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Bantam Beauty - Surrounded By Nature!

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar area with stools.
A deck with wicker furniture and cushions, a small table with a drink, and a view of a grassy area with trees.
A playground with a slide and climbing structures, surrounded by a grassy area and trees.
A welcome sign for Bantam, indicating it was settled in 1720 and incorporated in 1915, surrounded by a garden with colorful flowers.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a long table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 10•5 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bantam, CT
  • Place, Bantam Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Litchfield Town Green
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, White Memorial Conservation Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Bantam Beauty - Surrounded By Nature!

Welcome to the Bantam Beauty, a peaceful getaway located in the beautiful Litchfield Hills. Only 2 hours from NYC & you'll be transported to fantastic hiking trails, lakes, skiing, wineries & local restaurants. We are minutes from the charming town of Litchfield, walking distance to Bantam Lake & a short walk to Arethusa Dairy, the best ice cream in the land. Our property is bordered on 3 sides by the White Memorial Nature Preserve so you are surrounded by the sounds of nature in every season.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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

Property # 3251760vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bantam

Bantam is home to this holiday home. White Memorial Conservation Center and Mount Tom State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Thorncrest Farm & Milk House Chocolates and Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider The Christmas Shop and KidsPlay Museum.
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Bantam, CT

What's nearby

  • Bantam Lake - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Litchfield Town Green - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Litchfield Historical Society Museum - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Mount Tom State Park - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • White Memorial Conservation Center - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Litchfield Country Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Popey's Ice Cream - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bohemian Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪At The Corner - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bantam Beauty - Surrounded By Nature! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Bantam Beauty - Surrounded By Nature!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bantam Beauty - Surrounded By Nature!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bantam Beauty - Surrounded By Nature!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Bantam Beauty - Surrounded By Nature! located?

This family-friendly Bantam holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Bantam Lake and White Memorial Conservation Center. Mount Tom State Park and Topsmead State Forest are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaveh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway location for our family visiting the area. The owners were the most hospitable vacation home owners we’ve ever encountered, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun 2026
Aww, thanks so much for the great review, Kaveh. So happy you and the family had a great time. We’d be happy to welcome you all back any time. Enjoy your summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anne h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great house! It is so clean, spacious, well appointed and the location was perfect for us. There is plenty of parking and we enjoyed the added bonus of a little wild life viewing. Our host was such a great communicator! This was an awesome weekend in an awesome house. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun 2026
Thanks so very much for the great 5* review, Anne!! I’m so happy you and your family had a great weekend and got to say hello to our local turkey family. Come again anytime. Enjoy your summer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, beautiful area, looks just like the pictures, communication with the host excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2025
Thanks for the five-star review, Stacey! Glad all went well at the house and that you enjoyed your weekend. Come back any time to the Bantam Beauty.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bantom home was exactly what we were looking for to accommodate our family while visiting relatives in Connecticut. The location was ideal—close to Litchfield, with a lovely walking trail and beautiful scenery nearby. The house itself was very well appointed, and we especially appreciated the spacious, well-equipped kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2025
Thanks so much for the great five-star review, John! We are so happy you and your family had a great holiday in our home and we’d be happy to welcome you back any time. Happy New Year to all!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host! Home is in a great location, plenty of room for all. Will return for future trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
Thanks for the great 5* review, Rick! So glad we could welcome you back again this year. See you next fall!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ronni and Jan are amazing hosts, with great communication. The property was very clean and as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
Aww, thanks for the great review, Ryan. So glad you enjoyed our home. We’d be happy to welcome you back any time, maybe for your one year wedding anniversary :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seven of us had an absolutely wonderful stay at this truly charming, welcoming, and easy-to-enjoy home! The house is spacious, well-appointed, and designed for group time (large kitchen and dining and living room) inside and out. Beds are very comfortable and the location is quiet but central--easy jaunt to Bantam Market and any number of bakeries and cafes.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2025
thanks so much for the great and thoughtful, five-star review, Stefanie! So glad you all had a wonderful time and were comfortable in our home. We’d be happy to welcome you all back any time. Have a great holiday season, Ronni.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very good stay at this VRBO! The rooms were clean and comfortable! There were toys that my granddaughter enjoyed and plenty of rooms to explore. The wi-fi worked well and there was plenty of towels and supplies such as toiletries, paper products, etc..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Aww, thanks so much for the 5* review, Linda! So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay at the Bantam Beauty. We’d be happy to welcome you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spacious, clean, comfortable, accessible, and was in a great location. The parking was spacious and very convenient for our large group. There was nothing but positive comments from all of our party of 10.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toby R.

