Fact sheet
Serenity Woods at a glance
The key facts about the estate, in one place: capacity, rates, amenities, rules and location.
| Name | Serenity Woods |
| Address | 150 Gillette Rd, New Hartford, CT 06057 |
| Region | Litchfield Hills, Connecticut |
| Property | Log cabin estate on 62 private acres |
| Sleeps | 21 guests (4 bedrooms, 11 beds including 3 pull-out couches, 4 bathrooms) |
| Weekday event, day use | $800 |
| Weekday overnight | $1,200 |
| Weekend single night | $3,000 |
| Weekend bundle (Fri and Sat) | $5,000 |
| Wedding weekend package | $15,000 (tables, chairs, linens, photo booth, audio guestbook) |
| Cleaning fee | $350 day use, $700 overnight, $1,000 weddings and large events |
| Security deposit | $2,000, held in case of damage and refunded after inspection. It is not part of the rental fees |
| Amenities | Hot tub, cedar sauna, game room, fitness room, fireplace, full kitchen, two laundry stations, Starlink Wi-Fi |
| Pool | On the property (use at your own risk, ask about availability for your dates) |
| Parking | up to 60 cars |
| Hosts | David Haberfeld, Stay and Play Investments LLC |
| Booking | Direct, Airbnb or VRBO |
| Phone | 860-919-6469 |
Rates are standard published rates. See rates and policies for what is and is not included.
Drive times to 150 Gillette Rd
| From | Drive time |
|---|---|
| Torrington, CT | about 15 minutes6 miles |
| Litchfield, CT | about 20 minutes11 miles |
| Avon, CT | about 25 minutes13 miles |
| Simsbury, CT | about 35 minutes17 miles |
| Hartford, CT (downtown) | about 40 minutes22 miles |
| Bradley International Airport (BDL) | about 1 hour33 miles |
| Springfield, MA | about 1 hour 10 minutes40 miles |
| New Haven, CT | about 1 hour 10 minutes47 miles |
| Providence, RI | about 2 hours 20 minutes97 miles |
| New York City | about 2 hours 45 minutes110 miles |
| Boston, MA | about 2 hours 45 minutes123 miles |
Estimated driving time and distance without traffic, from OpenStreetMap routing. Allow extra time at rush hour and in winter weather.
Planning guides
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No payment is taken on this form. Not sure of your dates? Give us a range. The $2,000 security deposit is separate from the date-holding deposit and is refundable after inspection if there is no damage.
- We confirm availability and send a written quote.
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- Only when you decide to book: a $2,000 non-refundable date-holding deposit holds your date and comes off your total.
Quick answers
What is Serenity Woods?
Serenity Woods is a private log cabin estate on 62 acres in New Hartford, Connecticut, booked as a private estate for one party at a time, for stays and events.
How far is it from Hartford, New York and Boston?
About 40 minutes from downtown Hartford, about 1 hour from Bradley Airport, and about 2 hours 45 minutes from New York City and from Boston, without traffic.
Where is Serenity Woods located?
150 Gillette Rd, New Hartford, CT 06057, in the Litchfield Hills, at the end of a half-mile private driveway.
How many guests does it sleep?
21 guests across 4 bedrooms and 11 beds, with 4 bathrooms.
How much does it cost?
$800 weekday event (day use), $1,200 weekday overnight, $3,000 weekend single night, $5,000 Friday and Saturday bundle. Cleaning fee ($350 day use, $700 overnight, $1,000 weddings and large events) and a $2,000 refundable security deposit are additional.
Can I host a wedding there?
Yes. Weddings of 20 to 60 guests fit best, and 100 guests have been seated indoors for dinner. You get the full weekend and an open vendor policy.
Are parties allowed?
Yes, with conditions. A sound system for indoor and outdoor use is provided, but no additional amplified music is allowed outdoors because of a town ordinance. The primary guest must be 25 or older.
Is there a hot tub?
Yes, with a 4-person maximum, plus a cedar sauna.
Is the property plowed in winter?
Yes, the property is plowed.
Is there a pool?
Yes, there is a pool on the property. Use of the pool and hot tub is at your own risk. Ask about availability for your dates.
What are check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in time is 11:00 a.m. and standard check-out time is 3:00 p.m.
Is the security deposit refundable?
The $2,000 security deposit is refundable after inspection if there is no damage. It is separate from the $2,000 deposit that holds your date, which is non-refundable and comes off your total, and the balance is due 30 days before your stay.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes, Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi.
Is parking available?
Yes, for up to 60 cars between the driveway and an auxiliary lot.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are welcome. Let us know when you book.
How close is skiing?
Ski Sundown is about 5 minutes away.
How do I book?
Use the form on the contact page, call 860-919-6469, or book on Airbnb or VRBO.