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Classic Rowayton Victorian (With a modern feel!!)

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Great wrap around patio with nice breezes and sunset views.
View from the patio.
Full bloom.
House painted spring, 2014.
Children's bedroom.
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Rowayton, CT
  • Popular LocationHistoric South Norwalk6 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorwalk Maritime Aquarium6 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe SoNo Collection6 min drive
  • AirportWhite Plains, NY (HPN-Westchester County)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Classic Rowayton Victorian (With a modern feel!!)

Classic, Charming Rowayton Victorian circa 1898 with modern, bright, clean, cheery, elegant feel, with view of the Five Mile River. Primary residence, well maintained with quality furnishings, home features gourmet kitchen renovated in 2020, new outdoor shower, original moldings, hardwood floors, and many period details. Well furnished and decorated. Great flow for family, friends and relaxing on the porch. Beautiful border flower and rose gardens enclosed by a picket fence. One to five minute walk to excellent restaurants and markets and shops and Rowayton Arts Center in Rowayton Village. Short, five minute walk to Wee Burn Beach Club and to Roton Point Association and Bayley Beach. Pinkney Park, The Nature Preserve and the Rowayton Library are nearby.

Come visit family and friends in Connecticut in Darien, New Canaan, Stamford, Westport, Norwalk including Rowayton.

Come from near or far.

Escape the city for a week or long weekend!

Well know authors Crockett Johnson and Ruth Krauss lived in this house from 1945 to 1973, where they wrote the books "Harold and the Purple Crayon" and "The Carrot Seed". They mentored and frequently hosted in the home their friend Maurice Sendak, author of "Where the Wild Things Are."

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September, 2014
Note from Johnson & Krauss biographer Philip Nel:

This past Friday, I spent the afternoon at Crockett Johnson’s house — 74 Rowayton Avenue (Rowayton, Connecticut), where he and Ruth Krauss lived from 1945 to 1973. Though I wrote their biography and had seen (and photographed) the house from the outside, I’d never been inside. I’ve seen all of their homes from the outside, but — hesitant to intrude on residents’ privacy — not actually been into the homes themselves. Since I was in town to give a talk that evening, Gil and Kim Kernan (the current owners) kindly invited me to spend some time in their home. My visit was one of the happiest events occasioned by my Johnson-Krauss biography.

Feel free to inquire about dates not currently listed. Thanks!

Property manager

Gil Kernan

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Partial view of living room, fireplace, dining area.
Rowayton House Close To Town
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
9.8 out of 10, (35 reviews)
Rowayton House Close To Town

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Norwalk

This vacation home is located in Norwalk. Stepping Stones Museum for Children and E. Gaynor Brennan Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The SoNo Collection and Stamford Town Center. Sapelo Island Visitors Center and Norwalk Maritime Aquarium are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Rowayton, CT

What's nearby

  • Historic South Norwalk - 6 min drive
  • Norwalk Maritime Aquarium - 6 min drive
  • The SoNo Collection - 6 min drive
  • The Maritime Aquarium - 6 min drive
  • Calf Pasture Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Rowayton Station - 3 min drive
  • Westchester County Airport (HPN) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • 314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza - 4 min drive
  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • Shake Shack - 4 min drive
  • Arden’s - 10 min walk

Reviews

10

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

Byllie Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, comfortable and lovely kitchen
The host couple went out of their way to be welcoming and provided lots of detailed information about the house and Rowayton area. They placed fresh flowers in most every room from their garden. Although it was out of their control, the new house construction across the street was noisy from early morning until early evening. But the new house should be fully enclosed soon and not a distraction. Wonderful hosts and great house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

gail h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
How nice was our long weekend for our family..
We had a quiet family gathering with planned activities. It was appreciated by all., and know we would enjoy it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J., Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
We rented for three nights while visiting for a family wedding. The house is located in a lovely seaside village within walking distance to everything. The place is charming, the house adorable and immaculate, beds were very comfortable, and it had everything we needed. One of the nicest vacation stays we have ever had. All the local information was provided in a notebook, as well as fascinating house history. The owner checked in by text several times and was very helpful. In all, a wonderful time. Thank you, Gil and Kim!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liv E., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sad to leave!
Everything was so smooth with booking, arrival and checking in to the property thanks to the owner who was extremely responsive and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay in their home. The house a wonderful place to gather with family and sitting on the porch and playing in their beautiful yard wit the kids made for many lasting memories. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

Rowayton Beach Home
Amazing house the owner went all out to make sure we had waters, coffee, everything we needed. The owners treated us like family. We were visiting the Connecticut coast for the first time and it was beautiful. Everything within walking distance, beautiful beach, kayaking, SUP’s great dinning. Sunset cruises available close by, breathtaking views. Lots of room in the house and it was decorated perfectly for a beach home, the quintessential New England beach home. We would love to stay her again. Perfect place to do the city and beach all in one weekend. Incredible!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Gil Kernan

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Why they chose this property

This past Friday, I spent the afternoon at Crockett Johnson’s house — 74 Rowayton Avenue (Rowayton, Connecticut), where he and Ruth Krauss lived from 1945 to 1973. Though I wrote their biography and had seen (and photographed) the house from the outside, I’d never been inside. I’ve seen all of their homes from the outside, but — hesitant to intrude on residents’ privacy — not actually been into the homes themselves. Since I was in town to give a talk that evening, Gil and Kim Kernan (the current owners) kindly invited me to spend some time in their home. My visit was one of the happiest events occasioned by my Johnson-Krauss biography.
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