Home in Lyme

“The Answer” is listed in “Only In Your State” 2024 - titled “This Riverfront Retreat Will Be Your New Favorite Destination” and Travellers Worldwide 2022 and 2023 Kayaks included This unique glass-front, tidal river retreat, is privately nestled on historic Hamburg Cove. It offers gorgeous year-round, tranquil tidal water and valley views. Extraordinarily and serene. The interior is open/spacious and bathed in light. Wake up to the many sounds of nature. The space The Answer is an absolute sanctuary for nature-seeking travelers needing true rest and rejuvenation. Tucked away in serene surroundings, it offers the perfect escape from the chaos of everyday life. Peaceful mornings here feel like a dream, sipping coffee as the sun slowly peaks through the trees while listening to the gentle sounds of the ever-changing tidal river. The nearby nature trails invite peaceful walks, allowing you to reconnect with the beauty around you. If you're longing to unplug, reset, and soak in the tranquility of nature, this is the place to be. The interior of this unique home offers 25-foot cathedral ceilings of open living space, three sliders to a deck, and another authentic stone patio with softly lit bistro lighting for your enjoyment and comfort, where you can rest, spend your days on the river, soak in the essence of wildlife, and enjoy outdoor dining at one of our many seating areas all by the river. Sit by the fire pit during cool spring, summer, and fall evenings, or enjoy our indoor gas fireplace with the click of a button in the cold winter months. Our renovated 1859 cottage is located on a small street, and once you step into the back of the house, you will find it very private and peaceful. Our home has an open floor plan that allows you to take in the soothing tidal river views from every area. This cozy, spacious home also offers multiple indoor sitting areas overlooking the peaceful Cove. There is a convenient half bathroom on the first level and a spacious full bathroom off the bedroom on the 2nd level, which has a large open glass walk-in shower and rainshower head and is fully stocked with plenty of towels, body wash, shampoo, and conditioner. The bedroom offers a queen-size bed, a remarkably comfortable Tempur-Pedic mattress, organic bedding sheets/duvet/blankets, a cloud-like mattress topper, and comfy pillows for a fantastic night's sleep. It also has a bureau with six drawers, a shoe caddy, a spacious closet, and two chairs in front of the sliders to enjoy the scenery from the second level. The queen-size sofa bed is on the first level and is large enough to sleep on top w/out pulling it out There is a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, toaster, microwave, teapot, carafe coffee maker, Keurig mini, pots/pans, cookie sheets, outdoor grill/utensils, grill mitt, plenty of silverware, mixing bowls, salad platter, charcuterie board, various size cutting boards, appetizer ware, ice cream scoop, cheese slicers, wine glasses/opener, spices, salt/pepper, olive oil, etc Remote Workers: Work remotely in this comfortable, quiet space. It has excellent Wi-Fi and plenty of outlets to work anywhere, inside or out. You will find a wood firepit, Weber BBQ grill, plenty of patio space, two kayaks for guests' use, lots of board games, outdoor bocci ball, and cozy areas inside and out where you can connect with your loved ones or relax singlehandedly away from the world's chaos... This home also has two quiet mini-splits for your convenience and comfort. What to do: In the summertime, grab a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage/snack and sit outside in any one of the comfortable spaces and enjoy a peaceful, restful morning watching the fantastic, wide variety of wildlife, or do a little fishing, sunbathing and swimming, right from your dock. You can also grab a kayak and paddle out to the Connecticut River. There is a Marina within a 2-minute drive where you can rent a craft if you prefer not to kayak. There is a grocery store at Old Lyme Plaza, a 12-minute drive. There are several restaurants, beaches, museums, tourist areas, and parks within proximity (a 3-12 minute drive) listed in our guidebook. Enjoy the many outdoor cafes/restaurants on the Ct shoreline - Lyme, Essex, Chester, Hadlyme, Old Lyme, Niantic, Old Saybrook, and Mystic Ct. We send our booked customers a list of our favorite places and restaurants to explore. Several hiking trails for nature enthusiasts. Hartman Park Woodbridge Woodlands, Young and Beebe Preserve Loop is a 6.1-mile moderately trafficked loop trail near Old Lyme Ct. that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is best used from March until November. Nayantaquit Trail is a 4.4-mile moderately trafficked loop trail near Old Lyme Ct that features beautiful wildflowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers several activity options and is accessible year-round. Chestnut Hill Preserve 4.3 stars Lyme Ct. small trail - 0.4 miles. Nehantic State Forest is a 3.5-mile loop trail located near Old Lyme Ct. that features a great forest setting and is rated as moderate Watch Rock Loop is a 0.7-mile lightly trafficked loop trail near Old Lyme Ct., which offers lots of wildlife and is suitable for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and enjoying breathtaking nature. Upper Three Mile River Preserve is a 2.7-mile loop trail near Old Lyme, CT. It is suitable for all skill levels and is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips. Nearby Connecticut Beaches: Old Saybrook Ct Town beach, Harveys beach, McCook beach, Knollwood beach, Town beach, and Cove beach. East Lyme, CT. Rocky Neck State Park is a public recreation area on Long Island Sound in East Lyme, CT. The state park's 708 acres include a tidal river, a broad salt marsh, white sand beaches, rocky shores, and a large stone Pavillion dating from the 1930s. Hole-In-The-Wall Beach - This beach is accessed through a short tunnel under the railroad tracks, which is the inspiration for the name Hole-In-The-Wall. Its white sand beach slopes next to a swimming area sheltered by a stone jetty. To the right is McCook Point, and to the left is the Niantic Bay Boardwalk. New London CT Ocean Beach Park has a 1/2-mile beach boardwalk and features an Olympic-size pool, miniature golf course, playgrounds, and a cafe Guest access Guests will have access to the whole cottage Other things to note The dock is a floating dock and is stored at a marina during the winter (December - March).