Private Rental Estate+HORSES/Great Covered Deck/Swim onsite! in Windham

Absolutely perfect late spring weekend

Review submitted: May 28, 2012   Date of arrival: May 18, 2012

Guest: Spiffytoy (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 05/18/12 Review Submitted: 05/21/12

What a treat! Our group of 13 friends was quite cozy in Robert's gorgeous home. The estate was so perfect for our 2 night/3 day relaxed weekend, and the late checkout time on Sunday afternoon gave us just enough time for a morning swim and relaxed late lunch. We only left the property once for groceries as there was so much to keep us entertained and enjoy! Nugget, Daisy (two horses) and the two ponies were such a pleasure to have on the property - gorgeous animals! We spent the majority of our days relaxing on the back patio, playing frisbee on the expansive back lawn, or swimming in the (stunning!) natural pool with waterfall. At night the fire pit was perfect for hanging out and roasting marshmallows. Robert was a perfect host making sure we were wanting for nothing on the trip. We just got home, and we're already talking about a potential winter ski trip to the same house. Thank you Robert for your beautiful property and hospitality! It was truly a magical weekend that won't be soon forgotten!

Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing, families with teenagers.

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Country Comforts. A Special Place.

Review submitted: September 22, 2011   Date of arrival: September 9, 2011

This place is a Dream!!!!!!!!
Guest: Sofia(Bronx, NY)
Date of Stay: 06/18/10 Review Submitted: 06/24/10

When I saw the pictures of this place i fell in love right away but I have to admit once we got there I was mesmerized. My one year old couldnt stop runing (the backyard is beautiful). the horses (or big dogs like Robert calls them) are very friendly. The stream (natural pull) is right in the backyard down a little hill clean and very private, we took amazing pictures here by the water fall... The deck is very nicely put together, we spend most of our time here playing board games... All the rooms are very clean and lovely accommodations. Robert is a great person very understanding. I recomend this place to anyone with a big family (or many friends) that wants to spend some quality time in a very tranquil time in the country.

Recommended for: Age 55+, adventure seekers, pet owners, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with teenagers, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway.

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Vikrant (Bayonne, NJ)
Review submitted: December 9, 2010   Date of arrival: November 24, 2010

Our party, including 6 adults and 6 kids (aged 2 - 8yrs)recently stayed at this property for a weekend. It's fair to call the experience a mixed bag and following are the positives and negatives of the property.

Positives:
The owner went out of his way to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. He helped us get wood for the camp fire and material to light it up. He also ensured that all the kids get to enjoy the horses and pony rides. He shares the house (although with a separate entrance) and made sure that the kitchen and house was cleaned when we were out. He gave us full access to each and every emenity of the house which was very helpful.

Negatives: Although the house says that it sleeps 14, we think it can at best accomodate 6 - 8 ppl. There is not a lot of extra space outside of bedrooms and living rooms. Not suitable for very young children as it is a flight of stairs to get to the bedrooms. Also the property is right on a major road with vehicles passing by at 55 mph. The property is old and poses issues related to an old house such as small windows and poor heating / cooling. Finally, November is not the best time to go here. Too cold for summer activities and ski season yet to kick off.

Recommended for: age 55+, pet-friendly

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