Rhubarb Hill - a Charming Farmhouse dating from 1758
About the property
- Farmhouse1800 sqft
- Bedrooms3
- Sleeps6
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths1
- Minimum Stay0 - 2 nights
Farmhouse Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2.5 Baths, (Sleeps 6)
Rhubarb Hill is a woodsy retreat in beautiful Litchfield County. Relax in a charming farmhouse that is spacious and great for entertaining! The dining room, once a rustic keeping room, has a stone wall, fireplace, and stenciled hardwood floors. You will feel as if you stepped back in time. The living room is the perfect size for intimate conversations or larger gatherings. Wide hardwood floors predominate throughout this comfortable home. Cook up a great meal or snack in the well-equipped kitchen with a professional Garland gas stove, microwave, two dish washers and other culinary gadgets. There is a full basement with washer/dryer/ironing board.
Upstairs, there are three bedrooms and two baths. The master bath is spectacular with a Jacuzzi, European-style shower, twin sinks, and great views of mature hardwoods and old stone walls. Relax in a queen size four poster bed while looking out over the expansive yard. There is a huge walk-in closet with ample storage. The second bedroom has a shaker-like feel with its queen bed and two closets. The third bedroom is small with two twin beds, great for kids. The second upstairs bathroom has a vintage feel with full tub/shower and sink.
The area:
House is walking distance to downtown New Preston and Lake Waramaug beach with boat rentals, swimming, rope swings and kayaking
Near the Steep Rock Land Trust with great hiking trails
Dine locally at the Historic Mayflower Inn as well as several wonderful local taverns and restaurants all within walking distance
Nestled between two villages New Preston and Washington Depot (home of the Gunnery School and the inspiration for Gilmore Girls)
15 minutes to Litchfield Connecticut with the best antiquing in Connecticut
$350 per night with a two-night minimum and $125 cleaning fee.
$1500 weekly rate
$4500 June
$5000 July
$5000 August
During the winter months, mid-October until mid March, I seek long-term rentals and only rent by the month.
Keywords: Renovated farmhouse with lovely garden setting
Owner
Julie Swaner
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Mar 16, 2018
About Julie Swaner
I purchased this house is 2009 and have made a number of improvements, including a new roof, new heating system, new insulation, and upgrading of exterior doors. I did all of this while living in Utah with trips twice a year to CT. I recently retired and returned to CT for part of the year. I live in Raleigh the other part of the year. I love to garden and this area is wonderful for lush perennials and spectacular trees. It is great for bird watching, exploring wild flowers, and gathering mushrooms after a heavy downpour. I want to make sure you have a wonderful stay.
Julie Swaner purchased this Farmhouse in 2009
Why Julie Swaner chose New Preston
Litchfield county is the loveliest part of Connecticut with its broad fields, meadows, and rolling ridges. It has fine stone walls, perfectly-sized towns, and very interesting diverse locals which includes artists, romantics, professionals, and backwoods bubbas. This region has great restaurants, cute taverns, museums, art galleries, and the most amazing inviting winding roads. Yet, it is so close to New York or Boston.
What makes this Farmhouse unique
Nearby, there is access to Lake Waramaug for swimming (CT's largest natural lake), the Appalachian Trail for hiking, the Berkshires and Tanglewood for cultural events and the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Housatonic River for its fly-fishing, and extraordinary antiquing in Litchfield County. This house is nestled among mature trees and lovely grounds. There are plenty of restaurants from cheap to very expensive, there are local vineyards, farmers' markets, bakeries, art galleries, and wine stores. Step out the front door and explore a marvelous vacation opportunity. Or stay home and barbecue and then enjoy the evening patio for an outdoor firepit and 'smores.
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Bedroom 11 queen, Beautiful master bedroom with large bath
- Bedroom 21 queen, 1 baby crib, We call this the blue room.
- Bedroom 32 twin/ single, cosy bedroom perfect for children
- Queen size Beds (2), Twin or Single Beds (1)
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
- 2.5
Location Type
- BeachfrontThere is a public beach on Lake Waramaug and a private beach for residents of the Town of Washington. Your stay includes a pass for the resident beach. The pass must be returned. Free kayaks.
- Mountain View
Theme
- Historic
- Romantic
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Linens Provided
- Air Conditioning
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplace
- Free Long DistanceOnly within the US
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingBaseboard hot water and Mitsubishi mini-duct system for heating and air conditioning.
- InternetWIFI
- Iron & Board
- Broadband Access
- Living Room
- Parking
- Parking Off StreetCan accommodate up to 5 cars in driveway.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Telephone
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wireless Internet
- Wood FireplaceWood burning fireplace in living room and dining room. Renter must supply wood.
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & UtensilsI have wonderful collections of lots of crockery and dishes.
- Dishwasher2 dishwashers
- KitchenWell-furnished kitchen, dishes, serving platters, bowls, pots, everything. As a former caterer, I have lots of things.
- Cooking UtensilsLots of pots, frying pans.
- OvenGarland stove
- Pantry ItemsBasic staples on hand.
- RefrigeratorBrand new stainless steel refrigerator
- StoveGarland professional range
- Toaster
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- DiningBeautiful dining room and outside dining as well.
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 6 people
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD PlayerInternal in the TV
- Music LibraryOn CharterNet
- Satellite / CableWiFi and many cable channels
- Television
- ToysCroquet and board games
- VCR
Outside
- Deck / Patio
- Kayak / CanoeFree kayaks and canoes during the season at Washington Town Beach.
- Lawn / GardenLovely gardens
- Outdoor Grill
- Ski & SnowboardClose to Mohawk Mountain.
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- alternative lifestyle
Pool / Spa
- jetted tub
Attractions
- museums
- churches
- health/beauty spa
- library
- live theater
- marina
- cinemas
- playground
- recreation center
- restaurants
- synagogues
- winery tours
Leisure Activities
- scenic drives
- antiquing
- boating
- horseback riding
- miniature golf
- bird watching
- shopping
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- rock climbing
- cross country skiing
- equestrian events
- fishing
- fly fishing
- golf
- hiking
- ice skating
- jet skiing
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- rafting
- cycling
- roller blading
- sailing
- ski lift privileges
- ski privileges optional
- skiing
- snowboarding
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- water tubing
- whitewater rafting
- wind-surfing
House Rules
Check-in: 1:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
17 Reviews
Latest reviews
Best Fall Getaway
Thanks so much Mary and Dennis for your glowing response.
Hugs and I miss you already!
Julie
Fall color Cozy comforts
Relaxing,comfortable weekend getaway!
Very nice. Clean and comfortable.
Cozy finesse!!!
Luis and his family were delightful. Wish I could control the rain and the weather. Hope to have them return at a later date.