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Enchanting Country House on 18 acres, Sunset Views, <15 minutes from Tanglewood

Enchanting Country House on 18 acres, Sunset Views, <15 minutes from Tanglewood

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Welcome to 18 acres of Berkshire magic!
Our long, tree-lined driveway is shady and inviting.
Enclosed Front Porch facing South
Enclosed Front Porch facing North
Living Room

Overview of Enchanting Country House on 18 acres, Sunset Views, <15 minutes from Tanglewood

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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West Stockbridge, MA
  • Popular LocationTanglewood Music Center16 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Shrine of the Divine Mercy17 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Mount21 min drive
  • AirportAlbany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bed #4

1 Double Futon

Bed #5

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

The Blue Room

1 Double Bed

The Pink Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Large Downstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower & sink Dnstrs Bath

Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Enchanting Country House on 18 acres, Sunset Views, <15 minutes from Tanglewood

A Writer’s Haven!!!

360-degree scenic PRIVACY. YET… just 1/2 mile off the Mass Pike and 15 minutes from Tanglewood, Lenox & Stockbridge! DOG FRIENDLY! Large fenced-in dog pen.

As you enter the long, private, tree-lined drive, you'll find yourself enveloped in magically scenic, peaceful and lush surroundings.

Once inside, the amazing original wood-beam ceiling and massive picture windows with gorgeous views will captivate you. The house is updated enough with all necessary comforts, but we've preserved the country charm of this farmhouse (built in 1875) in every way possible. Examples include exposed post & beam corners, salvaged hardwood floors, the oversized clawfoot bathtub and a 16-gauge copper farmhouse sink in the kitchen. The property is a peaceful, private, serene and magical place that you'll have all to yourself, yet you'll be just 10-15 minutes from the best attractions in the area and less than 1 minute from the Mass Pike!

CALLING ALL TRAINSPOTTERS AND RAILFANS! One of the unique features of the property is its proximity to a railroad track that is used by both Amtrak as well as cargo trains. The track is adjacent to the southern border of the property, and this affords you a very cool view of the various types of trains that go by.

Most find the trains' sounds a unique, cool part of the experience here. And many find the passing train sounds soothing.

Sometimes there are only 1 or 2 trains in a 24 hour period. Sometimes there are as many as 15 in a 24 hour period.

The trains do honk their horns as they're approaching, because the house is near a RR crossing. Some find the horn to be loud.

For those who prefer not to hear them at night (they do occasionally run in the evening), ear plugs are provided for each guest. However, most say that after a day or two here, they don't notice the train horn much.

The house has high speed internet / wifi and a television with Roku (you'll log into your own Hulu, Netflix, Amazon, etc. accounts). There are portable air conditioner units in the two larger bedrooms (primarily for sleeping...not 24/7 use). And a cooling fan is available for the smaller guest bedroom.

A Culligan water softener / filtration system services the entire house, the source of which is fresh well water.

FULL STANDBY POWER GENERATOR! Should a storm cause the house to lose power, the 14Kw stand-by power generator will kick on automatically, providing enough power for the important things (water, heat, fridge, lights in most spaces, microwave ((but not the stove/range)), wi-fi, tv, etc.) When power resumes, the generator will switch back to the regular power source automatically.

This property is very, very special. And it's very private, yet super close to Tanglewood, Kripalu, Stockbridge, Lenox, etc.

You can have a baseball game out on the lawn, go Forest Bathing in our 5 acres of untouched woods, catch glimpses of the diverse wildlife on and around the property, and you can park numerous vehicles on the driveway -- you'll have so much scenic acreage to use as you please. It's like an enchanting retreat, yet it's very close to most of the cultural and recreational attractions that make the Berkshires so very special. ONE DOG PER STAY IS WELCOME: Large fenced-in dog pen! (kindly have nails trimmed before arrival)

*Note: furnishings / décor are subject to change

Property manager

Lisa Paul
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
1 well-behaved dog (must have trimmed nails)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly enforced
Guests are asked to kindly towel dry both the copper kitchen sink and the porcelain claw foot bathtub after each use to preserve the materials.
Dog must be house-trained with nails recently trimmed. Additionally, guests are asked to wipe clean dog's feet when entering from outside.
Guests are asked to ALWAYS use the two provided Pet Protector Throws if allowing dog up on furniture.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

