Cozy house conveniently located in a quiet area near the village of South Egremont. Fresh air, natures beauty all together close to Great Barrington and 2 ski resorts. This house is close to one of the most beautiful parts of the Appalachian Trail as it travels through the Berkshires. Nearby are beautiful lakes, mountain views and waterfalls. There are amazing country roads with spectacular colors in autumn. The house contains the basics and has a spacious modern kitchen. Relax in the cozy den or the rustic living room. Even with its convenient location, it is quiet, and has been known to have a variety of wildlife around the yard.
Property manager
David
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
While smoking is not allowed in the house, smoking on the patio and outside areas is acceptable and allowed.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number c0339910900
About the area
Great Barrington
Located in Great Barrington, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center and Art et Industrie are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Berkshire Botanical Garden and Hoffman's Pottery. Charles H. Baldwin & Sons and Hotchkiss Mobile Studio are also worth visiting.
Catamount Aerial Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
Housatonic River Walk - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
Ski Butternut - 14 min drive - 13.3 km
Getting around
Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Great Barrington Bagel Company - 8 min drive
Bogies Restaurant & Pub - 9 min drive
SoCo Creamery - 8 min drive
Fuel Coffee Shop - 8 min drive
GB eats - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 5 Minutes from Catamount Ski Area pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at 5 Minutes from Catamount Ski Area?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5 Minutes from Catamount Ski Area?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 5 Minutes from Catamount Ski Area located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Catamount Ski Area, Jug End State Reservatio and Mount Washington State Forest. Catamount Aerial Adventure Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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We were only planning to be in the Great Barrington area for a couple of nights and needed a place that was comfortable and close to all the local places of interest. This home was perfect for our needs. It was close, clean, and our host David was very responsive. We'd definitely stay here again.
Location was very convenient to access the Appalachian Trail at several points for our week of day hikes. Property was clean and quiet. Easy access to towns for restaurants, etc. Would recommend this property for a budget conscious renter.
What a cozy home! Clean, spacious, and in a quiet area. The check in/out process was so easy, communication was prompt, and we appreciated the thoughtful amenities, such as the snack basket in the kitchen!
This cute house was roomy, clean, had a full kitchen set-up and snacks on the counter, plus it was extremely quiet. It was a perfect place to getaway for a weekend, near the quaint village of Egremont and hiking trails. Special shout-out to Mom's Country Cafe for delicious and filling breakfast! Check-in/out and communication was easy. We enjoyed our stay!
Older house with lots of character. We were there during a hot and humid spell and the upstairs was on the stuffy side but we were able to open most of the windows and get decent ventilation. There is a mini-split with AC in the kitchen but we had a hard time getting it to cool most of the house. We were in the area for a concert at Tanglewood and it was an easy drive. Overall a great little spot just probably a more comfortable stay in the fall and winter.
Davids's house was just as described. The location is very close to Catamount and made trips back and forth with little ones very simple. There is a ton of space with a family of 4, so it never felt crowded with all our ski stuff. A couple more chairs around the fire area would add to the charm. Housekeeping was easy to reach and helpful. We had a peaceful weekend away to ski.
Due to our overall medical conditions, was unable to stay at this house, due to the musty smell. Other than that was a great place and location. Just some people can't handle certain allergy triggers.
Betty B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Herbert D.
29 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Rustic
It was OK. Very musty odor permeates the whole house. Has nothing to do with cleaning chemicals. Many trip hazards do to the way floors were installed such as at top of stairs and at bedroom entryways. Stairs steep and narrow at the top. One small TV in the living room. High traffic noise during the day. House is close to the busy road. Shower is very slippery with nothing to grab on to. Mattresses and bed linens are low quality and not very comfortable. Comforters are synthetic and don’t breathe. Noise travels easily throughout the house.
If you are looking for rustic, basic accommodations, other than the musty odor, this is for you. Personally, I would not choose this house again.
