3 Bedroom House Westbrook, Connecticut, West Beach
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Overview
3 Bedroom House Westbrook, Connecticut, West Beach is an approximately 800 sq ft, smoke-free cottage-style vacation rental located about 300 steps from West Beach in a friendly, quaint neighborhood. It’s furnished for self-catering stays and is geared toward beach time, with a patio and outdoor grill plus an enclosed outdoor shower. The property is kid-friendly, does not allow pets, and uses an exterior Ring security system.
Bedrooms & Sleeping Setup
The home has three bedrooms: a master with a queen bed, one bedroom with a double bed, and a third with twin bunk beds plus an additional twin. There’s also a twin daybed with a pull-out twin trundle on the porch, bringing the total sleeping capacity to 6–8 (maximum occupancy is 8 people on the property at any time, including visitors). Quilts and pillows are provided, but sheets and towels are not.
Kitchen, Dining & In-home Amenities
A recently updated kitchen anchors an open-plan kitchen/living area and includes an oven/stove, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, and stocked cookware, dishes, and utensils. Dining includes an indoor area for two, a porch table for 6–7, and an outdoor picnic table. Comfort and entertainment features include air conditioning, heating, cable TV, and four smart TVs (guests use their own streaming logins); internet is available via paid Wi‑Fi.
Outdoor Features & Beach Convenience
Outdoor living is a key draw, with a year-round porch connected to the master bedroom and living room, plus a seating area and grill for cookouts. After the beach, guests can rinse off in the enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water and a changing area. Several beaches are within a 2–3 minute walk, including a nearby public beach with a playground and snack bar; outdoor movie nights may be shown there several times per month.
Location & Nearby Essentials
The cottage sits a few blocks from Westbrook Center and close to local dining, including Haywire Burger Bar (~451m), Bistro Mediterranean & Tapas Bar (~558m), Bill's Seafood Restaurant (~961m), and Charter Oak Tavern (~1050m). Public transit access includes Route 1 & Seaside Ave bus stop (~354m) and Westbrook train station (~1280m). Day-trip options mentioned nearby include Westbrook Outlets and a movie theater (about 5 minutes by car), Clinton Outlets (about 10 minutes), and Mystic and area casinos (about 30 minutes).
Best for
This cottage is best for families and small groups who want a beach-first stay a few hundred steps from West Beach, with a full kitchen, outdoor grill, and an outdoor shower for easy rinse-offs. It also suits guests looking for a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood near Westbrook Center dining and shopping. Travelers needing full-service hotel amenities or included linens may find it less convenient.
Travel tips
Plan to bring your own linens and towels (and toiletries, including toilet paper), as they are not provided; quilts and pillows are available. Check-in is 2 PM and check-out is 10 AM, and summer rentals (June–September) are typically weeklong with Saturday changeover. Parking is limited to 3 vehicles, and there is no parking allowed on the back side of the house or on the road; access requires returning a signed rental agreement and a photo of the license in advance.
What guests say
Reviews emphasize the location as a standout, with guests highlighting how well-situated the home is for the area and beach access. Multiple reviewers indicate they would return, suggesting overall satisfaction with the stay experience. The provided excerpts do not point to recurring negatives, and no consistent complaints are documented in the available review themes.
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