Sunny Ridge - Best Town & Estate 2 Hrs NYC, Heated Pool, Restaurants, PoshPadsCT
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Sunny Ridge - Best Town & Estate 2 Hrs NYC is a large, luxury country-estate rental in Washington, Connecticut, set on 14 acres in the Sunny Ridge Historic District. The property is described as a meticulously restored 17,000-square-foot home designed for multi-family or group stays, with extensive indoor and outdoor entertaining space. It is part of the PoshPadsCT portfolio serving Washington and nearby Roxbury in rural Litchfield County.
Bedrooms & Interior Spaces
The estate offers 8 oversized bedrooms, including two guest suites and maid’s quarters. Interior spaces include two living rooms, two recreation rooms, a billiard room, a screening room, a wood-paneled library, a sun room, a wine cellar, and multiple large fireplaces. A gourmet, atrium sky-lit kitchen anchors the home, alongside a large party room designed for sizable gatherings.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site amenities include an oversized heated outdoor pool, fitness center, patio/stone terraces, and a large landscaped grounds setup that includes formal gardens, a croquet/badminton lawn, a pond, and fruit trees (including notable silver maples). Practical in-home conveniences include air conditioning and heating, free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, free parking, a washer, and a full kitchen with oven/stove and microwave, plus an ironing board. The home is smoke-free, kid-friendly, and pet-friendly.
Services & Comfort Features
The property is positioned as a luxury stay with hotel-like comfort touches such as Frette pressed cotton sheets, plush towels and bathrobes, and down featherbeds, comforters, and pillows. Optional services mentioned include maid service, dry-cleaning, and catering, with massage services available upon request. A central alarm system is also noted across the owner’s Washington/Roxbury homes.
Location & Nearby Highlights
Washington, CT is described as a scenic, historic Litchfield County destination about a two-hour drive from New York City, known for restaurants, spas, antique shops, art galleries, boutiques, farms, vineyards, distilleries, and orchards. Outdoor recreation in the wider area includes nature preserves, Lake Waramaug, and the Shepaug River, plus access to Mohawk and Sundown Ski Areas, Lime Rock Raceway, and Quassy Amusement Park (all noted as a short drive). Nearby dining options include G.W. Tavern (~3.5 km), Painted Pony Restaurant (~6.0 km), Nick’s Country Kitchen (~6.4 km), West Shore Seafood (~7.0 km), and The White Horse (~7.8 km).
Best for
This estate is best for large groups and multi-family gatherings that want substantial shared space for socializing and entertainment, supported by features like multiple living/recreation rooms, a billiard room, screening room, and a large party room. It also suits travelers seeking a high-end rural Connecticut getaway with a heated outdoor pool, landscaped grounds, and easy access to Washington’s restaurants and Litchfield County’s outdoor activities.
Travel tips
Plan to drive: the property notes that a car is necessary to enjoy rural Washington/Roxbury and the surrounding Litchfield County area. For public transit, the nearest bus station is in Southbury (about 15 minutes away), while train stations in Amenia/Wingdale (NY), Danbury (CT), and New Haven (CT) are roughly 45 minutes away. For flights, Tweed New Haven Airport is about 54 km away and Bradley International Airport about 59 km away (with Westchester County and Long Island MacArthur farther).
What guests say
Guest feedback highlights the home’s suitability for large groups, emphasizing that it can comfortably accommodate many people. Reviews point to strong entertainment value, with common spaces that work well for gathering and hosting. The public rating is very high (5/5) based on a small number of reviews (3), suggesting consistently positive early impressions. No recurring negatives are provided in the available review excerpt.
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