This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Kelly B., Glen Mills, Pa
21 Apr 2016
A Perfect Weekend!
Kelly B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2016
Entire home
Classic Rowayton Victorian (With a modern feel!!)
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7236.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Rowayton, CT
- Historic South Norwalk6 min drive
- Norwalk Maritime Aquarium6 min drive
- The Maritime Aquarium6 min drive
- Norwalk, CT (ORQ-Norwalk Heliport)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Classic Rowayton Victorian (With a modern feel!!)
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!
Property manager
Gil Kernan
Languages
Danish, English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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About the area
Norwalk
Norwalk is home to this holiday home. Stepping Stones Museum for Children and E. Gaynor Brennan Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The SoNo Collection and Stamford Town Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Greenwich Polo Club, or consider a night out at Crescent Beach Club. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Rowayton, CT
What's nearby
- Sheffield Island Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
- Historic South Norwalk - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
- Norwalk Maritime Aquarium - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
- The SoNo Collection - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
- The Maritime Aquarium - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Shake Shack - 4 min drive
- Arden’s - 10 min walk
- Starbucks - 4 min drive
- 314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Byllie Ann M.
15 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, comfortable and lovely kitchen
Byllie Ann M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
gail h.
8 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
How nice was our long weekend for our family..
gail h.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Patricia J., Massachusetts
8 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Patricia J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Liv E., New York, NY
18 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sad to leave!
Liv E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Michele L.
4 Sept 2018
Rowayton Beach Home
Michele L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Mackie S.
26 July 2018
A Rowayton Classic!
Mackie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Thomas M.
5 Sept 2017
Great location. Cozy, clean home.
Thomas M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay C.
26 July 2017
Wonderful stay!
Lindsay C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Neil B.
4 June 2017
A great place to spend the weekend
Neil B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Mark R.
24 Sept 2016
Amazing property and the owner's are great!
Mark R.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
george m.
24 Jan 2016
nice house in a good location!
george m.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2016
About the host
Hosted by Gil Kernan
Why they chose this property
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.
Languages:
English, Spanish, Danish
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