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Peaceful, Newly Renovated Lakeside Cottage On Lake Garfield In Berkshires

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Serenity on Lake Garfield
Lake Garfield from the Dock
Lakeside Cottage in the Woods
Steps to Dock
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5118.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Monterey, MA
  • Ski Butternut
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Jacob's Pillow
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Great Barrington, MA (GBR-Walter J. Koladza)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful, Newly Renovated Lakeside Cottage On Lake Garfield In Berkshires

Sweet, newly renovated cottage, in a blissfully tranquil setting on Lake Garfield in Monterey, MA. Secluded, private, yet close to amenities, the cottage sits on a secluded 9 acre wooded lot along with one other house. 100yd walk to the private dock (shared with the other house). Monterey is at a higher elevation in the Berkshires (above Great Barrington), so the air is cool and refreshing during most of the summer. The cottage has been completely renovated and is equipped with WiFi and air conditioning. New, open-plan kitchen has full range of appliances, including dishwasher. Full-size front loading washer and dryer. Living room contains a plush L-shaped sofa, flat-screen TV/DVD player with Direct TV package, wood burning stove, and lounge chairs. Indoor and outdoor dining areas. Workspace with desk and bookcase. The master bedroom has a queen bed with high quality gel mattress, antique dresser and antique wardrobe. The spare bedroom has a queen on bottom/full on top/combination bunk bed, also fitted with high quality gel mattresses. Large porch with dining and lounging seating. Overhead fan and baseboard heat. Linens, blankets, pillows and towels provided. Outdoor lounge chairs, fire pit, propane BBQ grill, and x-large 2-person hammock. One Canoe and two kayaks.

A 15 minute walk from the cottage is the village of Monterey, MA. Dotted with pre-colonial buildings, it is a hidden jewel in the Berkshires. Within walking distance there is an honesty farm stand where you can get the freshest veggies, as well as a farm that produces goat cheese from their own herd. Monterey is home to the historic Bidwell Museum. Monterey is a 20 minute drive from Great Barrington, where you can find a large variety of restaurants, grocery stores, theaters and shops. In addition, all the attractions of Great Barrington and the Berkshires are at your fingertips: Tanglewood, Kripalu Yoga Center, Norman Rockwell Museum, Hancock Shaker Museum, the Clark Museum, the WE DuBois Museum and the Naumkeag Museum.
Natural beauty abounds. The Appalachian Trail is nearby for hikers, and beautiful back-country roads are here for bikers. Your neighbors will include owls, eagles, herons, ducks, and possibly a curious baby bear (please don’t leave food outside!). A perfect, soothing get-away.


Cottage Features

- Approximately 1,275 sq ft. Sleeps up to 5
- 1 queen bed in master bedroom. 1 queen bed/1 full bed (bunk) in second bedroom.
- Extremely comfortable gel mattresses
- Covered porch with sitting and eating areas
- Indoor and outdoor dining areas
- Propane BBQ grill with accessories
- Air conditioning
- Wood-burning stove
- X-large 2 person Hammock
- Outdoor lounge chairs with fire pit
- Fully equipped kitchen with new appliances. Full size range and refrigerator. Microwave and dishwasher. Toaster oven, basket type and individual pod coffee makers, blender. High quality pots and cooking utensils
- Full size front-loading washer and dryer
- TV with DVD and Direct TV package
- 900MHz speed Internet
- Fans
- Linens, bath towels and beach towels provided
- Hair dryer
- Landline phone
- Private dock (share with main house)
- Dogs under 20 pounds allowed. $150 cleaning fee

A note concerning cellphone reception. We are in a natural area, so cellphone reception may be limited to texting. Alternatively you can use Skype, WhatsApp or the landline for local voice calls.

