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The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres

Find serenity among majestic mountains and tranquil ponds while exploring The Berkshires' vibrant culture scene.

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 301301 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres

The Freeman Berkshires sits on 40 acres of manicured landscape with a tennis court, a four-acre vineyard, a myriad of amenities and rolling views of a large pond on property and Mount Everett beyond. Whether you want to relax in the library, cuddle up in the lodge room, enjoy the artist's loft or snuggle up in front of one of the home's six fireplaces, you will find beautiful spaces to enjoy in groups or in solitude. 100% carbon neutral.

The property offers two dining rooms (including a fifteen foot custom dining table), a well equipped kitchen, herb and vegetable garden, fire pit and expansive multi-level blue stone patios and decks. A three car garage and loft is included.

We provide a long list of amenities, including a paddle board, four person metal row boat and kayak for the pond. For the kids big and small we offer a retro arcade, foosball table, ping-pong, board games, PS4 and a virtual reality gaming system. For outdoors you will find bocce, croquet, tennis and badminton equipment, large Jenga and more.
The Freeman Berkshires is an innovative social equity vehicle. Owned by 141 investors from Main Street and Wall Street through Shared Estates' equity crowdfunding model, the property is part of a transformation that levels the real estate investing playing field.
The Berkshires is one of the country's top cultural centers: Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (largest in the US), Kripalu (largest yoga center), Williams College (#1 Liberal Arts College in the US), Tanglewood, Shakespeare and Company, The Mount, Clark Art, Jacobs Pillow and more.
The Berkshires is also home to a variety of outdoor destinations: Bousquet, Butternut, Catamount (longest zip line in the USA) and Jiminy Peak.
One 90" TV in the lodge room for family movie nights. We provide the popcorn, biscotti, teas, cocoa, candy and more. A welcome basket of local goods and fresh cut flowers greet your party.
The Freeman Berkshires is named after local Elizabeth (Mumbet) Freeman - the first African American to sue and win her freedom under the Massachusetts constitution in 1781. You will find a variety of sculpture and original art installed in tribute to her story. The property donates 1% of net income to the Elizabeth Freeman Center, a 501c(3) that works to end cycles of domestic violence.
Owner's previous property was #1 on VRBO in the Berkshires, and was showcased on Netflix's "World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals" series.

Property manager

Daniel Dus

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Library
  • Netflix
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 14,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0332990900

Property is also known as

415160

About the neighborhood

Map
MA, Egremont

What's nearby

  • Catamount Ski Area - 10 min drive
  • Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center - 11 min drive
  • Housatonic River Walk - 12 min drive
  • Ski Butternut - 17 min drive
  • Bash Bish Falls State Park - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Great Barrington Bagel Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bogies Restaurant & Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪SoCo Creamery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fuel Coffee Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪GB eats - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres located?

This family-friendly Great Barrington villa is located on the waterfront, 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Jug End State Reservatio, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Thom Reed UFO Monument Park and Housatonic River. Catamount Ski Area and W.E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

Wonderful Place for Families
We had a great time at The Freeman! The little touches like fresh fruit and a welcome basket made it even more special for our family getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianne K.

Family reunion
Beautiful, spacious location to hold a family reunion! Everything was just as listed, exceeded expectations
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Wonderful place
We really enjoyed our stay. The place was beautiful and expansive. It was large enough to create privacy amongst multiple families. Really enjoyed all the different living areas. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach V., Melrose, MA

A quiet getaway for your closest 16 friends!
My friends and I spent 4 nights at the Freemont and had an amazing time. The place had so much to offer, we never felt cramped, and all got to eat at the same table together for every meal. It was a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyson T.

Unforgettable wedding week
The property was spotless and a perfect location to host our wedding. Managers were responsive to texts and helpful if there were any questions during our stay. We enjoyed a great few day that we will forever remember!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Amazing property
Our annual ski weekend was wonderful. The house was spacious, comfortable, and clean. Everyone had an amazing time. Ruth was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa A.

Great stay
House was great so much space and on an amazing property. There aren’t very many rooms which was listed but I must have missed but more than enough pull outs/beds for my group of 21. Everyone had a great time. Host was very quick to respond and extremely helpful. Overall wonderful stay and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

Idyllic Setting
The house and grounds are just wonderful! The layout is perfect for a large family gathering, with plenty of bedrooms (seven rather than the five indicated in the VRBO listing), a plethora of seating areas, a well equipped kitchen, and activities galore. The outdoor area is especially lovely, despite the imperfect condition of the cushions and on-site tennis court. I'm so glad we found this house for our vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

A Slice of Serenity
We've stayed in a lot of home rentals - and across the board - this was the best place ever. The home was clean, nicely decorated and super comfortable. The hosts were easy to get a hold of and incredibly welcoming, leaving us with a generous basket of local treats. We loved the peaceful outdoor space and roamed all 40 acres. The pond was beautiful and if it had only been warmer we'd have jumped in the rowboat. We will be back for sure. A++ Thank you, Anna!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Great Family Holiday
This was our second holiday vacation in this amazing house. We had 9 children and 8 adults and there was plenty of room. The grounds are spectacular with great outdoor seating around the fire pit. The house works beautifully for a large group, beds are all comfy. We definitely will rent this property again. Communication with the Property Manager Matt is excellent. He was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Amazing Wedding Venue
This home is absolutely stunning, it accommodated the whole wedding, party to stay there with us, rehearsal, dinner, and beautiful outdoor wedding. We had an wedding arbor with the mountain in the back ground, and the VRBO provided beautiful wooden benches for all guests to sit on. This home is fully stocked with everything you will need. Wish I could upload pictures.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam M., Boston, MA, USA

Love the Freeman
This was our second year for a family gathering. We love the privacy, the art, having our own pond! And the Black history that is highlighted Property manager responded to a few small issues promptly. It is a gorgeous and elegant place to vacation and t relax with lots of access to hiking, biking and the arts Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michellana J.

