Private Annex/Former Artist Studio

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Washington, CT

Lake Waramaug3 min walk
Hopkins Vineyard4 min drive
Lake Waramaug State Park6 min drive
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)82 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Large Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Smaller Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

About this property

Come and dream of your life as an artist! This beautiful retreat was once an artist's studio and Marc Chagall's respite from NY.
Newly renovated; bright, clean and well decorated. This suite is quiet and separate from the owners converted barn home.
Great hiking and biking and shopping nearby.
The leaves are turning - this is a fabulous base for your leaf peeping adventures or for parent weekends at the local boarding schools.
Access to Lake Waramaug with the owners beach pass. Bring your bikes, your kayak and your hiking shoes.
Wine bar and excellent restaurants nearby.

Property manager

Melanie Baublis

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Preston Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 1,300 Sq Ft | Stairs Required

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 27

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Accompanied by parents at all times.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Must be friendly dogs. We have dogs.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO smoking of any substance in the rooms.

No parties or events. Guests staying more than one week will pay a $125. cleaning fee for each additional cleaning - once weekly recommended.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

New Preston

Located in New Preston, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Institute for American Indian Studies Museum and Research Center and White Memorial Conservation Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hopkins Vineyard and Woodbury Ski Area. Flanders Nature Center and Clarke Outdoors are also worth visiting.

Washington, CT

What's nearby

Mount Bushnell State Park - 3 min walk
Lake Waramaug - 3 min walk
Hopkins Vineyard - 4 min drive
Lake Waramaug State Park - 6 min drive
Kent Falls State Park - 25 min drive

Getting around

Appalachian Trail - 37 min drive
Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

GW Tavern - 7 min drive
Dunkin' - 9 min drive
The White Horse Country Pub - 3 min drive
Hopkins Vineyard - 4 min drive
Community Table - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Annex/Former Artist Studio pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Annex/Former Artist Studio located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Mount Bushnell State Park and Lake Waramaug. Hopkins Vineyard is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Wilda R.

30 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Preston Charm + Warm Welcome =Christmas Unforgettable Stay

This charming 2-bedroom New Preston apartment was the perfect escape! Cozy rooms welcomed us with peace and comfort, melting away city stress. Host Melanie's warm smile and delicious homemade cookies added a personal touch that made our stay truly heartwarming. Reconnecting with nature was easy - breathtaking scenery, quiet streets, and a nearby lake offered peaceful beauty. This wasn't just a place to stay, it was an experience we'll treasure. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ P.S. too bad I forgot Ask Melanie for the cookie recipe, were delicious!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

26 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to relax and recharge!

The Artist Annex was just what I was looking for: a perfect little getaway to recharge my batteries for a few days. Melanie and Gary (as well as their adorable dogs) were gracious and accommodating hosts, and the space was bright and airy with a perfect deck for coffee in the a.m. and wine in the evening (chipmunk visitors aplenty)! The complimentary bottle of wine and delish chocolate chip cookies were a perfect touch! Great places nearby for hiking, and plenty of sights to explore. Definitely check out The Smithy Cafe at 9 Main, The Owl Wine Bar and White Horse Pub. All of the locals I met along the way were so friendly and New Preston itself was quaint and picturesque. Would come back in a heartbeat!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

24 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Great property great location wonderful day

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

George C., Burbank

1 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect 5-star VRBO retreat

Loved our stay at Chagall's retreat. We were in town over Memorial Day weekend for a friend's birthday and luckily found Melanie's guesthouse nearby. Convenient location, walking distance to the lake, beautiful surroundings, extremely comfortable and very clean and quiet. Loved the adjacent patio surrounded by nature. Easy access and parking. The home-made cookies were an unexpected bonus. Melanie was welcoming and friendly, and had great recommendations for restaurants etc. 100% would stay again next time in the area!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah C.

25 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Flirtation Stay

Lovely property. GREAT chocolate chip cookies. Easy from our main visiting location at the Frederick Gunn School.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Melanie Baublis

We just moved up here...One owner is here a lot and the other lives closer to the city during the week. We moved up this summer! The yard still needs a lot of landscaping but we have years to work on it!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this barn home instantly... actually I was on a work trip and my husband called and told me to bid on the house immediately... I reminded him I was out of the country... he prevailed and we came to terms before I even got back to the states.
The area is beautiful! We love it. The house has such history and is so beautiful. We are happy to share it.