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Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road

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The living is easy anytime of the year in the Berkshires
Surrounded by acres of woods, paths, creek and pond.
Across the road from the Pittsfield Golf Club, formerly Morewood Manor in 1800.
180 years in the same beautiful location with a brook and acres of woods!
Beautiful location in all four seasons.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cozy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Pittsfield, MA
  • Place, Colonial Theater
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Berkshire Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tanglewood Music Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Ground floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft bedroom

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road

Comfortable, quiet home in Pittsfield minutes from Tanglewood, Berkshire Theater Festivals and other year round attractions. Oldest one room school house in New England and listed as a U.S. National Historic Place. Built in 1825 and rebuilt 1843 after a fire. Morewood has been used continually by the community until being converted to a private residence in 1985. The home was completely renovated in 2010 with glass and tile bathroom and updates throughout the 1000 square foot interior located in the middle of an acre wooded lot on a quiet mountain road. The bedroom with a queen sized bed is on the ground floor next to the bathroom with a closet and electric heater. The ground floor has the bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, the original blackboard, very large windows, a great room with dining table for eight, gas ceramic stove, sofa and TV/DVD and bedroom for two. The sofa can be converted to a queen size bed for guests or kids or to sleep in front the fireplace in the winter. The bedroom in the loft above the great room has twin beds, a Roku TV, closet and AC window unit. The wooded lot is fenced in for pet safety with a pond and running brook on two sides. The stone patio has a dining table and chairs for four, charcoal grill, Adirondack chairs and hammock under the trees near the fire pit. For background on the Berkshires watch the HGTV video on
this website about the history of Morewood School and also the Prime Video "Melville in Love" with many scenes of the Morewood estate and Herman Melville's nearby home where he wrote the great American novel "Moby Dick".

Keywords: house, berkshire, pet, friendly, schoolhouse, historic
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property Registration Number C0157812360
Property # 310035
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Pittsfield

Located in Pittsfield, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Berkshire Museum and Lichtenstein Center for the Arts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Guido's Marketplace and Lee Premium Outlets. Bousquet Ski Area and The Bookstore are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding.
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What's nearby

  • Colonial Theater - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Berkshire Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Mount - 15 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort - 33 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 4 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Angelina's Subs - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road?

As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road on Jun 30, 2026 start from $421, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Featured in a Home & Garden TV Special 30 South Mountain Road located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Housatonic River, Colonial Theater, and Berkshire Museum. Berkshire Athenaeum and Guido's Marketplace are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay with our pup. We loved the big fenced in yard. Cozy home with unique history in a convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. The pictures do not do it justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tanglewood visit

Cozy and historic one room schoolhouse. Clean and comfy for our 3 guests. Nicely supplied kitchen, convenient to Tanglewood and other local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Had a great visit at Maplewood school with friends. Clean, close to town, and good communication with owner. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall getaway

Beautiful and comfortable. Close to everything and yet in a quite relaxing area. Loved reading about the history of the school house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Berkshires getaway

We had a great stay at this former schoolhouse. Couldn’t have been more charming!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Tanglewood binge weekend

Very comfortable, homey, and charming. Easy instructions for entry and use of the premises, bath, kitchen, appliances, etc. ver quiet and private location, even though it is relatively close to busy road (Route 7). The building stayed quite cool despite the oppressive heat outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Great home and very central to lots of Berkshire attractions. Spotless, easy communication, comfortable and quaint
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma v.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and historic stay

We had an excellent time in this cosy and historic home. Especially loved the fireplace and large, fenced yard, and it's a quick drive to the nearby town of Lenox and great outdoor activities. Some of the surfaces in the kitchen and bathroom were a bit dirty upon arrival, but we easily wiped them down with the provided cleaning supplies. Overall, had a great time and would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time

We have stayed here many times. The schoolhouse , property with fenced yard and location are perfect for us and our dog. Bob is a wonderful host. Having the first floor bedroom, which is new since our last visit, is an asset.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

It was relaxing. The weather was not the best. However, my dog and I enjoyed local trails and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcome Get-away

We were very pleased with everything about the Moorewood little red schoolhouse..wonderful spot for 2 from which to explore the Berkshire hills and towns! The open floor plan and perfectly equipped kitchen were enjoyed to the fullest. And it suited us epecially well with our pittie, who loved the freedom of the fenced yard. Thank you for a wonderful stay at your comfortable and lovingly restored historic home in western MA!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Cozy luxury in a tranquil setting

