“Elterwater”-Swan lake. Your own lakefront oasis, a true Berkshire getaway

Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Outdoor dining
10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(165 Ratings)

House in Berkshires, MA

4 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

One of the very few waterfront homes available for rent. What other houses offer you 150 feet private lakefront where you can awake to birdsong? absolute best house in the best little town for the full Berkshire experience. If you want your own totally private oasis, and a whole house to yourself, leaving crowds and hassle behind, come up to this lovely, quiet, lakefront Berkshire house with a Zen-like feel, just a mile from the center of Sheffield. Just sit and listen to the silence.

Immaculately behaved, non-shedding, totally house trained small dogs welcome.
Ask about special rates for longer stays.

Perfect location for all Berkshire activities, including Tanglewood and Jacob’s Pillow, plus Shakespeare and Company, Norman Rockwell, The Mount, Berkshire Botanical Gardens.

Light-filled, year-round lakefront house (150 feet on private lake with own dock). with fireplace and fire pit, all decorated in mid-century retro style and immaculately clean. Think 'Walden,' think 'On Golden Pond.' Two bedrooms with A/C—one queen-sized bed, two twins, two full baths, living room with fireplace and A/C, dining area, kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, den with pull-out couch.
Water softener, plus screened in porch, full laundry room, two car garage, fire pit, comfortable outdoor seating for five plus two—and all on the most blissful private 150 acre lake with wonderful fishing--bass and pike--and just a mile off Route 7, Sheffield, handy to everything and spotlessly clean. Cleaned, bleached and treated with UVC wand sanitizer. Self checkin and checkout.
Lake is natural, pure and lovely to look at (but not good for swimming due to natural vegetation). Canoeing, fishing and kayaking are great. Your own dock and 150 feet on the lake. Kayaks and canoe. Ping pong table! Electric bikes available to rent. Dog walkers available!!

You can work from home here. WiFi, 5G, good cell reception, slightly rare in the Berkshires., Smart cable tv. Spectrum service. This is a slice of heaven! Everything you need for that perfect Berkshire getaway—we can give lots of tips for top-notch local restaurants and things to do. Local owners readily available to answer questions and make recommendations.
Great local hiking on closeby Appalachian trail, great biking (we have 4 good bikes), wildlife observation (meet our otter and nesting bald Eagle), riveting local history (Shays Rebellion, Mum Bett), local swimming recommendations.

Very convenient for Berkshire School and Hotchkiss parents.
Also convenient for nearby Litchfield County, Conn, including Music Mountain events, plus Lime Rock Park racing.
Further west, Hudson, NY, is fun to explore, along with houses like Olana, built by Frederic Church of the Hudson River School.
You will never run out of things to do here—or nothing at all—whatever you want.
Bliss!!!!

Amenities

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

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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(165 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2024
Beautiful setting, comfy house, great fishing in the pond and close to all.
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2024
We enjoyed our time by the lake in Sheffield. Our neighborhood was quiet, and the lack of traffic allowed for many walks on the road. We kayaked in the lake, and had a short drive into Great Barrington for meals and hikes. We are looking forward to returning next year. Thank you again, Gillian!
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Peaceful locale on a pond with eagles, ducks, turtles and frogs. Many places to relax, whether it be on the dock with morning coffee, on the screened porch reading a good book, or in a canoe floating on the water. Great hikes and things to see in town. Would definitely return. And the host is lovely and very communicative. Great trip!
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
The property is something I dream of having myself one day. Tranquil, private, quiet, lush are some of the words I could describe the outside of the property. The house itself is very charming, super clean and though not new, it provides all the comforts of a new home- dishwasher , ACs, washer and dryer, Roku, WiFi. The beds and beddings are comfortable. The decors are classic with old charm, which is just my taste. Overall, I’m happy to recommend this lake house.
6.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Near Great Barrington Ma, lots to do in the town. The host was responsive. The house had some bugs coming in from the unsealed windows from the air conditioners and my daughter got some bug bites (mosquitoes). The ping pong table was fun. The boats and bikes could use some maintenance. The kitchen had pretty much everything that one would need. Quit place, back porch was serene.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
Very nice place for quiet weekend! Excellent fishing!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
Without a doubt the best place we ever rented. We have stayed at many places through the years but this was the best. Can't say anything negative about our stay it was as good as it gets!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
Our family had a great stay and very much look forward to returning in the future. Host was incredibly responsive and accommodating. House was very well suited for a family. We loved the boats (life jackets included) and layout of the home and property. To wake up looking out onto the lake was wonderful. Pictures and description of the property are accurate. It was very close to other surrounding locations and all rather convenient. I very much hope to be able to return again soon and for longer!

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Berkshires is $311 per night. This rental is $6 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at “Elterwater”-Swan lake. Your own lakefront oasis, a true Berkshire getaway. 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 “Elterwater”-Swan lake. Your own lakefront oasis, a true Berkshire getaway 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 “Elterwater”-Swan lake. Your own lakefront oasis, a true Berkshire getaway?

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

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