Entire home

Gather your family at this country estate

Photo gallery for Gather your family at this country estate

Interior
Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

View map
Watertown, CT
  • Place, Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Bethlehem Historical Society Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, The Christmas Shop
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

About the area

Watertown

At this holiday home, you'll be 4.3 km (2.6 mi) from Long Meadow Pond and 5.5 km (3.4 mi) from Old Bethlehem Historical Society Museum. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen and a washing machine. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a living room and a TV. A kitchen, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Watertown holiday home include Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden and The Christmas Shop.

What's nearby

  • Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Old Bethlehem Historical Society Museum - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • The Christmas Shop - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Little Art Shop - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Abbey of Regina Laudis - 10 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Popey's Ice Cream - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Echo Craft Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Grill - ‬9 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.

Gather your family at this country estate

This property is set in the countryside across from Judd Farm Day Camp this is one of the properties of "Watertown Country Estates". Minutes to Taft, Rumsey Hall & The Gun School. There is room to accommodate a group for a family holiday or special occasion..
1) Enterprise class internet
2) Four grocery store 2 of which deliver
3) 10 minutes to Bantam lake for swimming
4) Rooms have Wifi & AC units
5) The house sleeps 14
6) There is a laundry
7) Multiple restaurants in town for pickup or delivery
The property can easily accommodate a large family (or a work team) that wants to get together in comfort and style in a lovely, quiet, country setting. With 4 generous-size bedrooms upstairs, a library with 2 additional full-sized beds, small study table, couch, and a second TV, a family room with a fireplace and a living room with a piano (and sleeper sofa), there's lots of options for a group up to 14 (or more with some prior approval and planning). It is on 33 acres, but only 10 minutes straight down the road to town, providing excellent shopping and restaurant choices nearby (and many offer home delivery).

Judd Farm was completely redecorated December 2017, and thoughtful improvements are continuously being added. The kitchen appliances have since been updated summer of 2021.

We have also added a bright and open banquet-style space in the large garage area which could seat up to 30 (subject to prior approval and local restrictions).

The dining room is decorated in country French style, with 6 chairs but capacity to seat more if desired (folding chairs stored in the porch closet). The hutch and buffet has an assortment of serving platters and vessels, as well as linens, silver flatware and various serving pieces. In the garage is a grill that can be wheeled to the driveway for guests' use, along with banquet tables and additional chairs.

The family room has 2 large, comfortable sofas and a raised hearth fireplace. Firewood is available, but if you are unfamiliar with starting or tending a fireplace, we ask that you please do ask for assistance and information: smoke and fumes are dangerous to people and property! The 42" HDTV gives you a choice of Amazon, Netflix, or HBO.

There are drapes in family room that may be closed at night for privacy and heat retention. It would be thoughtful to also close the drapes on the porch to help conserve fossil fuel, thanks!.

The most convenient entry is straight through the garage, so we provide a key to the garage (which opens the left side). To lock it you have to move the door up and down a little bit. The other key opens the side porch. If it is snowy and wet you should use the garage entrance. There is no walkway yet to the porch door.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Bring towels and linen to the porch area.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Gather your family at this country estate?

The closest beach to Gather your family at this country estate is Lake Waramaug State Park (19.9 km).

Does Gather your family at this country estate have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gather your family at this country estate?

No, Gather your family at this country estate does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gather your family at this country estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Gather your family at this country estate Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

Nice large rustic home in quiet area. Plenty of space of space for all 8 of us .
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication

Family reunion

once we were able to gain access which took some time, we were pleasantly welcomed and comforted by the charm of this gorgeous farm house. It had everything we needed and more! The beds are extremely comfortable anthehoiiiiisisspspacious yet
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place was amazing!!

Best VRBO experience I have ever had and it’s not even close. The home is even been than what you see on the pictures which is extremely rare. The property is beautiful and clean with a wonderful backyard and a bunch of space (including a fire pit and a nice grill). Additionally, the host, Faye, was an absolute pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend this place to anyone!!! 5/5 stars
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant and convenient

This is an older home with charm. Lots of room, and while just six of us stayed, it appears more could be accommodated with inflatable mattresses. We enjoyed sitting outside by the simple fire pit one night. I would encourage the owners to put an outside light in the back as I stumbled on the stairs twice but that’s really the only issue. We are so sorry we misplaced one of the two keys,please send us a bill for a copy if you don’t find it. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointed

The pictures of “the county estate” on Vrbo were beautiful. The reviews that we read sounded great. I love old houses and decided it would be a great place to get away for a few days with our growing family and all be under one roof. Our stay was anything but beautiful. The host was unhelpful, unresponsive and unkind. The house was dirty. The bed’s uncomfortable, soiled and foul smelling. The bathrooms unhygienic, and the kitchen unsanitary. Without going into detail, the final straw was expecting us to pay extra money for snow removal. Our family has traveled all over the world and never encountered the conditions we did this past week. Disappointed doesn’t come close to expressing the experience we had and we will be a lot more cautious about where we choose to stay in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025