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Location, luxurious rooms and amenities make Greenwich inn perfect for getaway-seekers
Vacationers seeking a sanctuary from a hectic world will fall in love with The Stanton House Inn, a luxurious boutique bed-and-breakfast inn with upscale rooms and suites, a seasonal outdoor pool and charming patio where, weather permitting, breakfast is served each morning. Some rooms have gas fireplaces, four-poster beds, Victorian furnishings – one even has a private balcony overlooking a secret garden. It’s a short stroll to Greenwich’s fine shops, gourmet restaurants and cultural attractions, and the area is rich with hiking and biking trails, beaches, theaters, museums, wineries, breweries and so much more. Manhattan is just a one-hour train ride or 90-minute car ride away, and you’ll love coming back to this inviting inn. Ask about packages for romantic getaways, couples massages and dessert-lovers.
The Mark Twain House & Museum offers several venues to hold whatever meeting or special occasion you are planning.
Hal Holbrook Hall - Up to 240 people for receptions, 110 seated
The Nook Cafe - Up to 60 for parties, 4 for dinners
The Carriage Barn - Up to 110 standing, 50 seated
The Terrace: Call for details
Fundraising galas, school reunions, business team meetings, awards ceremonies, and family anniversaries or showers are just a few of the many gatherings we have hosted! For more info, call & speak with Pam Amodio, our Special Events Manager.
Longstanding heritage of hospitality at this Revolutionary War-era inn
The heritage of hospitality at the Griswold Inn began when the first visitors were welcomed in 1776 and proudly continues today with first-rate service, comfortable accommodations and fine dining. One of the oldest continuously operated inns in the United States, the Griswold, in a picturesque and historic seaport village, offers guests a choice of 34 unique rooms, furnished individually with antiques and period reproductions. The inn hosts an impressive collection of maritime art and illustrations as well as a collection of firearms used in the War of 1812. Guests can dine in the Tap Room, attached to the inn in 1801 after being rolled down Main Street by a team of oxen.
Stay Steps from Mystic’s Waterfront in a Spacious Two-Bedroom Townhouse
Looking for room to spread out? Steamboat Inn's Two-Bedroom Townhouse, set on West Main Street in the heart of downtown Mystic, is an ideal option for families or friends traveling together. With space for everyone to settle and a kitchen for homemade meals between adventures, it's a comfortable home base just steps from Mystic's waterfront charm, boutiques, and restaurants. Nearby, guests can explore Mystic Seaport and the Mystic Aquarium, or venture out to Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun. Check availability for this sought-after rental for your Mystic getaway.
Seaside Serenity Awaits at Niantic’s Award-Winning Harbor Hideaway
Set along the shores of Long Island Sound in the charming village of Niantic, CT, the Inn at Harbor Hill Marina is an award-winning boutique inn where every detail invites you to slow down and breathe in the sea air. Choose from 16 uniquely decorated rooms and suites — most with sweeping water views, gas fireplaces, and large soaking tubs — and wake each morning to a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast. Spend your days kayaking the coast, strolling the Niantic Bay Boardwalk, or simply watching the tide roll in from your private balcony. Evenings bring wine, cheese, and good company in the dining room.
Beach, relaxation, and cultural attractions at your doorstep
Captain Stannard Inn in Westbrook, CT, is a restored 1872 coastal farmhouse just one block from the beach. This historic, family-owned inn offers ten spacious, uniquely decorated guest rooms with nautical farmhouse furnishings, luxury sheets & quilts, robes, slippers, and upscale bath amenities. Guests enjoy ample common areas including book-lined reading nooks, a fireplace, and a sun-drenched deck. The expansive lawn hosts seasonal events like “Yacht Rock Nights,” while board games and puzzles foster unplugged connection. Located steps from the beach and minutes from local dining, museums, state parks, and more, the Inn blends seaside charm with relaxed sophistication.
