10/10 Excellent
Kari L.
18 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kari L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Entire home
3-Bedroom Victorian home within walking distance of downtown Great Barrington.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Great Barrington, MA
- Place, Housatonic River5 min walk
- Place, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center10 min walk
- Place, Housatonic River Walk11 min walk
- Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)40 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Primary
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
3-Bedroom Victorian home within walking distance of downtown Great Barrington.
Higgins House: A 1920 Folk Victorian Retreat Close to the Town Center
Welcome to Higgins House, a beautifully restored Queen Anne Folk Victorian cottage built in 1920 and set 100 feet off the road in its own quiet, private setting. Located just a short stroll to downtown Great Barrington, Lake Mansfield, and Berkshire trailheads, this home blends historic charm with thoughtful, newly renovated comfort — the ideal retreat for families, couples, and culture-seekers alike.
Flooded with all-day sunlight and surrounded by mature trees, this Berkshire gem is designed for slow mornings, long dinners, and cozy evenings viewed through the lens of nature.
The Space
Higgins House honors its Folk Victorian roots with original clapboard siding, cedar shakes, and a charming enclosed porch — classic New England character softened by warm, modern interiors. Inside, intentional design choices, natural materials, and curated color palettes give the home its distinctive sense of place.
Farm Kitchen & Living Spaces
The heart of the home is the kitchen, featuring:
• A charming breakfast nook and farm-style island.
• A gas stove with range hood, microwave, and quiet dishwasher
• Sunlight pouring in from morning to afternoon
Beyond the kitchen sits a warm, relaxed dining room and a double parlor complete with comfortable sofas and accent chairs, and a large smart TV streaming access to all popular entertainment channels.
Multiple seating zones allow one group to watch TV while others play games or chat in the adjacent lounge — connected but not crowded.
Bedrooms (Sleeps 6 Comfortably)
Higgins House offers three spacious bedrooms, each with high-end memory foam mattresses, cotton sheets, down-alternative duvets, and four pillows per bed.
Bedroom 1 – Main Suite
• Queen bed (high-end memory foam)
• Streaming-enabled TV
Bedroom 2
• One queen bed
• 12-inch memory foam mattress
Bedroom 3
• One queen bed
• 12-inch memory foam mattress
The layout is ideal for families, multi-couple travel, small retreats, and visiting friends of the Berkshires.
Bathrooms
You’ll find 2.5 bathrooms, all newly renovated:
• Full Bathroom 1: Shower with excellent water pressure
• Full Bathroom 2: Shower/tub combo with rain shower head + handheld sprayer
• Half Bath: Conveniently located for shared living
Outdoor Living
Higgins House is designed for following sunlight throughout the day:
• Morning: Enjoy coffee in the front porch as the sun rises over East Mountain
• Afternoon: Move to patio to enjoy the beautifully designed goshen-stone patio
• Evening: Consider grilling outside and enjoying the quiet hillside
Unbeatable Location
Everything is at your fingertips:
• 10- minute walk to restaurants, cafés, and shops of downtown Great Barrington
• 5 minutes to Ski Butternut
• 15 minutes to Catamount
• 20 minutes to Tanglewood
• Short drive p to Lake Mansfield — swimming, a lifeguarded beach (seasonal), picnic areas, fishing, and a flat walking trail
Amenities
• Central heating
• Mini splits units in every bedroom, the living room, and kitchen
• Fast, reliable WiFi
• Laundry in basement with washer & dryer (detergent provided)
• White oak floors in living spaces; exposed wide pine floors and rugs in bedrooms
• Parking for up to 4 cars
• Luxury linens, towels, hairdryer, iron + ironing board
• Smart TV with atteamung apps
Everything is set up to help you relax from the moment you arrive.
Why Guests Love Higgins House
• A 1920s Queen Ann Victorian home with newly renovated comforts
• Peaceful hilltop setting with mountain and treetop views
• Walkable to town, swimming, dining, and hiking
• Perfect for families and groups seeking space, style, and serenity
• Designed with warmth, attention to detail, and an unmistakable Berkshire spirit
Welcome to Higgins House, a beautifully restored Queen Anne Folk Victorian cottage built in 1920 and set 100 feet off the road in its own quiet, private setting. Located just a short stroll to downtown Great Barrington, Lake Mansfield, and Berkshire trailheads, this home blends historic charm with thoughtful, newly renovated comfort — the ideal retreat for families, couples, and culture-seekers alike.
Flooded with all-day sunlight and surrounded by mature trees, this Berkshire gem is designed for slow mornings, long dinners, and cozy evenings viewed through the lens of nature.
The Space
Higgins House honors its Folk Victorian roots with original clapboard siding, cedar shakes, and a charming enclosed porch — classic New England character softened by warm, modern interiors. Inside, intentional design choices, natural materials, and curated color palettes give the home its distinctive sense of place.
