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Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road

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The living is easy anytime of the year in the Berkshires
Surrounded by acres of woods, paths, creek and pond.
Across the road from the Pittsfield Golf Club, formerly Morewood Manor in 1800.
180 years in the same beautiful location with a brook and acres of woods!
Beautiful location in all four seasons.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Pittsfield, MA
  • Berkshire Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bousquet Ski Area
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tanglewood Music Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Ground floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road

Comfortable, quiet home in Pittsfield minutes from Tanglewood, Berkshire Theater Festivals and other year round attractions. Oldest one room school house in New England and listed as a U.S. National Historic Place. Built in 1825 and rebuilt 1843 after a fire. Morewood has been used continually by the community until being converted to a private residence in 1985. The home was completely renovated in 2010 with glass and tile bathroom and updates throughout the 1000 square foot interior located in the middle of an acre wooded lot on a quiet mountain road. The bedroom with a queen sized bed is on the ground floor next to the bathroom with a closet and electric heater. The ground floor has the bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, the original blackboard, very large windows, a great room with dining table for eight, gas ceramic stove, sofa and TV/DVD and bedroom for two. The sofa can be converted to a queen size bed for guests or kids or to sleep in front the fireplace in the winter. The bedroom in the loft above the great room has twin beds, a Roku TV, closet and AC window unit. The wooded lot is fenced in for pet safety with a pond and running brook on two sides. The stone patio has a dining table and chairs for four, charcoal grill, Adirondack chairs and hammock under the trees near the fire pit. For background on the Berkshires watch the HGTV video on
this website about the history of Morewood School and also the Prime Video "Melville in Love" with many scenes of the Morewood estate and Herman Melville's nearby home where he wrote the great American novel "Moby Dick".

Keywords: house, berkshire, pet, friendly, schoolhouse, historic

Property manager

Bob Clydesdale

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number C0157812360

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pittsfield

Located in Pittsfield, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Berkshire Museum and Bousquet Ski Area are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Guido's Marketplace and Lee Premium Outlets. The Bookstore and Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Pittsfield, MA

What's nearby

  • Berkshire Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Colonial Theater - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bousquet Ski Area - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hancock Shaker Village - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 14 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 4 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Guido's Fresh Marketplace - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ayelada - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tito's Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Housatonic River, Colonial Theater and Berkshire Museum. Berkshire Athenaeum and Guido's Marketplace are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 87 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Missy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall getaway

Beautiful and comfortable. Close to everything and yet in a quite relaxing area. Loved reading about the history of the school house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma v.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and historic stay

We had an excellent time in this cosy and historic home. Especially loved the fireplace and large, fenced yard, and it's a quick drive to the nearby town of Lenox and great outdoor activities. Some of the surfaces in the kitchen and bathroom were a bit dirty upon arrival, but we easily wiped them down with the provided cleaning supplies. Overall, had a great time and would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Great home and very central to lots of Berkshire attractions. Spotless, easy communication, comfortable and quaint
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Almost perfect

Interesting and creative spaceGreat open space and comfortable .Only negative was that the owner who is far away did not always respond promptly to my few questions . That would have made it perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Berkshires getaway

We had a great stay at this former schoolhouse. Couldn’t have been more charming!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

Quaint, cozy and spacious. Right off a main road, yet feels worlds away even while outside on the grounds. The "house" itself was clean, bright and welcoming. Gets a little warm upstairs with the heat going, but the main floor is perfect. Had a nice little firepit out back to roast some s'mores, would suggest an ax to chop some more firewood if you plan on having many fires. Lots of counter space for cooking, all the necessities are there for use. Honestly, I'd go back just for the kitchen, nevermind the rest of the place :P . We're definitely going to head back here, maybe before the end of fall, definitely in the springtime. Loved this place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P., Framingham, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time

We have stayed here many times. The schoolhouse , property with fenced yard and location are perfect for us and our dog. Bob is a wonderful host. Having the first floor bedroom, which is new since our last visit, is an asset.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Nora K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The school house itself is very special

