Tracy’s Guidebook to Guilford
Food scene
Casual outdoor dining (seasonal) Rave reviews from the New York Times. Open grill has the best corn, and our favorite grilled clams. Locals often bring a table cloth, our own utensils and candles as we "Put our Rump on a Stump"
Walking distance
31 yerel halk öneriyor
The Place Restaurant
901 Boston Post RdCasual outdoor dining (seasonal) Rave reviews from the New York Times. Open grill has the best corn, and our favorite grilled clams. Locals often bring a table cloth, our own utensils and candles as we "Put our Rump on a Stump"
Walking distance
Casual. Sit by Long Island Sound on a dock and watch boats go by or watch the sunset where the river meets the sound. Beautiful water and marsh views. Best fresh hot lobster rolls!
Bring your own side dishes and wine. They menu is limited to lobster rolls, soft drinks and chips, hot dogs and gelato but its a great lunch or casual dinner on a sunshiny day.
18 yerel halk öneriyor
Guilford Lobster Pound
505 Old Whitfield StCasual. Sit by Long Island Sound on a dock and watch boats go by or watch the sunset where the river meets the sound. Beautiful water and marsh views. Best fresh hot lobster rolls!
Bring your own side dishes and wine. They menu is limited to lobster rolls, soft drinks and chips, hot dogs and gelato but its a great lunch or casual dinner on a sunshiny day.
Terrific Nuevo Italian dining. Our favorites Veal or Zuppa di Pesce . Honestly everything is delicious. Check their website for live music opportunities Walking distance
25 yerel halk öneriyor
Quattro's Italian Restaurant
14 Water StTerrific Nuevo Italian dining. Our favorites Veal or Zuppa di Pesce . Honestly everything is delicious. Check their website for live music opportunities Walking distance
Cozy pub like feel with good food. The love their kale salad and oyster sliders, Fish tacos and more elegant specials are also favorites. They are wine and beer only. Walking distance
18 yerel halk öneriyor
South Lane Bistro
63 Whitfield StCozy pub like feel with good food. The love their kale salad and oyster sliders, Fish tacos and more elegant specials are also favorites. They are wine and beer only. Walking distance
Ashley's Ice Cream
942 Boston Post RdVoted best ice cream in the area for many years
Wood fired brick oven Neapolitan pizza.
chewy, charred, and blistering pies baked in searing hot wood fired ovens, topped with locally made water buffalo mozzarella. Salads are yummy too. Walking distance
16 yerel halk öneriyor
Bufalina
1070 Boston Post RdWood fired brick oven Neapolitan pizza.
chewy, charred, and blistering pies baked in searing hot wood fired ovens, topped with locally made water buffalo mozzarella. Salads are yummy too. Walking distance
All I can say is OMG, you must stop by and enjoy this adorable step into a taste of France. Everything is amazing, a renowned New York pastry chef brought his talents to Guilford and we can't get enough. Cookies, cakes, pastries and unique beverages, all are worthy of a taste. Walking distance
8 yerel halk öneriyor
Hen & Heifer
23 Water StAll I can say is OMG, you must stop by and enjoy this adorable step into a taste of France. Everything is amazing, a renowned New York pastry chef brought his talents to Guilford and we can't get enough. Cookies, cakes, pastries and unique beverages, all are worthy of a taste. Walking distance
Deke experimented with different flavorings; malt syrup vs. molasses, adjusting ingredients to find the right crust texture, and through this Deke’s Bagels was born! Bagels were a natural fit for Deke whose fond memories of his mother baking sweet rolls and classic American food in the kitchen of their summer home in were always ones he cherished.
Deke's Bagels
1013 Boston Post RoadDeke experimented with different flavorings; malt syrup vs. molasses, adjusting ingredients to find the right crust texture, and through this Deke’s Bagels was born! Bagels were a natural fit for Deke whose fond memories of his mother baking sweet rolls and classic American food in the kitchen of their summer home in were always ones he cherished.
