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Private Romantic Cottage on a 7 Acre Estate- Swimming Pond, Gardens, View
| Sleeps | 2 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Space | 550 sq. ft. |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 2 - 3 nights |
Overview
Only the owner shares this peaceful retreat -no other homes in views in view
Guestsgarden is a spacious one room cottage on a private 7 acre estate with swimming pond, lily pond, streams, gardens and views. Only the owner shares this peaceful natural retreat, minutes from everything exciting in the Berkshires and Columbia County.
Originally built by artist caretakers to a Manhattan horticulturist, the cottage has it's own driveway and is a spacious, 550 sq. feet with a large bedroom/sitting room, separate full kitchen and a sky-lit bathroom. There is a queen size bed, reading and dining areas, Cable TV, DVD, a CD player, WiFi, air conditioning and heat. It is comfortable, has charm and is well equipped.
From a picture window where a table is placed, you can look over the gardens to the one acre pond, a glorious view all year round.
In summer you can hear the stream trickling from the small front deck. Or step out the back to a private shade garden with cushioned lounges for reading, a propane grill, table and chairs for outdoor dining.
A gazebo cantilevered over the water is for your use alone. Perfect for reading, relaxing, a glass of wine before dinner.
The cottage is heaven sent for an individual or couple who want to relax in a natural retreat yet still have access to all this popular tourist area offers.
Enjoy the best of the Berkshires and Columbia County. Once part of Massachusetts, Austerlitz is on the NY/Mass. border Only 18 minutes to
Tanglewood and Kripalu. Less than half and hour to the towns of Great Barrington, Stockbridge and Lenox, Mass., as well as Hudson, Hillsdale and Chatham, NY. There are ski slopes nearby, golf and tennis, hiking, biking, fine restaurants, theaters, films, concerts. Museums, historic homes, antiques, festivals, farmers' markets, wineries, distilleries, celebrity sightings ...and so much more.
POLICIES:
OCCUPANCY: two adults unless special arrangements are made in advance for a guest.
RATES quoted are for 2 people. They are all
inclusive. There are no extra charges or fees.
PAYMENT OPTIONS; For fees of $1000 or more, you may have the option of paying a deposit of half to secure the reservation. For shorter stays, reservation is secured by
payment in full. (read cancellation info.)
MINIMUM STAY: Stays of two nights minimum apply most of the year. Summer and Holidays require longer stays and special rates may apply. In general, rates are
lowest for the longest stays.
CANCELLATION POLICY: A full refund of the deposit minus a cancellation fee* will be granted if cancellation is made 31 or more days before the date of scheduled arrival. A 50% refund of the deposit will be granted if cancellation is made 15 to 30 days prior to arrival. There are no refunds for no shows or abbreviated stays.
*Cancellation fee for stays of 4 nights or more:
$200. Fee for shorter stays:$75
An exception will be made in winter to this policy with cancellations that are due to forecasted storms. A full refund minus fee of $75 will be granted for cancellation prior to entry but none for abbreviated stays. Please keep abreast of weather reports, as will I .
Better to be safe than sorry.
PLEASE NOTE
that the property was once woods and although beautiful and almost always quiet, neither the cottage not the main house is immune to bad weather, critters, power outages and other such country things. We certainly do our best to prepare for contingencies that are beyond our control.
Also be aware that your cell phone needs to be set for wifi to email and text in the cottage. The cottage has its own wifi connection as well as a landline phone with answering machine.To access info by wifi, bring a tablet or
laptop as we don't have cell phone service per se.
Although the property is shared with the owner, your privacy will be respected. During
summer weekdays, there may occasionally be mowing in the afternoon. Or gardening.
You will be informed if someone needs to come near the cottage. So keep the window shade up, relax, and enjoy the spectacular view .
CHECK IN:2PM . Check out 11AM. Check out times may be flexible. Inquire.
Smoking is not permitted. Sorry no children or pets. Infants welcome.
