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Family Home With Big Yard On The Hill, Short Walk To Downtown And Lake Mansfield

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Exterior
Screened in front porch with grill, dining table and sitting area
Screened in front porch with grill, dining table and sitting area.
Living room with Smart TV
dining room - connects to the living room and play room and stairway to 2nd fl

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102109.7 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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Great Barrington, MA
  • Place, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Housatonic River Walk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Housatonic River
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Futons

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family Home With Big Yard On The Hill, Short Walk To Downtown And Lake Mansfield

Spread out in this spacious family home. The first floor has an easy flow from room to room and includes a sunny eat-in-kitchen with sit-down table and breakfast bar where family and friends have plenty of room to gather while meals are being prepared, a living room with TV/DVD player and basic cable, a dining room that seats 8+ and has a piano, and a family room with a cozy wrap-around couch. There is a half bathroom on the first floor. Enter the first floor through a large mud room with washer and dryer from the back side of the house or the comfortable front porch where you can grill on the gas grill and eat outdoors on the outdoor table that seats 8. From the dining room you can head up the stairs to the four bedrooms which share a full bathroom with a double sink. Two bedrooms have king beds, one bedroom has two full beds and one has one full bed. Each bedroom has three large windows to let in the sun and provides views of the lovely Castle Hill neighborhood. Several windows offer mountain views over the neighbors' roof tops. The house features large front, side and back yards for an in town property - great for relaxing in the lawn furniture or playing outdoors. The large paved driveway provides plenty of parking or a great place for kids to bounce a ball or ride bikes. Excellent high speed Internet available through WiFI. Window AC for bedrooms. Both bathrooms have been recently updated.

This location is one of the best in the southern Berkshires for a summer rental - just a few blocks from down town or Lake Mansfield and convenient drive to Stockbridge, Tanglewood, the Norman Rockwell Museum and other area attractions.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Safety locks on upstairs windows must be locked.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
All pets must be approved in writing by owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Fireplaces and wood stove may not be used under any circumstances.
Homeowners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occur while on the premises.
The attached rental agreement includes policies to which you agree by completing this reservation.

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
Property Registration Number C0243231130

About the neighborhood

Great Barrington

Located in Great Barrington, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. Tanglewood Music Center and Great Barrington Historical Society & Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include National Shrine of the Divine Mercy and Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. Lenox Arts Center and Berkshire Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Great Barrington, MA

What's nearby

  • Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Housatonic River Walk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Housatonic River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lake Mansfield Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Great Barrington Historical Society & Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 36 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café Holli - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Café Rena - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Home With Big Yard On The Hill, Short Walk To Downtown And Lake Mansfield pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Family Home With Big Yard On The Hill, Short Walk To Downtown And Lake Mansfield?

As of Apr 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Home With Big Yard On The Hill, Short Walk To Downtown And Lake Mansfield on Jun 19, 2025 start from $400, 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 Family Home With Big Yard On The Hill, Short Walk To Downtown And Lake Mansfield?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Home With Big Yard On The Hill, Short Walk To Downtown And Lake Mansfield?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Home With Big Yard On The Hill, Short Walk To Downtown And Lake Mansfield located?

Located in the heart of Great Barrington, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, Housatonic River Walk, and Housatonic River. Lake Mansfield Park and Great Barrington Historical Society & Museum 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. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Amazing stay in Great Barrington!

Jessica's house is wonderful! It's spacious and very well-designed. We had everything we needed and the location was perfect for us -- a short walk to the lake and Main Street. It felt like a home away from home. We look forward to coming back next summer! I should also mention that Jessica was very quick to respond to any questions we had and a pleasure to communicate with.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Awesome stay

The property owner, Jess, was great to work with. She was quick to respond to my questions and was very accommodating to them. Her home is very spacious and was well equipped with everything we needed for our stay and is in a nice, quiet neighborhood. Thanks for providing us with an awesome stay!!! Bob
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

Great Barrington

An older home with all the amenities we needed. Comfortable beds. A fun location for kids as there is a very organized “wall of toys”. A great neighborhood and close to downtown Great Barrington and Lake Mansfield for walks and swimming. I had one question about the internet and the owner got back to me immediately.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

Perfect Vacation

We spent a great two weeks in this extremely comfortable family home in August 2024. It had a fenced in yard that was perfect for our dog Willow.. it was located in close proximity to Lake Mansfield and Great Barrington. The house was fully equipped and had AC throughout the house. Jess was easy to contact and promptly addressed all of our questions/concerns..
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

110%

Extremely comfortable for small children, dog, adults. House is just perfect, well furnished with sturdy furniture, comfortable beds. We hope to return.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Slava S.

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

Excelent vacation

We truly enjoyed our stay. Great library for kids, plenty of crafts, and games. Reliable internet. Gas stove and plenty of kitchen supplies. Accommodating host. Walking distance to the lake and Main street. Perfect location to explore Berkshires.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gunnar A.

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

Lovely large house, very considerate owner

My wife and I we enjoyed staying in such a comfortable, well stocked house. It is a pleasure to be able to walk into town. When a minor medical problem arouse that made us change some of our plans, Jessica was very considerate and accommodating - Thanks so much!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jack h.

Fantastic location and great property!

My kids loved biking to the lake every day and I loved being able to walk to town for dinner. The house was very comfortable and perfect size. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elsie S.

