Posted in Connecticut August 14, 2017 by Lauren Sweeney

Stay In A Helicopter At This One-Of-A-Kind Connecticut Resort

That’s right, at Winvian Farm you can spend the night inside a decommissioned helicopter that’s been turned into a hotel suite. While the pilot and passenger seats remain, in retirement they’re joined by a woodstove, mod sofa, flat screen TV, and king-sized bed. Read on for an inside peek at the helicopter and a few of the resort’s other unique cottages!

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If you're in desperate need of a relaxing getaway, this fully-restored Sikorsky Sea Penguin HH3F helicopter is ready to rescue you.

These controls might not work, but the pilot and passenger seats behind them are still there, so guests can pretend.

The controls are vintage, but the mini-bar is definitely new.

The cabin looks a little bit different than it did back in its Coast Guard days.

If the cabin starts feeling claustrophobic, retreat to the king-sized bed outside the helicopter.

For guests who really do want to take flight, Winvian Farm offers sunrise and sunset hot air balloon rides.

Remember, the helicopter is just one of 18 interesting cottages at Winvian Farm. Look at this tree house guests can stay in!

Sometimes it's hard to find a decent place to shower while camping. Stay in Winvian Farm's camping-themed cottage to bathe like this.

Built around a massive white oak, the Charter Oak cottage pays homage to the legendary hiding place of Connecticut’s charter during the Revolution.

What the chef does with all of that fresh, farm-to-table produce is both delicious and artistic.

Between the unique cottages, exciting activities, and cleverly presented farm-to-table dining, Winvian Farms makes one interesting place to get away. Would you stay in the helicopter, or would you choose another option?

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