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John Hollister home on the farm

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Glastonbury, CT
  • Glastonbury Historic District
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Connecticut Convention Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Xfinity Theatre
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the area

What's nearby

  • Glastonbury Historic District - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Connecticut Convention Center - 15 min drive - 17.9 km
  • XL Center - 16 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Xfinity Theatre - 17 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Trinity College - 18 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Hartford Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬13 min drive
  • Taco Bell
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wood-n-Tap - ‬11 min drive

About this property

John Hollister home on the farm

It's rare to find a place that's both historic and one-of-a-kind. This is the oldest house in Glastonbury (built by John Hollister in 1675) & 1 of the oldest houses in CT. Our quaint home is located on our working farm that’s been in business for over 130 years - Killam & Bassette Farmstead. Take in a scenic stroll around the fields all the way to the CT River. Perfect for a bachelorette weekend, a large family vacation, or just a quiet getaway. Relax & enjoy!
A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a bathtub or shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 35
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Reviews

John Hollister home on the farm Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Howard K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Weekend- Great Location

We had a wonderful weekend in Glastonbury at the John Hollister house. The house had plenty of space and was very clean. The location was perfect and the farm has amazing jams and other products. We highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Farmhouse for Family

Chris (our host) could not have made this weekend visit easier! The house was perfectly situated for our family wedding events and well appointed for the entire family to enjoy. Everyone, from my 18-month old granddaughter to my kids & their spouses to me and my extended family (who are local but visited) was comfortable and happy. We all loved the house - very cool historical spot and included every ease and comfort we could have needed and more) and the yard & farm allowed good fun. Easy walk to S. Glastonbury village and easy access to the Ferry Landing. Highly recommend a weekend or longer!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce G., South Glastonbury, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
We were having a 90th bday for our Mom and needed a place for family to stay. We can’t say enough about how fabulous this home was, the location, the cleanliness, the special touches inside, absolutely everything and most of all the host family was so kind and easy to communicate with! We will definitely be booking this home again in the future when needed!! Just a wonderful place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Historic Home

This is a wonderful property on a working farm. Beautiful location and a historic house that easily fit our family of five. Communication with the host was exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie M., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect home for family gathering

Everything was perfect from initial communication to check out. House is comfortable, well appointed, and even had fresh eggs and jam from the farm. We gathered for a memorial gathering for our mother who passed away and it was the perfect venue to eat, look at old pictures, and visit. Chris and her husband are delightful and welcoming. Highly recommend even in winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday

The owners really thought of everything. Cozy and private with nice little touches around the house that really makes you feel welcome. Polite and friendly correspondence with the owner, who gave quick replies to any questions we had! Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigid A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Christmas gathering

We hosted extended family and everyone had a great time and enjoyed the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great S Glastonbury spot

Absolutely loved this property. Tyron street may be one of the most beautiful streets in America, old farm houses, river ferry, tobacco field and roaring brook leading into Cotton Hollow preserve. My family of five loved the old farm experience! Great restuarunts and coffee were right down the street which was all walkable! We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Country living

Staying at a real farm, super comfortable and completely authentic has been a special treat. We walked the farm, ate local produce from their farm stand and enjoyed the atmosphere. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024