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Contemporary 'Castle in the Sky' on 15 Acres

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Scenic driveway to house. Backyard Deck Main Stairs to the condos View from Great room of Backyard with footbridge over stream Great room with hanging fireplace Kitchen front window. There are 4 other windows in this room besides these two. Eat in kitchen. Master Bedroom with King size bed Bathroom with Jacuzzi Tub Queen Size Bedroom Great Room with Flat screen TV and wireless Internet Trundle Bed in Queen Room Bathroom with separate Room for Shower another for Toilet Front of two condos Backyard Deck Front deck eating area. You can watch the sunset from here. Backyard Beautiful Fall Foliage of the Berkshires (view of MT Greylock from Rte. 7) View of the farm next door Front of the driveway entrance

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  • Minimum stay:1-7 nights
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets considered:Yes
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

Property description

Escape to the timeless beauty of nature while spoiling yourself with all the comfort and convenience of your modern lifestyle. Relax, restore, rejuvenate, rejoice!

Travel the well-kept dirt road to your secluded country retreat on 15 acres at the base of Greylock Mountain. This contemporary high-end unit is one of two in Our Castle in the Sky. On the left side as you face the house (see photo of exterior), this unit is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath vacation condo that is fit for fun or retreat.. One of our sisters, Joanne, an international interior designer, lives on the other side. Often traveling the four corners of the Earth, Jo's favorite moment is always coming back to the beauty, peace and quiet of Lanesboro.
The house was designed by a renowned architect as a kind of contemporary cathedral. One of the goals was to make each side independent. He succeeded brilliantly as each condo is devinely private. Once inside your condo, you'll feel truly alone in the world--a 'secret garden', of sorts!

Nestled at the base of the mountain and spanning a brook, the house has two decks: you can enjoy your morning on the private back deck listening to nature's bird song, go hiking or snow shoeing right out the back door and relax with the sun setting over the mountain views, enjoy outdoor dining and barbecues on the front deck.

Rental Details: Spacious, well-designed rooms organized around a central living room with cathedral ceilings and a suspended circular fireplace. Stunning views from each and every window (and there are a number of them!) Wood floors throughout. The master bedroom, just next to one bathroom, has a king bed and flat screen television. The second bedroom, just opposite the second bathroom, has a queen bed and daybed with pull-out trundle. The full eat-in kitchen not only has a dishwasher, full size refrigerator, microwave, electric stove and oven, separate vegetable sink and two work areas, it also has a cathedral ceiling and windows. It's a lovely place not only to prepare and share meals, but to admire the majesty of nature.

High-quality washer and dryer, Jacuzzi, 2 decks, private parking.

All linens are organic. All cleaning products are natural.

Also available: Fully stocked refrigerator to your specs. Regularly restocked at your convenience. Chef services available if booked in advance. Relaxation therapies and massage services available.


Keywords: Condominium

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Property Type

  • Condo
  • 1250 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

  • Vacation Rental

Meals

  • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Suitability

  • Long-Term Renters Welcome
  • Alternative Lifestyle
  • Children Welcome
  • Non Smoking Only
  • Pets Considered:

    With prior permission...moreless

  • Wheelchair Inaccessible

Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6

  • Convertible bed(s)

    ...moreless

  • Bedroom 1: 1 king

    high-quality bedding and organic sheets...moreless

  • Bedroom 2: 1 queen, 2 twin/ single

    single beds are trundle; high-quality bedding, organic sheet...moreless

  • King size beds (1) Brand new, Queen size Beds (1) Brand new, Twin or Single Beds (1) Brand new...moreless

Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms

Other Amenities

  • Organic Towels & Sheets, Secluded Setting, Quiet on 15 Acres, Housekeeping Services Available, Organic Healthful Weekly Grocery Packages Available, Hiking Right From Your Back Door, House Spans Over Brook, Wood Floors, Flat Screen TV, Vegetable Sink, Eat In Kitchen, Relaxation Therapies Available, Cleaning Products are Natural, Gardens, Smashing Views...moreless

Entertainment

  • CD Player
  • DVD Player
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Stereo
  • Television
  • VCR

Theme

  • Adventure
  • Away From It All
  • Family
  • Romantic
  • Sports & Activities
  • Tourist Attractions

