Spectacular setting on your own private lake close to it all!
Lee, Strafford County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Spectacular setting on your own private lake close to it all! This is the perfect Berkshire home to swim, hike, leaf-peep, ski, sled, engage in the cultural attractions of the neighborhood (Tanglwood, Jacobs Pillow, Shakespeare and Co etc.), RELAX and get away only minutes to Stockbridge main st, Lenox and Lee. A 1/4 mile driveway takes you to a private vacation home on its own (2.5 acre) lake. A...
Spectacular setting on your own private lake close to it all! This is the perfect Berkshire home to swim, hike, leaf-peep, ski, sled, engage in the cultural attractions of the neighborhood (Tanglwood, Jacobs Pillow, Shakespeare and Co etc.), RELAX and get away only minutes to Stockbridge main st, Lenox and Lee. A 1/4 mile driveway takes you to a private vacation home on its own (2.5 acre) lake. A sophisticated aeration system runs 24/7, and keeps this one of the healthiest swimming holes in the Berkshires! The loudest sound is the water running out of the lake into the stream that empties into the Housatonic.The setting is gorgeous with a 5 person hot tub built into a large deck overlooking the water.The space:A large great room with a stacked stone fireplace is the center of activity. The house is 2500 sq ft, featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a large sun-room with a (brand new!) sofa bed with memory foam mattress for extra company.Totally open floor plan downstairs, you have a kitchen and dining area open to the Great Room, with a cathedral ceiling all overlooking the water.Outside is a large wrap around deck with a hot tub built into the deck. At night, you can take a wonderful soak while studying a sky that is filled with stars.There is also a fire pit to make s'mores, and plenty of open area behind and in front of the house for activities. There is a ping pong table in the back as well.The house sits on 36 private acres, with hiking, swimming and fishing as some possible activities. Across the road is a park that has additional hiking trails. And all this is in the heart of the Berkshires, less than 5 minutes from downtown Stockbridge and Lee and less than 10 to Lenox, and just over 10 minutes from Great Barrington. But TOTAL privacy!The Massachusetts Turnpike is 5 minutes away. Driving time to Boston is 2 hours, and New York City is 2.5 hours.Summer: We are 10 min to tanglewood, Shakespeare and Co, the Norman Rockwell Museum and 15 min to Jacobs pillow. A short drive (per above) to all the other wonders of the Lee/Lenox/Stockbridge/Great Barrington area!Winter: In the winter there is a huge sledding hill on our property right behind the house. We are 15 min drive to the awesome Butternut and Bousquet Ski Areas and 30 min to Catamount.Other things to noteArrival is 5:00 pm.Departure is 12:00 noonCentral air, and ceiling fans in every room.Turkeys, ducks, and Heron are your only neighbors.Floor Area: 2500 sq. ft.Occupancy: Suggest 6 (it is a three bedroom), 8 is possible comfortably (using the sun room which has a queen pull out) and there are beds for 11 but would be tight and subject to our approval (aka families with small kids this would be appropriate, 11 adults less so).Non smoking onlyChildren welcomeLocation Type: Lake View/Lakefront, water view/waterfront Theme: Away From It All, Family, Couples, Friends What we have: Central A/C, Basic Soaps, Internet Access, TV, Ceiling Fans, Clothes Dryer, Fireplace, Firewood, Hair Dryer, Heating, Linens, Local maps, Local restaurant guide, parking, towelsKitchen: Blender, coffee maker, cooking utensils, dishes/utensils, dishwasher, freezer, grill, microwave, oven, fridge, stove, toasterThe master bedroom is on the main floor which has a new King Size Four Season Mattress, overlooking the water. The new (2020) hot tub is on the deck outside the master bedroom. There is a full bath in the master bedroom. Sunroom has a queen sofa-bed There is a second full bath on the main floor as well. Upstairs are two bedrooms, one with a queen and a daybed/twin, and one with a twin over full bunk bed and a daybed/twin. There is a third full bath upstairs.Note that 100% of the cleaning fee is passed on directly to a local family-owned cleaning business, Berkshire Family Cleaning. Capacity:8 guests are welcome as long as at least 2 are children. No more than 6 adults.Lastly - know that if you are interested in MORE space close by, check out our other listing next door: Prop ID 2083033
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- WiFi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
- Blender
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor shower
- Kayak / canoe
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Satellite / cable
- Ping pong table
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
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
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Village
- Lake view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Sledding
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Health/beauty spa
- Outlet shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Extra beds/cots
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Lake view
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 5:00 PM
- Check-out: Before 12:00 PM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: Pets allowed
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Best (especially for month-long rentals) with 6 people given it is a 3 bedroom, it sleeps 8 comfortably, and 11 possible but best if some are kids.: Best (especially for month-long rentals) with 6 people given it is a 3 bedroom, it sleeps 8 comfortably, and 11 possible but best if some are kids.
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
- 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 C0102511500
About the area
Lee
Located in Lee, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Berkshire Theatre Festival and Mission House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Lee Premium Outlets and Guido's Marketplace. Berkshire Botanical Garden and The Bookstore are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Berkshire Mountain Country Store 6 min drive
- Lee Premium Outlets 6 min drive
- National Shrine of the Divine Mercy 7 min drive
- The Mount 8 min drive
- Tanglewood Music Center 12 min drive
Getting around
- Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center 22 min drive
- Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) 21 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's 20 min drive
- McDonald's 6 min drive
- Starbucks 6 min drive
- 51 Park Restaurant & Tavern 5 min drive
- Vivaldi's Pizzeria 5 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spectacular setting on your own private lake close to it all! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Spectacular setting on your own private lake close to it all!?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spectacular setting on your own private lake close to it all!?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Spectacular setting on your own private lake close to it all! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Housatonic River and Beartown State Forest. Greenock Country Club and Berkshire Theatre Festival are also within 3 miles (5 km).