Charming cottage near beach, general store, all Berkshire amenities
Location: Monterey, Berkshires, Massachusetts, USA (Near Great Barrington, Lee, Stockbridge and Lenox)
Accommodations: Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Our airy, light-filled cottage across from scenic Lake Garfield is perfect for any season in an area that combines rich culture, natural beauty and outdoor recreation. There’s a lake view from the wraparound deck, and a beaver pond and wetlands are visible from the screened back porch. A short stroll brings you to a private beach (for quiet) or a town beach (for company and special events).
A 229-year-old general store with wine tastings, live music, poetry readings, home-baked goods, gourmet coffee and wireless Internet sits less than a mile down the road. You’re 15 minutes from the restaurants, galleries, shops, concerts and theater of Great Barrington (rated one of “the coolest small towns in the U.S.A” by Budget Travel magazine).
You are also close to Tanglewood, Jacob’s Pillow, Shakespeare & Company, the Norman Rockwell Museum, Edith Wharton’s home and all other cultural attractions, as well as premier hiking/outdoor spots such as the Appalachian Trail and Beartown State Forest, and ski areas including Butternut, Otis Ridge and Catamount.
Our renovated and refurbished house is located on a quiet, easily accessible private road. It has a king bed in the ground-floor master bedroom, a queen sofa bed in a den that can be closed off, and two bedrooms upstairs with two twin beds in each. New for fall 2007: Highspeed wireless Internet service.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed: Queen foldout sofa bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Lake View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Free highspeed wireless Internet
- Other Amenities
- Private beach a short walk away, canoe for renters' use, less than a mile to library, post office and general store.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Minimum age is 25
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Near Tanglewood and all other music, dance, theater and art activities, and close to several ski areas.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Nov. 1, 2009-March 31, 2010 $1150/month
April 1-June 19, 2010 $200/weekend night, $150/weekday night
June 20 - Sept. 6, 2010 $1650/week
Minimum $125 cleaning fee required
Rates adjustable based on date and size of party
Winter renters pay for utilities
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Monterey
We are a family of musicians and hikers. The Berkshires offers something for everyone, and a lot of great restaurants.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
We are close to neighbors, stores and cultural activities, but the way the house is situated -- on a rise surrounded by woods and wetlands -- makes it seem like a real retreat. It's the best of many worlds, in our view.
Property Photos
- Charming cottage near beach, general store, all Berkshire amenities - Monterey Vacation Cottage Rental
- Private beach short stroll from house - Monterey Vacation Cottage Rental
- Cozy living area overlooking lake and woods - Monterey Vacation Cottage Rental
- Light-filled kitchen with dishwasher, coffeemaker, microwave and forest view
- Master bedroom overlooking wetland
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