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

Lovely Weekend Getaway!

Everything about this experience was beautiful. I was especially delighted to see the turkeys in the morning. We really enjoyed the game room. Thanks for a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Thanks so much for your five-star review, Toby! We’re so happy you enjoyed your family weekend at the Bantam Beauty. Look forward to welcoming you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

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

Bantam visit

Great home with plenty of room. Will deinatwly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

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

Best STR experience ever

That was the best short term rental experience I've ever had! Amazingly set, clear instructions, great communication! Beautiful home and property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2025
Thanks for the 5* review, Jeff!! So glad you had a nice stay. We would happily welcome you and your family back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Family wedding

We had a family wedding near by and the house worked out perfect! There was enough room for everyone and the house was super clean and well stocked!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
Thanks so much for the nice review, Katie! So glad you enjoyed our home and had a lovely weekend. Come again any time! Enjoy the rest of your summer, Ronni
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Wonderful weekend at Bantam Beauty

We stayed at Ronni’s place for a fall weekend getaway. The home was warm, welcoming and comfortable. It’s ideally located near the center of Litchfield, hiking trails, wineries, farm and cider stands, and much more. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2024
Thanks so much for the great review, Beth! So happy you and your friends enjoyed a beautiful fall weekend in our home. We would be happy to welcome you back to the Bantam Beauty any time. Be well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with owner, quick and thorough responses to questions prior to check-in and then easy check-in. Very spacious and wonderful home. Hospitality was astounding, everything you needed was provided and then some. Excellent wi-fi throughout the home. Lots of parking. I would definitely recommend this home to everyone, couples, singles, families. We were five sisters, most with spouses, and all from a different state.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2025
Thanks so much for the wonderful 5* review, Elizabeth! So happy you and your family had such a great weekend. We would be happy to welcome you back to the Bantam Beauty any time. Enjoy the rest of your summer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Bantam Beauty

My family and I enjoyed the weekend relaxing at Bantam Beauty. The scenery behind the house is a refreshing view from the everyday busy life of noisy streets. We saw deer, turkeys, birds and enjoyed the sound of nature. We would definitely recommend this location as a way to unplug and enjoy quality time together. Large kitchen, specious living room space, and a great basement for kids to be entertained. Works for various age groups.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Thanks so much for this wonderful five-star review, Jennifer! We are so happy you and your family had a relaxing time at the Bantam Beauty. You are all welcome back any time. Be well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda R.

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

Girls weekend

8 of us stayed at this property for a girls weekend. The house was perfect! Bigger than we had anticipated. Ronni answered my texts quickly with any questions I had. We visited Litchfield Distillery, Hawk Ridge Winery, and Aquila’s Nest Winery during our stay. We look forward to going back again with our significant others for a couple’s weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2024
Thanks so much for the five-star review, Melinda! So happy you and your friends enjoyed your weekend in Bantam and look forward to welcoming you back another time. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

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

Wonderful house for large group

Clean house on a quiet street in a quiet town. Backs right up to a wildlife reserve and a short walk to a community trail system. We saw turkeys and deer on the property. Walking on the trails we also saw racoons, otters, turtles, frogs, and plenty of birds. A short drive in either direction brings to you to great food options. we ate at @t the corner and the food was fantastic. House is well stocked with everything you need to make meals and enjoy your stay. Ronni was very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
Thanks so much, Kyle, for the five-star review! So glad you and your family had a great weekend in Bantam. We would welcome you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

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

Wonderful accommodations for our family while celebrating a 50th anniversary!

