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Just a minute's walk from the private beach, this 1400 sq foot beach house offers a relaxing retreat with water views from the enclosed 3-season front porch and bedrooms. Unwind around the fire pit, enjoy sunset cocktails at your very own backyard beach bar, or explore nearby parks and attractions like Westfield shopping mall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Life is Better at the Beach!

  • Welcome to our beach house with your very own backyard beach bar! This home has 1400 sq feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and1.5 baths. This house is 6 back from the water. There are water views in both the bedroom & enclosed 3 season front porch. Just a one-minute timed walk to the private beach and access to 5 beach heads for fishing. A, beach cart and 6 beach chairs for your use are included in your stay to make a trip to the beach an enjoyable one. Bring your favorite cocktails to enjoy the beautiful sunset!
    After the sun goes down head back to the beach house to enjoy an evening around the fire pit.

    Just down the road is a beautiful park for the little ones to enjoy the huge playscape and swings. Play some basketball on the court, play some pickle ball on 1 of the 4 pickle ball courts, or hit some balls at baseball field.

    This beach home is conveniently located to grocery stores, Westfield shopping mall, great restaurants, and golfing all just 10 minutes away.

    Fully appointed kitchen:
    -Pots, pans, dishes, utensils, salt and pepper
    -Dishwasher, oven/stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, microwave, and toaster.

    Living room has ample seating with a couch that can be converted to additional sleeping space and a smart T.V for you to connect with all your entertainment accounts.

    Dining area with a table and seating for 6.

    1/2 bath main level

    Full bath second level

    Guest room 1- Queen bed, work desk, and a large closet
    Guest room 2- full size bed and a large closet
    Guest room 3- 2 twin size beds and a large closet

    Backyard
    deck with table for outside dining
    Gas Grill with propane provided
    firepit wood not provided
    beach bar BYOB



    Any questions please feel free to ask!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 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 - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
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

Located in Milford, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Boothe Memorial Park and Museum and Long Wharf Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port Milford and Grassy Hill Country Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater or Yale Bowl. With jet skiing, power boating and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Milford travel guide
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Milford, CT

What's nearby

  • A long pier extending into calm waters with a rocky shoreline.
    Walnut Beach
    16 min drive - 9.9 km
  • A large brick building with arched windows and domed towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a stone pathway.
    Yale University
    20 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Pond Point Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Melba Shopping Plaza Shopping Center
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bayview Beach
    2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • New Haven State Street Station
    22 min drive
  • Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pop's Family Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    4 min drive
  • Dogtown
    4 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    4 min drive
  • Island Poke
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life is Better at the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Life is Better at the Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Life is Better at the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life is Better at the Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Life is Better at the Beach! located?

Located in the heart of Milford, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pond Point Beach and Bayview Beach. Gulf Beach and Milford Memorial Bridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Life is Better at the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

martin b.

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

Great place to stay

Great house plenty of room. Location was great. very short walk to the beach, less the one minute.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

NY loves Milford!

Amazing property! Spacious, clean and a great location. Was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alaoui Z.

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

Great beach retreat!

Nice weekend with friends and young kids. The place is family friendly, clean and has a great atmosphere. Audrey and her husband were very communicative and welcoming! We loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Fun weekend at Point Beach!

The property is very clean and has what you need to relax and go to the beach. The golf cart was fun and the back deck was cozy with friends and family! Close to adorable Milford green with shops and restaurants! Just what we needed for our weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron P.

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

Relaxing Stay in Cute Milford Home

Five of us and our senior dog stayed at the home for three nights. We loved hanging in the fenced in backyard and walking by the water. Neighborhood was friendly and reasonably quiet. The home had most of what we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Odete W.

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

Family wedding

This property was well equipped, and close to many venues and restaurants . Communication with the owner was seamless.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The best family weekend!

We absolutely loved staying here. My husband and I brought our 10-year-old for a little family getaway. The house was exactly as described- really lovely. Having a fully stocked kitchen and deck to sit out on in the evenings made it so easy. Our favorite part was cruising around the neighborhood in the golf cart, and taking it to the beach and basketball court. The owners were lovely and super responsive. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara D.

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

The pictures were accurate

When I walked in I immediately noticed how spotless the place was. Every room looked exactly like the pictures that were listed. They had all of the essentials. We didn't need anything except food. The host and the people in the neighborhood were friendly. It was a comfortable and fun stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The place was 100 degrees! They didn’t put the window air conditioners on so we were very hot and moody! The bbq is disgusting and partially broken therefore dangerous. No frying pans! I had one which was small the other one had all scratches and carcinogenic material. The place was clean and it cooled down after the first evening. The had a stand up air conditioner. Wasn’t worth the price and the host was nasty told me to leave and f I didn’t like it! Yes last minute I can pack up 4 people and leave and find another spot. Sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brittney H.