Stony Creek Brewery is a brewery tap room where you come as you are, and enjoy the brews. Our Brewery offers craft beer, craft cocktails, and the best sunset in town. This is a 10 minute drive
56 yerel halk öneriyor
Stony Creek Brewery
5 Indian Neck AveStony Creek Brewery is a brewery tap room where you come as you are, and enjoy the brews. Our Brewery offers craft beer, craft cocktails, and the best sunset in town. This is a 10 minute drive
The brewery is located in Branford CT. It is named after the largest group of islands in Connecticut, the Thimble Islands, located off the coast of Branford. Tour boat captains have claimed that there are “three hundred and sixty five of them-one for every day of the year.” The first settlers bought land from the area’s Native peoples and established Branford, where Lobstermen and commercial fishermen found a profitable harvest in their waters. Today, there are several different ferry and tour boats that leave the town dock to take you from island to island, but they all tell the same stories of people and events that were told nearly 50 years ago. Wherever you have the pleasure of enjoying a Thimble beer let it transport you to a place where the sun meets the crisp sea air. Named for the islands but is not located on the water.
21 yerel halk öneriyor
Thimble Islands Brewing Company
16 Business Park DrThe brewery is located in Branford CT. It is named after the largest group of islands in Connecticut, the Thimble Islands, located off the coast of Branford. Tour boat captains have claimed that there are “three hundred and sixty five of them-one for every day of the year.” The first settlers bought land from the area’s Native peoples and established Branford, where Lobstermen and commercial fishermen found a profitable harvest in their waters. Today, there are several different ferry and tour boats that leave the town dock to take you from island to island, but they all tell the same stories of people and events that were told nearly 50 years ago. Wherever you have the pleasure of enjoying a Thimble beer let it transport you to a place where the sun meets the crisp sea air. Named for the islands but is not located on the water.
Established in 1983, with the present winery building finished in 1988, Chamard Vineyards is among the most beautiful and traditional of New England wineries.
The first vines were planted in the spring of 1984, a five acre vineyard consisting primarily of Chardonnay with a small quantity of Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. From 1986 through 1992 the remaining acreage was prepared and planted, for a combined total of 20 acres. The winery was completed the summer of 1988 when Chamard became a licensed farm winery. The first wine, a 1988 Chardonnay was released for sale in November of 1989.
The 40-acre property boasts 20 acres of established vines that benefit from being only two miles north and influenced by the moderating temperatures of Long Island Sound.
The vines are carefully tended by hand in the European tradition, yielding superior Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot and Pinot Noir fruit. Current production is 10,000 cases annually. Tour, dine or taste. Pub and fien dining available
63 yerel halk öneriyor
Chamard Şarapçılık Bistro
115 Cow Hill RdEstablished in 1983, with the present winery building finished in 1988, Chamard Vineyards is among the most beautiful and traditional of New England wineries.
The first vines were planted in the spring of 1984, a five acre vineyard consisting primarily of Chardonnay with a small quantity of Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. From 1986 through 1992 the remaining acreage was prepared and planted, for a combined total of 20 acres. The winery was completed the summer of 1988 when Chamard became a licensed farm winery. The first wine, a 1988 Chardonnay was released for sale in November of 1989.
The 40-acre property boasts 20 acres of established vines that benefit from being only two miles north and influenced by the moderating temperatures of Long Island Sound.
The vines are carefully tended by hand in the European tradition, yielding superior Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot and Pinot Noir fruit. Current production is 10,000 cases annually. Tour, dine or taste. Pub and fien dining available
A modern American restaurant, specializing in serving only the finest prime steaks, handcrafted cocktails, and an exceptional wine list. Reservations suggested.
Prime on Whitfield
A modern American restaurant, specializing in serving only the finest prime steaks, handcrafted cocktails, and an exceptional wine list. Reservations suggested.
Sightseeing
The Henry Whitfield House is a historic house located in Guilford, Connecticut, down the street from the town green. This house dates from 1639, having been built just before the town of Guilford was settled. It is the oldest house in Connecticut and the oldest stone house in New England
20 yerel halk öneriyor
Henry Whitfield State Museum
248 Old Whitfield StThe Henry Whitfield House is a historic house located in Guilford, Connecticut, down the street from the town green. This house dates from 1639, having been built just before the town of Guilford was settled. It is the oldest house in Connecticut and the oldest stone house in New England
The Hyland House Museum or Hyland-Wildman House is a historic house museum at 84 Boston Road in Guilford, Connecticut. Built in 1713, it is one of the town's best-preserved houses of that period. It has been open to the public as a museum since 1918, under the auspices of a local historic preservation group
9 yerel halk öneriyor
Hyland House
84 Boston StThe Hyland House Museum or Hyland-Wildman House is a historic house museum at 84 Boston Road in Guilford, Connecticut. Built in 1713, it is one of the town's best-preserved houses of that period. It has been open to the public as a museum since 1918, under the auspices of a local historic preservation group
A visit to The Dudley Farm Museum is a step back in time, a rural retreat from the past, preserved for the future.