Attractions

  • Autumn Foliage
  • Botanical Garden
  • Churches
  • Cinemas
  • Festivals
  • Forests
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Library
  • Live Theater
  • Marina
  • Museums
  • Playground
  • Pond
  • Recreation Center
  • Restaurants
  • Synagogues
  • Theme Parks
  • Water Parks
  • Winery Tours
  • Zoo

Local Services & Businesses

  • ATM/Bank
  • Babysitter
  • Fitness Center
  • Groceries
  • Hospital
  • Laundromat
  • Massage Therapist
  • Medical Services

Leisure Activities

  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating
  • Eco Tourism
  • Horseback Riding
  • Horseshoes
  • Miniature Golf
  • Outlet Shopping
  • Paddle Boating
  • Photography
  • Scenic Drives
  • Shopping
  • Shuffleboard
  • Sight Seeing
  • Sledding
  • Walking
  • Wildlife Viewing

Location Type

  • Mountain:

    Fabulous mountain and field views....moreless

  • Mountain View:

    Tremendous views in every direction; Mount Greylock valley, woods, and apple orchard, as well as the beautiful surrounding fall foliage....moreless

Sports & Adventure Activities

  • Basketball Court
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Cycling
  • Equestrian Events
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Golf
  • Golf Privileges Optional
  • Hiking
  • Hot Air Ballooning
  • Hunting
  • Ice Skating
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Mountain Climbing
  • Mountaineering
  • Paragliding
  • Parasailing
  • Pier Fishing
  • Racquetball
  • Rafting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Roller Blading
  • Sailing
  • Ski Privileges Optional
  • Skiing
  • Snorkeling
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Surf Fishing
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Water Tubing
  • Whitewater Rafting

Dining

  • Dining Area
  • Seating for 6 people

General

  • Air Conditioning
  • Broadband Access
  • Clothes Dryer:

    High-quality, new Laundry room...moreless

  • Covered Parking:

    Optional...moreless

  • Fireplace
  • Garage:

    Optional...moreless

  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Iron & Board
  • Linens Provided:

    Wonderful organic linens, comfy pillows and luxurious towels provided....moreless

  • Living Room:

    wood-burning suspended fireplace; a wall of windows overlooking the woods, comfortable sectional couch...moreless

  • Mobile Phone:

    We can arrange one for you if you are not bringing your own....moreless

  • Parking:

    Two outdoor spaces...moreless

  • Parking Off Street:

    Parking at the base of the path leading to the house...moreless

  • Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer:

    optional...moreless

  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine:

    High-quality, new Laundry room...moreless

  • Wireless Internet
  • Wood Fireplace:

    Hanging round fireplace is a central feature, along with cathedral ceiling and picture-post card views from the wall of windows in the living room...moreless

Kitchen

  • Catering Available:

    Oganic, vegan or any specialty catering/meals available. Must be preordered....moreless

  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Utensils:

    all tools needed to really cook available...moreless

  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen:

    Side by side refrigerator, stove, oven, regular sink, vegetable sink, and dishwasher. Two separate work areas making it easy to work with friends and family! Sun-filled room with large dining table....moreless

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Pantry Items:

    IE coffee filters, sugar, salt, mustard, etc....moreless

  • Refrigerator:

    Side by side...moreless

  • Stove
  • Stove

Outside

  • Deck / Patio:

    Front deck with table and chairs, also back deck with lounge chairs for relaxing...moreless

  • Lawn / Garden
  • Outdoor Grill:

    2 grills- charcoal and gas...moreless

  • Patio
  • Wood Deck

Pool / Spa

  • Jetted Tub

Building Type

  • House
 

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Rates

Rental basis: Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
Dates Nightly Weekend Night Weekly Monthly * Event
October
Oct 1 - Oct 31, 2016
1 night min stay 		$170 $198
Fri, Sat		 $1,075 $3,450
November
Nov 1 - Nov 23, 2016
1 night min stay 		$125 $145
Fri, Sat		 $795 $2,350
Thanksgiving weekend
Nov 24 - Nov 27, 2016
2 night min stay 		$175
late November-early December
Nov 28 - Dec 1, 2016
1 night min stay 		$125
Winter
Dec 2 - Mar 5, 2017
7 night min stay
$850 $2,995
My Standard Rate
1 night min stay 		$99
$695 $2,150
* Approximate Monthly rates, actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay

Additional information about rental rates

Fees:

  • Pet Fee $20
  • Cleaning Fee $105
  • Refundable Damage Deposit $300

Notes:

All rates are variable for the seasons, etc.

