Plainfield House in a 10,000 acre state forest and private pond

Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
9.5
Outstanding(84 Reviews)

House in Berkshires, MA

10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this house rental

Experience a Berkshire get-away in this huge secluded comfortable family-friendly house. It's the only house that is surrounded by 10,000 Acres of protected Hawley State forest. Escape from headaches and the rat race. No cell phone reception here! But we have WiFi and a house phone (Fibre Gigabit that's new in January 2020). We like to define our country home as a place to dream and relax. We care about your comfort and we think we are not only a place to sleep, but a real home for your lovely holidays.

The house is 2700 square feet, with 3 private bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (full bath [shower and tub]), a large living room with fireplace, and a two flat-screen TV's with Netflix, Disney and Amazon On Demand & DVD player. It has a one-car indoor garage, central air-conditioning and lightening fast Gigabit wireless internet. The house also has a NEW clothes washer and dryer, a smoker BBQ charcoal and gas BBQ grills, a screened in gazebo, a porch, Hallockville Pond just behind the house and 10,000 acres of marked trails to hike and explore.

Great for a romantic getaway or a family reunion.


Detailed Amenities: Sleeping :
-Bedroom 1 : King size bed and queen futon bed
-Bedroom 2 : King bed, queen sofa bed, crib
-Bedroom 3 : Queen size bed
-Upstairs hallway bed : 1 Double bed

Kitchen :
-Fully stocked kitchen, NEW microwave, toaster oven, dishwasher, refrigerator and freezer, coffee maker, stainless steel electric stove and oven, and eat-in kitchen seating
-Smoker BBQ and grills (for use on the patio please)
-All the amenities you could possibly need for cooking family meals.

Other Amenities:
-Wood floors
-Iron, Hairdryer, Bose Radio, Harpsichord
-TV and DVD player, a Bose Amplifier with a headphone jack, Roku with Netflix and Amazon Prime
-WiFi Gigabit high-speed Internet
-Central heat and air conditioning
-Backup fans and electric heaters
-Wood-burning fireplace with wood provided
-Board games
-Infant crib, wooden blocks and assorted toys
-Pet and kid-friendly

Seasonal Attractions: In the winter, the house includes cross country skis, snowshoes and wood for the fireplace. It also has an indoor parking spot so you won't need to brush and scrape! We also have a make it yourself igloo kit. The house is 10 minutes to Berkshire East Ski Area (45 trails, 1180 verticle feet, and 5 lifts)and Notch View Reservation for cross country skiing. Southern Vermont ski areas such as Mt Snow and Sunapee are under an hour's drive.

In the summer, the house is less than 1 mile from Plainfield Pond, with a kid-friendly sandy beach, or simply swim in the lake behind the house. Float down the Deerfield River which runs along the historic Mohawk Trail on our inner tubes, play croquet on the lawn, BBQ on the patio, or use the kayaks and standup paddleboard behind the house (and life-jackets). Guests are also welcome to eat from our well-tended organic vegetable garden and blueberry and raspberry bushes.

Nearby Attractions: The house is ideally located close to Smith College (commencement in May) and all of the shops, restaurants and cultural activities of Main Street, Northampton. Also in the area is Tanglewood in Lenox, Mass MoCA is the largest center for contemporary arts in North Adams, Clark Art Institute & Williams College in Williamstown and Jacobs Pillow in Becket. Under an hour's drive to Six Flags New England, Yankee Candle outlet, Springfield's numerous museums, the Shelburne Falls Bridge of Flowers and so much more that the Berkshires have to offer. Historic Deerfield and Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory are 30 minutes drive.

Less than 15 minutes to Berkshire East for skiing in the winter which runs New England's zipline canopy tours in the summer called Zoar Outdoor. As well, Moxie or Crabapple Rafting organize rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, zipline tours, etc.

We are not too far from the Mohawk Trail State Forest, Bridge of Flowers, Ashfield Lake or even the 'sister colleges'.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Ski in / Ski out
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

9.5
Outstanding(84 Reviews)
10.0
Aug 2024
We had a wonderful time at the Plainfield house.
10.0
Aug 2024
This house was perfect for 2 families (all adults)...the elder people stayed on the main level (perfect...no stairs) and the younger family had the entire upstairs! Family room was fantastic...lots of room for everyone to spread out and enjoy reading/ TV etc. The kitchen was well stocked with spices, pots, pans, new appliances and good areas for eating....kitchen was sunny and comfy! Our only complaint was getting to the pond and trails behind the house...the stairs looked ok but then there is a muddy path leading to the pond and trails...for us that was difficult as it rained 5/7 days and the path was NOT workable even for the most athletic amongst us....that was a disappointment as the pictures made it look like it was those stairs all the way down. Otherwise it was a perfect house and the nearby lake and beach looked really nice and easy to get to. We would go there again!
10.0
Aug 2024
We were very happy in the space. The beds are comfortable. The place is clean. The communication is amazing! We plan to be back next year!
8.0
Aug 2024
The house was in a beautiful location with hiking and swimming nearby. The house was spacious and our family was able to use many of the amenities mentioned. I would caution folks, that the stairs going down to the pond at the back of the property are extremely steep and the dense vegetation at the waterfront made using the water almost impossible. Overall we had a nice time.
10.0
May 2024
We totally enjoyed our Memorial weekend stay! The house was everything that was promised -- lots of space, beautiful setting, comfortable, well-equipped including games for the kids.Perry was easy to reach.I have bad knees so it was a little hard for me to get around the large but hilly yard and I needed help getting down to the pond. We all enjoyed a morning of kayaking, two afternoons at the sandy beach, roasting marshmallows in the fire pit, and eating meals in the screened gazebo. My family went hiking around the pond. Bring bug spray if you go. We also enjoyed a day at Mass MOCA. Windows were hard to keep open, AC was slow. A delightful, easy weekend.
10.0
Feb 2024
We love the house and look forward to our now annual trip each year. Perry is very easy to work with and the house is always very clean and ready for our stay.
10.0
Oct 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Plainfield House. It gave us lots of room to spread out or sit together in the large Living Room as needed. It was fun picking late tomatoes from the garden for dinner. The house was a gracious old New England gal with just enough renovation to be comfortable and the kitchen big enough for several cooks at once. We definitely recommend it.
10.0
Sep 2023
Area was great, garden was beautiful. Would recommend staying !

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Berkshires?

The average price for a rental in Berkshires is $467 per night. This rental is $21 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Plainfield House in a 10,000 acre state forest and private pond. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Plainfield House in a 10,000 acre state forest and private pond pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Plainfield House in a 10,000 acre state forest and private pond?

We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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