Holiday houses in Western Connecticut Planning Region

1956 House of the Year Award. Easy commute to NYC.

Architectural masterpiece, designed by famous architect Ulrich Franzen. House of the year awarded in 1956 by Architectural Record, featured in LIFE and House and Garden magazines. Taste the unique experience of modernist living, surrounded by nature yet walking distance to the beautiful town of Rye, the beach, natural parks and 45m by train to NYC. The house is filled with light,all the rooms have forest views,you feel inmersed in nature while enjoying the magical experience of modernist living!

Family · Location · Comfort

Lake Front Luxury

Welcome to this newly renovated modern farmhouse offering stunning views of Candlewood Lake. A great place to spend a weekend, week or even longer with the whole family or a romantic getaway. Enjoy this lakefront retreat with direct access to launch your canoe, kayak, or boat. Located on a peaceful dead end to enjoy the sounds of nature and relax all summer and winter long. Only 12 minutes from Candlewood Inn. Great place for wedding parties or guest to stay. Fire place is not in working order.

Location · Family · Sleep quality

Nature Retreat Airbnb

House located in beautiful and tranquil Redding, CT. Two floors with private deck. Main level: half-bath, cook's kitchen with a 4-person dining area, living room with flatscreen TV with an Apple TV and a view of nature. Living room convertible couch can sleep two small children or one adult. Upstairs: 2 bedrooms with full size beds, privacy blinds, bathroom w/ shower (no tub). If you want a getaway from the city, or just an escape then come to this quiet and private house in the woods.

Value · Family · Sleep quality

Huckleberry Quarters, the Cozy Redding Retreat.

Now is the time to book your AUTUMN GETAWAY at the Huckleberry Quarters, a beautifully appointed studio apartment with full bathroom in a secluded, 1918 farm house. A nature lover's retreat within hiking distance of the Saugatuck reservoir and the Centennial Watershed Forest. Private entrance with all the amenities; internet, access to laundry. A peaceful country getaway to enjoy any season, a writer or artist's retreat. Easy access to Merritt Parkway, trains, local eateries, parks.

Family · Location · Kitchen

Comfortable home away from home- near everything

Price includes Airbnb fees. Cozy, pet-friendly cottage in a peaceful setting just 70 miles from NYC and minutes from I-84 (Exit 8 or 9). This clean & comfortable retreat features 3 bedrooms (2 queens, 1 full), and pull-out couch. Portable A/C's in summer, and fireplace for cozy nights. The greenhouse adds plenty of natural light, the yard is perfect for kids, the front deck is great for morning coffee, and the gas grill great for cooking out. High-speed WiFi and 3 smart TVs.

Value · Location · Laundry

Serene lake front cottage 1 hour from NYC

Serene minimalist cottage directly on Lake Oscaleta with spectacular waterfront and Mountain Lakes Park behind. Quiet, isolated and lost in the trees, you feel you are in Vermont or the Adirondacks. Yet it's only 1 hour from Manhattan, 10 minutes from restaurants. Kayak, canoe, fish, paddleboard. Cottage is elegant, cozy and winterized warm and the lake is effectively empty in the fall/winter/spring. Please note: because of an asthmatic child, we cannot accept any animals.

Family · Location · Bathroom

Lakeview Estate - Chef's Kitchen - NYC Getaway

Stunning lake views from every angle! Gorgeous 3,200 square foot custom home with an open floor plan. Highlights include: * Chef's kitchen with Viking Range, Sub Zero Refrigerator, granite countertops & custom cabinets * Expansive 20x30 stone patio overlooking the lake with a fire-pit, speakers & outdoor lighting * 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms with double vanities, showers & separate bathtubs. * 5 SmartTVs including a 65" TV in the main living area

Location · Family · Beach

The Cove Cabin

An original Candlewood style cabin. The house has been updated to offer all modern comforts. It features a large fireplace in the living room, porch over looking the lake, central heat and air conditioning and a fully equipped cook's kitchen. It is on the northern most part of Candlewood Lake with direct, private water access from the shore or the dock. A foam lily pad, two SUP, and two two-person kayaks are available for use from May 1 to November 1.

Value · Location · Hiking

Beautifully Restored Barn With New England Charm

Set back from the road on one wooded acre with a brook, this renovated 4-bedroom converted barn pairs rustic New England character with modern comfort. Expect 30-foot ceilings, exposed beams, oversized windows, a babbling brook, large yard, eclectic art and furniture, a grand piano, a stocked kitchen, deck, grill, and space to gather. A memorable Fairfield stay for families, couples, small groups, beach weekends, and quiet escapes.

Value · Location · Quiet

Peaceful Light-Filled Guesthouse salt pool/sauna

Step into a peaceful, well-appointed home nestled on 14 acres of ancient trees, stone walls, and meadows in Pound Ridge, NY. This light-filled guesthouse is designed for relaxation, with a heated saltwater pool available in summer, sunbathing under a majestic maple tree, and evening stargazing by the outdoor fire pit, or unwind in the pool side sauna. Perfect for families, small groups, or couples seeking a peaceful nature retreat.

Value · Family · Pool

Charming Historic Cottage in the Redwoods

Travel back in time to Marchant Farm and enjoy an authentic farm life experience in the historic, newly restored Sunflower Cottage. Whether you need a place to recharge or to reconnect with nature, you will find it here. Relax and unwind in the stunning floor to ceiling cedar living area. With 2 air conditioned bedrooms, each with full beds, and the children's magical loft space with two twin beds and play area.

Value · Family · Pool

Retreat with Heated Pool, 1 Mile to NYC Train

The pool is open for the 2026 season. Escape to a stunning 4-BR home on 2 acres in Redding, CT (#1 Small Town). Just 90 mins from NYC, this luxurious retreat comfortably fits 8 guests. Enjoy hotel-style amenities, a heated saltwater pool, and a gourmet kitchen. Breathe in fresh country air in a peaceful, park-like setting. Perfect for families, offering a blend of modern comfort and outdoor living.

Value · Location · Quiet