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Hawks Nest Beach Family Resort To reach the cabins they traveled by steamer to the Old Lyme ferry landing or by train to the nearest stop at Black Hall Station.
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In 1895 Charles Garvin purchased waterfront property and built a log cabin for his family and a few bungalows for his greater Hartford friends. A farmer from White Sands area carried the people to Hawk's Nest Beach by horse and wagon along a cart path that is now Shore Road. The Black Hall Station was eventually moved to HNB and was slightly renovated to become cottage S12. In 1910, Charles Garvin

constructed a community store for the convenience of the summer residents, and in the modern form, is still the center of activity at the beach. In very early days the beach was named after seven huge hawks' nests in the nearby woods. Today fish hawks live in the neighboring marshes and you can see them swoop along the water catching fish in their talons. In spite of the devastating hurricane of 1938 and others that followed, one of the earliest summer places in Old Lyme grew into a well kept, family owned summer rental community. The resort is currently being run by the fourth and fifth generations of Charles Garvin. Come relax and have fun on the beach along the shores of Long Island Sound. We offer 48 summer vacation cottages (6 of which are winter rental homes) in the quiet town of Old Lyme, Connecticut. Hawk's Nest Beach is a New England resort that has been host for generations to families looking for a community oriented beach vacation, family reunion, or seaside home schooling adventure. Kids can swim, explore the beach, crab, ride bikes, kayak, meet new friends or participate in the many daily-organized activities. Weekly movies on the beach, scavenger hunts, homemade Soundview donuts and Friday kid's talent show are highlights for all ages. Adults can relax with a good book on the porch, play tennis, and stroll the waterfront or swim in the beautiful water

06/03/2024

It's the perfect time of year for beach wiffle ball games.

05/23/2024

Today was a beautiful day for a swim.

05/07/2024

Today was a beach day!

04/27/2024

Tennis anyone?

04/22/2024

The cloud put on a show last night over Hawk's Nest.

04/12/2024

Have you always wanted to rent at Hawk's Nest Beach? Looking for a summer vacation rental? Wanting to start a new tradition with your family? Now is your time. There are still a few open weeks left this summer. Please check out our website for availability. https://www.hawksnestbeach.com/cottages/availability/

Remember, you can always add your name to our cancellation list in case the perfect getaway spot becomes available for you!

02/14/2024

Snow day sunsets.

01/09/2024

🌅

01/05/2024

stunning.

01/02/2024

First sunset of 2024. Thanks for the picture, Alice Garvin.

01/01/2024

First sunrise of 2024. Thanks, for the pic.

11/23/2023

From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving. We are thankful for each and every one of you.

11/08/2023

The holidays are coming quickly, so order your copy now!

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11/02/2023

Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 Hawk’s Nest Beach Photo Contest. As always, we had so many amazing submissions and the Garvin Family very much enjoyed looking at all the memories that have been made at HNB.

If you photo was picked, please message us your address so we can mail you your prize. Thank you.

10/24/2023

Late October at the beach.

09/28/2023

Tonight’s Harvest Moon. 🌕

09/13/2023

Peaceful sunrise before the rain.

09/06/2023

🐬 🐬 🐬

A pod of dolphins were spotted early in the morning off the coast of Hawk's Nest Beach in...

09/05/2023

Hope everyone had a nice Labor Day Weekend but remember, summer doesn’t officially end until September 23rd

08/30/2023

There is still plenty of summer left at Hawk’s Nest.

07/30/2023

Raise your hands if you love Hawk’s Nest!

07/28/2023

Even the views from the cottage bathroom windows are phenomenal after a summer thunderstorm storm.

07/23/2023

Evenings at the Beach.

07/10/2023

Some of the best memories can be made on rainy days at HNB.

07/04/2023

traditions.

07/04/2023

parade ready! happy 4th of july 🇺🇸

07/03/2023

This weeks activities schedule! Can’t wait for the 4th of July festivities.

06/30/2023

Morning donut deliveries are one of our favorite traditions here at Hawk’s Nest. What is your tradition?

06/26/2023

This weeks activity schedule, hot off the presses. Hope everyone has a great week.

06/12/2023

crabbing season is officially here 🦀

Address

3 W End Drive
Old Lyme, CT
06371

Telephone

+18604341740

Website

http://hawksnestbeach.com/

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Videos

Who said it needs to be warm for a beach walk?

Sunday Reset.

December Sunrise.

Life is better at Hawk’s Nest Beach.

We hope everyone enjoyed the food, fun & fireworks yesterday! Happy 4th!

Pretty neat to watch the creek break thru to the sound.

As the new year rolls in like the tide we wanted to take a minute to thank all of you! HNB is the special place it is because of all of you! We wish you and your friends & family the best 2017!

Everyone enjoys blue skies at Hawk's Nest, even the birds.

I think we can all agree with Max... We love Hawk's Nest Beach!

These kids were determined to sell this summer's first batch of "fresh baked donuts" rain or shine! We will have them again on Tuesday and Thursday, if you missed them today!