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100% WASHINGTON! PoshPadsCT "SUNNY RIDGE" 8-BR Estate, Heated Pool, BBQ, Magical

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Overview of 100% WASHINGTON! PoshPadsCT "SUNNY RIDGE" 8-BR Estate, Heated Pool, BBQ, Magical

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
8 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 161579 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Washington, CT
  • Popular LocationBantam Lake7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSteep Rock Preserve10 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Waramaug13 min drive
  • AirportNew Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)73 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 7

Bedroom 8

7 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Full 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Full 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Full 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Full 5

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Full 6

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Full 7

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Half 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

100% WASHINGTON! PoshPadsCT "SUNNY RIDGE" 8-BR Estate, Heated Pool, BBQ, Magical

Sunny Ridge Farm is a magnificent country estate on 14 acres in the Sunny Ridge Historic District. It is the largest home (17,000 SF) in Washington, the most exclusive town in rural Litchfield County.

The estate has been meticulously restored and has almost every possible amenity - 8 over sized bedrooms which include two guest suites and maid's quarters, 2 living rooms, 2 recreational rooms, billiard room, screening room, wine cellar, gourmet atrium sky-lit kitchen, party room for 200 with bar, massive fireplaces, sun room, wood paneled library, 16-car garage, formal gardens, croquet/badminton lawn, multiple stone terraces, over sized heated pool, pond, beautiful grounds with two of the largest silver maple trees in CT and other fruit trees.

Washington is located in historic, rural Litchfield County, within a scenic 2-hour drive from NYC and is exceptional for its excellent restaurants, spas, antique shops, art galleries, boutiques, farms, historic homes, gardens, vineyards, distilleries, and orchards. The Gilmore Girls creator modeled Stars Hollow, the perfect Connecticut town, after Washington and the Independence Inn after the Mayflower Inn. It is the current or former home to many artists, writers, actors and Wall Street executives – referred to as "more Vermont, than Vermont" and "the un-Hamptons". Nature preserves, Lake Waramaug, and the Shepaug River offer extensive hiking, biking, and water activities. Mohawk and Sundown Ski Areas , Lime Rock Raceway, and Quassy Amusement Park are all a short drive. ExploreWashingtonCT and PoshPadsCT have the best listings of area amenities and event calendars. (Note that VRBO-HomeAway's map needs to be zoomed to really show Washington and Roxbury listings only and not homes 30 minutes away in less desirable locations.)
All of my homes in Washington and Roxbury (PoshPadsCT) are beautifully landscaped with flowering shrubs, flagstone terraces with gas bbq. And heated pools. They are furnisged with Frette pressed cotton sheets, plush towels and bathrobes, down featherbeds, comforters and pillows. Optional maid and catering and massage services are available. All homes have Central heat and AC, WiFi, flat screen televisions with dvds, cable and movie channels, and central alarms.

A car is necessary to enjoy rural Roxbury, Washington and Litchfield County.
The nearest bus station is Southbury, 15 minutes away.
The nearest train stations are in Amenia and Wingdale NY or Danbury or New Haven CT – all about 45 minutes away.

Monthly rates have utilities and snow plowing, lawn mowing, pool cleaning and pool heat billed as incurred. There is a $4000/month security/utilities deposit.





Exquisite, chic design - furnished with antiques, art, and other fine furnishings. Elegant stone bathrooms. Frette cotton sheets, bath linens, bathrobes, down feather beds, pillows, comforters - as comfortable and easy as a full-service luxury hotel. Maid service, dry-cleaning and catering available upon request.

Within a few miles of the Mayflower and Winvian Inns and Spas for the finest dining and spa services in New England as well as numerous other country dining options. Nearby Lake Waramaug, Sundown and Mohawk Skiins, Vineyards and more!.

Quiet scenic historic estate neighborhood - no loud exterior parties/events nor loud music - this is a luxury family vacation rental home in a private country setting. Serving Washington and Roxbury visitors, schools and residents for over 20 years.

Property manager

Stephen Brighenti
Premier Host
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
No Outdoor Loud Music or Noise - Please!