Bantam Beauty was the perfect place for my family to stay while we were in town celebrating a 50th anniversary. Ronni was exceptionally responsive and friendly as we approached our arrival date. The house is beautiful and charming, and perfectly accommodated our family of 9 people… 3 adult couples and 3 kids aged 5-9. The playground outside and game room in the basement were perfect for the kids to burn off some energy, while the large kitchen and living room were both great spaces for the adults to hang out. Bedrooms were nicely sized with comfortable beds and plenty of bathrooms for all of us. We had a wonderful time, being in proximity to great restaurants and activities. We plan to travel back in the summer for another family event and will stay at Bantam Beauty again! Thank you Ronni for hosting our family! Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Aww, thanks so much for the great five-star review, Christy! So happy you and your family enjoyed your weekend celebration in our home. We’d be happy to welcome you all back any time. Enjoy the holidays.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Friends visit

We had such an amazing trip and the Bantam house was PERFECTION! Truly-every detail was thought of and the home was immaculate (honestly-everything was so clean and well taken care of). We had zero complaints and everyone agreed it was such a perfect set up. There was plenty of space to spread out and the home was so comfortable-from the comfortable beds and linens to the extra amenities provided in the kitchen-everything was covered. And the communication with the owners was great-not only were they right there when we reached out with a question but they were offering suggestions to make our visit even more amazing beforehand. They genuinely wanted us to enjoy our time in their beautiful home, which was very much appreciated. If you’re unfamiliar with the area-it’s very charming and this location provided the perfect spot for our plans in Kent and Washington. I can’t say it enough-we truly loved our stay! We intend to return to visit friends and we will definitely rebook the Bantam house for sure! Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2024
Aww, Kelly, thanks so much for this wonderful five-star review! We are so happy you and your friends had a great weekend at the Bantam Beauty and look forward to welcoming you all back one day. Be well!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nikki P.

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

Spacious and clean, quiet street, well appointed.

We stayed at Bantam Beauty for our friends wedding nearby. It was perfect for our group of 9 to stay and we had room to host dinner for 13 as everyone came in to town. (Woods BBQ take out was perfect for a crowd!) Right in the heart of Bantam and close to so many activities, great coffee shops (Love Hearts Bakery! Awesome breakfast sandwich!), restaurants and grocery. The A/C was needed for this steamy weekend and it worked great. All the beds were comfortable, plenty of linens and the fully stocked kitchen was appreciated! The house is a really neat mix of older historic elements and a new addition. We didn't get to enjoy the outdoor space but we saw a doe and fawn, rabbits, hawks and wild turkeys all passing through the backyard! The living room was large enough for us to all gather and catch up. Plenty of bathrooms/showers for everyone to get ready for the wedding. We didn't enjoy the game room downstairs but that offers even more space for kids to hang out! Bonus was that the house is a half mile from a trail system that connects to the white memorial forest and our group enjoyed a beautiful morning run! Communication with the owners was perfect and they were very flexible. We enjoyed our stay very much and highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Oh Nikki, thanks so very much for this awesome 5* review!! So happy you and your friends and family had such an amazing time in our neck of the woods. You are most welcome back to our home any time! Enjoy the rest of your summer.

About the host

Hosted by Ronni J. Siegel

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We are Ronni & Jan, lifelong New Yorkers who have finally come to realize the beauty of country life. We discovered this bucolic NW corner of CT years ago & as empty nesters, decided to finally spend more time here discovering all the things this area has to offer. While we still love to travel the globe (after years in travel marketing), we've come to appreciate country life, close to the city yet a world away. We look forward to sharing our home with others who are looking for a peaceful getaway.

Why they chose this property

We love being on a quiet dead-end street yet so close to all the great things in the area. We are 2 minutes from the Bantam Market, Arethusa ice cream & Bantam Bread. 5 minutes to the town of Litchfield with great restaurants & shops. And super close to great, flat walking trails for a boost of nature.

What makes this property unique

Besides being on a quiet road that only a few people drive on, the highlight of our home is the property itself. Sitting on the back deck, staring at the trees on all sides & listening to the sounds of nature is heavenly. Every season is pretty & peaceful there.

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