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Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art

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Exterior in Summer
Main Entrance at Dawn
Luxurious Living Room
Living Room looking into Dining Room
Main Living Room with Artsy and Modern Decor

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Old Lyme, CT
    Goose Island
    3 min drive
    Florence Griswold Museum
    5 min drive
    Dinosaur State Park
    7 min drive
    New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    32 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Lower Level Bedroom (3)

1 Queen Bed

Main Guest Bedroom (2)

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom (1)

1 Queen Bed

Open Galley Bedroom (4)

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

En-Suite Bathroom (2)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Lower Level Bathroom (3)

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom (1)

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

Powder/Guest Bathroom (4)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art

Beautiful mid-century modern glass and wood house in the forest, featuring tranquil designer spaces and continuously updated amenities.
With only 2 hours from New York City and Boston, by train or by car, this is the ideal sanctuary for a perfect getaway. Minimum 2 nights during fall through spring months, 3 to 5-nights minimum in the summer months.
The space
Bright and modern home built in 1977 with contemporary clean lines and interesting architectural details. There are lots of rooms, 2,580 sqf. of them, on several split levels offering the perfect balance between open living and intimate spaces. The many walls of glass make you feel that you are part of the surrounding nature yet the modern decor and amenities provide for all the luxuries you deserve. Complete privacy is guaranteed by the surrounding trees and 3,8 acres of land.

The Bedrooms (3 queen rooms, 1 open gallery queen bed & 1 convertible single sleeper sofa):

> The large master queen bedroom with fireplace and sitting area
> The second bedroom with a queen bed and en-suite bathroom; both bedrooms are on the upper floor with lots of natural daylight and an airy feel.
> The third queen bedroom is on the lower level and is newly renovated featuring its own patio and direct access to the lawn.
> The upper floor office space has an additional queen size bed, it is an open gallery towards the main floor’s kitchen dining area.
> The media room on the main floor features a convertible single sleeper sofa.

Three queen rooms come as a standard set up and are for up to 6 guests, the additional sleeping options are set up based on request and at an extra charge, maximum number of guests sleeping at the property are 8.

The brand new Bathrooms (3.5 of them)
All the bathrooms have been fully remodeled, combining luxurious elegance with 21st century style.

> The master bathroom has double sinks and a large walk-in rain forest shower and serves the master the gallery conversion rooms
> The second upper level bathroom features rain forest shower and is the en-suite to the second bedroom.
> The third bathroom, on the lower level has just been completely renovated also with rainforest shower and serves the lower level bedroom.
> The half is next to the main entrance and is a stylish and well-designed powder room with toilet and sink.

Living & Dining
The centerpiece of the property is the large living room with a beautiful fireplace, a designer sofa, arm chairs and a rocking chair. A split level up is the dining area with designer lighting seating 8 very comfortably. The sun room, adjacent to the living room, is ideal for aperitifs or a quiet read and leads onto the outdoor patio for dining, BBQs or lounging.
The kitchen is equipped with all the modern appliances one would expect, it has lots of natural daylight and is spacious enough for a serious team cook out, adjacent is the kitchen dining area, seating 6 to 8. This area features 3 sides of glass walls and leads onto the surrounding patio, this is our favorite place to enjoy breakfast.

Other Perks
1/4 mile driveway off the main road CT-156 and Saunders Hollow Road ensures absolute calm and total privacy.
Outdoor parking space for up to 4 cars, with one drive way towards the main entrance and another driveway on the patio side for flat level entry into the house.
Media room with large 50" smart TV with Xfinity, Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime.
Separate office area if you must catch up on emails, although wireless is available throughout the house and the outdoors.
Guest access
Guests have access to all the rooms and facilities of the house and the surroundings including outdoor patio, charcoal grill, and 3.8 acres of forest.
Other things to note
Who should stay:
Ideal for couples of all genres, groups of friends, families with teenage or older children, architect and design admirers, adventurists, nature and outdoor sports lovers.

Not so ideal for families with very young children, elderly or physically challenged people as there are many stairs throughout the house. No parties with more than 10 house guests.

Property manager

Christoph Oberli
Premier Host

Languages

French, German
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children to be accompanied by adults at all times

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Old Lyme

Old Lyme is home to this holiday home. Florence Griswold Museum and Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Saybrook Country Barn and Stay and Play LLC. Essex Steam Train and Sweet Martha's are also worth visiting.
Map
Old Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • Goose Island - 3 min drive
  • Florence Griswold Museum - 5 min drive
  • Dinosaur State Park - 7 min drive
  • Essex Steam Train - 9 min drive
  • Rocky Neck State Park - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 11 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coffees Country Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mystic Market Kitchen and Eatery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Scotch Plains Tavern - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art located?

Situated in Old Lyme, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Goose Island and within 3 miles (5 km) of Florence Griswold Museum and Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine. Dinosaur State Park and Devil’s Hopyard State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely oasis in the woods
We had a great experience here! Attending a wedding over the weekend at Smith Farm Gardens, we had plenty of room for all of us. Grateful for the air conditioning and the beautiful space, there were plenty of places to sit and read or watch the Olympics and hang out and listen to music. There are, as listing says, lots of steps so we got our workouts in! Very clean, comfortable, beautiful and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Wedding
This "glasshouse" was beautiful in the woods. It is well maintained with comfortable beds and spacious bedrooms. There are different areas t just sit and talk with a beautiful big kitchen. The owners were very easy to work with and attentive to our needs. I definitely recommend this beautiful Architectural house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern glass house in the woods
Chris' house was lovely. Lots of room for our gal's weekend away--good location, amazingly well-stocked kitchen, and spacious baths. We spent most of our time in the dining aerie, but the "den" was quite comfy, too. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay at the glass house!
We loved our stay at the Glass House! It was in such a special place for our family, and the setting was just magical. The home was exactly as described, and there were so many thoughtful and special touches throughout the home. We loved the kitchen supplies, the coffee the owners left us, the soaps in the bathrooms, and most of all the art! Every room was different and unique. The owners were very friendly, and easy to communicate with. We would love to stay again! 5/5
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing
This is our 12th year doing mother daughter weekend meaning my two cousins, my two aunts, myself and my mom. This was our favorite house so far. The house is so unique, so beautiful and glass!! It was so clean the owner was super responsive with any and everything. You were close to the beach close to the wineries close to great restaurants. What a grand time!! I would highly recommend this property for any stay you are having!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home in the Woods
This home was the perfect place for us to stay. It felt cozy and spacious at the same time. We had two couples, two kiddos and one single and had plenty of space to do our own things as well as cozy areas to just hang out and enjoy our time all together.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Christoph Oberli

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French, German

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