Private Woodland Getaway minutes from Ski Butternut
5.0
Outstanding(31 Reviews)House in Great Barrington, MA
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental
Set in the heart of fifteen peaceful wooded acres and fronted by a private meadow, this beautiful chalet-style home with airy, open floor plan is perfect for family vacations or a romantic get-away any time of the year.
THE LOCATION
Just seven minutes to Ski Butternut and fifteen minutes to downtown Great Barrington. Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, Berkshire Theater Festival, historic homes, and many other attractions are all within convenient driving distance as well. Foodies will delight in the abundant and diverse culinary offerings of the area, including two excellent restaurants just down the road in New Marlborough.
Step out the back door to a private trail that connects to miles of hiking or snowshoeing on two nature preserves adjacent to the house property. Hop in the car for a short ride to the Appalachian Trail, Monument Mountain, lakes, swimming holes, waterfalls, and other natural attractions.
THE HOUSE
Private driveway wends through 1/3 mile of woods before opening to the large secluded meadow that fronts the house. Entrance hallway leads to the modern kitchen and a great room with cathedral ceilings and stone fireplace. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide expansive views of nature and flood the home with natural light. Kitchen is well appointed with stainless steel appliances, gas stove and peninsula seating area. Cozy den with sleeper sofa and television opens off the kitchen and entrance hall. Across the hall is a half bath with front-loading washer and dryer. Sonos sound system fills the entire main living area with music.
Luxurious first floor master bedroom features king size bed, beautiful stone fireplace and spa-like white marble en suite bathroom complete with oversized tub, separate shower and double sinks.
Huge deck extends across the front of the house, from great room to master bedroom, with sliding door access from both, offering elevated views of the meadow and surrounding woods. The ridge line of East Mountain State Forest is visible through the trees to the West.
Second floor features queen size bedroom with en suite full bathroom. The wide hallway contains an alcove with a Shaper Image massage chair, and leads to a roomy "Kids' Dormintory" with twin-over-full bunk beds, a queen bed, and separate twin size built-in window bed. Perfect for children to play and hang out!
THE LOCATION
Just seven minutes to Ski Butternut and fifteen minutes to downtown Great Barrington. Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, Berkshire Theater Festival, historic homes, and many other attractions are all within convenient driving distance as well. Foodies will delight in the abundant and diverse culinary offerings of the area, including two excellent restaurants just down the road in New Marlborough.
Step out the back door to a private trail that connects to miles of hiking or snowshoeing on two nature preserves adjacent to the house property. Hop in the car for a short ride to the Appalachian Trail, Monument Mountain, lakes, swimming holes, waterfalls, and other natural attractions.
THE HOUSE
Private driveway wends through 1/3 mile of woods before opening to the large secluded meadow that fronts the house. Entrance hallway leads to the modern kitchen and a great room with cathedral ceilings and stone fireplace. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide expansive views of nature and flood the home with natural light. Kitchen is well appointed with stainless steel appliances, gas stove and peninsula seating area. Cozy den with sleeper sofa and television opens off the kitchen and entrance hall. Across the hall is a half bath with front-loading washer and dryer. Sonos sound system fills the entire main living area with music.
Luxurious first floor master bedroom features king size bed, beautiful stone fireplace and spa-like white marble en suite bathroom complete with oversized tub, separate shower and double sinks.
Huge deck extends across the front of the house, from great room to master bedroom, with sliding door access from both, offering elevated views of the meadow and surrounding woods. The ridge line of East Mountain State Forest is visible through the trees to the West.
Second floor features queen size bedroom with en suite full bathroom. The wide hallway contains an alcove with a Shaper Image massage chair, and leads to a roomy "Kids' Dormintory" with twin-over-full bunk beds, a queen bed, and separate twin size built-in window bed. Perfect for children to play and hang out!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Great Barrington, MA
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(31 Reviews)5.0
The home is set amongst beautiful trees overlooking a quiet field. We enjoyed the beautiful and spacious deck with comfortable lounge chairs and outdoor dining table, firepit and Weber bar b q. The primary bedroom was generously oversized as was the master bath. We cooked in several times using a well appointed kitchen. The common areas included a comfortable living room and den area as well as large dining table which we enjoyed often. My wife and I stayed there for a little more than 2 weeks and had a wonderful stay. The owners Ben and Monica were extremely responsive and also provided us with recommendations for local restaurants and activities. A terrific stay!!!
