Hotels Near Sherman, CT

Located in Fairfield County, Sherman, Connecticut is a small, quaint town situated along the Appalachian Trail. Squantz Pond State Park is also located nearby, providing plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking and fishing. Candlewood Lake also is located in Sherman and is the largest lake in Connecticut, allowing visitors to enjoy a variety of water sports. There are also several solid accommodation options in and around Sherman.

The Homestead Inn

Situated just six miles from Sherman, this country inn is 154 years old and boasts an elegant decor. There are 15 guest rooms on the property, each of which is decorated with country antiques. It is just a few miles from Candlewood Lake and Shepaug River, where guests can take advantage of fishing, boating, kayaking and nature trails for hiking. The hotel is just minutes from Candlewood Valley Country Club, where guests can get in a few rounds of golf.

Guest room amenities include complimentary breakfast, free high-speed wireless Internet, air conditioning and cable TV. Rooms are spacious, and each comes with a different set of characteristics and bed sizes, from twin to double to king-size beds. The Innkeepers also have vast knowledge of the area, and often recommend recreational activities for guests.

The Homestead Inn
5 Elm St.
New Milford, CT 06776
(860) 354-4080
homesteadct.com

Rocky River Motel

This motel boasts clean, simple, solid accommodations, with access to fishing directly behind the property. In fact, recreation is a main focus of this property, which also offers opportunities for exercise on the sports court and canoeing or kayaking on the Ten Mile River, which runs behind the motel. There is a yard area in both the front and back of the property, each spanning 100 yards.

Amenities focus on comfort and entertainment, with guest rooms boasting flat-screen TVs, digital cable and video game systems. This motel also features free high-speed Internet access and business services (faxing and copying).

Rocky River Motel
236 Kent Road (Rte 7)
New Milford, CT 06776
(860) 355-3208
therockyrivermotel.com

Mayflower Inn and Spa

Just two hours from New York City and 14 miles from Sherman, the Mayflower Inn and Spa is a luxury, five-star accommodation. It boasts near on-site proximity to some of the best outdoor activities that area has to offer. Guests enjoy hiking through Steep Rock Nature Preserve and kayaking down the Shepaug River. Biking, cross country skiing and bird-watching are additional activities popular among Mayflower Inn guests.

Hotel amenities are vast and include on-site spa and dining services, high-speed Internet access, special packages and wine from the on-site wine cellar. Each guest room boasts a feather-top mattress, cable TV with DVD player, fully-stocked refreshment center, gas fireplace and marble throughout the private bathroom.

Mayflower Inn and Spa
118 Woodbury Road
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-9466
mayflowerinn.com

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Article Written By Lynda Moultry Belcher

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