The Connecticut River Valley Inn Hartford South/Glastonbury

I attended an artist workshop at the CRVI in September, and it was a wonderful venue. Pat, the Innkeeper, recruits wonderful artists and then attends to every detail to make the experience perfect. From the comfortable and charming rooms to the creative and tasty meals, the beautiful grounds, the studio space and the walk to everything location, it could not have been more enjoyable. The ten workshop attendees were made to feel at home from the moment we arrived. With beautiful weather, we really enjoyed the outdoor space -- the gardens are beautiful, furniture comfortable and it was so peaceful! With a busy schedule (and all meals included) we didn't have time to explore the village center, but within a 5-minute walk there were dozens of restaurants, small stores, a great wine shop, a Starbucks and a Whole Foods market. There was also a nice park along the riverfront and an arts festival while we were there. I would highly recommend staying at the inn -- whether for a workshop, like I did, or just as a nice getaway in the lovely town of Glastonbury.

This is a beautiful inn, built in the 1740s, with wonderful grounds that lead to the Connecticut River. This is not your typical bed and breakfast or hotel. Each room has its own unique decor. The hosts and staff were lovely and so welcoming and went over and beyond what was expected. The meals were also lovely.

The pictures on the web do not do this beautiful place justice! Clean! The Owner is wonderful! Breakfast was incredible! Mattress and pillows are great! Shower/spa is luxurious! Went for anniversary getaway and will definitely go back again!! Highly recommend!!!

If you've ever wanted the opportunity to do nothing but quilt while lovely people attend to your every need and prepare wonderful meals and snacks for you, Pat's Artists Rising Retreats are for you. Pat's historic Connecticut River Valley Inn has been lovingly restored and updated. The accommodations are splendid, spacious, and quiet. The gardens are amazing and the workshop space looks out over the grounds. The food is delicious. Pat and Teri are charming and accommodating. Every single thing is perfect. Pat and her staff prepare three meals a day for attendees and the food was consistently wonderful. At my retreat, there was one vegetarian, one person gluten-free, one person dairy-free and one person who doesn't eat onions. Pat fed us all, kept it straight, and was good-natured about our group of fussy eaters. It was remarkable. Sue Benner is one of the most admired, respected, and collected textile artists in the world. It turns out that she is also a smart, supportive, creative, adaptable, hard-working, generous, and level-headed teacher. Sue shared her techniques, creative processes, ideas, hacks, wisdom and humor for five days. we learned from watching her work as well as from her prepared materials and daily slide shows. I feel lucky for the opportunity to study with her. The Sue Benner workshop at Pat's Artists Rising retreats in Connecticut is a five-star event. I would go back in a heartbeat.

I attended an artist retreat at Connecticut River Valley Inn, and it exceeded my expectations from beginning to end! It was in a beautiful setting filled with gorgeous landscaping everywhere you looked. The website description and photos are accurate, and nice shops and restaurants are within an easy half mile walk. The owner, Pat Brubaker, is an artist and that was evident from her attention to detail from the accommodations, table settings, fresh homemade meals, and the actual art studio. Our instructor, David Daniels, is a master teacher and extraordinary artist with decades of experience painting and teaching. The week was wonderful and I enthusiastically recommend CRV Inn for a vacation, special event or a retreat!

While visiting family in Glastonbury this past week, my husband and I enjoyed a delightful one night stay at The Connecticut River Valley Inn. Hosts Pat and Wayne Brubaker were very warm and hospitable, the room with fireplace and outdoor balcony area was lovely, and breakfast was delicious. Many thanks Pat and Wayne. We will surely be back on our next pass through Glastonbury. Victoria B.