Book Review: The Couple at Causeway Cottage

Whenever June rolls around I always put Elizabeth Park on the list of places to visit ASAP! Elizabeth Park, located in Hartford, CT is over 100+ acres of gardens, walking path, baseball fields, tennis & basketball courts, and so much more. They host concerts and events. The park is on the National Register of Historic Sites.

Starting in late March to early April several flowers starts to bloom at Elizabeth Park. They have a variety from tulips, daffodils, Iris garden, roses and dahlias. I used to work in West Hartford several years ago, that’s when I discovered this park at the peak of season of the rose gardens.

It’s a beautiful park with plenty of picnic tables. You could pack up a lunch and bring it there and enjoy the nature. There’s a cafe on site - Pond House Cafe. I haven’t been there but it looks nice!

Last summer I made sure to wake up at 4:30 so that I could make it to Hartford at sunrise (it’s a hour commute) before it was mobbed with people walking around the rose garden. It was the best moment, having the entire garden to myself! I enjoyed photographing the garden at a variety of angles. There is a gazebo in the center covered in ivy. I could see why this was a popular spot for photography sessions, influencers and everyone!

I usually make a day out of it, visiting the rose garden then walking around UConn Law school. The buildings there are beautiful! The Mark Twain House and Museum isn’t that far from the Elizabeth Park. Of course, there’s also West Hartford Center & Blue Back Square in West Hartford for some shopping! There’s plenty to do in Hartford!

Here are some gorgeous photos from the rose garden: