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Beautiful Berkshires Colonial on 7 acres

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Game room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
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10 out of 10

Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8244 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

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

Beautiful Berkshires Colonial on 7 acres

Welcome to Maison Berkshires, a nature immersion! This beautiful historic house and red barn are nestled on 7 wooded acres, and surrounded by hundreds more, with no neighbor in sight. A place where everything is made to relax and disconnect: from the serene sounds of the streams running on the property, to the beautifully appointed house. Minutes from stunning hikes like Bash Bish Falls or the Appalachian Trail. 15 mins to Great Barrington and Catamount, 30 mins to Stockbridge, 35 mins to Lenox.

A PLACE TO GATHER

Maison Berkshires has everything you need to create amazing memories with your friends and family. We come here to relax and recharge with our loved ones, and designed everything in the house with that in mind.

This colonial house was built as a summer escape for a Manhattan banker and has an illustrious and quirky history. Babe Ruth used to stay here on his vacation where he hunted and drank a little too much, according to the locals. In the early 20th century, the owner published the town newspaper "Ye Occasional Idler" from a printing press in the attic.

The ground floor includes a large living room with triple exposure windows, a mix of antique and contemporary furniture, and warm blankets to cozy up for those long evening chats. You'll also find a table where we enjoy playing board games, doing puzzles, or having an occasional glass of Berkshire Mountain Distillers Bourbon after dinner. Two doll houses and a "book nook" with a vintage rocking chair complete the space.

The dining room is one of the beating hearts of the house and its antique table sits eight people. We designed it to be warm and inviting and hope you'll spend long evenings here, laughing and enjoying those moments as we do. We usually have a few candles out on the table to create a beautiful setting.

The kitchen is adjacent to the dining room. We cook a lot when in the house so it should have everything you need to prepare delicious meals. If you want to check-in with us first about something you may need, feel free to do so! Equipment includes a 6 burner Wolf stove and many small appliances like a Nespresso coffee machine, rice maker, raclette machine, waffle maker and more... You'll also find a pantry by the kitchen where we keep more cooking stuff.

A sitting room completes the ground floor. Located to your left when you first enter the house, it is meant to be a larger foyer where you can comfortably remove your shoes and coats as you're settling in. You'll find a built-in bookshelf with a collection of books and objects, inspired by the Berkshires and by the history of the house.

The bedrooms are all upstairs and include roller shades on all windows. The Primary bedroom has a beautiful antique queen bed, a desk with printer/scanner, large closet and its own bathroom with a large walk-in shower. The primary bathroom has one of the best views from the house! Another bathroom on that floor is shared by the three other bedrooms. The Blue Room is another large bedroom which features a king bed, a desk, dresser and a half bath with a walk-in closet. There are two more bedrooms on that floor, one with a queen bed, dresser and desk, the other one has a trundle bed, closets and antique chair.

A play room completes the upstairs. It has a tepee, toy kitchen, lots of kids books and many toys! There is also a small couch and a TV in that area. We don't have cable but the smart TV offers apps like Netflix, Amazon Video, and more. The playroom is open to the hallway that leads to the different bedrooms - it isn't a closed off room.

The deck can be accessed from the kitchen and this is where you'll find our Weber grill and an outdoor dining table which seats eight. From the deck you'll take in a stunning view of the surrounding trees while enjoying the shade they provide. You will hear and see our brook on the western side of the house which feeds directly into Bash Bish Falls, the highest waterfall in Massachusetts. It is also a great place to observe the wildlife, like white-tailed deers, wild turkeys, all while listening to the sounds of woodpeckers and other birds.

The barn is where we keep all the fun stuff! It is a gorgeous post and beam barn built by a local master builder with concrete floors and electricity. There you will find everything to entertain, including: a ping pong table, corn hole set, croquet set, balls, badminton net and rackets... and even a treadmill!

The fire pit area with its Adirondack chairs is located next to the barn. We love making s'mores there with the kids and enjoy conversations while staring at the fire.

A hammock is hung in between two large pine trees and is our favorite spot to read books and nap. Next to it is the kid's swing which can either be set as a "big kid" swing or a "small kid" swing. Both swings are kept in the barn when not in use.


A PLACE TO SKI

The house is conveniently located near the two best ski resorts in Southern Berkshires: Catamount Mountain Resort, and Ski Butternut.

Catamount Mountain Resort is 13 minutes away and features 44 ski trails, 39 with snowmaking, and 8 lifts. It offers some of the most varied terrain in Southern New England, and is suited for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

Ski Butternut offers 22 ski trails, all covered with snowmaking, and 11 lanes for tubing! It is a great and affordable family ski resort.


