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Peaceful Woodland Home in the Heart of the Berkshires

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A snow-covered wooden structure with a sloped roof, surrounded by dense, snow-laden trees.
A wooden deck with a round table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden railing, set in a forested area.
A cozy living room with a floral sofa, a television, a fireplace, and a large window with a view of trees.
A rustic cabin with a balcony, surrounded by trees and autumn leaves.
A living room with a television, fireplace, and a striped rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Housatonic River
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Glendale, MA
  • Place, Chesterwood
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Housatonic River
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Norman Rockwell Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Woodland Home in the Heart of the Berkshires

The Residence is a beautiful, secluded home in the Berkshire foothills. The 14-acre property includes hiking trails through the woods, a meadow, and a lovely babbling brook. Despite its secluded feel, the house just a short drive from many of the area's favorite attractions. The Residence provides a wonderful for base for enjoying all that the Berkshires have to offer, though guests may decide to spend much of their stay exploring the rustic beauty of the property itself.

The house gets beautiful sunlight and has a fireplace and a deck overlooking the woods. The property includes a separate ping pong room that guests may access.

The house is conveniently located near many of the area's attractions, including the shops and restaurants of Great Barrington and Lenox, Stockbridge’s famous Red Lion Inn, and Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The Chesterwood museum and gardens are only a half mile down the road, and the Norman Rockwell museum just slightly further. For those who want to swim, the Stockbridge Town Beach and the Stockbridge Bowl are a short drive away. Winter guests may want to visit nearby Butternut Ski Resort - or just stay on the property and sled down the driveway.

There is amble parking for two vehicles near the unit.

The rental apartment adjoins the caretaker's apartment (it shares a wall, but has a separate entrance.) As mentioned above, guests may also access the ping pong room and are encouraged to explore the extensive grounds.

There is a washer and dryer in the unit for your use.

Each of the bedrooms were recently upgraded with new mattresses.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Can smoke outside only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0187250870
Property # 422890vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

South Lee

Located in South Lee, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Chesterwood and Mission House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monument Mountain and Fairfield Brook WMA. Consider Roe Jan Brewing Co. for a night out or Berkshire Botanical Garden if you're travelling with kids. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Glendale, MA

What's nearby

  • Chesterwood - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Housatonic River - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Norman Rockwell Museum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 14 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 25 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Marketplace Kitchen Table - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Berkshire Mountain Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fresh City - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Woodland Home in the Heart of the Berkshires pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful Woodland Home in the Heart of the Berkshires?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Woodland Home in the Heart of the Berkshires?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Woodland Home in the Heart of the Berkshires?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Woodland Home in the Heart of the Berkshires located?

This family-friendly South Lee holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Chesterwood and Housatonic River. Berkshire Botanical Garden and Norman Rockwell Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Donna

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I, Donna, have the honor of serving as the host and caretaker of this amazing property! It is owned by a professional family with very strong ties and attachments to the Berkshires. The 'Residence' on Williamsville Road has been in their family for over 60 years. It's been that magical place where their extended family has lived, loved and grown. It's been that beautiful space where marriage proposals were accepted and where joyous weddings took place.

It's been their home to welcome the newest members of their family and where their children spent weekends and holidays delighting in their discoveries of a bird's nest, wild strawberries, or new deer prints in the snow.

It's been that fun treat where teenagers invited their city friends for swimming, skiing, and sleepovers. It's been the quiet retreat where sister-in-laws got to know one another better and where brothers bonded; that place where parents aged, where screenwriters wrote, where the academics of the family studied and researched, and where so many dreams started that ultimately changed the lives of others in so many ways.

This is their home. This is The Residence. This is the unique love and magic we can offer you as your 'Home-Away-from-Home' in the Berkshires.

Why they chose this property

The property (14 acres of pristine woods) is secluded and yet just minutes to everything. As your host, and caretaker of the property, I am here if you need me, and I will do whatever I am able to make your stay with us as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

What makes this property unique

The Residence is also a unique piece of Berkshire history. The first cabin on the property (across the driveway from the rental) was built 'by hand' by Gertrude Robinson Smith and her companion, two very feisty and spirited women who defied the conventions of their time. (The New York Times called the Residence 'a manless eden.')

In addition to founding the American Women's Association, raising funds for war relief, and championing independence for young women in New York City, Ms. Robinson Smith was a co-founder of Tanglewood, and the Residence actually served as the first ticket office for the music festival!! A rustic one-room cabin off the upper driveway of the property is there today as it was then, marked, simply, 'Office.'

The rental is spacious, comfortable and beautiful, and the grounds are well-kept and very peaceful.

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