Visitors to Washington can enjoy this beautiful New England region by exploring Mount Bushnell State Park during the autumn to take in the changing of the leaves, traveling the wine trail with its many vineyards including acclaimed Spring Hill Vineyards, shopping at charming boutiques, and dining at unique dining establishments. They can also spend quality time on Lake Waramaug swimming, boating, tubing, and relaxing on the beaches with their families as well as visiting nearby orchards during the fruit harvesting season where they will be able to pick fruit from the trees and take their bounty in baskets to enjoy at home. To be able to explore the area hassle-free and to enhance the experience, visitors can enjoy staying in local vacation rentals. Please check out the listings below, of the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Washington, Connecticut, prior to booking your vacation to this stunning location.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Cozy country getaway with screening room (from USD 1532)
After a day exploring Preston Falls and the surrounding nature trails, choose a DVD from the video library to view while relaxing in the private screening room. Visitors will also enjoy, after exploring the nearby galleries, shops, farm stands, and trails, the chance to sit on the spacious patio or take a swim in the pool out back. Families or large groups will enjoy the open concept of the living room and dining area being connected to the fully equipped kitchen where they can gather together to eat meals and relax after a day spent exploring the local area. Complimentary amenities for guests to use during their stay include a fitness room, Wifi, laundry facilities, parking, and air conditioning.
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The screened in porch off the living room was a favorite hang outI cook all the time and the kitchen was very well-equippedThe first floor has an open kitchen that connects to a great room which encompasses the dining area and living roomThe pool is very large and my children loved using it everydayThere is also a top of the line grill on the deck off the kitchen along with a smokerCleanliness:
We found the house squeeky cleanProperty is absolutely lovely impeccably maintained and extremely cleanHost:
We fell in love from the first viewingLynette was a most thoughtful & responsive hostThe owner was very easy to work with and always responded promptlyhiking trails restaurants and moreyou can tell they care deeply about both the property as well as sharing their home with visitorsRead more reviewsLocation:
Washington is a sweet little sleepy villageThe linens were top notchLoved this beautiful country house everything was perfectWe enjoyed every aspect of this propertyWe also found some great local lakes to swim in and lots of other secret spots like the Arethusa ice-cream store in Bantam owned by the Manolo Blahnik guys We loved this home and couldn't give a st...
2. Colonial-style country retreat (from USD 500)
After an afternoon spent picking one of the 40 varieties of peaches from Starberry Farm, return home with a basket in hand and sit out back on the picnic table enjoying the fresh produce or enjoy preparing a delicious peach cobbler or pie in the fully stocked kitchen. Guests can enjoy the chirping of the frogs, deer wandering into the spacious backyard, and local songbirds during their stay at this country retreat. After a day spent kayaking, paddleboarding, or swimming in Lake Waramaug, sit back and relax on the spacious upstairs patio enjoying a tall glass of ice tea or lemonade. Guests will enjoy having amenities to take advantage of, such as a fireplace during cooler months, air conditioning for warmer months, Wifi, plenty of parking, and laundry facilities to use during their stay.
3. Historic estate with pool and pond (from USD 1290)
Visitors will enjoy being secluded on this massive acreage with surrounding nature trails and award-winning wineries as Spring Hill and Hopkins vineyards just a short distance from the property. After spending time checking out the galleries and boutiques in town, come home and soak up the sun in the solarium or on one of the loungers beside the large pool area out back. Visitors will enjoy using the his and hers sinks in the spacious bathroom with large glass shower and marble decor. Complimentary provisions available to guests include Wifi, parking, laundry facilities, and a spacious kitchen accented with stainless steel appliances and marble countertops to prepare meals during their visit.
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the pool the property and the views are just gorgeousawesome kitchen great space and large propertythe beds were all comfy with nice sheets and towelsCleanliness:
the house was beautifully decorated and we found everything clean and pleasantRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect private & scenic location for our large familya great place to rest and relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city
4. Secluded riverfront oasis (from USD 349)
After a day spent exploring Tom State Park or wine tasting along the Connecticut wine trail, guests can enjoy returning to their country cottage where they can take a nap on the hammock or sit out on Adirondack chairs in the backyard while enjoying the sound of the rushing water of the Bantam River. Visitors can enjoy preparing meals in the fully equipped kitchen and enjoying them al fresco on the spacious outdoor patio surrounded by plenty of lush greenery. If visiting during the changing of the leaves during the autumn months, guests will be able to curl up with a warm drink beside the fireplace while lounging on the leather furniture in the living room. Complimentary provisions for guests to use during their stay include Wifi, laundry facilities, and parking in the spacious driveway.
