Tranquil 1 bedroom cottage with King size bed & Fireplace in charming Bethel, CT
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Tranquil 1 bedroom cottage with King size bed & Fireplace (also described as The Red Cedar Cottage) is a fully renovated, smoke-free one-bedroom retreat in Bethel, Connecticut, set in a quiet neighborhood between Bethel and Newtown. It’s designed as a private, restful getaway with keyless entry and a designated outdoor sitting area. The property holds a 5/5 public rating from 34 reviews.
Space & Comfort
The cottage centers on a high-end king-sized mattress and an electric fireplace for a cozy evening ambiance. Climate comfort is supported by air conditioning and heating, and in-unit laundry (washer) adds convenience for longer stays. Cable TV and free Wi‑Fi are provided for downtime and streaming or work.
Kitchen & Outdoor Setup
Guests have a kitchen equipped with an oven/stove and microwave, along with practical essentials such as an ironing board. Outside, there’s an outdoor grill and a designated area with table and chairs for relaxing meals. Parking is free on site.
Grounds, Privacy & Host Support
The cottage sits toward the rear of the grounds, with access to areas from the privacy fence to the bordered tree line, plus trails within. Nature trails are accessible from the private yard, connecting to the Friends of the Franc Preserve for woodland walks or mountain biking. A security camera doorbell is located near the front entrance and is described as the only surveillance on the property; neighbors may be encountered due to a shared driveway/yard, and the hosts are nearby and reachable if needed.
Location & Nearby Dining
Downtown Bethel is about an 8-minute drive, with Newtown and Danbury roughly 10–15 minutes away. Bethel train station is about 4.5 km away, but the area is noted as lacking public transportation, so a rental car is considered essential. Nearby restaurants include Casa Tequila Bethel CT (about 3.1 km), Bora (about 3.4 km), Dragonfly (about 3.6 km), B.I.B – Better in Bethel and Putnam House Restaurant & Tap Room (both about 4.4 km), and Brookfield Social (about 6.6 km).
Best for
This cottage is best for couples or solo travelers who want a quiet, nature-adjacent stay with the comforts of a fully renovated space and a cozy electric fireplace. It also suits guests who value practical self-catering (kitchen with oven/stove and microwave) and easy in-and-out logistics such as keyless entry and free parking.
Travel tips
Plan to drive: the neighborhood is described as peaceful and lacking public transportation, and a rental car is recommended for exploring Bethel, Newtown, and Danbury. Bethel train station is about 4.5 km away if you’re connecting by rail, but you’ll still likely want a car for local errands and dining. If you prefer extra quiet, note the cottage is on shared grounds with a shared driveway/yard, so you may see neighbors even though the unit is positioned for privacy.
What guests say
Reviews indicate very high overall satisfaction, reflected in the 5/5 public rating across 34 reviews. Guests commonly respond positively to the cottage as a comfortable, restful place to stay that they would return to. No recurring negative themes are present in the provided excerpts, and specific complaints about noise, cleanliness, or host communication are not indicated.
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