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Rustic Farmette Studio w/yearround Hot Tub
Relax and rejuvenate at this unique getaway on 20 acres in CT’s Quiet Corner. Just an hour from Boston, Providence, & Hartford, enjoy this private in-law studio with beautiful forest views. Lounge in bath robes & soak in the hot tub, take a walk along the trails, enjoy local vineyards, or explore antiques. Folks from all backgrounds and identities are welcome at The Farmette. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, or a family with a young kid. Please include all individuals (&pets) in your booking.

Romantic Getaway at The Lake!
Beautiful year round getaway! Relax and have a glass of wine by the lake. Wake early to enjoy the sun rising directly over the lake with a fresh cup of coffee. Enjoy direct lake access on a trophy bass lake including a beautiful dock. Hot tub overlooking the water open year round. Enjoy dinner in front of beautiful gas fireplace. Amazing sunrises and colorful sunsets. The location and amenities make for a fantastic romantic getaway for two! Centrally located 30 minutes from the Mohegan Casino.

Luxe Bolton Lake
Lakefront jacuzzi for fall! Relax and enjoy the stylish comfort of our 3 bedroom/3 bathroom architecturally-designed lake home. The Luxe lake house features an expansive waterfront, outdoor jacuzzi, gorgeous primary bedroom suite w/ private shower and tub, artistic furniture, cozy fireplace, coffee bar, complimentary snacks, fast WiFi, large deck, fire pit, kayaks, vintage aluminum canoe, board games, and much more. Come stay at the Luxe lake house and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Water Forest Retreat -Octagon
Water Forest retreat is a very private 122ft.² electrified and heated cedar octagon next to a brook on 56 acres of forest with a pond, waterfall, marsh and hiking trails. Cozy up in this quiet comfortable space while listening to Goldmine brook while you sleep. Fire pit, heated outhouse with composting toilet, outdoor dining area, brook, pond and trail head are just steps away. We also have a TREE HOUSE and HIKER’S HAVEN house by the brook. Please click on our profile picture to read more.

New Lake Front Home w/ Game Room & Stunning Views
Relax and enjoy the breathtaking views of this new contemporary lake front home. Offering the best of New England, 7 min. from Foxwoods, 15 min. from Mohegan Sun, with multiple choices of hiking, boating, shopping and dining. Stunning 14' cathedral ceilings, fully equipped kitchen w/ granite counter tops, tiled shower w/ full amenities and a full game room. You can not get any closer to the water! This 1 Bdrm, w/ open low ceiling loft, sleeps 6, 1100 square ft. building completed in 2022.

Morgan Suite - spacious | hot tub | water views!
The Morgan Suite is a private Airbnb located in a quiet neighborhood along the Pawcatuck River. Just minutes to downtown Westerly, downtown Mystic, beaches, breweries, wineries, shops, restaurants and much more. This Airbnb a perfect for a romantic getaway or a relaxing memorable vacation with a friend. If you are looking to explore a new area and relax, the Morgan Suite is for you! The home is spacious, newly renovated with excellent amenities. Newly added - hot tub and massage chair!

The River Loft
Escape to The River Loft, a private riverfront retreat in Weston, CT. Built in 2015 by a visionary local architect, The River Loft open-air design seamlessly integrates the outdoors with the interior space. As you step inside this 750 sf small home, you'll be instantly captivated by the layout that makes it feel spacious. Sitting on over 2 acres of forested land with private river access. Book now for an unforgettable experience. For more images & videos visit insta @the.riverloft

The Cottage on Babbling Brook
A cozy, rustic cottage beautifully overlooking Wimsink Brook. Custom designed & handcrafted woodwork throughout the home. An all around great spot for families and friends. A magical, peaceful and relaxing space. Conveniently located on the Connecticut/New York border, just a 1 ½ hour drive or metro north from NYC. The area is a prime location, as it offers some of the most stunning and scenic hikes & drives in the country. Only a 10 minute drive from Kent, New Milford or Pawling.

The Cove Cabin
An original Candlewood style cabin. The house has been updated to offer all modern comforts. It features a large fireplace in the living room, porch over looking the lake, central heat and air conditioning and a fully equipped cook's kitchen. It is on the northern most part of Candlewood Lake with direct, private water access from the shore or the dock. A foam lily pad, two SUP, and two inflatable two person kayaks are available for use from May 1 to November 1..

