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Swiss Chalet Style Timber frame Home In Berkshires With All Modern Conveniences

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Back of house with deck and fire pit
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fire pit in back of house
Peru starry night photo by Marylea Leuth
living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Peru, MA
  • Jacob's Pillow
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Tanglewood Music Center
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Closed Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Upstairs open loft/ bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Swiss Chalet Style Timber frame Home In Berkshires With All Modern Conveniences

Swiss chalet type house with exposed douglas fir beams. Back of home has all windows opening to deck and forest. 2 bedrooms with open loft for 3rd bedroom, with 2 baths. Sleeps 6 people but open to a larger group. Has modern appliances including sub zero refrigerator, dishwasher, washer/dryer, high speed internet with television. Open kitchen, great for entertaining with large table that seats 20. Glass enclosed shower downstairs with tub/hand shower upstairs. Quiet forest surrounding with some trails and country roads for walking. Near all of Berkshire lakes, trails, arts and country life. 20 minutes from all shopping.

Property manager

Laura Kolb
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
There are many toys, videos and books available.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs are allowed upon approval.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The surrounding area is very quiet. I like to keep the outdoors sound down after 11:00 pm on weekends, earlier on the week nights.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number C0046572330

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Peru

Located in Peru, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Crane Museum of Papermaking and Colonial Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Berkshire Museum and Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Peru, MA

What's nearby

  • Jacob's Pillow - 43 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 44 min drive - 35.9 km
  • Lee Premium Outlets - 47 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort - 50 min drive - 37.6 km
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 53 min drive - 45.6 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Station - 26 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ozzie's Steak & Eggs - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Goldenrod Country Inn - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Listons Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Topsy's Treats - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hinsdale Trading Company - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swiss Chalet Style Timber frame Home In Berkshires With All Modern Conveniences pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Swiss Chalet Style Timber frame Home In Berkshires With All Modern Conveniences?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swiss Chalet Style Timber frame Home In Berkshires With All Modern Conveniences?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Swiss Chalet Style Timber frame Home In Berkshires With All Modern Conveniences located?

