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Elegant Country Estate with Equestrian Farm

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34x22 foot great rm off the kitchen with cloud sofa, large smart tv, fireplace
Master suite, 65 inch tv, fire place, large walk-in closet, bath w/ jetted tub
Guest Room with a King bed
Dining Room table seats 12. Plus additional drop leaf table for 6 more.
Kitchen looking into the 34 x 22 great room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12599.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Newtown, CT
  • Lake Zoar
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Sacred Heart University
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Danbury Fair Mall
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Elegant Country Estate with Equestrian Farm

Beautifully furnished, 14 rooms, 6400 square foot, custom home with every amenity, 6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, central A/C, on 4.5 acres of perfectly landscaped lawn, with fruit trees & gardens. This home is luxurious, great for family reunions, romantic get-a-ways, and family & friends.

The moment you enter, you get the feeling that this home was built with love (because it was), quality and craftsmanship. Hip decor, unique art & furniture make this spacious home feel welcoming and relaxing.

When you enter the kitchen it feels great and nicely located to the open great room,. The kitchen is a cook dream with a large island, lots of room to work with everything you would need to make any type meal. The great room is 34x22 feet with 9 foot Coffered ceiling, a 75 inch flat smart screen TV w/ SONO's sound bar, fabulous fire place, and french doors that lead to the fire pit, grill, gardens and lawn.

Wood floors are throughout with stone floors in the kitchen and bath. All the rooms have ultimate lighting, wired for sound with a plethora of seating.

Dining Room (23x14) seats 14 with 115 inch dining table. Exterior glass door leads to the side stone patio with a large teak dining table & chairs, grill, fire pit, and gardens.

The kitchen is fully Equipped with a large 5 burner gas range, granite tops, custom cabinetry, Bosh dishwasher, All Clad Pans, very nice dishes, serving platters, stemware, top of the line equipment and utensils. Everything you need to create any meal and baking needs.

The main floor has a beautiful Queen bedroom with full bath that has a custom design marble floor. Perfect for guests who wish to avoid stairs.

Second floor sleeping beds : King, King, King Full and (1) beautiful NEW crib.

Walk out lower sleeping King, with private full bath.

Entertainment Room/Guest Room suite, this 30 x 20 foot room has a NEW Ping Pong table, SMART flat screen tv, NEW 10 foot cloud sofa, this room has a full bath with large shower, and King size bed. Glass doors lead to a Bluestone Patio and beautiful back yard facing west..often with sunset color to enjoy.

Primary suite with a king bed, has it's own wing with a large walk-in closet, 65 inch smart tv, and 70 inch very cool wall mounted electric fireplace, master bath with separate WaterWorks jetted tub and separate large walk-in shower. Marble top vanity. Heated marble floors and towel bars.

Second floor has two seating areas:
One with a large sofa, ottoman, chair, flat screen TV. & book shelf.
The second with an 8 foot Mahogany Work Area that holds the Stereo Headquarters, fully wired throughout the house. Plug in your phone for music, enjoy speakers in the kitchen and primary bedroom, each with a volume controls.


HVAC throughout with 6 zones to control your individual climate needs.

Everyone really enjoys the outdoor seating with stone patios, string lighting above was just added this year, large grill, teak table and chairs, umbrella if needed, gas fire pit, arm chairs and top end folding chairs to relax around. Summer planters and blooming gardens make this yard a real delight. We have a basket ball area on the other side of the house. 4.5 acres of well maintained lawn, gardens, and fruit trees. We offer 4 bikes for your use.

Spotless sanitized Covid cleaning, with hand sanitizing station upon arrival.
Departure cleaning is included in our rental rate.
Daily house keeping can be provided with a small fee.
Private chef available if needed.

The road to our home is lined beautiful trees, stone walls on both sides. Great walking paths...Very peaceful yet not far from anything. Town is a 7 minute drive with restaurants, wonderful food markets, spas, shopping, movie theater, playhouse, wedding venues, farmers market, hiking, entertainment, history, library, gym and pools for your use. Equestrian horse farm with riding instruction 5 minute walk next to our property.
A true New England experience in a country setting with ultimate amenities.


Sonnenhof Equestrian Center 5 minute walk.
Golf 12 minutes.
Basketball hoop on site driveway.
Ice Cream (The Best) on a local farm 7 minutes away.
Petting zoo and pick your own fruit farm 5 minutes (seasonal).
Waterfalls 1.3 mile away.
Antiquing, Shopping, Spa, & Great Restaurants everywhere,
Beautiful area with so many things to do..