A luxurious farm hideaway in the treetops
Want to get away to your own private hideaway, overlooking rolling hills and a pastoral farm? The space is small but luxurious, with a well-equipped kitchen, a comfortable bed with high-end 100% cotton linens, lots of soft throw blankets, real leather furnishings, and a marble-tiled bathroom. The views from the deck are stunning. Plenty of hiking spots, fine dining, and cultural sites nearby. Or just lounge by the pool (Memorial Day through Labor Day)

River Barn, Sidewalk Stroll into Essex Village
The Coolest Airbnb in Connecticut (Conde Nast Traveler 2021) The barn is a perfect retreat. Ideal for those looking to take a break from city life or those working remotely. Would also make for a lovely place to call home while you are selling or renovating your own home. Couples, two good friends, singles, or a family with an older child will enjoy the configuration. It will also make for a lovely getaway for a couple with a newborn.

Windy Top Cottage ~ A Romantic "European" Getaway
The Windy Top Cottage is an old stone building constructed in 1932 by H. L. Bitter, a wealthy Hartford businessman. This area of Granby was a favorite of the Hartford elite for a place to 'summer' in the early part of the 20th Century. The cottage was the quarters for the domestic staff while the family was in North Granby. With an elevation of 970, we offer clean, fresh country air!
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The Farmhouse

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Cozy Comforts!

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The ARLO - Walk to Brewery & Restaurants
Your guide to Connecticut
Welcome to Connecticut
Connecticut is more than just New York’s quiet, pastoral neighbor. This small but mighty New England state packs in dozens of quaint towns, flashy promenades, and a heavy dose of pre-Revolutionary War history. Along its southern border, Connecticut is framed by the Long Island Sound, offering pristine sand dunes favored by sunbathers and beachcombers. The southwest pocket of the state is an easy portal to New York City and a convenient base for big-city shopping and dining. The state capital, New Haven, is a brainiac’s dream, home to Yale University, world-class art galleries, museums, and entertainment venues.
Small towns sprinkled throughout the state like Mystic, Wethersfield, and Bristol give travelers a peek into Connecticut's pioneering heritage. More than half of the state is covered by woodland, making it a natural paradise for outdoor activities. Whether you’re exploring the maple- and birch-filled forests of the Eastern Uplands, with their stellar hiking and mountain biking trails, or the rugged Taconic Mountain Range — home to Connecticut’s highest peak, Mount Frissell, and the state’s ski resorts — there’s no shortage of fun to be had in the Constitution State.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Connecticut
In autumn, the clear skies and brilliant foliage attract onlookers to Connecticut, making it one of the most popular times of year to visit. It’s not just the leaves that will catch your attention. Picking apples from the U-pick orchards, plucking oversized pumpkins from their patches, and getting lost in a corn maze are also popular autumn activities. Spring is great for hiking and biking through the blossoming daffodils and dogwood trees — take note of the many blossom festivals that spring up across the state. Summer means packed beaches and parks along the shoreline, but don’t overlook the many great rural campsites. Just know that the weather will be hot and humid. January is often the coldest month, when the state becomes a haven for skiing and tubing.
Top things to do in Connecticut
Mystic Seaport Museum
Connecticut might be a small state, but it has the largest maritime museum in the country. The Mystic Seaport Museum, in Mystic, is a recreated 19th-century seafaring village celebrating the lives and livelihoods of sailors. Exhibitions range from the craft of woodcarving to popular navigation techniques of the 1800s. Historic boats are available to ride with a captain, and some to pilot yourself, bringing the full experience together.
Gillette Castle State Park
Perched high above the Connecticut River in the city of East Haddam, Gillette Castle State Park offers mesmerizing geologic formations, hiking trails, and a Medieval-style castle. Smooth shale formations and jagged quartz and metamorphic outcroppings might be the first thing to catch your eye upon entering, but the storied stone-and-oak castle, designed by a famed actor and playwright, will warrant a closer look.
Elizabeth Park Rose Garden
Rose-studded archways, perennial-lined paths, and ivy-enshrouded gazebos wind through 100 acres in this formal garden in Hartford. A large hand-dug pond with a stone bridge is a picturesque setting for soaking it all in. The garden’s cafe serves gourmet hot dogs, ice cream, and other snacks during the summer season.
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