CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE - JANUARY 2012

Fall Classics

Overnights

You’ve got to have some geek appreciation for a place that names its four rooms and three suites after favorite historical personages: master gardener Gertrude Jekyll, Golden Hill Paugussett Indian chief Pomperaug, Woodbury settler Zachariah Walker, etc. But the dining rooms—outfitted with three wood-burning fireplaces and serving fine French-American cuisine—are for lovers; they were deemed a “Romantic Top” in last year’s Zagat Survey and have won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE - APRIL 2009

Triple Plays

A good place to spend the night, interesting choices for meals, absorbing or entertaining things to do—these are the three basics we all seek when we travel. Here are some itineraries where the “threes” are wild.

Like many towns in Connecticut, Woodbury manages to blend New England charm with contemporary sophistication, providing a destination in the scenic Litchfield Hills that is a true triple play—a number of great places to stay, an abundance of excellent restaurants and enough antiques dealers to proudly call itself “The Antiques Capital of Connecticut.” It also is very accessible and visitor-friendly—here there are no large crowds to endure, no tangle of busy roads to navigate, just Main Street (Route 6), which bisects the town and is home to the majority of dining venues and things to do.

Down the road is the slightly younger (built in 1789) Longwood Country Inn, which has five guest rooms and an award-winning restaurant, their Sunday brunch having been honored as the best in the area—although the rest of their Zagat-rated menu serves well, ranging from seafood crepes del mar to Long Island crescent duck bigarade to herb-encrusted filet mignon.

Readers' Choice: Best Restaurants 2012

Where do our readers like to dine out? Here's the latest list of their favorites, with winners in 27 categories.

Best Brunch

Litchfield County: Longwood Country Inn, Woodbury

CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE - OCTOBER 2011

Customer Comments

"I cannot say enough how absolutely wonderful Saturday night was for my fiancee, myself and our families and friends. The food, service and atmosphere exceeded our expectations and people have not stopped talking about what an amazing time they had. The food was by far the best I have had at any wedding I have attended and every person I spoke with agreed - simply exquisite." Oct 3, 2011
"...It has already been a month since our daughter's bridal shower and we are still getting compliments about the day. The dining room was beautifully decorated and set up exactly as planned including a fire in the fireplace. The food was outstanding and the service impeccable; your skill and commitment to provide the perfect event is truly a gift and we will treasure that day always. Thanks again for a beautiful and delicious event! " June 20, 2009
"...We just wanted to let you know again that everyone enjoyed the luncheon. The excitement at the end of the party ended up very well. We want to thank the Innkepper for all of her help. Thank you again for a wonderful party we will always remember our 50^th anniversary." October 5, 2009
"...thank you so much for all of the hospitality at your lovely inn. Our room was beautiful and everything we expected. The food in the restaurant was delicious, different and artfully prepared. We truly enjoyed ourselves and you helped to make our anniversary celebration a success! We look forward to seeing you again!" October 26, 2009
"Thank you so much for your overwhelming hospitality and kindness. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Longwood and are very much looking forward to our next visit. The room, level of service, and food were extraordinary. Thank you again for your personal attention and touch." November 7, 2009

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The Longwood Country Inn is a proud member of Southbury Business Association, and the Connecticut Better Business Bureau