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Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Onsite parking, car required

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Washington, CT
  • Lake Waramaug
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hopkins Vineyard
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lake Waramaug State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

New Preston

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Mount Bushnell State Park and Lake Waramaug. Also, Hopkins Vineyard is within 3 miles (5 km) and Lake Waramaug State Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Waramaug - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mount Bushnell State Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hopkins Vineyard - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Lake Waramaug State Park - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Steep Rock Preserve - 14 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Appalachian Trail - 37 min drive
  • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Horse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Warren General - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Community Table - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hopkins Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kent Falls Brewing - ‬7 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.

Private Annex/Former Artist Studio

Come and dream of your life as an artist! This beautiful retreat was once an artist's studio and Marc Chagall's respite from NY.
Newly renovated; bright, clean and well decorated. This suite is quiet and separate from the owners converted barn home.
Great hiking and biking and shopping nearby.
The leaves are turning - this is a fabulous base for your leaf peeping adventures or for parent weekends at the local boarding schools.
Access to Lake Waramaug with the owners beach pass. Bring your bikes, your kayak and your hiking shoes.
Wine bar and excellent restaurants nearby.

Property manager

Melanie Baublis

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO smoking of any substance in the rooms.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a lake

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 27

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Must be friendly dogs. We have dogs.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Accompanied by parents 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 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 and a deadbolt lock
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Private Annex/former Artist Studo
Private Annex/former Artist Studio New Preston
Private Annex/former Artist Studio Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Annex/Former Artist Studio to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.9 mi (35-min drive) away from the Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Annex/Former Artist Studio have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Annex/Former Artist Studio to the beach?

This vacation home is 3.3 mi (6-min drive) from Lake Waramaug State Park.

Does Private Annex/Former Artist Studio offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Annex/Former Artist Studio have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private Annex/Former Artist Studio have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Annex/Former Artist Studio to downtown New Preston?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from New Preston.

Private Annex/Former Artist Studio Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint studio

We enjoyed our stay with Melanie and Gary. The space is nicely decorated and comfortable. The hosts were very responsive. The wine and biscotti welcome gifts were delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner greeted us the first night. Very pleasant and super friendly. The space is beautiful and the fact that it was once an artist's studio for me made it even more special. The nearby lake is gorgeous. We brought our dog and she was very relaxed and comfortable for the stay. I thoroughly enjoyed the property and our mini vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent choice for our leaf peeping girls trip. Tge property was just perfect for our needs. Melanie and Gary were very helpful and hospitable. We would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

david l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay!

We had a wonderful 3 night stay in the Artist Annex! Everyrhing was jus
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Restorative Retreat in the Berkshires!

We enjoyed our restorative stay at Chagall’s Retreat in New Preston. Melanie and Gary were amazing hosts: we were welcomed with delicious cookies and a bottle of wine! The studio was well appointed and we had a great time walking the boardwalk at White Memorial (excellent suggestion of Melanie’s): our French bulldog had a great time too! Thank uou
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L., Oak Park

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming 2 bedroom

Everything was inviting, lovely, charming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage in the trees

Melanie's guest unit was perfect for my stay with my two children. Close to the lake, beautiful/quiet neighborhood. Everything we hoped for. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you Melanie!

Thank you so much Melanie.......the place was beautiful and perfect for us. We visited so many cool shops and restaurants, the lake, the Washington Green, etc. We even enjoyed the rain because we don't get to experience it much in Vegas. :) Again, thank you for making our stay memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

jodi c.

Liked: Cleanliness

MDW Break in the woods

Melanie and Gary are lovely hosts! Their place is a special little gem in the woods near New Preston. And they have some friendly pups and delicious chocolate chip cookies! :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Preston Charm + Warm Welcome =Christmas Unforgettable Stay

This charming 2-bedroom New Preston apartment was the perfect escape! Cozy rooms welcomed us with peace and comfort, melting away city stress. Host Melanie's warm smile and delicious homemade cookies added a personal touch that made our stay truly heartwarming. Reconnecting with nature was easy - breathtaking scenery, quiet streets, and a nearby lake offered peaceful beauty. This wasn't just a place to stay, it was an experience we'll treasure. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ P.S. too bad I forgot Ask Melanie for the cookie recipe, were delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to relax and recharge!

