1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids
Bikes, Bocce court, fire pit/pool! Hike our woods to deer trail along the river! Over 80 eateries within 15 mins! Enjoy winery/craft beer/farm/market visits; easy to moderate hiking; world-class indoor ropes course; indoor sports/gaming center; trampoline park, much more. Near aquarium, kids' attractions, museums, concerts, nightlife, LIS boat tours. *We are still the ultimate couple's, private getaway, but we're making it easier to bring the little ones for a low-keyed, but fun-filled vacation. When you're not enjoying our outdoor amenities that include a play set, relax in your very own home theater with 66" HD Smart TV. Full kitchen has all major appliances and assorted small ones. It is fully supplied for preparing full-course meals. *Private entrance is off a ground floor mudroom accessed directly from outside. The bedroom features a very comfy queen bed and the living and dining areas can hold two twin air mattresses for the kids. Both the LR and BR can hold the full-sized crib. Please note that dining table only seats two, but TV tables and a high chair are available. Note that adding additional portable beds significantly reduces the floor space! Some families have opted for their kids to sleep on the couch and love seat in sleep sacks we provide. Also available: a portable crib, high chair, baby monitor, stroller, baby backpack and toys are available. *The front yard has a play set, bocce court, horseshoes, charcoal grill, and dining set. Guests may use these facilities without any notice to us. *Backyard has a three-level deck, swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrella table for four or more, hammock, gas grill, picnic table, outdoor living room, and a screen porch. We'd like to preserve your privacy so please let us know when you plan to use these amenities. * On the north side is a fire pit with seating, and a hammock further up in the woods. If you are uncertain how to light a successful fire, don't hesitate to ask. Written assistance is also located in the ammo box located in the wood bin. *We have our own private "daily" deck and a top-floor deck so you may never see us! All outdoor spaces are accessible to our guests, with the exception of the aforementioned private decks only accessible from our house.. *Prior notification is requested for use of the gas grill (and pool if you expect to spend a significant part of the day in and around it.) When in doubt -- ask! The facilities are only for our guests. Should you want to invite friends, relatives etc for a pool party, BBQ or anything else there is a fee of $15/ person payable to us directly. *Fee for an approved dog is $15 per dog per night. Please request a copy of and agree to the doggie rules; and tell us something about your pet. *Our neighbor's construction of the 6' chain-link fence has dramatically reduced any "foreign" animal visits (as have our dogs) we still have deer, a rafter of turkeys (including two huge toms in the spring), an abnormally large and jaunty red fox, a pack of coyotes, a rarely-seen bobcat, and birds of every feather, including woodpeckers, owls, and vultures. Oh, and squirrels, chipmunks and rabbits! So, please don't let your little dogs out unleashed very early in the morning or into the evening. *2024 update: Black bear have been seen routing through garbage cans at the southern end of the greenspace/river that we face., but no people encounters. Black bears are generally non-agressive and will most often leave an encounter with a human, if possible. Do NOT run away! *Bus, rail, Uber, Lyft and Enterprise Rental cars are all available, as are grocery, restaurant, and pharmacy delivery. *Check out our website www.ourcountryproperty.com for local activities and sample eateries. Please confirm hours and days of operation.
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Instructions/restrictions in house manual must be followed including a visitor restriction. If a topic is not included, guest will consult owner.
Total and complete quiet hours 11PM - 7AM, reasonable low level noise only permitted inside from 9-11PM and 7-9AM and not permitted at all outside.
Guests may not move, remove or alter any item, system, feature or amenity inside or out without owner's prior permission.
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Property # 972820
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
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
Shelton
Located in Shelton, this apartment is in the city center. Downtown Cabaret Theatre and Barnum Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at SportsCenter of Connecticut and Great River Golf Club. Traveling with kids? Consider Beardsley Zoo and Discovery Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling, sledding, and ice skating.
SportsCenter of Connecticut - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
Roosevelt Forest - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
Shelton Dog Park - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
Milford Plaza Shopping Center - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
Westfield Connecticut Post Mall - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
Getting around
Bridgeport Station - 19 min drive
Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald’s
Chick-fil-A - 9 min drive
Dunkin' - 9 min drive
Cumberland Farms - 4 min drive
Chili's Grill & Bar - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids ?
As of Aug 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids on Aug 31, 2026 start from $163, 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 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids ?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids located?
This family-friendly Shelton apartment building is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Housatonic River and SportsCenter of Connecticut. Indian Well State Park and Osborndale State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Pat
"Not all who wander are lost." Although we have been occasionally accused of not being able to find our place, we always come back to Connecticut! Oh, a grandchild is a powerful magnet and the reason we bought this amazing property. We are a photographer -- writer/producer team, supposedly retired, about to embark on our next project once we put the finishing touches on our home renovation. The latter isn't progressing as quickly as it might as we are easily distracted just enjoying this wonderful property!
Why they chose this property
Well, porches, decks, balconies, woodlands, rock outcroppings, spectacular views, parading wildlife, a sense of seclusion, and 38 solar panels; who could ask for anything more? Oh, the lowest taxes in Fairfield County and being 10 minutes from 99% of everything we need (including our granddaughters) doesn't hurt either! Did I mention the swimming pool with it's hidden under-deck? Trés cool. Well, we recall the adage that you never want to own the most expensive house in a neighborhood, but just maybe that is why we could afford it in the first place!
What makes this property unique
I think I've somewhat covered the unique benefits, other than the flexible layout which was extremely conducive to our plans which are somewhere between totally unknown, and those that often change over night. It also was a challenge to cure all the faults that had been somewhat intentionally built in to the property. Like the fact that the only way to the garage was through the apartment; and that the backyard was really in the front yard meaning mud-caked children had to enter through the formal vestibule rather than a proper but non-existent back door. And, in fact, that all manner of icky or heavy things had to take a rather long and strenuous journey just to get inside the house through any of its many doors, all of them placed for graceful living rather than practicality. So there you have it. We're still grappling with what to do with the toilet in the under-deck and an upstairs foyer the size and shape of a good-sized master bedroom, but it's all good.
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