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Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art

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Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books, printers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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Check out the area

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Old Lyme, CT
  • Popular LocationGoose Island3 min drive
  • Popular LocationEssex Steam Train9 min drive
  • Popular LocationRocky Neck State Park20 min drive
  • AirportNew London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)31 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 8
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 3
    Shower
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bathtub

Room options

About the neighborhood

Old Lyme

In Old Lyme .You'll find Goose Island and Florence Griswold Museum within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Also, Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine is within 3 miles (5 km) and Dinosaur State Park is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Goose Island - 3 min drive
  • Florence Griswold Museum - 5 min drive
  • Dinosaur State Park - 7 min drive
  • Essex Steam Train - 9 min drive
  • Rocky Neck State Park - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 11 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mystic Market Kitchen and Eatery - 7 min drive
  • Starbucks - 8 min drive
  • Burger King - 8 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 10 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art

Beautiful mid-century modern glass and wood house in the forest, featuring tranquil designer spaces and continuously updated amenities.
With only 2 hours from New York City and Boston, by train or by car, this is the ideal sanctuary for a perfect getaway. Minimum 2 nights during fall through spring months, 3 to 5-nights minimum in the summer months.
The space
Bright and modern home built in 1977 with contemporary clean lines and interesting architectural details. There are lots of rooms, 2,580 sqf. of them, on several split levels offering the perfect balance between open living and intimate spaces. The many walls of glass make you feel that you are part of the surrounding nature yet the modern decor and amenities provide for all the luxuries you deserve. Complete privacy is guaranteed by the surrounding trees and 3,8 acres of land.

The Bedrooms (3 queen rooms, 1 open gallery queen bed & 1 convertible single sleeper sofa):

> The large master queen bedroom with fireplace and sitting area
> The second bedroom with a queen bed and en-suite bathroom; both bedrooms are on the upper floor with lots of natural daylight and an airy feel.
> The third queen bedroom is on the lower level and is newly renovated featuring its own patio and direct access to the lawn.
> The upper floor office space has an additional queen size bed, it is an open gallery towards the main floor’s kitchen dining area.
> The media room on the main floor features a convertible single sleeper sofa.

Three queen rooms come as a standard set up and are for up to 6 guests, the additional sleeping options are set up based on request and at an extra charge, maximum number of guests sleeping at the property are 8.

The brand new Bathrooms (3.5 of them)
All the bathrooms have been fully remodeled, combining luxurious elegance with 21st century style.

> The master bathroom has double sinks and a large walk-in rain forest shower and serves the master the gallery conversion rooms
> The second upper level bathroom features rain forest shower and is the en-suite to the second bedroom.
> The third bathroom, on the lower level has just been completely renovated also with rainforest shower and serves the lower level bedroom.
> The half is next to the main entrance and is a stylish and well-designed powder room with toilet and sink.

Living & Dining
The centerpiece of the property is the large living room with a beautiful fireplace, a designer sofa, arm chairs and a rocking chair. A split level up is the dining area with designer lighting seating 8 very comfortably. The sun room, adjacent to the living room, is ideal for aperitifs or a quiet read and leads onto the outdoor patio for dining, BBQs or lounging.
The kitchen is equipped with all the modern appliances one would expect, it has lots of natural daylight and is spacious enough for a serious team cook out, adjacent is the kitchen dining area, seating 6 to 8. This area features 3 sides of glass walls and leads onto the surrounding patio, this is our favorite place to enjoy breakfast.

Other Perks
1/4 mile driveway off the main road CT-156 and Saunders Hollow Road ensures absolute calm and total privacy.
Outdoor parking space for up to 4 cars, with one drive way towards the main entrance and another driveway on the patio side for flat level entry into the house.
Media room with large 50" smart TV with Xfinity, Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime.
Separate office area if you must catch up on emails, although wireless is available throughout the house and the outdoors.
Guest access
Guests have access to all the rooms and facilities of the house and the surroundings including outdoor patio, charcoal grill, and 3.8 acres of forest.
Other things to note
Who should stay:
Ideal for couples of all genres, groups of friends, families with teenage or older children, architect and design admirers, adventurists, nature and outdoor sports lovers.

Not so ideal for families with very young children, elderly or physically challenged people as there are many stairs throughout the house. No parties with more than 10 house guests.

Property manager

Christoph Oberli

Languages

French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children to be accompanied by adults at all times

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.7 mi (32-min drive) away from the New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi (15-min drive) from Harvey's Beach and 8.4 mi (17-min drive) from Chalker Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art to downtown Old Lyme?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Old Lyme.

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