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Guest Cottage on Country Estate

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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Watertown, CT
  • Popular LocationPalace Theatre10 min drive
  • Popular LocationQuassy Amusement Park14 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Compounce24 min drive
  • AirportNew Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)54 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 6
889 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    Common area
      1 murphy bed
    Bathroom 1
      No shower or bathtub

    Room options

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    About the neighborhood

    Watertown

    City center stay.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this cottage, you'll find Black Rock State Park and Lake Quassapaug. Flanders Nature Center is within 6 miles (10 km) and Harrub Pilgrim Memorial is within 9 miles (15 km).

    What's nearby

    • Black Rock State Park - 7 min drive
    • Palace Theatre - 10 min drive
    • Quassy Amusement Park - 14 min drive
    • Lake Compounce - 24 min drive
    • Yale University - 38 min drive

    Getting around

    • Meriden Station - 26 min drive
    • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 21 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Martino's Pizzaria - 5 min drive
    • Uncommon Grill - 3 min drive
    • Hawk Ridge Winery - 5 min drive
    • The Local Sixty-Three - 13 min walk
    • Echo Craft Kitchen - 12 min walk

    About this property

    Entire place

    You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

    Guest Cottage on Country Estate

    Welcome to our 2 bedroom guest house in the center of Watertown! The property sits on a 7 acre estate designed by Olmsted and Sons. The lovingly renovated original guesthouse offers 2 large bedrooms with queen size beds, a comfortable living room with a Murphy bed and a working fireplace with access to a covered outdoor dining area surrounded by a private backyard. There is a campfire area and additional outdoor seating.

    The property is surrounded by a stately stone wall and magnificent towering evergreen trees. The guesthouse also has a fenced-in backyard suitable for an apartment size pet (with supervision). The modern kitchen has granite counter tops and full-size appliances, appropriate pots, pans, utensils, seasonings and spices, and a useful assortment of small accessory appliances. A gas grill is provided in the front of the house, easily accessible from the kitchen. There is a small dine-in area in the kitchen.

    The master bedroom has a queen size bed, TV, dresser, and 2 closets. The second bedroom has a full size bed and a desk for remote work.
    The bath has a full size-size tub with shower, and linens and towels are provided. The Living Room has a sofa, loveseat and a TV. There is a full laundry available in basement.

    The guesthouse has commercial enterprise-class WiFi that can dependably support multiple users and devices for streaming entertainment and video conferencing remote work. Natural gas hot air heating and seasonal air-conditioning units are provided.

    Weekly, Summer, Monthly
    Walk to town, 2 minutes to Taft, close to Rumsey Hall, Frederick Gunn, Westover Schools.

    Property manager

    Faye Zasada

    Languages

    English

    Property amenities

    Ski

    • Cross-country skiing nearby
    • Snowboarding nearby

    Internet

    • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

    Parking and transportation

    • Car recommended
    • Parking on site

    Kitchen

    • Blender
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Dishwasher
    • Ice maker
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    • Spices
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster

    Dining

    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 2 bedrooms
    • Bedsheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 1 bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Hair dryer
    • Shampoo
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels provided

    Living spaces

    • Dining table
    • Fireplace
    • Living room

    Entertainment

    • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

    Outdoor areas

    • Fenced yard
    • Firepit
    • Garden
    • Gas grill
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio

    Laundry

    • Laundromat nearby
    • Washing machine

    Work spaces

    • Desk
    • Desk chair

    Comfort

    • Air conditioning
    • Heating

    Pets

    • Pet friendly
    • Welcoming cats and dogs only
    • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property
    • Note from host: You can go outside

    Services and conveniences

    • Housekeeping (on request)
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Meal delivery service

    Location highlights

    • In a rural location
    • In a village
    • In the city center
    • Near a hospital
    • Near a zoo
    • On a river

    Things to do

    • Optional golf privileges on site
    • Water park on site
    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Casino nearby
    • Cycling nearby
    • Fishing nearby
    • Golfing nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Horseback riding nearby
    • Ice skating nearby
    • Kayaking nearby
    • Motor boating nearby
    • Mountain biking nearby
    • Rafting nearby
    • Rock climbing nearby
    • Sledding nearby
    • Snowmobiling nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Theme park nearby
    • Water tubing nearby
    • Winery tours nearby

    Safety features

    • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
    • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    • First aid kit
    • Fire extinguisher
    • Deadbolt lock

    General

    • 1 unit
    • Garden
    • Housekeeping (on request)
    • Unit size: 889 square feet

    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Contactless check-in available
    Minimum check-in age: 21

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM
    Contactless check-out available

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Pets

    • Pets are welcome
    • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees

    Children and extra beds

    • Children are welcome.

    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
    Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    Note from host: May consider small parties, must check with Owner.
    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 there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
    This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
    Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
    A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
    Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
      This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: May consider small parties, must check with Owner. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

    Property is also known as

    Guest Cottage Country Estate Newly Renovated Watertown
    Estate ly Renovated Watertown
    On Estate Newly Renovated
    Guest Cottage on Country Estate Newly Renovated
    Guest Cottage en Country Estate recientemente Renovado
    Guest Cottage on Country Estate- Newly Renovated Cottage
    Guest Cottage on Country Estate- Newly Renovated Watertown

    Frequently asked questions

    How close is Guest Cottage on Country Estate to the airport?

