Place, Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum
3 min drive
Wyndhurst Golf & Club
Place, Wyndhurst Golf & Club
3 min drive
Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
44 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
5 STAR CASUAL ELEGANCE for 5 STAR GUESTS
HYDRANGEA HILL - It doesn't get much better than this for style and proximity. Hydrangea Hill (circa, 1898) is located on a quiet street less than a half-mile walking distance to downtown Lenox, and only two miles to Tanglewood's main entrance. The yard offers a garden atmosphere with a lightly wooded wetland area on the back and side. You'll recognize it immediately by the white picket fence curving around the front as the brick walkway leads you to the front door. The house features three bedrooms, each with quality linens and mattresses; one with twin beds, one with a queen bed, and a master suite with a king bed. You'll love the master bathroom, which features a Carrara marble top, double vanity, and large walk-in glass and tile shower with a spa bench. Without a doubt, the best feature in the house is the large open living space and fully equipped modern kitchen with all you need for a family gathering or for cooking an intimate gourmet meal. The farmhouse style table is 10 feet long and easily seats ten-twelve individuals. For movies at home or sports followers, you'll love the Samsung 65” Crystal Ultra High Definition TV and of course, WiFi throughout the house. On chilly winter nights, get cozy in front of an electric fireplace that offers both heat and ambiance. Other amenities include, a guest bath upstairs near bedrooms, a half bath on the main floor with laundry facilities, and an enlarged paved patio with (weather permitting) comfortable wicker outdoor seating, propane fire pit, and propane grill. You'll love the Berkshires and all that Hydrangea Hill has to offer. If Hydrangea Hill had a motto, it would be "Veni, Relaxant, Fruere", Latin for "Come, Relax, Enjoy" ** Located nearby, The Mount, the historic home of author Edith Wharton, was mentioned in USA Today’s Ten Best Readers’ Choice travel awards for holiday historic home tours!
I invite you to immerse yourself in a Berkshire winter wonderland like no other. Picture cozy nights inside with an electric fireplace, outside snow-covered trails perfect for skiing, and the enchanting glow of holiday lights against the crisp night air. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or prefer a more tranquil winter experience, Lenox has it all. Explore miles of pristine downhill slopes at nearby ski resorts or enjoy peaceful cross-country skiing through the scenic trails that wind through Kennedy Park, only minutes away from Hydrangea Hill. With something for every type of winter traveler, Lenox is the ultimate destination for a cozy winter getaway. Embrace the timeless beauty and historic charm of Lenox — a serene winter escape that promises unforgettable moments.
Please Note: If I’m not in residence, JULY & AUGUST EACH HAVE A 31 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY. Additionally, in event of a any cancellation that results in a 50% or 0% refund, and another guest rents for any or all of the same time frame, at my discretion, I will try to reimburse any duplicate monies already received.]
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Family/ Friends small gatherings are welcomed.
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on property.
* PLEASE NOTE: Your purchased insurance covers any damage to the property during your stay. Please let owner know; he will deal with the ins. carrier
For long-term visits, my cleaning crew will be allowed to clean the house on a weekly, or every other week basis.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Family/ Friends small gatherings are welcomed.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Lenox
Located in Lenox, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. National Shrine of the Divine Mercy and Lenox Library are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Guido's Marketplace and Lee Premium Outlets. The Bookstore and Berkshire Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
Is 5 STAR CASUAL ELEGANCE for 5 STAR GUESTS pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 5 STAR CASUAL ELEGANCE for 5 STAR GUESTS?
As of 12 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 STAR CASUAL ELEGANCE for 5 STAR GUESTS on 28 Apr, 2026 start from S$399, 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 at 5 STAR CASUAL ELEGANCE for 5 STAR GUESTS?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 5 STAR CASUAL ELEGANCE for 5 STAR GUESTS?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5 STAR CASUAL ELEGANCE for 5 STAR GUESTS?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 5 STAR CASUAL ELEGANCE for 5 STAR GUESTS located?
Located in the heart of Lenox, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of The Bookstore and Lenox Library. Berkshire Performing Arts Center and Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The Lenox home in Taconic Ave was an excellent place for our family. It was cozy and fully equipped, had a perfect balance of authentic and modern and Alan was a great host/owner with all the support and explanations one needs to feel immediately like a welcomed guest.
We had a lovely time at Hydrangea Hill! The holiday decorations made the place feel so warm and festive. The house is well stocked with pantry items and towels, and the location is excellent; close to town and on a a picturesque street. The hosts were clear and communicative as well. Great experience overall.
Zainub R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2026
Thanks for the lovely review Zainub. It was a pleasure to have you all as guests. Alan
The property was even better than pictured. Lovely home with well appointed kitchen, modern bathrooms, beautiful furniture, and in a quiet and convenient part of town. The owner provided us with an extensive manual of the house and was extremely communicative throughout the pre stay. We would definitely rent this home again!