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Short-term bookings under one month in duration are only accepted 1-30 days before arrival. No Parties/Events - No Outdoor Loud Music or Noise
Monthly Rentals have an additional Utilities, Pool Cleaning & Heat, Mowing, Plowing Deposit required.
Weekday rates are only in conjunction with a weekend booking – please request a quote.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Outdoor Loud Music or Noise - Please!
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Washington

Located in Washington, this vacation home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden and Old Bethlehem Historical Society Museum are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Little Art Shop and Pilgrim Mall Shopping Center. Traveling with kids? Consider White Memorial Conservation Center and The Christmas Shop. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding.
Map
Washington, CT

What's nearby

  • Bantam Lake - 7 min drive
  • Institute for American Indian Studies Museum and Research Center - 9 min drive
  • Steep Rock Preserve - 10 min drive
  • Lake Waramaug - 13 min drive
  • Elephant's Trunk Flea Market - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Appalachian Trail - 43 min drive
  • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Arethusa Farm Dairy - 11 min drive
  • Popey's Ice Cream Shoppe - 9 min drive
  • Nick's Country Kitchen - 16 min drive
  • GW Tavern - 5 min drive
  • West Shore Seafood - 10 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Definitely recommend to those looking for a house that can hold a large group. Great entertainment space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meldon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house for large family gathering
Great property, thoughtful and responsive host, able to sleep lots of family members with different interests. Kids loved playing pool, ping pong, and darts, watching football in the projection TV room, and running around the grounds outside. Excellent kitchen setup, and dining space for a large party. The beds were particularly comfortable with excellent bedding. Overall a fantastic stay with relatives who traveled from across the Northeast to be together. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stephen Brighenti

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I am a luxury boutique hotel developer, owner, and operator in NYC and CT. Married with 3 college age children we moved to the best vacation location within 2 hours of NYC where I began restoring and renting luxury vacation rentals.

Why they chose this property

This property is a magnificent estate in the historic district of Washington. It is possibly the largest home in Washington with wonderful indoor spaces and amenities.

Washington is located in historic, rural Litchfield County, within a scenic 2-hour drive from NYC and is exceptional for its excellent restaurants, spas, antique shops, art galleries, boutiques, farms, historic homes, gardens, vineyards, distilleries, and orchards. The Gilmore Girls creator modeled Stars Hollow, the perfect Connecticut town, after Washington and the Independence Inn after the Mayflower Inn. It is the current or former home to many artists, writers, actors and Wall Street executives – referred to as "more Vermont, than Vermont" and "the un-Hamptons". Nature preserves, Lake Waramaug, and the Shepaug River offer extensive hiking, biking, and water activities. Mohawk and Sundown Ski Areas , Lime Rock Raceway, and Quassy Amusement Park are all a short drive. ExploreWashingtonCT and PoshPadsCT have the best listings of area amenities and event calendars. (Note that VRBO-HomeAway's map needs to be zoomed to really show Washington and Roxbury listings only and not homes 30 minutes away in less desirable locations.)
All of my homes in Washington and Roxbury (PoshPadsCT) are beautifully landscaped with flowering shrubs, flagstone terraces with gas bbq. And heated pools. They are furnisged with Frette pressed cotton sheets, plush towels and bathrobes, down featherbeds, comforters and pillows. Optional maid and catering and massage services are available. All homes have Central heat and AC, WiFi, flat screen televisions with dvds, cable and movie channels, and central alarms.

A car is necessary to enjoy rural Roxbury, Washington and Litchfield County.
The nearest bus station is Southbury, 15 minutes away.
The nearest train stations are in Amenia and Wingdale NY or Danbury or New Haven CT – all about 45 minutes away.

What makes this property unique

Magnificent country estate (largest home in Washington) on 14 acres of walking trails. 200-person dining room, gourmet and catering kitchens. Maid's apartment. Billiard, screening, and 2 recreational rooms. Wine cellar, sun room, library, 16-car garage. Stone terraces, formal gardens, croquet lawn.

Bedroom 1: King
Bedroom 2,3,4: Queen
Bedroom 5&6: Guest Wing - Kings
Maid's Apt. BR 7: Double
Bedroom 8: 2 Twins
Bathrooms: 6 Full + 3 Powder Rooms
Fireplace: 4 Wood Burning
Pool: 20' X 50' Gunite In-Ground
Property: 14 Acres Flat Lawns
Guests: Deer, Turkey, Red Fox

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