Location: Hancock, Jiminy Peak, Berkshires, Massachusetts, USA (15 minutes from Williamstown)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: House
The vacation house at Whitman Woods offers privacy less than five minutes from excellent skiing at Jiminy Peak and close to many cultural attractions of the Berkshires, America's Premier Cultural Resort, including Williamstown Theater Festival, the Clark Art Museum, Hancock Shaker Village, Tanglewood, Jacobs Pillow Dance Festival, Mass MOCA, Norman Rockwell Museum, and Shakespeare & Company.
For hikers and outdoor lovers, Whitman Woods is only a short drive from Mount Greylock Reservation, Massachusetts Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary and many other parks and natural areas. Swimming, boating, golf, horseback riding and biking are easily accessible. Or just stay home and enjoy the large deck that overlooks four acres of woodland privacy one-quarter mile from the nearest road and enjoy short walks on trails to neighboring Ioka Farm.
This 4 bedroom, 2 full-bath, 2,000 square foot house sleeps up to eight people. A comfortable living room offers satellite television, an excellent stereo system, a DSL Internet connection, and a working fireplace for cozy winter evenings. The kitchen is fully equipped for quiet dinners or entertaining and the dining room is elegantly furnished with a cherry dining table and oak sideboard and offers bay window views of the woodland and its seasonal changes. The spacious deck makes summer and autumn days and evenings a memorable experience.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Basketball Court
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Restaurants
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Spelunking
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$1,000/wk - $1,500/wk Call or email for daily, weekend & off-season rates
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Whitman Woods & House in Summer - Hancock House Rental
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- Summer Deck - Hancock House Rental
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- Winter woods from dining room - Hancock House Rental
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- Living Room
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- Fireplace
Traveler Reviews (6)
Guest: Paul, Brigit, Sam & Eloise
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Date of Stay: 08/12/07
Review Submitted: 03/19/11
We’ve had a fantastic time. Your attention to detail has meant we have wanted for nothing. The wonderful books and décor have made us feel at home. The brilliantly researched information (plus all the links on your web site) saved time for us to concentrate on the wonderful sights and sounds of the area. Eating a meal in the glorious seclusion of the woods listening to Thelonius Monk is an experience we will be repeating to our friends in England. We look forward to coming back soon. Thank you.
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Guest: Bianca, Adam & Owen
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Date of Stay: 10/19/07
Review Submitted: 03/19/11
We had a wonderful time here in your very comfortable home. As an added bonus, you threw in perfect weather! Our almost-2 year old son was also in heaven here: the train set downstairs and outdoor toys and multicolored leaves for kicking and jumping in were a huge hit. We felt very comfortable letting him run around freely in your safe backyard. We reluctantly return to our hectic life in NYC. We hope to return soon! For future guests we recommend: 1) Ioka Farm; 2) Five Corners for picnic fixings; 3) Mount Greylock; 4) The Cascades – a beautiful short hike in North Adams suitable for small children.
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Guest: The T. Family
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Date of Stay: 12/27/09
Review Submitted: 03/19/11
Over the past ten years or so we have stayed in numerous rental homes near ski areas throughout New England. Whitman Woods is without question one of the most welcoming, homiest, well-stocked, clean and comfortable homes we have ever visited. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The snowy weather helped provide excellent ski conditions as well! Overall we had a wonderful week and hope to visit your beautiful home again soon!
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Guest: Adrianna & Jeff
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Date of Stay: 02/06/10
Review Submitted: 03/19/11
Thank you Peg & Bob for a wonderful long weekend. This was a gift from my boyfriend, and it was a fantastic one. We went skiing, hiking (his first winter hike; first hike ever actually), enjoyed making delicious meals and cozying up by the fire. This house was so conducive to relaxing and made all of those activities much more enjoyable. And the house is truly fully stocked (been to some rentals where that meant the kitchen had one pot) -- it makes it feel more like home. I also lengthened my reading list after browsing your books! If only I had more time! The long weekend flew by in a whirl of cozy contentment. We had a great time and look forward to coming back!
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Guest: Deanna, Jim, Scott, George, Justin, Olivia
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Date of Stay: 12/26/10
Review Submitted: 03/18/11
We've had so much fun at your lovely house in the woods. It started snowing right after we arrived and at least 16" fell. Our 3 children had a fabulous time playing in the snow, skiing and playing ganmes in front of the fireplace. Here are some thoughts from our group: "We're very impressed that the driveway was plowed early in the morning without our needing to phone." "I appreciate the WIFI!" "I loved the fire." "Your chairs are very comfortable." "We love the selection of music." "You have snazzy phones." "Love the book selections." We hope to come back in the summer!
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Beautiful!!!
Guest: Colleen74
(Bronx, NY)
Date of Stay: 08/08/09
Review Submitted: 08/18/09
We just got back and the house is amazing! There is nothing you need to bring except food! The place is immaculate and there is more than enough room for a family of 4 or 5 (maybe more but it was just the 2 of us). We definately want to go back next year for 2 weeks! The area is beautiful and there is plenty to do, even when it rains! We miss it a lot and can't wait to go back again.
Recommended for:Age 55+, adventure seekers, sightseeing, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children.
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