Joseph B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec, 2025
Thank you Joe for the review. December is a wonderful month to see and enjoy all the Berkshire communities and so happy you and your party enjoyed. Be well, Alan
An impromptu Mother/Daughter long weekend getaway in the Berkshires...lots of snow, great food, and places to visit, but our favorite spot to be was at "home" in this beautiful 5 star house. The loveliest host, a home full of beautifully curated spaces that made you feel like you could move in! The most comfortable furniture for relaxing, the very best beds for rest and a kitchen that had everything you could possibly need. We wished we could have stayed longer and can't wait to visit again. You can tell great thought and care went into creating this house on the hill, and we most definitely felt "at home". What a gem. Many, many thanks, Alan! Sue and Emily
Every detail of hospitality was considered here - it was the nicest VRBO experience we’ve had anywhere, ever!
Rachel L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2024
What a nice review to read, Rachel, thank you so much. I love it when guests love their stay as much as I do when in residence. I appreciate your enthusiasm. Best, Alan
Hi Jonathan…attending Berkshires weddings is always fun and I’m glad you chose Hydrangea Hill to stay during your visit. Thank you for the review. Best, Alan
We stayed with friends over a (rainy) long weekend and were very comfortable. The house was furnished and decorated beautifully, had state of the art appliances and very high quality dishes, glassware, pots & pans, etc. We were delighted with our stay.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May, 2025
Thank you Nina for your review. Can’t control the weather, but very happy you were comfortable and enjoyed your stay at Hydrangea Hill.
We enjoyed our stay. The house was as advertized and well taken-care off, and the owner was very proactive and supportive. Easy walk to downtown Lenox, and lots of other Berkshire cultural and leisure opportunities within a short drive.
Roeland V.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2022
Thank you R. for the kind review and very happy you and the family relaxed and enjoyed the Berkshires. Best, Alan
Great property, well equipped with everything you need. Quiet and cure neighborhood, walkable to downtown Lenox. Great weekend stay!
Tamsin G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov, 2022
Thank you Tasmin. My goal is always to make sure the house is supplied just I would want it as a guest in someone else's home. Best, Alan
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael W.
3 Mar, 2018
Wonderful stay at Hydrangea Hill
The home is wonderfully appointed and beautifully maintained. It is very conveniently located near the Lenox town center and ski areas (Bousquet, Butternut, Jiminy), as well as too many great restaurants to try during our short stay. A very relaxing visit, we hope to come again soon!
Michael W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thank you Michael for the review and very kind words. “Relaxing” is one of the feelings I want my guests to experience so reading that makes me happy. Hope to write “welcome back” sometime in the future.
Incredible house walkable to the town of Lenox. Truly perfect!
Lawrence L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thank you Lawrence! I’m very happy you and yours had a great “Berkshire” experience and you have joined the Hydrangea Hill family of guests.
Alan
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marco & Courtney H.
9 Sept, 2018
Perfectly appointed home, lovely stay
The house was just like the pictures, classic, comfortable, and had everything one could need. An excellent location as well. Thank you!
Marco & Courtney H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thank you Courtney for your kind and warm words. I would love to have you and yours visit Hydrangea House sometime again in the future. Happy travels, Alan
Wonderful location and house!! Alan couldn’t be more welcoming and helpful! Loved our time at Alan’s home!!!
Linda O.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2021
Thank you Linda. You had perfect weather for your son’s wedding and I’m happy you had such a good time with the bride’s family at dinner here at Hydrangea Hill. I love my table that can seat 10-12. Lots of smiles and laughs that get absorbed in my home. If ever back in the Berkshires, let me know and I’ll keep the lights on for you! Alan
Such a nice, cozy home! Plenty of room for family and very comfortable beds Extremely well stocked from kitchen amenities to extra bedding and towels. Host was great at communication and very helpful. House was in nice area and walkable to shops and restaurants .We’ve stayed at several VRBOs over the years and this one was one of the most comfortable. I would recommend to others.
erika m.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2025
Thank you Erika for your very nice review. I was very happy you chose to bring in the new year at my home and that you were so comfortable. That is one of my goals, hoping guests will be comfortable. Then next time the Berkshire siren calls, I hope you will return. Be well and Happy New Year. Alan
We had an incredible weekend at your home for a family wedding at The Mount. The house is so beautiful, very clean, great location. We would stay again and have already recommended it to other family and friends.
Judy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2023
Thanks Judy and I am happy everyone enjoyed the wedding at the Mount, and your stay at Hydrangea Hill. Till the next time…😊
This is a beautiful house in a great location. Perfect for all ages. Beautiful linens, gorgeous kitchen with all the extras. Can’t wait to go back!!
tracey a.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2023
Thank you Tracey for your kind words. I am so happy you and your friends had a great reunion in the Berkshires. I'll keep the lights on whenever the urge to return comes again. Best, Alan
Perfect home to celebrate a a friend's fiftieth birthday. Minutes from restaurants in Lenox, and yoga, hiking and mediation and Kripalu. The home was lovely!! We wish we could have spent more time there!
