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Cozy Apartment in Private, Wooded Hillside Home • Enjoy Biking, Hiking, Kayaking

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Enjoy our Large 1200 Sqft. Guest Suite
Living area
Private entrance
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Apartment in Private, Wooded Hillside Home • Enjoy Biking, Hiking, Kayaking

Cozy guest apartment with private entrance on a walkout level of large home. Quiet location amongst tall pine trees on Talcott Mountain. Large private space with living area, kitchen with microwave and refrigerator, desk and computer, bedroom and private bath with shower. Cable TV and WIFI included. Located on the Bloomfield/Simsbury line close to some of the best hiking trails in New England, kayaking on the historic Farmington River, and the Connecticut Greenway Bike Trail (New Haven to the Mass border). Kayaks and bikes are available through local agencies. Ten minutes from Bloomfield based insurance companies, 20-minutes from Hartford/Springfield Airport (BDL) and Hartford.

The entire private apartment (1200 square feet) is available to our guests. It includes a spacious living room area with smart TV, books, office desk, kitchen, bedroom with privacy doors and bathroom with a large shower.

Outdoor activities are just one of the highlights of the area. There are also major attractions such as the Mark Twain house, historic sites, and country fairs just minutes away. The summer and fall are one of the best times to come to Connecticut.

WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST THAT GUEST INTERESTED IN STAYING AT OUR HOME PROVIDE DETAIL OF THE PURPOSE OF THEIR TRAVEL (visit family? attend a conference? wedding?), clarify what dates you are looking to travel (early or late check in), and questions that will help us provide information about the area.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

5 night Maximum Stay

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7308233
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bloomfield

Bloomfield is home to this apartment. Mark Twain House & Museum and Talcott Mountain Science Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include American School for Deaf and Talcott Mountain State Park. Performing Arts Center at Simsbury Meadows and Farmington Valley Arts Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Bloomfield, CT

What's nearby

  • Penwood State Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Talcott Mountain State Park - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bloomfield Crossing - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Gillette Ridge Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Farmington River - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Hartford Union Station - 15 min drive
  • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Abigail's Grille and Wine Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Apartment in Private, Wooded Hillside Home • Enjoy Biking, Hiking, Kayaking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Apartment in Private, Wooded Hillside Home • Enjoy Biking, Hiking, Kayaking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Apartment in Private, Wooded Hillside Home • Enjoy Biking, Hiking, Kayaking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Apartment in Private, Wooded Hillside Home • Enjoy Biking, Hiking, Kayaking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Apartment in Private, Wooded Hillside Home • Enjoy Biking, Hiking, Kayaking located?

Situated in Bloomfield, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Talcott Mountain State Park, Bloomfield Crossing and Wampanoag Country Club. Gillette Ridge Golf Course and Wintonbury Hills Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience Beautiful apartment Very clean Gracious hostsExtremely comfortable stayWould definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly hosts, clean, spacious 1 bedroom with large living room space and kitchen plus added attraction of a pool table and original paintings.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful place to stay! I was in town for a wedding, and was very pleased to see how clean and spacious the apartment was, all while being close to the venue. The hosts were friendly and made sure I had everything I needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would absolutely stay here again, it is such a beautiful home in a beautiful neighborhood. The hosts were wonderful, right down to having the apartment temp just perfect. The home is so serene. Bed was pretty comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete B.

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

Great spot!

Extremely clean, pleasant spot. We stayed two nights for a wedding in town, would absolutely recommend this spot to anyone. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anan K.

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

Best weekend getaway

My girlfriend and I were here for our friend's wedding. The location was amazing. Brad and his wife were super nice and friendly. High recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Perfect in every way

We loved our time in this beautiful, spotless, quiet, and spacious residence. A+ value and owners!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lithgow O.

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

Very happy

Great location. Accommodations were tidy and very well organized. I would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D. M.

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

Paradise Found!

My title accurately defines our experience at this property this weekend! The spectacular unit, the warm, friendly and accommodating owners, and even the enthusiastic greeting from the little furry concierge was outstanding! 100 rating!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Trip to Hartford Area

We are so happy we found this VRBO. Our hosts were incredibly kind and welcoming, the place was perfect (clean, beautiful appointed, and well equipped) the location was amazing, close to everything we needed. Renters should not hesitate to book this VRBO. Your stay will be excellent. We hope to be back one day! Thank you to our hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn F.