Cancellation policy: If we re-rent your week to others at the same price then we will refund your deposit in full (minus bank charges).

If not there are no refunds. Thanks for understanding that we are serious about keeping our place at its best!

Owner's cancellation policy:

Cancelled bookings will not receive a refund.

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Location

3 Miles
Nearest Barpub
Old Forge Tavern; Coyote Den
8 Miles
Nearest Golf
Brodie, Lanesboro; Wabeeka Springs, Williamstown
2 Miles
Nearest Motorway
Rte. 7
5 Miles
Nearest Ski
Jiminy Peak, Hancock, Ma

Car: Necessary

Locally there is a plethora of fun and relaxation to be had. Including:

Zip line,kayaking, canoeing, yoga, massage, spa services

 

Owner info

About the owner: The home was built in 1973 by The Riley's. They custom designed it along with a noted architect. It was their dream for many years to move from Long Island to 'the country'. They bought 144 acres, built the dream house, and moved to the beautiful Berkshires with their six children. After all the kids moved on to their own lives the house was much too big for two people so it was split it half, hence we have a rental unit. There is a magical feel to 'The Castle' on the hill. Maybe because of the river that runs underneath it or the serenity around it or the view from the large cathedral-like windows... We call it the castle because when the younger children went to school that's what their friends called it.... 'oh you live in that white castle on the hill'. Now it is entrusted to the six children who recently renovated it for a rental income and keep half for their own vacation place. Everything about the land speaks of timelessness and a happy dream come true.

Why the Owner Chose Lanesborough, MA, USA:
The house is as stunningly beautiful and peaceful as the nature that surrounds it. Being at the base of Mount Greylock is a real privilege...as is being part of the Berkshire. Not only does nature abound here, it is an area loaded with art and culture--theatre, concerts, museums. It doesn't matter what you like to do, you will find it in the Berkshires...all year long.

The Unique Benefits at this Condo:
The most unique benefits of Our Castle in the Sky are the stream that runs under the living room, the circular fireplace, a wonderful eat-in, work-in, light-filled kitchen, spacious bedrooms equipped with high-quality bedding and two wonderful outdoor decks to vary the ambiances. The house's architecture is as exceptional as the height, the sound and the beauty of the trees.

Contact us

Speaks: english, french

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Photos

  • Backyard Deck

    Backyard Deck

  • View from Great room of Backyard with footbridge over stream

    View from Great room of Backyard with footbridge over stream

  • Kitchen front window. There are 4 other windows in this room besides these two.

    Kitchen front window. There are 4 other windows in this room besides these two.

  • Master Bedroom with King size bed

    Master Bedroom with King size bed

  • Queen Size Bedroom

    Queen Size Bedroom

  • Trundle Bed in Queen Room

    Trundle Bed in Queen Room

  • Front of two condos

    Front of two condos

  • Front deck eating area. You can watch the sunset from here.

    Front deck eating area. You can watch the sunset from here.

  • Beautiful Fall Foliage of the Berkshires (view of MT Greylock from Rte. 7)

    Beautiful Fall Foliage of the Berkshires (view of MT Greylock from Rte. 7)

  • Front of the driveway entrance

    Front of the driveway entrance

  • Scenic driveway to house.

    Scenic driveway to house.

  • Main Stairs to the condos

    Main Stairs to the condos

  • Great room with hanging fireplace

    Great room with hanging fireplace

  • Eat in kitchen.

    Eat in kitchen.

  • Bathroom with Jacuzzi Tub

    Bathroom with Jacuzzi Tub

  • Great Room with Flat screen TV and wireless Internet

    Great Room with Flat screen TV and wireless Internet

  • Bathroom with separate Room for Shower another for Toilet

    Bathroom with separate Room for Shower another for Toilet

  • Backyard Deck

    Backyard Deck

  • Backyard

    Backyard

  • View of the farm next door

    View of the farm next door

VRBO #238631

This listing was first published here in 2009.

Date last modified - Friday, September 30, 2016

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  • Reviews
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  • Sleeps
    6
  • Bedrooms
    2
  • Bathrooms
    2
  • Property type
    Condo
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Speaks: english, french
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  • Calendar last updated 09/29/2016
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