Compliment your ballooning experience with overnight accommodations at one of the following:
High Meadow Bed and Breakfast is a beautifully restored 18th Century house nestled in 70 acres of rolling hills overlooking a pond. After 20 years of living in and renovating this 1742 historic house, Bob Charles decided to combine his love of cooking and hospitality and become an innkeeper. Be ready to be charmed, for the results are unique. Choose from the two double rooms upstairs, each with central air and a private bath or if you need something larger, the Brae Cottage located in a meadow below the main house. This treasure is located in Wallingford, Connecticut, only 1.5 miles from Interstate 91. Call 203-269-2351 or e-mail for more information.
House on the Hill Bed and Breakfast is located in Waterbury's historic district. Built in 1888, this beautiful inn, described as “One of Connecticut’s Handsomest Bed and Breakfast Establishments” by Connecticut Magazine, is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. House On The Hill boasts six fireplaces, sunny wrap-a-round porches, a treasure trove of original built-in cabinetry and antique furniture and beautiful gardens. The proprietor, Marianne Vandenburgh, has spent the last twenty-one years restoring the House On The Hill to its original Victorian splendor. It is located on the corner of Pine Street and Woodlawn Terrace, just one mile from Exit 21 off Interstate 84, approximately a 20 minute drive from Castle View. Call 203-757-9901 for more information and reservations.
The Wallingford Victorian Bed and Breakfast, an historic 1891 era Queen Anne Victorian, offers beautiful architecture, warm colors, high ceilings, original woodwork, pocket doors, fireplaces, and more. A swimming pool and exercise facility are just a few blocks away and Wharton Brook State Park offers old fashioned swimming hole fun all summer. For your convenience, all accommodations have free high speed internet access, free cable TV, desk with chair, phone, and other amenities included at no extra charge. It is conveniently located off I-91 and Rt. 15 Merritt Parkway midway between New Haven and Hartford, 10 miles from Castle View. Call toll free 1-877-269-4499 for more information and reservations.
Conveniently located in the heart of Connecticut, the Holiday Inn Express of Southington features 122 newly renovated guestrooms. The friendly staff and warm atmosphere will make the hotel your home away from home. Indulge yourself in the morning with a complimentary deluxe breakfast bar. The Holiday Inn Express is situated at exit 32 off I-84 on Laning Street, just a minute away from numerous restaurants, lounges, and shopping. About 15 minutes away from Cheshire and Balloon Rides by Castle View LLC. Call 860-276-0736 or 1-800-HOLIDAY for reservations and make sure you tell them your flying with Castle View for special discount rates.
Comfort Suites is conveniently located just 2.5 miles from CastleView at 64 Knotter Dr, Southington. Amenities include free continental breakfast, coffee, local calls, fitness center and heated pool. Call toll free 877-424-6423 or visit their website for more information and reservations.
Since ballooning depends on good weather, plan on staying several days during the week, keeping at least two mornings open for a flight.
