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Rowayton House Close To Town

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Partial view of living room, fireplace, dining area.
Living area
Sitting area looking out on front deck.
Comfy area to watch tv, read a book, relax.
Kitchen/dining area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Norwalk, CT
  • Historic South Norwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Norwalk Maritime Aquarium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Maritime Aquarium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Norwalk, CT (ORQ-Norwalk Heliport)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rowayton House Close To Town

Lovely, quiet home with lots of natural light in a wooded setting with plenty of privacy while just around the corner from all the action. Moments (not minutes) from popular attractions that people from throughout Fairfield County enjoy including the Rowayton Pizza Parlor, Brendan's 101 Cafe/Ice Cream Parlor, the famous Sea Food Restaurant and Fish Store right on Five Mile River. This residence is beautifully maintained and pristine clean. Updated eat-in kitchen with gas stove. Great outdoor deck as well as a wrap-around flagstone terrace for grilling/eating/reading/entertaining. Beautiful flowers dot the glacial rocks overlooking terrace. Short walk to Rowayton Market, Rowayton Arts Center and Pinkney Park in downtown village. Nature Preserve, Library and Bailey Beach also nearby. During summer enjoy the Summer Arts Music Festival every Sunday.

Escape the city!

Feel free to inquire about dates not currently listed.

Property manager

Susan Mansfield
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Norwalk

Located in Norwalk, this holiday home is on a river. Sheffield Island Lighthouse and Historic South Norwalk are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The SoNo Collection and Stamford Town Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Greenwich Polo Club, or consider a night out at Crescent Beach Club. Waterskiing, windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Norwalk, CT

What's nearby

  • Sheffield Island Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Historic South Norwalk - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Norwalk Maritime Aquarium - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • The SoNo Collection - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • The Maritime Aquarium - 6 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Rowayton Station - 20 min walk
  • White Plains, NY (HPN-Westchester County) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arden’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Granola Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rowayton House Close To Town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Rowayton House Close To Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rowayton House Close To Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rowayton House Close To Town located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Sapelo Island Visitors Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sheffield Island Lighthouse and Historic South Norwalk. Norwalk Maritime Aquarium and The Maritime Aquarium are also within 6 miles (10 km). Rowayton Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rowayton Rental
Another lovely stay at our favorite Rowayton rental. We use this house when visiting family in the area and its always so clean and has a great warmth about it. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Rowayton trip
This was our first visit to Rowayton. We chose the home because of its proximity to the village and beach, and the location was great. It’s small but well appointed, and we were able to accommodate 4 adults, a four-year old and a doodle. The host was incredibly helpful and flexible. I can’t say enough about her kindness.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Revisiting Hometown
Stayed with a group of friends who had all grown up in Rowayton in the 1950's-60's. We love it there, though things have certainly changed. This home is in a great central location, near the River and within walking distance of the few eating spots and "downtown" shopping (food and otherwise). Susan, the host, was very responsive when we had a WiFi question.Weather was great, so the front patio was used often (back patio grill also worked just fine). We kept busy touring our old haunts by car and by foot. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and charming
We had a very nice stay in this cozy house about a block from town. We could walk everywhere. Plus , only a five minute drive to Darien. The house is very well equipped and very clean and we had everything we needed for a perfect stay. Owner/manager was very responsive and helpful and even left tokens for local ice cream shop. All in all a lovely experience.
Stayed 16 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

dc d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a family
Just as described, and just what we wanted. Host was very responsive. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay Rowayton
We very much enjoyed our stay in Rowayton and the house was very well located and suitable for our needs as a family of 5.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim W., Stuart, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Fantastic location. Wonderful host.
Great stay. Fantastic location. Wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