Property manager

Frederique Magne

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets 20 lbs and under allowed with $150 cleaning
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number C0114151930

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Monterey

Located in Monterey, this cottage is in a rural area. Bidwell House Museum and Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ashintully Gardens and Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Monterey, MA

What's nearby

  • Lake Buel - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Ski Butternut - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Lee Premium Outlets - 21 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Jacob's Pillow - 23 min drive - 20.1 km
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 26 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Southfield Store - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Grouse House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Old Inn On The Green - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Gedney Farm - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Farmington River Country Store - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful, Newly Renovated Lakeside Cottage On Lake Garfield In Berkshires pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Peaceful, Newly Renovated Lakeside Cottage On Lake Garfield In Berkshires?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful, Newly Renovated Lakeside Cottage On Lake Garfield In Berkshires?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful, Newly Renovated Lakeside Cottage On Lake Garfield In Berkshires located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Bidwell House Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of McLennan Reservation and Dry Hill. Ashintully Gardens and Lake Buel are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So nice to come home to

Good communication from property manager, with a courtesy visit during our stay to make sure all was well. This is a comfortable cottage, definitely off the beaten track! We used the cottage as a base for exploring the surrounding area. Perfect to come ‘home’ to, during the cooler nights of autumn.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kaycee F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as described

Wonderful cottage! It’s exactly as described and on a cute quiet street. The property manager responded so quickly when we had a question. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing time away

My husband and I throughly enjoyed our week at this lovely cottage… everything we needed was there… our dog may have enjoyed this trip more than us… would definitely stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet calm in the forest

Quaint private cabin just a stroll from the lake. We enjoyed pieced up quiet Indian summer days and cool evenings. A great place to get away from the stresses of life.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Late summer vacation

My father, husband and I spent a lovely week at this Monterey cottage with our older dogs . We enjoyed lazy mornings chatting over coffee on the porch , kayaking around Lake Garfield and exploring quaint Berkshire towns. Kitchen is well equipped and TV room is comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great time

wonderful property. had a great stay and very responsive owner
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fritz F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

Everything was as described. We had a great time and are planning to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet cottage near lake

Cottage was clean, inviting and well appointed. We had everything we needed and our focus was on hiking, kayaking and biking. The location is tucked away off a private gravel road which is exactly what we wanted. Loads of fun family time when weather permitted and board games kept us laughing when stuck inside. We’ll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Few days at the lake

Spent a lovely few days at the cottage in the woods by the lake - paddling and fishing and enjoying nature. Very private and peaceful and everything needed for a time away, yet close to many Berkshire haunts and activities if desired!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nawal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Lakeside Cottage

Beautiful cottage by Lake Garfield. The cottage was very comfortable, clean and had everything needed for a peaceful and relaxing vacation. The cottage is part of a beautiful property on beautifully kept grounds. The host is very responsive and helpful. We can’t wait for our next visit. Highly recommend!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Lauren G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Ok Stay

Cottage was nicely renovated and good location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendid!

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage, as we found the cottage most comfortable, and its location perfect in every aspect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trisha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

We really enjoyed the cottage. It is perfect for a couple trying to get away and disconnect. We loved using the wood stove for the ambiance more than anything. The near by hiking, restaurants and small town atmosphere were just what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Ann W., Minden NV

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

I loved the cottage. It was equipped well and very private. I have absolutely no complaints and I would love to visit this property again for a longer period of time!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cottage in the Woods Overlooking a Lake

I loved it. Quiet, in the woods at the end of a dead end gravel road - no traffic. Lovely farmers porch to read and enjoy the wildlife and view. Fire pit in front yard. Property manager and owner very responsive. I was there in late fall so didn't use the kayaks and canoes available down by the lake. Met friendly neighbors on my walks. I definitely plan to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Woodland retreat

Very private, woodland sanctuary filled with birdsong. A lovely covered porch with comfortable chairs provided a great place to have morning coffee, read a book and watch the birds zooming among the trees. The cottage is well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Refreshingly peaceful

Very clean and neat accommodations. Plenty of variety in cookware. Well kept home. Loved the peaceful area where this home is nestled.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Relaxing Cottage