A Peaceful, Pet-Friendly Beach Cottage with All the Comforts of Home
The Osprey Cottage at Westbrook Inn offers a private, two-bedroom retreat just one block from the beach. The cottage features a full kitchen with dining area, cozy living room with gas fireplace, an outdoor shower, grill, and a sunset-ready, private patio. Upstairs, guests enjoy a king bedroom and a double bedroom, along with a full bathroom that includes a double vanity, walk-in shower, and washer/dryer. Downstairs, there’s a queen sleeper sofa and a half bath. The cottage is pet-friendly, and is located in a quiet neighborhood near shops and restaurants. Guests also enjoy complimentary use of the inn’s kayaks, bikes, beach chairs, umbrellas, and more. Everything you need for a relaxing and activity-filled shoreline vacation is included.
Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton makes planning a family getaway to Mystic refreshingly easy. Located just off I-95, the hotel puts you minutes from kid-approved favorites like Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport Museum, and Olde Mistick Village—all less than a mile away. Guest rooms are modern, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed, giving families space to unwind after busy days of exploring. Start mornings with the complimentary Coffee & Bagel Bar, then cool off together in the outdoor pool before heading back out. Free Wi-Fi and on-site parking keep things simple, while special offers—including 10% off Mystic Aquarium tickets or a package with up to four anytime passes—add extra value to your stay.
Relax with a delicious meal and a stunning view of the property at Morgan’s Restaurant
A relaxing meal at the inn after a day spent kayaking, swimming, hiking or skiing: Doesn’t that sound perfect? At the Interlaken Inn’s Morgan’s Restaurant, they have been serving delicious food since 1999 to guests who admire the seasonal menus as much as they admire the views of the property seen through large windows. Cozy and classic, Morgan’s is open Wednesday to Sunday featuring Authentic Northern Chinese dumplings, Thursday night trivia night, small plates and more. We also provide self-serve grab ‘n go including daily hot breakfast sandwiches.
Local farmers offer their own fruit, vegetables, and flowering plants for sale, freshly picked, often just before the market opens. All are invited to get the freshest food at reasonable prices. The Putnam Saturday Farmers' Market accepts SNAP/EBT cards and debit cards for transactions. Member of the Connecticut Farmers Market Trail.
Dates and hours: early June 6 to end of October; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Paradise Hills Vineyard is owned and operated by the Ruggiero family, offering a cozy, Tuscan-style tasting room with views overlooking the vineyard. Some of the varietals grown here include Chardonnay, Seyval Blanc, Vidal Blanc, Vignoles, Chambourcin, Tramenet and Cayuga. They serve charcuterie platters as well.
Vegetables of all kinds, cut flower bouquets, strawberry and black raspberry jams, baguettes and baked goods, goat cheese and other cheeses, herbs, honey, sunflowers, maple syrup, grass fed beef, ice cream, cookies, pies and baked goods, fine art photography, greeting cards, organic clothing, yarns. The Field is just south of Kent Greenhouses.
Dates and hours: Open Mid-May through October, Fridays 3-6pm.
Kent Land Trust Field - Route 7 South at S. Commons Road860-592-0061
The market has 25 vendors selling locally grown vegetables and fruits, jams, breads, pies and baked goods, meats, pork, fish, shrimp, scallops, goat cheeses, lemonade, maple syrup, honey, flowers, decorative plants and more, depending on the season. Craft vendors sell jewelry, wooden bowls, soaps, painted signs, printed fabrics and scarves. Playground for kids to enjoy. Dogs are welcome to come and socialize.
Summer Dates and Hours: Saturdays from mid-May through October, 9am-Noon.
Winter Dates & Hours:Saturdays from November through April, 10am - 1pm.
This popular farmer's market brings local and regional treasures to your fingertips, including produce, meat, dairy items, flowers, teas, hand made soaps, shellfish, and more! Dogs are not allowed at the market. For increased safety, Westport Farmers Market will offer online ordering for some vendors. You can pick up your produce from the market or get it delivered to your home.
Summer Location, Dates and Hours: 50 Imperial Avenue; Thursdays from Mid-May to mid-November, 10am - 2pm.
Winter Location, Dates and Hours: Gilbertie's Herb Garden at 7 Sylvan Lane ; Thursdays from mid-November to early March, 10am - 2pm.
Local farms, bakeries, coffee roaster among 20 featured vendors
Stock up on goods from local farms, including meats, produce, fresh-roasted coffee beans, and more at this outdoor market that takes place under a pavilion.
