The hearth room
Hearth & Stoves
Nothing beats real warmth on a New England winter night. We specialize in wood stoves and inserts, and carry gas and pellet stoves and new gas fireplaces too — with 18 units on display so you can see the fire before you buy.
- 18 stoves on display
- Live burn displays
- Wood · Gas · Pellet
- Licensed local installers
Find the Right Fire
- Wood stoves & inserts. Our specialty. Rustic charm and serious heat — and a wood insert is the classic cure for an old, drafty fireplace.
- Gas stoves & fireplaces. Instant, thermostat-ready warmth with no wood pile. New gas fireplace installations available.
- Pellet stoves. Efficient, cleaner-burning heat with hopper convenience — a favorite for everyday supplemental heating.
Not sure what your chimney or floor plan allows? Bring photos and measurements — or download our measurement sheet before you visit and we'll size it right the first time.
Authorized dealer
Top National Brands
Whether you need a free-standing wood, pellet or gas stove, a fireplace insert or a new gas fireplace, we carry some of the best names in the business — click a logo to browse each maker's full line.
Financing available — ask in store for details.
Watch & learn
How Today's Stoves Work
A few short films from the brands we carry — how a catalytic Blaze King burns for up to 40 hours on one load, why soapstone stays warm all night, and how to get the most out of any wood stove.
How a Blaze King Works
Blaze King 101
The Hearthstone Soapstone Family: Castleton, Heritage & Mansfield
Best Practices for Using a Wood StoveLive burn displays
Come Feel the Heat
Eighteen stoves and fireplaces are on display in our Deep River hearth room, and several burn live — so you can compare the glow of soapstone, cast iron and steel with your own eyes before you decide. Shop local with a family-owned business and experience the difference personal service makes.
Beat the fall rush: stove season in Connecticut starts earlier than you think — the best selection and installation slots go in late summer. Visit in the off-season and your new stove will be ready for the first cold snap.
Professional Installation
Correct installation is critical for a stove to run safely and efficiently. We work with fully licensed and insured local installers who handle everything from hearth pads and venting to the final safety check. Prefer your own installer? That's fine too — we'll supply the specs.
Need Parts?
We support the brands we sell. Email info@pondsidekitchens.com with your contact information, the make, model and serial number, the date and place of original purchase, and a photo of the part you need — we'll take it from there.
Come see 18 stoves and fireplaces on display.
Stop by the Deep River showroom or call — estimates are always free.