80 Houses For Rent in Ledyard, CT

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Ledyard is situated just north of the Long Island Sound and approximately 15 minutes away from New London and Mystic. Renters seeking to live close to a large body of water and diverse local attractions may find what they're looking for with a home for rent in Ledyard.

Interesting Facts About Ledyard

• The Connecticut Legislature separated Ledyard from Groton in 1836, when the town was incorporated on June 1.
• Ledyard is named after a Colonial commander killed in September 1771 in the Battle of Groton Heights, Col. William Ledyard.
• The original Ledyard post office was closed in 1903, after a 67-year run that began the year of the town's incorporation.
• Ledyard was home to a number of industrial workshops by 1876, such as a cabinetmaker, a printer, a blacksmith, a cobbler, a wheelwright and a carpenter.

Useful Tools for Ledyard Renters

• The Eastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce website offers resources for those looking to get involved with area business or attend local events.
• The municipal website of the Town of Ledyard hosts information about government departments, local residency and town ordinances.
• Parents can learn more about academic institutions and education employment at the Ledyard Public Schools website.

Things to Do Around Ledyard

There's a selection of parks near Ledyard rentals, such as Colonel Ledyard Park. The park sports various amenities, including tennis courts, a playground, a hiking trail, a baseball field, a volleyball court and a soccer field. Erickson Park, on the other hand, has aquatic appeal thanks to its waterside vistas and boat ramp. Just past the southern edge of Ledyard, on the Thames River, the Submarine Force Library and Museum presents multiple maritime exhibits and allows visitors to walk through the interior of the Nautilus, the first vessel to be powered by nuclear energy. Renters can also explore the arts in nearby New London at locations such as the Garde Arts Center and the Lyman Allyn Art Museum.