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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Interior
Smart TV, video-game console, foosball, table tennis

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Waterford, CT
  • Place, Amtrak Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, New London Ferry Dock
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Waterford

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Amtrak Beach and Tumbleweeds. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Amtrak Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • New London Ferry Dock - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Ocean Beach Park - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Connecticut College - 13 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino - 34 min drive - 22.1 miles

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 16 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪When Pigs Fly - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fat Tuna - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪La Llorona - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Sol - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Castello of Niantic - ‬6 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.

Niantic Bay & Play House

Stay at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac located a half a mile from downtown Niantic with several beaches located minutes from the house. The Niantic Bay & Play House is packed full of indoor and outdoor games while conveniently located close to several attractions. Sit by the fire pit, play Corn Hole or Frisbee Golf in our large open private backyard. Inside you will find a completely newly remodeled house full of big open spaces to relax with friends and family.

Our house is perfect for everyone including your furry family member.

Conveniently Located to:
-Niantic Board Walk: 2 Min
-Ocean beach: 13 min
-Several town beaches: 5-10 min
-New London Ferry and train: 15 min
-Mohegan Sun Casino: 27 Min
-Foxwoods Resort Casino: 32 min
-Mystic Seaport: 20 min
-Coast Guard Academy: 16 min
-The Dinosaur Place: 18 min
-Naskart Go Kart Racing and Trampoline Park: 17 min
-Misquamicut State Beaches: 40 min

Some of the games provided are:
-Corn Hole
-Flag Football
-Giant Jenga
-Frisbee Golf
-Basketball Hoop & Ball
-Wiffle Ball

Inside Games:
-Air Hockey
-Basketball
-Pac-Man Arcade Projector 1Up
-Hooki
-Ping Pong
-Foosball
-Street Fighter Arcade Game
-Several Board Games
-Wii, PS2, Nintendo, Sega all with games
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a video-game console. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video game console
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 3 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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: 10:00 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Niantic & Play House Waterford
Niantic Bay & Play House Waterford
Niantic Bay & Play House Private vacation home
Niantic Bay & Play House Private vacation home Waterford

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Waterford, close to Ocean Beach Park and Naval Submarine Base New London. You'll also find Hole-in-the-Wall Beach and Pleasure Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Niantic Bay & Play House?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

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, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Niantic Bay & Play House good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and a kitchen as well as a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at Niantic Bay & Play House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Niantic Bay & Play House?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London), which is 13.2 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field), which is located 13.1 mi away (87-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Niantic Bay & Play House?

Yes, every house at Niantic Bay & Play House comes with a patio.

Niantic Bay & Play House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
lots of activities and games included and firepit was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarrison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean! Well stocked for stay. Game room and outside amenities were great! Got to spend great time with our daughter being a little competitive in the game room.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time

We stayed at this house for the week and it did not disappoint! Everything was very clean upon arrival and the kids loved the game room downstairs!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Excellent location and wonderful beach vacation house. Very close to beaches. Great entertainment in the game room for the kids and excellent deck and yard for the adults to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend

Our family stayed at this lovely home for our daughter's wedding weekend. Everything was perfect! The home was clean, comfortable and well stocked with all the comforts of home. They even had bowls for our pups! The neighborhood was quiet and the yard was perfect for young kids that want to play outside. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for Families

Clean and fun. Loved the decor and the games in the basement.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Telisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

The location was very close to lots of activities. We were able to go go-karting, visit the aquarium and go to the beach. My kids loved the play area. It was just what we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Great location for us and the space was clean, comfortable & full of games to play.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Accurate listing, fun stay

My teens and I had a fun time during our stay. Went on adventures during the day, played games in the basement at night. Clean and well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clint A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super fun house great for kids

Very clean, well appointed and accurate description. Game room was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mom weekend

Wonderful property. Fun game room. 3 full bathrooms was a pleasant surprise. Absolutely loved this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DONNA A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect space for our multigenerational fun

It was mostly rainy so we didn't get to enjoy the beautiful outdoor space but there were enough activities to entertain all of us from preteens thru seniors. The home was comfoetable, well stocked and thoughtfully appointed. We all would enjoy returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yamir S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday getaway

I loved the cleanliness, accuracy and neighborhood of the house. It is very spacious and loved the gaming room! The kids had a blast playing while the adults conversed! Loved that it is pet friendly so I was able to take the dogs. Planning on going back soon! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Game Room House

