Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!

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Essex Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1.5BA | Steps Required | 1,400 Sq Ft
Dining
Kitchen | Keurig Coffee Maker | 1st Floor
Private kitchen
Private Patio
review stars
9.8Outstanding
(63 Ratings)
"The house was clean and very comfortable. "
Carrie F.
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(63 Ratings)

House in Connecticut

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this house rental

Brimming with small-town charm, Essex should be the next stop on your bucket list! This inviting 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom vacation rental is loaded with country charm as well as a fully equipped kitchen and outdoor living space, making it the perfect home base for your next coastal getaway. Spend your days riding the famous steam train or hiking the scenic trails at a nearby state park, followed by evenings exploring the abundance of local shops, eateries, and attractions that make up Essex.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Central Location | 1,400 Sq Ft

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds

OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio, outdoor furniture, large yard
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, 4-person dining table, decorative fireplace, hardwood floors
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishwasher, cooking basics, Keurig coffee maker, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, window-unit A/C & heating, complimentary toiletries
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, 4 steps required to enter, bedrooms on 2nd floor w/ steep staircase to access
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

THINGS TO SEE & DO: Essex Steam Train (0.4 miles), Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park (0.4 miles), Connecticut River Museum (1.0 miles), Ivoryton Playhouse (2.3 miles), Florence Griswold Museum (5.9 miles), Gillette Castle (15.1 miles), Harkness Memorial State Park (21.2 miles), Mystic Aquarium (27.5 miles), Yale University (31.9 miles)
OUTDOOR FUN: Sunset Pond (across street), Islander Sport Fishing Charters (4.4 miles), Harveys Beach (7.9 miles), Rocky Neck State Park (10.6 miles), Chatfield Hollow State Park (11.6 miles), Hammonasset Beach State Park (13.7 miles), Gillette Castle State Park (14.8 miles), Devil's Hopyard State Park (18.7 miles), Wadsworth Falls State Park (22.5 miles), HighFlyer Zipline at Foxwoods (33.9 miles)
GOLF: Fenwick Golf Course (7.7 miles), Fox Hopyard Golf Club (13.8 miles), Cedar Ridge Golf Course (14.5 miles), Black Birch Golf Course (16.0 miles)
AIRPORT: Bradley International Airport (51.5 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story home requires 4 exterior steps to enter. An additional steep flight of stairs is required to access both bedrooms on the 2nd floor

Amenities

Non-smoking
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(63 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
The house was clean and very comfortable.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
This was a delightful place to stay. The house is charmingly decorated, very comfortable and warm, with plenty of room. Communication was easy and open and very clear. There's a slight moth ball scent that hangs in the air but other than that it was all perfect: very clean, plenty of items available for use: really lovely overall.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Host was amazingly communicative and welcoming. House was adorable.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
House was great!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown! pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and family friendly.


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