I was traveling with my young daughter to visit family and was seeking something homier than a hotel that offered self-catering. Morewood was so much more than just a place to sleep and make a meal or two. We really felt at home during our stay and appreciated every amenity offered from the stereo system to the laundry to the comfortable bed to the amazing shower. I couldn't recommend a stay at Morewood School any more highly, it made our trip to the Berkshires unforgettable.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Rebecca- Thanks for the nice review. We love Morewood and are glad to share it with others from around the world as well as natives returning for a short visit with family. Welcome back anytime. Bob
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Perfect

This was our second stay at the schoolhouse. It is a beautiful property both inside and outside. The house was completely furnished so we had everything we needed or wanted. We have family in the area and had plenty of room for them to stop by and visit. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2022
Barbara- Thanks for the feedback. Next time you visit we'll have a ground floor bedroom added to the back shed and a Rinnai on demand hot water unit. Hope to have improved the insulation and water pipes to be able to winter in the cold winter months ss well. Bob
Archival

10/10 Excellent

J K.

Peace and quiet in a busy vacation locale

The red schoolhouse exterior caught my attention because I am a retired teacher. The mix of a charming historical atmosphere and modern conveniences is very pleasing. The quiet neighborhood provides a peaceful, relaxed environment. The outlying area offers a multitude of enjoyable, year-round activities. Janice central Mass
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Thanks Janice for the nice review. You are welcome back this fall to enjoy some more quiet time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memory Lane

My wife attended 1st, 2ed, & 3rd grade at the Morewood schoolhouse back in the late 40s. It brought back so many memories for her.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Almost perfect

Interesting and creative spaceGreat open space and comfortable .Only negative was that the owner who is far away did not always respond promptly to my few questions . That would have made it perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nora K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The school house itself is very special

The 1843 school house itself is beautiful, inside and out. I loved it. It was quiet, well furnished and very spacious. The front yard, fenced in area was perfect too. The backyard area with the fire pit and grill needed taking care of and was virtually u usable. It did not ruin our lovely time there at all but should be looked at in the future because it is not up to the quality of the rest of the property. I did love our stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

Quaint, cozy and spacious. Right off a main road, yet feels worlds away even while outside on the grounds. The "house" itself was clean, bright and welcoming. Gets a little warm upstairs with the heat going, but the main floor is perfect. Had a nice little firepit out back to roast some s'mores, would suggest an ax to chop some more firewood if you plan on having many fires. Lots of counter space for cooking, all the necessities are there for use. Honestly, I'd go back just for the kitchen, nevermind the rest of the place :P . We're definitely going to head back here, maybe before the end of fall, definitely in the springtime. Loved this place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gwen A.

Enjoyable stay!

Lovely setting, charming accommodations! Beds were comfortable, well-stocked kitchen, great shower, laundry. Plenty of towels and linens were supplied. A window AC unit is provided in the loft. A few housekeeping issues- some soiled towels were left in the bathroom and kitchen upon our arrival. Also, the dishwasher hadn’t been emptied, or trash bags placed in wastebaskets. Other than that, the schoolhouse was clean. We happened to arrive in the middle of a relentless rainstorm. It would’ve been nice if the entry door had more of an overhang for protection. Rain was pouring off the roof as we were fumbling to get in. Overall, we did enjoy our stay! Much to see and do in the Berkshires!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Gwen- thanks for the feedback. Glad you enjoyed your stay. I talked to my cleaning lady and iit won’t again. Bob
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and well appointed.

The house is well appointed. It gets 4 stars instead of 5 for just a couple of things: The kitchen is the most well stocked/appointed kitchen I have ever stayed in. The drawback is that was very little room for our things/food. There is a cupboard filled with china that is locked. That cupboard would be better used for guests. Be alerted that the hot water tank really only allows for a shower and a half before the water starts getting chilly. The house needs a little TLC on the outside but the interior is excellent. The AC in the bedroom is super efficient. The surrounding area was filled with fun things to do and it was so nice to come home to this schoolhouse. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2022
Jennifer- thanks for the review. My wife is an Atlanta designer and some times the style element overcome the practical needs of a vacation vistor. Next visit you will see more space in the kitchen, a new bedroom on the ground floor and enjoy an infinite supply of hot water from a new Rinnai on demand hot water unit replacing the small tank.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