A PLACE TO HIKE

The property is located in the town of Mount Washington, 80% of which is a nature preserve. Some of the best hikes in the Berkshires are within minutes, including the Appalachian Trail which is 3 miles away. Other notable hikes in the area include:
- Bash Bish Falls, 1.6 miles away
- Mount Everett, 2.2 miles away
- Guilder Pond Hiking Trail, 3 miles away
- Jug end State Reservation, 5 miles away
- and so many more!


A PLACE TO WORK

Sometimes we need to get away from it all to focus and get work done. This house is a great one to do so with:
- Fast Fiber optic internet at 330 mbps
- Dedicated 5G Wifi Network
- Printer with flatbed scanner
- Desks in three bedrooms
- Plugs everywhere


DISCLAIMERS / HOUSE TRUTHS

This is an old house so it needs frequent care and upkeep! We fell in love with it and are dedicated to it, but also know that an old house may not be for everyone.
While it is perfectly sound structurally, you will quickly notice that most of the floors are uneven, and that one of the two stairs in the house was built with steeper and shorter steps than what we would build today.
Some of the beautiful windows are original, like many other parts of the house, and have been lovingly restored throughout the years. They are protected on the outside by storm windows which makes for a good insulation, but it also means you need to open two windows if you want to let the fresh air in. No big deal but we want you to be aware of that!
The central forced air heating works very well, and can be controlled from a Nest thermostat in the Sitting Room. The house is located on a small mountain at a 1,500 ft elevation and is surrounded by trees which means the summers here are cooler and no AC was ever needed in the house. It was also built with great cross-ventilation and we have fans throughout the house if need be.

Everything!

Unless there is a lock on the door... Three doors are locked in the house: one is a supply closet in the pantry, one leads to the cellar and the other to the attic. In the barn, we ask that you stay on the ground floor, as we use the mezzanine level as a storage space. Thank you!

We're always available to answer any questions you may have! Reach us through the Airbnb app

10 minutes to South Egremont
15 minutes to Great Barrington
30 minutes to Stockbridge
35 minutes to Lenox


The closest town is South Egremont which is 10 mins away, and it covers most of what you need. Here are the shops you'll find there (in order of appearance):
- Cannabis Dispensary
- Wine & Spirits Shop
- Post Office
- Mom's Cafe, serving breakfast and lunch
- Egremont Market, for essential groceries
- The Old Mill, an excellent fine dining restaurant
- Salisbury Bank, with ATM
- "The Shop", a unique local and fun gift shop
- Antique Store
- Acorn, toy store
- Kenver, an outdoor sports store
- Brookside Quiltworks, sewing shop

For an even greater selection of shops, you'll head to Great Barrington which is 5 minutes further from Egremont. There you will find everything you need from large grocery stores, to a movie theater.

An EV charger was just installed on the property! It is a universal Tesla charger, meaning it works with Teslas and non-Teslas alike! The EV charger is affixed to the south facing side of the house.
Please remove your shoes in the house and treat the space like your own home!

Property manager

Augustin Pasquet

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 2,626.4 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Wind energy

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind and solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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 C0413641950

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

238257

About the neighborhood

Map
MA, Mount Washington

What's nearby

  • Bash Bish Falls State Park - 1 min walk
  • Taconic State Park - 4 min drive
  • Catamount Aerial Adventure Park - 12 min drive
  • Catamount Ski Area - 13 min drive
  • Ski Butternut - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Frog - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Depot Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Barn at The Egremont Village Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Roe Jan Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Copake Diner - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Berkshires Colonial on 7 acres pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Berkshires Colonial on 7 acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Berkshires Colonial on 7 acres?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Berkshires Colonial on 7 acres located?

This family-friendly South Egremont vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Bash Bish Falls State Park and Mount Washington State Forest. Taconic State Park and Garrett Garden and Green are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Beautiful Berkshires Colonial on 7 acres Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Christa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Berkshire Getaway
We had a lovely stay in the Berkshires! The home is charming, well stocked with everything you need, and very clean. We definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

eliza c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay in Mount Washington
We had a wonderful time at Augustin’s property. The house is definitely old but meticulously maintained and updated with an amazing kitchen (and everything you might need) and very comfortable beds. The game room barn was a fun escape for the kids (and us) while not having to leave the property. Augustin left us with plenty of firewood and fire starters to make a bon fire (and s’mores, which the kids loved). There was also a swing my 2 year old was obsessed with and toys both upstairs and down. You may want to note there is only a small TV in the kids playroom upstairs, so no movie nights for the adults - but that was fine as we ended up playing games and talking more than we do at home! We went skiing at catamount (15 mins) and hiking at Bish Bash falls (5mins). Augustin was easy to communicate with and even gave us early check in and late check out. 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024