Short walk to sun/swim/picnic on picturesque Pontoosuc Lake, Lanesboro, MA
Location: Lanesborough, Berkshires, Massachusetts, USA (property is in Lanesboro: may need Pittsfield, MA for GPS)
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Suite
A pleasant 2-to-3-hour drive up the Taconic Parkway, the NY Thruway or across the MASS Pike/Route 90 transports you to our luxury-inn-type experience within easy reach of just about EVERYTHING! (James Taylor@Tanglewood 7/2-4)Hike- bike- swim-golf-museum/theater/dance hop; antiques & outlet shops and restaurants galore are nearby.
Cozy Sweet Suite Lakeview is a perfect writer's retreat, musician's refuge, painter's inspiration, or vacation central for all your cultural and recreational activities. Enjoy Internet with your lakeview regardless of weather as screened-in patio is now a bright snug sunroom.
Upgrades! Enjoy NEW sunroom with comfy, loveseat off bedroom. Suite's essential guest amenities surpass any hotel suite. Teakwood bench, mat & shower massage. Knotty pine ceilings,unique rustic decorating accents mix country ambience with elegance. New driveway & landscaping keep Sweet Suite modern and convenient!
Savor lake & mountain views while reclining in bed, from the completely private, sunroom -- or a landscaped garden courtyard that is surrounded by a latticework privacy fence intertwined with flowering vines. Soak up sunshine with morning coffee, tea or afternoon wine on a cushioned glider, or chaise lounge.
Use a full-sized gas grill to sizzle up some supper -- add freshly picked herbs from our garden. Sit by the lake or have a refreshing swim! Pontoosuc Lake is about 100 yards away -- beach chairs and umbrella, towels, picnic baskets, CD player/radio provided.
Need rest? Our comfortable newly remodeled snug suite located in a separate wing of our house is on a dead-end street in a very quaint, quiet flower-infused neighborhood. Park beside your personal keyed entry door, which also has a private deck bathed in morning sun.
If on a working vacation your wireless laptop can use our DSL line, which connects in the sitting room and on the patio, where you'll find two patio tables for your convenience.
Love nature? Watch hummingbirds cardinals, woodpeckers, goldfinches and other feathered friends at our feeders. Our bunny we fondly call Tippy II is a daily visitor. You may DEFINITELY see a pair of Bald Eagles. They've become regular visitors to the lake below. An Osprey diving for fish or a Cooper's Hawk on the hunt complete the "National Geographic"-like picture. Relax with a book from our extensive, eclectic library, play board games or pop a DVD in one of 2 players.
Pontoosuc Lake is a water paradise. Swim, picnic, power or sailboat ride (Don't have a boat -- rent one down the road -- you'll receive a discount.)This rental offers a dock! Into fall spectacular foliage reflects off the water, powerboats disappear and the quiet lake becomes home to an increasing stream of silent kayaks and canoes.
For additional recreational activities, you can bike on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail north to Adams, MA; hike up to the top of Mt. Greylock (a new road now reaches the highest peak in Massachusetts), a trail head is a pleasant 10-minute drive away; and golf. Check out the all-marble Natural Bridge and Heritage State Park in North Adams or hike the Appalachian trail. Plan a day hike to one of this area's many hidden waterfalls.
Lanesboro is conveniently located in the center of Berkshire County; Berkshire Mall with cinema 5 minutes away. Rejuvenated Pittsfield 7 minutes away has the Colonial Theatre, Barrington Stage, Berkshire Museum, Beacon Cinema, Hancock Shaker Village and trendy restaurants. Walk to a delicious affordable breakfast at the Sunrise Cafe; on to Baker's Miniature Golf, then a robust lunch at Matt Reilly's Pub & Restaurant for fresh-cooked lobster or burgers on its lake-facing deck. Old Forge Tavern has every kind of beer imaginable. Watch for the moose!
Other nearby Berkshire cultural hot spots, many open all year include; Clark Art Museum, Williams College Museum of Art (free admission), Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (MASS MoCA), Norman Rockwell Museum, Williamstown Theatre Festival, Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, Shakespeare & Co., Berkshire Theatre Festival,Berkshire Botanical Gardens, Chesterwood, Kripalu and more. Williams College, Mass. College of Liberal Arts, Berkshire Community, Bard of Simon's Rock, Buxton -- easy commutes. Drop the kids off at school -- or summer camp - then treat yourself to a well-deserved retreat !
The Particulars
Sweet Suite is newly remodeled with knotty pine ceilings. Queen-sized convertible sofa bed, 2 gateleg tables with two wings, rustic decorating touches, Casablanca-style fan, A/C with remote control and room divider, 32-inch TV has DirecTV and DVD player. Pocket door separates tiled bathroom with glass-enclosed shower with removable teakwood bench from a separate tiled entryway with blue/emerald/pearl granite countertop & sink. The bedroom has a queen-sized bed with plush mattress topper, A/C with remote control, Bose radio, eclectic library (DVD & reading), armoire, DVD player and new sunroom with comfy loveseat.
