Family-friendly vacation rentals in East Haven

Elegant Modern Stay Near Yale • Gym • Roof Terrace

Come and stay at this luxury, modern one-bedroom apartment just steps away from Yale! Broadway lies just around the corner and some of New Haven’s best Pizza a stone’s throw away you’d be hard-pressed to find a better location for your stay. Enjoy cooking up a nice dinner at home one night using the fully-equipped kitchen provided. Spend the evening on the rooftop terrace watching the sunset over the city skyline before tucking in for the night. Use the downstairs gym for a morning workout.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Bathroom

WaterviewsTakeWedding pics,CollegeTours Yale&Beach

PETS ALLOWED! Spectacular unobstructed Long Island Sound views year-round, out your front door along Pardee Seawall! This exceptional shore line property offers all new furniture & amenities. Minutes to wedding venues-perfect for getting dressed on your wedding day & taking photos literally right outside your door (props available). Near: Tweed NH Airport, beach, Yale University & Hosp, restaurants & museums. All new furniture, linens/towels, grill, fire pit, centralAC, WIFI. Onsite parking.

Family · Kitchen · Grill

Renovated private studio with gated parking (2)

Freshly updated studio! Perfect for short stays, business trips, or quick airport access. This studio has its own private entrance, dining area, sleeping space, and private bathroom. While it’s located on the same property as the main house, the unit is fully separate and designed for complete privacy. Enjoy contactless self check-in with a smart lock 🔑 for an easy, flexible arrival. Amenities include: • Microwave • Mini fridge • Coffee maker (coffee included ☕️) • Gated parking space (1 car)

Family · Indoor spaces · Sleep quality

Beach Haven - waterfront, near Yale, sunsets

Everything you need for an amazing vacation, year-round, in our comfortable home right on the beach! Walk out the back door and dip your toes in the sand and in Long Island Sound. Enjoy spectacular views from the back patio, sun room, and most rooms in the house. Watch the sunset while soaking in the hot tub. Sit by the gas fireplace with a book. Stroll along the lovely nearby sea wall. 10-minute drive to Yale and all downtown New Haven has to offer. 5-minute drive to Lighthouse Point Park.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Location

Water Views & July 4 Fireworks – June 27, 2026

Quaint and romantic beachside retreat along the Connecticut shoreline, featuring spectacular waterfront views, breathtaking sunrises and July 4 Fireworks. Just 100 steps from the beach, with a cozy fire pit in the yard for relaxing evenings by the water. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, and other seaside activities, along with many exceptional local restaurants nearby. Conveniently located just 5 minutes from the Shore Line East train station and only a 10-minute drive or train ride to New Haven.

Kitchen · Family · Walkability

Ocean View Cottage: Yale, Beach, Wedding & Golf

The Island Sound Cottage is pet friendly, has been newly renovated (not a shared space). 15 mins to Yale & Downtown; unobstructed ocean view from the living room & balcony. Located in a beautiful and safe location. This pristine home comes with breathtaking ocean views! Head out your front door to stroll along the famous Pardee Seawall Park on The Long Island Sound. Enjoy this colonial cottage with big windows, skylights, balcony, plenty of sunlight and sunset. *Fully enclosed backyard.

Family · Kitchen · Air conditioning

Enchanted Cottage on the Marsh, walk to beach

Enjoy an idyllic stay at Enchanted Cottage on the Marsh! Private, quiet one bedroom cottage on Farm River with breathtaking views from deck. Take in the herons, ospreys and other birds among the natural surroundings while relaxing on your very private deck. Or take a stroll to the neighborhood beach, trails or a restaurant. Enjoy daily retreat from everyday life. We want you to have a relaxing stay with us, free from worry. 10 min walk to beach, trails, 10 min drive to Yale University.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Quiet

The Pearl, New Haven

Amazing hidden luxury experience along the Quinnipiac River in a historic mid-19th century property. Enjoy the scenic river and sunset views, soak in our stunner claw-foot tub, recharge in the sunlit living room, work in the dining alcove, or relax by the bay windows with your favorite drink. NO KITCHEN, but we have a coffee maker, tea kettle, toaster oven, microwave, fridge, plates, and cutlery. We are 15 mins drive from Yale, 2 mins walk to the downtown bus, and easy cycling downtown.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Parks

Steps to Beach • Hot Tub • Game Room • Water Views

Beautiful coastal beach house directly across from a private beach and tennis club with complimentary guest access. Backing up to a serene marsh with stunning views, this home offers a peaceful, upscale setting perfect for families and groups. Relax in the hot tub with outdoor TV, fire pit, and kayaks. Inside features 4 bedrooms, a workspace, and a new game room with a 100” TV, pool table, shuffleboard, and darts. Minutes from Branford’s town center, dining, and waterfront attractions.

Indoor spaces · Family · Access

King 1BR Apt with Cozy Den and Luxury Amenities

This gorgeous apt, located in a brand-new luxury building at the center of New Haven’s historic downtown, offers unparalleled comfort, service, and amenities. You can watch a movie on a 65" HDTV, work in one of 5 co-working spaces, or relax at the pool w/ grills and cabanas. Highlights: • Walkable access to Yale • Deep-clean prior to every guest • Coffee, fresh linens, and bathroom essentials • 24/7 fitness center • Rooftop sun terrace + grills • Entertainment lounge w/ bowling alley

Family · Kitchen · Access

Cozy 2 Story Cottage in Short Beach Community

A cozy home in a beach community that has a central location with easy access to outdoor activities & local restaurants. The home is also 5 minutes from the Branford Train Station, Stony Creek Brewery, & Branford's town center. We are also a 10 minute drive from New Haven, home to Yale University, Yale Hospital and other colleges/universities. Our guests also gain access to Johnsons' Beach, a private residents only beach, located just around the corner from the home (3 minute walk)

Family · Kitchen · River

The Cottage at Indian Cove

A charming original turn of the century cottage that was recently renovated. One main room plus a full bathroom and Ikea kitchen. It includes a back porch that gets a perfect amount of late afternoon sun. The cottage has electric baseboard heat for cool nights. We are located in Indian Cove beach Association with a two block walk to the beach. You are welcome to enjoy our kayaks, bikes to tour the area and a fire pit.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Grill