Farm Kitchen & Living Spaces
The heart of the home is the kitchen, featuring:
• A charming breakfast nook and farm-style island.
• A gas stove with range hood, microwave, and quiet dishwasher
• Sunlight pouring in from morning to afternoon
Beyond the kitchen sits a warm, relaxed dining room and a double parlor complete with comfortable sofas and accent chairs, and a large smart TV streaming access to all popular entertainment channels.
Multiple seating zones allow one group to watch TV while others play games or chat in the adjacent lounge — connected but not crowded.
Bedrooms (Sleeps 6 Comfortably)
Higgins House offers three spacious bedrooms, each with high-end memory foam mattresses, cotton sheets, down-alternative duvets, and four pillows per bed.
Bedroom 1 – Main Suite
• Queen bed (high-end memory foam)
• Streaming-enabled TV
Bedroom 2
• One queen bed
• 12-inch memory foam mattress
Bedroom 3
• One queen bed
• 12-inch memory foam mattress
The layout is ideal for families, multi-couple travel, small retreats, and visiting friends of the Berkshires.
Bathrooms
You’ll find 2.5 bathrooms, all newly renovated:
• Full Bathroom 1: Shower with excellent water pressure
• Full Bathroom 2: Shower/tub combo with rain shower head + handheld sprayer
• Half Bath: Conveniently located for shared living
Outdoor Living
Higgins House is designed for following sunlight throughout the day:
• Morning: Enjoy coffee in the front porch as the sun rises over East Mountain
• Afternoon: Move to patio to enjoy the beautifully designed goshen-stone patio
• Evening: Consider grilling outside and enjoying the quiet hillside
Unbeatable Location
Everything is at your fingertips:
• 10- minute walk to restaurants, cafés, and shops of downtown Great Barrington
• 5 minutes to Ski Butternut
• 15 minutes to Catamount
• 20 minutes to Tanglewood
• Short drive p to Lake Mansfield — swimming, a lifeguarded beach (seasonal), picnic areas, fishing, and a flat walking trail
Amenities
• Central heating
• Mini splits units in every bedroom, the living room, and kitchen
• Fast, reliable WiFi
• Laundry in basement with washer & dryer (detergent provided)
• White oak floors in living spaces; exposed wide pine floors and rugs in bedrooms
• Parking for up to 4 cars
• Luxury linens, towels, hairdryer, iron + ironing board
• Smart TV with atteamung apps
Everything is set up to help you relax from the moment you arrive.
Why Guests Love Higgins House
• A 1920s Queen Ann Victorian home with newly renovated comforts
• Peaceful hilltop setting with mountain and treetop views
• Walkable to town, swimming, dining, and hiking
• Perfect for families and groups seeking space, style, and serenity
• Designed with warmth, attention to detail, and an unmistakable Berkshire spirit
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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
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
Property Registration Number C0559711130
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Great Barrington
Great Barrington is home to this holiday home. Tanglewood Music Center and Great Barrington Historical Society & Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center and W.E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite. Berkshire Botanical Garden and Hoffman's Pottery are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Great Barrington, MA
What's nearby
- Housatonic River - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Housatonic River Walk - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Lake Mansfield Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Ski Butternut - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cumberland Farms - 15 min walk
- Café Holli - 14 min walk
- Café Rena - 3 min drive
- Dunkin' - 17 min walk
- Pizza House - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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About the host
Hosted by Nelson Fernandez
While I am originally from NYC, I have been living in the Berkshires for the past five years with my two black labs, Ziggy and Chicho. I love sharing my home with friends, family, and guests and introducing them to everything the Berkshires has to offer — hiking and swimming in the summer, skiing in the winter, and music and theater year round. After a long career in corporate communications, I now work for a nonprofit that provides free healthcare to the uninsured and it is incredibly gratifying work. I speak Spanish and French and am always ready to welcome our guests in their native language. I also work very hard to make sure all guests feel that they are home away from home and am always open to hearing how I can make their next stay even better.
Why they chose this property
Higgins Street is a quiet side street on a hill that faces East Mountain. It is walking distance of everything Great Barrington has to offer including dining, the Mahaiwe theater, and the Food Coop, and a short drive to Mansfield Lake, Catamount, and Butternut for skiing. Because we’re on a side street, it is peaceful at night even though you are a walk away from Main Street.
What makes this property unique
This is a beautifully renovated 1920 Queen Ann folk Victorian with an absolutely beautiful patio and garden and an enclosed porch that adds to the comfort and charm of the house. The double parlor has been designed for style and comfort — lovely but not fussy — and the bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. The breakfast nook in the kitchen or the front porch are perfect for morning coffee. The house faces South and gets great quality light throughout the day.
Languages:
Spanish
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