Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art | House in Old Lyme
4 Bedroom House in Old Lyme
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.
Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art is located in Old Lyme. Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art has 4 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Old Lyme has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Old Lyme, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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3+ bathrooms
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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Shampoo
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Bed sheets provided
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4 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Lobster/crab pot
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Blender
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Oven
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Toaster
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Near the beach
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Wheelchair-accessible parking available
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Wheelchair-accessible parking
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4 on-site accessible parking spaces
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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No elevators
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Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Books
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Smart TV
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Energy-saving switches
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Recycling
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Comprehensive recycling policy
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Unit size: 2720 sq ft (253 sq m)
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Reusable coffee/tea filters
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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French
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German
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On the lake
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Printer
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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WiFi available
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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