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Jay's Ranch

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Hamden, near Southern Connecticut State University

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Exterior
Business Room | Living area | 60-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, Hulu
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Business Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries
Near Yale University, Jay's Ranch offers a warm retreat with laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast or connect to in-room WiFi while appreciating the nearby Southern Connecticut State University.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Washer/dryer
Pillow menu
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Business Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Business Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
54 Country Hills Rd, Hamden, CT, 06514

What's nearby

  • Southern Connecticut State University - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Yale University - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Yale Bowl - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Yale-New Haven Hospital - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Quinnipiac University - 11 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Wallingford Station - 19 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sapori D'Italia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪B&B Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Jay's Ranch

Upscale bed & breakfast near Southern Connecticut State University
Located close to Yale University and Yale-New Haven Hospital, Jay's Ranch provides laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge), and barbecue grills
  • A front-desk safe and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 60-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Private yards, separate sitting areas, and premium channels

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM on request
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children

Things to do

  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries

Entertainment

  • 60-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • DVR
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Computer monitor
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee at check-out (exact amount varies)
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 21 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 7 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Cleaning deposit: USD 75 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per room
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (from 10 to 17 years old)
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 1 per week
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Jay's Ranch Hamden
Jay's Ranch Bed & breakfast
Jay's Ranch Bed & breakfast Hamden

Frequently asked questions

Is Jay's Ranch pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Jay's Ranch?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Jay's Ranch?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Jay's Ranch?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Jay's Ranch provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 10:30 AM–11:00 AM on request. A fee of USD 15 per room applies.

Where is Jay's Ranch located?

Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Southern Connecticut State University and within 6 mi (10 km) of Yale University and Yale-New Haven Hospital. Quinnipiac University and Sandy Point Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Jay's Ranch Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 44 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jermaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing stay. Renee is a great host. She is clean, personable, and professional. The home is very cozy, and while still a work in progress, the outdoor area is beautiful and teeming with potential. This is not a hotel or a motel, understanding this, do not expect the starchy atmosphere of those places, but instead appreciate the friendly, homely vibe. If you’re looking for somewhere reasonably priced, clean, and cozy, this is a great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and safe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arrived and wasn't let in. Was told it was "already" booked. Out $110 in need of a hotel late at night. Lovely!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lukas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, check-in and out were easy, it was clean and a great bargain.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice find for the price!

The hostess Rene was very friendly and accommodating. The room was spacious and clean, with comfortable bed and linens. I was pleasantly surprised that I had my own toilet. It was nice to have access to the kitchen and living room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tevfik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was like home. Definitely the best
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Disliked: Staff & service

Not a great experience

This "stay" was an overbooking from the site. Therefore, I never set foot in the facility!! The manager, Rene, did contact another hotel to get me lodging for the night, at $50 more than I had paid!! I sincerely doubt that I would ever return to this facility. I am hoping that my refund is processed by Experia (I did purchase the trip insurance, thank God!!).
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

We really liked the house, the host and atmosphere. I would say would be nice to add some milk and coffee in the kitchen, so guests can use it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room, in a cozy calm setting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Queen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the homey feel 10/10

Best stay ever !!! Felt like I was family , she cooked us breakfast in the morning and also offered lunch and dinner , and also addressed that every Wednesday was laundry day and it was included with our stay, and told us if we pay for two days that we have the option to stay the third day free of charge
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Guest house was everything way better than a regular hotel...the host outstanding....A must use its design especially for traveling nurses and business class assoiates like myself and my free nights.... give them a call its worth it...every PENNY!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love

Love love love hostess was great as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Landlord and tenant were extremely loud in the morning (hours prior to 11AM check out time).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing bed and breakfast in a quiet suburb

This is a wonderful, affordable place to stay tucked away in a quiet suburb. Renee was absolutely incredible and made sure that we were taken care of. She was gracious and hospitable in an unparalleled fashion. The rooms themselves are well kept and quiet. I am used to having to pay far more for the incredible value I got from this place. Can't recommend them enough! Whenever I come back to Connecticut, THIS is the ONLY place I'll ever consider staying.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Shower did not really have any pressure and fixtures were very dated There Do not signs everywhere It is a house that serves breakfast for an hour, not a bed and breakfast Cameras in the kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dani

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible horrible treatment. I asked to stay another night, they rejected my stay and threw my items out to the street. When I entered the lobby to get my things, they threatened me with aggressive behavior. Unsafe hotel that should not be on Expedia.

2/10 Terrible

Lacey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked “Bed and Breakfast” pictures on booking showed a beautiful pool as well as listed pool under amenities. Upon arrival “my face said it all”. I was less than impressed and the pictures and reality were very different. We were told no refund that the pictures seen on the site were not suppose to be there and were given excuses that it was not a bed and breakfast as advertised. It was for traveling nurses. If you are looking for a cheap bed to crash then I suppose you can stay, but if you are looking for anything as described in the description or expect anything from the pictures be aware it will not be the same as the pictures when you arrive. It’s a scam the agreement with Expedia is if you walk in the door which you will and be seen on the camera. That constitutes as checking in. Their policy states that if you “check in” for no reason at all will you ever get a refund. But the only way to see you have been scammed and the pictures are not what you booked is to enter the house and then the things you will see will Shock you. Rene will comment they are under renovations, she will cover the scam by saying this place is for traveling nurses. She will make every excuse in the book as to why the house is not as expected. She even blamed the IT department for uploading incorrect pictures. The house smells awful and is in unsafe conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kirstin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had to arrive late. Didn’t receive check in email as indicated on reservation instructions. The phone number doesn’t work and when I contacted Expedia Jays Ranch called me told me to call when I arrived. They didn’t answer my call. I sat outside on a dark street at 1030pm and waited for 15 mins. I finally left and had to find a place to sleep. They won’t give me a refund. Very bad. Don’t go there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We called weeks ahead to cancel but they would not waive charge according to Expedia. So we did not stay at Jays Ranch but forgot to cancel also. Staff was very nice to call us next day to see why we didn’t show up and they knew about the refusal of credit denial. Staff felt bad because there had been a mix up on us being denied refund. So they wanted to give us a free stay or give us our money back. Because we chose not to stay I told them no need for refund because we forgot to cancel so was our fault. They were very kind to do all of this.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not what I was expecting. Inside seemed sort of nice but outside was unkempt. A room with private bath in someone's house, not what I would consider a ranch or bed and breakfast. I don't like last minute changes. Please post rules of house in the listing: Required photos of drivers licenses of all parties. Parking on the street. No shoes in the house. I guess for the price I should have known better. Didn't like the vibe. We decided to just leave immediately, find a better place, and lose our "non-refundable" payment.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Linnaea

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host is amazing. Super attentive property is beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024