Great house

Lovely comfortable house in walking distance of town. Great books for kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

If you have kids, stay here!

I knew this house was going to be ‘kid friendly’ but I never could have dreamed how much so. We have 4 kids, 7 and under, they all found toys to play with and books to read. It was awesome to know when we weren’t out exploring the beautiful Berkshires the kids (and us!) could relax at the house and not worry about what the kids could get into next. The booking was easy and the house was in a great location and well stocked. We are dreaming of going back soon! Thanks for such a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Lovely Home in Great Barrington

My friends and I stayed at this home for two weeks. The house is located in a lovely neighborhood within walking distance to the lovely "downtown" area of Great Barrington. We found the house to be very clean, comfortable, and spacious. The kitchen had everything we needed and the sofas in the living rooms were very comfortable. The mattresses and pillows were excellent. Those with children will find many toys and games. There was plenty of parking and lovely grounds. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sean T.

Great for kids

Great four bedroom house for travelers with children. Large playroom in the living room has plenty of toys to keep young ones occupied, kitchen is well equipped and easy to use, reasonably close walk to Lake Mansfield and downtown GB, and gas grill/eat-in screen porch was equally helpful for cooking and hosting dinners. Hosts were responsive and price was quite reasonable for the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie K.

Excellent summer rental!

My family spent a week at this house this summer - it was perfect! When we first entered the house we knew it was going to be a good week - the house was filled with games, toys and books for children and adults of all ages. My young sons were in heaven! They also loved playing soccer on the lawn and basketball on the driveway. The screened-in porch was perfect for grilling in any weather and the well-stocked kitchen had plenty of seating for all guests. The AC and ceiling fans in the bedrooms made sleeping comfortable, and we appreciated the half-bath on the first floor. The owners were VERY responsive, and were able to help with anything we needed. Finally, it's a short walk to Mansfield lake and to the town of Great Barrington, so there's always something to do! Overall, we'd highly recommend this rental!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Martha L.

An excellent place for a vacation!

This is a spacious, comfortable home with all necessities provided. Ms. Speer-Holmes sent detailed instructions about where everything was, which made the place easy to use. She was gracious and answered the few questions I had quickly. The location, on the Hill in Great Barrington a short walk away from both downtown and Lake Mansfield, couldn't have been better. Anyone looking for a family-sized house in this part of the world will find this an excellent choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Bruce K.

Lovely place

Wonderful charm, exactly as advertised!
Archival

8/10 Good

Robert M.

Nice house and great location

Great location. Short walk to great barrington and Lake Manfield. House has well appointed kitchen and lots of room. Screened porch was a bonus. There was an occasional spider or two, but that could be expected given the rustic locale. Owner was kind, but was a little hard to reach at times. Overall a very good experience.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Great Home Within Easy Walking of Downtown

Terrific home and easy walking distance into town with great dining and shops. We had enough space to invite guests and to barbeque. Our hosts we're terrific and helped out whenever we needed. We hope to return next year.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dana A.

Wonderful home in quiet neighborhood with super-helpful owner

Our experience with this home was wonderful. Communicating with the owner was a breeze: she answered our questions in a timely and helpful manner. She went above and beyond getting the house ready for us, the first renters of the season. New air conditioners were purchased and installed prior to our arrival in addition to a brand new grill. Unfortunately, we didn't get a chance to use the grill. We did cook two amazing dinners at home in the tidy kitchen, with cheery begonias in the window. Plenty of pots, pans and kitchen essentials were easy to find. My friends and I spent most of our time at home in the comfortable living room but there is plenty of space for a whole family to spread out on the first floor with dining room and play room for the kids. The first floor common rooms were comfortable but basically a blank slate. This would be nice if we were staying the whole summer and brought our own decor, but for a short-term stay felt a little empty. We also enjoyed hanging out on the front screened porch while we ate our lunch or enjoyed a glass of wine. Upstairs, there are four large bedrooms with six comfortable beds and soft linens. Closets and dressers were completely empty and a large family or group could easily move right in for the whole season. The full bath on the second floor has a double sink and is well ventilated. It was not a problem sharing this common space with others. Both bathrooms have new fixtures and were very clean. All sinks had hand soap provided and there was shower gel in the tub: much appreciated. The windows throughout the house are new, open and close easily, and keep the house very comfortable. We ventured into Great Barrington several times, once on foot. It's an easy walk to Main Street via the stairs under the train tracks. Great shopping and restaurants in both directions. It's another easy walk up to Lake Mansfield and the adjacent trail through the woods, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Mainly we used the house as a home base to explore the Berkshires. We went to Tanglewood for a concert, hiked at Olivia's Overlook, shopped in Lenox, MA and Hudson, NY, had lunch and visited friends in West Stockbridge and even visited a overnight camp in case our kids want to come back for a summer without us! This home was perfectly located for all our needs and I would definitely consider staying at this house again with my whole family. Even the dog enjoyed it: great yard and the area stores are very dog-friendly.

About the host

Hosted by Jessica Speer-Holmes

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What makes this property unique

The house has enough space for friends and family to come together to enjoy one another's company. It has a great in town location where you can walk to town or the lake and visit with others walking around or retreat to your back yard and enjoy the peace and quiet.

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