A Haven in the Country-

3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6348 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Washington, CT

Institute for American Indian Studies Museum and Research Center4 min drive
Steep Rock Preserve9 min drive
Elephant's Trunk Flea Market24 min drive
Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st floor

Toilet · Shower only

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Powder

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

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.

Property manager

Tanya Pushkine

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Woodbury Vacation Rental | 4BR | 3BA | 3,321 Sq Ft | Stairs Required for Access

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 10

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The entire house extremely clean and we are shoe-less. We ask guests can do the same, if possible. There are plenty of doormats and shoe covers.

Strongly encourage weekly heavy cleaning by the local team.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Washington

Located in Washington, this vacation home is in a rural area. Woodbury Ski Area and Hopkins Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flanders Nature Center and Glebe House Museum and The Gertrude Jekyll Garden. Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden and The Christmas Shop are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Washington, CT

What's nearby

Institute for American Indian Studies Museum and Research Center - 4 min drive
Steep Rock Preserve - 9 min drive
Lake Waramaug - 13 min drive
Elephant's Trunk Flea Market - 24 min drive
Candlewood Lake - 26 min drive

Getting around

Appalachian Trail - 43 min drive
Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is A Haven in the Country- pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Isela S.

21 Aug 2023

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

Back to Paradise

This was our second stay in this property. The setting is spectacular, you feel like you are living in the woods. The house is equipped with more than you will ever need.There are expensive linens and towels, a linen closet full of pillows and blankets, everything in the kitchen is top of the line. The kitchen is perfect for one who likes to cook. The house is immaculate, everything shines. You can tell that the owners care a lot about their house and are willing to leave things that will make a guest very comfortable. The back yard area is so peaceful and it has a hot tub and an exercise cottage. The cottage has air conditioning, TV and a refrigerator. There are bicycles that the owners leave for your use. You really just need to show up with your clothes and toiletries. The owners leave the house equipped with paper towels, dish washing liquid and everything you need in the laundry room. We are expert VRBO users and have been renting for 15 years.....Nothing compares to this property. Basically, it's a haven you never want to leave. We are already planning our third year of vacationing at Nichols Hill Rd.

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen J.

22 Dec 2022

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

Fabulous Stay at "A Haven in the Country"

My husband and I stayed at "Haven" for two months in the fall and we could not have made a better choice. The recently updated home is bright, in a very quiet area, and well appointed with high end, chic (contemporary meets antique meets CT country) furniture and intriguing art. The two living areas on the first floor have large relaxing sofas and TVs - perfect for movie night, watching sports, or just gathering with others in conversation. The expansive upstairs bedrooms have comfortable, cozy beds with high-quality linens and private ensuite bathrooms. The large eat-in kitchen is sunny and very well equipped for small intimate dining or for larger family gatherings. We cooked and celebrated Thanksgiving there with two other couples - space was never an issue. The kitchen connects to a back porch which is perfect for enjoying a glass of wine or spirits from one of the local wineries/distilleries. The upstairs south-facing study overlooking the backyard and woods is a real delight - warm and sunny and perfect for curling up on the daybed to read or nap. As a bonus, the home has a very nice dry sauna which we used on several occasions along with a steam shower, outdoor hot tub, and exercise equipment. The Litchfield County area is beautifully situated among rolling hills with stunning fall foliage to enjoy, nearby land preserves to explore, specialty and antique shops to browse, and fine restaurants to indulge. Tanya is an exceptional host! Check in/out was a breeze, and she provided detailed home instructions as well as resources/suggestions to help us navigate the area like locals. Thank you Tanya for sharing your fabulous "Haven" with us!

Stayed 62 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isela S.

2 Sept 2022

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

Paradise in Washington, CT

As one turns into Nichols Hill Rd one is taken aback by the beauty of this property and it's perfectly manicured gardens. Once inside one realizes that this is a special house with special owners. Every little detail has been thought of. There was butter, eggs and milk in the refrigerator waiting for us after a long day of traveling. The entire house is equipped with the best quality items, the beds are soft with incredible linens. The house was immaculate, newly painted and beautifully presented. We had plenty of room for our belongings which sometime is difficult to find in rental homes. The house was devoid of many personal items which helped when our grandchildren came to visit and we didn't have to worry about breakage. The back yard and deck were so inviting, we sat out back for many meals. The house comes equipped with a full sauna (which we did not use ) and a gym (we didn't use this either) but its there as part of the rental. We just enjoyed our summer relaxing and basically doing nothing which is what we wanted. Thank you Tanya and Paul for sharing your home with us for 6 weeks!

Stayed 42 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tanya Pushkine

We are a newly married Belgian/Dutch couple who have lived in NYC for over 20 years. Both of us have adult children from former marriages. We bought this magnificent house as a second home and have lovingly put a lot of work into making it a haven.

Why they chose this property

The house was bought in October 2019 and recently renovated with beautiful white oak floors, Dutch paint trim, art, and antiques. The open floor plan was created to enhance the incredible light pouring in from the garden. It is the ideal location for a couple or two couples who want the luxury of total relaxation in an idyllic, rural setting. The surrounding area is one scenic road after another with every activity one could want within minutes.

What makes this property unique

The Spa Room features a professional steam shower and sauna. The room is large enough for at least 6 yoga mats. The hot tub off the deck complements the entire spa experience.

The office has a 16' long quartz desk with large windows overlooking the garden. A perfect way to work from home.

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