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1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids

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Pool looking south from hammock
Back of house from across the valley.
Living room looking west.
Living room looking north-east.
Kitchen east and south walls.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 458.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Shelton, CT
  • Westfield Connecticut Post Mall
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Silver Sands State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Walnut Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids

*Hot tub/fire pit/pool! Hike our woods to deer trail along the river! Over 80 eateries within 15 mins! Enjoy winery/craft beer/farm/market visits; easy to moderate hiking; world-class indoor ropes course; indoor sports/gaming center; trampoline park, much more. Near aquarium, kids' attractions, museums, concerts, nightlife, LIS boat tours.
*We are still the ultimate couple's, private getaway, but we're making it easier to bring the little ones for a low-keyed, but fun-filled vacation. When you're not enjoying our outdoor amenities that include a play set, relax in your very own home theater with 66" HD Smart TV. Full kitchen has all major appliances and assorted small ones. It is fully supplied for preparing full-course meals.
*Private entrance is off a ground floor mudroom accessed directly from outside. The bedroom features a very comfy queen bed and the living and dining areas can hold two twin air mattresses for the kids. Both the LR and BR can hold the full-sized crib. Please note that dining table only seats two, but TV tables and a high chair are available. Note that adding additional portable beds significantly reduces the floor space! Some families have opted for their kids to sleep on the couch and love seat in sleep sacks we provide. Also available: a portable crib, high chair, baby monitor (think "hot tub" use), stroller, baby backpack and toys are available.
*The front yard has a play set, bocce court, horseshoes, charcoal grill, and dining set. Guests may use these facilities without any notice to us.
*Backyard has a three-level deck, swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrella table for four or more, hammock, gas grill, picnic table, outdoor living room, and a screen porch with hot tub. We'd like to preserve your privacy so please let us know when you plan to use these amenities.
* On the north side is a fire pit with seating, and a hammock further up in the woods. If you are uncertain how to light a successful fire, don't hesitate to ask. Written assistance is also located in the ammo box located in the wood bin.
*We have our own private "daily" deck and a top-floor deck so you may never see us! All outdoor spaces are accessible to our guests, with the exception of the aforementioned private decks only accessible from our house..
*Prior notification is requested for use of the hot tub and gas grill; and pool whenever you expect to spend a significant part of the day in and around it. When in doubt -- ask!
*Fee for an approved dog is $15 per dog per night. Please request a copy of and agree to the doggie rules; and tell us something about your pet.
*Our neighbor's construction of the 6' chain-link fence has dramatically reduced any "foreign" animal visits (as have our dogs) we still have deer, a rafter of turkeys (including two huge toms in the spring), an abnormally large and jaunty red fox, a pack of coyotes, a rarely-seen bobcat, and birds of every feather, including woodpeckers, owls, and vultures. Oh, and squirrels, chipmunks and rabbits! So, please don't let your little dogs out unleashed very early in the morning or into the evening.
*2024 update: Black bear have been seen routing through garbage cans at the southern end of the greenspace/river that we face., but no people encounters. Black bears are generally non-agressive and will most often leave an encounter with a human, if possible. Do NOT run away!
*Bus, rail, Uber, Lyft and Enterprise Rental cars are all available, as are grocery, restaurant, and pharmacy delivery.
*Check out our website www.ourcountryproperty.com for local activities and sample eateries. Please confirm hours and days of operation.

Property manager

Pat
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not childproofed!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only Contact owner for details
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No tobacco or gun use
Instructions/restrictions in house manual must be followed including a visitor restriction. If a topic is not included, guest will consult owner.
Total and complete quiet hours 11PM - 7AM, reasonable low level noise only permitted inside from 9-11PM and 7-9AM and not permitted at all outside.
Guests may not move, remove or alter any item, system, feature or amenity inside or out without owner's prior permission.

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
This property uses solar energy
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shelton

Located in Shelton, this apartment is in the city centre. Boothe Memorial Park and Museum and Downtown Cabaret Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at SportsCenter of Connecticut and Great River Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Robert Treat Farm and Beardsley Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Shelton, CT

What's nearby

  • SportsCenter of Connecticut - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Westfield Connecticut Post Mall - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Silver Sands State Park - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Great River Golf Club - 14 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Walnut Beach - 25 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Bridgeport Station - 19 min drive
  • Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancheros Mexican Grill - Shelton - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Diner - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-out at 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1ST FLR APT Your Private Resort, now FAMILY-ized: 1 BR + LR suitable for 2 kids located?

This family-friendly Shelton apartment building is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Housatonic River and SportsCenter of Connecticut. Roosevelt Forest is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Weekend get away

This was an amazing trip for me and my wife to enjoy a nice private get away. The property was very clean. The owner Gabe was very friendly and kind their dogs were a delight and very playful happy dogs. The experience overall was very nice for both of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Linda M.