The property was well kept. Enough room for all. House so well stocked with household items. Game room was awesome for all. The kids & adults really enjoyed the competitive competition. Driveway a bit tricky but house at very end of street had wonderful privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valarie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect location to Niantic and Coast Guard Academy

Host was responsive to request about Air Conditioning and a coffee pot that decided to stop functioning (they understood my need for coffee!) Awesome set up with games, yard and a deep freeze?! We stayed for my daughter’s graduation from the Coast Guard Academy and wedding 2 days later! we could walk to Niantic if not on a tight schedule and the drive to academy was perfect about 12 minutes. My college age boys enjoyed the game basement. Fantastic site!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Nancy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

:(

Too many things wrong about this house to list. From the bee infestation on the deck, to the musty smell throughout the house and moldy window air conditioners. Kids got lots of mosquito bites at night due to temp windows being open from tape being old and not sticking anymore. Non working fridge and owners brought a mini fridge but too small because we brought a lot of food with us and had to even throw food out. Owners pretty much responded quickly but things weren’t resolved during our stay. Was also blamed for a hole in the wall that we didn’t do.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

We loved that this home is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac! We also loved that the kitchen, dining, and living areas are an open area so we could all be talking while one was cooking and others watching TV. The yard is very large and private. A few tips, bring a blender (if you're a smoothie person), the deck is very sunny and there isn't an umbrella for the table on the deck so bring sunscreen, the yard is private/surrounded by woods so bring bug spray. We brought all three so we were all set! The communication with the owner was great! Also, where it is at the end of the cul-de-sac, there was a basketball hoop and plenty of room to shoot hoops which our son loved! We used all three of the upstairs/ main floor bedrooms, the 4th bedroom is downstairs in the game room but it isn't separated from the game room so keep that in mind. We did not need to use this bed as there were only 4 of us. The beds in the two king bedrooms on main floor are very low to the ground (platform beds) so you may want to keep that in mind as well. It wasn't an issue for us. The beds and bedding were very comfortable. The plates and bowls are square (breakable) so if you have children you may want to opt for disposable plates/bowls. We did and it also saves on having to use the dishwasher often. The coffee maker is an auto drip and not programable (programming doesn't work) so what we did was to set-up coffee night before and whomever woke up first simply hit the button to brew the coffee. My older son and I walked down to Niantic most of the mornings. Route 156 is busy so we walked down to the set of lights to crossed where there was a sidewalk on the other side. You can walk right over the bridge (there's a sidewalk on the bridge) and have a wonderful ocean water view (about 15 minutes from house). On the other side of the bridge is the town (very quaint must see) which is another 10 minutes from the bridge. There's a bakery on left side with fresh bread made daily. Very fun game room but keep in mind there are a lot of stairs (carpeted) to get down to it or you can access it from the driveway outside as well (which might be easier for young children or elderly or handicapped people). There is a very secure gate at top of stairs (wooden half gate) that is very safe. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and fun

This house was perfect for our short family getaway, comfortable, clean, specious and fun! The kids loved the arcade room and we all spend time together playing many of the board games. The beds were comfortable, there was lots of space to relax, both inside and in the yard. Kitchen had everything we needed. The neighborhood was quiet and just a short drive to stores and restaurants. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Homecoming Weekend

The house was exactly everything we wanted and needed for Homecoming weekend at USCGA. The location of the house was convenient for everything we needed and my husband and son had a great time hanging out and playing old-school video games on our first night there. The amenities of the house were great and there was more than enough room for friends and family to hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun and relaxing!

We had so much fun playing games and chatting in the relaxing and open space! The owner was very communicative and everything went super smoothly. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

House was clean, comfortable and fun for our family and two small dogs. Owners were great to communicate with. Location is a short drive to beaches, casinos and Mystic.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a fun stay!

Had an amazing time here, so many indoor and outdoor games - only thing I regret is not booking it longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

mystic

Had a family trip planned to look at wedding dresses and venues near Mystic. This house was in the perfect location away from the traffic but close enough to enjoy the area. The house has some quirky things but overall it was a good spot. Enjoyed the yard, firepit and deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Niantic House of Fun

Great place to stay. Beautiful property abutts Dominion property owned by power company. Undeveloped and plenty of wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a family gathering

8 of us in our family stayed here for 3 nights over Memorial Day weekend. The house is the last house on a dead end street with a large yard. It’s a pretty spot and very quiet. The house was very comfortable and had plenty of room for all. The kids had a good time in the game room .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022