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Make lifelong memories at this New England Quintessential Country Getaway

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Welcome to our cozy cottage!
Stand alone cottage on lush grounds.
Welcome!  Glad you are here!
Old Dorset Farm, established 1810.
Large kitchen with working fireplace and dining table for six or more

Overview of Make lifelong memories at this New England Quintessential Country Getaway

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Brookfield, CT
  • Popular LocationBrookfield Golf Course7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCandlewood Lake7 min drive
  • Popular LocationElephant's Trunk Flea Market10 min drive
  • AirportNew Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

American Bedroom

2 Single Beds

French Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Nordic Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full bathroom downstairs

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

Full bathroom upstairs

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

Half bathroom downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Make lifelong memories at this New England Quintessential Country Getaway

This beautiful 1905 New England Cottage, that was once a local bakery, is the perfect location to enjoy Connecticut, fun local excursions and activities. Hiking trails are around the corner, and a lake surrounded by rolling, golden hills is 3 minutes down the road, perfect for kayaking. So come and relax, reconnect with nature, or do both! A complimentary, chilled bottle of Prosecco will be waiting for you!

This fully remodeled, light filled, 1900 sqft home includes two working fireplaces, a large Great room, spacious living, dining, and sleeping areas, a dedicated office space, a laundry room, a patio, and a back deck. Its lay-out is convenient, with two bedrooms 2 steps up from the main floor. The bedrooms feature fresh, European style bedding. The twin beds downstairs have new green tea-infused mattresses, the sheets are manufactured by women-owned businesses, and the guest toiletries are all natural and infused with essential oils. Every bedroom has beautiful views of the park-like grounds. The fully equipped, large kitchen with spacious dining area makes it fun to cook and gather, and the private back deck and small front patio are perfect for morning breakfast and evening cocktails! There is fast WiFi and a smart TV in the living room, and, just in case you want to disconnect from it all, a great selection of board games and puzzles, books and magazines. There is also a basket with arts and crafts activities for children. Two functioning fireplaces, one in the kitchen and one in the living room, will bring a special ambiance to your evenings. To start you off, we will supply one deck box full of wood. After that, you are free to collect wood from the property yourself.

(There are also baby supplies, such as a crib, a bassinet, a highchair, and a pack & play.)

This New England Cape sits on what was once a sheep farm. The family who owned the land 200 years ago held Dorset sheep, hence the property's name, and as you explore the area, you will see street names that reflect the history of the property. The barn of the main house still has the troughs where they would feed the animals. At one point, the guest house was a local bakery, and an oven in the basement is witness to that venture. The entire property is surrounded by a wooded Land Reserve, ensuring privacy. We have deer, wild turkeys, and hawks that regularly visit our grounds, and from time to time a red fox will cross the property.

The Center of Brookfield and neighboring towns with their restaurants are between a 5- and 15-minute drive away. Kent Falls, the towns of Kent and Litchfield, at the foot of the Berkshire mountains, are a scenic 40-50 minutes away. Other charming towns close to us (within a 15-mile radius) include Newtown, Bridgewater, Roxbury, and New Milford. There are many restaurants, shops, and art galleries around. The Elephant's Trunk, the famous flea market held on Sundays in New Milford from May to October, is a 10-minute drive away.

We live in the main house on the property, and we will leave you as much privacy as you desire. We are always happy to guide you to our favorite local eateries, the hiking trails, access to the lake, and other local activities.

We are multi-lingual, and apart from English, speak Dutch, French, Swedish, and German.

Check us out on Instagram: @Old_Dorset_Farm

Property manager

Ninka
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Swedish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brookfield

Located in Brookfield, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. DiGrazia Winery and Richter Park Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Brook Center Shopping Center and Candlewood Plaza Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Ives Concert Park and Richter Arts Center. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Brookfield, CT

What's nearby

  • Brookfield Golf Course - 7 min drive
  • Candlewood Lake - 7 min drive
  • Elephant's Trunk Flea Market - 10 min drive
  • Danbury Ice Arena - 14 min drive
  • Danbury Fair Mall - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Brewster Train Station - 28 min drive
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 8 min drive
  • Maggie McFly's - 7 min drive
  • Hawleyville Deli - 9 min drive
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Down The Hatch - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Make lifelong memories at this New England Quintessential Country Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Make lifelong memories at this New England Quintessential Country Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Make lifelong memories at this New England Quintessential Country Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Make lifelong memories at this New England Quintessential Country Getaway located?

