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Step into this charming historic hideaway by the lake and unwind in a 1760s home with storybook charm. Warm up by the original fireplace or enjoy a glass of wine on the oversized patio, just steps from kayaking and swimming at nearby Lake.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Historic Hideaway with Lake Access!

Escape from the busy day-to-day at this charming historic hideaway by the lake. The home, circa 1760s, boasts all the storybook charm you could dream of, combined with a functional and tasteful modern touch. Enjoy a fire in the original fireplace, a glass of wine on the oversized patio, a quick walk to the lake for a swim or kayak adventure (just 300 feet away) or explore the area's many attractions and food spots. A true country retreat awaits.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Wind energy

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Note from host: Inquire prior to reservation, pet fee applies

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses wind and solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

South Salem is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seth Low Pierrepont State Park and Bennett's Pond State Park, while Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center and Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Danbury Ice Arena or Danbury Sports Dome. Visit our South Salem travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Wolf Conservation Center
    4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Four winds
    5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center
    7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum
    8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Ridgefield Playhouse
    9 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Brewster Train Station
    23 min drive
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bobo’s Cafe
    10 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    10 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    6 min drive
  • Deborah Ann's Sweet Shoppe
    8 min drive
  • Prime Burger
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Hideaway with Lake Access! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Hideaway with Lake Access!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Hideaway with Lake Access!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Hideaway with Lake Access! located?

Situated in South Salem, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Four winds, Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center, and Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum. Mamanasco Beach and Ridgefield Playhouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Historic Hideaway with Lake Access! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay! Very attentive hosts, nice location for a wedding that brought us to town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! We loved this historic home and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

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

Enjoyable Weekend

The home was clean and the area is beautiful! It was a wonderful experience staying in a historic home and the owners were fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

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

Great spot

We were in town for work for the week and found this site online. Great spot, nice a quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian L.

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

Exactly what we needed

We had a great stay at this fascinating historic house! The house is exactly as described and the hosts were incredibly responsive, even to a last minute request to extend our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

diana g.

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

Quaint historical home.

So much character in this home! A lot of room to spread out. Comfy beds too!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy M.

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

Thanksgiving 2024

Overall, very nice historic home. Very clean, perfect location for our family holiday, wonderful mattresses on all beds, well stocked kitchen with all cooking necessities. Good communication with owners who promptly helped to rectify a few issues. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay in this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

Fantastic house

We came up to the area to visit family for the weekend and this house was absolutely perfect for our family. Old house but very charming and extremely clean and well kept. Already recommended to family and will definitely stay here again when we visit. Usually very difficult to find a place with our two young boys but this house was extremely spacious and had that rustic vibe with modern upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Spotless & Comfortable

The house was very comfortable, extremely clean and extremely well organized. Dan, my host, was easy to communicate with and prompt with his responses. I would highly recommend this home, but then it might be booked next time I wish to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Hidden Gem

We had our daughter’s wedding in the area and needed somewhere for our famiily to stay. The house has alot of charm and is definetly an old house and best for adults. There are definetly 4 bedrooms as described in the house description with accesa to a beach/lake. This was a perfect location for us and a space we could relax between events
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was such a fun place to stay with my family who live in the area but we always have a hard time fitting. We all fit comfortably. It is a well maintained antique home with lots of nice features. The kids had a blast playing hide and seek. The house is very clean and plenty of linens and towels. Kitchen is set up well for a rental. Communication was fantastic. Instructions were easy and clear. I would highly recommend this place. Great little markets nearby and a lovely quiet neighborhood. Safe to go for a run around the lake. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

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

Christmas House

We had our family Christmas at the house, adults & a 5 year old & 2 year old. The house is a mix of modern & very old and worked very well for us with enough space for games and quiet coloring.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

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

Super charming in south salem!

This was such a unique stay! We weren’t sure what we would find in south salem, but this home was perfect for our long weekend visiting family. It was a little warm outside, so we were a little nervous how comfortable we would be in this historic home; but the hosts prepared ACs for all the bedrooms and living spaces - amazing! The exterior of the property is well lit and spacious, so our dogs were happy. We even saw some deer. The home was stocked with all the basics (the coffee was great!) and overall very cozy. I wish we had time for the lake, but hopefully we will be back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Home away from home

What a fantastic stay! A wonderful home with rustic old world charm surrounded by nature, it was quiet/peaceful yet close enough to everything you would need. Immediately upon entering the home the space was so comfortable and inviting!!! The host was amazing in providing clear and concise information for checking in, house rules and what was available in the surrounding area. The communication and responses were immediate. I would recommend this property and would DEFINITELY stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, quiet location, convenient to grocery and nearby towns. House has a lot of older charm with good heating and appliance upgrades.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John p.

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

Great place to stay

We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

natalie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic Hideaway was perfect stay while we were in town for a wedding. It is definitely a historic house. We loved it. The bedding was nice and the mattresses in all the rooms appeared newish and were very comfortable. It has large common spaces to gather and visit or watch tv. We did not cook, but the kitchen seemed well-appointed and having coffee and tea available was nice. And an electric corkscrew - who could ask for more!Because it is an old house it has short ceilings and door frames which gave us much enjoyment watching my 6'4" son maneuver through the house - he didn't bonk his head once! I would highly recommend this property if you are in the South Salem area. Our wedding was at Le Chateau, which was less than a 5 minute drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

July 2024

Wonderful property with plenty of historic charm and quirks. All the modern conveniences necessary for me and my husband to work remote while also hosting a few family friends for a reunion.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald T.

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

Rustic getaway near civilization

This house is rustic but has all the modern amenities, with 4 true bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. It suited our family nicely. The house has the most ingenious storage nooks and crannies and a "historic" feel, but no cobwebs. It is very well-situated near a lake and 2 minutes from a small diner / store and gas station. We would definitely consider coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Gary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Lovely rental, BUT…..

Upon arrival late Friday afternoon for a 2 night stay, we were confronted with a snow and ice covered stone walkway that was not adequately cleared from a snowfall that occurred 2 days prior. This presented a very dangerous situation since it was a lengthy ( about 100+ foot long ) uneven stone walkway. During our booking process property manager was emailed that we were traveling for a wedding with a 91 year old and an infant. Overnight another snowfall occurred. On Saturday morning, texted property manager inquiring about a snow shovel. Informed that rental had no shovel but there was a store 5 minutes away if I wanted to buy a shovel and would be reimbursed. It is the owners responsibility to provide safe access and egress to their property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025