Peaceful Pinewood Retreat 1 hour from NYC, close to Yale, SHU, & FU!

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Trumbull, CT

Sacred Heart University11 min drive
Beardsley Zoo14 min drive
Fairfield University17 min drive
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)32 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Hemlock level: "Willow Brook"

1 Queen Bed

Lake level: "Bear Den"

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Lake level: "Firefly Hollow"

1 Queen Bed

Private loft: "Crows Nest"

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Hemlock level

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Lake level

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Relax and rejuvenate in this beautiful lakeside home only an hour from NYC -- perfect for a friends and family get-away or work-cation! This lake-view home includes 2 fireplaces, a fire pit, 3 bedrooms, a private loft, and 2 full bathrooms, living room, dining room, family/media room, and a home office -- all freshly cleaned, disinfected, and waiting for your friends and family gathering. The huge terrace with Weber gas grill, hammock, lounge chairs, fire pit, shuffleboard, corn hole, is perfect for outdoor fun. TONS of hiking, X-country skiing, and biking trails in the area, plus orchards, winery, breweries, and restaurants. The house sleeps 8 guests (see details). The living room is full of natural light from the large south-facing picture window overlooking the lake and also features a huge stone fireplace for gathering around. The newly renovated kitchen with granite countertops has an island for foodie group cooking. The well-equipped kitchen opens up to the dining room with a stunning one-mile view of Pinewood Lake. The home office is a great place for a private zoom calls – or an introvert’s escape. Wifi is newly upgraded to Frontier's "FiberOptic Gig Service" with a "25x faster upload speed than cable" and noted "best internet service for gaming" -- so stream, zoom, game, and binge-watch...or read a book. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, CT, in a suburban neighborhood, the Amtrack/MetroNorth (Bridgeport) station is about 13-minutes away. This host is delighted to assist as you plan your get-away. Please inquire about lake access for Pinewood Lake Association's "tenant membership" (only one granted per calendar year). The lake itself is not part of the property and requires membership for access (swimming, boating, and fishing). Note: This property is NOT listed on any other platform as a rental.

Property manager

Martha Olson

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

House not "child-proof" -- always monitor children

Events

No events allowed

Maximum 12 humans on the property at a time

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking, vaping, use of candles or fireworks

The "User Guide" document must be signed and returned upon confirming reservation. Let us know if you have any questions or special requests! :-)

Sorry, but the lake is privately owned and not part of our property. Ask about Tenant Membership info for lake access (only one available per year).

All guests who spend the night (10PM-7AM) must be registered at the time of booking, including children ages 0-18.

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

Note from host: Maximum 12 humans on the property at a time

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

Property Registration Number HA7844232

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Trumbull

Located in Trumbull, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Boothe Memorial Park and Museum and Barnum Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Adventure Park at Discovery Museum and Fairchild Wheeler Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater or Pitt Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Trumbull, CT

What's nearby

Bridgeport Downtown South Historic District - 10 min drive
Sacred Heart University - 11 min drive
Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater - 13 min drive
Beardsley Zoo - 14 min drive
Fairfield University - 17 min drive

Getting around

Fairfield Metro Station - 16 min drive
Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 7 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Little Barn - 8 min drive
Longhorn Steakhouse - 9 min drive
Duchess Restaurant - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Pinewood Retreat 1 hour from NYC, close to Yale, SHU, & FU! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Pinewood Retreat 1 hour from NYC, close to Yale, SHU, & FU!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Pinewood Retreat 1 hour from NYC, close to Yale, SHU, & FU!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Pinewood Retreat 1 hour from NYC, close to Yale, SHU, & FU! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Roosevelt Forest, Monroe Plaza Shopping Center and Beardsley Zoo. Yale New Haven Health Park Avenue Medical Center and Sacred Heart University are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

katrina p.

16 Apr 2024

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

Fantastic Easter Weekend!

I booked The Pinewood Retreat for Easter weekend so we could meet our college-age son half way from home. Martha was excellent with communication both before and during our stay. We arrived to find the house completely spotless, and organized with everything we could possibly need. The house was nicely updated with recessed lighting, and crown molding, while still maintaining the charm of this New England lake house. The countless windows provided lovely views of the lake. On the warmer days, we played shuffleboard and lounged in the hammock. We enjoyed many meals together around the big dining table and had everything we could possibly need in the updated kitchen. We even dyed eggs and had our annual egg hunt outside. For anyone looking for a quality stay with super attentive hosts, this is a perfect find. Thank you, Martha and Rick, for sharing your beautiful home with us!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