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

Apartment in the Tree Tops

Very cozy, spectacular views and very accomodating hosts. The kitchen is fully stocked for preparing meals at home and very near major grocery stores for food shopping
Stayed 25 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie B.

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

Love this property and definitely coming back!!

Beautiful place and attentive and friendly host. The mountains the pool the peacefulness were all incredible. The guides and info left were so thorough and thoughtful. Def an A+ place to visit for one or a family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davida N.

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

Very Relaxing

The hosts were great, very accommodating. The apartment had everything we needed and was very cozy. The pool and the view were amazing. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 24 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

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

Mini private fortress

We really felt like we were secluded from the word but for the view. This place was relaxing, clean and close to everything we wanted to see and do. Easy to find! Lots to do right there too. Gabe was very communicative and we just loved the dogs. Very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

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

Your own mini resort

The property is very well kept and clean. It is like being at a resort with access to pool and hot tub. Bed is very comfortable. Close to highways, stores, restaurants and outdoor activities. The hosts are very nice.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adeline L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely quiet hideaway retreat

Very private, adjacent to parkland, vista views, ideal for nature lovers, would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

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

Beautiful location

In a remote enough but close enough ti everything you need. Very clean home. Wonderful host and a bunch of nice addditions. Would love to return. Stood herefor the weekend and fell inlove with the property. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

Peace In The Woods

Wonderful stay with Gabe and Pat. Beautiful location with comfortable accommodations. The trail by the house leads to a beautiful river spot. Great for a picnic. Our daughter was graduating from Yale and this location had easy access to New Haven. Great nearby hiking, shopping and restaurants. Pat and Gabe checked on us often and were easy to contact. Definitely recommend and will book again for future trips
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

deborah f.

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

Peaceful

My husband and I wanted a place that was comfortable and close to our son who lives in CT. The location was perfect and access to stores and restaurants was nearby. We felt ver much ch at home there. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jill A.

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

Summer get away

Gabe and Pat were very helpful and accommodating and their dogs were adorable! The pool was perfect and private and had beautiful views!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Peggy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

shelton

very nice property
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Quiet wooded getaway

Nestled in the woods this is a quiet getaway. Very cozy bed and great linens. Owners are very friendly and welcoming. Located close to many restaurants. Short drive to the river. Highly reccommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S., Dunnellon, FL

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

Excellent stay

This is our 2nd time of staying at this house. The hosts are wonderful, Gabe and Pat. Beautiful location, quiet and peaceful. A lot of things to do. Within 5 minutes to restaurants and grocery stores.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc C.

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

Great for a family getaway!

Our stay was great! They place was well suited for a family visit. We loved the pool and privacy. The hosts were away while we stayed, but they communicated with us ahead of time and we had everything we needed. There was a small/cosmetic maintenance issue that required repair during our stay, but the handyman was poilte and unintrusive. My kids loved the pool, and I couldn't imagine a better place for a family getaway in CT!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

dallabrida6

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

Amazing Getaway

I loved this house as it was just the quiet getaway I was looking for. I was traveling with my dog and he couldn’t get enough of playing with Molly and Nate. Hoping to come back when its warmer to take full advantage of the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aimee B.

Beautiful naturesque property with cliff views and pool.

Great apartment stayed for a 3 month rotation and enjoyed my stay. Beautiful property. Everything you need is there! Close to all major cities, restaurants, gyms, laundry, grocery stores, and the Highway.
Stayed 79 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Perfect

This was just simply perfect! A perfectly set up kitchen 😀 Quality pots pans etc. Leg screen TV Immaculate. Beautiful pool. Privacy Lovely hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Meredith J.

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

Stunning View

Gorgeous property with an amazing view & fantastic pool. We really enjoyed our stay and would return to this property for another summer stay. One thing I would mention to future guests: bring your own pillows. For such a great location and space, the pillows are a little sad and need a fresh update.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mary G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Very Disappointed

VRBO list this apartment as TWO bedrooms. This is NOT TRUE! It is one bedroom with a small living room with a couch or blow up bed. The narrative description says one bedroom. The VRBO description needs to accurately reflect the apartment. We were scheduled to stay almost two weeks. There was only one dishtowel and insufficient toilet paper. We were asked to skim leaves off surface of pool. We did this but from the start there was debris at the bottom of the pool. Beautiful neighborhood but unable to walk given dogs that were not leashed.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Not very welcoming and definitely not a resort feeling