Check their website for farmers markets
7 yerel halk öneriyor
The Dudley Farm
2351 Durham RdA visit to The Dudley Farm Museum is a step back in time, a rural retreat from the past, preserved for the future.
Check their website for farmers markets
The Griswold House is a historic house museum at 171 Boston Street in Guilford, Connecticut. Built about 1764, it is a well-preserved example of New England colonial architecture, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.[1] The Guilford Keeping Society operates the house as the Thomas Griswold House Museum. The museum includes the late 18th century period New England saltbox house, a historic blacksmith shop, a barn with farm tools and implements, two corn cribs and a Victorian era three seat outhouse. The museum is open seasonally from June through October on a limited number of days each week.
Thomas Griswold House
171 Boston StThe Griswold House is a historic house museum at 171 Boston Street in Guilford, Connecticut. Built about 1764, it is a well-preserved example of New England colonial architecture, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.[1] The Guilford Keeping Society operates the house as the Thomas Griswold House Museum. The museum includes the late 18th century period New England saltbox house, a historic blacksmith shop, a barn with farm tools and implements, two corn cribs and a Victorian era three seat outhouse. The museum is open seasonally from June through October on a limited number of days each week.
The Hyland House Museum or Hyland-Wildman House is a historic house museum at 84 Boston Road in Guilford, Connecticut. Built in 1713, it is one of the town's best-preserved houses of that period. It has been open to the public as a museum since 1918, under the auspices of a local historic preservation group. Walking distance
9 yerel halk öneriyor
Hyland House
84 Boston StThe Hyland House Museum or Hyland-Wildman House is a historic house museum at 84 Boston Road in Guilford, Connecticut. Built in 1713, it is one of the town's best-preserved houses of that period. It has been open to the public as a museum since 1918, under the auspices of a local historic preservation group. Walking distance
The Medad Stone Tavern is a historic house museum at 191 Three Mile Course in Guilford, Connecticut. Built in 1803 but never actually used as a tavern, it is well-preserved example of early 19th-century Federal period architecture. It is now maintained as a museum by a local historical society.
Medad Stone Tavern
171 3 Mile CourseThe Medad Stone Tavern is a historic house museum at 191 Three Mile Course in Guilford, Connecticut. Built in 1803 but never actually used as a tavern, it is well-preserved example of early 19th-century Federal period architecture. It is now maintained as a museum by a local historical society.
The Westwoods trail system is the largest recreational area for hiking in Guilford. Westwoods contains 39 miles of trails on 1,200 acres. It contains a wide diversity of fascinating natural formations such as cave structures, water falls, salt and fresh water marshes, inland tidal lake, carved rock sculptures and rock formations. Westwoods is a large area near the center of Guilford, Connecticut that is heavily wooded, and has extensive hiking trails. The first seven miles of the Westwoods trail system were blazed in 1966, there are now over 20 miles of mapped trails.
13 yerel halk öneriyor
Westwoods
Sam Hill RoadThe Westwoods trail system is the largest recreational area for hiking in Guilford. Westwoods contains 39 miles of trails on 1,200 acres. It contains a wide diversity of fascinating natural formations such as cave structures, water falls, salt and fresh water marshes, inland tidal lake, carved rock sculptures and rock formations. Westwoods is a large area near the center of Guilford, Connecticut that is heavily wooded, and has extensive hiking trails. The first seven miles of the Westwoods trail system were blazed in 1966, there are now over 20 miles of mapped trails.
The Bluff Head Preserve is perhaps the Guilford Land Conservation Trust’s crown jewel. Not only is it one of the most beautiful places in Guilford – so voted in a recent town wide survey of natural resources – but it is also geologically one of the most significant places in south central Connecticut.
The land trust began buying land at Bluff Head in the 1960s. Today, it owns more than 870 acres there, including most of the area around the sheer, 500-foot traprock cliff as well as the adjoining areas of Totoket Mountain. Bluff Head and its adjacent areas, rising to more than 720 feet above sea level, are the highest points in Guilford, The Bluff Head overlook offers unparalleled views to the east, north (to Hartford) and south (to Long Island). The view includes the Broomstick Ledges and other properties on the east side of Route 77 protected by the land trust.
