Enjoy a day at the beach!
With its tide-washed marshlands, thousand-acre forest, two beautiful coves, and wide sandbar at the mouth of the Connecticut River, Old Saybrook is one of the state’s most precious natural environments. It’s also a beautiful place to spend some time, with enough browsing and buying opportunities for landlubbers who like to shop — as well as all the marinas and other nautical venues sure to delight both sailors and anyone who loves the sea. Book rooms at the exceptional Saybrook Point Resort. For breakfast, count on Mirsina’s. Then tour the town at a leisurely pace. Any morning is well spent hiking the shady trails of Great Cedars Conservation Area, one of the last coastal forests in New England, or kayaking the North and South Coves, where shorebirds, lighthouses, windmills, and picturesque cottages offer a close up look at the true charm of life on The Shoreline. After lunch at Johnny Ad’s — a popular seafood shack, spread out a blanket at Harvey’s Beach and either do a little reading or simply watch the waves come and go until the sun begins to slip away. You might even want to spend some time being indulged at Essence Center for Beauty and Wellness on Main Street. For dinner, think Liv’s Oyster Bar, a dining experience you don’t want to miss...Nancy’s Rosemary & Sage, where traditional charm, warm service, and a cleverly reimagined menu of contemporary American cuisine makes this place a local favorite...or Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Resort and Marina, where the food and the views are extrardinary. A round of mini-golf at Saybrook Point Park is the perfect way to end the evening. And as you nod off to sleep, imagine the fun that’s in store tomorrow — especially if you begin it with a river cruise. Take your pick. There are many.