Located in the mountains, this Peru vacation home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 9 mi (15 km) of Bas Ridge Golf Course, Skyline Trail, and Fox Den Wildlife Management Area. Glendale Falls and Chester Center Historic District are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 161 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good winter vocation
Very satisfied with this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
We love staying here, check in is easy, house is always clean and provides everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Wonderland
We drove up just after New Year looking for the quiet winter holiday that can be hard to get with family, and this rental provided exactly what we were looking for! The building is a treasure and fun just to hang out in. Our group of old college friends took turns cooking meals and playing card and board games, plus walks down to the beaver dam and back. The toddler had a blast sledding down the little slope in the back yard. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas holiday
The house was amazing - everything we could have wanted and more! Thank you, Linda, for making our holiday in the Berkshires picture perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright and Warm Mountain Retreat
I really loved the property and the location. Beautiful, comfortable and peaceful. The home is clean and spacious. Lots of character and natural light throughout. Hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in the Birkshires
Friend had a wedding nearby and we stayed the weekend here. Lovely property, stilysh, clean, warm and very comfortable. Absolutely would return. Would love to have explored the state forest nearby but didnt have the time. Laura was a great host and home had nice body wash, shampoo, coffee and nice dishes, washer and dryer. Bring your own groceries as there isnt much in the area although we didnt look that hard as had meals at the wedding venue.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Teressa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remote Hideaway
Very nice rural retreat. Perfect for those looking for a get away from it all location. Stunning A frame with awesome view of forested surroundings. Super quiet😊. Clean & cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of Our Favorites
This is the third time we have stayed here and it didn’t disappoint. This is the most well supplied and equipped house that we have rented. Laura is an absolute sweetheart. We will for sure be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short get away
My wife , mysf and our 13 year old dog enjoyed our stay very much. The 3 bedroom was much more than we needed but I have to be honest that I fell in love with the timber framed home . I am a woodworker and former Industrial Arts teacher and really enjoyed the Post and beam framing .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyable stay
Beautiful, quiet forest location. Particularly enjoyed the backyard firepit one night. Very roomy accommodations with everything we needed. All-around great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home comfort
This house has everything you could possibly need. If you are looking for peace and quiet this house is for you. Pleasant outdoor surroundings and comfortable indoor amenities. The house is conveniently located to explore the area by foot and car. Laura was very helpful when we have questions. We enjoyed our stay so much we will be sure to use this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Home in the Woods
We loved our stay in Peru. It was a bit far away from our wedding without local ride shares but we still had a great time. Beautiful home and setting. It’s very peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, surrounded by nature
Our family absolutely loved our stay! We all commented that we would love to one day live in a place like this! :-) Gorgeous home (clean & welcoming) and gorgeous wooded area (loved sitting by the babbling brook)!!! Overall wonderful, relaxing experience. Would come back in a heart beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wooded, remote and cozy
We really enjoyed staying in this warm and relaxing space. It was the end of winter and we had lovely walks both out back and at the historic properties 20 min away. Nice, cozy/romantic place, equipped with plenty of good music, books and games, comfortable beds and fine bathrooms/kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING Getaway
This house was incredible - off the beaten path and very private - we felt like the only ones there. The house was impeccable, had everything we needed for the few day's stay, and was just the right size for our family of 5. The owner was very responsive and even offered for us to stay past sign out time when a freezing rain storm hit the night before we were planning to leave. This was our favorite VRBO yet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
I can't say enough about the Swiss Chalet in The Berkshires. It was beautiful and abundantly appointed. I stayed there with two of my lifelong friends, and each one of us had the same positive reaction - it just made you feel good. The remote & quiet location was just what we needed to decompress, but getting to Pittsfield and area attractions was an easy drive. I would stay again in a heart beat! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect times in Peru!
Laura's terrific timber frame home was the perfect early March reset that my family needed! Coming from Albany, NY; Peru was a perfect halfway point enroute to a conference that we were attending in Amherst. The home was cozy, well appointed, and had eclectic decor. Even though it has a small footprint, it felt spacious. With March weather being unpredictable, we had an outside fire one evening and snow the next. It made the forest surrounding the property look absolutely enchanting! Many thanks for a wonderful getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
We loved it. Very clean, large, great for our 2-year old to explore and run around. A beautiful stream in the back. Laura was helpful and flexible. Everything was well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
We had a perfect week at this home in Peru. It's secluded, peaceful, and so cozy. I stayed with a friend and my dog and worked remotely, which went off without a hitch. The wifi was great through conference calls, and the dining room table was a perfect desk spot. The natural light in this house is a dream. We loved our stay so much that we've already made tentative plans to return in the spring. 10/10!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely chalet in the woods
Our family have a wonderful time staying in the chalet. We explored the woods with our young children. The house is stocked with essentials along with fun surprises, like toys for the kids. The beds were very comfortable and the chalet is clean, bright, and fun. We would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
My wife, I and our dog have stayed here for several years in a row. We love the location, privacy and the house. Everything you need is provided for you and close to all locations.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Great house. Great location. Will book again
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing weekend getaway!
Super comfy, well-outfitted, and beautiful spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
comfortable home with a beautiful view
i spent the weekend here with a college friend -- we had such a lovely time. the house was clean, the view is wonderful, and we went hiking nearby. would definitely recommend this home, and would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, comfortable house!
Four ladies spending a quiet weekend quilting. Except for walks, never left the property. Plan on cooking as the nearest restaurant is a ways away!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Laura Kolb

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My husband and I built this house ten years ago. Much of the finishing materials and many of the fixtures were recycled from many NYC condo renovations since we are in the construction business. The house is a work in progress- this year we plan to work the grounds with blueberry bushes and more trails through the forest along the creek.

Why they chose this property

The best part about this location is the quiet peaceful location. It is near the country towns ('hilltowns') where there are many small farms and artisans. And it is in the Berkshires with all the cultural activities they have to offer. We find it is an oasis for our family compared to the city life we lead. Now that our daughters are grown, I find it was helpful for them to have known a different style of life our life Brooklyn.

What makes this property unique

My first idea about building this house was it would be similar to camping in comfort.
The timber frame of the house was designed and built by a Swiss Company in British Columbia, Canada. The timbers are from douglas fir trees. At the time it was one of 3 built with the same design. The same company also built many Chalets in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

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