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The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 41100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Sheffield, MA
    Ashley House
    2 min drive
    Magnolia Bluffs Casino
    10 min drive
    Campbell Falls State Park
    18 min drive
    Great Barrington, MA (GBR-Walter J. Koladza)
    18 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

Primary Bedroom

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite Bathroom

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

Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
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About this property

The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage

Welcome to The Blue Elm - a cozy and historic Berkshire getaway located in Ashley Falls, MA.

Set on 3.5 tranquil acres, the cottage ties into an early 19th century barn and is nestled amongst old growth maple trees.

Enjoy this peaceful and convenient Berkshire location - only 15 minute drive to Catamount Ski Area, 17 minutes drive to Ski Butternut, Great Barrington and points north, and 5 minutes drive to Canaan, CT and points south.

The Space

A private mudroom entrance steps you down into an open Dining and Living Room, complete with coffee bar and Queen sized sleeper sofa. From there one steps up into the well equipped kitchen with induction cooktop and custom open wood slab shelving, as well as a convenient 1/2 bathroom.

Enjoy outdoor meals and relaxation on the large vaulted screened room with access to the back yard.

At the end of your day step up into the vaulted King bedroom suite with generous closet space and bespoke lighting. Relax and unwind in the custom walk-in shower with wall-to-wall marble salvaged from a NYC skyscraper!

Amenity Highlights include:

✔ Off street parking for two vehicles

✔ Private Entrance

✔ Numerous reclaimed accents, furniture and materials, including:

♥♥ Reclaimed church pews from Berkshire and Columbia Counties

♥♥ Reclaimed beams from a historic Canadian barn

♥♥ Custom wood shelving salvaged from our 1826 farm house
and other mid-19th century homes

♥♥ Salvaged Cipollino marble from the Daily News Building in NYC

✔ Bespoke reproduction MCM lighting in the Living and Dining Areas

✔ Direct access to the Ashley Falls Wood hiking and walking trails

✔ Only a minutes drive to Bartholomew's Cobble Reservation, a 329-acre
National Natural Landmark

✔ Enjoy wild black berries that grow along our property in the summer
months

✔ Only a minutes drive to the historic Ashley House - the birthplace of the
Sheffield Resolves, a direct precursor to the United States Constitution,
AND the former home of Elizabeth 'Mumbet" Freeman, the first slave to
win a legal battle for her freedom in the state of Massachusetts!

✔ Lovely in-town walks amongst beautiful 18th-19th century
residential architecture

✔ Festive holiday atmosphere throughout the year, including:

♥♥ A beautiful Memorial Day parade and ceremony at the historic Ashley
Falls Burial Ground

♥♥ A sought-after tree lighting ceremony each December with the tallest
illuminated tree in Berkshire County!

Guest Access

Guests have access to clearly marked parking spaces in our shared driveway, along with full access to the 3.5 acres surrounding our home.

Other things to note

Private architecture and sketch tours of nearby Great Barrington are available upon request. Please message Nick when booking The Blue Elm for more details.

Property manager

Nicholas Greene
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Air conditioning
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
Property Registration Number c1226575900

About the area

Ashley Falls

Located in Ashley Falls, this cottage is in a rural area. Land of Nod Vineyard and Winery and Umpachene Falls Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Riga State Park and Campbell Falls State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sheffield, MA

What's nearby

  • Ashley House - 2 min drive
  • Magnolia Bluffs Casino - 10 min drive
  • Catamount Ski Area - 20 min drive
  • Lime Rock Park - 20 min drive
  • Ski Butternut - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Caddie Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Industry Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Picante S - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Frog - ‬8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Berkshires Getaway
Beautifully kept, quaint little space - perfect for a relaxing getaway with a small family/friend group or two couples. Very private even though it was in back of the owners' property. The space was thoughtfully arranged and had one of the most in-depth guides to the property and surrounding areas we've ever seen! Nick and Tiffany were great hosts - I would be surprised if they didn't work in hospitality. I would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Blue Elm
Everything was great...and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway at The Blue Elm
The Blue Elm was a perfect landing place for exploring the Berkshires for a few days. We were looking for somewhere peaceful, comfortable, and clean; Nick and Tiffany’s cottage delivered on all accounts. It was exceptionally clean; we’re the kinds of people who do an extra round of cleaning when checking into a hotel or rental and it was apparent that the surfaces of this home were legitimately cleaned prior to our arrival. The screened-in porch was lovely for unwinding and having a snack. The kitchen, though small, was thoughtfully appointed with the essentials, including properly sharpened knives! Thoughtful touches throughout, including benches in all the right places, large pump bottles of quality soaps, shampoos, etc., and plenty of reading material. The welcome binder wasn’t just a generic list of places in the area, but rather a list of hand-picked favorites complete with the reasons why Nick and Tiffany included them on the list. This property has the attention and care of someone’s personal home, just without the shared spaces. All of these details, combined with Nick’s professional attentiveness, helped make this a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous rental
If I could have given it more than 5 stars I would have. Beautiful, quiet area and the place is stunning. The gas fireplace in the dining area was great, has pretty much everything you could need and incredibly stylish (the retro fridge and microwave were very cool). Can’t speak to the pullout but the king in the master might have been the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in and the double shower is awesome. The hosts were friendly and responsive. Went to hike and the number of trails within 30 minutes was great, plus the Cinema 18 minutes away in Great Barrington came in handy on the day of biblical rain. Could not recommend this property more. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful escape with architectural treasures
From booking to check out we had an excellent experience. Nick and Tiffany were attentive and responsive hosts. The house/barn was clean, thoughtfully decorated and comfortable. It had everything we needed. The shower was exceptional, bed was comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. The welcome book was filled with helpful information including restaurant recommendations and area activities. We would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Nicholas Greene

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We both grew up in the Berkshires and are so happy to call this beautiful place home and raise our family here. Tiffany works in early child intervention and therapy and Nick as an architectural designer.

Having family lineages in the area for nearly 150 years, we love showing frequent visitors and newcomers alike all the Berkshires has to offer!

Why they chose this property

Ashley Falls, MA is a true gem in the Berkshires. Located at the very southern tip of the county, the village falls within the greater Sheffield township. Founded in the 1730's by wealthy landowner and industrialist John Ashley, the town is a beautiful showcase of later 18th and 19th century residential architecture.

We love living here as Ashley Falls truly retains its "village" feel. Our kids love biking up and down the main street and spending time with friends. The history, architecture and natural beauty of the place is one-of-a-kind.

What makes this property unique

Our property dates to 1826, and the main house was, from 1906 - 1926 the Post Office in the village.

The Blue Elm is a "modern-meets-historical" cottage. Tying directly into our antique Civil War era barn, the space includes modern amenities with beautiful historic accents. These include marble salvaged from the Daily News Building in NYC, original barn post and beam framing and reclaimed furniture from local area churches and establishments.

Privacy also abounds at the Blue Elm, as our guests enjoy a private entrance and view to our 3.5 acres of land with old growth maple trees.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests