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Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Washington, CT
  • Place, Lake Waramaug
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Bushnell State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Steep Rock Preserve
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

New Preston

This vacation home places you within a 5-minute walk of Mount Bushnell State Park and Lake Waramaug. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Waramaug - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mount Bushnell State Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Steep Rock Preserve - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Candlewood Lake - 15 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Lake Compounce - 50 min drive - 37.9 miles

Getting around

  • Appalachian Trail - 37 min drive
  • Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪G.W. Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Warren General - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Marty's Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Tea Room - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Annex/Former Artist Studio

Come and dream of your life as an artist! This beautiful retreat was once an artist's studio and Marc Chagall's respite from NY.
Newly renovated; bright, clean and well decorated. This suite is quiet and separate from the owners converted barn home.
Great hiking and biking and shopping nearby.
The leaves are turning - this is a fabulous base for your leaf peeping adventures or for parent weekends at the local boarding schools.
Access to Lake Waramaug with the owners beach pass. Bring your bikes, your kayak and your hiking shoes.
Wine bar and excellent restaurants nearby.

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, a kitchen island, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO smoking of any substance in the rooms.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 27

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No parties or events. Guests staying more than one week will pay a $125. cleaning fee for each additional cleaning - once weekly recommended.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Must be friendly dogs. We have dogs.

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Accompanied by parents at all times.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO smoking of any substance in the rooms.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 27

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Private Annex/former Artist Studo
Private Annex/former Artist Studio New Preston
Private Annex/former Artist Studio Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home in New Preston is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Waramaug and Mount Bushnell State Park. You'll also find Hopkins Vineyard and Lake Waramaug State Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio?

With a stay at this lakeside vacation home, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each house plus a kitchen and free WiFi in some.

Are there hot tubs at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford), which is 21.9 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal), which is located 26.3 mi away (41-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio?

Yes, every house at Private Annex/Former Artist Studio comes with a balcony.

Private Annex/Former Artist Studio Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

david l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had another wonderful stay at the Artist's annex!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

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

Great vacation

Great property great location wonderful day
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in the Annex. Melanie was excellent to deal with and everything was perfect. Clean, close to everything, comfortable, and had everything we needed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david l.

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

Loved our stay!

We had a wonderful 3 night stay in the Artist Annex! Everyrhing was jus
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unfortunately our dog passed away. She would have loved the place, Would have been even better if we stay during warmer weather..
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alla R.

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

Lovely home

Lovely home and lovely hosts. Location is ideal to all this beautiful area has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

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

Charming 2 bedroom

Everything was inviting, lovely, charming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

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

Beautiful

It has stairs to climb up to apartment. Everything was lovely.And the owners go out of their way to make you feel welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent choice for our leaf peeping girls trip. Tge property was just perfect for our needs. Melanie and Gary were very helpful and hospitable. We would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas E.

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

Quaint studio

We enjoyed our stay with Melanie and Gary. The space is nicely decorated and comfortable. The hosts were very responsive. The wine and biscotti welcome gifts were delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah C.

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

Flirtation Stay

Lovely property. GREAT chocolate chip cookies. Easy from our main visiting location at the Frederick Gunn School.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heath W.

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

Amazing, cute cottage

Melanie, the owner, is wonderful. The cottage is private, clean, airy, with lots of natural light. The beds are very comfortable and the house comes with a kitchenette and outdoor gas grill. We will definitely return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The owner greeted us the first night. Very pleasant and super friendly. The space is beautiful and the fact that it was once an artist's studio for me made it even more special. The nearby lake is gorgeous. We brought our dog and she was very relaxed and comfortable for the stay. I thoroughly enjoyed the property and our mini vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

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

Cottage in the trees

Melanie's guest unit was perfect for my stay with my two children. Close to the lake, beautiful/quiet neighborhood. Everything we hoped for. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I booked this room for my daughter and her family, and I live down the street. The rental is beautiful, clean, roomy and full of sunlight. There is a small kitchen and a grill on the porch - you can eat in the landscaped back yard. My son-in-law is a man of few words and raved about it. Melanie was very pleasant and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jodi c.