The 1843 school house itself is beautiful, inside and out. I loved it. It was quiet, well furnished and very spacious. The front yard, fenced in area was perfect too. The backyard area with the fire pit and grill needed taking care of and was virtually u usable. It did not ruin our lovely time there at all but should be looked at in the future because it is not up to the quality of the rest of the property. I did love our stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

It was relaxing. The weather was not the best. However, my dog and I enjoyed local trails and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcome Get-away

We were very pleased with everything about the Moorewood little red schoolhouse..wonderful spot for 2 from which to explore the Berkshire hills and towns! The open floor plan and perfectly equipped kitchen were enjoyed to the fullest. And it suited us epecially well with our pittie, who loved the freedom of the fenced yard. Thank you for a wonderful stay at your comfortable and lovingly restored historic home in western MA!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Cozy luxury in a tranquil setting

I was traveling with my young daughter to visit family and was seeking something homier than a hotel that offered self-catering. Morewood was so much more than just a place to sleep and make a meal or two. We really felt at home during our stay and appreciated every amenity offered from the stereo system to the laundry to the comfortable bed to the amazing shower. I couldn't recommend a stay at Morewood School any more highly, it made our trip to the Berkshires unforgettable.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Perfect

This was our second stay at the schoolhouse. It is a beautiful property both inside and outside. The house was completely furnished so we had everything we needed or wanted. We have family in the area and had plenty of room for them to stop by and visit. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

J K.

Peace and quiet in a busy vacation locale

The red schoolhouse exterior caught my attention because I am a retired teacher. The mix of a charming historical atmosphere and modern conveniences is very pleasing. The quiet neighborhood provides a peaceful, relaxed environment. The outlying area offers a multitude of enjoyable, year-round activities. Janice central Mass

8/10 Good

Gwen A.

Enjoyable stay!

Lovely setting, charming accommodations! Beds were comfortable, well-stocked kitchen, great shower, laundry. Plenty of towels and linens were supplied. A window AC unit is provided in the loft. A few housekeeping issues- some soiled towels were left in the bathroom and kitchen upon our arrival. Also, the dishwasher hadn’t been emptied, or trash bags placed in wastebaskets. Other than that, the schoolhouse was clean. We happened to arrive in the middle of a relentless rainstorm. It would’ve been nice if the entry door had more of an overhang for protection. Rain was pouring off the roof as we were fumbling to get in. Overall, we did enjoy our stay! Much to see and do in the Berkshires!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Jennie A., Hawley

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

It was Nice ~

Debated about leaving a review for it was a mixed bag staying there ~ Plus side: The Historic value/décor , Pet friendly, Big Yard for the dogs, Nice kitchen, Great location in the Berkshires and Lovely owners. Some things to think about: Hot water is limited. Great Historic Value, however, it is becoming tired, needs to be refreshed. Steep stairs. Bed is full size and sofa bed; not to good. Cleaning process wasn't complete when we got there, we were left a note by cleaning staff to finish what they couldn't. Lastly, the door was VERY hard to open via the key and door aliment. Again, I debated about leaving this review, however, we paid a lot to stay here and from the other reviews we thought we were getting a lot more for our money. If the things I wrote do not bother you, then this is a wonderful Historical place to stay. Our expectations were a little higher.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

102nd birthday

We hadn’t seen our family since Christmas 2019 because of the pandemic. My mother turned 102 on 11/21. This was our first experience renting online. We rented this house for its proximity to my moms. We hosted 8 for a family brunch/ birthday party. The kitchen is very well equipped to cook in, ample seating and it’s cozy with the gas stove. Nice appliances and sharp knives(. I had brought mine but didn’t need them). Things to be aware of : the building is old and historic . Take that into consideration when you arrive and look around. (Entrance looks it’s age. )Inside is darling. Visiting in the winter: turn the stove on and both bathroom heaters upon arrival and the space warms up fast. The floor in the bath was cold so we put down three bath mats and it was fine. Turn the heat on in there when you get up. Watch your head in the loft. once you are aware. it’s fine. We appreciated the night lights on the stairs. The loft is plenty warm at night. We have a queen at home so the size was fine for us and we found the mattress and pillows to be comfortable. The back yard space would be great in warmer weather. A wide Brook runs through the property. It’s close to two good markets, and high end liquor store. ( wine glasses and martini glasses provided.) We would definitely rent this place again. Thanks for the opportunity to review.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Had a great visit at Maplewood school with friends. Clean, close to town, and good communication with owner. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memory Lane

