This cottage checks all the boxes I look for in a beach house. It is a bit roomier than it looked in the photos. It has one AC unit that worked hard on a fairly humid week, but there are good quality ceiling fans in all the bedrooms, living room and enclosed porch. There is nice outdoor space with a gas grill and a modern kitchen, so eating a few meals in is an option. The real star of the show is the enclosed porch. It was a great spot for morning coffee and some quite time.
Most of all, the place was spotless and very well maintained. There were some nice touches, like good quality towels and a soap/shampoo dispenser in the shower. The outdoor shower to wash off the beach sand was a plus. Damian, the property owner, was very responsive, answering all my inquiries within minutes.
Finally, Old Colony Beach, about a 6-7 minute walk away, was beautiful. I will definitely keep this one in mind for my next stay at the Connecticut shore.