Immediately under the cliffs is Meyerhuber Pond, most of which GLCT bought in 2002. The pond and Hemlock Brook are the only bodies of water in Guilford that drain to the north, into the Coginchaug River and, eventually, the Connecticut River. The pond was reportedly dug by a farmer named Conrad Meyerhuber, using a team of oxen. (Look for Meyerhuber’s grave in the old cemetery just south of the parking lot on Route 77.)
10 yerel halk öneriyor
Bluff Head Trails
Bluff Head TrailThe Bluff Head Preserve is perhaps the Guilford Land Conservation Trust’s crown jewel. Not only is it one of the most beautiful places in Guilford – so voted in a recent town wide survey of natural resources – but it is also geologically one of the most significant places in south central Connecticut.
The land trust began buying land at Bluff Head in the 1960s. Today, it owns more than 870 acres there, including most of the area around the sheer, 500-foot traprock cliff as well as the adjoining areas of Totoket Mountain. Bluff Head and its adjacent areas, rising to more than 720 feet above sea level, are the highest points in Guilford, The Bluff Head overlook offers unparalleled views to the east, north (to Hartford) and south (to Long Island). The view includes the Broomstick Ledges and other properties on the east side of Route 77 protected by the land trust.
Immediately under the cliffs is Meyerhuber Pond, most of which GLCT bought in 2002. The pond and Hemlock Brook are the only bodies of water in Guilford that drain to the north, into the Coginchaug River and, eventually, the Connecticut River. The pond was reportedly dug by a farmer named Conrad Meyerhuber, using a team of oxen. (Look for Meyerhuber’s grave in the old cemetery just south of the parking lot on Route 77.)
We are locate at the corner of the Green. The Guilford Green lies at the center of the community’s nearly four centuries of history, and in many ways offers a window onto the passage of time here. The Green was established shortly after the community’s founding in 1639. From its earliest days, the community claimed the Green is its practical and symbolic heart.
The 16-acre Green served both as a source for necessary resources and as a tangible expression of civilizing a New World wilderness. The Green was the pasture for all manner of livestock and provided firewood and construction materials, especially lumber, gravel, and stone, for the many early homes and businesses that sprang up around it. The Green was also the center of religion, education, and governance. The sacred meetinghouse and graves were the first manmade elements placed upon it, eventually followed by four schools and the secular Townhouse. The Green was also the center of commerce. Blacksmiths, whose valuable skills were in high demand in young Guilford, were enticed to settle with pieces of the Green carved off for their benefit. In addition, the Green became a marketplace, and hay scales were built upon it. Geographically, socially, commercially, and symbolically, the Green was the center of Guilford.
As Guilford evolved, so did the Green. Around the turn of the 19th century—more than 150 years after the community’s establishment—town leaders decreed that all “encumberances” be removed. This process did not begin immediately, but by the 1830s the churches had moved off the Green, the remaining buildings were razed, trees were replanted, and fencing defined it. Although the Green had begun its transformation into today’s beautiful park, the Post Road still traversed it, cattle still grazed freely, and grass for hay grew tall upon it.
In the latter half of the 19th century, the Green continued its evolution from working space to recreational space. Skating, football, baseball, band concerts, and the town’s storied agricultural fair were among the many important pursuits that took place there. Moreover, the women of Guilford, through the United Workers for Public Improvement, embarked on a beautification project. They raised money for lights and sidewalks, replanted more trees, and—with much fanfare—raked the Green.
Shortly after the Civil War, the first of many monuments was placed upon the Green. The Green became the site of community memory, with walks, stones, benches, and flagpoles dedicated to honor the sacrifice and dedication of war dead, leaders, and loved ones.
Route 1 was rerouted in the 20th century, drawing commerce north along the new transportation corridor and completing the Green’s transformation to community park. What was once a symbol of civilization and progress in a New World wilderness had instead become a symbol of past serenity and natural beauty in a rapidly urbanizing Northeast.
The beautiful Green still anchors Guilford’s identity as a community. High school graduation is held upon the Green each spring, and the parade for the Guilford Fair circles it each fall. Cherished by residents and visitors alike, the Green remains Guilford’s heart after nearly four centuries of continuity and change.
