Location: Cheshire, Berkshires, Massachusetts, USA (15 mins to Pittsfield or Jiminy; 30 to Lenox, Williamstown) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Two story lakefront property
Comfortable house situated on the shore of Hoosac Lake with beautiful, long views stretching across the large lake. It's fully furnished, with cable TV, stereo, and high-speed Internet. There's a big kitchen, with a central island for dining. The expansive living/dining room and attached study, with distinctive wood paneling, are flooded with light and look out on the lawn and lake.
Two bedrooms are on the main level, and one is upstairs with a roof window (AC in two of the bedrooms). The furnishings are pleasant, with some antiques. Windowed basement has washer & dryer, and a ping-pong table. The house is situated on large grounds gently sloping to the lake. It has upper and lower decks with outdoor furniture, and one screened deck. All have great views of the sparkling lake and wonderful old trees.
The location is quiet, on a dead-end road that extends into the middle of the lake. A rowboat and dock are available for your use. Tanglewood, Williamstown, Lenox, MASS MoCA, bike trail, gorgeous fall foliage, and great Jiminy Peak skiing are all within easy reach of the house.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Window units in two bedrooms. (Other bedroom has great cross-ventilation and is never hot at night.) Nice breezes through the house in summer.
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : The driveway could accommodate a small RV/Boat/Trailer. Boat landing is nearby.
- Beds
- Queen Bed : New plush euro-top Sealy in the upstairs bedroom.
- Double Bed (2) : 1 charming sleigh bed with memory foam topper in smaller downstairs bedroom. 1 comfy firm mattress in main downstairs bedroom.
- Twin/Single Bed : Comfy, new bed in large upstairs bedroom (also has queen bed).
- Convertible Bed : Queen-size, in living room.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : One TV in living room and one in upstairs bedroom. Both have cable and DVD player.
- DVD (2)
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Pleasant cooking/sitting island in the middle.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Full collection of pots and pans, utensils, and dishes.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Upstairs and downstairs decks, with outdoor furniture. Part of downstairs deck is screened. Beautiful views of the lake.
- Lanai : Lovely covered and screened area with dining furniture on downstairs deck.
- View/Location
- Lakefront : Gorgeous open view of the lake and the mountains around it. Large lawn slopes down to lake from the house.
- Mountain View : Beautiful mountains on both sides of the lake.
- Communications
- Telephone (4) : Portable and wired telephones. Good cell phone reception as well.
- Free Long Distance : Free nationwide long distance.
- Computer : Up-to-date Dell desktop, with printer/fax. PC can be used with guest login.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless-N, backwards compatible with wireless B and G.
- Other Amenities
- Rowboat and dock; kayaks
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Please don't bother inquiring about this--definitely no pets permitted.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Close to the beautiful Ashuwilticook Rail Trail, running along the lake and to Jiminy Peak and Mount Greylock; near Tanglewood, Williamstown Theatre, MassMoca, Clark Art Museum and numerous other cultural attractions.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Peak Summer ............................ $1100/week
Peak Fall foliage/Winter holidays .. $200/night .. $600/weekend ... $900/week
June ............................. $200/night .. $550/weekend .. $ 950/week
Off-peak ......................... $175/night .. $450/weekend .. $ 850/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1986
Why the Owner Chose Cheshire
The Berkshires has a great variety of natural sites and cultural offerings, including Tanglewood, theatre, antiquing, restaurants, and great art museums. The house is well situated, with a splendid location on Cheshire Lake and right near the Ashuwilticook rail trail and the Adirondack Trail. Charming area, close to routes 7 and 8.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Gorgeous view of lake and mountains. Peaceful setting but still convenient to all Berkshires attractions, both natural and cultural.
Owner's Map of Cheshire
I'm a college professor and author, and enjoy staying in my beautiful Cheshire house. I'm confident you'll enjoy it too!