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

MDW Break in the woods

Melanie and Gary are lovely hosts! Their place is a special little gem in the woods near New Preston. And they have some friendly pups and delicious chocolate chip cookies! :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicia P.

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

Charming escape, wonderful hosts

Melanie and Gary were great from moment we reserved the annex for a last minute long weekend. The annex is a suite of 2BRs, kitchen and bath w/a lovely patio where u can grill. When I noticed that there wasn't a hairdryer as advertised, Melanie immediately ordered one to be delivered. Everything we needed was available. Location great for exploring Litchfield county.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha F.

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

Restorative Retreat in the Berkshires!

We enjoyed our restorative stay at Chagall’s Retreat in New Preston. Melanie and Gary were amazing hosts: we were welcomed with delicious cookies and a bottle of wine! The studio was well appointed and we had a great time walking the boardwalk at White Memorial (excellent suggestion of Melanie’s): our French bulldog had a great time too! Thank uou
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

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

Thank you Melanie!

Thank you so much Melanie.......the place was beautiful and perfect for us. We visited so many cool shops and restaurants, the lake, the Washington Green, etc. We even enjoyed the rain because we don't get to experience it much in Vegas. :) Again, thank you for making our stay memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George C.

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

A perfect 5-star VRBO retreat

Loved our stay at Chagall's retreat. We were in town over Memorial Day weekend for a friend's birthday and luckily found Melanie's guesthouse nearby. Convenient location, walking distance to the lake, beautiful surroundings, extremely comfortable and very clean and quiet. Loved the adjacent patio surrounded by nature. Easy access and parking. The home-made cookies were an unexpected bonus. Melanie was welcoming and friendly, and had great recommendations for restaurants etc. 100% would stay again next time in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane G.

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

a beautiful respite

We loved the cottage and the owners were very responsive to any of our questions. Only concern was that the skylights let in light and I'm sensitive to light so woke up earlier than I wanted to in the morning. On the other hand it was great to be up when the rest of the world was quiet. We got to see a bear!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilda R.

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

New Preston Charm + Warm Welcome =Christmas Unforgettable Stay

This charming 2-bedroom New Preston apartment was the perfect escape! Cozy rooms welcomed us with peace and comfort, melting away city stress. Host Melanie's warm smile and delicious homemade cookies added a personal touch that made our stay truly heartwarming. Reconnecting with nature was easy - breathtaking scenery, quiet streets, and a nearby lake offered peaceful beauty. This wasn't just a place to stay, it was an experience we'll treasure. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ P.S. too bad I forgot Ask Melanie for the cookie recipe, were delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

Perfect place to relax and recharge!

The Artist Annex was just what I was looking for: a perfect little getaway to recharge my batteries for a few days. Melanie and Gary (as well as their adorable dogs) were gracious and accommodating hosts, and the space was bright and airy with a perfect deck for coffee in the a.m. and wine in the evening (chipmunk visitors aplenty)! The complimentary bottle of wine and delish chocolate chip cookies were a perfect touch! Great places nearby for hiking, and plenty of sights to explore. Definitely check out The Smithy Cafe at 9 Main, The Owl Wine Bar and White Horse Pub. All of the locals I met along the way were so friendly and New Preston itself was quaint and picturesque. Would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Quaint and cozy, lovely property to relax and unwind

My GF and I stayed at the property for a week to get away from the hustle and bustle. The location was very nice and quiet and the artist studio was beautifully adorned to create an inspiring mood. I was able to write as well as prepare for some presentations and attend meetings while I tell worked. The kitchen was a little small but we ate our meals mostly outside, which had a very nice and large picnic table to dine. The smaller adjacent bedroom was nice to have for guests, but we found that it would have benefit d to have a comfortable sofa and sitting area to spread out and relax. Overall it was a great place and we would recommend it to anyone who wants to relax as we did.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laurie l.

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

Delightful!

A charming apartment close to Lake Waramug and the tiny village of New Preston. The space is light and airy. From the piles of sumptuous towels to the fabulous homemade cookies it's perfect spot for a long weekend (or more), The kitchen is small but quite serviceable. there is no living room per se but there is a lovely deck which was even better. Melanie could not have been a more warm and gracious host. We hope to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022