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Gem of the Berkshires. Mountain View. Short walk to lake & downtown.

Gem of the Berkshires. Mountain View. Short walk to lake & downtown.

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Gem of the Berkshires- mountain view. Near lake Mansfield, walk to downtown
Fall view from our deck during fall season. What an amazing sight!
Cook in our brand new kitchen while enjoying the view
Fully equipped kitchen with all new appliances. It has cesarstone counter.
Large brand new dining table suitable for large family/big group.

Overview of Gem of the Berkshires. Mountain View. Short walk to lake & downtown.

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Great Barrington, MA
  • Popular LocationMahaiwe Performing Arts Center12 min walk
  • Popular LocationHousatonic River Walk14 min walk
  • Popular LocationSki Butternut9 min drive
  • AirportAlbany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)65 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs large bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Upstairs small bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest bathroom

Soap · Bidet · Toilet

Master bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Gem of the Berkshires. Mountain View. Short walk to lake & downtown.

A lovely house with gorgeous view of the Berkshire Mountains. Conveniently located near many attractions, such as Tanglewood & Jacob's Pillow. 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms (4 beds), 2.5 baths, sleeps 8. Rent entire two floors. Main floor has an open floor plan, making each room flow into another, including a spacious living room with a large smart TV, a fireplace pellet stove, an upscale & fully equipped kitchen, half bathroom, a dining area which opens to a deck with breathtaking view and a screened porch. The main floor also houses a master bedroom with a king size bed, an attached master bathroom (with deep bath-tub & a separate shower) and an office in a separate room. The upper floor has a bathroom with tub & shower and two bedrooms: one with king size bed, and the second bedroom has two queen beds (sleeps 4). The backyard has a large blue-stone paved patio, where you can recline, enjoy the view, barbecue, or sit by the fire pit to roast marshmallows. The house sits on 0.8 acres land is surrounded by trees to provide privacy. Enjoy the use of: 4 kayaks & 1 Canoe (you can roll it on an attached cart) to Lake Mansfield boat dock which is 300 feet away. This property is perfect for families, vacationing couples, or group of friends. House has central heating, AC units, smart TVs (in living room and all bedrooms) and high-speed internet access.

Property manager

Ephrat David

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Respect property. Leave it in the state you found
Neighborhood quiet hours are: 8:00 pm to 8:00 am.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property registration number C0103721130

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Great Barrington

Located in Great Barrington, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center and W.E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Housatonic River Walk and Ski Butternut. Travelling with kids? Consider Berkshire Botanical Garden and Hoffman's Pottery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Great Barrington, MA

What's nearby

  • Lake Mansfield Park - 8 min walk
  • Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center - 12 min walk
  • Housatonic River Walk - 14 min walk
  • Housatonic River - 15 min walk
  • Ski Butternut - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 36 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • 528 Cafe - 6 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 3 min drive
  • Great Barrington Bagel Company - 4 min drive
  • Barrington Brewery & Restaurant - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gem of the Berkshires. Mountain View. Short walk to lake & downtown. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Gem of the Berkshires. Mountain View. Short walk to lake & downtown. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gem of the Berkshires. Mountain View. Short walk to lake & downtown. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gem of the Berkshires. Mountain View. Short walk to lake & downtown. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gem of the Berkshires. Mountain View. Short walk to lake & downtown. located?

This family-friendly Great Barrington holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Mansfield Park, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center and Housatonic River Walk. Housatonic River and W.E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shari L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends at Beautiful Getaway
This property was beautifully styled and maintained. We truly felt like we were welcomed into someone’s home. The house was large enough for our group of 8 to spend time together and apart. The art, both inside and out, was quirky and lovely. The location is excellent for exploring the Berkshires area without being in the craziest parts of tourist activity.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Dave A., Queens, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Needs updated listing and some repairs
The location and layout of the property are great--10 min walk to the shops and such of Great Bsrrington in one direction and lovely Lake Mansfield in the other--BUT before we checked in, we learned the dishwasher was broken and could not be repaired, and after we checked in I learned the cart to move the provided canoe and kayak to the boat launch at the lake was not available. This was actually a huge disappointment as my family and guests were looking forward to this activity. The host suggested affixing the boats to our car--it was a rental, not a viable solution. In addition, the toaster was not functioning and the host kept multiple refrigerators under lock and key and monitored our coming and going via security cameras while I empathize with wanting to be sure your property is safe and your renters are abiding by rules, the cumulative impact was that I felt as though I was renting from a host who was deeply ambivalent about renting his property. At the price point of this rental, I would expect an accurate listing and frankly, had I known that the kayaks and canoes were not available I wouldn't have rented the property. I'm giving 3 stars because the location and property itself was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
We had a wonderful stay in this house. It has lots of space for a big family. It is updated, clean, and very comfortable. The location was great and the views were as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We felt like we were literally surrounded by mountains
I am very particular with cleanliness and this house was immaculate. Beds were extremely comfortable, property owner was extremely communicative and responded to us right away! The house was fully supplied with everything that I would normally be ‘schlepping’. Totally recommend a stay in this beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location, had everything that we needed!
House was very well equipped and comfortably fit our group of 9! Great location and owners were easy to work with and very accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Ephrat David

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We have been living in the Berkshires for more than 30 years. When our children left the nest, we started "filling the nest" with guests we enjoy hosting.

Why they chose this property

Location: 2 minutes walk to the lake, 10 mins walk to downtown, home to many delightful restaurants, shops, galleries, and theater venues (Mahaiwe Performing Arts & Triplex Movie Theater). This house is a short drive to Tanglewood, Jacobs Pillow, Shakespeare & Co. etc. During summer there are many activities & events every day for people of all ages. During the fall, the view from the house is even more stunning. During the winter you can visit nearby skiing resorts. The house is 8 mins drive to Butternut Ski area (3.8 miles), and 15 mins drive to Catamount ski area (8miles). Guests who have stayed at our house say the picture do not do it justice. It is difficult to describe how wonderful it is. Please read our reviews.

What makes this property unique

A home away from home. We provide more amenities than most, so that you do not have to bring so many things from your house (e.g paper goods, bathroom supply such as shampoo, soap, lotion, toothpaste, etc). We also provide detailed guides to our area, including things to do, massage/spa, art & galleries, historic homes, shopping & restaurants. kayaking, fishing hiking & biking.
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