Mill Pond Retreat is a lovely 3 bedroom 2.5 bath two-story cottage with panoramic views of the quiet and private Mill Pond, an 80 acre tidal estuary that flows into the Long Island Sound. It's home to many species of birds and aquatic wildlife. The space Mill Pond Retreat sits directly overlooking Mill Pond on a quiet and private street. A picturesque 1/2 mile walk will land you at Mill Pond Beach. A short 3 min drive can have you soaking up the sun at the popular Compo Beach. Restaurants, shopping, and entertainment are a plenty on Main Street or Riverside Ave just 5-10 mins away. Main Floor: The main floor boasts an open floor plan with kitchen, dining, and living areas overlooking Mill Pond via a wall of windows across the front of the house. Through the french doors, walk out onto an expansive patio to enjoy coffee/breakfast as the sun rises over the water or open up the grill and enjoy a BBQ on a perfect Westport summer night. The main floor also contains a 1/2 bathroom and laundry. Upstairs : Master bedroom: The master bedroom has a queen size bed with floor to ceiling windows for stunning views of Mill Pond. The bedroom also contains the master bathroom with tub. Note: The bathroom is in the bedroom and is not separated by a wall or door. If more privacy is needed, there is a full bathroom right down the hall. The bedroom has direct access via two doors to the upper deck Guest bedrooms: There are 2 guest bedrooms . Guest bedroom 1 has a queen bed and also has fantastic views overlooking the pond with direct access to the upper deck. Guest bedroom 3 has a twin bed . There is a bathroom located in the hallway right outside these bedrooms Den: The upper floor also contains an oversized den Upper Deck: The upper deck encompasses the entire southern and eastern exposures of the house. There are multiple seating and viewing areas including a long high top table. Requesting to book: You must send an inquiry before booking to make sure the house is available . Tell us a bit about why you will be visiting and who will be in your group (including information about pets such as size, age and breed). Please note that we are close to water and have stairs . Guest access Guests have access to the entire house and property Other things to note Do not book before sending host an inquiry and information about who will be staying at the house and if there are pets the breed , weight ,and age. The house is wonderful for visits of any length and in all seasons. We have recently changed the furniture in the house . Pictures will be updated soon but the second bedroom now has a queen bed instead of a twin .