Keywords: Large Home beautifully appointed, 6 bedrooms, 34 foot great room with fireplace, large living room with fireplace, 28 foot dining room seats 14 people, entertainment room, with full bath, Blue stone patio w/fire pit and fabulous chairs, gas grill, teak table and chairs, Basketball, 3 acre lawn, 600 square foot master suite, Sitting room with flat screen, to create guest suits, family, romantic, luxurious, spacious...

Property manager

Janet Shaw

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No events, parties or group gatherings at this pro
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Upon approval with pet fee & damage deposit
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking Please
Maximum occupancy of main house is limited to 12 persons on the property day or night, unless agreed upon with owner prior to reservation.

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No events, parties or group gatherings at this pro
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newtown

Located in Newtown, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Danbury War Memorial and Danbury Museum and Historical Society are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Blue Jay Orchards and Connecticut Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider The Cave, or check out an event or a game at Danbury Sports Dome. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Newtown, CT

What's nearby

  • Lake Zoar - 14 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Western Connecticut State University - 20 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Sacred Heart University - 21 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Danbury Fair Mall - 23 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Fairfield University - 27 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Bridgeport Station - 25 min drive
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duchess of Monroe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ferris Acres Creamery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Honeyspot Pizza 5 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Mac’s Canteen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Elegant Country Estate with Equestrian Farm have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Elegant Country Estate with Equestrian Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Elegant Country Estate with Equestrian Farm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Country Estate with Equestrian Farm?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Elegant Country Estate with Equestrian Farm located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Collis P. Huntington State Park, The Cave and Bethel Plaza Shopping Center. Monroe Plaza Shopping Center and Bethel Village Square Shopping Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab venue for friends reunion
This home could not have been more ideal for six women "of a certain age" to celebrate 20 years of friendship. We each had our own bedroom and the gathering spaces, spacious, well-stocked kitchen and beautiful dining room were perfect. The hosts were very response and there were detailed instructions about everything we needed to know. We unanimously give this home 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Great location and house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rimas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding visit
House was exactly as pictured. No need to hesitate on this one. The house is as large as advertised. Beds were very comfortable with nice linens. Kitchen had everything you would need to prepare any meal for a large group. Very nice setting with large outdoor areas. 5 stars all the way around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Everything was as advertised. Beautiful home, comfy beds and plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Connecticut family gathering
Lovely big “farm house” with amazing equipped gourmet kitchen, fabulous ‘great’ room, antique furnishings with modern amenities. I have never rented a better equipped place: paper towels, napkins enough plates, forks and tableware for the relatives! Beautiful and peaceful grounds in horse country. It snowed and the kids made snowmen. Since we live in warm climate it was an adventure for the kids. Enough wine glasses for all and a chef stove! Rent this for a long weekend in the country with the people you love and miss!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
We had such a great college reunion at this lovely spot. Everything was as pictured, and it was all perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