Berkshire Graduation/Family Reunion- Exceeded Expectations
So, I reached out to the property manager prior to check-in a number of times because of not-so-great house rental experiences in the past. BUT unnecessary-- as the Freeman Property EXCEEDED OUR EXPECTIONS. Fresh flowers and fruit on the tables, and a lovely welcome note and basket- that alone showed the care the owners take in welcoming guests. I was especially pleased that my father- wheelchair bound- was able to participate in family events (watching movies, playing games, meals, etc) and enjoy most of the house (ground level). Gorgeous welcoming spaces for all my family members- from cousins, my sons, brothers, SIL, niece, and nephew playing board and video games and spending time outside, on/near the water- to my aunts, uncles, and my parents (in their 70s) relaxing outside. What was most memorable: for all the lovely space the house provided, my family mostly gravitated to the kitchen, laughing and watching my aunts and mother "compete" in cooking their favorite dishes. We gathered for my son's graduation from Berkshire School (about 2 mi away) but staying at the property for the week was so much more for us-- it was a family reunion; an incredible opportunity for family from FL, TX, GA, NY, and CT to come together, share great food, and family stories. My family was extraordinarily grateful- staying together in the house was an experience we'll never forget. Highly recommend this property-- I hope we'll have the chance to stay at the Freeman again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Spacious and Well Appointed
Hi Daniel, We had a magical weekend at the Freeman. Although the venue was more house than I had wanted or needed, it was embraced and enjoyed by all! We especially enjoyed the cozy wood paneled room where we all gathered before and after our chef-catered dinner. We had a roaring fire and played music (lots of musicians in our family) into the wee hours! The Freeman had everything we needed. Our chef seemed pleased too. The house was very clean and tidy. I will list a few recommendations/suggestions for future reference. We own a retail business and we always say, "If people don't tell us then we may not know," 1) lighting: you may want to think about dimmers. The lighting fixtures are lovely but too much light and no way to control it. 2) Maybe consider switching a couple of the double beds for queens. Most couples don't appreciate doubles anymore. 3) Need a few martini glasses 4) better instructions on finding the code pad for access to the house, it's not at the front door! Other than that, the place was pretty perfect! Hope you take these musing in the spirit that they are given. Thanks for your help, Dan, and to everyone who responded quickly and thoroughly to my numerous inquiries. Think Spring! Elizabeth
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vilmari G.

Fall Wedding
We loved the Freeman estate for our wedding!! Daniel and Anna were super helpful and the property was amazing! The house had so many amenities it was beyond our expectations. Our guests were astounded by the home and the surrounding property, would HIGHLY recommend to anyone and everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art T.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Incredible Property!
We stayed at The Freeman with our immediate family and closest friends to celebrate our wedding and it was amazing. Daniel and the property management were phenomenal- so responsive and answered all of our questions. The house was more beautiful in person than the pictures lead on, and with the most comfortable beds we've had in a rental property. The yard is well maintained and was perfect for games and enjoying the gorgeous weather. Kitchen and large dining room easily served our group and the house allows for plenty of space for people to spread out. We also were able to bring our dogs along, and the house came complete with treats and a crate. I cannot say enough positive things about the home and the experience leading up to our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miriam M., Boston, MA, USA

We loved the Freeman House!
We enjoyed working w Daniel and his team. We appreciated the historical link to Black life in the Berkshires, the are and particularly the sculpture. Having a variety of gathering area/living rooms was great along w game room and huge patio. The pond was a hit! There were some things that were still in process (air conditioning, second fridge. Etc). We raised a few issues and got great help from Jesse or information about what is in process as the property is still being developed. We look forward to returning and to even better accommodations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Highly recommend!
Had the most perfect weekend hosting my friends bachelorette at this estate! Everything is exactly how it appears in pictures. Perfect yard for hanging out, grilling and lawn games. We had one small issue upon arrival and the host got back to us right away to handle it. Would definitely rent here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Simply lovely
It’s was an extended family getaway for the holiday weekend. The beauty and spaciousness of the home didn’t disappoint. The grounds were magnificent and the Berkshire region is great to explore. The telephone number listed on the sheet they left for the property manager was wrong. Needs to be amended as this has been a continuing problem according to the person incorrectly called. Small issue.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Amazing property
My friends and I rented The Freeman for a long weekend get-away. We had an absolutely amazing time. Incredible property, great amenities, seamless experience with reservation process & property manager. Would definitely recommend for a group gathering, event, or just a quiet vacation. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

VIDHYUT P.

Perfect Property for a weekend getaway
We were a group of 20 people including 4 kids. It was a great stay. We really enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gadi L., New York City

Beautiful house in a great location
We were 4 families with 2 kids each, at the ages of 3-6. The property is one of the most beautiful ones we've seen. The rooms were huge, and the pond and the "back yard" (which is an endless space for the kids to play in) - just too perfect to be true. It was kids (and dogs) friendly. 2.5 hours from Manhattan. Less than 20 min from the relevant ski area (butternut). The property manager was very responsive, the guidance was great and clear. Thanks everyone for making it such a great vacation! We will come back, for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Great House
Had a great time staying here. The area is super charming. Looking forward to exploring more of the surrounding towns.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe & Andrea S.

Catamount Ski Weekend
We rented this property with two other families for a long weekend. 6 adults 9 children and you would have been none the wiser. Ample space, great amenities, and only 4mi to the mountain. Great property and very responsive management team. All around great weekend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022