Private Romantic Cottage on a 7 Acre Estate- Swimming Pond, Gardens, View
- Cottage550 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 2
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 2–7 nights
Only the owner shares this peaceful retreat -no other homes in view
Bedrooms
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
Safety features
- Carbon-monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First-aid kit
- Smoke detectorabove air conditioner
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- DowntownMy three closest downtowns are Chatham, NY. 11 minutes West Stockbridge Mass 11 minutes Great Barrington , Mass 17 minutes
- RuralThere is a volunteer fire department at foot of street, Rte 22, and a little shed like post office across the street from that. It is peaceful, bucolic and minutes away from 6 major towns.
- Town
- VillageAusterlitz was once part of Mass, right on the border of the Southern Berkshires. Greater Austerlitz includes Spencertown and our tiny hamlet with firehouse, post office and Millay Colony.
- Waterfront
- Lakefrontone acre mini lake ( or swim pond) 22' deep and clear
- Water ViewWe recently opened up the view to the swimming pond more and even the gazebo can be seen from the picture window in the cottage.
General
- Telephonecordless with answering marchinne and landline phones
- Air Conditioning
- HeatingUpscale Rinaldi heater -
- Linens ProvidedI love buying linens for the cottage and reviews have made note of quality. Garnet Hill, etc.
- Parkingyour own private driveway with parking space
- Internet
- Towels Provided
- Wireless InternetConsolidated - guests have done work stays
- Wood StoveBy permission only.
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomCottage greatroom combines living room with bedroom and dining area
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stove4 burner stove with oven
- Oven4 burner stove with oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Lobster Pot
- Pantry Itemsguests leave seasonings on shelves, host tries to keep paperware in drawers
- Dishes & Utensilseverything you need or you can borrow from the main house (me)
- KitchenFull galley kitchen. Appliances include microwave, toaster oven, after many years, it is pretty well stocked with whatever you need to cook and serve.If something is missing, borrow from house.
- Kettle
Dining
- Dining Area
- DiningOutside dining as well. Guests hosted another couple for dinner inside just by adding a few of of the outdoor chairs.
Entertainment
- Televisionlarge Sony
- Satellite / Cablewe have Select TV package from Spectrum - you can add on something important to you for fee.
- DVD Playercan borrow from main house
- Booksa tiny bookshelf is filled with my and guests' favorites
- Video Librarycan borrow from main house
Outside
- Lawn / Gardenseven and half acres - many gardens
- Kayak / CanoeCanoe for one acre swimming pond
- BoatCanoe
- Beach Chairs
- Beach Towels
- Porch / VerandaPorch/mini deck overlooking grounds
- Deck / Patiomini deck at entry to cottage your own private gazebo at the pond
- Outdoor Furniture
- Water Sports Gearsome noodles and fitness gear: belt, weights available
- TennisNot on grounds but there are free courts in Spencertown, a 6 minute drive
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessibleThere is a step in the bathroom
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Onsite Services
- Concierge
Notes
- Fully equipped Kitchen with Coffee Maker, Microwave, Toaster Oven, Weber Propane Grills(BBQ), Canoe, Private gazebo for reading or relaxing on pond, gardens, walking path around pond, indoor and outdoor dining areas
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children not allowed - welcome to bring infantswelcome to bring infants
No pets
No parties/events
No smoking
Max guests: 2 (sleeps up to 2 adults)
- For swimmers: Swim only in daylight, no swimming if intoxicated, sign liability waiver
Cleaning practices
Minimum 3-day vacancy between guest stays
Enhanced cleaning practices
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Cleaned with disinfectant
33 Reviews
Great relaxing long weekend.
We stayed over the long weekend in October--perfect property, perfect location, check-in, check-out was easy. It was great combination of privacy and tranquility with proximity to culture and events.
Thanks for the lovely review. Come back any time.
Best,
Beth
Peaceful getaway
Very relaxing, beautiful setting, beautiful time of the year.
Enjoyed having you, thank you for taking time to review.
Perfect vacation spot
Perfect cottage in a perfect location with a perfect host!
This is the first time in all my rental experience that i actually chose to stay in for a day just to enjoy the lovely grounds and swim in the pond. Close to excellent hiking and very easy access to Tanglewood.
Thanks so much for your perfect review.
I too find myself foregoing trips into town so I can stay on the property.
Am so pleased you plan to return.
Best,
Beth
It was terrific! Beautiful grounds, a lovely house, nice touches like flowers in vases all around. W
Overall, a truly wonderful experience.
So glad it worked out well for all of us.
Despite the rain. Thanks so much for review.
Please come back..
Charming cottage, charming property, lovely host
This is our first experience with VRBO and thanks to Beth and her magical getaway it was excellent. I highly recommend this darling cottage in the woods for any couple looking for a getaway. The cottage itself was clean and bright and full of charm. We loved everything about it! The property was absolutely magical. We took full advantage of our private gazebo by the gorgeous pond. It was perfect for Tai Chi in the early morning stillness followed by a hot cup as we leisurely planned our day. It was equally wonderful late in the day while enjoying a glass of wine. From our picture window we watched a family of deer grazing by the pond one evening at dusk. After a challenging hike in the heat I took a lovely swim in the pond at day's end. These are just a few examples of what we loved about it. This was our first visit to the Berkshires and the location was perfect for our exploration of the surrounding towns. We are already planning our next trip and would not dream of staying anywhere else. If you love peace, tranquility and nature, this is the property for you.
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)
Owner
Beth Rinzler
- Languages:
- english
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 Austerlitz
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.