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Winter in New England: Rentals to Enjoy the Season!

tech <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" class="featured featured featured featured featured featured" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/Washington%2C%20CT%20in%20Winter%20by%20Robert%20Crawford.jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 329px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Washington, CT in Winter by Robert Crawford</p> <p>New England is the quintessential winter paradise and the towns in Litchfield County are some of the most beautiful spots to spend snowy evenings. From farm stands with apple cider and donuts to cold weather sports, the area has a charm for visitors and residents alike. We have a selection of fully furnished winter rentals that are perfect spots from which to enjoy this wonderful season.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/Mohawk%20Mountain.gif" style="width: 591px; height: 358px;"></p> <p>A view of <a href="http://www.mohawkmtn.com/">Mohawk Mountain</a> on a snowy day. The ski area also has cross country and snowshoe trails. Other great places to cross country ski or to snowshoe are the <a href="http://www.whitememorialcc.org/">White Memorial Center</a> in Litchfield, CT and the <a href="http://www.prattcenter.org/">Pratt Nature Center</a> in New Milford, CT.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/Averill%20Farm%20Apple%20Cider.jpg" style="width: 320px; height: 240px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Enjoy a Cider at <a href="http://www.averillfarm.com/">Averill Farm</a> in Washington, CT.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/Donut%20at%20Averill%20Farm.jpg" style="width: 320px; height: 213px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Pair your Cider with Homemade Donuts from <a href="http://www.averillfarm.com/">Averill Farm</a> !</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/winter-barn%20in%20Bethlehem%2C%20CT.jpg" style="width: 500px; height: 334px;"></p> <p>A winter barn in <a href="http://www.ci.bethlehem.ct.us/">Bethlehem, CT</a> is in the heart of the countryside. Many visit Bethlehem to send their holiday cards with the stamp from the town of'Bethlehem. The town is also home to March Farms which has the most delicious farm fresh pies, cider and other culinary delights.</p> <p>Close to all these areas, local shops and restaurants are these winter rentals that can be reached in approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes from NYC. </p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/50%20Painter%20Ridge.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 393px;"></p> <p>This exquisite home is in an excellent Washington location with all newly renovated 5/6 bedroomsand a gourmet kitchen. There is an open floor plan,a dining room that seats 25 and a screened porch. Completely private yet minutes to the Mayflower Grace Inn and Spa and all town amenities. A game room with pool table, ping pong, foosball, xbox, tread mill and rowing machine make this a great holiday getaway. Utilities included. Owner/Broker.Available Christmas week @ $10,000</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/50%20Painter%20Ridge%202.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 349px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">The Open Kitchen is Perfect for Holiday Evening and Entertaining</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/44%20South%20Street.jpg" style="width: 540px; height: 405px;"></p> <p>This is one of Roxbury's finest homes. The 1792 colonial is renovated to perfection inside and out and loaded with charm. There are 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths in the main house and a guest house, barn with gym and play room (foos ball and pool table). Walk to the library and town park with playground. Available thru May '16 @ $4,500 per month</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/44%20South%20St%202.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 393px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">An Attractive Well Lit Room for Family and Friends to Gather.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/46%20Southbury%20Rd.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 350px;"></p> <p>A luxury cottage-style 3 bedroom and guest house is renovated to the highest standards with op of the line everything.The Kitchen opens to a great room, breakfast nook, and media room, sauna & luxurious decor. A long driveway, privacy and just 1.5 hours to NYC. Relax and Enjoy! Available Dec. @ $10,000, January - March '16 @ $5,000 per month.<br>  </p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/46%20Southbury%20Rd%202.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 350px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Gracious Living and Comfortable, Chic Design.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/67%20Smokey%20Hollow.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 350px;"></p> <p>A charming Washington Colonial with complete privacy on a lovely hilltop. There is an open kitchen, 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Elegant and fresh furnishings throughout the home. Available thru May '16 @ $5,000 per month.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/67%20Smokey%20Hollow%202.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 350px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Cozy and Comfortable for Winter Evenings.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/91%20West%20Church%20Hill.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 348px;"></p> <p>Fabulous home in top Washington location on West Church Hill Road. There are 5 bedrooms in the main house as well as large entertaining spaces, 4 fireplaces and a glamorous high-end kitchen with breakfast nook. A breezeway connects house to guest house and 3 car garage. Available thru May '16 @ $6,900 per month</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/91%20West%20Church%20Hill%202.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 348px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Gather around the Fire for the Holidays.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/112%20Lower%20Church%20Hill.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 350px;"></p> <p>This unique shingle-style home in Washington in a great location is set on 10+/- private acres close to Steep Rock trails. There is a spacious eat-in kitchen, a great room with vaulted ceiling and fireplace. There are 4 bedrooms and 4 baths. There is also a screened porch, gym and ping pong table. Available thru May '16 @ $5,000 per month.Thanksgiving week - 4 nights @ $5,000 or $1,250 per night</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/112%20Lower%20Church%20Hill%202.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 393px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Fireplace and Vaulted Ceiling in the Great Room.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/283%20Woodbury.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 393px;"></p> <p>This Washington single level home has 3/4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms on a well maintained property. There is a tennis court, heated gunite pool. 2 car attached garage and play set. Conveniently located to restaurants, shops and hiking at Steep Rock. Winter rental @ $3, 500 per month, Annual rental @ $5, 000 per month, June - Labor Day @ $35, 000</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/283%20Woodbury%202.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 393px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Wonderful views from this Spacious Living Room.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/Upland%20Rd.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 393px;"></p> <p>Cozy up to this lovely renovated antique on the border of Washington and convenient to everything. Just 25 minutes to Mohawk Mountain ski area. There are 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and an open kitchen The gorgeous authentic barn houses a play room with a pool table. It is just 5 minutes to New Preston, Washington Depot and Northville market. Available any 4 - 6 week period between Jan. 1 and March 15th @ $6,000 for 4 weeks</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/Upland%20Rd%202.jpg" style="width: 524px; height: 393px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Cozy and comfortable for the whole family.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"> </p> <p style="text-align: center;">Click on the links for more details and images of each property.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">HAPPY HOLIDAYS!</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.usmre.com/5739/blog/Mohawk%20Mountain%202.jpg" style="width: 500px; height: 333px;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;"> </p>