New Milford is a scenic, livable small town with a walkable historic downtown, riverside parks and ready access to Candlewood Lake and Litchfield Hills — great for post-shift kayaking, hiking, farmers’ markets, cozy cafes and a few solid restaurants and breweries, so multi-week stays feel active and comfortable rather than dull.
For bigger-city options within easy driving distance, Danbury offers more dining/shopping and regional transit, while New Haven brings museums, college-town nightlife and major rail connections.