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Nature's Nest - Indoor/Outdoor Forest Retreat; Fire Pit; Fireplace; onsite Brook

2.0 star property
Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Escape to this enchanting Connecticut nature retreat, where the sounds of the creek and birdsong create a serene ambiance. Enjoy forest trails, relax by the babbling onsite brook, and unwind in your private patio garden or cozy living room with fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Nature's Nest - Indoor/Outdoor Forest Retreat; Fire Pit; Fireplace; onsite Brook

Nature Within Reach!
Dear nature lover-Welcome to our woodland oasis, less than 2 hours from New York City! Enjoy the sounds of the creek and birdsong in this enchanting Connecticut nature retreat. Our cozy 4-br house with patio garden is perfect for escaping the urban hustle. Explore forest trails, relax to the calming babbling onsite brook, and completely unplug from daily life. Ideal for couples or family getaways. Find your peace under the tree canopy in this unique nature's nest. Book your stay and experience true relaxation for body and soul!

Here's a quick guide to help you navigate the space:

Ground Floor:
- Garages for 2 cars attached to the main entrance hallway
- To the right: Open-plan living room with fireplace, dining area, and kitchen
- To the left: Hallway leading to a bedroom, restroom, and basement access
- Kitchen can be accessed directly from the entrance via left hallway

Upper Floor:
- Access via internal staircase backside of the fireplace
- Primary bedroom - Suite with attached full bathroom with walk-in shower
- Separate full bathroom with bathtub
- Bedroom 2

Additional Information:
- Tap water is drinkable (sourced from a well with additional filtration)
- Climate control is remotely managed and can be adjusted upon request

We hope you enjoy your stay! If you need any assistance, please don't hesitate to ask.

Guest access
The entire house and property are available, except for the one room that is locked and is used for storing private things.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,850 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Fireplace/Fire Pit-Free to use. A limited amount of firewood is provided in the garage-all other wood on the property is private and must not be used.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
Bethlehem, CT

What's nearby

  • The Christmas Shop - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Bantam Lake - 17 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Quassy Amusement Park - 22 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Steep Rock Preserve - 28 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Lake Compounce - 38 min drive - 40.3 km

Getting around

  • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fino Wood Fired Pizza & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Echo Craft Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Charcoal Chef - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature's Nest - Indoor/Outdoor Forest Retreat; Fire Pit; Fireplace; onsite Brook pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Nature's Nest - Indoor/Outdoor Forest Retreat; Fire Pit; Fireplace; onsite Brook?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature's Nest - Indoor/Outdoor Forest Retreat; Fire Pit; Fireplace; onsite Brook?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nature's Nest - Indoor/Outdoor Forest Retreat; Fire Pit; Fireplace; onsite Brook located?

This family-friendly Bethlehem holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Flanders Nature Center, The Christmas Shop and Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden. Little Art Shop and Abbey of Regina Laudis are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Nature's Nest - Indoor/Outdoor Forest Retreat; Fire Pit; Fireplace; onsite Brook Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

WINNIE M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed Nature Nest. Spacious and clean with a warm vibe.

3 lied the fire pit and the kitchen was well equipped
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond Exceptional!

Marko was a fantastic host! So responsive and friendly! The property was beyond words. Every piece of decor had a story! We loved it SO much that my husband and our friends will be returning next year! We got there to find that Marko left us a lovely note and a bottle of wine! Gave us great suggestions on things to do and we wanted for NOTHING…Everything we needed was both available indoors and outdoors! The babbling brook with the yoga area was so zen! We absolutely enjoyed ourselves and cannot wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A 10-day retreat

Our family stayed at this airb&b for 10 days. It was an incredible retreat removed from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The home is beautifully decorated with unique furniture pieces and art work. In addition, the common living space is perfect for lounging and watching TV. The patio was perfect for dining and was large enough to accommodate friends .
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meet-up at the Nest

We met our kids (who live on the east coast) at Natures Nest and really enjoyed our time here. We cooked 2 big meals and the kitchen had everything we needed…even spices & coffee. And Marco left some apples, sweets and wine for us! He was very responsive and helpful anytime we had questions, and gave us great recommendations. Everything was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful place

Beautiful spacious well decorated home. We loved our stay. Mostly enjoyed the outdoor patio and fire pit. We came as a family from our of state for my father in laws funeral. Our only issue was our phones had no reception, so I had to drive into town to get to my information regarding WiFi and find door locking information. It took time out of our visit to figure things out. A book with info might have helped us. Otherwise everything was perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding House

Not the regular rental This house and its host are outstanding. You are not faced with the regular IKEA furniture. Instead, you find a home that is carefully and tastefully decorated. In every corner you can see that the owner did not choose the furniture and appliances for his guests, but for himself. You will find designer furniture, exclusive wine glasses for different types of wine, cocktail glasses with an accompanying recipe book, a really big refrigerator, a TV that is massive (more like a cinema), two washing machines, a Genesis grill (instead of the usual Spirit), etc. I could go on forever. Oh, and for those of you who need to work during your vacation: There is a comfortable antique desk and the internet is really fast. In short, there is attention to detail and the outfit is perfect. The same goes for Marko, the host. He was very welcoming, responsive and helpful from the start. Answers to our questions came within minutes. He suggested some beautiful places in the area (e.g. a waterfall 5 minutes drive away), made some wonderful restaurant recommendations, gave us tips on how to use the fireplace and grill. Over the days we stayed at the Nature's Nest we developed a very friendly relationship even though we were only texting. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024