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Nestled in the heart of Essex Village, this charming apartment offers a tranquil retreat with river views. Unwind on the private patio, equipped with a gas grill and outdoor seating, or stroll through town to explore shopping and restaurants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River!

  • Embrace the essence of small-town living at this renovated apartment in the heart of Essex Village. With all the character and charm of a historic home, this 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental offers river views, a private patio, gas grill, outdoor seating, and used to be the historic light and power building. The property is within walking distance of shopping, restaurants, nightlife, and museums. It is the perfect place for a Connecticut retreat, what are you waiting for? Book now!

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    Water View | Smart TVs w/ Cable | 1.4 Mi to Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

    Bedroom (Loft): Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

    INDOOR LIVING: Telescope, spiral staircase, widow’s walk (shared)
    OUTDOOR LIVING: Lower patio w/ gas grill
    KITCHENETTE: Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, mini refrigerator, 2 microwaves, hot pot, Nespresso combo espresso machine & pod coffee maker, toaster
    GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer/dryer, central air conditioning & heating, ceiling fans, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels
    FAQ: Homeowner on-site (separate unit), not childproofed
    ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, stairs & spiral staircase required to access
    PARKING: Free street parking (first-come, first-served)

    -- THE LOCATION --

    LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Connecticut River Museum (0.1 miles), Essex Steam Train & Riverboat (1.4 miles), Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park (1.4 miles), Ivoryton Playhouse (1.5 miles), Florence Griswold Museum (6.9 miles), Gillette Castle (15.7 miles), Harkness Memorial State Park (22.1 miles), Mohegan Sun (26.5 miles), Mystic Aquarium (28.4 miles), Yale University (32.6 miles), Foxwoods Resort Casino (34.3 miles)
    OPT OUTSIDE: Essex Boat Ramp (0.1 miles), Canfield Woods (2.5 miles), Ferry Landing State Park (6.8 miles), Harvey’s Beach (7.1 miles), Rocky Neck State Park & Beach (11.6 miles), Chatfield Hollow State Park (12.6 miles), Hammonasset Beach State Park (14.7 miles), Devil's Hopyard State Park (17.8 miles), Wadsworth Falls State Park (23.0 miles)
    GOLF: Fenwick Golf Course (8.1 miles), Fox Hopyard Golf Club (15.2 miles), Cedar Ridge Golf Course (15.5 miles), Black Birch Golf Course (16.9 miles)
    NEARBY TOWNS: Old Saybrook (5.6 miles), Westbrook (6.6 miles), Old Lyme (6.9 miles), Chester (6.9 miles), Deep River (7.0 miles), Niantic (14.4 miles), Waterford (17.1 miles), New London (20.8 miles)
    AIRPORTS: Bradley International Airport (51.9 miles), Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (69.6 miles)

    -- REST EASY WITH US --

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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: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay
    - NOTE: Because the spiral staircase and the balcony are not childproofed, this property may not be suitable for young children. Adult supervision is recommended
    - NOTE: The 2-story property requires stairs to access and a spiral staircase to access the bedroom. The shared widow's walk is on the 3rd floor
    - NOTE: The upper patio is not available for guest use

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Golfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Essex is home to this apartment. Pratt House and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail and Ferry Landing State Park. Hattitudes and Sweet Martha's are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Essex travel guide
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Essex, CT

What's nearby

  • Connecticut River Museum
    Connecticut River Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Beverly Public Library at 32 Essex Street in historic city center of Beverly, Massachusetts MA, USA.
    Essex Library
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Essex Steam Train
    Essex Steam Train
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Essex Island Marina
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hattitudes
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station
    12 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cumberland Farms
    4 min drive
  • Polar Express
    3 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    3 min drive
  • Scotch Plains Tavern
    5 min drive
  • Subway
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River! located?

Situated in Essex, this apartment building is steps away from Essex Island Marina and Hattitudes. Connecticut River Museum and Connecticut River are also within 5 minutes.

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Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

Cozy &Quaint

My wife and i enjoyed the weekend getaway. Nice cozy place and quaint friendly town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quaint Village of Essex

Property was clean and as advertised. Great for a day or two retreat from the stresses of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine v.

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

Lovely apartment with an incredible view

We loved our stay! Apartment was perfect. Upstairs views to the harbor were lovely to wake up to. Easy, quick walk to town and restaurant. We will be sure to go back and stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micki B.

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

Beautiful Cove View Apartment

Stayed for a week, apartment is adorable with great view of the Essex Cove. Booked the Essex Clipper Dinner Train, which was amazing. Relaxing Vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Comfortable & Convenient

Great accommodations with all of the comforts located in a nice location conveniently close to historic Essex village attractions and restaurants. Beautiful views of the river marina and coves.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Family get together

Our stay was great. We had everything we needed for our visit. You can’t beat the location in Essex. Don’t hesitate to grab this one, if you are considering this area for your vacation. Karen and her husband are amazing hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Great Location and Very Comfortable Accommodations

Visiting family in the area and this was the perfect location to do it from. Accommodations were very comfortable and looked very nice. Made for a very relaxing atmosphere in our down time and at night. Bed and chairs were all very comfortable, everything was very clean. Lots of great places to eat, grab a drink, coffee or a snack just steps away. Definitly will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Wedding

The apartment was very comfortable and had great views of the waterfront from the second floor. It is in an excellent location near downtown Essex.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pamela f.