Alan was wonderful to rent from. He is communicative, responsive and helpful. The house was charming and designed thoughtfully for guests in mind. The beds were super comfortable! The house is 5 minutes from Lenox, which makes going to town so easy. We had some inclement weather, and Alan was gracious and kind, offering us to stay an extra night until it was safe to return home.I highly recommend this getaway!
Lisa N.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar, 2025
Thank you so much Lisa for your wonderful review. Before passing, my wife always want to share the house with guests so that more people could share the happy place known as Hydrangea Hill. You and yours are prime examples of her wishes. Thanks again and let me know whenever the Berkshire sirens harken you all back once again.
The home is beautifully maintained, super comfortable and roomy for a family, and within walking distance to downtown Lenox. We had a wonderful time celebrating my daughter's 30th birthday. The kitchen is well stocked and a joy for a good cook. The owner has thought of every detail, and is very accessible and helpful. We will definitely be back in the summer.
Deborah M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan, 2025
Hi Deborah, thank you for your lovely review. So happy to hear abiut your daughter’s 30th birthday celebration! I’d love to have you back whenever the Berkshire siren calls again. Best, Alan
Hydrangea Hill is a home away from home. And Alan does everything possible to always make it feel that way. Wonderful property and host!
Ellen C.
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2021
Thank you Ellen for the wonderful review and for just completing your fifth stay at Hydrangea Hill. It is guests like you that fill my heart with joy with the knowledge that my late wife's wish to share in our good fortune to be able spend time in the Berkshires has become such a positive reality. Hydrangea Hill"s lights will always be on for your future visits! Alan
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ellen C.
15 Oct, 2016
Our Berkshire home away from home!
This is our second visit to Hydrangea Hill because we so loved the comfort, style and cozy atmosphere of this wonderful home. It's the perfect walking distance to Lenox. And Alan, the owner, has maintained it beautifully. You'll feel like a welcome guest in every way.
Ellen C.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thank you E. for your review. My goal is to help ensure that all my guests enjoy the their visit to Hydrangea Hill. And there's nothing like return guests such as yourself. Looking forward to hearing from you again in the future. Alan
About the host
Hosted by Alan G Billingsley
For nearly twenty-five years I worked for the State Legislature (Assembly) in Albany, NY. Every chance I had I would visit the beautiful Berkshires and participate in all the area had to offer. After moving to Florida twenty years ago, and spending portions of each summer in the Berkshires, my wife and I agreed how lovely it would be to own a home there and both use it ourselves and share it with people who also loved the area.
Why they chose this property
My wife spent a week in April 2013 looking at every house for sale in the area, and after seeing Hydrangea Hill, knew this was the house she wanted. Most of the end of that year and a good portion of 2014 was spent transforming the house into the home she envisioned. Hydrangea Hill was born. Unfortunately due to a catastrophic illness, she passed away not actually getting to spend a summer and fall in the house, but she did see it completed and for a brief period, participated in very happy gatherings of friends and family at the house. I want to fulfill her wish to share our good fortune by offering the premises to individuals, couples and families where they could feel like our guests, not renters. If I had a motto for Hydrangea Hill, it would be...”Come, Relax, Enjoy!” P.S. All the animal pictures downstairs and bird pictures in one of the guest bedrooms, were taken by my wife while on an African safari in 2008.
What makes this property unique
Travel & Leisure magazine featured 21 best places in the country to see fall foliage. Coming in at #9 is Lenox. Yankee Magazine's article, "15 Prettiest Winter Villages in New England" begins with Lenox. "Set in the bucolic Berkshire hills, this walking village is renowned for it's architecturally-diverse churches, farm-to-table restaurants, and high-end boutiques selling art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, and crafts." Hydrangea Hill is a short walking distance to downtown Lenox;, five minute car ride to Tanglewood Music Festival and Shakespeare & Company; easily accessible to Jacobs Pillow Dance Festival, Berkshire Bach Society, Berkshire Theater Group, Mac-Haydn Theater, Mass MoCA, Williamstown Theatre Festival, Arrowhead, the home of Herman Melville, Chesterwood, home of sculpture artist Daniel Chester French, Norman Rockwell Museum, The Mount, home to Edith Wharton, poet William Cullen Bryant's Homestead, the Berkshire Botanical Garden, The Clark Art Institute, Susan B Anthony Birthplace Museum, and the annual Norman Rockwell Festival in Stockbridge and tree lighting ceremony in Lenox the first weekend of every December . Family fun! http://www.berkshireeagle.com/detail.html?sub_id=491208