Summer 2024 Hours: 3-6 p.m. Fridays through October 11
The old world meets the new at Gouveia Vineyards, founded in 1999 by Joe Gouveia, originally from a rural village in the hills of Portugal. Their wine tasting room boasts incredible hilltop views and a rustic, cozy atmosphere. They grow 17 grape varietals, all hand-picked, and produce a selection of reds and whites.
Great shopping, dining, casinos, and maritime fun!
Connecticut, the southernmost New England state, is bounded by Long Island Sound on the south, Rhode Island on the east, New York State on the west, and Massachusetts on the north. The finger-like extension of Fairfield County is an easy drive to and from New York City. Connecticut is the nearest New England state to New York, Pennsylvania and points south for a short getaway.
Located along the shore of Long Island Sound, Fairfield County is a short drive from New York City. Its boundaries include the towns of Greenwich, Danbury, Southbury, Stratford, Shelton, and Bridgeport, CT. Good restaurants, with a special cluster in the SoNo section of Norwalk, CT, a waterfront area with lots of hip restaurants and shops. Family attractions include Beardsley Zoo, Discovery Museum, and the Barnum Museum in Bridgeport, CT; Maritime Aquarium and the Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk, CT; and the Stamford Museum & Nature Center in Stamford, CT.
North and east of the Fairfield region and also on Long Island Sound, New Haven, CT is home to Yale University, which is loved for its fine architecture and excellent science & art museums, including the Yale Center for British Art and the Yale University Art Gallery. New Haven calls itself the "birthplace of pizza in America", with the pies served in old legendary pizzerias like Frank Pepe's Pizzeria Napoletana, Sally's Apizza and Modern Apizza. New Haven's downtown and harborfront are bustling with dining and cultural activities, and it is known and loved for its blossoming food truck offerings. As you move along the coast in either direction to the smaller cities and towns, alive with historic New England charm. Town centers of Milford, Branford, Guilford, and Madison, CT are expansive, pleasant and perfect for a weekend stroll or picnic. The coastline is also quite scenic, with beaches and some small islands that you can tour by boat.
The Mystic Country region is in the southeast corner of the state, aside Long Island Sound and also extending northward and inland, has attractions that are uniquely New England in character and great for families and kids. At the western corner is the mouth of the Connecticut River, and the nearby historic towns of Essex, Old Saybrook, Ivoryton, Old Lyme, Haddam, East Haddam and Deep River, CT. Towards the east there's the well-known village of Mystic, CT; Mystic Seaport is a historic shipbuilding museum and re-created 19th-century seaside village. Mystic Aquarium is associated with Robert Ballard, who discovered the HMS Titanic, and it has a marvelous exhibit exploring the legendary shipwreck. The city of New London, CT has the state's best salt-water beach and Ocean Beach Park, and is home to both a Naval submarine base and the Coast Guard Academy. Further inland, the Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Mashantucket (Ledyard), CT and Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT are two of the largest casino resorts in America, with reputations to match. To the north, the countryside opens up and is dotted with big farms and wooded hills, old historic towns and small cities including Norwich, Willimantic, Mansfield, Plainfield and Putnam, CT. In this area you'll find the University of Connecticut's main campus at Storrs, CT, which has quickly grown in size and stature over the years.
The capital city of Hartford, CT, in the geographical center of the state, is known for some fine art and history museums, including the Mark Twain House & Museum. The Wadsworth Atheneum's renowned collections include Hudson River School landscapes, Old Master paintings, modernist masterpieces, Impressionist paintings, and American decorative arts. The city is also home to a large concert ampitheater and minor-league pro hockey and baseball teams. To the north, Bradley International Airport, in Windsor Locks, CT, is the second-largest airport in all of New England. In the scenic mountainous area to the northeast is Stafford Motor Speedway in Stafford Springs, CT, which hosts car enthusiasts and racing events. The hills and mountain in the area also offer great locations for the state's ski areas - several of which are located within a short drive of the capitol city.
In the western part of the state along the eastern border of New York State, the Litchfield region is a rural paradise of picturesque farms, villages, vineyards and wineries, lots of antique shopping, and fishing and rafting in the Housatonic River. Major towns are Litchfield, Danbury, Waterbury, Bantam, Kent, and Torrington, CT. Litchfield region has no saltwater shoreline, but has wonderful rivers and ponds.
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