BEST TOWN! PoshPadsCT \"TUNNEL\" Ski!, 4-BR SPA-POOL, Bike, Hiking, NYC 1.5 Hrs
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5
Overview
BEST TOWN! PoshPadsCT “TUNNEL” Ski! is a four-bedroom vacation home in Roxbury, Connecticut, set in a rural riverfront area near the Shepaug River. The home is positioned as a country retreat within about two hours of NYC, with access to outdoor recreation and small-town dining. A year-round heated in-ground spa pool and a scenic, private setting are central to the experience.
Home Layout & Comfort
The interior has been recently updated with new flooring, appliances, and a more open floor plan. The main living space centers on a stone fireplace and opens to the backyard with notable rock outcroppings. Upstairs are four bedrooms (with an option to use one as an office) and two bathrooms.
Amenities & Recreation
Standout features include a heated year-round in-ground spa pool (noted as 8' x 16' x 6') and an outdoor grill for at-home meals. Practical amenities include a kitchen, air conditioning, cable TV, ironing board, and paid Wi‑Fi. The property is smoke-free and pet-friendly.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The home sits beside extensive outdoor space, described as near 1,000 acres of Steep Rock land trust with hiking trails directly accessible from the backyard. Nearby attractions mentioned for the wider area include Mohawk Mountain skiing, Lake Waramaug State Park (beach), and local points of interest such as Glebe House Museum and The Gertrude Jekyll Garden, as well as Flanders Nature Center and Quassy Amusement Park. For dining out, options in the area include G.W. Tavern (~6.0 km), Zaza’s on Main (~6.1 km), Johana’s Restaurant (~6.1 km), and Cowboy Butter (~6.2 km).
Travel & Airport Access
Regional airports include Tweed New Haven Airport (~52.5 km), Westchester County Airport (~65.9 km), Bradley International Airport (~66.8 km), and Long Island MacArthur Airport (~90.8 km). The setting is rural, so a car is the most practical way to reach restaurants, museums, and outdoor attractions in the region.
Best for
This property best suits groups and families who want a private, rural Connecticut retreat with outdoor recreation on the doorstep, including hiking access via nearby land-trust trails and seasonal skiing in the region. It’s also a strong fit for travelers who prioritize at-home amenities—especially a year-round heated spa pool, full kitchen, grill, and a fireplace for cozy evenings. Pet owners may appreciate that it’s explicitly pet-friendly while remaining smoke-free.
Travel tips
Plan to drive: the home’s rural Roxbury location makes a car essential for reaching restaurants and area attractions, even though several dining options are within roughly 6–9 km. If flying, compare airports based on your route—Tweed New Haven is the closest listed (~52.5 km), while Bradley and Westchester are each around ~66 km away. If you’re visiting for outdoor time, bring appropriate gear for hiking and (in winter) nearby skiing/ice skating in the region.
What guests say
Reviews consistently emphasize a clean, up-to-date interior and a well-kept property. Guests repeatedly call out the pool/spa area as a highlight and describe the overall setting as beautiful. Host communication is also a recurring positive point, with stays reported as smooth and issue-free. No recurring negatives are present in the provided excerpts.
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