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

Beach Vacation

Audrey and Steve were lovely hosts. They were quick to communicate when we had questions. The house itself was neat and tidy, with nice sized bedrooms, common area, and yard for the dog. We traveled with our little ones which the house wasn’t really equipped for. The space is better for kids 7+ who can use regular dishes, glasses, etc. The only sticky spot was the private beach. There really wasn’t much sand and even though we had water shoes, the size of the rocks was too tough for our kids to navigate. We ended up at Walnut Beach multiple days which was much sandier and easier for the kids. Overall, we’d recommend this home for adults or families with older children.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominique M.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

We had a great time staying here for the 4th of July weekend. House is in a great location! We walked to the beach, enjoyed the deck and backyard. House was very clean and had everything we needed. Hosts were very responsive and check-in/out was a breeze. Enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Nice Stay In Milford

We enjoyed our 3 nights in Milford. The home was very clean and in a great location. We enjoyed walking around the neighborhood. The hosts were accommodating and friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cece b.

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

Awesome stay Family Friendly!

We had another great stay. As always clean. We hat a lot of fun using the back yard bar and the golf cart. We already booked again for August!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wendy c.

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

Awesome stay !!

Excellent location. the house is well appointed and very clean. we plan on booking again for the end of the summer. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin T.

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

Beautiful Beach Town Home

My family had a wonderful time. The home was absolutely beautiful. Audrey and Steve were very accommodating and answered all of our questions. Highly recommended. We definitely would will stay here again! 5 stars. Everything was absolutely perfect in every way!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

linda w.

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

Love this Location!!!

This property has everything you need. It was nice not to have to worry about beach chairs or towels.. The kitchen has everything you need. The beds are very comfortable. and more important its was very clean! oh and the golf cart they provided was fun. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maisie S.

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

Perfect Perfect Perfect

It’s impossible to summarize how pleased and grateful we are for everything about this rental. We were looking for a small intimate place to get married. This home is perfect. The location/home was only 100 yards from our beautiful ceremony site. We brought in catering from Stonebridge restaurant who had 2 staff members set up our food while we were at the ceremony. And we had supplies from Taylor Rental. It was stunning and just perfect. We arrived on Thursday with our adult children and stayed until Sunday. A few family members came in on Friday only for the wedding. Saturday was such a wonderful day to relax with our kids. There are so many water spots and areas within walking distance to enjoy. From the first email, Audrey was unbelievably accommodating. From helping us secure the ceremony site, to offering up some supplies, leaving us a lovely note, wine and cheesecake to checking on us while there and so many other things. It was truly just perfect. I can’t recommend them highly enough. I believe she will post pics of our set up once I get and send to her. But yes, this is def the spot ! And I didn’t even mention how lovely the home alone is. Just gorgeous. We will forever be grateful to Audrey and her husband and the entire association there who were wonderful as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten P.

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

Awesome Hidden Getaway

I cannot over emphasize how awesome this place was! The house was clean and had plenty of room. The beach is literally a few blocks away and there’s water access probably a few hundred feet away. It was awesome that it was dog friendly because we were able to let the dogs swim. The backyard was also awesome for sitting out for meals, playing games, and sitting around the fire. The neighborhood was nice and friendly, even made friends with the neighbors. We also had fun zipping around the neighborhood on the golf cart. Audrey was very responsive and helpful. Couldn’t say enough great things!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Beautiful House from Great Hosts

The perfect spot for a great beach vacation! The house was absolutely immaculate and very well and comfortably furnished. It was a very quick walk to the beach and there’s a golf cart to help ease the trip there when you bring all the necessary gear with you. The hosts were very communicative and kind, and even left us a nice welcoming present. We love the property and hope to stay again there next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen s.

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

Amazing

This place was beyond our expectations! It's a beautiful house in a wonderful location. The neighbors were great and the house was spotless. We hope to return next year. Thank you, Audrey, for your attention to detail, the lovely welcome gifts, and willingness to allow our pups to vacation with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

c s.

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

Wonderful experience

The hosts are a very nice couple. The house was beautifully decorated and super clean. Everything you could possibly need and more. We entered the property to find a cheesecake and bottle of wine from the hosts. Both yummy, thank you. Great neighborhood with a very short walk to the beach. Bonus golf cart for some added fun. Especially loved the outside backyard beach bar and BBQ grill. Beautiful area, great house, kind hosts equals another booking. Can’t wait to return. Thanks for a wonderful family get together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Amazing family stay

The hosts were amazing! Immediate response and just great people. The entire neighborhood was friendly and inviting. Quick walk to the beach, cute park close by. The kids had a blast. The house was extremely clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed including an adorable bar set up in the back yard. 5 stars all around and can't wait to stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Beautiful clean home

We had a wonderful stay in Milford! Location was great and the golf cart made the short walk to the beach that much better! House was extremely clean. Owners were very gracious and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Perfectly lovely cottage

Our time at Point Beach in Milford was highlighted by this cozy cottage. The front porch was the perfect spot for morning coffee, and the rest of the house, with it’s fresh updates and warm, “beachy” feel, was ideal for our crew, which included two pups. The neighborhood was such fun to explore in the provided golf cart, and the residents were friendly and welcoming. The property host, Audrey, was attentive and wonderfully kind and generous. We hope to visit again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

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

Amazing house!

This house is a gem - beautifully decorated and perfectly situated just a block from the beach. We made the trip from NC to Milford for our nephew’s high school graduation and the house was just so perfect. Audrey and Steve were gracious hosts leaving us a bottle of wine and cheesecake to welcome us to their home! Audrey was very responsive with any questions I had. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022