George P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Stay
One of the nicest places we have ever stayed. Very well kept and clean, convenient to Rowayton and Darien. We hope we can come back and stay in this place in the near future
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Had a great stay in Rowayton. House worked perfectly for our family! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute bungalow in just the right spot!
We loved staying in Rowayton again and this time we were steps from our favorite places to eat and from the beautiful walking trails. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome holiday experience!!
Well equipped kitchen for preparing our Thanksgiving meal! Perfect accommodations for four adults and our Corgi! Beds very comfortable. Enjoyed the fireplace! Great location in a quaint town.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laila S., Darien, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy & Charming Stay in the Heart of Rowayton
Our family of 4 had a wonderful month at this cozy and quiet home in the heart of Rowayton. We could not have asked for a better location - just around the corner from Rowayton Pizza, 101’s, Rowayton Seafood and the quaint downtown and farmers market. Additionally, the home is walking distance to the beaches. The property manager, Susan, and the owner , Joan, are super attentive and resolved any questions or issues promptly. Both are also very kind and went out of their way to make us feel at home with small details and care. The home is very comfortable- all appliances worked well. The outdoor seating areas are a treat and double nicely as a remote office too. Would definitely recommend to anyone for a stay in Rowayton!!
Stayed 37 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Cozy Rowayton Stay
Wonderful location. Very convenient to everything. Cozy fireplace (we stayed during winter). Great grill. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in CT
We had a wonderful experience in this Rowayton property and the owner could not have been nicer or more helpful. The property was supplied with anything one could have ever needed and incredibly organized! The location cannot be beaten - had it not been winter and we not Southerners 😂 - we very easily could have walked to everything - shops, market, restaurants, even my daughter’s home. I woke up one morning to snow and promptly began to take some beautiful pictures. I then went to get a cup of coffee and, by the time I looked out of the big bay window overlooking the front patio, someone had come and created a walking path and cleared the steps leading up to the house for our safe passage. As I was traveling with my 85 year old mother, this was one of the very thoughtful gestures the howeowner either extended herself or provided. It is quite evident the owner of this lovingly maintained and furnished home is a very interesting person and interested person. Both my mother, adult son and I were amazed and impressed by the collected and available library and each found several books to pique our curiosity and entertain during our down time. I would definitely rent this property again and hope to do so in order to see my family who live very near while having my own comfortable space.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful holiday retreat!
The house was exceptionally clean and comfortably decorated. All the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well-stocked with pans and cooking utensils for our day of Thanksgiving cooking. The host answered questions quickly and was very accommodating. The location was terrific for access to other towns and easy hiking with our corgi!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and a great location
The house is charming and in a great location with access by foot to stores and restaurants in Rowayton and very close to larger towns too. House is well- equipped and beds are comfortable. We had a really lovely stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Orren A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ten days in Rowayton!
Lovely three-bedroom house perched on unique rocky property that provides privacy. Staircase up to entry level might not work for very young children, but is perfect for three and up. Two lovely, cosy outdoor spaces for dining, and small back yard big enough for a blow-up pool! Nice walk to a town beach that is perfect for young and old. The house is well taken care of, and the property manager is easy to work with. We really had a lovely time!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home in an excellent location
We had a great stay at this home in Rowayton . It’s an older home as seen in pictures, but very cute, well equipped, and the location can’t be beat as it’s walkable to the beach and the best little market, restaurants, ice cream shop, and boutiques. Check in was easy and we were left with great instructions and free ice cream tokens. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
The house was clean and attractive, the owner/manager responsive whenever there were questions, and the area excellent. I highly recommend.
Stayed 90 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Miles S., Greenwich, Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Tired
Nice manager and great summer neighborhood. But it was winter and the place was old and tired. Sorry, just being honest.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Antonia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation stay
We were looking for a place close to family for Thanksgiving and this home was perfect for us. The bedrooms are nicely sized, and the home has all the furnishings and amenities needed to accommodate a young family (we have 2 small kiddos that required elaborate early dinners, baths, bedtimes... and then mom and dad were able to enjoy a movie on the big comfortable couch in the living room :-)). My son loved puttering about on the patio and the little rocky backyard. The location cannot be beat. We had previously spent time in Rowayton and we loved being at truly walking distance from all of our favorite food spots and the water. Would absolutely stay again in the future!

8/10 Good

Saskia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, walking distance to restaurants
Older, clean house, good location, great walking neighborhoods, parking no issue. Overall stay was pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R., Jersey City, NJ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot close to town
Beautiful house just a walk away from the town center and beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay in Rowayton
Lovely house. Great host who was extremely responsive (responded within minutes to any request). Steps from the water! Well stocked home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 19 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely escape from the city
My family and I had an absolutely wonderful time here. The neighborhood is lovely and the house is just down the street from Rowayton Seafood and Rowayton Pizza and the Sound. The kitchen is well stocked with spices and all the appliances you could need, and the house is comfy and cozy.
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2020

About the host

Hosted by Susan Mansfield

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My name is Joan McGee and I grew up in Stamford CT. I have lived in Rowayton for 45 years and I am the mother of Brendan of Brendan's 101, a favorite spot for Rowaytonites to meet and eat. I am a retired educator and am enjoying spending time with my three grandsons. I love to travel and enjoy sharing my home with others. My close friend, Susan Mansfield, manages her two homes on HomeAway/VRBO and has added mine to her repertoire.

Why they chose this property

It is a sweet home in an ideal location near the village of Rowayton which is very desirable. People who have stayed in my home always love it and want to come back; many have even offered to buy it!

Languages:

English

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