5-bed Colonial Berkshires Farmhouse, aka Grandaddy's House, Family Friendly home

Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
5.0
Outstanding(7 Reviews)

Farm Stay in New Marlborough, MA

11 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this farm stay rental

Renovations just finished on this unique home, that originally dates to the 1700s. Great for families and big groups, with space to spread out, inside & out. Charming historic details include stone fireplaces, bay windows, a 3-season room, and a dedicated library. Newly modernized kitchen and updated bathrooms. 5 bedrooms, including a kids' bunk room. Set in a very remote, quiet location, but a quick drive to New Marlborough or Great Barrington. The large in-ground pool is targeted to be open by July.

ABOUT THE HOUSE:
Downstairs: the space has plenty of room to hangout and entertain, including 3 fireplaces. Large 'great room' with flat-screen TV and large fireplace, and comfortable seating for the whole group. The dining room seats 8-12. The kitchen is open to the breakfast nook, which has an additional indoor fireplace and banquette seating. The library has lots of books, and pocket doors that close to make it a dedicated, quiet office space. There's a 3-seasons room with a 3rd fireplace and sliding glass doors that look over the stone back patio and the backyard. There is also a large mud room, directly accessible from the kitchen & outside, perfect for all your ski or summer gear and with a brand new washer/dryer.
Upstairs: on one side, you'll find 3 bedrooms including 2 with king beds and 1 with a queen bed. On this side, there is also a full bathroom. In the other wing of the upstairs is the other king-size bedroom, the bunk room, an additional full bath, and a small powder room. There is also a large walk-in closet that's been converted to a flex space to be used as an office or baby room with a crib. The layout of the two wings makes it easy for multi-families or groups to share and have their own space. Each bedroom has new mattresses, linens, and blackout shades.

OUTSIDE:
The backyard is large and overlooks the pool. The pool is large, fully fenced in, and is not heated. Pool will be open mid June to at least mid September for 2023. There's a wraparound driveway that surrounds the property, perfect for kids to bike or scoot in, and a basketball hoop. Yard is not fenced.

AMENITIES:
This house is set up for the owners' multi-generational family, and you'll find plenty of amenities that you're welcome to use. Plenty of books, board games, and puzzles. The kitchen is fully stocked. For kids, there are cribs and all the other baby gear you'd need as well as toys, games and outdoor equipment like scooters, pool toys and more.

THE AREA:
There are great places all around the Berkshires to enjoy fishing, hiking, boating, swimming, kayaking, trail running, mountain biking, camping, skiing, sledding, skating, and more. The Berkshires is a center for music and dance (Tanglewood, Yale Music School), theater (Shakespeare & Company), arts and local craft (downtown Great Barrington, farmers markets), dining (many exceptional local and farm-based restaurants), and hospitality (Inn on the Green, Gedney Farm, Red Lion Inn, etc.). There are no Ubers or Lyfts or taxi services. Cell reception can be spotty at best. Wifi is available in most cafes and stores.

Located in the small village of Southfield, this house is just a 2 minutes drive from a lovely general store called the Southfield Store. It's also conveniently located to Butternut Mountain, Great Barrington, and Stockbridge. The perfect launchpad for whatever you'd like to do in the Berkshires -- antiquing, hiking, skiing, lakes or more. Explore the cute downtowns of the various towns nearby and then come back to the quiet and peaceful village of Southfield!


OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
The house is in a rural country area - there is limited cell reception, and the area can be prone to power outages. Many areas of the home were recently updated, and renovations were completed in 2023. However, this home still has many of the original historic elements that may make it unsuitable for some guests. Examples- the staircases are steep, 2 of the bedrooms upstairs and the powder room have sloped / low ceilings, slate patio on the back deck is not fenced, and would not be suitable for unsupervised toddlers. Please read the house rules and note the descriptions in the photo captions, and reach out with any questions or concerns you might have, prior to booking.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
Garden
Family friendly

Map of New Marlborough, MA

Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(7 Reviews)
5.0
Jul 2024
Beautiful old house with lots of updated amenities and character. Definitely feels remote, and we saw 3 bear cubs during our Memorial Day long weekend. Blythe was great to work with and provided all the information we needed. Our group was 3 couples with 4 young kids and everyone had plenty of room and their own bathroom and more! The window AC units provided what we needed on some pretty hot days. The only thing that was not perfect was the family room. We like to have movie nights and while the styling was on point, it’s not the coziest sofa and set up. The forced perspective of the work on the mantel was a little disorienting so we didn’t really watch anything (except Trolls for the kids, haha). Instead, we sat on the screened porch, chatting and enjoying the sounds of nature. We took a trip into the nearby town (about 30 min drive) and found great food and nice shopping. Overall a great stay!
5.0
Jul 2024
Our family of 6 adults and 2 kids under three had a great week. The space is comfortable, clean and bright. The kitchen has all the amenities you need. The yard and pool added to the experience! Thanks Blyth!
5.0
Feb 2024
We had the absolute pleasure of hosting our family and friends for our very small cozy wedding and everything was perfect. The house was gorgeous, very well stocked, super comfortable and tastefully designed. The fireplaces were so nice to sit by, the kitchen was amazing and the bedrooms were very comfortable. Our hosts were so lovely and easy to communicate with, was everything we hoped for and more! Would LOVE to come back to experience this property in the summer.
5.0
Nov 2023
The house was beautiful and comfortable for our extended family Thanksgiving weekend. Communication with owner was great. Home easily accomodated all our needs. Great stay!
5.0
Nov 2023
I've stayed in many rentals on tropical islands, but THIS has turned out to be my favorite! The home and area transported us back to another time... just what we needed to escape life for a weekend. WiFi worked great, beds comfortable, fireplaces warm & cozy, and kitchen fully stocked. Thank you Blythe for your hospitality and generosity! Hope to be back in the future.
5.0
Jul 2023
we had two families at the house for 4 nights. Overall had a great experience. We comfortably slept two families (4 adults, 6 kids) and the house is big so we never felt on top of each other. The pool in the back was great as it was super hot out and the kids had a great time swimming in it. The location is definitely as described - country living ! There is a nice bakery / coffee shop 2 miles away but it’s about 20 minutes to other larger towns so just keep that in mind. The only complaint was that the air conditioning units took a while to cool the house / rooms down but eventually they did the trick.

FAQs

How much does this farm stay cost compared to others in New Marlborough?

The average price for a rental in New Marlborough is $542 per night. This rental is $1,016 above the average.

Is parking included with this farm stay?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 5-bed Colonial Berkshires Farmhouse, aka Grandaddy's House, Family Friendly home. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this farm stay?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at 5-bed Colonial Berkshires Farmhouse, aka Grandaddy's House, Family Friendly home. Enjoy the water!

Is 5-bed Colonial Berkshires Farmhouse, aka Grandaddy's House, Family Friendly home pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at 5-bed Colonial Berkshires Farmhouse, aka Grandaddy's House, Family Friendly home?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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