The Homestead Inn

Our 154 year old inn is elegant yet tranquil and informal, featuring rich architectural details.

All of our 14 guest rooms have been recently redecorated and are furnished with country antiques and reproductions. Each room has a private bath, desk, cable television, air conditioning and telephone. Free Wireless Internet Access available.

Our common areas feature two fireplaces, antiques, and the work of several local artists. Guests are invited to use our large living room, front and back porches, and enjoy our perennial gardens; browse through our library of Inn Guides and brochures of area attractions in the lobby.

We are AAA and Mobil approved and featured in:

Yankee Magazine Travel Catalogue Bed and Breakfast Listing
Fodor's Guide To New England
Bed and Breakfast in New England
America's Wonderful Little Hotels and Inns
The Complete Guide to Bed and Breakfasts, Inns, & Guest Houses
The Complete Guide to American Bed and Breakfasts
Family Bed & Breakfast, and Country Inns of New England
The Official Guide to American Historic Inns
Frommers Bed and Breakfast -- New England
The Best Places to Stay in New England

We serve a hearty continental breakfast which you can enjoy in our dining room, living room or the front porch overlooking the Village Green. Our Breakfast buffet includes fruit juices, English muffins, cereals, hearty bread, muffins, yogurts, cheeses, jams, fresh homemade waffles, coffee, and teas.

This lovely corner of Litchfield Hills, Connecticut offers great antiquing, streams, lakes, waterfalls, hiking, and all the relaxation one could want. The town of New Milford, nestled in the Litchfield Hills has the longest Green in New England, lined with shops, old houses and churches. Antique stores are only minutes away.

Free Local Calls ~ Gift Certificates Available ~ Free High Speed Wireless Available

Outdoor attractions in our area include Candlewood Lake, Lake Waramaug, the Housatonic River, the Shepaug River, Lake Lillinonah, the Appalachian Trail, and several parks. The towns of Roxbury, Woodbury, Litchfield and Kent all host many fine antique stores and shops. The town of New Milford has summer theater, year round theater, concerts on the green in August, and many fine shops and restaurants. This is an area rich in history; explore early American homes, museums and historical sites.

Within minutes of the inn are several lakes, a golf course, hiking trails and antique shops. New Milford also boasts wonderful restaurants, several of which are within walking distance. Come stay with us to be in the center of it all!

Love this Inn!  Ken Merten, US Ambassador, Haiti

You guys are the best.  Sasha W, Colorado Springs, CO

Bill & Sherry you are very nice.  Thank you for your hospitality.  We always take a little piece of your place home.  Ana D,  Mexico City, Mexico.  

Bill & Sherry As always, it’s a pleasure to stay at the Homestead!  It feels like I'm coming home when I come to New Milford!  Thanks for everything!  See you again in the near future. 
Derek S, Syracuse, NY

The Homestead Inn has a long and successful history of providing lodging to the rich and the famous. And, unlike other local lodging establishments, all of the following guests not only spent the day at the Homestead Inn, they slept here too! the following is a list of some of those that have stayed at the Homestead Inn.

1928 - 2003

Joe and Rose Kennedy, as well and most likely the children, especially JFK
Vladimir Horowitz, Pianist
Leopold Stowkowski, Composer
Frederick March, Actor (Inherent the Wind with Spencer Tracy) 2 Oscars for Best Actor
Philip Kappel, Artist
Dr. Warren Weaver, Scientist, Pioneer in Machine Translation, died in New Milford in 1978
Edith Newton, Local Artist

2003 - Present

Charles E. Schumer, United States Senator, NY
Mike Rowe, Media Personality, "Dirty Jobs"
Butch Patrick, Child Actor (Eddy Munster)
The Batmobile, One of the 6 Original Batmobiles
Pepe Romero, Classical Guitarist
John Tesh, Televison Presenter and Radio Host
Beverley Owen, Original Marilyn on the Munsters
Bob Margolin, Blues Guitar Player and Singer
Pat Martino, Jazz Guitarist
Joseph Greico, Artist
Manuel Barrueco, Classical Guitarist
Kenneth Merten, Ambassador to Haiti 2009 - Present - U.S. Embassy in Haiti
Redondo Blackman, NBA All-Star
M. A. Batio, Rock Guitarist
Lloyd Garrison, Artist
Hubert Sumlin, Blues Guitarist
Steven Banks, Writer, actor (Spongebob SquarePants)

Canoeing, Rafting & Tubing

Clarke Outdoors
163 Rte. 7, West Cornwall, CT 06796. (860) 672-6365. Canoe, kayak and raft on the beautiful Housatonic River. Rentals, guide service and instruction available. Whitewater rafting at Bulls Bridge Gorge in the Spring. Kayak instruction available by ACA Certified Instructors. Large retail store March 15-Dec. 2.  Clarke Outdoor Website