In kitchenette area: gorgeous blue/emerald/pearl granite countertop, sink, NEW dishwasher, electric table-top ranges, NEW micro-refrigerator with freezer, NEW larger convection toaster oven, microwave, tea kettle, Krups coffeemaker, coffee grinder, blender, juicer, hiddens front-loading washer/dryer. 18-qt Roaster Oven available.
Linens, towels, hair dryer, kitchenware provided. The photos are an exact representation of the size of the space.
Yes, the Berkshires are a multi-season vacation haven offering a wealth of cultural activities all less than one hour's drive away. Every kind of outdoor recreational activity, big-city, four-star dining, entertainment events and shopping complemente its affordable local amenities. We hope to see you soon.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : A/C in bedroom and sitting room
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Conveniently located in unit
- Dryer : Conveniently located in unit
- Garage : Available on request
- Off Street Parking : Driveway alongside suite
- Beds
- Queen Bed : New queen-sized, plush mattress topper
- Convertible Bed : --Queen sized sofa sleeper with easily removable chaise cushion and ottoman in sitting room
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : 32-inch color TV in sitting room with DirecTV, movie stations Mid-May through mid-July 31st.
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : New TV/DVD player for the bedroom (Can't easily be moved into the sunroom)
- DVD
- Video Library : DVD library
- Video Games : OK-No video games but some fun old-fashioned board games like Clue and Sorry.
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Microwave oven, Table-top Ranges,Nesco 18-Qt Roaster Oven available, NEW larger convection toaster oven, tea kettle, Krups coffee maker, French press, coffee grinder, NEW dishwasher, NEW micro-refrigerator with small freezer and lettuce crisper,ice chest, blender, juicer, food processor,gateleg table with two large wings--Don't see what you need? We're "foodies," so we might have it!
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : New micro-fridge with small freezer and lettuce crisper; ice cooler
- Dishwasher : full size
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Full-sized Gas Grill
- Deck/Patio (2) : Private patios: Latticework privacy fence surrounds brick courtyard housing gas grill,tall bar-style patio table and chairs for lake-view dining, chaise lounge, cushioned glider, fountain and perennial gardens. Accessed from new sunroom. Morning sun on front patio with Adirondack chairs.
- View/Location
- Lake View : New sunroom off bedroom has spectacular lake views. Sweet Suite has deeded lake rights to the shore of Pontoosuc Lake and dock, seen directly in front of the lodging, a short walk down street, hill.
- Mountain View : Scenic Berkshire Hills enhance lake view and spectacular sunsets.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless DSL
- Other Amenities
- Lake access with picnic area, beach chairs and umbrella, picnic basket, towels, blankets and portable CD/radio provided; dock, boat slip, nearby boat launch and boat rentals with discount for guests.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jul-Aug: $900 week; $3600/mo; Weekend: $250/night, two-night minimum
Sept.& Oct. $800/week Weekends $175 nt/two-nt minimum ..
Nov.15-Feb: $700 week/ Weekends $150 nt/2-night minimum
**Ask about winter specials!!!***
March-April-May-June.. $800/wk; Weekends $175 nt/two-nt minimum ..
Security deposit, refundable within 2 weeks of departure
Housekeeping fee included
Sorry, we don't accept credit cards.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Short walk to sun/swim/picnic on picturesque Pontoosuc Lake, Lanesboro, MA - Vacation Rental Berkshires
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- Wish you were here? Sunroom offers serene lake/mt views; glimpse birds,'Tippy" - Vacation Rental Berkshires
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- Suite with sunny private suite! Relax on sofa with amazing lake/mt views/birds. - Vacation Rental Berkshires
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- Sitting room has DirecTV, gateleg table, convertible sofa bed with chaise.
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- Granite countertops add elegance to your rustic lakeview getaway.
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- Granite countertop adds elegance to rustic touches
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- Comfy sunroom sofa faces sparkling Pontoosuc Lake.
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- Morning sunshine highlights reflections of foliage on the lake.
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- Dangle feet off the dock or tie up your boat.
