View from living room into dining area; original 1858 posts and beam
Location: Great Barrington, Berkshires, Massachusetts, USA (2.5 hours from NY and Boston)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Loft + Office, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 9)
This spectacular home, just a quick walk to Lake Mansfield, was built by one of the Berkshires' most outstanding post and beam builders, D. Lanoue. The frame, first raised circa 1858 in Duanesburg, NY, was restored and reassembled in 1993. The 42 feet by 30 feet form is hand-hewn of mostly hemlock timber held together with wooden pegs.
In addition, the wide pine plank flooring is from the threshing room of the original barn. Deceptively simple in outward appearance, the interior is beautifully decorated with French Provincial antiques and Primitive accessories. Many modern conveniences include all new appliances, dyed plaster walls, central air conditioning and a DSL line.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central air; Air purification system
- Washer
- Dryer
- Beds
- King Bed: Comes with therepeutic foam mattress
- Queen Bed: White iron bed
- Twin/Single Bed (4) : Log beds
- Child Bed: Mattress in the loft
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Plus microwave and dishwasher -- All stainless steel.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai: Screened Porch
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer: DSL Internet Service included
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- Cul-de-Sac,beach chairs
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- See links from our website www.greatbarringtonrental.com
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
NO SHORT TERM RENTALS
Winter (Season Only) - Dec 1 - March 30.............$15,000
Summer (Season Only) - Memorial Day - Labor Day......$25,000
(Negotiable May 1 - September 15)
NO SHORT TERM RENTALS
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- View from living room into dining area; original 1858 posts and beam - Great Barrington, MA - Massachusetts Summer Rental Lodging in the Berkshires
- Master King bedroom with adjoining private bath; Cathedral ceiling; Antique furn - Great Barrington, MA - Massachusetts Summer Rental Lodging in the Berkshires
- Queen bedroom with skylights - Great Barrington, MA - Massachusetts Summer Rental Lodging in the Berkshires
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Malcolm Wright , New York, New York
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Midge Kosner , Westport, CT
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We had a great time with you at your home in Gt. Barrington. We love the location -- we could just walk downtown to get a bite to eat. There was plenty of room for our family of four, and everyone was extremely comfortable. What a beautiful job you've done decorating the house! Can't wait to be invited back.
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This house is truly "heaven on earth" - we (and our children) loved every moment there. Perfect location, privacy, nearby activities/lake, etc. Everything is well thought out - from the new construction to the wonderfully restored, beautiful wood interior as well as the tasteful decorations. Will definitely include it on our yearly caelndar, without a doubt! We give it five stars......