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4 BR home w/ beautiful gardens on pond in Berkshires. Walking distance to town.

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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View from the dock (house, yard, gazebo)
Picture of main house (original house) with the new addition.
Shaker Mill Pond (private dock). The view is from the deck.
screened gazebo (new 2015)
screened gazebo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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West Stockbridge, MA
  • Place, National Shrine of the Divine Mercy
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, The Mount
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Tanglewood Music Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4 (master bedroom)

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

4 BR home w/ beautiful gardens on pond in Berkshires. Walking distance to town.

This house is close to Everything!! Tanglewood (3 miles), Kripalu (3 miles), theaters, Jacob's Pillow, Lee Outlets, etc.

This house has a NEW and very large MBR on the first floor with adjacent bathroom.. It also has 3 bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs. Sleeps 11. Highlights: Central air, private English garden and gazebo, updated eat-in kitchen, mud room, bar area, and new 1st floor bathroom. House is located on Shaker Mill Pond with dock access. Perfect for a family vacation getaway with lots of space for people to come together or to have their own space. Large sunroom off kitchen has great views of the water. Large multi tiered deck off sunroom is great for relaxing and entertaining. In addition, there is a separate living room with lots of space.

There is a dock on the water for easy access for kayaking and canoeing. Not a swimming pond.

It is the type of house where you walk inside and instantly relax.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This does not mean the house is child proof.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry. No exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you can, we are always so grateful if you can start the laundry. It is the most time consuming part of prepping the house for the next guests. But please, any wash you start, pls dry it also!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
I try to keep the rental fee as low as possible. To do that I would appreciate you washing the sheets /towels & remaking the beds. NOT A REQUIREMENT
Pls. tie up all garbage & recycling and put in the garbage shed near front gate. Garbage will then be protected. Garbage is removed by caretaker.
Please do not leave wet towels on furniture nor cups/glasses on furniture. It destroys the wood.

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
Property Registration Number C0122323260

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

West Stockbridge

Located in West Stockbridge, this holiday home is on a lake. Furnace Brook Winery at Hilltop Orchards and Kennedy Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Lee Premium Outlets and Guido's Marketplace. Travelling with kids? Consider Hotchkiss Mobile Studio and Ebenezer II Gifts and Antiques. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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West Stockbridge, MA

What's nearby

  • Norman Rockwell Museum - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • The Mount - 11 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 12 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum - 13 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 20 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Six Depot Roastery and Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bernstein Shack - Tanglewood - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 4 BR home w/ beautiful gardens on pond in Berkshires. Walking distance to town. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 4 BR home w/ beautiful gardens on pond in Berkshires. Walking distance to town. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4 BR home w/ beautiful gardens on pond in Berkshires. Walking distance to town.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 BR home w/ beautiful gardens on pond in Berkshires. Walking distance to town.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4 BR home w/ beautiful gardens on pond in Berkshires. Walking distance to town. located?

This family-friendly West Stockbridge holiday home is located on a lake, just steps away from Hotchkiss Mobile Studio and Ebenezer II Gifts and Antiques. Charles H. Baldwin & Sons and Hoffman's Pottery are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerrold K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B.

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

A lovely respite!

The house and grounds are impeccable and comfortable and offer many wonderful spots to relax and gather. Perfectly located within walking distance of the shops and cafes in west Stockbridge. Also a great central location for Lenox and Great Barrington and Stockbridge. This was the perfect spot for a family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martin E., West Hartford, Conn.

Everything was perfect.

I hesitate to recommend this property, because if it is available next year, I want it to be available WHEN I WANT IT.

10/10 Excellent

Todd G., New York

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

5-Star Stay

This home is exactly as described. The large first floor bedroom was perfect for my father in law as the stairs to the second floor are steep. The original portion of the house dates from the 1820’s I believe. The kitchen and sun room were wonderful and the deck behind the house is expansive. The Garden area is also exactly as pictured. It was too chilly to use it, but it’s inviting to say the least. There is a Stockade fence which provides privacy from the road. I fell in love with West Stockbridge on this trip. The house is 2 minutes from the town center. You can’t ask for much more than that! Make your reservation now!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alefiya A.

Perfect - close to everything but still private & with water access!

