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2 bedroom Riverhouse in the Heart of the Berkshires! Summer & winter coziness!

Waterfront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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The Riverhouse in Housatonic, MA. Your front door to the private upstairs apt.
Yor private entry is the black/green door at front of the house.
Your private entrance to upstairs apartment.
The Riverhouse with Monument Mountain.
Open floor plan with adjoining 2nd bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Great Barrington, MA
  • Place, Norman Rockwell Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ski Butternut
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, National Shrine of the Divine Mercy
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2 bedroom Riverhouse in the Heart of the Berkshires! Summer & winter coziness!

Located between the villages of Stockbridge, Housatonic and Great Barrington. Most unique Riverhouse property located on the bank of Rising Pond of the Housatonic River.

Built around 1860, the Riverhouse has been updated and outfitted for modern-day convenience but retains its charm and unique appeal. From original painted-board floors and claw-foot bathtub with shower to modern amenities this property offers spectacular views of foliage and wildlife from the deck, picture window and bathroom of this upstairs artist’s aerie, filled with original art by local artists.

The only house located directly on the banks of Rising Pond of the Housatonic River, it offers spectacular views of fall foliage and wildlife and makes for an authentic Berkshires experience. Spectacular sunsets every night. Easy access from the bank of the property for small boating and sculling. Located in the heart of the Berkshires; the Appalachian Trail, Tanglewood, Shakespeare and Co., the Rockwell Museum, Chesterwood, summer stock theater, music, and dance are all just minutes away. Easy access to Butternut Ski 5 miles and Catamount 12 miles. Fully equipped kitchen with all cooking utensils and serving dishes make eating on the deck and entertaining a delight. Walking distance (1/4 mile) to the fabulous Berkshire Mountain Bakery with delicious french pastries and bread for your morning coffee and take away pizzas for easy meals. Taft Organic Farms is 1.25 miles down the road for delicious local products, produce, sandwiches, farm animals and more.

The open floor plan and lovely views make this efficient upstairs apartment seem much larger than it’s 650 square feet. The two private bedrooms include a king bed that can be made into twins in the first and a queen-size bed in the second. The large bathroom features an antique full-size claw foot bathtub (with shower) that gives out to a incredible view as you soak! Full laundry facilities available. Kayak and small boat access from from river bank. Bring your boat! Parking for two cars. There are 13 steep stairs to the apartment and the claw foot tub is tall. This apartment is NOT ACCESSIBLE.

Smithsonian Magazine has voted Great Barrington one of America's 20 Best Small Towns! Find out for yourself...a hidden gem. So many wonderful things to do and things to eat in the immediate area...

https://www.thrillist.com/travel/new-york/things-to-do-in-the-berkshires-massachusetts

Feel free to contact me directly for information and reduced rates for extended stays by way of "Ask Owner a Question" located under "Request to Book" where you can find my email address.

High summer season rates: $200/night 7 night min.
$1400/week
Low season (September-end May): $175/night.

Rate changes for some holidays to $200. See calendar.
Leaf peeping, Christmas, New Years: $200/night (3 night min); $1225/week.
Inquire about longer term rates ((monthly).
$120 cleaning fee
$500 refundable security deposit

No refunds for cancelling unless we are able to re-book the dates. Guests reserve months in advance for high season and we lose many opportunities to book when we take your dates off the calendar. We hope you can understand our position.

Please check out our sister property:
VRBO#759695
The Blue House on the Bend
3 bedrooms/2 baths on a beautiful bend of the Housatonic river! Sleeps 5
Another fully-equipped, beautiful property that will easily accommodate 5 more if you are traveling with a larger group and need more space and/or more privacy.


Keywords: Stockbridge, Housatonic, River house, Great Barrington, Housatonic, upstairs apartment, spectacular view, 2 bedrooms, Tanglewood, Berkshires, unique property, river view, water view, sleeps 4, full kitchen, Butternut, Catamount, Kripalu, Charcoal grill, sunset view
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Note: Near a road and 2nd floor deck.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking allowed on the property.
We request quiet hours between 10pm-8am as there might be other guests in the downstairs unit below. Thank you for your consideration!
This is not an handicap accessible property. Stairs and a tall claw foot bathtub may not be a good fit for persons with mobility issues.
Children must be supervised at all times outside. Property is located very close to the road and immediately on the river banks.

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 500 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Property Registration Number C0194551130

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Great Barrington

Located in Great Barrington, this apartment is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Tanglewood Music Center and Art et Industrie are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Chesterwood and Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. Berkshire Botanical Garden and Hoffman's Pottery are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Great Barrington, MA

What's nearby

  • Norman Rockwell Museum - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Housatonic River Walk - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Ski Butternut - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 12 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 30 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Lion Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stockbridge Coffee And Tea - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Marketplace Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 bedroom Riverhouse in the Heart of the Berkshires! Summer & winter coziness! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 bedroom Riverhouse in the Heart of the Berkshires! Summer & winter coziness!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 bedroom Riverhouse in the Heart of the Berkshires! Summer & winter coziness!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 bedroom Riverhouse in the Heart of the Berkshires! Summer & winter coziness! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Housatonic River and Art et Industrie. Monument Mountain Reservation and Monument Mountain are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bee

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We live in Dallas, Texas but spend half the year in the Berkshires (summer and fall!) now that Chris is recently retired.

Why they chose this property

Have you seen the pictures?! This is a very special property with the most spectacular 24/7 year-round views of foliage and wildlife. The only house located directly on the banks of Rising Pond, my mother in law bought and saved this house from falling down 18 years ago. We acquired it 13 years ago and do not consider it just another rental property. It is our home and we maintain it with love and care.

What makes this property unique

Conveniently located.
Quintessential Berkshire experience.
Beautiful views.
Very private.

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English