Washington is the best country rural retreat within 2 hours of NYC - the best restaurants, shopping, land preserves, Lake Waramaug State Park & Beach, and nearby Mohawk Mountain Skiing. Magical Luxury Barn Home - Romantic home created from three barns and a silo set on six acres in an apple orchard. Wonderful historic walking neighborhood adjacent to Averill Farms Apple Orchards. Beautiful views over farms to hilltops. Relax enjoy a barbeque on the flagstone terrace poolside surrounded by new dawn roses, apple trees and blue hydrangea.
Bedroom 1: King Bedroom 2: King Bedroom 3: King Bedroom 4: Queen Bedroom 5: Twin in the Silo Bathrooms: 3 Full + 1 Powder Room Fireplace: 5 Wood Burning Pool: 18' X 44' Gunite In-Ground Property: 6-Acre Apple Orchard Distance Town: 1 Mile Distance Lake: 3 Miles Distance Skiing: 15 Miles Distance Hiking: 1 Mile
Elegant Bedrooms: Plush down pillows,featherbeds, comforters. Fine cotton linens. Luxurious Baths: Marble, nickel fixtures, plush Frette towels and bathrobes. Kitchen: Chef's cookware, silver flatware, 6-burner Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator. Central: Air, Vacuum, Alarm, Sound WiFi, Flat TVs, DVDs Escape to gracious country living! Welcome to our collection of pristine renovated country rental homes located in historic, rural Litchfield County, within a scenic 2-hour drive from NYC. Washington is exceptional for its excellent restaurants, spas, antique shops, art galleries, boutiques, farms, historic homes, gardens, vineyards, distilleries, and orchards. The Gilmore Girls creator modelled Stars Hollow, the perfect Connecticut town, after Washington and the Independence Inn after the Mayflower Inn. It is the current or former home to many artists, writers, actors and Wall Street executives – referred to as "more Vermont, than Vermont" and "the un-Hamptons". Nature preserves, Lake Waramaug, and the Shepaug River offer extensive hiking, biking, and water activities. Mohawk and Sundown Ski Areas , Lime Rock Raceway, and Quassy Amusement Park are all a short drive. Exceptional architectural interest and private country setting in Washington's most scenic historic walking neighborhood. Beautifully landscaped with flowering trees and shrubs, flagstone terraces with gas barbeque, and new in-ground gunite pool. Exquisitely re-designed and furnished with art and antiques, elegant bedrooms and new luxury bathrooms, and chef's kitchen with new stainless steel appliances. Relax and refresh with Frette pressed cotton sheets, plush towels and bathrobes, Bigelow bath amenities, down featherbeds, comforters and pillows. Maid, catering, private chef and massage services are optional. Enjoy central heat and air conditioning, WiFi, flat screen televisions with dvds, cable and movie channels, central sound system, and central alarm.
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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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Washington Depot
Washington Depot is home to this vacation home. Hopkins Vineyard and Valley Golf Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hollister House Garden and White Memorial Conservation Center. Flanders Nature Center and Glebe House Museum and The Gertrude Jekyll Garden are also worth visiting.
Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
G.W. Tavern - 5 min drive
Dunkin' - 13 min drive
Marty's Cafe - 5 min drive
Warren General - 14 min drive
West Shore Seafood And Eatery - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does "Kielwasser 5BR" 2Hrs NYC,Best Town,Restaurants! HeatedPool,BBQ,4FPs, PoshPadsCT have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at "Kielwasser 5BR" 2Hrs NYC,Best Town,Restaurants! HeatedPool,BBQ,4FPs, PoshPadsCT?
As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Kielwasser 5BR" 2Hrs NYC,Best Town,Restaurants! HeatedPool,BBQ,4FPs, PoshPadsCT on Aug 31, 2026 start from $1,182, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is "Kielwasser 5BR" 2Hrs NYC,Best Town,Restaurants! HeatedPool,BBQ,4FPs, PoshPadsCT pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "Kielwasser 5BR" 2Hrs NYC,Best Town,Restaurants! HeatedPool,BBQ,4FPs, PoshPadsCT?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Kielwasser 5BR" 2Hrs NYC,Best Town,Restaurants! HeatedPool,BBQ,4FPs, PoshPadsCT?
Check-out is at 12:00 PM.
Where is "Kielwasser 5BR" 2Hrs NYC,Best Town,Restaurants! HeatedPool,BBQ,4FPs, PoshPadsCT located?
Situated in Washington Depot, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Mount Bushnell State Park, Lake Waramaug, and Church Hill. Steep Rock Preserve and Mount Rat are also within 6 mi (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Stephen Brighenti
I develop and manage small luxury hotels in NYC and CT. My family has lived in NYC and now Washington since 2002. I have purchased, renovated and furnished over 20 luxury rental homes in the best upscale country destination within 2 hours of NYC - Washington and Roxbury - in histouric Litchfield County.
Why they chose this property
Historic, great interiors, luxury bedding, best walking neighborhood, close to Washington center. Perfect home, setting, views, private 6 acres.
What makes this property unique
The barn design is very uplifting due to the interior size and vaulting , wood beams, 5 large fireplaces. Unique to have 60 apple trees. Perfect best historic walking neighborhood. 1 mile from the center of Washington.