Where: Dune Fairfield Beach, Fairfield, Connecticut
Crisp wall-to-ceiling white offers a welcome respite from hot, summery days at this classy accommodation located on southwestern Connecticut’s upscale Gold Coast only steps from the shared private Fairfield Beach. The family-friendly property’s 14 rooms come with fully stocked kitchenettes, and some are pet-friendly.
Better on Two Wheels: Take advantage of Dune’s complimentary bikes and hit downtown Fairfield, with its array of shops and restaurants—or check out one of the beautiful paved bike paths. The Southport Bike Tour follows a nine-mile route through the charming village of the same name, and the Five Beach Bike Tour covers 15.5 miles and includes all of Fairfield’s beaches plus Southport Harbor.
Drive Time: 3 hours, 30 minutes.
June Rates: Starting at $215.
1160 Reef Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, (203) 256-4985, website.
