Location: Pittsfield, Berkshires, Massachusetts, USA (West Cummington - Between Pittsfield and Northampton)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
On 44 acres of woodland, with a third of a mile of river frontage on the East Branch of the designated Wild and Scenic Westfield River, this log house offers a real opportunity to relax. A cathedral window overlooks the river and a deck to watch the humming birds completes the setting. The master bedroom upstairs has an en-suite bathroom and a minstrel gallery above the open plan living and dining area. Craftsmen used local hard woods for the hand built kitchen and breakfast bar and the floors.
The area has black bear, beavers and occasionally a moose on Main Street. We built the property on a whim, but have discovered that Cummington has everything. Northampton, Stockbridge, the Hancock Shaker Village, Tanglewood, the museums in Williamstown and the Shopping Malls at Lee are readily accessible.
The garage has an efficiency apartment overhead, occupied by an unobtrusive housekeeper who provides bed linen cleaning and a Welcome Pack.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Child Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Hot Air Heating, Pseudo (gas) log fire
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Sightseeing
- Rafting
- Swimming
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Other Activities
- swimming in local pond and river
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rates Include Linens.
Jun-Oct .. $245/night* .. $1250/week.
Nov-Apr ................. $ 775/week.
Apr-May ................. $ 1000/week.
E-Mail for Special Rates on Short Notice Lets.
Check-in 4pm & Check-out 11 am.
*Cleaning Premium for Single Nights.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1990
Why the Owner Chose Pittsfield
This house was built by us as a site for wild life viewing and only rented out when we realised that, living in England, we do not get to the States as often as we might.
The Unique Benefits of this House
While it is reasonably close to Tanglewood, our main joy is the sightings of the local fauna - laid back beaver and agitated mother black bear with cubs - and the great village atmosphere of West Cummington. The surrounding woodland is managed for conservation.
Property Photos
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, Braintree, MA
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We had a wonderful vacation at your home this month! We really enjoyed the neighbourhood and explored the Hidden Hills area. We loved relaxing in the house and on the large rock in the river. The local produce was delicious and we made frequent trips to local blueberry picking. We managed to have one good day at Tanglewood to see Norah Jones perform, but we were rained out of another attempt to see the symphony. We did a number of good hikes in the area and visited Shelburne Falls, Williamstown, Northhampton, Lenox.... You're situated in a wonderful location for exploration. (The “Rs” – Aug 2003)
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I have been wanting to write to you for some time. We loved our stay at your house in West Cummington. It was really beautiful and serene. The house is just lovely and furnished so tastefully, We had a wonderful time in your house. We feel very fortunate to have found it. (the “Ws” – July 2003)