House in Westport, CT

Mill Pond Retreat

Mill Pond Retreat

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Overview of Mill Pond Retreat

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Westport, CT
  • Popular LocationCompo Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWestport Country Playhouse5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLevitt Pavilion6 min drive
  • AirportWhite Plains, NY (HPN-Westchester County)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Den

1 Double Futon

Guest1

1 Single Bed

Guest2

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Mill Pond Retreat

Mill Pond Retreat is a lovely 3 bedroom 2.5 bath two-story cottage with panoramic views of the quiet and private Mill Pond, an 80 acre tidal estuary that flows into the Long Island Sound. It's home to many species of birds and aquatic wildlife.

The cottage sits directly overlooking Mill Pond on a quiet and private street. A picturesque 1/2 mile walk will land you at Mill Pond Beach. A short 3 min drive can have you soaking up the sun at the popular Compo Beach. Restaurants, shopping, and entertainment are a plenty on Main Street or Riverside Ave just 5-10 mins away.

Main Floor:
The main floor boasts an open floor plan with kitchen, dining, and living areas overlooking Mill Pond via a wall of windows across the front of the house. Through the french doors, walk out onto an expansive patio to enjoy coffee/breakfast as the sun rises over the water or open up the grill and enjoy a BBQ on a perfect Westport summer night. The main floor also contains a 1/2 bathroom and laundry.

Master bedroom:
The master bedroom has a queen size bed with floor to ceiling windows for stunning views of Mill Pond. The bedroom also contains the master bathroom with soaking tub. Note: The bathroom is in the bedroom and is not separated by a wall or door. If more privacy is needed, there is a full bathroom right down the hall. The bedroom has direct access via two doors to the upper deck

Guest bedrooms:
There are 2 guest bedrooms with twin beds. Guest bedroom 1 also has fantastic views overlooking the pond with direct access to the upper deck. A guest bathroom is located in the hallway right outside these bedrooms

Den:
The upper floor also contains an oversized den (or additional sleeping area) with a queen-size pullout sofa. Also perfect as a play area as there is tons of space!

Upper Deck:
The upper deck encompasses the entire southern and eastern exposures of the house. There are multiple seating and viewing areas including a long high top table (can seat 6-8 people).

Requesting to book:
Please tell us a bit about why you will be visiting and who will be in your group (including information about pets such as size, age and breed). Please send this information before booking and to confirm dates are available .

Guest access
Guests have access to the entire house and property

Other things to note
The house is wonderful for visits in all seasons. We prefer and welcome long term stays. Please send an inquiry before booking .

Property manager

Laurajean Meyers

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets must be supervised and leashed outdoors

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must send host an inquiry before booking . Guests MUST observe road speed limit of 10 mph . Guests acknowledge water near property
No additional guests or visitors other than those in original booking without advance written permission of owner
Parking in driveway only. Use of fireplace prohibited . Dogs must be leashed whenever outside .

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

About the area

Westport

Located in Westport, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Westport Country Playhouse and Levitt Pavilion are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Lockwood Mathews Mansion Museum and Historic South Norwalk. Travelling with kids? Consider Stepping Stones Museum for Children and Norwalk Maritime Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Compo Beach - 5 min drive
  • Westport Country Playhouse - 5 min drive
  • Levitt Pavilion - 6 min drive
  • Historic South Norwalk - 9 min drive
  • Fairfield University - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Westport Station - 5 min drive
  • Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Compo Beach - 6 min drive
  • Cafe Nyala - 5 min drive
  • Sakura Japanese Restaurant - 5 min drive
  • Sherwood Diner - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mill Pond Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Mill Pond Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mill Pond Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mill Pond Retreat located?

This family-friendly Westport cottage is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Compo Beach and Old Mill Beach. Westport Farmers Market and Westport Country Playhouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Our family loved this spot! Sunrise over the glassy Mill Pond was beautiful. We saw lots of wildlife, foxes, deer, and a muskrat, enjoying the marsh. The house fit our family of four perfectly. It has a well equipped, high end kitchen. Both upstairs and downstairs have good heat and air. The hostess was one of the most friendly we have met. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Second Visit Was Just as Good as the First!
We will be back! We love the location, and the house has everything we need. The owner is amazing. From the welcome basket to responding to our questions immediately while we were onsite, the experience is outstanding from a hospitality perspective.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey Clarfield N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A magical place
Our stay at Laurajean’s home was the most relaxing and magical time. We were mesmerized by the amazing view and wildlife surrounding the property. Our walks were punctuated by friendly neighbors and a gorgeous beach. Laurajean was a wonderful host, caring for our needs and always available. We didn’t want to leave!!
Stayed 32 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina M., New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible stay
We stayed at Mill Pond Retreat with our young children and nanny, the space was beautiful and the perfect escape from the city. Laurajean was so kind and communicative throughout the entire process from booking until our last day when she gave us the most thoughtful parting gift. The house has stunning views of the water, we enjoyed playing with the kids outside on the lawn and the location was perfect for access to the beach and local restaurants. Staying at Laurajean's was such a treat and I look forward to booking with her again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene Escape
This property was a beautiful, serene escape we were able to enjoy on our end of summer trip back East. We were visiting family in the Westport/Norwalk area, and this was a wonderful place to call home for the week. A short walk to Compo and Old Mill Beaches for sand and water play, a short drive into downtown Westport, and neighboring areas (for our purposes). The view of Mill Pond right in front of us was heaven. The home was well-equipped in all living areas. Laurajean was incredibly easy to communicate with, super helpful with local information, and left some nice touches of hospitality at check in & check out. We will happily consider this retreat for future CT trips.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

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