Places to stay near Douglas State Forest

Waterfront Cottage in Thompson CT • Dogs Welcome

Escape to our beautifully renovated 1928 cottage on Quaddick Lake—your perfect retreat for relaxation and adventure. Just 60 minutes from Boston, Providence, and Hartford, this lakeside haven makes vacationing effortless. Start your day sipping coffee as the sunrise glows over the water and spend evenings by the crackling fire pit under the star filled sky. Whether paddling the lake or unwinding in cozy comfort, you'll feel miles away from the busy world, free to relax and make lasting memories.

Rustic Farmette Studio w/Pool & yearround Hot Tub

Relax and rejuvenate at this unique getaway on 20 acres in CT’s Quiet Corner. Just an hour from Boston, Providence, & Hartford, enjoy this private in-law studio with beautiful forest views. Lounge in bath robes & soak in the hot tub, take a walk along the trails, enjoy local vineyards, or explore antiques. Folks from all backgrounds and identities are welcome at The Farmette. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, or a family with a young kid. Please include all individuals (&pets) in your booking.

Secluded cabin w/ Finnish Sauna & Forest Baths

A secluded, romantic, rustic, cabin alongside the French River - Frog Hollow is a perfect place to get away and experience the luxury of a wood fired sauna and forest baths. Located in the Quiet Corner of CT, relax as you watch the ducks, herons, turtles, and beavers along the river. Cook a delicious meal in the porch-enclosed kitchen, cozy up next to the woodstove fireplace, work remotely with a water view, or go for a paddle on the river. Ideal for a couple or solo traveler wanting to unwind.

The 1780 Suite

Join us for a step back in time at our unique bucolic property. Set on a scenic road, the post and beam farmhouse was built in 1780 and offers a haven of peace and tranquillity after a busy day of exploring New England. Guests have a private entrance and wind their way up the period staircase to the second-floor suite with two bedrooms, a sitting room, a breakfast nook, and a bathroom. Enjoy your morning coffee outside on the Adirondack chairs as you contemplate the charms of country living.

Meadowside: Perfect Location w/ Endless Recreation

Perfect location, great value, & tons of privacy! Come stay at Meadowside! You'll be in a beautifully appointed and completely private 620 sq ft in-law suite. We're a quarter mile away from Webster Lake and an easy drive to all area attractions! Bring your boat, as we have plenty of room for your trailer in our parking lot-sized driveway! Room to sleep up to 4, king bed in the master, 1.5 baths, kitchen, laundry, front farmer's porch, and garden dining! You name it, it's here at Meadowside!

Vintage Americana style camping - 1950 Spartanette

If you enjoy CAMPING, you will love sleeping in a vintage camper! It's summertime, the birds are singing and the crickets are chirping. Come cozy up at the fire pit to a warm campfire and roast marshmallows. We provide plenty of firewood to build a nice campfire. The camper is safely located on our property and has beautiful views of the woods. Plenty of fresh drinking water is provided. Queen bed. NO SHOWER or Running water. Portable toilet. Heat. Grill. WIFI spotty while in the camper.

Tiny Home Eco-Cottage w/ Lake View + Pet Friendly

Good things definitely come in pet friendly, environmentally conscious, small packages. Solar upgrade makes this lake front cottage 100% energy efficient. Built with an open, thoughtful design offering private bath, washer/dryer, full kitchen, Hotel Suite Luxury bedding and Tempur-Pedic mattress, blazing fast wifi, 46"HDTV (w/ Netflix, Sling, Prime and Plex), private deck with nice lake view. Cozy, charming and stocked with everything you could want for a perfect vacation or staycation.

Zen Inspired Retreat with Private Forest Trails

Zig-Zag Trails blends modern comfort with the charm of rural living. Set on 65+ acres of private meadows and forests, our master guest suite is the perfect retreat to relax and recharge. Explore scenic zig-zagging trails, perfect for hiking, mountain and E-biking, and unwinding in nature—a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and homebodies alike. 📍 1 hour from Boston 📍 35 minutes from Providence 📍 25 minutes from Worcester Escape to Zig-Zag Trails—where tranquility meets adventure.

SteamPunk Bunk House and Intergalactic Way Station

A farm stay like no other! The future is the past and the past is the future with STEAMPUNK details that delight at every turn. Feed the goats, walk the trails, meet an alien. A complete apartment great for longer stays. Enjoy the imagined history of this 1825 farm house. Enjoy New England without spending days driving. Come visit a simpler time where nature is just outside your door and ET is sharing the kitchen. Cook s'mores fireside or say hi to "blue" our resident heron.