Enjoy the sandy beaches at nearby Hammonassett State Park, or go hiking, biking, fishing or boating. Journey to nearby quintessential New England villages such as Essex, Old Lyme or Chester, for antique shopping, art galleries, or the Connecticut River Museum. The newly renovated Gillette Castle and top designer outlets at Clinton Crossing are also a 15-minute drive. The Ivoryton Playhouse, America's longest continually running summer stock theatre, is just a mile down the road, and the Goodspeed Opera House features highly acclaimed musicals just up the river in East Haddam.

Located on the Connecticut Shoreline less then two hours from NYC and Boston. The town on Essex and Ivoryton is very LGBT friendly and all are made to feel very welcome.