A Haven in the Country-
Overview
Rooms and Beds
| Room | Count | Capacity | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| bedrooms | 3 | sleeps 6 |
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| bathrooms, 1 half bathroom | 3 |
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Description
Sprawling country home located in historic Washington, CT.90 minutes from New York City and Boston, Litchfield County and its surrounding areas comprised of wonderful restaurants, little shops, galleries, historic homes, gardens, horse farms, spas, yoga studios, farm stands, golfing, and more.The house is quiet, serene and private, yet convenient to the very best villages and nearby towns. Steep Rock Preserves, Lake Waramaug, and the Shepaug River offer many activities including hiking, biking, fly fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and tubing. Centrally located to lakes, streams, and nature preserves.Set on 6 acres, the house has just been renovated with taste and refinement. It is furnished with period antiques, contemporary furniture, Oriental and Oushak carpets, and art from several well-known painters.Technically 2 (oversize) bedrooms, the second living/screening room with a 75′ TV has a sofa bed for 2, and the “office” has a trundle day (two twins) bed for 2. The office is very large and can easily be considered a 3rd bedroom.The office has a 16-foot quartz desk overlooking the garden.There is a professional-grade spa room consisting of a full sauna and steam shower within a large studio. Six yoga mats easily fit into the space.There are 3 full luxury bathrooms, a powder room, a full wet bar with refrigerator, stainless steel appliances in the fully equipped kitchen with high-end kitchenware. The kitchen and pantry are perfect for someone who loves to cook.The iron-wrought beds have sumptuous Belgian linen cotton bedding, down comforters, and pillows. The living room has a massive sectional sofa.Relax outside in the 8-person hot tub (cool tub in the summer). BBQ gas grill and teak table and chairs on the deck for outdoor dining. One car garage with a large workshop space. Central heat and air.Close to several private boarding schools including The Gunnery and Rumsey Hall for visiting parents or faculty…….The famed Relaix & Chateau Mayflower Inn and Spa is only a few minutes away.
What's Nearby?
| Attraction | Distance |
|---|---|
| Steep Rock Preserve | 9 min drive |
| Lake Waramaug | 13 min drive |
| Quassy Amusement Park | 19 min drive |
| Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market | 24 min drive |
| Candlewood Lake | 26 min drive |
Restaurants
| Restaurant | Distance |
|---|---|
| Nick’s Country Kitchen | 16 min drive |
| GW Tavern | 5 min drive |
| Charcoal Chef | 14 min drive |
| Dunkin’ | 15 min drive |
| The White Horse Country Pub | 13 min drive |
Getting Around
| Transportation | Details |
|---|---|
| Appalachian Trail | 43 min drive |
| Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury – Oxford) | Waterbury |
FAQs
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at A Haven in the Country-?Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A Haven in the Country-?Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is A Haven in the Country- located?Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Institute for American Indian Studies Museum and Research Center, Steep Rock Preserve and Woodbury Ski Area. Bariatric Summit and Flanders Nature Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).