West Stockbridge

Located in West Stockbridge, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Furnace Brook Winery at Hilltop Orchards and Balderdash Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ebenezer II Gifts and Antiques and Hotchkiss Mobile Studio. Charles H. Baldwin & Sons and Hoffman's Pottery are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
West Stockbridge, MA

What's nearby

  • Norman Rockwell Museum - 14 min drive
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 16 min drive
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 17 min drive
  • Shakespeare and Company - 19 min drive
  • The Mount - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 4 min drive
  • Subway - 4 min drive
  • No. Six Depot Roastery & Cafe - 6 min drive
  • Amici - 7 min drive
  • Smokey Sweet BBQ - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting Country House on 18 acres, Sunset Views, <15 minutes from Tanglewood pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Enchanting Country House on 18 acres, Sunset Views, <15 minutes from Tanglewood?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting Country House on 18 acres, Sunset Views, <15 minutes from Tanglewood?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting Country House on 18 acres, Sunset Views, <15 minutes from Tanglewood located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Richmond Free Public Library, Ebenezer II Gifts and Antiques and Hotchkiss Mobile Studio. Charles H. Baldwin & Sons is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
Very clean and well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Exactly what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Berkshire getaway
Well maintained, has everything you need, and it's in a great location. The hosts communicated regularly and getting in was a breeze.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great Berkshires Getaway Place
A charming classic NE farmhouse in West Stockbridge—a cute, little town convenient to everything in the Berkshires. Attractive, eclectic decor with multiple, cozy seating areas. Lisa welcomes you with a chilled bottle of wine and note, and has really thought about just about anything a guest would need to stay here comfortably, including protective furniture throws if you have a dog who likes to snuggle on the sofa. It was great to have the large, fenced dog run, too. The caveats about the trains are transparent. We really didn’t mind it but there are multiple freight trains every day (and a couple in the night) plus the daily Amtrak Lake Shore Ltd. comes through a couple of times. (Any train-loving young children will be in heaven watching them all go by.) The trains need to blow their whistles for the crossings not far away and if the bedroom windows are open at night, the whistle can be loud if you don’t opt for wearing earplugs). We would love to go there again! The only suggestion—we would have liked window shades to block the early morning sun in the large bedroom.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronna and Dan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Berkshires vacation
The house is very comfortable and the location is beautiful and convenient for walks, hikes, shopping, dining, etc. Lisa, the owner, is lovely and responsive - we were greeted with a personalized welcome note and bottle of wine.an overall great experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Paul

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I am senior executive in the live events & entertainment industry, travel often and am bi-coastal. Have had this property since 2003 (purchased as a 2nd home), and spent 5.5 years making it the little slice of heaven that it is today.

Why they chose this property

This property was purchased in 2003, and I spent 5.5 years renovating this farmhouse, which was built in 1875. I did not renovate it to "update" it as much as to create a very special space that celebrates the inherent charm and history of the property. And to make sure that its breathtaking scenic views could be optimally enjoyed from most every location in the house.

What makes this property unique

The whole property, all 18 acres, is so serene, scenic and peaceful, that honestly my house guests always have a hard time leaving. There are 360-degree views of nature and no other houses in immediate proximity. I own the land on both sides of Bryan Road, so the house is buffered on all sides by pristine, untouched woods, a glorious hillside and pond, a 8.5 acre nature preserve and a large manicured lawn.

Though you'll be enveloped in the exquisite beauty of the Berkshire Hills, you'll have all the comforts of home, including high speed internet / wifi, television (basic cable & Roku), Culligan-softened / filtered water throughout the house, and washer / dryer laundry.

You'll be 10-20 minutes from most of the Berkshires' major cultural and recreational attractions (20-60 minutes from the rest), and just 1/2 mile off the Mass Pike. What more could you ask for?

And in the unlikely event of a power outage, the house is equipped with a 14Kw standby power generator. So power will be restored within 20 seconds of going out, and most everything will be usable (water, heat, fridge, most lights / outlets, wi-fi, etc.), except for the stove/range. When power is restored, the generator will automatically switch back to the main power source.

There will always be a trusted, local (lovely!) contact reachable during your stay.

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