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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Newington, CT
  • Place, Lincoln Technical Institute
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Central Connecticut State University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, PeoplesBank Arena
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Newington

With a stay at this vacation home in Newington, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Connecticut Convention Center and Lincoln Technical Institute. .This vacation home is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from PeoplesBank Arena and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from The Meadows Music Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Technical Institute - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Central Connecticut State University - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Connecticut Convention Center - 17 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • PeoplesBank Arena - 18 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • The Meadows Music Theatre - 19 min drive - 14.0 miles

Getting around

  • Berlin Station - 9 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LaRosa's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Pizza Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Newington Pool House - With Game Room

This 4BR, 2.5BA Newington home features a private pool, game room, outdoor bar & grill, and fully equipped kitchen. Perfect for families and groups of up to 12 seeking a fun, comfortable retreat near Hartford. Enjoy space, entertainment, and convenience all under one roof.

The space
Welcome to your Newington retreat! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is the perfect getaway for families and groups of up to 12. We've recently upgraded the space with a fully converted basement game room — and it's a game changer.

What You'll Love:
Private Pool: Enjoy refreshing swims or lounge poolside in total privacy.
Game Room (Basement): Pool table, foosball, flat-screen TV, and a cozy lounge area — the ultimate hangout space.
Basement Kitchenette & Eating Bar: Grab snacks and drinks without leaving the fun.
Outdoor Bar & Grill: Entertain, cook, and unwind at your own backyard oasis.
2 Living Rooms: One on the main floor, one in the basement game room.
Office: A dedicated workspace for those who need to stay productive.
Fully Equipped Kitchen: Cook meals with ease, stocked with all essentials.
Convenient Location: Close to dining, shops, parks, and just minutes from Hartford.

Sleeping arrangements:
- 1 King bedroom
- 2 Queen bedrooms
- 1 Room with 2 Full beds
- 2.5 Bathrooms

Whether you're planning a summer pool day, a game night, a cozy family gathering, or a quiet escape, this home has everything you need for a memorable stay.

House Rules:
No Parties or Events – This is a family-friendly home and not suitable for large gatherings or parties.
Registered Guests Only – All guests must be included in your reservation. Failure to disclose additional guests will result in a $250 penalty per unapproved guest.
Respect Quiet Hours – Please be mindful of neighbors, especially between 10 PM – 8 AM.
No Smoking Inside – Smoking is only permitted outdoors.
Pool Safety – Use the pool responsibly. Children must be supervised at all times.

By booking, you agree to follow these rules. Violations may result in additional fees or early termination of your stay.

Guest access
Guests have access to the entire house, including:
- The main floor living room, full kitchen, dining area, and office
- All 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms
- The basement game room, kitchenette, eating bar, and lounge area
- The backyard, patio, outdoor bar & grill, and private pool

Please note: During winter months, the swimming pool area will not be accessible.

Other things to note
Pets:

We are a dog-friendly home! Due to allergies, cats are NOT allowed. All pets must be announced prior to the stay and the $100 fee per dog must be paid prior to the arrival. A maximum of 2 large or 3 small/medium dogs are allowed. Other animals are not permitted without prior approval.

*Please clean up after your pet(s) both inside and outside of the home, including their paws upon entry of the home (ALL dog waste NEEDS to be picked up). Failure to do so will result in a $150 fine that will be strictly enforced. Never leave your pet(s) unattended at the house, or around the property. You are financially responsible for any damage done by your pet(s).

Pool:

Please note that the pool requires routine maintenance to keep it clean and up to standard. Our pool technician may need access to the backyard during your stay to treat and vacuum. We’ll always provide you with advance notice before each visit.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Some LED lighting used

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

The Newington Pool House - With Game Room Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, we had a good stay. The house is beautiful, spacious, comfortable, and located in a very nice area. There are plenty of sleeping spaces, the beds are comfortable, and the kitchen is well equipped. We also appreciated having towels, shampoo, soap, and conditioner available.The outdoor area and pool are great for relaxing, and the game room in the basement was a nice space to enjoy with the family, although it was a little warm.There are a few areas that could improve, mainly cleaning and maintenance. We found some dirty towels, a few walls and items that needed more attention, and the pool water and edges were not very clean when we arrived. We had to clean the pool before using it. The lawn was also cut during our stay without notice, and grass ended up in the pool. In addition, the trash bins were already full when we arrived, leaving little space for our trash.Despite these inconveniences, we enjoyed our stay. The host was responsive, and with a little more attention to cleaning and maintenance, this could be an even better experience. We would consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jerry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was an issue with the temperature regulation. When we arrived the house was 52 degrees. Someone arrived to help and fix the issue but it remained cold on the first floor. The maximum temperature was 65 degrees but the upstairs was extremely hot close to 78 to 80 degrees. Being from Florida, the temperature in the main living area being so cold made it difficult to relax. The owner offered to bring over fire wood, which we happily welcomed but it was never brought over. The fence on the side of the back yard blew over and was hanging on. Overall, not a great experience. The bedrooms were spacious and had comfortable beds but the main living area needed heat and there wasn’t a good lay out for our family to be together all in one room. There were only enough seats in the living room for 5 people and we rented to house to have all of us together and sitting together was a challenge with the layout and furniture.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elise R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Copilot said:Overall, we had a great stay and enjoyed the property, but better planning, communication, and attention to supplies would have improved the experience.Upon arrival, the door code didn't work, but Mairely was very responsive and unlocked the house remotely. The garage and recycling bins were also full, and she quickly arranged for them to be emptied the next day.On our second day, a lawn crew arrived without notice and required everyone to leave the pool area. Unfortunately, this was our first full day and the only nice weather in the forecast. We also had to reposition furniture and clean grass clippings from the pool afterward.The home was surprisingly understocked for a rental of this size and price point. We found very few bath towels, quickly ran out of toilet paper and dish soap, and there were no basic kitchen extras such as plastic wrap, storage bags, or foil. We also couldn't use the fire pit because there was no functioning lighter available. Additional supplies were eventually provided, but only after we contacted the host.Communication around maintenance visits was also inconsistent. We received very little notice before cleaning and pool service visits, and rescheduling requests were never clearly followed up on.A more significant concern was the hot water. The upstairs shower gets dangerously hot very quickly, and the controls operate opposite of what you'd expect. Even knowing this, I burned my hand. The main-floor bathroom water was al
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, was very clean, TV’s everywhere and accommodated my family very well. Plenty of towels, and the basement was a nice surprise will a pool table, foosball and an additional bathroom. Had a slight issue with getting in initially but Lenny got it situated in minutes. Overall great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026