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Reviews of Charming Cottage located on Historic Estate 1 Hour from NYC!

Charming Cottage located on Historic Estate 1 Hour from NYC!
728 Ridgefield Rd, Wilton, CT

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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Wilton Beauty!
A perfect retreat in the beautiful Hudson Valley and Fairfield County. Weather was fabulous and the cottage was perfect. Billie and Dale are the most friendly hosts with the dogs! We had a brilliant week and will be back again. The cottage is very well presented and fully stocked. A wonderful open fire too! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

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Perfect!
We couldn't ask for a better experience and place to stay. Dale and Billie were welcoming from the start and made sure we had everything we needed from check in to check out. We used the kitchen for breakfast and spent a cold rainy morning in the main room, enjoying the fire that was laid for us. We appreciated the details, like the filtered water in the frig. and the lovely scented diffuser in the bathroom. The home was clean, cozy and perfectly situated for everything we were doing between Westport, Wilton and New Canaan. We would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2024
Anne and family, We are so happy you all enjoyed your stay and took advantage of the fireplace. It was our pleasure hosting you all and we hope you can come again. Very best, Billie and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Connecticut
This cozy cottage located on an estate in scenic and historic Wilton, Connecticut could not have been more perfect for our family Christmas gathering. Care was taken to provide all creature comforts. The cottage is perfectly situated between the beautiful towns of Ridgefield and Wilton with museums, shopping, casual and fine dining and wooded trails are everywhere. Our hosts, Billie Sue and Dale could not have been more welcoming and attentive to our needs. We would recommend this charming getaway for all seasons.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2023
Dale and I loved hosting your family for the holiday . You were perfect guests and we love that you enjoyed the cottage and even put up your own Christmas tree! Thank you for the delicious cookies too! We hope we can host you again in the future. Best, Billie Sue and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

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Family trip
House is even cuter than the pictures. Fully stocked kitchen with everything you could possibly need. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2023
Thank you for your stay and wonderful review! We look forward to your return.

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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Weekend getaway
Charming cottage for a family weekend getaway. The cottage was very clean and homey. There is a beautiful updated kitchen, cozy living space, and nice bedrooms and bathrooms. The location was ideal for us - easy trip from the city and central to a number of interesting places in the area. The property itself is gorgeous, with walking trails behind the back yard. Dale and Billie Sue were incredibly accommodating and responsive, making sure we had an enjoyable stay. We spoke on the phone with them a couple times, and got to meet Dale shortly as we were leaving and they seem like genuinely nice people. Overall, this was a great escape from the city and I can’t say enough good things about the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2023
Thank you so much John! We loved hosting you and would love to have you back anytime! Thank you for leaving it so clean and tidy, didn't even know you were here!

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect weekend
We loved the cottage! Everything was so clean, cozy and comfortable. The hosts were so welcoming and kind. We loved the walks and the nearby town centers. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
We really enjoyed having you stay at Leftover! Come back again soon :)

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian M.

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Relaxing stay
We had a very enjoyable stay at this location. The hosts were both very accommodating and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed for our weeklong stay. Communication with hosts was great! The property offers great walking paths. The house had all the amenities that we needed. Kitchen was superb and came stocked with the essentials. We will hopefully have another reason to come to this part Connecticut and stay at this house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
Thank you Sebastian and family! You were terrific guests and we would gladly host you again anytime. Have a great rest of summer! Billie Sue and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house!
Very clean and accommodating, the wild flower arrangements were a nice touch! We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for staying in the cottage and wonderful review! You left the place beautiful! Thanks again. Billie Sue and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Wilton /ridgefield
This carriage house was very nice! It was spotless and the owners take a lot of pride in renovating the historic carriage house and making it comfortable for short stays. It is equidistant between ridgefield and Wilton so very close to fun shops and restaurants. The kitchen is upgraded with nice new appliances. The only slight downsides were that the ceilings were low in a few doorways so I bumped my head a few times (I’m over 6 ft). Great communication with the owners who will go out of their way to make sure you are happy and comfortable! Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
Thank you so much Maxwelll for your great review! We are sorry you bumped your head though. Old homes will do that to you. So sorry! Glad you enjoyed the cottage and please come back soon!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Charming and Thoughtful
We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 day stay at this cottage. The hosts have thought of every need their guests might have. Spotlessly clean throughout, and the kitchen was much better equipped than other short-term rentals I've stayed at - definitely possible to cook meals in this kitchen. The instructions folder includes a map you can use to hike the trails that depart from the property, leading to 2 different nature preserves. Dale and Billie Sue respond quickly to any questions, and even placed fresh flowers in several rooms in the cottage. Nearby Ridgefield has good restaurants, a great bookstore, and a very popular ice cream and candy shop. Lots of other worthwhile destinations not too far from here, but be sure to visit Ridgefield!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2023
Thank you Brenda! It was a pleasure to host your family and appreciate your very kind review. Very best, Billie Sue and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a cozy place to stay!
This was such a cozy place to stay! Me and my whole family loved everything about this place. It has all the comforts of home. You can tell the host thought of everything that would make guests stay as comfortable as possible. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review, we are happy you were so comfortable. Come visit again anytime! Very best to you and your family, Billie Sue and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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Awesomeness
Dale & Billiesue were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cottage with great spaces for comfortable and casual conversations.
Would highly recommend and we are looking forward to booking this location again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
We would welcome you both anytime! Thank you for staying in our cottage. Billie Sue and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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Hotel-like experience
House was well-prepared and clean- even had a fire made and ready to be lit. Older home with some small spaces that might be hard for a larger person to navigate. Host was very responsive and flexible. Kitchen space was very nice. Recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia C., Nyc