We wanted to rent a house in the general Great Barrington area in mid-December, and this is an outstanding vacation rental for the price and time of year. The house was clean and fresh, good beds, everything works, no unpleasant surprises. We would rent this property again. The owners did a great job with the instructions, rules and local interests. Anyone else renting this property, I'd want you to know that the driveway is VERY hard to see, we drove into the driveways of both houses on either side of this rental property before we could see where our driveway was. To be fair, 9 inches of snow had fallen the day before. I would want other renters to know that the entrance to the property is in the BACK (owners, take note), so you would not end up like tromping through deep snow to the front door and wondering if we are still in the wrong place, that having been missing from the instructions. I'd advise the owners to place a cheap show shovel in the lean-to out back where the broom was all we had to clear a way into the house, as long as the snow removers are running late (we arrived late afternoon). But you don't travel to the mountains in winter and expect everything, we didn't, and seeing this region with a fresh blanket of snow, all dressed up for the holidays, made it a great trip. - John
Great spot close to Tanglewood and other Great Barrington area attractions
David and Yasmin were easy to communicate with and had great recommendations for the area. We had 5 adults in town for a show at Tanglewood and we all (plus a dog!) found the house plenty roomy and comfortable. Area was buggy but we brought our own citronella candles and sitting outside was very pleasant - the sky was so clear and full of stars our first night! Perfect accommodations and location for our trip.
Not a suitable lodging for hot weather or aged occupants
The backyard was idyllic. Overlooking a dairy farm and wildflowers. The property was clean. However 5 towels for 4 adults for 4 was unsatisfactory. Ended up using ‘hand towels’ for washcloths.
The shower/tub arrangement was negligent on the owner’s part. I’m 83 years old and there was a 24”-28” step over the side of the biggest tub I have ever seen to stand under a shower head from the ceiling without any non-skid footing. I had to use a local friend’s bathroom to bathe. I know that feature should have been disclosed prior to my renting.
Please, the a/c was one wall unit in the kitchen. One fan available. We roasted upstairs.
I had booked for a pet, but he passed away 2 weeks prior to our stay. No pets.
Great winter rental for the young.
This is a great location for a getaway in Western Massachusetts! The house is spacious with everything you need, the outdoor space is near perfect, and the towns nearby are picturesque. Yasmin was so friendly and responsive & the check-in process was smooth. We visited on a particularly warm weekend and were concerned because the property has no cooling or fans in most of the rooms, but found the farmhouse to be so comfortable even on a 94 degree day! We enjoyed our stay and would be happy to return again!
Kasey D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Malini
25 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location, lovely house. Enjoyed my stay and will visit again.
Our stay at this cozy house was lovely. It is on an open patch of property and quite private. If you have children, there are stairs to negotiate. The rooms are spacious and comfortable with a full kitchen. The town of Great Barrington is just 10 minutes away with lots of options for shops and dining. The paths near the house are delightful for short hikes. We would return for sure.
We enjoyed our stay at the house. Convenient location to the ski mountains and easy check in process. The heat works great, especially upstairs and the shower tub made for great memories. If the coffee pot is upgraded to a larger size, we will definitely be return visitors! Thank you for the great weekend!!
Great location to catamount mountain. Overall the house was clean a little outdated. Shower is in the Jacuzzi tub which can be difficult for certain people to get in-and-out of. If you're looking to a skiing perfect location. Please feel free to contact with other details.
David's house was perfect for our small group of 3 adults and 2 kids. It is just 5 minutes from Catamount Ski Resort and 15 minutes from Ski Butternut. The house is simply furnished but comfortable. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs and 1 downstairs. The full bathroom is upstairs and the shower is in the jacuzzi tub so you have to be careful climbing in and out. Kitchen is stocked for cooking simple meals. There is no dishwasher which was fine for us as we ate out for lunch and dinner. The backyard was great for exercising our dogs. Overall a very comfortable stay for our ski trip.
Leigh Ann L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
About the host
Hosted by David
I was previously a snowboard instructor at Butternut Basin in Great Barrington. Now, I am a high school history teacher who enjoys hiking here in the Berkshires and anywhere else beautiful. I like to snowboard challenging terrain and sometimes the parks, when my joints can handle it. I like to hang out with my pets, wife and kids.
Why they chose this property
It has a convenient location and it is fairly remote.