Holiday houses in Durham

Guesthouse Farm Stay

Come stay with us on our historic working farm! Relax on the back deck and enjoy views of our 12-acre property and peaceful pastures. For a more hands-on experience, join us for a tour to get a closer look at life on the farm. Established in 1739, our farm has a rich history in agriculture and livestock. The cozy studio-style cottage features an open living space with combined bedroom, living, and dining area, along with a kitchenette and bathroom with a shower for your comfort and convenience.

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Updated 2-bedroom Near Wesleyan-Middletown

Welcome to Middletown! We are sure you will love your stay in this newly renovated apartment. This centrally located 2- bedroom apartment sleeps 4 comfortably with a large king bed in one bedroom with a TV and full bed in another. This apartment is on the second floor. Full kitchen with laundry in unit. Walk in shower in bathroom. Off street parking available. Walking distance to shops and restaurants on Main Street, Wesleyan University (1-mile walk) and Middlesex Hospital. Easy access to Rt 9

Family · Value · Backyard

Quaint 2br apt- 1 block walk to Wesleyan & Main St

Nicely appointed 1st floor 2 BR apt with mid-century modern inspired decor that is a cozy home away from home. House is 1 block from Wesleyan and 2 blocks from food/fun on Main St, so you don’t need to use your car to visit Wesleyan or get to anything in town since the location is very walkable. Laundry, dishwasher, tv with roku, dvd player and dvd’s, books, bluetooth radio, wifi, front porch and back yard seating, close to Rt 9, I-91, Rt 84, Hartford and short drive to beaches/shoreline/I-95.

Value · Family · Accuracy

Guest Suite, 2nd floor, 3 bedrooms, near Downtown!

Close to Downtown Middletown & Wesleyan University, located between Hartford & New Haven. Private floor with 3 bedrooms - two bedrooms have queen beds, third bedroom also serves as a living room with a sleeper sofa, listing sleeps 6 total. Large bathroom with double sinks & shower (no tub). NO KITCHEN but there is a mini-fridge, microwave & Keurig, with coffee, tea, water & supplies provided. Perfect for Wesleyan parents, students & visitors, couples, families, wedding & business travelers.

Location · Family · Pool

Handcrafted Timber Frame Cabin Retreat

Escape to the woods and slow things down at this beautifully handcrafted timber frame cabin, tucked away among towering trees and nature’s quiet. Built with exposed beams, natural wood, and timeless craftsmanship, this cabin blends rustic charm with modern comfort—perfect for a romantic getaway, creative retreat, or unplugged weekend escape. Whether you’re looking to reconnect, recharge, or simply enjoy the beauty of the forest, this timber frame cabin offers a warm and memorable escape.

Location · TV · Breakfast

Spacious Studio in quiet neighborhood.

Quiet, rural setting. Surrounded by nature in a historic town. Spacious (500 square feet) private studio. Queen bed, fold away cot plus ( pack ‘n play & high chair upon request) Full kitchen & full bath. Large deck, off street parking. Conveniently located half way between NYC and Boston. You can be in either in about 2 hours, and an hour from RI beaches. A very central location, Connecticut has much to see and explore. Visit the CT & Housatonic River, plus our extensive shoreline.

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Cozy Comforts!

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. Completely open concept and fully renovated. Country living yet just minutes to downtown Middletown and Wesleyan University. Come stay at our home away from home! We are about 20-25 min from the shoreline or travel in the other direction and you’ll be in our state’s capital, Hartford. We are only about 10-15 min from Wesleyan and downtown Middletown for shopping and great restaurants! You don’t want to miss this one!

Family · Location · Sleep quality

Entire place to yourself Cromwell/Middletown Line

Welcome to Cromwell / Middletown line, open space condo has living room with smart TV, Wi-Fi and sofa bed connected with dining room with four seats, the kitchen is well stocked with all the amenities you need, 24 hours keyless access to the apartment, free parking. Washer / dryer unit on - site paid through a prepaid card. Condo is located near I 91 and Route 9 ramps and just minutes from shopping, restaurants and more, 5 min drive to Wesleyan University, Middlesex Hospital

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Historic Hearthstone Cottage

Built in 1800 and thoughtfully renovated in 2024, this two-story guest cottage can be the retreat of your dreams. Surrounded by thousands of acres of nature preserve, short walks to scenic vistas, a raging waterfall and countless hiking trails, few places are as peaceful as Hearthstone. Whether you’re looking for a private oasis or romantic getaway, are a parent sharing the beauty of nature, or an artist looking for inspiration, this historic cottage is for you.

Family · Location · Decor

Lake Beseck cottage

Very comfortable 1 bedroom cottage 200 yards from the lake. Large bathroom with shower, heated floors and laundry. Full kitchen, living room with sofa and TV and wifi. Bedroom has a long double Tempurpedic bed. Finished porch with dining table/ chairs and a desk/work area. Microwave, coffee maker, toaster, toaster oven, Patio with gas grill, popcorn air popper, rice and vegetable steamer. WIFI printer. Pack and play upon request. Washer and dryer, hair dryer.

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Wintergreen Gardens Suite @ William Becroft House

LGBTQ friendly. Our 1915 Arts & Crafts bungalow's spacious in-law suite offers driveway parking, private entrance, sunroom, king bedroom, en-suite bath, kitchenette w/fridge, micro, Kureg coffee maker, toaster. Relax in bed with 40" HDTV with Amazon Prime, HBO Max, Netflix, premium cable. Enjoy private gardens to sun, read a book or cup of coffee. Short drive to 4 Vineyards, Theater and the train station. No children. Don’t ask. 21 and over only.

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Peaceful Farm Country Getaway

Relax in our peaceful and private attached apartment, where you can look out the window to see birds and deer nearly every day. There are hiking trails with amazing views just down the street and this is also a beautiful area for jogging or bike riding. Visit downtown Guilford for shopping at the charming Guilford Green or walking around the Guilford dock. Just 30 minutes from Middletown or New Haven and 45 minutes from Hartford.

Location · Family · Kitchen