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Serene, Private Waterfront House --Perfect Summer Retreat!
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Space | 1,200 sq. ft. |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 2 nights |
Overview
2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, sleeps 2-4
Enjoy everything the Berkshires has to offer from this beautiful, secluded, nicely renovated waterfront cottage set on two acres of forested land. Perfect for families or couples. Swim, fish, or boat from the backyard. (Canoe, Kayak and lifejackets provided.) Explore the stream that runs through the property. Picnic down by the water, or lounge on the deck. Make a fire in the fire pit and eat s'mores. Or just sit down by the lake and listen to the sounds of nature while feeling the warm sun on your face. Very private--just one near neighbor. And if you want more activity, head to cultural activities such as Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, Shakespeare & Company; Mass MOCA, the Berkshire Museum, and Norman Rockwell Museum; historic homes such as those of Edith Wharton and Herman Melville; outdoor activities such as kayaking, canoeing, horseback riding, bicycling and hiking; and antiques and outlet shopping. 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, full kitchen!
Owner History: This property is owned by experienced vacation rental owners with other rental properties on Homeaway with consistent five star reviews. Reserve with us with confidence.
About Djuna Perkins
My husband and I own this house with another couple. All four of us had long careers in education or criminal justice, and two of us are lawyers. We are also parents of both young and grown children, and dog owners.
Djuna Perkins purchased this cottage in 2010
Why Djuna Perkins chose Becket
Living in Boston, I missed the country I grew up in, and wanted to be able to recapture the country girl by having a foothold in the Berkshires. For my husband, it was the cultural attractions of the area. And for our kids, it was the lake and the wildlife!
What makes this cottage unique
We saw this house in the spring of 2009 and saw its great potential. At the time, the house was a one bedroom 600 square foot cottage, but it was on a beautiful, quiet piece of property with a lake and stream on two acres. We knew it could be paradise, and so we renovated it to add a second floor and take full advantage of the beauty of the land.
Amenities
Sherwood Forest Cottage Accommodation and Amenities
- cottage
- Guests provide their own meals
- 1200 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 6
- children welcome
- non smoking only
- Lake
- Lakefront ...
- Rural ...
- Waterfront
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Air Conditioning ...
- Alarm Clock
- Ceiling Fans
- Clothes Dryer
- Filtered Water
- Firewood
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Parking
- Shampoo
- Telephone
- Towels Provided
- Wireless Internet
- Wood Stove
- 4 Ring Stove
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Freezer
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 2 Bathrooms
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Bathroom 2 -
toilet
,
shower
,
first floor
Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower , double sinks
- One full bath with a shower on the first floor, and one full bath with double sinks and a full size tub on the second floor. First floor bath has hardwood floors and a second floor bath is tiled.
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
-
Bedroom 1 -
1 queen
Bedroom 2 - 1 double , 1 twin/ single , full-size futon in separate study
- The house has two bedrooms, one with queen bed and the other with full size bed and a twin bed. Alternatively, there is a study with a full-size futon sofa.
- DVD Player
- Radio
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo ...
- Television
- Barbecue
- Beach Chairs
- Beach Towels
- Boat Dock
- Boat with Paddles
- Canoe
- Deck / Patio
- Kayak / Canoe ...
- Lawn / Garden ...
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Terrace
- Wood Deck
- 2 beach chairs
- autumn foliage
- festivals
- forests
- live theater
- museums
- pond
- restaurants
- antiquing
- bird watching
- horseback riding
- outlet shopping
- scenic drives
- sledding
- walking
- cycling
- fishing
- freshwater fishing
- hiking
- hunting
- ice skating
- mountain biking
- mountaineering
- skiing
- swimming
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.8/5 -
(40 traveler reviews)
Great house
House was even better than expected. Bedrooms were large and house was nicely redone. Sound of the brook was so relaxing and atmosphere was peaceful. Definitely a nice retreat away from city.
Exactly as advertised... excellent getaway!
We booked last minute because our family trip to London for spring break had to be cancelled. After carefully reading the reviews we decided to give it a try. Price was very reasonable, house was clean and comfortable, and we all really enjoyed it. Not much happening out there in mid-April, but the weather was great, the lake is very clean, and it's a quiet and private setting. We ate in mostly because of the limited restaurants in the area but a good kitchen made it convenient. We fish a lot as a family but unfortunately has no luck and really didn't see any movement in the lake. May have been too early.
It was a wonderful weekend getaway.
Djuna has a clean, welcoming home. It was spacious and had the necessary equipment for my weekend trip with 3 other people. I wish the heat was controllable by the us and not the owner. Besides that the communication between Djuna was minimal. Once in contact with her, she was flexible and nice. I'd consider returning back to the property in the summer. Thanks for renting out your space!
Great vacation spot
Great spot to see the lake and relax! Beautiful scenery and very convenient. Beds are comfy, kitchen is nicely stocked with supplies. Thank you Djuana!
Peaceful haven by lake
This house in Sherwood Forest was just what we wanted. It is situated next to a small lake in a private, woodland community. The area is full of trees which were all the most wonderful autumn colours. There are many walks around the area, through the forest and around another much larger lake, which was stunning with the reflection of the autumn trees. The house was well equipped and the beds were incredibly comfortable - better than ours back home! There's a great fire pit by the lake and plenty of outdoor seating. There are also a couple of row boats, so we enjoyed an evening row around the lake - beautiful. There is much to explore in the surrounding area - though some of the attractions close from mid October until spring. Would highly recommend!
Great stay
Had a great weekend here. The instructions to get there and get in were perfect and easy to follow. Very private and quiet here. The kayak and canoe were a good touch, paddling around the pond was lots of fun. Would go back in an instant and recommend this to anyone looking to get away.
Map
Lakes, art, music, Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, skiing, snowshoeing, foliage, horseback riding, canoeing, kayaking, biking, hiking, theater, Berkshires, outlets, historic homes, gardens, Kripalu, Heartwood School, swimming, downhill skiing, cross-country skiing. House is on eastern tip of Nottingham Lake. The google map is mislabeled--the portion of Bow Ridge Lane that is south of Porcupine Ct. is actually Nottingham Court.
Other Activities: skiing, ice skating, snowshoeing
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Rates & Availability
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Additional information about rental rates
| Cleaning Fee | $95 |
Summer cancellation policy: 100% refund 60 or more days prior to arrival; otherwise, minimum $200 cancellation fee up to the full amount of the booking if not re-rented. Off-season: 100% refund 30 or more days prior to arrival; otherwise, minimum $100 cancellation fee up to the full amount of booking if not re-rented.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
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