    This cottage is 16.3 mi (21-min drive) away from the Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

    Does Guest Cottage on Country Estate have an airport shuttle?

    Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

    How close is Guest Cottage on Country Estate to the beach?

    This cottage is 14.6 mi (20-min drive) from Mattatuck Beach.

    Does Guest Cottage on Country Estate offer free breakfast?

    This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

    Is there a casino at Guest Cottage on Country Estate?

    No, there is no casino at this cottage.

    What time is check-in at Guest Cottage on Country Estate?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    Is there free parking at Guest Cottage on Country Estate?

    Free parking is not available at this cottage.

    Does Guest Cottage on Country Estate have a pool?

    This cottage does not have a pool.

    Does Guest Cottage on Country Estate have a spa?

    There are no spa services available at this cottage.

    How close is Guest Cottage on Country Estate to downtown Watertown?

    This cottage is 0.4 mi away from Watertown.

    Guest Cottage on Country Estate Reviews

    Reviews

    9.2

    Wonderful

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 33 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews" "
    Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews" "
    Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews" "
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews" "

    8.8/10

    Cleanliness

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Ashton J.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great spot for a getaway
    My husband and son stayed here for 5 days. They had a fabulous time hiking in the state park nearby. Thanks for a great stay!
    Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Pamela M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    The Garden Cottage
    Staying at the Garden Cottage was a serene and peaceful get away after losing a very dear nephew. Faye and family allowed my local family to come to visit and enjoy the peace and serenity of the country surrounded by the beauty of the flowers and nature. Its fragrant scent still lingers. Thank you Pam
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Christa B., Roswell GA

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Quintessential New England
    Super charming cottage! Loved being surrounded by flowers in bloom; enjoyed morning coffee in outside space. Interior lovely with well chosen antiques/vintage appropriate items. I was worried about white couches with a hubby and a teenager, but there were covers for protection. We did not cook or needed a kitchen for meals, just made coffee, but could have easily done so in well equipped kitchen. No room for three to sit in kitchen, but did not need to. Lovely stay with friendly hosts!
    Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

    8/10 Good

    Cassandra C.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great location, could use a few tweeks
    The location is great, the cottage cozy with enough space for 4 adults (not sure 6 would be comfortable), but there are a few reasons I gave the review a 4: 1) the hot water is so hot my husband got literal burns doing dishes not realizing the water would get that hot 2) When we arrived there were no lights anywhere. The lanterns on the stone wall by the road werent on, the porch light wasnt on, at least one inside light wasnt on. It was very dark and hard to see. 3) So SO much furniture for such a tiny place. There was furniture in every doorway making getting around the cottage very awkward. We ended up moving things to get through doorways and none of us are fat. 4) Poor arrival instructions. The welcome email does not state how to get a key (the front door was left open), or how to connect to wifi (I had to email for password). There was also no exit instructions. We did the dishes and took the trash out, which really for a $300 cleaning fee was good enough in our opinion. 4) More blankets for the beds now that it is colder would be nice. Or a throw or two for the couches to snuggle up and watch TV would be good. But overall the stay was excellent. There is laundry on property making cleaning easy. It is close to Rt 8 making getting around CT very easy. The property owner is very communicative, so if there’s an issue she responds quickly (we had no issue beyond not knowing the door would be left open and not knowing the wifi PW). Also, they get a half star for having a naughty lightswitch which I appreciated. David is one of my favorite statues. Thanks for the great stay :)
    Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    CHRISTINE S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Quaint cottage
    Great location. Faye accommodated us for a few extra days. We had our hardwood floors refinished and it was perfect for us checking in on our house. Pet friendly.
    Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

    8/10 Good

    Chele H., Winter Park

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Adorable house on beautiful property
    This cottage is adorable and charming on a large hillside property. I was in the house for a month. The owner is lovely and accessible The fenced yard is perfect for traveling with a pet and the walks down the large hill to the stream are even better. The house is comfortable as is the bed in the front bedroom. Things that make the house four star instead of five star are the mediocre quality kitchen furnishings, a noisy sump pump, mismatched and somewhat older bed linens and towels, less than abundant hot water, and an address that makes receiving deliveries in any many very challenging (too long to explain but trust me that I spent a lot of time directing UberEats, Instacart, UPS, and FedEx). Despite these imperfections, I loved my stay and would stay again if I was in the area. (With the hope that the owner would elevate the comfort and raise rices accordingly.) I’m rooting for this charming house to succeed even more than it already has.
    Stayed 25 nights in Feb 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Jill L.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Cozy
    The cottage was very comfortable and cozy!
    Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Joy K.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    All is well in Watertown
    All is well in Watertown…To be sure! You will want to stay at this lovely cottage. The host is excellent! Be sure you book it! 🏡
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Chanita F.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Cozy Getaway
    The cottage was the perfect little escape from NYC. Cozy fireplace, clean interior, fully stocked kitchen and a yard for the pooch. Faye went out of her way to help with any questions - even cleaning off my car when a snowstorm hit.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

    8/10 Good

    Chris W.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Cozy cottage
    Our stay was very nice and the owners were very communicative and flexible when the trip needed to be adjusted by a day due to a power outage in the entire area (tropical storm came through prior to arrival). The fenced yard was great for our dog, though it is just off a busy road so there is some traffic noise at peak time. Beds were super comfortable and fully equipped kitchen.