12 Mar 2024

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

Peaceful lakefront getaway

Clean, quiet, exactly as described. We really enjoyed our stay at the peaceful pinewood retreat. Great communication with host and thoughtful touches. Highly recommended.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

mitchell k., NYC

10 Jan 2024

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

Experience Tranquility at this Peaceful Pinewood Retreat

Martha & Rick's Pinewood Retreat lives up to its name, and then some. With an astounding 69 out of 70 reviews awarding it a 5-star rating, its reputation speaks volumes. Echoing the sentiments of the 69 previous 5-star reviewers, we wholeheartedly endorse their accolades and offer this perspective. Nestled on the 60-acre Pinewood Lake historically linked – according to Wikipedia – to the Golden Hill Paugussett Indian Nation, this house with its many charming attributes could easily be a picturesque scene from a Thomas Kinkade painting. A commanding long lake view, framed by two walls of floor-to-ceiling glass, provides a serene visual treat from multiple vantage points. If Martha & Rick have us back, we would relish returning seasonally to experience the lake in its full natural splendor. Beyond these visual feasts I’ll offer a few adjectives that best sum up our observations/experience. IMMACULATE – As in eat off the floor clean. ORGANIZED – The hosts have thoughtfully detailed every nuance of the home, right down to the abundance of dimmable light switches, ensuring a perfect ambiance. OUTFITTED – The property is equipped with every household essential making you feel right at home. COMFORTABLE - Whether it's the inviting armchairs or the plush beds, finding your comfort spot here is a given. COMMUNICATION – Clear. Concise. Flawless from check-in to check-out. As for the neighborhood, this Connecticut enclave exudes a relaxed vibe. Book-It Dano!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

18 Oct 2023

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

Family vaca to visit family in CT

I do not usually leave reviews. (this is a long one) I definitely wanted to as we had an amazing experience at Pinewood Retreat. First, the property is just as depicted online and in pictures. The location was great, nice neighborhood. House was very comfortable especially with fireplaces being up and downstairs, as well as fire pit on patio which we utilized. Had never played shuffleboard previously and we all had a fun time with that. Everything you could need was provided in the home. From kitchen utensils to games, books, you name it. The lake view was just beautiful. We truly enjoyed morning coffee/tea with the awesome lake view. As far as the owner, Martha was an extremely helpful and attentive hostess right down to every detail. She left several recommendations on places to go and restaurants etc. My daughter mentioned she likes trails, and Martha provided park passes for that. She said she reminded her of Monica Geller on friends and loved her awesome organization. She went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care. We definitely will return when we go back to CT. Our family of 6 had an amazing stay. We highly recommend it.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Suzanne L.

11 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Beautiful location and lovely home BUT...

Martha’s home is pristine and in a great location. My family and I were looking forward to celebrating a milestone birthday all together on the lake. However the start to this week was stressful and extremely disappointing. When we arrived at the appointed check-in time with a car full of perishables we were not able to gain entry with the code provided. I was unable to contact the owner by text, phone or email. I proceeded to reach out to VRBO, and they also were unable to contact the owner. This went on for over 2 hours. This unnecessary stress is not the way to start a holiday. Check in is a crucial time for guests, and it was unacceptable to not have a point person available to troubleshoot with us. Moving on to the home. The overall feeling was that the owner understandably, loves her home and wants guests to treat it with respect. However, the rules, cleaning protocols and not providing basic things such as toilet paper, paper towels and napkins (even though we did find ample available when we arrived, after already purchasing them as per the pre-check-in list the owner sent) made our stay feel less than easy going. After reading the grill cleaning instructions we seriously debated whether to cancel the picnic we had planned due to stress about keeping things just so. Also, If you are late by minutes at depart you'll pay an extra 200.00. These parameters made it feel like we were not in a home away from home, but rather at a reluctant host's home.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Martha Olson

Rick and Martha have raised 5 children and bought this home as a family gathering place. We love hospitality! Over the past 15 years, we have hosted numerous international students from all over the world. In addition to traveling, we also enjoy classical & jazz music, reading, cooking, cycling, hiking, sailing, swimming, and kayaking.

Why they chose this property

This charming home was built in 1949 and located in a peaceful suburban lake community. The home includes an amazing kitchen/dining area for foodie gatherings, 2 fireplaces, a cozy "home office", a smart HD TV with Roku for casting your favorite shows. If you love outdoors, then take advantage of the huge terrace with a hammock, lounge chairs, dining table, fire pit, gas grill, shuffle-board and corn hole. Or venture out to the numerous parks and nature trails, restaurants, breweries, or orchards to pick your own seasonal fruits. This property has all the comforts and joys of a vacation get-away, yet it is conveniently located close to major transportation routes. The Amtrack/MetroNorth (Bridgeport) station is 13-minutes away. We look forward to your arrival and exceeding your expectations! Note: the lake is not part of the property and access requires membership to the private Pinewood Lake Association.

What makes this property unique

The south-facing views of Pinewood Lake are stunning year-round. The large terrace is great for a fire pit, grilling and dining al fresco, relaxing in the hammock or lounge chairs, playing shuffle board or corn hole, star-gazing, yoga and exercise, and just soaking up the sunshine with a great book!

We have a library of classic and children's literature (for borrowing -- not taking). There is also a piano (extra fee), which is kept tuned and in excellent condition for anyone who needs to keep up with practice, prepping for a recital or for group sing- alongs. Please inquire about access as this is normally kept locked.

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