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

Secluded, peaceful, beautiful

Everything I could have needed was provided. The owner thought of everything. The property was beautifully decorated, I could easily and happily stayed much longer or moved in! I highly recommend this property and it's sweet owners again and again. It was also close to the University of Hartford where I was attending a program.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greta C.

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

A special in the woods

After a long flight from Los Angeles, we were greeted by the owners and led to their nicely renovated basement. We felt quite like we were in a retreat surrounded by woods. Our goal was to destress and adjust to ET before heading to a family reunion. The solitude, silence and being surrounded with the beauty of God’s beautiful creation was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

(better than) As Advertised

I had the pleasure of staying in this beautiful apartment for two weeks during July 2022. The space is neat, clean, and well appointed. I was traveling solo during my stay, but there is PLENTY of space for two people. The wooded setting in a quiet neighborhood was a huge plus for me. The location is convenient to Bradley Airport and much of the greater Hartford area. I enjoyed outdoor recreation opportunities in the immediate area, which are plentiful. You would be hard-pressed to find better hosts. I highly recommend this lovely place and hope to stay there again myself in the future.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space is so much bigger in person than in the photos. It was clean and comfortable private and perfect for our stay. The hosts were very friendly and greeted us on arrival. Highly recommend for anyone looking to stay in this lovely town.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wayne j.

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

50 yr. anniv.

great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen W.

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

Comfortable, convenient and private

Lovely setting for a fall weekend away. The property is a treat- spacious living and sleeping spaces. Bonus is the setting of the house surrounded by trees - and still minutes away from the area's amenities and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

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

Brad & Susan are terrific Hosts

My wife and I have been hoping to find a Beautiful and Comfortable cottage when we visit Hartford.Wow we found it! The Room feels like a spacious loft, more than enough space and comfort. Beautifully taken care of and in a wooded area that is attached to home yet feels like it's a separate cottage. Brad & Susan make you feel like your family, good people that want your experience to be a delight. This will be our main rental when were in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb O.

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

Lovely respite

Fabulous experience with great hosts and a super comfortable and spacious apartment!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Ann P.

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

Graduation visit

Such a peaceful location, pride of ownership. We have stayed several times and never disappointed. Great interior and exterior.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan R.

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

The perfect place to stay

We stayed over Thanksgiving and this was our second time there. Everything about the space is perfect. The neighborhood is quiet and residential. Access to the unit is easy. The space itself has everything you need and is wonderfully laid out. It's also huge -- so the bedroom (with bathroom) are on one end (with doors) and the other end has the living room with fireplace, big TV and a comfy couch. In between is are a large entryway, dining room table, and mini-kitchen with refrigerator/freezer and microwave. A few minutes away is a great bagel place to grab something in the morning and come back and relax. Overall, it is incredibly neat, clean, and has a terrific look and feel. Brad and his wife are wonderful hosts. The communication is great and they make you feel at home. Lastly, the overall location is perfect -- it's in between Simsbury and Bloomfield centers so lots of options for eating and groceries. I can't recommend this place enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

My 1st VRBO Stay

This was an awesome stay! The location was a smidge far for what WE were here for but sightseeing etc is in very close proximity. The accommodations were The Best!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

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

Breathtaking!

The pictures don't do it justice! This space is gorgeous and the owners are wonderful. Anything you think of was there for you. And all of the little touches put it over the top.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie E.

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

Beautiful property

The home and property are in a beautiful setting with host that couldn't be nicer or more accommodating . All the restaurants they referred us to were amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Ann P.

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

Great Property inside and out.

WE HAVE STAYED AT THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME SEVERAL TIMES. IT IS IMMACULATE, PEACEFUL AND SPACIOUS. PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP SHOWS. ITE SITS ON A BEAUTIFUL SETTING. VERY PRIVATE LOCATION. A+A+A+A+A+
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

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

Quiet Woodland Retreat

A quiet woodland retreat conveniently located to Hartford and environs. Lovely accommodations. Extremely clean. Located near nature preserve. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Brad Thomas

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We’re an accommodating, we’ll-traveled couple in our 50’ and 60’s with one dog. We’re professionals in the fields of marketing and the arts. Our peaceful, eclectic home is filled with art and music, and we have always enjoyed creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests. We enjoy meeting new people, and look forward to welcoming you to our Connecticut Forest Home.

What makes this property unique

Guest will enjoy our private apartment located in our large Tudor home. Located on 4 wooded acres, this noise free setting is located just minutes from New England's best hiking biking & kayaking. Bikes and rental kayaks nearby.

Languages:

English, French

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