach feels almost like your own and the sense of friendly community on this small island is evident. The owners are gracious, welcoming, and immediately attentive to every question or need. Cannot recommend more highly!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vidya K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing vacation
Definitely one of our best vacations by far! Beautiful home, location, and views. So peaceful and relaxing. We’re already looking forward to going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aarti S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
So glad we found this gem .. photos don’t do it justice. Haven’t decompressed like this in forever
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magic
Second time staying at the house but first time being the bookers. Fabulous time, wonderful house, would not change a thing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert N., Branford, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Couples getaway
The house was very clean and comfortable. The view was incredible. It was a very quaint and relaxing experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Port House getaway
Amazing Owner was so attentive with everything Would stay again with no hesitation Beautiful home and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing stay!
Had a fantastic stay at this house on money island. Was absolutely the best location in all the thimbles. House was super clean and fully stocked. All questions were answered super fast. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tealia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful relaxing stay with beautiful view!
Renting was easy and the property manager was easy to reach with questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely. Relaxing
We loved our stay! It was a relaxing get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Money Island Family Getaway
We spent an ideal week with family in a beautiful house with absolutely amazing views out of almost every window and off the deck. We brought all of our food and libations on the first day- arrival by small ferry- and reordered any necessities thru Instacart and had it delivered. There is a wonderful disappearing beach (according to the tide) just steps away and access to a deserted rocky island by way of the sandy beach or thru the water at high tide. We had to refill the cistern for water every few days, no problem. Everything is run with solar power. We never had a problem and some of us were working thru laptops. . Outdoor shower is wonderful. I did NOT NOT NOTlike booking thru "Evolve Vacations" at all, especially during this covid outbreak. I imagine they were flat out busy but I was not able to communicate with anyone there and the contact info the the house was only sent 15 days ahead of our week. I had to pay the full cost without having ANY communication and knowing if the house would be covid cleaned and still be rented because of corona virus. My family needed to know that it was going to happen so they could plan a few weeks before. Once I got the contact info- after ALL was paid- the communication with the owner was great and the week couldn't have been better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H., Avon

Liked: Cleanliness
HEAVEN
All I can say is WOW, the home, the location, the views, the privacy, the beauty, the owner made everything so easy with an approaching storm. When they say all you need is food and beverage that's all you need. We packed heavy, enjoyed the down time, the beauty, the tides. This was over Columbus Day Weekend. I can only imagine what its like in the summer time and you can be sure I will be returning in the warmer weather. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island time!
If you’re looking for a mix of an adventurous stay and and the ability to relax and unwind to unrivaled views this is the place. The hosts make it an easy check-in and check-out process and provide great recommendations in the area. We were also greeted with a bottle of wine an olives which was a nice welcome. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow
House was great, views were awesome, water was warm, and some good friends and you got Island life on Island time. I guess I could go on and on but if you did not get the point, I'm sorry. The house we rented on Money Island was the thing we needed to recharge and we did. Brand new and convenient. Literally walk off the small ferry and home is steps away. Everything we needed except for food and drink. No problem. We got it. We had seven total and plenty of room. Beds and pillows comfy. The kayak and paddle boards were a plus. The deck was awesome. I think we spent 85 percent of the time on it. One bathroom believe it or not was not a problem, with seven not sure about 12. The only thing I would have wanted was a dock. And maybe if I inquired more that might have been a possibility. Not sure if it's in the plans, but families that have boats or wave runners/ seadoos would love it. The ferry worked fine the few time we used it. The neighbors on Money Island were wonderful and helpful meeting many, two with a Golden Retriever and the other with a German Shepard. Invited several times over to several homes as we also had neighbors from next door over for a card night. So if this does not sum up our vacation then here is this, when we usually head home from a vacation I hear, can't wait to get home just because we are exhausted and had enough hustle and bustle, this time all I heard is we got to leave Sunday, this sucks. I will mention that we would love to come back, but I see the price has increased as the length of booking days. I'm assuming this is due to a successful summer of rental. Good for you. This might make it tough for another summer in paradise for us. Both mine and the other family run there own business. Several shorter vacations are easier to make happen. This was the main reason we booked this home. If this is the case then I guess we have to look at bright side, it was a great time and it was an hour and forty minutes away. Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of paradise!
I can't say enough about this amazing house and location. The owners were in great communication with us prior to arrival and greeted us at the door when we arrived. The house is absolutely beautiful with amazing views from literally every window in the house. Living the 'island life' for a week was so inspiring. There is no TV in the house and we loved it! Having dinner on the deck every night and enjoying the company of our family took center stage. There are three bedrooms with queen beds in each plus a loft with 2 sets of bunk beds and a double bed. You need to be a little strategic with the ferry as it runs from the main land every hour from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. You can't be late to the dock when it leaves the main land or you have to wait an hour for the next ferry. Be sure to bring plenty of cash, it costs $5 per person each way on the ferry. However, it was no problem at all! If you are looking for some down time and to re-energize your soul, this is the place. My sincere gratitude and thanks to Greg and his family for sharing this amazing property with us for the week! We absolutely want to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019