Unique fieldstone castle was home to legendary stage actor, William Gillette. The 184 acre park is situated on a hill overlooking the Connecticut River. Gillette, best known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes on stage, designed his house with intricately carved locks and wood doors. Hiking trails and picnic spots.
21 wooded sites near scenic waterfall. Stream fishing, no swimming. No pets. $11/night/
East Haddam, CT State ParksOne-room school where patriot spy and Connecticut'state hero Nathan Hale taught (1773-1774)
East Haddam, CT Historic SchoolhousesReservations needed at least 2 weeks before intended stay, limited to one night stay, break camp by 9 a.m. Accessible only by canoe, camp offers primitive riverside sites with fireplaces, pit toilets, mooring or docking facilities are not provided. 20
East Haddam, CT Historic Homes1818 shipbuilder?s homestead with six fireplaces. Six rooms with private bath (one suite with sauna)
East Haddam, CT Lodging30-minute tour of historic Victorian theater built in 1876
East Haddam, CT ToursOld-time fire trucks (1850-1967), models and history of fire fighting....
Summer productions of fully staged operas with orchestra....
Romantic Victorian farmhouse with a porch and deck. Four rooms furnished with antiques, private bath, TV, a/c; beach passes....
Eight mile and easy-level self-guided bicycle ride. The ride takes you by an historic church and cemeteries, past Oliver Ells...