This castle is the definitive venue for the classic New England wedding. They can easily host 200+ at the reception and you can have the wedding outdoors on the back porch overlooking the acres that the Laphams used to own.
After wrapping up the summer season of concerts each Wednesday, Waveny does not disappoint - wonderful walking trails and the beautiful foliage dazzles us with amazing red, yellow and burnt siena - folks walking dogs and a dog park near the paddle tennis courts abound - on Sundays model airplanes and helicopters dot the sky above the field - and the wonderful Carriage House on the property has consistent art exhibits for the community.
Best dog park in area - friendly people and dogs - Large fenced in area with lots of grass and trees. The people pick up really well at this park compared to some of the other parks I have been to. Also has nice trails that you can walk with your dog. Historic mansion and grounds are a great place to just relx
We're visitors to the area and have walked around the park several times - for exercise and fresh air. Firstly retiree are ample free parking spaces - never has there been a problem finding one. Secondly there is usually a number of people flying their latest airborne toys - planes and helicopters and the like and it's quite amusing. There is also a dog exercise area where you can watch the dogs having fun and socialising. The only negative is there are no rest rooms so you must time your visits carefully.
A walker's delight includes a two mile trail, ideal for a picnic with vast expanses of green lawn. The mansion is open to weddings and the like. Great fun for a family who wants to be out on a sunny day.
The Lapham Family was so generous to donate this lovely property to the Town of New Canaan. It is a great place to catch a concert and fireworks in the summer, and walk the trails during the entire year. The various buildings on the property house excellent centers for Art, Ceramics and classes for the community, especially the Senior set. And the playing fields are just beautiful!
This tiny little spot produces both the standard hot dogs, pizza and grilled cheeses, but also has some interesting salads and wraps. The help is wonderful and somehow manages gets lunches or snacks to hungry little diners in a hurry. The food is fresh, the outdoor dining at tables makes it almost like a picnic. Prices are really fair. There are always young baseball players coming from the playing fields and hurrying to the counters for their food. Their tales of the last game always make for interesting listening. Dog Friendly!!!
Lots of reasons to enjoy:- broad/maintained walking trails- dog park- theater- tennis- picnic- kite flying- frisbee...
A go to location for a wonderful walk in the woods in the middle of New Canaan. You will return many times to enjoy this jewel of a park.
Great to bring your kids and the dog.Plenty of room to run.Well maintained.Best of all it is free