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, cozy cottage
We had such a relaxing visit. The cottage is adorable, with beautiful furnishings and every tool you could possibly need in the kitchen. Being able to use the fireplace was wonderful on cold nights. Even though we never met in person, Billie Sue was a wonderful host, texting regularly before we arrived and during our stay to make sure that we had everything we needed. I loved the location, which is halfway between the town centers of Ridgefield and Wilton.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2021
Cecelia and her sister were wonderful guests! Unfortunatley we did not meet in person but we hope you will consider coming back when the weather is warmer. Thank you for your xmas goodies, they are all gone! Delicious and so thoughtful. Cottage was left so clean, i hardly knew you were there. thanks again. Billie Sue and Dale

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything You Expect and Much More!
We highly recommend The Cottage. The location is fantastic with beautiful hiking trails right in the backyard. The house is very clean, organized and comfortable. Billy Sue and Dale are fabulous hosts, and people, who go above and beyond with extra special touches like fresh produce from their garden, a welcome bottle of wine, fresh cut flowers and a pre-made fire just waiting for you to light. The week flew by and we are happy to have met Billy Sue & Dale. Would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2020
Sally and Michael were superb guests and we would welcome them back at any time. They took advantage of the grill, the hikes in the trails behind the house, the fires in fireplace, and they gave our dogs special lovin. In better times we would love to see them again!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage on beautiful grounds, and wonderful hosts
Our family had such a wonderful stay at the cottage. Billie Sue and Dale are kind and wonderful hosts. The cottage is extremely clean, and very charming and comfortable. There are so many warm touches, like fresh flowers placed in the home, and fresh vegetables from their garden delivered to us. We loved relaxing on the front and back porches - it was very peaceful. The property is beautiful and our family would go on hikes in their backyard. We loved our visit and highly recommend staying here.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2020
We enjoyed having your family and you were super guests. They left the cottage very clean and enjoyed the trails in the back. I would welcome them back anytime.

10/10 Excellent

Louis T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything about the property was as appeared in the listing and better.
It was so easy to deal with the Hollingsworths who are the most accommodating and generous hosts. The house is charming and was in meticulous condition and the grounds are so wonderful for young children to play. In addition, the proximity to the Quarry Head nature preserve provided great outdoor experience for the children and adults. Can't imagine a better rental.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2020
We loved having your family! Having the grandparents there to enjoy their kids was a blessing and we will miss them! The cottage was left in impeccable condition and it was greatly appreciated. Lovely family!

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J., RYE, NY, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional, comfortable, tasteful country home
With charm and attention to detail, this house is a gem. The modern and sunny kitchen will delight cooks and the comfortable living room has a lovely and efficient fireplace. Our hosts provided ample firewood whenever needed. A separate TV room has an up-to-date flat screen TV and all the streaming channels you will need. The bedrooms and bathrooms were well-appointed. The whole house was spotlessly clean with excellent taste in art throughout. We enjoyed the the rocking chairs on the two porches which add to the charm and proved to be extra special at sunset with a glass of wine. The grounds are beautiful and border a large nature preserve with trails that wind through a forest and past streams, an amazing bonus which we enjoyed often. Our stay was a joy! Mostly importantly, our hosts, Dale and Billie, are very special people who are exceptionally warm, kind and generous. We look forward to returning every chance we get.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2020
I never realized I was supposed to be responding to our reviews. Heidi and Jeffrey were our first true guests in our newly renovated cottage so we did not know what to expect. They were a gem of a couple and took advantage of all the trails in the back for hiking and the road walk as well. They also loved using the new kitchen and had many fires in the fireplace. We so enjoyed meeting them and would welcome them back any time.