5.0
This is a lovely home. Very secluded, yet close to town and Butternut ski area. We had 2 families of 4 with kids aged 4-7 - they loved having their own space in the upstairs kids room, while the adults enjoyed the kitchen opening into the living area with large open fireplace, and smaller family room off the kitchen for movie watching. The owners have thought of everything, and communication was great. Hiking trails start literally steps from the front door to explore frozen ponds, the fish hatchery, and all the secluded natural beauty that surrounds this home.
5.0
This was a fantastic cozy home my and my sister's family enjoyed for several days over Thanksgiving. The kitchen was nicely equipped, the fireplace well used, and everything was very comfortable. The kid's room slept our 5 older teens/younger 20s quite well and everyone had a fabulous time.
5.0
Six friends from four states spent the weekend at this amazing house. It was everything we were looking for and more. 5 stars, highly recommend!
5.0
This property and the owners never fail to meet the high expectations that we have.
5.0
Looking forward to returning!
5.0
We very much enjoyed our trip to the Berkshires. The homeowners were great to work with and very responsive and the house was close to town and the ski mountains. I recommend the house for families.
5.0
I have stayed at this house many times over the winter with my family who loves to ski. This was my first time renting here in the fall with a group of adult women, all sisters-in-law, who came to unwind and relax. This home was every bit as wonderful in the Fall as it is in the spring. We took advantage of local hiking, local shopping and local dining. Returning to a cozy, well appointed, clean, comfortable house was the cherry on top of our weekend stay.
5.0
We very much enjoyed our stay. The location, property and home are wonderful, cozy and great for families to stay together. We would be happy to go back!
5.0
Everyone had a great time and all the kids kept saying, "this place is a palace". The hosts were accommodating and responsive and their home was spectacular. Perfect visit. Thank you!
5.0
Everyone had a great time and all the kids kept saying, "this place is a palace". The hosts were accommodating and responsive and their home was spectacular. Perfect visit. Thank you!
5.0
Beautiful
Everyone had a great time and all the kids kept saying, "this place is a palace". The hosts were accommodating and responsive and their home was spectacular. Perfect visit. Thank you!
5.0
The house is beautiful, incredibly comfortable, thoroughly and thoughtfully stocked (from kitchen to bathrooms, game cabinet, bedrooms and utility room) and in exquisite shape. We visited with our adult son and his wife and two young children, and ended up feeling that the house was designed with a family like ours in mind. The dorm-style Kids’ bedroom is a master stroke. We can’t wait to return.
5.0
Eureka!
The house is beautiful, incredibly comfortable, thoroughly and thoughtfully stocked (from kitchen to bathrooms, game cabinet, bedrooms and utility room) and in exquisite shape. We visited with our adult son and his wife and two young children, and ended up feeling that the house was designed with a family like ours in mind. The dorm-style Kids’ bedroom is a master stroke. We can’t wait to return.
5.0
Favorite VRBO rental
This property consistently met all of our needs. Had a wonderful season skiing at Butternut and coming home to this cozy, well appointed, welcoming space. Ben is the consummate host, anticipating snow storms and having the house equipped with anything that might be necessary. He was available and helpful in all respects.
5.0
Loved our stay!
Had another lovely weekend at this home. Ben, the owner with whom we communicate directly, has consistently stayed ahead of the curve with us, anticipating our needs. He arranged for a plow before the snowstorm hit and had us out and skiing on time in fresh powder. Thanks again for everything!
5.0
Doesn't fail to meet our standards
We have stayed a handful of weekends this winter to ski and explore the area. Refer to previous reviews. We have been very happy!
5.0
Did not disappoint
Once again, this property and its owners provided a perfect weekend away for us. We can't wait to return!
5.0
Perfection!
The owners of this home are clearly thoughtful, thorough and available. They made us feel welcome, comfortable and knowledgeable about the home before we even arrived. The house itself is set back in on a beautiful wooded property with trails. Too much snow prevented us from really exploring the 15 acres but we can't wait to come back and do that! Inside, the house is cozy, well equipped, and well laid out. It was perfect for our two families with elementary and middle school aged kids. There is a separate den space where the kids hung out and watched movies at night. A kid's "dorm" area where they could play away from the adults. And two generous adult bedrooms convenient with attached bathrooms. The fireplace and dining table were bonuses for formal/cozy family space. We can't wait to return to this home and ski more at Butternut this winter!
5.0
Great place!
Perfect house for a weekend away with friends. Follow the directions in description exactly otherwise it might be hard to find!
5.0
We loved our stay in this house! The hosts made us feel very welcome. The house is in a serene and beautiful location, and was an inviting and comfortable space to relax in.
