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The Art House: 5-Acre, Private Getaway with Fireplace

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Living area
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bridgewater, CT
  • Place, Lovers Leap State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Candlewood Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Elephant's Trunk Flea Market
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Art House: 5-Acre, Private Getaway with Fireplace

Situated on 5 acres, "The Art House" is the perfect place for those looking to relax and unwind, as well as to explore and enjoy all that the area has to offer. This contemporary farmhouse, tucked away on a private hilltop in the beautiful New England countryside, offers breathtaking sunset views, as well as a spacious interior that has been thoughtfully decorated, and desirable amenities that allow guests to feel right at home.

The Space: The Art House, named for its one-of-a-kind art pieces, offers ample space for relaxing, both inside and out. Inside the home, guests will find three bedrooms: one king (second level), and two queens (on on the main level, and one on the second level). The dedicated workspace, also located on the second level, is the perfect place to catch up on work or a good book. Outside, guests are invited to relax on the fully furnished front porch, or on the back patio, where they will be greeted by a firepit, an outdoor dining table, and grill. Both areas provide a spectacular view of the area's beautiful sunsets, and serve as the perfect place to gather after returning from the day's adventures.

* Please note: 4WD/ AWD vehicles are highly recommended for those visiting during the winter months, as the property is located at the top of a long, steep driveway.
*Window AC units are placed in each of the three bedrooms, as well as the workspace, living room, and dining room during warmer months.
*Guests who wish to stay longer than 14 days must sign a separate lease agreement.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the neighborhood

Bridgewater

Located in Bridgewater, this vacation home is in a rural area. Glebe House Museum and The Gertrude Jekyll Garden and Bull's Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hollister House Garden and Flanders Nature Center. Traveling with kids? Consider The Cave, or check out an event or a game at Danbury Sports Dome. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Bridgewater, CT

What's nearby

  • Lovers Leap State Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lake Lillinonah - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Candlewood Lake - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Elephant's Trunk Flea Market - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Valley Golf Center - 11 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Appalachian Trail - 30 min drive
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mama’s Bagels - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Art House: 5-Acre, Private Getaway with Fireplace pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Art House: 5-Acre, Private Getaway with Fireplace?

As of May 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Art House: 5-Acre, Private Getaway with Fireplace on May 17, 2026 start from $490, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Art House: 5-Acre, Private Getaway with Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Art House: 5-Acre, Private Getaway with Fireplace?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Art House: 5-Acre, Private Getaway with Fireplace located?

This family-friendly Bridgewater vacation home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lovers Leap State Park, Lake Lillinonah and Housatonic River. Elephant's Trunk Flea Market and Candlewood Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about our stay! It’s a beautiful home and we enjoyed holiday dinners around the dining table and gathering around the fireplace. The beds and pillows were comfy too!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorna Jean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful house.We loved our time there.Everything was perfect:)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We felt so lucky to be in the Art House to host Thanksgiving this year! It's a beautiful home, warm and inviting- and the kitchen has everything in it you need. Thank you Jon and Jessica,for providing such a lovely spot for us to celebrate with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, Host was very easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Apurva D.

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

Art House

We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

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

What a lovely place

Our stay was just lovely. The communication was super fast and easy. Would stay here again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonja T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful. Location was close to family that live in the area. The house was big enough for my family and we loved the fire pit in the back. We will definitely book again when we come to Connecticut if it is available
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great weekend

Great weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CJ O.

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

Great place.

Very clean. Gorgeous view of sunset. Very relaxing with easy access to local attractions. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

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

Lovely home!

We had a great experience staying at this lovely home while in the area to visit family. Looking forward to staying again some time. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

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

Beautiful Location

This house was not only beautifully decorated, clean and in a stunning location, it was exactly what I needed to get a few days away to relax. Everything went smoothly and the house was perfect for what I needed. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Markee K.

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

New England Visit

Enjoyed the Art House very much! Lots of character and very clean! Beds were comfy cozy and central to where we needed to visit! Close to our wedding venue, hiking trails and winery! Would definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

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

Lovely home!

We so enjoyed our stay at The Art House. It had all the comforts of home and very clean. The grounds were beautifully kept and we were equipped with anything we might need while staying there. Such a pleasant week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

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

merchandising team retreat

Enjoyed a very comfortable stay at the Art House. Jon was great, very attentive to our needs. We had great communication with him.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T H.

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

Wonderful property

Our family of four (and 2 dogs) enjoyed our stay at the Art House. The home blends modern amenities with a rustic feel; beautifully decorated and cozy. Location was great...close to hiking, restaurants, and cute town of New Milford. We enjoyed relaxing on the patio with the firepit. Large yard was nice for walking our dogs. Communication with host was great; quick and easy check-in/out. The driveway was a little tricky finding the first time at night, but no problem after that. Overall we had a wonderful stay and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

One of our best VRBO Experiences!

Jon and Jessica, thank you so much for an incredible experience. You thought of everything for your guests. Every bed is so comfortable, we loved the artwork, and the home exudes relaxation and warmth. It was immaculate and extremely clean. We enjoyed spending the afternoons on the patio and covered porch watching the numerous birds, the sunset, and stargazing. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Beautiful house with gorgeous views

The house and property were exactly as advertised. It's a rather secluded house that's a stone throw (driving) from a bunch of nearby amenities. The house itself has a great front porch and back patio. Its mostly open concept entry, living room, dining room, and kitchen flows well. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The coffee and snacks were a nice bonus. There's also a bedroom and full bathroom downstairs which was great for my older mother. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms and an office. We only used one of the bedrooms where there was plenty of space and a comfy bed. The upstairs bathroom has only a shower, which worked perfectly for me and my partner. Window air conditioning units were helpful on the warmer days. And, of course, there was beautiful art throughout the house. Finally, our host was communicative throughout. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Excellent!

Charming restored old home with modern conveniences. So clean and spacious, beautifully decorated. Everything was new and fresh and thoughtfully done - we had everything we needed for a family of five. Worked well for kids and adults. Great setup for working from home, too. Hosts were great, easy to contact and very responsive. Convenient location in a gorgeous area of the state - grocery store etc close by. Would highly recommend this property! Only cons: the driveway was tricky - not good visibility on a road where cars can really pick up speed. Mirrors helped. Take your time getting out! And the brand new washer and dryer (yay!) was in a typical old-house basement (not yay!). But those were minor things and overall a really wonderful experience.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Shannon R.

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

Mother Daughter Weekend

The home is lovely and well appointed. The beds and furniture were very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed for our stay. The little snack basket on the counter was a nice touch. The hosts were very responsive. A few safety issues kept this from being a 5 star review. The driveway in and out of the property is a real nail-biter. The mirrors don't really help as the brush on either side of the road is so dense that you can't really see what's coming as you exit. We had a few close calls. The exterior garage bay door had no lock. We pulled our car up right against it each night; was a little unnerving thinking there was possible access to the house from that point with no way to "lock" it. I realize this might not be an issue for some, but as it was just my daughter and I in the house it was a bit uncomfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

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Hosted by Jessica Bates

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