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- Colorful perennial flowers begin blooming in May, attracting birds/ butterflies
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- Morning mist rises off Pontoosuc Lake
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- New stone wall decorates expanded driveway
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- Spectacular sunsets light up the evening skies throughout the year
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- View from sunroom view of autumn splendor
Traveler Reviews (28)
Quiet surroundings conducive to peaceful thoughts
Guest: Don and Joyce, Wilmington, Delaware
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Date of Stay: 09/12/11
Review Submitted: 09/12/11
Dear Rosemary and Francis, We so enjoyed all the comforts of home in your nicely decorated honeymoon apartment. You have thought of everything! We enjoyed the quiet surroundings conducive to peaceful thoughts, many moments of quiet meditation and a stilling of the inner soul. We hiked at Mt. Greylock a couple days, enjoyed our kayaks on the lake and had a wonderful visit with our little grandson. We also enjoyed your flower garden, watching the chipmunks and the hummingbirds. It has been a memorable 44th Anniversary weekend! Thank you :-)
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Amazing hummingbird colony... cozy, sweet place
Guest: Sarah and Andy
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Date of Stay: 09/05/11
Review Submitted: 09/07/11
Dear Rosemary and Fran, Thank you so much for letting us stay in your lovely suite. We had such a wonderful, relaxing time -- and never felt like we were lacking any amenities! We will always remember your amazing hummingbird colony. We felt lucky to be staying in such a cozy, sweet place. Thank you!
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Details create special and warm atmosphere
Guest: Sonja & Paul, Cologne, Germany
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Date of Stay: 08/31/11
Review Submitted: 08/31/11
Dear Rosemary & Francis, We enjoyed staying at your lovely, cozy cottage very much. With all those little details in here, it creates a very special and warm atmosphere. And thanks for all the moose in this place, because we missed seeing a real one somewhere :-) Maybe we will be back someday. Thank you-- Your "Mystery Guests"
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Moose, mountain, Pissarro, Pontoosuc and more. ...
Guest: Sally & Mike, Brooklyn, NY
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Date of Stay: 08/20/11
Review Submitted: 08/21/11
(From our in-house Guest Book) Dear Fran and Rosemary, Enjoyed our 2nd stay this week in your wonderful cottage! We could not count all the moose, but, so thoroughly enjoyed finding them here and there, throughout the cottage. Although there was a lot of rain, we did a lot, including the Pissarro exhibit at the Clark, Jacob's Pillow, Finian's Rainbow (at Berkshire Theatre Festival) & 2 quick trips to Albany and Manchester, VT. Even managed to hike at Mt. Greylock & enjoyed swimming & floating in Lake Pontoosuc. The ducks are a delight! Thanks, again, for creating this warm & welcoming home away from home! Fondly,
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(From our in-house Guest Book
Guest: Paul, Sharon & Olivia
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Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 07/30/11
Dear Fran & Rosemary, We enjoyed your cozy apartment. It had all we needed for a week of quiet & comfort. Olivia loved breakfast on the back porch -- watching chipmunks, baby robins & the woodpecker. She also enjoyed helping Fran water the flowers. We appreciate your kindness. Thank- you,
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Guest: Steve & Hilda
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Date of Stay: 07/08/11
Review Submitted: 07/09/11
(From our in-house Guest Book) Fran & Rosemary, Thanks for your hospitality. Your "Sweet Suite" was a perfect place from which to explore the Berkshires. From Tanglewood to the joys of Stockbridge, the Shaker Village, Theatre & a memorable 4th of July Parade in Pittsfield to the Lincoln Home in Vermont, we saw it all and barely made a dent in the possibilities. And oh, yes, the beautiful lake! We hope to make our way up from Texas again! Steve & Hilda
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Guest: Kim and Aaron
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Date of Stay: 06/26/11
Review Submitted: 06/26/11
(From our in-house Guest Book) Dear Fran and Rosemary, We had a wonderful weekend. Thank you for your hospitality. The suite is so cozy and the perfect place to relax for the weekend. You have a beautiful home and we thank you for sharing it with us. All the best, Kim and Aaron
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Guest: Becca & Andy
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Date of Stay: 06/05/11
Review Submitted: 06/05/11
(From our in-house guest book) Dear Fran & Rosemary, Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. We enjoyed it very much, slept very well & feel very refreshed by this place with all its lovely surroundings. All the best, Becca & Andy A very memorable birthday celebration! Much love & light....
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Guest: John and MaryJane
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Date of Stay: 08/22/10
Review Submitted: 08/22/10
(From our In-House Guest Book) Dear Fran and Rosemary, We so appreciate your thoughtful hospitality -- it was such a pleasure to have such helpful hosts! As natives of the Berkshires, we were so fortunate to have this as our "base of operations" while reconnecting with so many of our friends in the area. I just wish we could have spent a little more time relaxing in your little haven by the lake, where bird watching was such a treat! Thank you so much. John and MaryJane
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Guest: Avi & Baila
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Date of Stay: 08/11/10
Review Submitted: 08/11/10
(From our In-House Guest Book) Dear Rosemary and Francis, We really enjoyed our time spent here at the cottage. So much so, that we worked our schedule around spending more time by the lake!! Now going back to the city, we feel rejuvenated and relaxed. Thank you for your warm hospitality. You two truly "go the extra mile" to make your guests feel right at home. We definitely feel that way and wish we could stay! The Berkshires are truly beautiful and we look forward to coming back here again. Avi & Baila, Lakewood, NJ
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