River Barn CT Guidebook
Food scene
Foodies will enjoy this truly authentic experience! We've personally been several times and its a homerun every visit. They are also handling dining during Covid exceptionally well.
18 locals recommend
Grano Arso
6 Main StFoodies will enjoy this truly authentic experience! We've personally been several times and its a homerun every visit. They are also handling dining during Covid exceptionally well.
Out of this world small batch ice-cream shop in the beautiful town of Chester. Dont miss out!
7 locals recommend
Honeycone Craft Ice Cream
29 Main StOut of this world small batch ice-cream shop in the beautiful town of Chester. Dont miss out!
Wonderful little spot for breakfast, coffee or sandwiches during your stay at the River Barn. Just a quick 10 minute walk.
10 locals recommend
Olive Oyl's Carry Out Cuisine
6 Main StWonderful little spot for breakfast, coffee or sandwiches during your stay at the River Barn. Just a quick 10 minute walk.
If you are looking for Italian food during your stay dine-in or carry-out delicious food from La Marea.
13 locals recommend
La Marea Ristorante
732 Middlesex AveIf you are looking for Italian food during your stay dine-in or carry-out delicious food from La Marea.
In the mood for Pizza? Look no further - Otto is the best around. Adorable place to dine or take away pizza and bring it back to the barn to enjoy.
21 locals recommend
Otto
69 Main StIn the mood for Pizza? Look no further - Otto is the best around. Adorable place to dine or take away pizza and bring it back to the barn to enjoy.
Chamard is the perfect place to spend a weekend afternoon. Plenty of room for social distancing outdoors, delicious wine and yummy food. Dont miss out on the burger and lobster rolls!
63 locals recommend
Chamard Vineyards Bistro
115 Cow Hill RdChamard is the perfect place to spend a weekend afternoon. Plenty of room for social distancing outdoors, delicious wine and yummy food. Dont miss out on the burger and lobster rolls!
Stop by Mystic Market for a sandwich or pick up their prepared foods for dinner if you don't feel like cooking. PS - try the fish tacos!
18 locals recommend
Mystic Market South
70 Mill Rock Rd EStop by Mystic Market for a sandwich or pick up their prepared foods for dinner if you don't feel like cooking. PS - try the fish tacos!
Very good Mexican food just down the street from the barn. Dont forget to order their specialty - margaritas!
6 locals recommend
Los Charros Cantina
120 Main StVery good Mexican food just down the street from the barn. Dont forget to order their specialty - margaritas!
Sightseeing
If you are looking for a Covid friendly active outing during your visit go hike the trails at Gilette Castle.
83 locals recommend
Gillette Castle State Park
Gillette Castle State ParkIf you are looking for a Covid friendly active outing during your visit go hike the trails at Gilette Castle.
Mystic Seaport is a special destination for first time visitors! Add this stop to your day trip to Mystic during your stay at the barn and you will be glad you did.
30 locals recommend
Mystic Seaport Museum - Membership Office
Mystic Seaport is a special destination for first time visitors! Add this stop to your day trip to Mystic during your stay at the barn and you will be glad you did.
A family favorite! This aquarium is awesome and has many outdoor exhibits for those looking for social distancing activities in the area.
341 locals recommend
Mystic Aquarium
A family favorite! This aquarium is awesome and has many outdoor exhibits for those looking for social distancing activities in the area.
Hammonasset State Park is a wonderful place to visit. Many places to walk/hike and bike. The beach won't disappoint either! If you are a Connecticut resident you can enter for free. Out of state visitors can pay a small entry fee.
173 locals recommend
Hammonasset Beach State Park
1288 Boston Post RdHammonasset State Park is a wonderful place to visit. Many places to walk/hike and bike. The beach won't disappoint either! If you are a Connecticut resident you can enter for free. Out of state visitors can pay a small entry fee.
Entertainment
Less than a 30 minute drive to the casino, score!
Less than a 30 minute drive to the casino & loads of entertainment options, score!
200 locals recommend
Mohegan Sun
1 Mohegan Sun BlvdLess than a 30 minute drive to the casino & loads of entertainment options, score!
Sports & Recreation
Did you know you can get to ski slopes in less than 40 minutes from the barn? Powder Ridge is amazing for beginners of all ages just learning how to ski! Those more experienced will still enjoy the quick runs.
38 locals recommend
Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort
99 Powder Hill RdDid you know you can get to ski slopes in less than 40 minutes from the barn? Powder Ridge is amazing for beginners of all ages just learning how to ski! Those more experienced will still enjoy the quick runs.
This is one of many places around to do stand up paddle boarding among other water sports! We can personally vouch for this making a wonderful day-date for couples!
27 locals recommend
Adventure Mystic Outdoor Retail Store & Paddle Mystic - Kayak, Paddleboard and Bike rental
15 Holmes StThis is one of many places around to do stand up paddle boarding among other water sports! We can personally vouch for this making a wonderful day-date for couples!
Farms
You'll adore your stop at Lavender Pond during your stay at the barn. During the summer months they host yoga outdoors amongst the lavender on the weekends - its divine!
56 locals recommend
Lavender By the Bay
7540 Main RdYou'll adore your stop at Lavender Pond during your stay at the barn. During the summer months they host yoga outdoors amongst the lavender on the weekends - its divine!
We love this little farm! Roam around and check out the chickens or grab a coffee at their coffe bar and relax out back by the pond.
Deep River Farms
362 Elm StWe love this little farm! Roam around and check out the chickens or grab a coffee at their coffe bar and relax out back by the pond.
Awesome fruit picking! Fun pumpkin patch in the fall and amazing market with so many fresh food options!
57 locals recommend
Bishop's Orchards Farm Market & Winery
1355 Boston Post RdAwesome fruit picking! Fun pumpkin patch in the fall and amazing market with so many fresh food options!