Mountaintop Modern Home, spacious living areas, outdoor venues & lovely vistas
Shelburne Falls, Chittenden County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Mountaintop Modern Home, spacious living areas, outdoor venues & lovely vistas Meadow & Fern is a private Eco-friendly mountaintop home located in the Northern Berkshire Village of Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts (two miles from our property). Completely private with panoramic views and rolling meadows of native fern, wildflower and grasses. Meadow & Fern is the ideal location for a weekend of fun...
Mountaintop Modern Home, spacious living areas, outdoor venues & lovely vistas Meadow & Fern is a private Eco-friendly mountaintop home located in the Northern Berkshire Village of Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts (two miles from our property). Completely private with panoramic views and rolling meadows of native fern, wildflower and grasses. Meadow & Fern is the ideal location for a weekend of fun with friends/family, a week-long adventure getaway, or reunion. Beautiful accommodations, perennial gardens and mountain vistas make this property a delightful retreat. Spacious living areas indoor, large deck with panoramic views, patio with 4 burner gas grill, lawn areas large enough for a game of softball, soccer, frisbee etc. and river swimming within walking distance from the property will suit all your entertaining needs. A short and scenic drive will take you to area private schools; Northfield Mt.Herman, Stonleigh Burnham, Deerfield Academy and Eaglebrook, Colleges; UMass, Smith, Amherst, Hampshire, Williams, Mt. Holyake and MA Liberal Arts and art museums; MASS MoCA, Sterling & Francis Clark, Smith College Museum and Williams Collage Museum, all short day trips. Berkshire East is a four season adventure resort, a close 8 miles, while Mount Snow and Stratton Mountain ski areas in Vermont are less than one hour away.If privacy is important, we are the perfect location. Meadow & Fern borders 629 acres of Mass Audubon Society land preserve. Hiking trails, a babbling brook, groves of pine and the famous High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary can be accessed directly from our grounds. Just a few steps away from our entrance you will find the junction of two rivers, The North and The Deerfield, which merge to create a famous local swimming area known as Sunburn Beach featuring amazing rock formations and a river sand island. Here you can enjoy river swimming and warm rock sunbathing. A short walk will take you to the entrance to Catamount State Forest. On your hike you can discover the stone walls and foundations of the original Catamount community, boulder caves, the Farley family cemetery and the pristine McLeod Pond. We are close to wildlife sanctuaries, hiking trails, swimming, biking, skiing, river rafting and zip line activitiesA short 2 miles will take you to the Village of Shelburne Falls home of the famous Bridge of Flowers, Glacial Potholes, Salmon Falls, shopping and many amazing dining experiences. The Village downtown and surrounding areas were significant set locations for two movies, The Judge, staring Robert Downey Jr & best supporting actor recipient Robert Duval and Labor Day staring Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin.Our electricity is powered by the sun with geothermal and passive solar heat & hot water. Breathtaking vistas include Catamount Mountain State Forest to the north and the Berkshire Mountains to the west.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Toaster
Outside
- Outdoor furniture
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / cable
- DVD player
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
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
Location type
- Village
- Rural
- Mountain view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Water tubing
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Rafting
- Mountain climbing
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Ecotourism
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Mountain view
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 3–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Children must be 7 years or older. Infants are okay. The house is not toddler proof. Younger children by prior arrangement with host.: Children must be 7 years or older. Infants are okay. The house is not toddler proof. Younger children by prior arrangement with host.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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: Property access for the listed guests only.
- 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 C0105822680
About the area
Shelburne Falls
Located in Shelburne Falls, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hawley Bog Preserve and Bullitt Reservation, while White Barn Studio and Double Edge Theatre are cultural highlights. Bald Mountain Pottery and Shelburne Falls Bowling Alley are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Nearby locations
- High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary 1 min walk
- White Barn Studio 2 min walk
- Glacial Potholes, Shelburne Falls 3 min drive
- Bridge of Flowers 3 min drive
- Shelburne Falls Bowling Alley 3 min drive
Getting around
- Greenfield Station 18 min drive
- Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) 74 min drive
Restaurants
- Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters 11 min drive
- Subway 16 min drive
- Pine Hill Orchard 13 min drive
- Mocha Maya's 4 min drive
- Floodwater Brewing Co. 4 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mountaintop Modern Home, spacious living areas, outdoor venues & lovely vistas pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Mountaintop Modern Home, spacious living areas, outdoor venues & lovely vistas?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mountaintop Modern Home, spacious living areas, outdoor venues & lovely vistas?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mountaintop Modern Home, spacious living areas, outdoor venues & lovely vistas located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps away from High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary and White Barn Studio. Deerfield River and G. William Pitt House and Collection are also within 10 minutes.