We just returned from a thoroughly enjoyable 2 week stay in this delightful home! We spent 1 week there as a family (2 adults, 2 kids - aged 6 and 8) and 1 week there along with another family (2 adults, 2 kids - aged 7 and 10). The outdoor space (the deck, the yard, the gazebo, the garden, fire pit, and the private dock) around this house is fantastic! We spent a lot of time outside fishing, canoeing, throwing a football with the kids, grilling, reading and relaxing. On the rainy days, we played ping pong, cooked in the well stocked kitchen, headed into nearby downtown W. Stockbridge (few minutes walk away), or enjoyed all the wonderful activities (indoor and outdoor) readily available in the Berkshires (art museums, dance, plays, hikes, etc). The owner Chris was so helpful and responsive! We usually heard back from him within minutes, when we sent him questions before and during the trip. It is a summer tradition in our family to spend 1-2 weeks in the Berkshires each summer - and we hope to have the opportunity to return to this wonderful home next summer!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Abby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful outdoor space. We enjoyed sitting on the deck in the mornings and evenings. Very well-stocked kitchen. Excellent location — we walked to get coffee each morning and visited the sculpture park. Very pleasant stay overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views from the back deck are wonderful and we spent hours outside . The master bedroom is very comfortable and the kitchen was terrific. Would return for sure !
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

office a.

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

Excellent Ski Week

The home was a perfect location within walking distance to town. The accommodations were charming and great for a family. The sunroom lounge area was a nice spot for coffee in the morning to admire the view and let kids have a hangout spot after skiing. The kitchen was stocked well to cook for the week and plenty of beds for everyone. Great home away from home for the school vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob R.

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

Great place

Location, property, and host were all great! A nice place to stay in the Berkshires.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerrold K.

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

Paradise

The home, property and location are just ideal. We are returning.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gudrun L.

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

Little slice of heaven

We had a lovely time at Chris’s house, especially enjoyed the close proximity to West Stockbridge and Tanglewood. The restaurant Amici was easily reachable by foot and served delicious foods for vegans, vegetarians and meat/fish lovers. Chris’s house accommodated our family superbly in that everyone was able find a quiet spot either in the house or garden. We had a great time!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

fantasy landscape

We took full advantage of the beautiful grounds, enjoying s'mores in the fire pit, grilling on the deck, reading in the gazebo, and canoeing on quaint Shaker Mill Pond. When we needed supplies or just wanted to stretch our legs, a quick stroll into town was just the ticket. Chris was amazingly responsive to all our questions and needs. Perfect central location to all Berkshires fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

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

Perfect Berkshire vacation

Our family of 7 adults (ages 20-80) had an idyllic vacation. We spent many hours relaxing on the deck and by the firepit. The small lake was lovely for canoeing - we were the only ones on the lake other than a family of geese and a pair of herons. So peaceful! The house is a 5-minute walk from the shops and restaurants in West Stockbridge and an easy drive to larger grocery stores and fun towns like Great Barrington. The kitchen is well-stocked, and the beds are comfortable. The steps to the second floor are steep, but the giant first floor bedroom and bathroom are a solution for anyone who might have trouble with the steps. We could have happily stayed another week and hope to be back again! Christopher was a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerrold K.

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

We’re Coming Back

We loved the house, the location, and the property. Great place to relax and enjoy the town and the area.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion R.

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

Family Vacation in the Berkshires

Chris is a great host. He was responsive to any questions we had. There was so much to do in the area that we were out for most of the day. It was great to come back to the peaceful property. We loved sitting out back. We started every morning with a quick walk down to Sixth Depot for coffee. Do not miss Turn Park sculpture garden which is just steps away. High Lawn Farms ice cream was a fan favorite. Great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

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

Wonderful week in The Berkshires

Thank you Chris for a wonderful week! We enjoyed your "home away from home" on Shaker Mill Pond! The house has everything you need to call it yours during your stay. A wonderfully stocked kitchen, comfortable bedding, fully stocked pantry with coffee (Keurig or brewed) , spices, pots,pans and laundry supplies too! We used the kayak on the pond several times and walked to town for coffee at No 6 Depot (great muffins too) and explored the TurnPark! Using the home as a convenient base, we saw a BSO Concert at Tanglewood, Berkshire Botanical Gardens, Mt. Greylock, Waconah Falls and visit to Norman Rockwells' for the avid Saturday Night Post devotee. Checked out Great Barrington (cool vibes) and SoCo Creamery and spent a couple of hour rocking at The Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge. When can we return?
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

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

Wonderfully intimate and yet spacious and comfortable home.

