Spectacular 88-acre Berkshires Retreat w/ Tennis Court - Family Friendly
Sheffield, Custer County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Spectacular 88-acre Berkshires Retreat w/ Tennis Court - Family Friendly Enjoy your vacation in a beautiful historic house located in the heart of the Berkshires. Located two and a quarter hours north of New York City, this circa-1770s center chimney colonial will charm and delight your family and guests. The rarest of New England homes, with historic bones and bright contemporary additions, Augu...
Spectacular 88-acre Berkshires Retreat w/ Tennis Court - Family Friendly Enjoy your vacation in a beautiful historic house located in the heart of the Berkshires. Located two and a quarter hours north of New York City, this circa-1770s center chimney colonial will charm and delight your family and guests. The rarest of New England homes, with historic bones and bright contemporary additions, August Moon sits on 88 acres of private and peaceful land in the heart of the Berkshires with mountain views from various parts of the property. Just steps away from beautiful hiking trails, it features a perfect blend of new and old, urbane and rustic, and with an eternal quality that is felt throughout the home and the vast property. Enjoy western views of Mount Race and Mount Everett from the grounds, or explore the walking trail through the woods. The trailhead to Racebrook Falls can be accessed by walking down the dirt road where the house is located.With 3100 sq. ft of wood floors and cozy decor, this spacious house was renovated with two additions: sunroom with master bedroom above, and a gourmet kitchen. The original portion of the house includes a den with fireplace and 42" plasma tv with satellite surround sound home theater system. Built-in bookshelves have loads of great reading and an eclectic DVD library that should have something for everyone. The Parlor is a wood-paneled room with a wood-burning stove, opening up to a small deck with Adirondack chairs for lounging. This is a great room for entertaining with a stereo, turntable, and vinyl record collection. Connecting to the parlor is the traditional dining room which has a table that can seat 10 and a candle fireplace.A bright sunroom opens up to a back patio with teak outdoor furniture, an umbrella, and vast flower gardens that bloom in every season.In the Master Suite, wake up to beautiful mountain views particularly spectacular during fall foliage season, and go to bed relaxed after taking a soak in the private master bath jacuzzi. Bath and shower products and candles along with luxurious bath robes complete the experience. Vaulted ceilings, cherry hardwood floors, and walk-around deck make this room a relaxing retreat. All bedrooms feature down comforters, high thread count sheets and fans. All bathrooms feature hair dryers, robes, plush towels, Shampoo, Conditioner and Shower Gel. Bedrooms: In addition to the spacious master, there are three guestrooms with great architectural details like original wood beams and hardwood floors. The upstairs landing with skylights and gas stove features a day bed perfect for reading in the afternoon. Kitchen: The gourmet kitchen features top-notch equipment like a WOLF eight-burner stove and is fully stocked with cookware, utensils, barware, dishware and other essential cooking tools. A secondary kitchen with another refrigerator makes entertaining for larger groups easy. Flower gardens are in abundance and you will be enticed to the hammock to unwind and soak in the incredible mountain views. After playing a round of tennis on the clay court, enjoy a glass of iced-tea on the outdoor porch furniture at the tennis house bar. Or retreat to the shaded seated area behind the cutting garden or shady hideaway under the canopy of the weeping Katsura tree.Other amenities include: walking trails, tennis court, two fireplaces, wood-burning stove, gas stove, air conditioning in the tv room, master suite, sunroom, and kitchen. WI-FI, cable HDTV, DVD, VCR, stereo, CDs, Jacuzzi tub, microwave, dishwasher, linens, washer/dryer. The three-story garage features a ping-pong and pool table game room on the 2nd story. In the garage, find bikes and helmets for kids and adults, and loads of outdoor games like bocce, croquet, corn hole, badminton, and more. A kids' outdoor playhouse and secret playroom in the twin bedroom are great places for the little ones to play.Smoking is **strictly not permitted.** Large Parties are prohibited. *** No Longer accepting Wedding Inquiries. Keywords: skiing, snow, fall foliage, tanglewood, berkshires, mountains, hiking, tennis, peace, privacy, country roads, escape, country living.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
- DVD player
- Video library
- Stereo
- Music library
- Game room
- Pool table
- Ping pong table
- Foosball
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
- Garage
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- River
- Mountain
- Ski in/ski out
- Village
- Mountain view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Rock climbing
- Rafting
- Horseback riding
- Mountain climbing
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Game room
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Tennis court
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Mountain view
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
Beach
- Beach towels
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
- Ski-in/ski-out access
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Highchair
- Travel cot
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's toys
- Playground
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Wood stove
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Video library
- DVD player
- Music library
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Up to 23 kg per pet
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Phone
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a village
- Near a hospital
- In the mountains
- On a river
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Billiards/pool table
- Ski-in/ski-out access
- Table tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Bicycles
- Foosball table
- Snow sports gear
- Tennis
- Cycling nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Bicycles
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Garden
- Unit size: 3,800 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Families love it for
- Kitchen, playground, games room, skiing nearby
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
- Note from host: An Event Fee will apply for any parties or events
- 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 C0119902670
About the area
Sheffield
Located in Sheffield, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Ashley House and Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include W.E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite and Scoville Memorial Library. Travelling with kids? Consider Harney and Sons Tea Tasting Room, or check out an event or a game at Lime Rock Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Catamount Ski Area 15 min drive
- Ski Butternut 22 min drive
- Lime Rock Park 23 min drive
- Bash Bish Falls State Park 25 min drive
- Taconic State Park 37 min drive
Getting around
- Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) 42 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's 18 min drive
- Industry Kitchen 17 min drive
- Caddie Shack 15 min drive
- The Frog 11 min drive
- Picante S 15 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spectacular 88-acre Berkshires Retreat w/ Tennis Court - Family Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Spectacular 88-acre Berkshires Retreat w/ Tennis Court - Family Friendly ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spectacular 88-acre Berkshires Retreat w/ Tennis Court - Family Friendly ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Spectacular 88-acre Berkshires Retreat w/ Tennis Court - Family Friendly located?
Located in the mountains, this Sheffield holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 3 miles (5 km) of Mount Everett State Reservation and Housatonic River, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Mount Riga State Park is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.