I think a staycation could be the answer to all your problems. If you’re tired of all the hustle and bustle of the city ,or just bored of being at home, consider taking a weekend off and driving over to Litchfield. This small town along the historic green maintains its 18th century look and is a great spot for hiking and biking. But this staycation is less about outdoor activity and more about good old fashioned relaxation.
So here’s what day one will look like:
ChrissyJ/Flickr After a relaxing morning and breakfast, hop in the car and make your way over. When you arrive in town, you’ll immediately recognize the quaint New England set up and instantly start to feel more relaxed.
Litchfield Inn/TripAdvisor Go ahead and check in to the Litchfield Inn so you can drop your things off and start exploring. The newly renovated spaces don’t kill the budget, and will make you feel like 18th century aristocrats.
Litchfield Inn/TripAdvisor The inside mixes modern with historical, and the rooms are spacious. Plus breakfast comes included in the price so you’ll have a nice and easy morning while you’re here!
Aer Blarney Balloons/Yelp Your exploration will take on new life when you schedule your 3 hour hot air balloon tour. Schedule ahead of time to make sure there’s availability and say yes to the champagne!
Aer Blarney Balloons, LLC/Facebook This direction free exploration will allow you to wander the skies and witness incredible aerial views. The slight breeze, the sun’s warmth and the friendly smiles will make you swoon.
Google Maps After elevating yourself, do the same for your tastebuds at Arethusa al Tavolo. The farm-to-table restaurant has a cozy feel and excellent service.
Brooks F./Yelp This restaurant is a lot of pricier, but the tastes are well worth it. Pair these flavor packed plates with a bottle of wine and have the best night you’ve had in a while.
Litchfield Inn/TripAdvisor Return to your room at the Litchfield Inn and curl up in bed for a nice night of sleep. Maybe watch a little TV or read a book. This is your weekend after all!
Day two is all about taking things slow.
Litchfield Inn/TripAdvisor Partake in the included breakfast at Litchfield Inn and make your way outside when you’re good and ready.
Jaclyn Z./Yelp Spend the afternoon at Haight-Brown Vineyard exploring over twenty acres of lush land and tasting the wine. If you want to learn about the process, take a tour.
Mari K./Yelp Simple fares, like cheese and chocolate plates, are offered on the weekends. So, this spot will do well for a light lunch.
Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr Return to town so you can explore Main Street and get up close and personal with Litchfield. Fee free to window shop or snag a spot in the grass to people watch. Then head back to the inn to freshen up before dinner and take a nap if needed.
The White Horse Country Pub/Yelp The White Horse Country Pub will make a perfect dinner spot, especially when it comes to dessert!
Dante L./Yelp Enjoy the unique menu, marked by the horse, and take advantage of the outdoor seating and quiet atmosphere. Moderate prices, but above average eats!
Now that you’ve done it all, you can head back to the inn for one more night and a nice breakfast before you hit the road, or start heading home right away. But I doubt you’ll be in a hurry to leave!
ChrissyJ/Flickr
After a relaxing morning and breakfast, hop in the car and make your way over. When you arrive in town, you’ll immediately recognize the quaint New England set up and instantly start to feel more relaxed.
Litchfield Inn/TripAdvisor
Go ahead and check in to the Litchfield Inn so you can drop your things off and start exploring. The newly renovated spaces don’t kill the budget, and will make you feel like 18th century aristocrats.
The inside mixes modern with historical, and the rooms are spacious. Plus breakfast comes included in the price so you’ll have a nice and easy morning while you’re here!
Aer Blarney Balloons/Yelp
Your exploration will take on new life when you schedule your 3 hour hot air balloon tour. Schedule ahead of time to make sure there’s availability and say yes to the champagne!
Aer Blarney Balloons, LLC/Facebook
This direction free exploration will allow you to wander the skies and witness incredible aerial views. The slight breeze, the sun’s warmth and the friendly smiles will make you swoon.
Google Maps
After elevating yourself, do the same for your tastebuds at Arethusa al Tavolo. The farm-to-table restaurant has a cozy feel and excellent service.
Brooks F./Yelp
This restaurant is a lot of pricier, but the tastes are well worth it. Pair these flavor packed plates with a bottle of wine and have the best night you’ve had in a while.
Return to your room at the Litchfield Inn and curl up in bed for a nice night of sleep. Maybe watch a little TV or read a book. This is your weekend after all!
Partake in the included breakfast at Litchfield Inn and make your way outside when you’re good and ready.
Jaclyn Z./Yelp
Spend the afternoon at Haight-Brown Vineyard exploring over twenty acres of lush land and tasting the wine. If you want to learn about the process, take a tour.
Mari K./Yelp
Simple fares, like cheese and chocolate plates, are offered on the weekends. So, this spot will do well for a light lunch.
Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr
Return to town so you can explore Main Street and get up close and personal with Litchfield. Fee free to window shop or snag a spot in the grass to people watch. Then head back to the inn to freshen up before dinner and take a nap if needed.
The White Horse Country Pub/Yelp
The White Horse Country Pub will make a perfect dinner spot, especially when it comes to dessert!
Dante L./Yelp
Enjoy the unique menu, marked by the horse, and take advantage of the outdoor seating and quiet atmosphere. Moderate prices, but above average eats!
But if you’re not completely sold, this video of the Litchfield community video will show you everything you need to be convinced!
If you’ve had a chance to visit this beautiful town, tell us about it!
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