22 yerel halk öneriyor
Guilford Town Green
115 Whitfield StWe are locate at the corner of the Green. The Guilford Green lies at the center of the community’s nearly four centuries of history, and in many ways offers a window onto the passage of time here. The Green was established shortly after the community’s founding in 1639. From its earliest days, the community claimed the Green is its practical and symbolic heart.
The 16-acre Green served both as a source for necessary resources and as a tangible expression of civilizing a New World wilderness. The Green was the pasture for all manner of livestock and provided firewood and construction materials, especially lumber, gravel, and stone, for the many early homes and businesses that sprang up around it. The Green was also the center of religion, education, and governance. The sacred meetinghouse and graves were the first manmade elements placed upon it, eventually followed by four schools and the secular Townhouse. The Green was also the center of commerce. Blacksmiths, whose valuable skills were in high demand in young Guilford, were enticed to settle with pieces of the Green carved off for their benefit. In addition, the Green became a marketplace, and hay scales were built upon it. Geographically, socially, commercially, and symbolically, the Green was the center of Guilford.
As Guilford evolved, so did the Green. Around the turn of the 19th century—more than 150 years after the community’s establishment—town leaders decreed that all “encumberances” be removed. This process did not begin immediately, but by the 1830s the churches had moved off the Green, the remaining buildings were razed, trees were replanted, and fencing defined it. Although the Green had begun its transformation into today’s beautiful park, the Post Road still traversed it, cattle still grazed freely, and grass for hay grew tall upon it.
In the latter half of the 19th century, the Green continued its evolution from working space to recreational space. Skating, football, baseball, band concerts, and the town’s storied agricultural fair were among the many important pursuits that took place there. Moreover, the women of Guilford, through the United Workers for Public Improvement, embarked on a beautification project. They raised money for lights and sidewalks, replanted more trees, and—with much fanfare—raked the Green.
Shortly after the Civil War, the first of many monuments was placed upon the Green. The Green became the site of community memory, with walks, stones, benches, and flagpoles dedicated to honor the sacrifice and dedication of war dead, leaders, and loved ones.
Route 1 was rerouted in the 20th century, drawing commerce north along the new transportation corridor and completing the Green’s transformation to community park. What was once a symbol of civilization and progress in a New World wilderness had instead become a symbol of past serenity and natural beauty in a rapidly urbanizing Northeast.
The beautiful Green still anchors Guilford’s identity as a community. High school graduation is held upon the Green each spring, and the parade for the Guilford Fair circles it each fall. Cherished by residents and visitors alike, the Green remains Guilford’s heart after nearly four centuries of continuity and change.
oin Captains Mike, Justin, Bryan and the crew of the Sea Mist as you tour the famous Thimble Islands off the coast of Branford, Connecticut. For nearly sixty years, 1000s of seafarers have enjoyed tours and charters of the Long Island Sound with Thimble Island Cruise.
The Thimble Islands is an archipelago consisting of small islands in Long Island Sound, located in and around the harbor of Stony Creek in the southeast corner of Branford, Connecticut. The islands are under the jurisdiction of the United States with security provided by the town of Branford police and the US Coast Guard.
The archipelago of islands made up of Stony Creek pink granite bedrock were once the tops of hills prior to the last ice age. As a result, the Thimble Islands are much more stable than most other islands in Long Island Sound, which are terminal moraines of rubble deposited by retreating glaciers.
26 yerel halk öneriyor
Thimble Islands
4 Indian Point Rdoin Captains Mike, Justin, Bryan and the crew of the Sea Mist as you tour the famous Thimble Islands off the coast of Branford, Connecticut. For nearly sixty years, 1000s of seafarers have enjoyed tours and charters of the Long Island Sound with Thimble Island Cruise.
The Thimble Islands is an archipelago consisting of small islands in Long Island Sound, located in and around the harbor of Stony Creek in the southeast corner of Branford, Connecticut. The islands are under the jurisdiction of the United States with security provided by the town of Branford police and the US Coast Guard.
The archipelago of islands made up of Stony Creek pink granite bedrock were once the tops of hills prior to the last ice age. As a result, the Thimble Islands are much more stable than most other islands in Long Island Sound, which are terminal moraines of rubble deposited by retreating glaciers.
Guilford Lakes Golf Course is an Executive 9-hole golf course, Voted "Best Public Golf Course" On The Shoreline. This challenging course, has been recognized by several state and regional industry publications as the #1 executive golf course in New England for its playability and its impeccable conditions. It has been nicknamed "Guilford's Little Augusta."
