Rowayton, CT Comes Alive!
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With spring here and summer on the horizon, the idyllic seaside village of Rowayton, CT comes alive! Located between Darien and Norwalk, it’s small-town charm is not only a throwback to times gone by, but the town also has a cosmopolitan feel offering something for everyone.
The houses and architecture are comprised of historic homes as well as a bevy of contemporary and eclectic styles. The real estate market is solid and the home prices remain strong. One house currently on the market has been referred to as the “Toll House” since the mid 1800’s. The house at 56 Wilson Avenue is a beautiful country colonial and sits in the heart of Rowayton – a block’s walk to the village and waterfront. Legend has it that farmers used to walk their cattle to the house, pay their “toll” and head down to the grazing fields on Belle Island, which today showcases the most spectacular waterfront homes in the area.
Take a stroll down Rowayton Avenue and you’ll notice art galleries, gourmet markets, waterfront dining and family restaurants. Rent a kayak and explore the river and the Sound, but after you’re finished be prepared to eat & relax.
Brendan’s 101, a popular family spot, offers breakfast, dinner and everything in between. Enjoy any of Aunt Joan’s delicious homemade muffins and deserts, however, no stop at 101 would be complete without trying some of their gourmet ice cream. Another unique spot is Rowayton Pizza, which on Friday nights throughout the summer you can dine al fresco and listen to live music. Although both of these restaurants are family friendly you’ll always see an eclectic mix of the young and old – exactly what Rowayton is all about. For those looking for fancier fare & cocktails, Rowayton Seafood offers some of the most spectacular views of the Five Mile River and Long Island Sound. A block down the street The River Cat Grill offers upscale dining as well as a casual barroom with a nautical feeling. Every weekend throughout the year rub elbows with the locals and listen to some of the best live music around!
Residents of Rowayton Connecticut are truly blessed. Every resident of Rowayon has exclusive rights to Bayley Beach as well as the town tennis and paddle courts. Additionally, Rowayton has a public library housed in an old stable, a large dog park and numerous parks, playgrounds, nature preserves and boat facilities. Additionally there are also a number of private beach and yacht clubs that once can elect to join as well.
Whether you live in Rowayton or just plan to visit there is something for everybody. This summer come to Rowayton and experience the annual outdoor Shakespeare on the Sound & the Rowayton Summer Music Festival. Another great event is the Rowayton River Ramble – a casual family carnival with games and attractions for the whole family located along the water’s edge of the Five Mile River. The kick-off to the season, however, begins this May with the annual Comedy Night.
This summer come visit Rowayton, but be prepared you may not want to leave!
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“It’s a great, unpretentious hometown,” says Andy Rooney about water-ringed Rowayton, Connecticut, where he’s lived with his wife since 1951.
