Family-friendly vacation rentals in Colchester

"Mystic Country" Farm Stay at 100 Acre Wood

Let us welcome you to 100 Acre Wood, a historic farm and working cattle ranch. Owl's House is a private and stylish guest house nestled within the trees and garden and offers 180° views. Our farm store is stocked with our own TX Longhorn beef and pasture-raised chicken and eggs, plus curated with local products. Enjoy pastoral farm life and our private forest trails, or get out and play in the area's abundance of fine dining, wineries, seasonal attractions, outdoor activities, and entertainment.

Guesthouse Farm Stay

Come stay with us on our historic working farm! Relax on the back deck and enjoy views of our 12-acre property and peaceful pastures. For a more hands-on experience, join us for a tour to get a closer look at life on the farm. Established in 1739, our farm has a rich history in agriculture and livestock. The cozy studio-style cottage features an open living space with combined bedroom, living, and dining area, along with a kitchenette and bathroom with a shower for your comfort and convenience.

Romantic Getaway at The Lake!

Beautiful year round getaway! Relax and have a glass of wine by the lake. Wake early to enjoy the sun rising directly over the lake with a fresh cup of coffee. Enjoy direct lake access on a trophy bass lake including a beautiful dock. Hot tub overlooking the water open year round. Enjoy dinner in front of beautiful gas fireplace. Amazing sunrises and colorful sunsets. The location and amenities make for a fantastic romantic getaway for two! Centrally located 30 minutes from the Mohegan Casino.

Water Forest Retreat- Tree House

Water Forest Retreat Tree House is a 168 sq ft. private heated and electrified tiny home with stained glass windows surrounding an oak tree nestled on 56 acres of forest. Enjoy your favorite drink out on the deck up in the trees while watching the birds. There are 2 1/2 miles of hiking trails with a brook, waterfall, marsh and pond. Come here to hike, fish or just relax in this beautiful forest. We also have an OCTAGON and HIKER’S HAVEN house. Please click on our profile picture to read more.

Gardner Lake 2 Queen/1King/2 Bath/Laundry- Private

Stay with us for a relaxing, family lake vacation! Bring your family to our peaceful, private and BRAND NEW 3 bedroom - 2-bathroom home. We are located one block from the Gardner Lake public boat launch, easy access to the public beach. Just a short drive to Mystic, Stonington, Vineyards, Mohegan Sun & Foxwoods. Close to CT College, Mitchell, and USCGA. Cook your favorite meal in our fully equipped kitchen, you will think you never left home! Contact Peter or Adam to discuss your situation.

Wizard's Roost and Underhill Hollow

Have you ever slept on a floating bed, levitated a planet with a wand, played wizard's chess, spoken with a bird house, watched a heron hunt, crawled through a halfling door or fed goats by hand? At the Wizard's Roost you can do this plus much more. Animate a Pegasus, sample a Spider Crisp, go on a treasure hunt or find fairy houses all while staying in an A-C cabin with a full private bath. Built on the mythical site of Yarvard Hale School of Magic, this get away places you inside a dream.

Welcome to The Holly at Amston Lake

Welcome to The Holly at Amston Lake! Great two-bedroom cottage situated in a peaceful lake community. Great place to enjoy time with family and friends. Take a stroll down to the main beach or enjoy the great views of the lake from the deck! Don't forget about the gas fire pit for those chilly evenings. We are located near numerous vineyards, a brewery, the Connecticut Airline Trail, and great local restaurants! Guests have access to the grill, fire pit, kayaks, and two main beaches.

Go Jump in the Lake!

Our recently renovated lake house is situated on 1.5 acres just 250 steps to the Cove Road boat launch on beautiful Amston Lake. The lake is a pristine 188-acre retreat located in Lebanon and Hebron, CT. Swimming, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, fishing, and sunbathing are all activities you can enjoy. There are no motor boats allowed so you can enjoy all of those activities in a peaceful environment. Two beaches are located 1/2 or 1 mile away with ample parking at both

Penny Corner Airbnb

My place is located up the hill from Good Speed Opera House. The Opera House is on the same side of the river as my place. The folklore is that vacationers used to pay a penny to have their belongings transported by ox and wagon from the port at the river to this corner. A two family home built in 1884. The space is a ground level 1 bedroom apartment with private entrance. There is no TV in the unit, WIFI is available for your devices.

Lake - PetsOK - Wi-Fi - W&D - Fire Pit - Kayaks

The Lake House boasts an outdoor patio with a dog-run, complimentary kayaks for exploration, and a cozy fire pit under the starlight sky! ● 333 Mbps Wi-Fi | 43” Smart UHD TV | Washer & Dryer ● Nintendo (NES) w/ 30 Games | Board Games | Puzzles ● 4x Kayaks | Watercraft Trolleys | Horseshoe Pit ● Patio w/ Fire Pit & Gas Grill| Full Kitchen | Coffee (Keurig) Drive to: UCONN (10 Mins) | Hartford (20 Mins) | Boston (1 Hour) | NYC (2 Hours)

River Barn, Sidewalk Stroll into Essex Village

The Coolest Airbnb in Connecticut (Conde Nast Traveler 2021) The barn is a perfect retreat. Ideal for those looking to take a break from city life or those working remotely. Would also make for a lovely place to call home while you are selling or renovating your own home. Couples, two good friends, singles, or a family with an older child will enjoy the configuration. It will also make for a lovely getaway for a couple with a newborn.

Waterfront Bliss Tiny Home

Lakeside Bliss in a Tiny Package Step into a world of relaxation at this cozy tiny house on Pattagansett Lake. In addition to the huge picture window overlooking the beautiful natural lake setting, the tiny house is equipped with a queen bed, full kitchen, high speed Wi-Fi, and unmatched ambiance. Perfect for nature lovers or couples looking for a unique stay by the lake!