Keywords: Cottage, retreat, romantic getaway, cabin, upstate getaway, Hudson Valley, Austerlitz, NY, Berkshires, 7 acre estate, swim, canoe, gardens, views,Tanglewood, Hudson,NY Great Barrington, Mass. Chatham, NY.,Kripalu
About Beth Rinzler
Am an expat of Manhattan but grew up outside of Boston.
Beth Rinzler purchased this cottage in 1994
Why Beth Rinzler chose Berkshires
For years my family rented a tiny cottage in the area so as to escape the city in the summer. We began loving it more and more and making our weekends longer and longer. When we made the leap to move up full time, we chose this location
because it is on border of Berkshire and Columbia Counties, near all the bright lights, yet very peaceful and tranquil. We were hoping to find a property with one distinguishing feature; we never expected to find one with so many bells and whistles.
What makes this cottage unique
Swimming , canoeing, walking around the pond, enjoying the gardens, lazing about the property ,watching the hummingbirds skim past the flowers. Reading under a 100 year old tree. Listening to the trickle of the stream.
Fresh air. sipping that first cup of coffee outside, exercising on the gazebo. Yoga. Meditation. Slowing down.
Guestbook comments from the owner
We loved being at your cottage. It was just what we wanted - quiet, beautiful,peaceful.
Deb enjoyed the swimming in the pond and we enjoyed sitting in various parts of your property and just reading.....
Amenities
Austerlitz Cottage Accommodation and Amenities
- cottage
- Guests provide their own meals
- 550 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 2
- not suitable for children ...
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- Lakefront ...
- Rural ...
- Ski-Out
- Away From It All
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Air Conditioning
- Broadband Access
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Telephone
- Towels Provided
- Wireless Internet
- Wood Stove ...
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining
- Dining Area
- seating for 4 people
- 1 Bathroom
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Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
shower
- 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2
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Bedroom 1 -
1 queen
- Queen size Beds (1)
- Books ...
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Satellite / Cable
- Television ...
- Video Library ...
- Deck / Patio ...
- Gazebo ...
- Kayak / Canoe ...
- Lawn / Garden ...
- Outdoor Grill ...
- Water Sports Gear ...
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Concierge
- botanical garden
- churches
- cinemas
- festivals
- health/beauty spa
- library
- live theater
- restaurants
- winery tours
- antiquing
- bird watching
- boating
- horseback riding
- miniature golf
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cross country skiing
- cycling
- equestrian events
- fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- pier fishing
- skiing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.9/5 -
(17 traveler reviews)
A Little Paradise
My husband and I spent 4 nights in this beautiful and romantic cottage and property. The view from the cottage includes a very well kept perennial garden and pond. We had our morning coffee in the gazebo facing the pond where we saw a red wing blackbird and a hummingbird amongst many other species. It was lovely to wake up to the sounds of birds and frogs. The cottage is very comfortable and clean. The kitchen has every pan, pot or utensil you'll need. We took day trips to neighboring towns such as Great Barrington, Stockbridge, and Chatham. Don't miss the Bash Bish Falls hike where you can see a local waterfall. On this trip we also visited The Clark which is a fine art musuem in WIlliams, Mass - a great find particularly if you're interested in representational painting. In the past, we've also enjoyed the contemporary exhibits at MASS MoCa and the incredible musical offerings of Tanglewood.
If you like fresh and innovative cuisine with delicious vegetables, try The Blue Plate in Chatham, NY. For an outstanding grilled cheese sandwich, make sure to go to Rubi's in Great Barrington.
Beth is a very gracious and kind host who is friendly and also respects your privacy. She is easy to reach if you have any concerns.
Quiet, cozy, peaceful and beautiful. great for any traveler
The Cottage is in a beautiful garden of a private home in this rural area. The autumn colors reflected in the pond, only bird sounds could be heard. The cottage was comfortable with a well-stocked kitchen with all needed utensils. Bring your own food and preparation is easy. The owner is available to answer questions and make sure you are comfortable, otherwise you are on your own. A lovely retreat in a beautiful area.
