Spacious family home with open floor plan...close to lake and clubhouse!
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
The Woodridge Retreat is a spacious, pet-free family home set on over an acre of wooded land in a peaceful community at Woodridge Lake in Connecticut. The home is designed around an inviting open floor plan that aims to feel both elegant and cozy, with a maximum occupancy of up to eight people. It is smoke-free indoors, with smoking permitted only on the screened porch, deck, and front stoop.
Layout & Sleeping Arrangements
Sleeping space is arranged across multiple levels: a main-floor primary bedroom with an en-suite bath, two bedrooms upstairs, and a loft/common area with a queen sofa bed when needed. Family-focused essentials include a crib, washer, heating and air conditioning, and an ironing board. For downtime, the house also includes cable TV and free Wi-Fi.
Outdoor Living & Seasonal Comforts
A screened porch and adjoining deck are set up for relaxing and outdoor dining in warmer months, complemented by a patio and fire pit for autumn evenings. In winter, guests can gather around a wood-burning fireplace. The property also includes free parking and a kitchen equipped with an oven/stove, microwave, and other core cooking basics.
Woodridge Lake Access & Community Amenities (Long Stays)
Lake and community amenities are available only for stays of two weeks or more (and require registration with the WLPOA office, plus parking and associated fees, and adherence to community rules). Eligible renters can access the lakefront clubhouse and marina, four beaches, eight tennis courts (four clay and four hard), a pool, gym/fitness center, basketball court, and playground. Extras available at guests’ own risk include two kayaks (with paddles and PFDs), two bikes with helmets, and golf clubs, along with beach gear and a gas barbecue.
Area Highlights & Nearby Dining
The home is in Goshen, Litchfield County, in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains, well suited to scenic drives and outdoor exploration such as hiking, biking routes, waterfalls, and winter skiing at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area. Nearby dining options in the area include Goshen Pizza (about 3.8 km), The Milk and Honey Grill (about 3.8 km), AJ's Steak & Pizza (about 4.5 km), and Lost Fox Inn (about 7.2 km). Regional airport options include Bradley International Airport (about 48.7 km), Tweed New Haven Airport (about 66.9 km), and Westchester County Airport (about 90.6 km).
Best for
This home best suits families or multi-generational groups who want a spacious layout (main-floor primary suite plus upstairs bedrooms and a loft with a queen sofa bed) and at-home conveniences like a full kitchen, washer, Wi-Fi, and outdoor living areas. It is also a strong fit for longer summer stays (two weeks or more) focused on Woodridge Lake and the community’s beaches, pool, tennis courts, clubhouse, gym, and playground.
Travel tips
A car is strongly recommended for this rural Litchfield County location and for reaching nearby towns such as Litchfield and Bantam (about 6–7 miles) and shopping in Torrington (under 10 miles). Note the stay rules: a two-night minimum applies generally, and a two-week minimum applies June 1 through September 30; lake/clubhouse amenities are only available on stays of two weeks or more with WLPOA registration and fees. Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at the home.
What guests say
Guest feedback highlights that the home is well equipped for a comfortable stay, suggesting strong provisioning of household items and kitchen essentials. Reviewers also note thoughtful, seasonal touches in the decor (including holiday/Christmas setup). With a 5/5 public rating across 61 reviews, sentiment is consistently very positive in the available excerpts, with no recurring complaints described in the provided material.
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