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kathy is the ultimate host who is responsive to questions and gracious with her help
5. Country retreat with spacious pool area (from USD 1164)
Visitors to Washington will enjoy staying in this newly renovated country retreat within striking distance of the beautiful nature park, trails, vineyards, shops, and restaurants. After a day checking out the beautiful surrounding area’s lakes and forests, return home and spend time relaxing at the spacious pool area or dining al fresco on one of the spacious patios while sitting on the white wicker furniture. Those staying in the master suite will enjoy being able to enjoy their breakfast on their private patio while basking in the morning sun before starting their day of activity. Guests can enjoy complimentary features such as a pool and ping pong tables, a hot tub where they can stargaze in the evenings, Wifi, a fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and parking space for their vehicle.
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The house was great and worked well for my family and grandkids Lots of room comfortable bedsCleanliness:
The house is very clean and full of entertainment for family even during winter timeHost:
Steve was very helpful in the reservation and with all info requiredso we even got to sled on the hillRead more reviewsLocation:
A great place to be and convenient to a quaint area Thank you for sharing this wonderful house with us
6. Country escape with private movie room (from USD 1633)
After spending a day strolling through the wildflower-filled meadows of Hidden Valley Preserve, enjoy relaxing on the spacious patio or taking a quick dip in the pool. Visitors can enjoy sleeping in the master bedroom which includes a sitting room off to the side, an ensuite bathroom with soaker tub and double granite counter tops, and hardwood floors. Families can enjoy watching movies in the private screening room as well as taking out the bicycles provided to enjoy the nearby trails and waterfall. Amenities for guests to enjoy during their stay include Wifi, parking, and a fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances, cozy living room, and spacious dining room to enjoy meals together at the end of the day.
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The kitchen is great to cook in the living areas are huge and have cozy furnitureThere is a charming pool house with 3 bedrooms living room and kitchenEach night we cooked huge meals in the fully-equipt kitchen and ten of us ate in the impressive dining roomIt was snowing and cold outsideWe did jigsaw puzzles in the huge living room and (attempted to) play the grand pianoHost:
Also we could not have been happier with our choice to hire Chef Joseph Hoffman to do our big birthday mealThe owner is very accommodating Would love to make it a yearly tradition:)the owner who made all the logistics and transactions around the rental incredibly straight forward and pleasant Thank you for making yourself so available for the warm welcome at the house and ...eating and hang-out Ping pong table was a huge hit for kidsI can't say enough positive things about our experience with him - a pleasure to work with from beginning to end absolutely amazing meal and so open and able to fit with the vibe/style our family...Read more reviewsLocation:
Mt Tom went to get pumpkins at March Farms and finished with a walk around the Litchfield BoardwalkThe grounds are great and picturesque at every turn good for adventure and the trampoline was a hityou could possibly need loved using the fire place
7. Country cottage with pool (from USD 949)
After a day spent exploring the nearby vineyards, return home to your beautiful cottage escape in the country and spend time cooling off in the pool or resting under an umbrella on the spacious backyard patio. Visitors will enjoy the proximity to nature preserves, shops, restaurants, and farms while enjoying a peaceful countryside retreat at the same time. Visitors checking out the beautiful changing colors of the forests in Mount Bushnell State Park during the autumn will enjoy returning home to warm up in front of the fireplace. Guests will enjoy preparing meals in the fully stocked kitchen, using the onsite laundry facilities, and having plenty of space to park their vehicle while staying in Washington.
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right outside the front doorI would say the only downside was the excessive iron in the waterso we had to buy our drinking water though many might not mind the tasteHost:
Great walks in all directionsOwner is very friend and easy to message/contactThe pool was a refreshing and necessary retreat in the heatRead more reviewsLocation:
Beautiful and quaint rustic New England cottage in a lovely and tranquil woodsy rural area set on substantial propertyThe house sits on a quiet road with access to nice peaceful walks and bike rides
8. Lakeside cottage with stunning views (from USD 300)
After spending time picking fruit at the surrounding farms, return home and pull up a chair on the patio to enjoy the cool breeze coming from the lake. There is a cute sleeping cottage in the backyard for those traveling with large parties besides the spacious main cottage for visitors to use. Enjoy walking a short distance to Lake Waramaug to participate in canoeing, paddleboarding, fishing, and swimming during your visit. Guests will have access to complimentary Wifi, a fully stocked kitchen, laundry facilities, and plenty of parking space for their vehicle.
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Beautiful views of the sunset from the deckGreat location on lake and beautiful filtered lake views from the deckHost:
Our kids had a blast on the lake kayaking swimming and hikingRead more reviewsLocation:
swimming and hiking Local shopsModern comforts in a classic summer cottagegreat restaurants and golfing are all close bygreat restaurants and golfing are all close by Beautiful views of the sunset from the deck
Exploring colonial Connecticut
From looking back at history, including the American Revolution at the Gunn Memorial Museum to exploring Washington and its surrounding charming villages, there is no shortage of interesting locales for visitors to experience. The state parks offer visitors a chance to connect with nature while visiting the villages, farms, and vineyards provide visitors the opportunity to connect with the locals of each community. No matter what time of year, visitors will be able to check out this beautiful colonial city and its surrounding area while staying at some of the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Washington, Connecticut.
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