EXPLORE MADISON
SAND & SEA
The town of Madison, CT is home to some of the most beautiful beaches on the CT Shoreline and boasts over 2 miles of beach!
Guests enjoy access to East Beach, Surf Club Park and West Beach with parking passes available at the Inn.
Just a short drive away Hammonasset Beach State Park, which features over 2 miles of Beach access.
SHOP
Our quaint downtown includes the recently renovated Madison Cinema and RJ Julia Booksellers, the winner of multiple awards including being named Connecticut Magazine's Best Bookstore.
Visit a variety of unique boutiques in Downtown Madison. For brand name deals, Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets is just a short drive away.
FARM FRESH
From roadside stands to pick-your-own farms, the CT Shoreline is full of amazing ways to bring home some of the freshest treats in New England.
Visit Bishops Orchards (just a 10 minute drive from The Homestead) to pick your own fruit, shop the gourmet marketplace, or enjoy one of their many events in the Big Red Barn.
FOODIE FUN
Looking for mouthwatering local dishes? Madison and the surrounding towns offer some of the Shoreline's best foodie finds.
From authentic Italian at Cafe Allegre, to delectable French
cuisine at Bar Bouchee, or one of the best lobster rolls in Connecticut at Lenny and Joe's Fishtail you won't need to go far to find the perfect dish for you.
HIKING
Enjoy the outdoors and get those steps in with a hike on one of the many trails dotting the town of Madison. Explore nature and stumble upon historic sites with trails courtesy of the Madison Land Trust.
The Shoreline Greenway Trail is the perfect way to explore the shoreline with over 1 mile of curated trails from Hammonasett State park to Downtown Madison.
HISTORY
Learn more about the early days of Madison and the CT Shoreline with museums such as the Deacon John Grave House.
Take a short drive to The Connecticut River Museum to learn about the history of the residents of the Connecticut River Valley.
ENTERTAINMENT
Enjoy the arts with a visit to the historic Ivoryton Playhouse or take in a musical at the Goodspeed Opera House.
With local concerts on the town green and Summer Concerts at Salt Meadow, Madison is proud to support local actors, artists and musicians. Local venues such as the Madison Arts Barn and Madison Lyric Stage, make Madison a leader in local entertainment.
WINE & BEER
Wine lovers rejoice. Madison is lucky to be in the center of amazing wineries located on the CT Wine Trail including nearby Chamard Vineyards and Bishops Orchard Winery.
If beer is more your speed visit Thimble Island Brewing Company or Stony Creek Brewing. For a full brew pup experience we love taking in a pint al fresco at Coastline Brewing Company.