Beautiful property! Quiet, lovely energy. Great location.
We stayed at the cottage for a long weekend and had an amazing time. The cottage itself was perfect, an inviting space tucked away on a beautifully landscaped and well maintained property. Whether resting in bed or sitting have a cup of tea at the table, you have a charming view of the garden, grounds and pond. There is a private gazebo overlooking the pond, secluded and surrounded by nature. I had a truly wonderful yoga practice in this space, the grounds have such amazing energy. Beth was a lovely host, there were fresh flowers from the garden to enjoy and a great binder of information about the cottage, surrounding towns, restaurants, things to do, all of which made our stay that much more enjoyable. The cottage is in a great location, easy to get to Great Barrington, Lenox and Chatham. Great shops and restaurants in each. Beth's reviews were spot on too and we had some delicious meals based on her suggestions. It was the perfect weekend getaway. Highly recommend this charming little cottage. We will definitely be returning to stay!
Relaxing trip to the Berkshires
The cottage, landscape and location were all great. The cottage itself was very clean and had all the amenities you would need for a short or long stay; including an extremely comfortable bed. The landscape was well-kept, private and the gazebo on the pond was a great relaxation spot. It is driving distance to several state parks and hiking spots along with restaurants & shops in beautiful Western MA towns like Stockbridge. Beth was a courteous hostess, responsive and available to answer any questions or give recommendations. Absolutely worth another stay.
Peace and Perfection
From the minute you arrive you realize that you have found a slice of heaven. I was tempted not to write a review because I want to keep this slice of heaven a secret. Beth is a gracious host and is available if you need her and invisible if you don't. The cottage, as others have noted, is well equipped and immaculate. The gardens, pond and grounds are well maintained. The bed is extremely comfortable and the air conditioning kept the cottage comfortably cool. We spent a pleasant afternoon under the gazebo and swimming. We were so relaxed that it was hard to motivate ourselves to explore the area. We are in the process of booking another weekend!
Heavenly setting, private pond, caring hostess
My wife and I just finished our fourth annual stay, this one longer than ever by several days. We just can't get enough of the peace that this place offers. We are swimmers, so the private pond cannot be beat. The grounds are beautifully kept and afford many lovely views. The cottage is clean, comfortable, and surprisingly commodious, perfect for two. Twenty to thirty minutes away in any direction are charming towns and more cultural offerings than we could even begin to keep up with. (18 minutes to Tanglewood, where we heard Joshua Bell this year). And Beth is an absolutely devoted hostess, eager to make any improvement that will enhance your stay. Thanks, Beth!
Map
Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow,Kripalu,theater, concerts and Blue Grass Festivals, Country Fairs, Farmers' Markets, Antiques, Fine Dining, Historic Homes, Botanical Gardens, six great New England Towns to visit, and new to the area, even a nightclub or two, live music and dancing. Located on the cusp of Mass/NY.
Enjoy the best of the Berkshires and the Hudson Valley!
Driving distances:
5 minutes from the General Store in Spencertown
11 minutes to Chatham, NY and West Stockbridge, MA
15 minutes into Great Barrington, MA
18 minutes to Tanglewood and Lenox, MA
30 minutes to Hudson, NY
50 minutes to Albany
Midway between Boston and NYC (2 plus hour trip)
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Rates & Availability
Austerlitz Cottage Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
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Early Summer
May 29 2017 -
Jun 22 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$200
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$225
Fri,Sat
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$1,200
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High Summer
Jun 23 2017 -
Sep 4 2017
3 night minimum stay
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$225
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$1,450
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Fall
Sep 5 2017 -
Nov 27 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$200
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$225
Fri,Sat,Sun
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$1,200
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My Standard Rate
2 night minimum stay
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$175
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$1,000
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Additional information about rental rates
Rates are all inclusive and are subject to change.Mid week specials may apply for stays of 3 nights or more. Inquire. Sorry no pets and sadly no children. Infant welcome free of charge.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- Available
- Unavailable
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