House in Rowayton, CT
7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this house rental
Classic, Charming Rowayton Victorian circa 1898 with modern, bright, clean, cheery, elegant feel, with view of the Five Mile River. Primary residence, well maintained with quality furnishings, home features gourmet kitchen renovated in 2020, new outdoor shower, original moldings, hardwood floors, and many period details. Well furnished and decorated. Great flow for family, friends and relaxing on the porch. Beautiful border flower and rose gardens enclosed by a picket fence. One to five minute walk to excellent restaurants and markets and shops and Rowayton Arts Center in Rowayton Village. Short, five minute walk to Wee Burn Beach Club and to Roton Point Association and Bayley Beach. Pinkney Park, The Nature Preserve and the Rowayton Library are nearby.
Come visit family and friends in Connecticut in Darien, New Canaan, Stamford, Westport, Norwalk including Rowayton.
Come from near or far.
Escape the city for a week or long weekend!
Well know authors Crockett Johnson and Ruth Krauss lived in this house from 1945 to 1973, where they wrote the books "Harold and the Purple Crayon" and "The Carrot Seed". They mentored and frequently hosted in the home their friend Maurice Sendak, author of "Where the Wild Things Are."
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September, 2014
Note from Johnson & Krauss biographer Philip Nel:
This past Friday, I spent the afternoon at Crockett Johnson’s house — 74 Rowayton Avenue (Rowayton, Connecticut), where he and Ruth Krauss lived from 1945 to 1973. Though I wrote their biography and had seen (and photographed) the house from the outside, I’d never been inside. I’ve seen all of their homes from the outside, but — hesitant to intrude on residents’ privacy — not actually been into the homes themselves. Since I was in town to give a talk that evening, Gil and Kim Kernan (the current owners) kindly invited me to spend some time in their home. My visit was one of the happiest events occasioned by my Johnson-Krauss biography.
Feel free to inquire about dates not currently listed. Thanks!
Come visit family and friends in Connecticut in Darien, New Canaan, Stamford, Westport, Norwalk including Rowayton.
Come from near or far.
Escape the city for a week or long weekend!
Well know authors Crockett Johnson and Ruth Krauss lived in this house from 1945 to 1973, where they wrote the books "Harold and the Purple Crayon" and "The Carrot Seed". They mentored and frequently hosted in the home their friend Maurice Sendak, author of "Where the Wild Things Are."
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September, 2014
Note from Johnson & Krauss biographer Philip Nel:
This past Friday, I spent the afternoon at Crockett Johnson’s house — 74 Rowayton Avenue (Rowayton, Connecticut), where he and Ruth Krauss lived from 1945 to 1973. Though I wrote their biography and had seen (and photographed) the house from the outside, I’d never been inside. I’ve seen all of their homes from the outside, but — hesitant to intrude on residents’ privacy — not actually been into the homes themselves. Since I was in town to give a talk that evening, Gil and Kim Kernan (the current owners) kindly invited me to spend some time in their home. My visit was one of the happiest events occasioned by my Johnson-Krauss biography.
Feel free to inquire about dates not currently listed. Thanks!
Amenities at Classic Rowayton Victorian, with a modern feel!
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Rowayton, CT
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2023
The host couple went out of their way to be welcoming and provided lots of detailed information about the house and Rowayton area. They placed fresh flowers in most every room from their garden.
Although it was out of their control, the new house construction across the street was noisy from early morning until early evening. But the new house should be fully enclosed soon and not a distraction. Wonderful hosts and great house.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2019
We had a quiet family gathering with planned activities. It was appreciated by all., and know we would enjoy it again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2019
We rented for three nights while visiting for a family wedding. The house is located in a lovely seaside village within walking distance to everything. The place is charming, the house adorable and immaculate, beds were very comfortable, and it had everything we needed. One of the nicest vacation stays we have ever had. All the local information was provided in a notebook, as well as fascinating house history. The owner checked in by text several times and was very helpful. In all, a wonderful time. Thank you, Gil and Kim!
5 / 10·Apr 2016
We had such a wonderful time at this home for a girls reunion weekend. The house is in a perfect location and the owners were wonderful! Meeting us upon arrival and making us feel right at home. There are many things about this home that make it so special. Thanks again!
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(12 Ratings)
"The host couple went out of their way to be welcoming and provided lots of detailed information about the house and Rowayton area. They placed fresh flowers in most every room from their garden.
Alth..."
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