Guilford Lakes Golf Course
200 North Madison RoadGuilford Lakes Golf Course is an Executive 9-hole golf course, Voted "Best Public Golf Course" On The Shoreline. This challenging course, has been recognized by several state and regional industry publications as the #1 executive golf course in New England for its playability and its impeccable conditions. It has been nicknamed "Guilford's Little Augusta."
SGT is supporting the Town of Guilford’s effort to enhance bike and pedestrian safety, access and infrastructure, while exploring ways of connecting key destinations within Guilford as well as in adjacent towns. We are helping the town explore all forms of bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, including traffic calming, bike lanes, shared lanes, sidewalks and greenways. We also sponsor kids’ bike rodeos, public walks and rides, and other events to encourage people to adopt active lifestyles and to ride, walk and drive safely.
Shoreline Greenway Trail
Shoreline Greenway TrailSGT is supporting the Town of Guilford’s effort to enhance bike and pedestrian safety, access and infrastructure, while exploring ways of connecting key destinations within Guilford as well as in adjacent towns. We are helping the town explore all forms of bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, including traffic calming, bike lanes, shared lanes, sidewalks and greenways. We also sponsor kids’ bike rodeos, public walks and rides, and other events to encourage people to adopt active lifestyles and to ride, walk and drive safely.
This 22 acre park is a great place for fishing and picnics. Location includes:
Picnic Tables
Grills
14 yerel halk öneriyor
Chaffinch Island Park
39 Deepwood DrThis 22 acre park is a great place for fishing and picnics. Location includes:
Picnic Tables
Grills
136 Acres
Skate Park
Disc Golf Course
Pickleball courts
Trails for Cross Country Skiing, Horses, Hiking and Bike Riding
Restrooms
Softball & Soccer field with lights
3 Little league fields
Playground
Bittner Park
Long Hill Road136 Acres
Skate Park
Disc Golf Course
Pickleball courts
Trails for Cross Country Skiing, Horses, Hiking and Bike Riding
Restrooms
Softball & Soccer field with lights
3 Little league fields
Playground
Shop the Guilford Green shops.
Tracy's premier boutique featuring upscale casual clothing, business, cocktail and evening attire, also home to Tracy 2 for a more relaxed, casual option. Shop all brands in one place!
Tracy Brent Collections
71 Whitfield StShop the Guilford Green shops.
Tracy's premier boutique featuring upscale casual clothing, business, cocktail and evening attire, also home to Tracy 2 for a more relaxed, casual option. Shop all brands in one place!
71 Whitfield St
71 Whitfield StreetBeautiful shopping for gifts, clothing, jewelry books and food
City/town information
Guilford is a historic community located on Long Island sound. Tour historic homes, rent a boat, fish, swim or hike trails along the Long Island Sound. Hike or Mountain bike Westwood, a 1000 acres of land with trails, lakes, caves and natural beauty.
Golf, bike, rent a segway, or take historic tours.
First settled by Europeans in 1639 after being purchased from Native American leader Wequash, Guilford is considered by some to have the third largest collection of historic homes in New England, with important buildings from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.[6] There are five historic house museums, including Dudley Farm and the Henry Whitfield House (1639), the oldest dwelling house in Connecticut and the oldest stone house built by English settlers in North America.Guilford, Connecticut is noted for its rolling farmland, its avoidance of the density and sprawl that has occurred from land use regulations of its neighboring communities, and its numerous historic homes and sites
25 yerel halk öneriyor
Guilford
Guilford is a historic community located on Long Island sound. Tour historic homes, rent a boat, fish, swim or hike trails along the Long Island Sound. Hike or Mountain bike Westwood, a 1000 acres of land with trails, lakes, caves and natural beauty.
Golf, bike, rent a segway, or take historic tours.
First settled by Europeans in 1639 after being purchased from Native American leader Wequash, Guilford is considered by some to have the third largest collection of historic homes in New England, with important buildings from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.[6] There are five historic house museums, including Dudley Farm and the Henry Whitfield House (1639), the oldest dwelling house in Connecticut and the oldest stone house built by English settlers in North America.Guilford, Connecticut is noted for its rolling farmland, its avoidance of the density and sprawl that has occurred from land use regulations of its neighboring communities, and its numerous historic homes and sites