This family-friendly Brookfield holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of DiGrazia Winery, Lake Lillinonah and Housatonic River. Lions Park is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Fabulous! We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

lee g., California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection. Really.
Everything we could ever want or need for our stay was right there! The house and setting is perfect. Everyone raved at the beauty and comfort of the home. We enjoyed every minute. The owners are generous ,kind and easy to communicate with. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Guests from the Buckeye State!
Ninka's historic home is charming and extremely accommodating for a family. We enjoyed her comfortable bedrooms and the two and a half baths. Every room is thoughtfully setup for guests with towels, books, lighting for reading, and extra blankets. The kitchen is well-stocked and spacious. There are also many good restaurants in Brookfield so eating out was a breeze. Our family had a lovely experience and Ninka was a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay for the family
We absolutely loved our stay, Ninka is an amazing host and made sure thoughtful details were in place for us, from making our check in easier when our travel plans hit a delay to ensuring we had everything we needed for our little kids to feel at home. The property is great, well kept and very well stocked with everything you need for a relaxing family break. The listing photos and details are spot on. Thank you Ninka for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hidden GEM of Brookfield!
This property was PERFECT... just as was pictured and described on the website. It was clean and had plenty of supplies (and extras). Ninka's attention to detail was amazing and did not go unnoticed. The welcome book couldn't have been more thourough. We had a great time in the area of Brookfield and I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND to anyone who is looking for a getaway in this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ninka

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I was born and raised in The Netherlands, and moved to the USA in 1985, to earn my MBA degree from the Darden School of Business in Charlottesville, Virginia. After my studies, I worked on Wall Street for 4 years, and in 1991 moved to Paris with my French husband. I was a professor of Business English there and thoroughly enjoyed teaching. After 6 years in the city of light, and the birth of our oldest daughter, our family moved to Stockholm, Sweden. Our second daughter was born there, and the family enjoyed the natural beauty and people there very much. However, we always wanted to introduce our children to the beauty of the American landscape and the generosity of the American people and so, when an opportunity presented itself, our family packed up and settled in the United States. First in Tennessee, then Alabama, and finally in Connecticut, where we have been living for the past 12 years. I love the intense beauty of all the seasons in New England, the proximity to New York City, my old stomping ground, and the quiet country life, where you can stroll through quaint little towns, buy your produce and eggs at local farms and hike up to waterfalls and through beautiful natural parks. I am excited to be able to share all that New England beauty through my property and hopes that you will have many beautiful experiences and create lifelong memories there.

Why they chose this property

This property is a beautiful, one-of-a-kind, historical home, which has been fully refurbished in 2009. It is surrounded by stone walls and trees, and offers a lovely, private setting to enjoy nature, or to just relax. It is 5 minutes away from the I-84, about 80 minutes from New York City. The house is fully furnished and equipped with anything you might need for your stay: from pots and pans in the kitchen to a match-ready open fire and wood supply in the winter. The three comfortable bedrooms are tastefully decorated: there's is the American room, the French room, and the Nordic room, reflecting our family's life in different parts of the world. The cottage is set on 4 acres of park-like grounds, which you are free to explore. There are kids' bikes in the basement, and we have two 1-person kayaks you can take to the lake which is about 2 minutes down the road by car. Many beautiful hiking trails are a stone's throw from the house. Nearby, you can visit many quaint New England towns, with fabulous restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, museums, and other attractions. There is something to do for everyone!

What makes this property unique

The cottage provides a very relaxing environment, where you can truly leave everyday life behind and enjoy the peace and quiet of nature and spend quality time with your family or friends.

My ultimate goal is to create a space where you can make lifelong memories for your family and friends.

Languages:

English, French, German, Dutch, Swedish

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