It was Nice ~

Debated about leaving a review for it was a mixed bag staying there ~ Plus side: The Historic value/décor , Pet friendly, Big Yard for the dogs, Nice kitchen, Great location in the Berkshires and Lovely owners. Some things to think about: Hot water is limited. Great Historic Value, however, it is becoming tired, needs to be refreshed. Steep stairs. Bed is full size and sofa bed; not to good. Cleaning process wasn't complete when we got there, we were left a note by cleaning staff to finish what they couldn't. Lastly, the door was VERY hard to open via the key and door aliment. Again, I debated about leaving this review, however, we paid a lot to stay here and from the other reviews we thought we were getting a lot more for our money. If the things I wrote do not bother you, then this is a wonderful Historical place to stay. Our expectations were a little higher.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2022
Jennie- your review was accurate and reflects changes that are ongoing. We are adding a ground floor bedroom this fall off the shed in the back. Part of the renovation includes a Rinnai hot water on demand unit that provides an infinite amount of hot water. I had the door top corner shaved soon after your stay to solve the sticking. Maintaining this 160 year old house is a challenge with the occasional settling the requires readjusting a door or window and the constant painting and replacing of the original wooden siding and classic Greek molding elements. But we soldier on because we love the old Morewood School and enjoy sharing it with others.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

102nd birthday

We hadn’t seen our family since Christmas 2019 because of the pandemic. My mother turned 102 on 11/21. This was our first experience renting online. We rented this house for its proximity to my moms. We hosted 8 for a family brunch/ birthday party. The kitchen is very well equipped to cook in, ample seating and it’s cozy with the gas stove. Nice appliances and sharp knives(. I had brought mine but didn’t need them). Things to be aware of : the building is old and historic . Take that into consideration when you arrive and look around. (Entrance looks it’s age. )Inside is darling. Visiting in the winter: turn the stove on and both bathroom heaters upon arrival and the space warms up fast. The floor in the bath was cold so we put down three bath mats and it was fine. Turn the heat on in there when you get up. Watch your head in the loft. once you are aware. it’s fine. We appreciated the night lights on the stairs. The loft is plenty warm at night. We have a queen at home so the size was fine for us and we found the mattress and pillows to be comfortable. The back yard space would be great in warmer weather. A wide Brook runs through the property. It’s close to two good markets, and high end liquor store. ( wine glasses and martini glasses provided.) We would definitely rent this place again. Thanks for the opportunity to review.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2022
Maria- thanks for the review. Welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely return visit

Our family was scattered for Thanksgiving this year, and our kitchen was damaged in a mishap caused by our upstairs neighbors, so we decided to escape to the Berkshires for a quiet and peaceful holiday. The lovely, big kitchen was a particular draw for us--very well stocked with quality appliances, pots and pans, and everything you might need. There's a great wine store just down the street (Spirited) and a lovely market (Guido's) as well. And while we were content on this trip to just hang out at the house, there is so much to do just a short drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Pittsfield Property

From the very beginning, this was the perferct property to VRBO. I had to change my booking dates and Mr. Clydesdale was very helpful. The property was impecable; the kitchen was fully stocked, the decor was so quaint and charming, the beds and linens were clean and comfortable. We were also able to enjoy the outdoor seating area around the fire pit each night and listen to the brook babble in the background. There is also a swingset out front to enjoy. The property is a very quick, safe and easy 20-30 min walk to the center of Pittsfield. We will be back to this amazing property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bob Clydesdale

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Bob and Karen Clydesdale bought Morewood from the city in the 1980s while living in the Berkshires. Karen spent three years converting the building from the dirt up with new wide plank floors, insulated walls and modern drywall to the new roof to drag it into the 21st century while preserving the historical exterior and enhancing the grounds and interior ambiance.

Why they chose this property

Morewood School is located in the center of Berkshire County with a long historical connection to the old Pittsfield families such as the Morewoods, Holmes and Melvilles. The new interior and preserved exterior provides an uncommon comfort level and access to the year round attractions of Western Mass.

What makes this property unique

Minutes to Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, Shaker Village, Norman Rockwell Museum, Shakespeare and Berkshire Theatre Festivals, Berkshire Opera House, Pittsfield Country Club, Cranwell Golf Course and Spa, Baseball Museum, Wahconah Baseball Park, Lenox and Great Barrington antique shopping, fine dining throughout the County, boating and fishing on many lakes. Located at the base of Bousquet Mountain ski resort and a short drive to Jiminy Peak and other down hill and cross country ski areas. Located two hours from Boston and NYC and only eight miles north of the last exit on the Mass Turnpike, Morewood is the perfect Berkshire vacation spot.

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