Located along Long Island Sound and bordered by the Housatonic River to the east, Stratford boasts 18 miles of stunning coastline, two public beaches, five marinas, multiple fishing piers, and two public boat launches. With beautiful parks and recreational facilities, it’s an outdoor lover’s paradise. Just an hour from New York City, Stratford is the easternmost town in Fairfield County, also known as "Connecticut's Gold Coast." Be sure to visit Two Roads Brewing Company, one of Connecticut's top breweries, and stay at the Surfside Hotel for a chic, beachy boutique experience. Stratford offers

Nestled in a small-town community with a rich agricultural history, Somers offers a wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities. Explore the beauty of Camp Ayapo, the Shenipsit State Forest, Somersville Mill Pond, and the Scantic River Dam. These scenic spots, combined with local attractions, make Somers an ideal destination for family outings or even a great place to call home. Be sure to visit beloved spots like Sonny's Place for family fun and Worthington Vineyard & Winery for a relaxing escape.

Spend some time in Rocky Hill. Launch your boat on the scenic Connecticut River, fish from the floating docks, or simply enjoy the view of the river. You can also take a ride across the river on the historic ferry. Walk among the giants at Dinosaur State Park, explore the ruins in Dividend Park, or marvel at the sights in Quarry Park. Afterwards, visit the Rocky Hill Historical Society's Academy Hall Museum before having lunch or dinner at one of the more than 50 restaurants in town. Rocky Hill offers neighborhood charm, with events like Friday Night Moves, evening summer concerts, Fallfest

Referred to as the "Vermont within 60 miles of New York City," Redding covers 32 square miles of winding country roads, some officially designated as "scenic." Over 25 percent of the town's land is permanently preserved as open space, giving Redding a strikingly peaceful and rural character. With two state parks and hundreds of miles of walking trails, the beauty of New England can be enjoyed in all seasons. After a day outdoors, the restaurants and businesses on Main Street in the Georgetown section of Redding offer another way to experience the town's charm.

Whether it's tracing the Underground Railroad trails, visiting the Plymouth Historical Society Museum, stopping by the house where George Washington met with Rochambeau to discuss Revolutionary War plans, or taking a tour of the burial ground of Revolutionary War soldiers, Plymouth is a must-visit destination along the foothills of scenic Litchfield County.

Unique gallery featuring authentic and museum quality artifacts, antiques and furniture. Located in a 19th century house in the quaint shopping and arts center of Kent; Foreign Cargo offers a collection of Asian, African, and Pacific Island art and antiques, sculpture, masks, textiles, furniture, jewelry and ethnographic items; some museum quality. Other amenities: dining nearby, parking

Michael Feinberg, Inc. (also Mara Fine Silver), the current resident of the historic Davenport Barn (c.1860), is a wholesale/retail antique dealer of fine antique English silver and silver-plate, tabletop, picture frames, baby and other fine gifts. While the majority of the antique inventory is Victorian English silver-plate, they frequently have pieces from the late 1700s and early 1800s, as well as from the first half of the 20th century. The line of imported new goods features items in serling, silver-plate and polished pewter, with an extensive selection of English and Italian picture

Tim’s Inc. Auctions is celebrating their 35th year of auction excellence in Connecticut. Tim started his business in 1979 and is still going strong today. For 35 years, Tim’s Inc. Auctions offers buyers a wide variety of items to choose from including antiques, collectables, and memorabilia from various historical periods, estate coins, jewelry, stamps, hard to find, rare items, real estate, vintage automobiles, and much more! Auction enthusiasts are sure to find many treasures, fabulous finds and something to delight everyone. Tim’s Auctions Inc. offers sellers complete auction services and

Offering an eclectic mix of antiques, vintage items, jewelry, sculpture and object d'art. Home to an ever-changing eclectic mis of antique, vintage furnishings, fine artwork, jewelry, sculpture and objects d'art. On-site is a full-service espresso bar and coffee house with selections of locally baked good and snacks. Selections of antiques and one-of-a-kind pieces range from 17th century continental pieces to American folk art; 18th century English, French and American to mid-century modern and into creations that are fabricated today by local area artisans and fabrications. Also, bath and

An antique and collectible shop offering vintage toys, artwork and prints, books, political items, advertising, cameras, records, jewelry and more. Other amenities: Dining Nearby