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Guest Cottage on Country Estate

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Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at Guest Cottage on Country Estate. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Guest Cottage on Country Estate

  • Welcome to our 2 bedroom guest house in the center of Watertown! The property sits on a 7 acre estate designed by Olmsted and Sons. The lovingly renovated original guesthouse offers 2 large bedrooms with queen size beds, a comfortable living room with a Murphy bed and a working fireplace with access to a covered outdoor dining area surrounded by a private backyard. There is a campfire area and additional outdoor seating.

    The property is surrounded by a stately stone wall and magnificent towering evergreen trees. The guesthouse also has a fenced-in backyard suitable for an apartment size pet (with supervision). The modern kitchen has granite counter tops and full-size appliances, appropriate pots, pans, utensils, seasonings and spices, and a useful assortment of small accessory appliances. A gas grill is provided in the front of the house, easily accessible from the kitchen. There is a small dine-in area in the kitchen.

    The master bedroom has a queen size bed, TV, dresser, and 2 closets. The second bedroom has a full size bed and a desk for remote work.
    The bath has a full size-size tub with shower, and linens and towels are provided. The Living Room has a sofa, loveseat and a TV. There is a full laundry available in basement.

    The guesthouse has commercial enterprise-class WiFi that can dependably support multiple users and devices for streaming entertainment and video conferencing remote work. Natural gas hot air heating and seasonal air-conditioning units are provided.

    Weekly, Summer, Monthly
    Walk to town, 2 minutes to Taft, close to Rumsey Hall, Frederick Gunn, Westover Schools.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: You can go outside

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 889 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
The laundry is in the basement out the door the the garage and the first door on left - leave dirty towels on the bathroom floor. Burn off grill after use and shut off gas to the grill and tank.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
May consider small parties, must check with Owner.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You can go outside

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
Note from host: May consider small parties, must check with Owner.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Watertown, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. Imagine Nation Children's Museum and Mount Southington Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Rock State Park and Flanders Nature Center. Mattatuck Museum Arts and History Center and The Christmas Shop are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging. Visit our Watertown travel guide
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What's nearby

  • An ornate theater interior with a grand chandelier, a circular ceiling design, and a stage area.
    Palace Theatre
    11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Lake Winnemaug
    4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Black Rock State Park
    5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Lake Quassapaug
    10 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Waterbury Green
    11 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Meriden Station
    26 min drive
  • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Martino's Pizzaria
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Uncommon Grill
    3 min drive
  • Echo Craft Kitchen
    12 min walk
  • Burger King
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guest Cottage on Country Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Guest Cottage on Country Estate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Guest Cottage on Country Estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest Cottage on Country Estate?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guest Cottage on Country Estate located?

Located in the heart of Watertown, this cottage is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Lake Winnemaug and within 6 miles (10 km) of Black Rock State Park and Lake Quassapaug. Flanders Nature Center and Harrub Pilgrim Memorial are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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