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Steeped in history and sloping down into the Block Island Sound from the southern side of Connecticut, Waterford is a charming and characterful New England town. It was founded by English settlers in the 17th century and later took a name that nods to Ireland's Waterford, across the pond. These days, it touts the white-sand, dune-backed stretches of Pleasure Beach and a clutch of intriguing historic homes, not to mention a whole range of elegant Waterford vacation rentals that'll have you sleeping within earshot of the Atlantic Ocean.
Activities and attractions in and around Waterford
Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes Waterford a fun place to get away. Here are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art (6.2 mi / 9.9 km)
- Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration (11 mi / 17.7 km)
- Essex Steam Train (12.5 mi / 20.1 km)
- Lake of Isles (13.7 mi / 22 km)
- Preston Ridge Vineyard (13.7 mi / 22.1 km)
- Saltwater Farm Vineyard (14.2 mi / 22.8 km)
Sea-washed Waterford beckons
If you've got your eye on one of the beautiful Waterford vacation rentals by the sea, then you can look forward to a real New England beach experience. Many homes come loaded with deck spaces and BBQs to let you sizzle up seafood grills while looking out across the Atlantic rollers. Others have doorstep access to the sands, putting surfing, sunbathing and sandcastle building all on the menu. Waterford's also a great place to organize fishing expeditions or boat trips to remote isles out in the sound.
Summer's a-calling in Waterford
While Waterford vacation rentals promise a cozy pad close to the sloshing Atlantic Ocean all year round, it's hardly a surprise that they are in most demand during the summer. That runs between May and August, and brings long, dry days that have plenty of sunshine. It's when you'll want to arrive if you've got swimming and sunbathing in mind. Spring, in April and May, and fall, in September and October, can also be popular, especially if you're looking to wander the local botanical gardens and woods.
Between rivers and oceans in Waterford
Waterford is a cut-out of the southern Connecticut shoreline. It stands on the headlands that jut out between the Thames River in the east and the Niantic River in the west. Its main natural draw is surely the coast, which is best seen at the Ocean Beach Park. That's home to wide arcs of gleaming white sand – you can go there in the summer to swim in the Atlantic and top up the tan. The Harkness Memorial State Park is another escape that's just next door. That's got manicured gardens, nature trails and picnic spots.
Transportation to and around Waterford
The nearest airport is in T.F. Green Airport (PVD), located 45.6 mi (73.3 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London), which is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) away.