The Trading Post, LLC
314 Kent Road (Route 7N), New Milford, CT 06776 (860) 354-3276; and 618 Main St. (Rte. 25), Monroe, CT 06468. (203) 261-0618. Canoe and Kayak Outfitters located on the Housatonic River. We offer the finest paddle sport products from Old Town, Perception, Wilderness Systems, Current Designs, and Ocean Kayak for paddlers of all ages and abilities. Personalized lessons, large rental fleet, family and corporate outings/demonstrations are tailored to your individual needs and requirements. We even have our very own demonstration pond! Open 6 days a week, closed Wed. Trading Post Website

Golf Courses

Candlewood Valley Country Club, 401 Danbury Rd, New Milford, CT, 860-354-9359 Golf at Candlewood Valley Country Club is being met by our professional starters who effortlessly get you situated for your round, before you check in at our Golf Shop. It is our PGA Golf Professionals who will take the time to make sure you are on your “A” game. It is our Superintendent and his dedicated team making sure the tees, fairways, greens, and grounds are in superior condition. Visit Website

Horseback Riding

Lee's Riding Stable, Inc.
57 East Litchfield Rd., off Rte. 118, Litchfield, CT 06759. (860) 567-0785.Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live the dream of horseback riding in the rolling hills of the beautiful Litchfield, Connecticut countryside? A visit to Lee's Riding Stable, Inc. in Litchfield, Connecticut can make your dream come true! With well-mannered trail horses and experienced trail guides, your ride is bound to be one to remember. Ages 7 and up are welcome on the trail from 9am – 5pm, 7 days a week. For the younger horse lovers, pony rides are offered in our indoor and outdoor rings. You will want to come back again and again!  Lee's Riding Stable Website

Lakes & Hiking

Candlewood Lake.
Candlewood Lake has been the lakeside recreation hub in Connecticut since the 1920s. It is the largest lake in the state and one of the biggest man-made lakes in the country. Candlewood Lake offers nearly 90 miles of shoreline that run through five quaint towns, including New Milford. Candlewood Lake is a favorite destination for waterskiing, wakeboarding, boating, and year-round fishing. Scuba divers will find an exceptional experience at Candlewood Lake. Remains of historic towns that dotted the area prior to the lake's construction can be explored, including old roads and covered bridges. Echo Bay Marina, Gerard's Waters Edge Marina and Candlewood East Marina are full-service facilities located at various points around the Candlewood Lake.

Mt. Tom
3 miles west of Bantam off Rte. 202. The stone tower at summit of Mt. Tom 1,325 ft. is a favored destination among hikers. The tower trail is about 1 mile long. Picnicking, swimming, hiking, stocked fishing, boating/non-motor, scuba diving, and ice-skating. Charge: daily. Park Office: (860) 868-2592.

Lake Waramaug
off Rte. 45, New Preston. Scenically, few bodies of water in CT. can rival the unspoiled beauty of Lake Waramaug. 77 campsites, bathrooms, showers, concession, swimming, scuba diving, picnicking, fishing, field sports, hiking, ice skating, camper nature program, mountain biking. Charge: camping, weekends and holidays. Campground Office: (860) 868-0220 (May 15-Sept. 30). Park Office: (860) 868-2592.

Visit "Litchfield County On Demand", it's a great source for things to do in the area! It has activities and events from all over New Milford and Litchfield County. Litchfield County On Demand Website

FROM I-84 EAST -- (NY, NJ, PA)
In Danbury, take Exit 7 (Route 7 North) exit from left lane. Proceed 13 miles North to New Milford. (202 East joins 7 North after 4 miles) In New Milford, follow 202 East to the right and cross steel bridge (Bridge Street). Go to 3rd traffic light at Village Green. Go left on far side of Village Green (Main Street). Go 3 blocks to top of green. Turn right on Elm Street and Inn is on the left. Made next left onto Treadwell and left into parking lot behind Inn.

FROM I-84 WEST -- (Hartford)
Take Exit 15 at Southbury, go right at bottom of ramp onto 6 and 67 North, in 2 miles 67 North turns left. Follow 67 North approximately 18 miles to New Milford. At Intersection with 202, turn right onto 202 East (Pass gas station on right). Proceed 3 blocks to light. Make left on Elm Street, go one block. Make a right on Treadwell and Inn is on the left. Go left into parking lot behind Inn.

FROM 7 SOUTH -- (Albany, VT, Western MA)
At intersection with 202 in New Milford, go left on 202 East - Go straight over bridge and up 3 lights to Village Green. Proceed to top of green. Turn right on Elm Street and Inn is on the left. Made next left onto Treadwell and left into parking lot behind Inn.

FROM 202 WEST -- (Litchfield)
From light at intersection with 109 in New Milford (Valley Dodge on right) go 1� miles to next light. Turn right onto Elm Street. Go one block to Treadwell and make a right. We are on the left, turn left into parking lot behind the inn.