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

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books, printers
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Escape to the serene woods and unwind in this beautifully designed mid-century modern glass and wood house. With its tranquil spaces, bright natural light, and stunning forest views through walls of glass, you'll feel connected to nature while enjoying luxurious amenities like a fireplace-lit living room, spacious kitchen with dining area seating 6-8 people under three sides of glass walls. Explore the outdoors on 3.8 acres of land or relax on your private patio.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8253 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

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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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 2,720 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Old Lyme, CT

What's nearby

  • Goose Island - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Florence Griswold Museum - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Essex Steam Train - 10 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Harvey's Beach - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Essex Island Marina - 12 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee’s Country Market & Catering - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Griswold Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Drift - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Surfridge Brewing Co. - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Goose Island and within 3 mi (5 km) of Florence Griswold Museum and Old Lyme Historical Society. Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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