The Artist Annex was just what I was looking for: a perfect little getaway to recharge my batteries for a few days. Melanie and Gary (as well as their adorable dogs) were gracious and accommodating hosts, and the space was bright and airy with a perfect deck for coffee in the a.m. and wine in the evening (chipmunk visitors aplenty)! The complimentary bottle of wine and delish chocolate chip cookies were a perfect touch! Great places nearby for hiking, and plenty of sights to explore. Definitely check out The Smithy Cafe at 9 Main, The Owl Wine Bar and White Horse Pub. All of the locals I met along the way were so friendly and New Preston itself was quaint and picturesque. Would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

Great property great location wonderful day
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

George C., Burbank

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect 5-star VRBO retreat

Loved our stay at Chagall's retreat. We were in town over Memorial Day weekend for a friend's birthday and luckily found Melanie's guesthouse nearby. Convenient location, walking distance to the lake, beautiful surroundings, extremely comfortable and very clean and quiet. Loved the adjacent patio surrounded by nature. Easy access and parking. The home-made cookies were an unexpected bonus. Melanie was welcoming and friendly, and had great recommendations for restaurants etc. 100% would stay again next time in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Flirtation Stay

Lovely property. GREAT chocolate chip cookies. Easy from our main visiting location at the Frederick Gunn School.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alla R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home

Lovely home and lovely hosts. Location is ideal to all this beautiful area has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

laurie l., maplewood, usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful!

A charming apartment close to Lake Waramug and the tiny village of New Preston. The space is light and airy. From the piles of sumptuous towels to the fabulous homemade cookies it's perfect spot for a long weekend (or more), The kitchen is small but quite serviceable. there is no living room per se but there is a lovely deck which was even better. Melanie could not have been a more warm and gracious host. We hope to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice get away spot

My wife, two children and I stayed for a long weekend. It was great! It was minutes from the town boat launch and we had blast boating on the lake. We also went to Kent falls, it was about a 15 minute drive. The area is so quiet and peaceful. We will be going back soon! James
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

Very nice property. Hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brette S., Cincinnati, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

We had an amazing long girls weekend! We visited lots of local wineries, hiked, and went to a Drive-In across the NY border. The property was great and we had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennette K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend getaway

Nice quiet location with everything we needed for a weekend getaway. Appreciated the homemade cookies and bottle of wine that Melanie left for us. Everything was clean & comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jane G., Gloucester, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

a beautiful respite

We loved the cottage and the owners were very responsive to any of our questions. Only concern was that the skylights let in light and I'm sensitive to light so woke up earlier than I wanted to in the morning. On the other hand it was great to be up when the rest of the world was quiet. We got to see a bear!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abner O.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful stay!

My wife and I had a great few days at this cozy suite. Very quiet and comfy, with lots of natural light and a patio for meals. Easy access to the Lake Waramaug beach; the towns of New Preston, Washington, and Kent; and hiking and biking. We even went over to the Storm King Art Center for one morning - an easy drive. Melanie, the owner, was incredibly responsive. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hulon N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Romantic Studio with Nature At the Front Door

Each night of our stay the moon shined brightly and could be seen through the sky lights that adorned the ceiling of Melanie's and Gary's quaint and romantic space, a former artist studio. The space had plenty of room for me, my spouse, and Piper, our beloved family pet, and we greatly appreciated the complimentary bottle of wine and flowers that welcomed us to the studio. The hosts provided us with plenty of privacy and space to enjoy their lovely studio which connected to their beautiful home. The hosts were accessible via text and Melanie responded instantly in response to questions or requests for restaurant and hiking suggestions. We learned that nature in the form of numerous conservation areas were abundant and within an easy drive of the property. Our favorite was the Hidden Valley Preserve where we hiked several of the trails which spanned from easy to moderate difficulty and traversed along the river and rose to elevations that allowed spectacular views of the surrounding valley. We look forward to returning to the area and will definitely book Melanie's and Gary's wonderful space again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

Great place for a short getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful part of the world.

Property was accurately described. Hosts were gracious. Beautiful neighborhood and area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021