Little House in the Big Woods- Tennis Court | House in Pomfret
3 Bedroom House in Pomfret
Imagine staying in a house in Colonial Williamsburg, or OldSturbridge Village. The Little House at Jericho is an early American historic pre-1800 guesthouse behind my farmhouse located on the Abington side of Pomfret, Connecticut, in a secluded storybook location on 145 acres of preserved land adjacent to the Airline Trail, the Wolf Den State Forest, Mashomoquet State Park and the New England Forestry Foundation's Chase Kimball Memorial Forest. This nature preserve is suitable for bird-watching from the deck over-looking the pond or at the Audubon Society's Grasslands preserved sanctuary nearby, for long walks on the private trails in the woods (with direct access to the Airline Trail), cross-country skiing, tennis on the court, fishing in either or both of two ponds, or just for a place to get away from it all in a private nature sanctuary. Use of the tennis court is allowed, but hunting is strictly prohibited, as is use of any off-road vehicles. It is ideal for an artist or writer’s retreat.
The Little House is a unique historic property that has been lovingly preserved by eight generations of the same family who have lived at Jericho since 1814. It is the birthplace of the famous industrialist and philanthropist, Augustus Sabin Chase, of Waterbury Connecticut fame (see Waterbury Hall of Fame, where he, his son, and one of his granddaughters are honored). This antique house has one slightly larger downstairs and two small upstairs bedrooms, a spacious living/dining room with a huge granite fireplace, and can sleep up to four people. Furnished with period country antiques, guests feel transported into the 18th century, until they slide back a door to find a modern kitchen with a view over an orchard and pond from a large deck, and an updated bathroom. It is not suitable for the disabled or for very large people, because it is a pre-1800 house with small period furnishings and is not wheelchair-accessible.
The house is hypo-allergenic, and bedsheets are 100% cotton, laundered at high temperatures and ironed. Therefore, no pets or smoking are permitted.
Jericho is situated close to Pomfret and Rectory Schools, Woodstock Academy and half an hour from Marianapolis Prep School, as well as close to the numerous scenic drives, destination restaurants, antique stores and boutiques in Windham County. This historic little house is nestled in the forest, at the end of a long straight dirt town road , far from the stress of daily life, but with private trails to hike and only a short drive from Old Sturbridge Village and Mystic Seaport. It is also close to the Connecticut Audubon Center’s Grasslands Sanctuary, Pomfret Forest (NEMBA-maintained mountain biking destination), Goodwin Conservation Center in Hampton and several state parks and forests ideal for hiking and bicycling. It is less than an hour's drive from Hartford, Providence and Worcester and only a 20 minute drive from the University of Connecticut at Storrs. Boston is 90 miles Northeast and New York City 150 miles Southwest.
Keywords: cottage, little house, tennis court, hiking, mountain biking, historic farmhouse, antique house, tennis, fishing, pond, secluded getaway, artist or writer’s sanctuary, birthplace, quaint, peaceful, nature sanctuary, UCONN, Pomfret, Rectory School, Airline Trail
Little House in the Big Woods- Tennis Court is located in Pomfret. Little House in the Big Woods- Tennis Court provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Little House in the Big Woods- Tennis Court has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 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 Pomfret has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Pomfret, 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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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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Eco-friendly toiletries
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Soap
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1 bathroom
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Shampoo
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Free breakfast available
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Living room
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Lobster/crab pot
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Paper towels
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Oven
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking
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Car required
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Electric car charging station on site
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Handrails in stairways
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Note from host: This is a very old house, over 225 years old
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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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Area rugs in public areas
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Well-lit path to entrance
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No elevators
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Smooth flooring in public areas
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Tile flooring in public areas
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Gravel flooring in public areas
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Visual alarms in hallways
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Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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6 stairs to reach property
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Kayak on site
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Boat on site
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Ecotours nearby
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Outdoor pickleball court
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Hiking nearby
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Winery tours nearby
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Tennis on site
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Horse riding nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Snow sports gear
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Books
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Games
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TV with cable/satellite service
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DVD player
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At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
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Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)
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Comprehensive food waste policy
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Recycling
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Composting
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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English
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French
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Spanish
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On the lake
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Near a health or beauty spa
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In a rural location
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On the waterfront
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Printer
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Children's books
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Travel crib
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's games
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Children's toys
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Babysitting service available
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Highchair
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Playground
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Change of bedsheets (on request)
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Concierge services
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Change of towels (on request)
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Free WiFi
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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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)
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First aid kit
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Close to skiing
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 and a first aid kit 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 this property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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