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

Essex trip

This property was truly unique and the location could not have been any better. Walking distance to everything in town. The property owners were very helpful and overall it was a great stay. Lose to Old Saybrook where my dad is in assisted living. The location of thisproperty allowed us to spend quality time with him.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

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

Great Weekend Getaway!

Definitely recommend! We have nothing but great things to say about our trip, starting with this rental apartment. It was absolutely clean, lovely and very interesting. Lots of cool details to this apartment, including the beautiful view of the harbor right outside the bedroom window with comfy reclining chairs to relax and enjoy the view. The grounds are also beautiful and the location was perfect, right in the center of town, with lots of charming shops and good restaurants within a short walking distance. A lovely, interesting, non-touristy town with very friendly people. We definitely enjoyed everything about our stay and will be back. The hosts were very friendly, considerate and outgoing. We're looking forward to our next trip back to Essex!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caelee L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect central location in Essex to spend the weekend in town and the surrounding area. My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights. The property is extremely well-kept and clean, would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming apartment in fantastic location.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Communication with the host was excellent and the apartment is charming. The location couldn't be better and we fell in love with Essex. We only stayed two nights at the end of two wonderful weeks in beautiful Connecticut but wish that we would have had twice as long.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Great locale

Loved this place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Essex Escape

The house was very clean and tastefully appointed.Beautiful harbor views, and within walking distance to all the restaurants and taverns. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BOB C.

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

Outstanding !!!

Beautiful in all respects. Exquisite view of harbor. Walking distance to 3 wonderful restaurants and many unique shops . The fact that it is 2 stories may make it difficult for some people. One of the few places that we plan to visit again !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nereida and Mark C.

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

Was an excellent and peaceful experience, plan to go back!

My husband and I love the apartment, it is clean, beautiful, decorated with a beautiful rustic style. We also love the environment and area, our stay was only 3 nights and 4 days, so we did not explore as much as we liked to, but enough to know the area to get around. We do plan to go back as I like to spend more days there writing and working on my decorating because everyone needs a regular get away and this is my perfect spot in Conn., as we normally have to drive to Vermont and New Hampshire to capture this experience we look for as in Log Cabins, rustic cottage homes and beautiful areas etc. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience and we hope to be back soon. Mark & Nereida Calabrese South Windsor, Connecticut 860.989.0584-Cell Nerycreation@yahoo.com
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Perfect Getaway

This sweet cottage in Essex was the perfect getaway. I chose to go away for some R&R and couldn’t have been happier. The cottage is clean, quaint, quiet and walking distance to downtown Essex. The place was extremely quiet. The owners were so attentive and such lovely people. The bed was so comfortable. The view of the harbor was lovely as well. I stayed for 9 days and could have stayed longer if it was available. This was my first time in this area of Connecticut. So many beautiful little towns close by. This is a true gem of a find. I can’t say enough about my positive experience. I will be back. Thank you for being such great hosts and making my stay so enjoyable. Best, Heidi Kent
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

We really lucked out!

I can’t believe that we were able to get this place at the last minute! We will certainly return next time we are in Connecticut visiting my brother in Chester. So convenient!! But most importantly, what a beautiful and unique property. So many special touches . The reclining chairs by the picture window in the bedroom had the best view of a lighthouse and the water. There was even a telescope to enjoy the view. I found myself wishing for a rainstorm to go through so we could just sit there and watch. Just our luck, we had perfect weather both days. The garden was beautiful, filled with roses.. so tranquil. The town of Essex is adorable and walkable. Many cute shops , I recommend the Chocolate Geeks for their Truffle Shots! OMG! I i recommend this place, and can’t wait for an excuse to get back to Connecticut!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karima O.

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

Fabulous little place

It’s was our wedding anniversary and we wanted to go somewhere nice to relax. This is the perfect little town to be at if you are looking for that. We had the perfect view from our bedroom window, magical you can say. We didn’t need to use our car since we got there. Everything is at walking distance: restaurant, water front coffee shops….. I will go again without thinking twice!! Would like to thank the owners who stayed next door, they made sure we were good and we didn’t need anything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

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

Essex in the fall

We’ve been to Essex a few times. This location is right in the middle of everything. If you can’t book the Gris this is next best or even better. Walk to Black seal. Dauntless. Carlsons. The Gris.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Amazing!

We stayed here for an anniversary getaway and it was perfect. Great location to restaurants and great views overlooking the marina. The apartment is super cute complete with all the right details. Recommend 1000%!