New Canaan, CT —
A Perfect Place to Unwind & Get Away

I came to New Canaan as an apprentice teacher at New Canaan Country School back in 1996 after I just graduated from college in Mainland China. Since then I have traveled around the world and lived in many places in the U.S. such as San Francisco, Boston and New York City. Eventually I chose to settle down in New Canaan, Connecticut after my oldest son was born. Life has been a full circle for me and I don't know a better town than New Canaan.

Location

Located in Fairfield County, New Canaan is bordered by Darien, Stamford, Wilton and Pound Ridge, New York.

Distance

A one-hour drive from Manhattan or 65-minute direct train ride from Grand Central station.

Getting Here

Drive along the Merritt Parkway from Manhattan or hop aboard the New Haven line of the Metro-North.

"downtown has an English village vibe and is so charming"

New Canaan is so picturesque and it is a perfect place to unwind and get away from the noise & chaos. You can be foodies, nature lovers, history buffs or art collectors, you will have no problem finding what you are looking for here in New Canaan. Among those who call New Canaan home are financial and corporate executives, writers, musicians, celebrities and advertisers, to name a few. The downtown has an English village vibe and is so charming and safe that even children can freely walk around.

It’s a short direct train ride to Grand Central which my husband takes to easily commute to his midtown Manhattan office. There is YMCA where my kids can go afterschool and many boutique shops, restaurants, cafes, art galleries and yoga studios where I can meet up with friends.

There is a 40-acre park where you can hike, jog, bike, bring your dog and play soccer. Grace Farms is one of my favorite spots where you can engage with nature, arts, religion and community. I am grateful that I live in such a nice town. I couldn’t ask for anything more than New Canaan.

Come to New Canaan and you will love it...

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"downtown has an English village vibe and is so charming"

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