Property Photos
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- View of the lake from the lawn - Cheshire Vacation Home with Mountain Views
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- the lake from the upper deck - Cheshire Vacation Home with Mountain Views
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- View of the house from the lawn - Cheshire Vacation Home with Mountain Views
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- Living room with a view through to kitchen
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- eat-in kitchen
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- A bedroom on the main level
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- The lake and mountain to the west from the lawn
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- View of the house and lawn from near the edge of the lake
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- View to the east from the lawn at lakeside
Traveler Reviews (8)
My Winter Stay in Cheshire
Guest: Maruchi
(Miami, Florida)
Date of Stay: 01/03/09
Review Submitted: 01/15/09
The property was accurately described in every respect; one of the nicest features of the house is its layout: the the cozy living/dining area and office "corner" all look out to the lake and mountains, offering a spectacular view all around. Even while watching t.v., one could still enjoy the scenery. I visited while the weather was 15-23 degrees and the heating system in the house was excellent, and having an enclosed garage with automatic garage door opener was a great feature. I felt sorry for those who in the morning had to scrape the snow and ice off their vehicles. And having a nice computer with internet access and cable t.v. were a definite plus.The location of the house was just what I wanted & enjoy: tucked away enough to feel "away from the maddening crowd", but close to everything within a 10-15 minute drive. Beautiful parks, trails, and historical towns are within easy reach, too, including skiing and snowshoeing. I highly recommend Canterbury Farms in Becket for cross-country or snowshoeing. They have acres and acres of beautiful forrested land and the drive to get there was exciting as well. There are plenty of local restaurants nearby the house and gourmet ones within short distances. Because it was my first time driving solo in snow, I missed out on many places I could have visited, including what I am told is a beautiful scenic drive along Rte. 2 known as the Mowhack Trail.Oveall, I enjoyed my stay tremendously and hope to return in the near future.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children.
wonderful quaint mountain house!
Guest: Rhonda
(New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/18/11
Review Submitted: 02/22/11
We stayed in this adorable mountain house for a long weekend, and it was absolutely perfect for our group. Cozy, room for cooking, stunning views of the lake (and a great deck for up close and personal scenery), and conveniently close to Jiminy Peak mountain for skiing. Would definitely go back there!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children.
Beautiful time in the Berkshires
Guest: Liz
(Buffalo, NY)
Date of Stay: 10/21/10
Review Submitted: 10/26/10
We enjoyed our short stay in the Berkshires very much! It was a great getaway time for us after a busy bustle in Boston. Your house is comfortable for relaxing and we especially enjoyed using your well equipped kitchen for cooking some really good home-made dinners. The weather was less than ideal, but the house is cozy and at the same time provides a great connection to the outdoors, even if you stay in. We were able to get to the top of Mt. Greylock and see some spectacular views, and stole a moment of sunshine to try out a kayak on the water. We would recommend your home to others who want to enjoy a weekend in the Berkshires any time of year.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Lovely little respite
Guest: Patti
(New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 09/13/09
Review Submitted: 07/27/10
This house was a sweet retreat for my husband and I. It's modest and comfortable. We especially loved going down to the water's edge in the morning with a cup of coffee, and watching the ducks and geese on the lake. So many things to do in the area, from biking to hiking to sightseeing. We highly recommend taking the rowboat out on the lake! (FYI: Taking the boat down to the water requires strong arms and some maneuvering through the wire fence.)
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
A beautiful setting
Guest: Charles Alain
(Lausanne, Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 12/24/09
Review Submitted: 01/27/10
I travelled all the way from Switzerland to the Berkshires and this country house contributed to making my stay truly wonderful. The house is beautifully located with views of the lake and surrounding woods. It is well equipped and comfortable. And for those of you who like going out and discovering new places there's something for every taste, nearby.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Lakeside luxury
Guest: South Londoner
(London)
Date of Stay: 08/29/08
Review Submitted: 09/13/08
Great place, very well equipped and designed for convenience. I'll never forget sitting out on the decking watching the woodpeckers over breakfast. The weather could have been better - but in bad weather, a house like this is the place to be!
Owner response:Thanks South Londoner--glad you enjoyed the house! Sorry about the weather. It's usually pretty nice in the Berkshires at that time of year. I'll try to arrange better weather next time!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
Great Stay in Cheshire
Guest: Rick24
(Northboro, Ma)
Date of Stay: 07/01/07
Review Submitted: 07/23/07
Had a great week in Cheshire. The house had everything we needed inside and was well situated near bike path and Appalachian Trail. Lakefront location made it easy for us to use our kayaks from backyard. Easy drive to Lenox and Williamstown. Great views of lake from the living room and deck.
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Enjoy!
Guest: berkshiresbound
(Marietta, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 06/01/07
Review Submitted: 07/06/07
My family stayed here for a week in June '07. We enjoyed every minute we stayed. The house is on a quiet dead end street and is right on the lake. The house had all the modern amenities we could ask for including cable TV and wireless internet. The house is in a great location, close to anything you want to see in the beautiful Berkshires! We are looking forward to our next visit.
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