Cornwall Cottage’s Guidebook
Sightseeing
A sprawling 1000 acre estate that’s open to the public with panoramic views of the Catskill and Berkshire mountains due to its impressive 1200 ft elevation (the highest point in the region!). This historic property was once owned by Chauncey Devereux Stillman, an investor and philanthropist with a passion for nature, beauty, and proper stewardship of the land. The gorgeous estate features meticulously maintained gardens and trails, including a reflecting pool, Cupid fountain, goldfish pond with water lilies, stunning peacocks, and a beech tree “tunnel.” Tours of the main house and carriage house are also available. Bring a picnic and enjoy the very best that nature has to offer!
The estate is open June through September on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from noon until 5pm. Tickets are $15 per adult and free for children under 12. Tickets are best purchased in advance through their website: wethersfield.org
This magical destination is a scenic 40 minute drive from Cornwall Cottage.
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Wethersfield Estate
257 Pugsley Hill RdA sprawling 1000 acre estate that’s open to the public with panoramic views of the Catskill and Berkshire mountains due to its impressive 1200 ft elevation (the highest point in the region!). This historic property was once owned by Chauncey Devereux Stillman, an investor and philanthropist with a passion for nature, beauty, and proper stewardship of the land. The gorgeous estate features meticulously maintained gardens and trails, including a reflecting pool, Cupid fountain, goldfish pond with water lilies, stunning peacocks, and a beech tree “tunnel.” Tours of the main house and carriage house are also available. Bring a picnic and enjoy the very best that nature has to offer!
The estate is open June through September on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from noon until 5pm. Tickets are $15 per adult and free for children under 12. Tickets are best purchased in advance through their website: wethersfield.org
This magical destination is a scenic 40 minute drive from Cornwall Cottage.
Outdoor Recreation
A local hidden gem that offers canoe and kayak rentals, whitewater rafting, and guided tours of the northwestern segment of the Housatonic River. Open seasonally.
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Clarke Outdoors
163 US-7A local hidden gem that offers canoe and kayak rentals, whitewater rafting, and guided tours of the northwestern segment of the Housatonic River. Open seasonally.
The best way to see the beautiful sights this area has to offer is almost certainly by electric bike. With 2-hour, half-day, and full-day rental options, it’s never been easier to get up close and personal with the great outdoors…all without breaking a sweat!
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Covered Bridge Electric Bike
421 Sharon-Goshen TurnpikeThe best way to see the beautiful sights this area has to offer is almost certainly by electric bike. With 2-hour, half-day, and full-day rental options, it’s never been easier to get up close and personal with the great outdoors…all without breaking a sweat!
A local favorite for skiing, snowboarding and tubing. Home of the first ever snow-making system to be used at a resort. Fantastic on-site dining options including a large base camp lodge and a skin in/out trail cafe. Great rental options and instruction lessons to choose from. With 26 trails, 8 lifts, and multiple snow tubing lanes (must be 42” tall to use the snow tubes), there’s something for the whole family to enjoy! Located just 4 minutes from Cornwall Cottage.
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Área de Esqui de Mohawk Mountain
46 Great Hollow RdA local favorite for skiing, snowboarding and tubing. Home of the first ever snow-making system to be used at a resort. Fantastic on-site dining options including a large base camp lodge and a skin in/out trail cafe. Great rental options and instruction lessons to choose from. With 26 trails, 8 lifts, and multiple snow tubing lanes (must be 42” tall to use the snow tubes), there’s something for the whole family to enjoy! Located just 4 minutes from Cornwall Cottage.
A state park geared towards beach lovers! Located on historic Lake Waramaug amongst the homes of the rich and famous, you’ll love the #lakelife scene in this trendy area. A small sandy beach with plenty of picnic spots (both shaded and sunny), grills, and personal watercraft rentals as well as public restrooms and a snack shack make this the perfect spot to spend a warm summer day with the family. Head into quaint New Preston for lunch/dinner or some upscale shopping to complete your outing. Located just 21 minutes from Cornwall Cottage.
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Lake Waramaug State Park
30 Lake Waramaug RdA state park geared towards beach lovers! Located on historic Lake Waramaug amongst the homes of the rich and famous, you’ll love the #lakelife scene in this trendy area. A small sandy beach with plenty of picnic spots (both shaded and sunny), grills, and personal watercraft rentals as well as public restrooms and a snack shack make this the perfect spot to spend a warm summer day with the family. Head into quaint New Preston for lunch/dinner or some upscale shopping to complete your outing. Located just 21 minutes from Cornwall Cottage.
Lime Rock Park
60 White Hollow RdGroceries
While you’re certainly deep in the countryside at Cornwall Cottage, it can be a relief to know that grocery essentials are just a 4 minute drive away at Cornwall Market in the center of Cornwall Bridge. And within a 20 minute driving radius of Cornwall Cottage, there are 2 local markets as well as several supermarkets including Aldi. So don’t stress if you forgot that key ingredient to make a favorite vacation dish - everything you could possibly need to make your culinary dreams come true is closer than you think!
A 15 minute drive down Route 7 will bring you to the IGA in Kent where you will find a more traditional grocery store with all the usual suspects as well as a healthy dose of gourmet offerings.
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Davis IGA
27 Kent Green BlvdA 15 minute drive down Route 7 will bring you to the IGA in Kent where you will find a more traditional grocery store with all the usual suspects as well as a healthy dose of gourmet offerings.
A 16 minute drive west into Sharon will bring you to the Sharon Farm Market, a small-town grocery store with a deli counter and impressive Asian food section.
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Sharon Farm Market
10 Gay StA 16 minute drive west into Sharon will bring you to the Sharon Farm Market, a small-town grocery store with a deli counter and impressive Asian food section.
Stop and Shop Plaza
11 East Main StreetALDI
320 E Elm StStop & Shop
55 Village Green DrKid Activities
KidsPlay Children's Museum
61 Main StTrevor Zoo at Millbrook School
282 Millbrook School RdTheaters
Sharon Playhouse
49 Amenia RdWarner Theater
68 Main StInfinity Hall Norfolk
20 Greenwoods Rd WBreweries
Kent Falls Brewing
33 Camps RdGreat Falls Brewing Company
75 W Main StBad Dog Brewing Company
117 Water StreetKings Highway Cider Garden
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