My wife attended 1st, 2ed, & 3rd grade at the Morewood schoolhouse back in the late 40s. It brought back so many memories for her.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., West Barnstable (Cape Cod), MA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely return visit

Our family was scattered for Thanksgiving this year, and our kitchen was damaged in a mishap caused by our upstairs neighbors, so we decided to escape to the Berkshires for a quiet and peaceful holiday. The lovely, big kitchen was a particular draw for us--very well stocked with quality appliances, pots and pans, and everything you might need. There's a great wine store just down the street (Spirited) and a lovely market (Guido's) as well. And while we were content on this trip to just hang out at the house, there is so much to do just a short drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Pittsfield Property

From the very beginning, this was the perferct property to VRBO. I had to change my booking dates and Mr. Clydesdale was very helpful. The property was impecable; the kitchen was fully stocked, the decor was so quaint and charming, the beds and linens were clean and comfortable. We were also able to enjoy the outdoor seating area around the fire pit each night and listen to the brook babble in the background. There is also a swingset out front to enjoy. The property is a very quick, safe and easy 20-30 min walk to the center of Pittsfield. We will be back to this amazing property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing time, again

This was our second time staying at the Morewood School and it was absolutely perfect, again. The house is spotless, the gas fireplace is lovely, and the yard is perfect for our puppy. Can’t speak more highly of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stu W., Montclair, NJ, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hooray for the Morewood School in Pittsfield

My wife and I stayed at the Morewood School for 3 nights on a Berkshires trip to celebrate our 20th anniversary. The house is fantastic! Perfectly set up with everything you need for a wonderful stay. The location is great as it’s midway between Great Barrington and North Adams, with plenty in between. An absolutely perfect weekend. If you’re looking to book the Morewood for a stay, DO IT. Don’t hesitate. The pictures on the listing are great, but don’t do it justice, as it’s such a great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy in town

Well located to get to all the things we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P., Baiting Hollow, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience!

Great location. Comfortable, clean and well stocked. Absolutely charming home and property. Looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Berkshire Mountain Get Away

This was perfect! My husband and I took a 4 day trip to celebrate my 65th birthday and went to concerts at Tanglewood ! The little red school house is so close it made for easy coming and goings. The inside of the house is just pristine and so comfortable. My only comment - it would be nice if a broom could be taken to the outside of the property and perhaps a bit of clean up outside. When my husband and I drove up, due to the condition of the outside, we weren't sure what we'd find in the inside. Happily all was wonderful. Thanks for the experience. Lisa U.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bob Clydesdale

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Bob and Karen Clydesdale bought Morewood from the city in the 1980s while living in the Berkshires. Karen spent three years converting the building from the dirt up with new wide plank floors, insulated walls and modern drywall to the new roof to drag it into the 21st century while preserving the historical exterior and enhancing the grounds and interior ambiance.

Why they chose this property

Morewood School is located in the center of Berkshire County with a long historical connection to the old Pittsfield families such as the Morewoods, Holmes and Melvilles. The new interior and preserved exterior provides an uncommon comfort level and access to the year round attractions of Western Mass.

What makes this property unique

Minutes to Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, Shaker Village, Norman Rockwell Museum, Shakespeare and Berkshire Theatre Festivals, Berkshire Opera House, Pittsfield Country Club, Cranwell Golf Course and Spa, Baseball Museum, Wahconah Baseball Park, Lenox and Great Barrington antique shopping, fine dining throughout the County, boating and fishing on many lakes. Located at the base of Bousquet Mountain ski resort and a short drive to Jiminy Peak and other down hill and cross country ski areas. Located two hours from Boston and NYC and only eight miles north of the last exit on the Mass Turnpike, Morewood is the perfect Berkshire vacation spot.

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