We had a lovely relaxing time at this cottage, whose location is a perfect mix of seclusion and convenience. The cottage itself is a quirky combination of new and old. Clean and comfortable, it was filled with many thoughtful details, like the wonderful bedding, buttersoft throws on the sectional sofa, nightlights, and lots of hangers. I did need to do some remote work while there (it’s hard to get away completely!), and was happy that the internet access was fast and reliable. As noted, the caretaker, Mike, was very pleasant, checking in to assure us he was around if we needed anything, but otherwise unobtrusive. During the course of our stay, temperatures ranged from low 30s to high 80s, and the cottage was comfortable throughout. The deep porch makes a wonderful outdoor space for rainstorms or hot sunny days. We ate meals out there, and used the rocking chairs to hang out and watch the wild turkey hen foraging in the woods. Great Berkshire vacation spot!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fairly Open Floor Plan

There was plenty of room to place the food and personal items throughout…plenty of room for 2 of us. Felt there could have been a few more items in The kitchen, such as cookie sheet and grill utensils, but we managed (we cooked most of dinners there for the week). Overall, it was a good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Ken M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful spot, very peaceful, no clear view of the lake, Mike the grounds keeper very helpful.

Peaceful location with partial view of the lake. Well stocked with linens and other products for laundry and bathroom. Close to places of interest and great hiking trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly What We Needed!!!

We were looking for a true get-away, where we could spend a restorative week doing as much, or importantly, as little as we chose. The Cottage was roomy, cozy, with very comfortable beds, a wonderfully hot shower with excellent water pressure, and a VERY fully equipped kitchen - which we greatly appreciated. We took daily advantage of the canoe and kayaks and explored the little inlets of Lake Garfield. Beautiful birds, a charming red fox and many cute little chipmunks made appearances during our stay. The comfortable rocking chairs on the porch made a great place to read on a rainy day with a cup of coffee - and later, a glass of wine. A pretty perfect stay in the beautiful Berkshires!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Polly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet hideaway

This cottage in the woods is very quiet and comfortable and has certain unexpected amenities such as gel mattresses, a washer and dryer and a gas grill. Despite the fact that we knew the cottage was not directly on the lake, it was still a bit of a disappointment to be so far away from it and to have to share a dock with the main house. Since the cottage is in the woods, the presence of spiders and other insects is a reality, especially around openings such as AC window units in the summer. All in all, we had a great time and were impressed with the renovation of the kitchen and bath. Monterey is also very well-situated for exploring the Berkshires. .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Deborah F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

rustic plus

the listing made it appear we could walk right out our r door into the lake. I stead,we had to walk down a steep set p if slippery steps to a narrow dock. the cabin smelled if mildew and there were cobwebs and old bugs on the floor . the roof had been damaged and was not repaired. the place needs new bedding, furniture an overhaul. ....
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highest recommendation

Convenient location, spotlessly clean and fully equipped. We had a wonderful time and look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, relaxing stay

This property is a lovely, quiet getaway in the Berkshires. Cottage has been totally renovated and is very comfortable. The cottage was clean with a kitchen that had everything we needed. Great wifi- another thing you don't always get in out of the way towns. The caretaker, Mike, was very responsive. We contacted him to say that the coffee maker didn't work and had a new one within hours. Lots of great hiking within 15 minutes of the cottage. Our suggestion for the cottage is a few night lights to make getting to the bathroom easier at night from the primary bedroom at the other end of the cottage. We brought our own as we always do. The photos are accurate- expect lots of steps down to the dock from the cottage. Space at the dock for multiple kayaks, canoes, etc. is limited. Know that the advertised Monterey General Store no longer exists, unfortunately. It is being turned into a Real Estate Office.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Frederique Magne

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What makes this property unique

If you are looking for a lake-side setting with privacy, tranquility and nature, yet within walking distance to a historic village with a gourmet general store, Lake Garfield Cottage is for you. And if you wish to enjoy the attractions of Great Barrington, Stockbridge, and the rest of the Berkshires, but want to stay in a peaceful setting away from the hubub of the summer crowds, you couldn't wish for better than Lake Garfield Cottage.

Languages:

English, French