5.0
Beautiful Berkshire weekend
We loved our stay in this house! The hosts made us feel very welcome. The house is in a serene and beautiful location, and was an inviting and comfortable space to relax in.
5.0
We really enjoyed the house and the area! We especially loved the massage chair :)
5.0
a quiet, comfy getaway
We really enjoyed the house and the area! We especially loved the massage chair :)
5.0
Wonderful Berkshires Weekend
My wife and I and some family members stayed at this lovely house for a nice weekend in the Berkshires. The house was clean and cozy and in a beautiful secluded setting. It was a wonderful stay and we’d certainly come back again.
5.0
Couldn't have been happier. It's remote, but that's part of the charm. Dirt road to the property. 15 min. drive to shopping. Everything in the house was comfortable, in working order. Bed was comfortable, towels luxurious. Kitchen was well-stocked with staples. Loved being able to hike w/o having to drive somewhere.
5.0
What a fabulous vacation! Even though the weather wasn’t great – we still had opportunities to hike, sit on the porch, visit surrounding locations (Tanglewood, Sheffield, Great Barrington – all within 15 min). Fantastic hiking nearby (we didn’t get to all of the trails, there were so many), and wonderful small, friendly markets with local produce – also nearby. The house is very cosy – clean, unbelievably well-stocked, and very isolated (surrounded by beautiful trees). The quiet is rejuvenating! Everything you would want for a vacation is available in this house. The breezes through the trees and the bird songs were so lovely that we kept the windows open (although air conditioning is completely available), but we would have liked the screens to be more secure to keep out the bugs. The host/hostess (Ben and Kim Roberts) were easily available to answer questions and gave great advice on where to visit or obtain local food and activities. They stocked the house with provisions that made living there so easy and relaxing. We will definitely go back – what a wonderful place!
5.0
Wonderful place
Couldn't have been happier. It's remote, but that's part of the charm. Dirt road to the property. 15 min. drive to shopping. Everything in the house was comfortable, in working order. Bed was comfortable, towels luxurious. Kitchen was well-stocked with staples. Loved being able to hike w/o having to drive somewhere.
5.0
Nature with a capital "N"
What a fabulous vacation! Even though the weather wasn’t great – we still had opportunities to hike, sit on the porch, visit surrounding locations (Tanglewood, Sheffield, Great Barrington – all within 15 min). Fantastic hiking nearby (we didn’t get to all of the trails, there were so many), and wonderful small, friendly markets with local produce – also nearby. The house is very cosy – clean, unbelievably well-stocked, and very isolated (surrounded by beautiful trees). The quiet is rejuvenating! Everything you would want for a vacation is available in this house. The breezes through the trees and the bird songs were so lovely that we kept the windows open (although air conditioning is completely available), but we would have liked the screens to be more secure to keep out the bugs. The host/hostess (Ben and Kim Roberts) were easily available to answer questions and gave great advice on where to visit or obtain local food and activities. They stocked the house with provisions that made living there so easy and relaxing. We will definitely go back – what a wonderful place!
5.0
The property was clean, there was great communication and the location was exactly what we were looking for. Would definitely stay again.
5.0
Everything we wanted.
The property was clean, there was great communication and the location was exactly what we were looking for. Would definitely stay again.
5.0
We had a great weekend in this lovely home. The location was perfect ! The house is surrounded by trees and has direct access to hiking trails. We went to great restaurants within a 10 minute drive and it is a quick trip into Great Barrington. The owners were thoughtful and quickly responsive to all of our questions. I would love to return.
5.0
Great weekend
We had a great weekend in this lovely home. The location was perfect ! The house is surrounded by trees and has direct access to hiking trails. We went to great restaurants within a 10 minute drive and it is a quick trip into Great Barrington. The owners were thoughtful and quickly responsive to all of our questions. I would love to return.
5.0
Wonderful vacation home - highly recommended
We had a wonderful week long stay in this terrific home. The house is modern and yet charming, and every bit as nice as the pictures with great lighting and comfortable chairs and beds. The deck has a wonderful few of a meadow in front of the house and was a great place for grilling and eating outside. The owners were a delight to work with and accommodating hosts. We enjoyed hiking in the woods around the home and in several nearby parks, and Great Barrington is a short drive away. Overall, we have rented many times from HomeAway/VRBO and this home was one of the most delightful.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Great Barrington?
The average price for a rental in Great Barrington is R 7,517 per night. This rental is R 1,992 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private Woodland Getaway minutes from Ski Butternut. 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 Private Woodland Getaway minutes from Ski Butternut pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Private Woodland Getaway minutes from Ski Butternut?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.