Within a short walk of Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Richard Douglass House. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
Naval Submarine Base New London - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
New London Ferry Dock - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
United States Coast Guard Academy - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 9 min drive - 7.3 miles
Mystic Seaport - 10 min drive - 7.7 miles
Getting around
New London Union Station - 6 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 2 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 3 min drive
Panera Bread - 3 min drive
Groton Townhouse Restaurant - 3 min drive
Pokemoto - 2 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.
Groton Bay / Heated pool opens May 6th 2023!
Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun. Heated in ground pool, charming area of Groton City which includes a main house with historic character and some modern updates, a detached garage for the guests. You can walk to the river in 2 minutes. There are many area attractions to fit every guest’s needs. From golfing, hiking areas, casinos, restaurants, USS Nautilus Museum, Mystic Aquarium and Seaport, or just relax by the pool and enjoy the quiet time. The house has 4 bedrooms upstairs, main level you have the formal dining room, kitchen, breakfast nook, and 2 living rooms (each has a smart TV and a sleeper sofa). outside you have the gorgeous heated pool, with beach towels provided, propane gas grill and patio furniture. The pool is open seasonally May - Sept. Depending on weather the pool may open earlier and close later but that cannot be guaranteed. Please keep both pool gates closed at all time. There is no lifeguard at the pool so use at your own risk and supervise children at all times. Outdoor security camera details: Ring cameras facing driveway, pool and front of the house.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 3,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Groton within a short 7-minute walk of Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park. You'll also find New London Ferry Dock and Naval Submarine Base New London within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Groton Bay / Heated pool opens May 6th 2023!?
There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool and a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool.
Does Groton Bay / Heated pool opens May 6th 2023! have a hot tub?
No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London), which is 3.1 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field), which is located 11.4 mi away (78-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Groton Bay / Heated pool opens May 6th 2023!?
Yes, every accommodation at Groton Bay / Heated pool opens May 6th 2023! comes with a deck.
Groton Bay / Heated pool opens May 6th 2023! Reviews
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Reviews
2/10 Terrible
BerniceAnn P.
Jan 21, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Worst vacation rental
Very disappointing property with appliances, plumbing etc in disrepair, missing basic items, misrepresented on website. “Owners” non-responsive to requests. Expensive and extremely aggravating experience.
BerniceAnn P.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa C.
Jul 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean home close to attractions
Very clean and tidy, the home accommodated our group of eight nicely. The pool is heated and is really nice to come home to after visiting all the surrounding sites (i.e. downtown Mystic, Mystic Aquarium, the Submarine museum). 15 minute drive from Mystic. Great communication.
Melissa C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bethany E.
Jun 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience!
Our family came and stayed at this beautiful property for a week while our son arrived home from his deployment. It was the perfect space for our family to spread out and stay comfortably for the week. The home was very clean, especially for a beautiful old historic home. The pool was absolutely perfect, as was the rest of the outdoor space. They even came and cleaned the pool halfway through our stay while we were out exploring for the day. The home was also perfect for entertaining as we had friends and family stop in to congratulate our son's deployment. The beds and amenities were comfortable. For future guests, I advise bringing a few extra kitchen items for cooking if you plan to cook/entertain while your staying. The location was close to everything, but in a nice quiet neighborhood. We could not have asked for a better experience.
Bethany E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ryan G.
Jun 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
A bunch of friends stayed at this location for an overnight fishing trip. The house was clean, confidently located right off the highway, and close to everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again!
Ryan G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beth h.
Dec 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spot for family gathering
This house worked well for a family group getting together. Nice area to walk around and explore, too. There were a couple of issues and the owners and maintenance people responded quickly.
Beth h.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Reuben B.
Jul 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic spot in Groton, CT!
We had a very relaxing week at the property! The house was comfortable and beautifully decorated, and the pool area was exactly what we needed. It is a short walk (less than 10 minutes) to the riverfront with restaurants and a few shops, and 15 minutes from downtown Mystic and all of its attractions. I highly recommend this property if you are looking for a place to stay in this area!