A collection of family and friends - 10 in all - stayed at this terrific home over Presidents’ weekend and all had a superb time. The home couldn’t have been better fashioned for our needs - from a perfectly outfitted kitchen to lounging areas that worked for teens and adults alike. The proximity to four nearby ski resorts and cute towns (such as Lenox and Great Barrington) were huge pluses as well. We would rent this place again - in a heartbeat - perhaps during a different season to take advantage of the lovely setting: steps from a picturesque pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Alyss C.

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

Right on the Pond!

The house is clean and comfortable. What makes this property special is its location on Shaker Mill Pond! The view greets you as soon as you walk through the front gate into the yard. Kayaks and canoes are provided and the private dock is right there, making it easy to enjoy the water. The house is a very quick walk into town to visit No Six Depot (coffee shop) the West Stockbridge farmers market, etc. The location is also convenient for getting around to all Berkshires attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Comfortable, well-equipped home in West Stockbridge

We enjoyed our stay at the end of August. There’s so much to do in the area—Tanglewood, hiking, canoeing, good restaurants. The kitchen has everything you need, beds are very comfortable. Lots of places to hang out both inside and outside the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Indoor Charm and Outdoor Beauty with Strategic Location

We enjoyed two weeks with grown children and a family friend in this remarkable West Stockbridge home, a perfect launching pad for Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, the Mount, Rockwell, Chesterwood, charming towns, and everything else in the Berkshires. Someone really lives here, so the home comes with everything you need, even for extensive cooking. The formal garden (with gazebo) is beautiful and maintained. I made heavy use of the kayaks on the pond, which provides a splendid view from the deck(s) and sun room. We tested the 3-system A/C on one really hot day, and they performed well. A special salute to our host, whose useful but brief guide to the home reflects an intelligent, practical mind treating guests as adults, instead of the more typical legalisms of a recent grad from a second-rate law school. Communications were excellent and prompt. Don't miss the quirky, creative, and sometimes moving sculpture garden at the cleverly named TurnPark, next to the Turnpike, about a three-block walk away. Not as striking as Storm King, but in some ways more intriguing. When you think you saw everything, look again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful setting

Wonderful for families. Owner was very responsive. Very equipped kitchen made meals easy. Kayaking was nice. Cute town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deena C.

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

Beautiful stay. Beautiful property

Large comfortable house situated on a lakefront. The view is beautiful, the house clean and spacious. The property manager was very helpful.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simmons

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A lovely spring break in the Berkshires

This is our second spring break in Chris’ home on the Williams river. At the last minute, we asked my spouses parents to join us, as we needed in Providence for a day and it meant the kids would not have to join us. We had a great time…we hiked, the ladies spent a day at Kripalu, we cooked great meals, enjoyed s’mores on the campfire, caught a few bass in the river, and wandered around great barrington. The house is lovely, kitchen is well equipped, and the location is great. We’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great Escape

This stay was incredible. The area has everything we needed and being right on the lake was beautiful! The house was well maintained and had tons of space for four adults and four kids. Chris was so easy to deal with and made this whole experience flawless! Thank you for putting the joy back into vacations!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginger W., Arlington, MA, USA

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

Great house in a great location

We were four sisters in our mid-to-late sixties looking for a place to have a "sistercation." This place was perfect: four bedrooms, one on the first floor for a sister who had trouble with stairs. The house is clean and well appointed and has everything we needed to congregate, cook together, see the local sights, and still big enough for us to claim some privacy when we needed it. We loved the kayaks and pond, and it was a perfect location for a photoshoot with local photographer Avida Love Photography. A hurricane was approaching, (and thankfully never arrived), but the owner had propane delivered for the back-up generator just in case. And speaking of the owner, he was extremely responsive and prompt in answering every little question we had. This property is convenient to central Berkshire venues, like the Norman Rockwell Museum, Crane Museum of Papermaking, Berkshire Botanical Garden, Hancock Shaker Village, wineries, and theatres: (Barrington Stage, Shakespeare and Company and Berkshire Theatre Group) Couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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I have been reinvesting all of the profits back into this house for many years. Anyone that has rented year after year have even commented on this.

Any time someone asks me about this house I instantly say that "I love it." It is one of my favorite places. The only reason I rent it is because of work and having older children, I just don't get there like we used to.

Please come and enjoy it as I do!!

Why they chose this property

This house has it all. It is very private but also walking distance to a charming Berkshire town that has restaurants, coffee shops, small grocery store, bank, liquor store, and antiques. The house has lots of sleeping space and entertaining space. There is a very large kitchen for entertaining and multiple areas outside to relax, play, or entertain.

New (large) master bedroom on the 1st floor.

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