sally b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book it!
We are a group of 8 college friends (for 40+ years) who stayed at this lovely home for our annual get-together. It was absolutely wonderful! It was super clean, beautifully decorated, very spacious with numerous rooms to sit and chat, comfy beds, 4 full bathrooms, thermostats in every room, etc. The large kitchen (always a focal point for our group) was extremely well stocked. We wanted for nothing. There is a fire pit out back which we thoroughly enjoyed. The location is near a number of parks (hiking trails) and some cute small towns. The owner is super nice and extremely communicative. I would certainly book again. If you stay here, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to gather and unwind
Great place to gather and unwind. Large Romy beautifully furnished home made a great gathering Place for extended family. The owners are very gracious and helpful. Everything you need is there right down to games
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blake B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
We had a great stay, would definitely book again. The fireplace remotes didn’t work and there were some lightbulbs that were out. Aside from that everything was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family
This home was wonderful and perfect for our family. It was beautiful inside and out. It was very well appointed. Ms Janet was amazing and communication was perfect. I definitely recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Lynne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful 10 Days in Connecticut
This was a beautiful location - if a bit of a drive to do and see things in the area (we just weren’t familiar with Connecticut). It was extremely clean, well stocked and had a wonderful dining area and outdoor patio with a fire pit. The weather was perfect and we spent every evening on the patio. Communication was excellent. Beds were comfortable. My only minor comment is that several of the bedrooms had no closet and we had difficulty with the upstairs tv’s. We had a great time! We went to the Ferris Creamery which was recommended THREE times! The local grocery stores were great. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our long week-end!!
Beautiful country farmhouse. Quiet rural retreat that is near many of CT's charming small towns. House was very well maintained and equipped for a very comfortable stay. Just lovely!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
The whole group had a great time, with plenty of space to either have a large group doing things together or for everyone to do their separate things in peace. Great location with plenty of activities close by that can accommodate all ages.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation!
Beautiful home with every amenity! And the property is so tranquil! The house was clean, comfortable, and relaxing. The kitchen has everything you will need and is extremely organized. We had a wonderful vacation and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jax C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay with family and friends
What a wonderful space to getaway from the city for a long weekend with friends! The house was incredibly spacious, clean, warm, and inviting. We especially enjoyed the patio and fire pit. We had everything we needed, plus communication was super smooth with our wonderful host. The clear directions around the house were very helpful and the property was enjoyed by all. Would absolutely return for another weekend with our friends and family-- highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property
From the very beginning, through the planning and the checkout this was an amazing VRBO. Janet was so helpful in deciding if the property would be a good fit for my family. She made some very impressive suggestions including Vazzys, Ricci (salon) and the creamery (we went 5 times in 6 days). She also helped us figure out the municipal swimming pool which is very nice. The house is very well stocked with plenty of towels, trash bags, detergent, blankets/towels. There are lots of extras like ping pong, corn hole, board games and outdoor balls. The fire pit was the perfect place to sit and enjoy the cooler weather and beautiful scenery. This was the first time my extended family had gathered since before COVID and it was the perfect place to get together, relax, see a new part of the country for us and make new memories. Thank you Steve and Janet!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing!
Amazing piece of property. The adults could enjoy while the kids could run and explore. Fully equipped with everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne C., Stockton, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Gathering
This super pretty and clean home was a wonderful gathering spot for our family to celebrate our daughter's graduation from Fairfield. The well equipped kitchen, comfy beds, games and toys made for a relaxing and fun visit for all. The turkey flock that visited everyday delighted the little ones. The property manager was very nice and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion, April 2022
This home and property are beautiful and was an absolutely perfect setting for our family gathering. There were plenty of comfy beds and bathrooms for our large group. We enjoyed family dinners in the spacious dining room and thoroughly enjoyed the multiple living spaces, both indoors and outdoors. Janet was available for every question or need that we had and is a very gracious host. If you have a large group and are looking for a relaxing getaway to just spend time together, this is your spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything We Needed
The house was wonderful for us — 3 couples, each with children under 2. All of the rooms were spread out and large, particularly the master bedroom. Lots of great places to relax, and the living room/den is incredible - fireplace, multiple sitting areas, tv, and comfy couches. Highly recommend for those staying with multiple families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience.
Very nice house and location. The owner could not have been more helpful. It was perfect for my family for Thanksgiving.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks
Beautiful, clean and very comfortable: kitchen had everything one needs .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Fall Weekend
We had an absolutely lovely stay. Seven adults and three kids under 10 stayed for a long weekend for a family wedding. There was plenty of space for everyone to relax, socialize and play. The kids loved playing outside in the beautiful yard. With the fall foliage, it was like looking at a painting every time you looked out a window! The kitchen is fully equipped, we only cooked a couple of breakfasts, but preparing a full meal in that space would be a pleasure. We would love to stay here again the next time we are in the area and highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect family reunion
The property was as beautiful as the online pictures, plenty of space, kitchen was well stocked with plates, pans, utensils, wine glasses, and everything else we needed. We had dinners with fifteen adults all comfortable seated at the dining room table. The beds and pillows were comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Janet Shaw

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We are a large family who love getting together as much a possible. We enjoy the outdoors, travel, cooking, working and relaxing. We spent many years restoring this home, adding a huge addition. We are continually landscaping and keeping this home in pristine condition.

Why they chose this property


A full restoration was completed in 2014, adding the amenities and additional 3200 square feet of master suite & bath, kitchen, media room, other bathrooms, etc. We installed patios and outside eating areas for family gatherings. As far as location...it's great, town is only minutes away, and offers everything one needs. Still close to NYC. 18 miles from the Ocean, 9 miles to I84 & I95, 12 minutes to Merritt PKY. oh, another thing, aside from being a horse area, with a riding stable two doors away, we have "The Big Sky" for star gazing, wonderful all year.
When it comes to winter, we are a wonderland. Sit by the fire, inside or outside. Truly a special place to be.

What makes this property unique

This home is large with 14 rooms that home allows families to gather in many areas, (2) living rooms, (6) bedrooms, plus (1) additional bedroom upon request(guest house), (1) large dinning room, (4) full bathrooms, (2) patios out side one with a gas lit fire pit, and one wood burning fire pit with seating, grill, teak table that seats 12, corn hole, & basket ball area, level 4.5 acre perfectly landscaped lawn to play, gardens, fruit trees, blue stone patios... The lower media recreation room with has a private bath and glass sliders to a private patio, Ping Pong, Sleeps 12. Beautiful property, Elegant, romantic, luxurious estate with every amenity. One dog can be permitted only upon request, with pet fee.

Languages:

English