I stayed here by myself for 3 weeks while I completed a summer internship at a laboratory in Milford. I made the mistake of not reading the house manual in detail. Nevertheless, I apologized to Pat and Gabe for not having read the rules and committed to following all of them. I did my best to communicate with them that I would like to have 1 or 2 people over a week. It often took them 24+ hours to respond to my messages, which was pretty frustrating. They told me that I would have to give them several days' notice to have 1 or 2 friends over (this was NOT listed in the house manual at the time). When I told them that I couldn't guarantee several days' notice but would try my best, Pat voiced that she thought I was disrespectful and mentioned my age as potentially being the reason why. Pat's allegations me very uncomfortable, especially as a 25 y/o woman of color who frequently experiences discrimination and microaggressions. It didn't help that my dad had been injured by one of their dogs while helping me move in and Gabe couldn't even ask him if he was okay. The owners updated the house manual during my stay and listed "harassment by some guests" as the reason they don't allow guests to have visitors. If following all the house rules and asking to casually have a friend over (to not be in complete isolation for three weeks) is harassment, then I don't know what to say. I wouldn't recommend staying here if you're young or plan on having anyone over.
Stayed 25 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

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

Don't just look - BOOK!

If you are browsing other properties just stop right now! I travel for work & fun.This place is incredible!!! Oasis! Pat and Gabe are the warmest most thoughtful people. Their dogs, Nate & Molly, are the most well behaved sweetest dogs. So comfortable, clean, stunning views, best pool, great grill, hot tub, a playground! Everything so close: hiking, beach, shopping, fishing, all types of great restaurants. We did it all! Just a perfect place! Tips n tricks: - another person suggested bringing your own pillows. Agreed! Especially if you prefer fancy neck pillows or need a certain type of softness/firmness. - The most gorgeously wooded spot with Instagram worthy views. BUT bring bug spray if you are like my husband who is easily chewed up by mosquitos. (summer only) - Kitchen pantry: Read the listing and house manual. Reminder: most owners don't stock but occasionally you get ones that do. This is not that. Anything like cling wrap, tin foil, plastic bags, oils, spices, sugar, sheet pans...bring your own or grab at the nearby dollar store. - The apartment is set to 76 degrees. You have your own air conditioning which cools down but it defaults back to 76. So if you are going on a weekend like ours which was 100 degrees, and you like your temperature cooler (especially for sleeping) bring a fan or grab one at the local Walmart for $20. Going back in the fall! Can't wait already.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariana C.

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

Wonderful place

Me and my daughter enjoyed so much to stay there. The trees and birds remind us our country house in Puerto Rico.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

edward c.

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

Shelton Vacation

Excellent. Beautiful location, awesome view with panoramic sunsets. Very clean, neat, easy access from outside, great shower and kitchen. Great Samsung TV with easy hookup to computer and internet. Pat and Gab were wonderful hosts, making the stay very comfortable. Very easy access to stores, shops and resturants. Pools is huge, looked at least 20 by 40, clean and well maintianed. Apartment is smaller than the pics but no big deal. Living room is large with couches and tables. Great place if you have a pet with lots of room outside and safe for pet to play. Their dog Molly is so sweet and friendly. Over all I give it a 10.. Well worth the price..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lavaughn S.

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

Good

Good
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Pat

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"Not all who wander are lost." Although we have been occasionally accused of not being able to find our place, we always come back to Connecticut! Oh, a grandchild is a powerful magnet and the reason we bought this amazing property. We are a photographer -- writer/producer team, supposedly retired, about to embark on our next project once we put the finishing touches on our home renovation. The latter isn't progressing as quickly as it might as we are easily distracted just enjoying this wonderful property!

Why they chose this property

Well, porches, decks, balconies, woodlands, rock outcroppings, spectacular views, parading wildlife, a sense of seclusion, and 38 solar panels; who could ask for anything more? Oh, the lowest taxes in Fairfield County and being 10 minutes from 99% of everything we need (including our granddaughters) doesn't hurt either! Did I mention the swimming pool with it's hidden under-deck? Trés cool. Well, we recall the adage that you never want to own the most expensive house in a neighborhood, but just maybe that is why we could afford it in the first place!

What makes this property unique

I think I've somewhat covered the unique benefits, other than the flexible layout which was extremely conducive to our plans which are somewhere between totally unknown, and those that often change over night. It also was a challenge to cure all the faults that had been somewhat intentionally built in to the property. Like the fact that the only way to the garage was through the apartment; and that the backyard was really in the front yard meaning mud-caked children had to enter through the formal vestibule rather than a proper but non-existent back door. And, in fact, that all manner of icky or heavy things had to take a rather long and strenuous journey just to get inside the house through any of its many doors, all of them placed for graceful living rather than practicality. So there you have it. We're still grappling with what to do with the toilet in the under-deck and an upstairs foyer the size and shape of a good-sized master bedroom, but it's all good.

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