Country Home with Babbling Brook and Pond View- Minutes to Berkshire East Resort

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View of house as seen from road near the brook

Welcome to Flight's End and the House of Thwing, established August 23, 1941

Pond across road from house with geese, hence the name Flight's End.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8106.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Hawley, MA

Hawley Bog Preserve

7 min drive

Berkshire East Ski Resort

14 min drive

Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster

14 min drive

Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal)

57 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd floor north bedroom

1 Double Bed

2nd floor south bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Cellar bunk room

1 Double Futon and 2 Child Beds

First floor bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

3 Bedroom house, known as Flight's End, is for rent by night (two-night minimum), weekend, week or month. Great for romantic get away or a family outdoor vacation. Not a party house. Fifteen minutes to Charlemont, Ashfield and Shelburne Falls. One hour to Amherst, North Adams, Pittsfield.

House is located on a brook and across the road from a private pond (not suitable for swimming). Fifteen minutes to Berkshire East for skiing and zip line tours or Zoar Outdoor and Crabapple Rafting for rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, zip line tours, etc. Kenneth Dubuque State Forest is a 5 minutes walk. Good for hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.

Drag a lawn chair over to the pond, fetch a glass of wine and watch the antics of geese, ducks and maybe a beaver while the sun sets beyond the pond. The babbling brook has places where kids can play in an old swimming hole, catch minnows, and build rock dams. House sleeps 6 - two rooms with double beds, one room with a queen bed. There's room in the basement for two more on twin bunkbeds if you don't mind a basement.

Newer appliances: House has a new Energy Star washer and dryer, gas stove and microwave. Mitsubishi heat pump for heat and AC added in 2017; fans available for upstairs bedrooms. Wi-Fi satellite internet is available and reaches the back yard and the nearby pond and brook areas. We have a gas grill, a small fire pit and a folding picnic table along with many outdoor chairs.

Property manager

Kirby R Thwing

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Kitchen

Washer

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Must be comfined in a portable cage if left alone

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 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 and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number C0084671290

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Charlemont

Located in Charlemont, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bissell Covered Bridge and Bridge of Flowers are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster and Land of Providence. Bald Mountain Pottery and Shelburne Falls Bowling Alley are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hawley, MA

What's nearby

Hawley Bog Preserve - 7 min drive
Zoar Outdoor/Deerfield Valley Canopy Tours - 13 min drive
Berkshire East Ski Resort - 14 min drive
Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster - 14 min drive
Mohawk Trail State Forest - 17 min drive

Getting around

Greenfield Station - 38 min drive
Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ashfield Lakehouse - ‬20 min drive
‪Elmer's Store - ‬20 min drive
‪Berkshire Pizzeria - ‬14 min drive
‪Countrypie Pizza Company - ‬20 min drive
‪Well's Provisions Cafe & Market - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Home with Babbling Brook and Pond View- Minutes to Berkshire East Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country Home with Babbling Brook and Pond View- Minutes to Berkshire East Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country Home with Babbling Brook and Pond View- Minutes to Berkshire East Resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Country Home with Babbling Brook and Pond View- Minutes to Berkshire East Resort located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Swift River, Hawley Bog Preserve and Berkshire East Ski Resort. Zoar Outdoor/Deerfield Valley Canopy Tours and Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

1 Sept 2024

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

Just as pictured

My partner and I were in MA to drop our eldest at Smith College for their first year. We chose Flight's End for the location and the fact that we were allowed to bring our pups with us. It was incredibly peaceful and just what we needed during an otherwise emotional time with such a big transition for our family.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista C.

29 Aug 2024

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

Wonderful week!

We had a great week.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ame

22 July 2024

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

Flights End is a wonderful oasis

So peaceful! Very comfortable & has everything you need. Loved having coffe in the morning & a glass of wine in the evening while watching the life on the beautiful pond. We would definitely visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

10 July 2024

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

Lovely Setting!

The house is on a very quiet and lovely setting. The “pond room” is the perfect place to enjoy the many species of birds (we saw/heard about 25 different species!) that visit the pond across the road. The house is lovely and cozy, stocked with everything we needed to eat, sleep and shower. You have to close the shower curtain completely, or the water will leak and cause it to “rain” in the dining room. That was the only setback. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

10 June 2024

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

Third year staying here

Comfortable, quiet and convenient country location. This is our third time staying at the property for fishing and exploring the Deerfield and Westfield rivers and we will definitely return.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Cecilia

28 May 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and quiet country setting but the home's furnishings are dingy and dated. The kitchen faucet leaked the entire time we were there. Notes on what to do or not do were all over the house which was a bit annoying. The expectation that we were to strip beds and do laundry when we left was too much. The beds in the musty unfinished basement should not be listed as possible sleeping locations.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis D.

13 May 2024

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

Spring 2024 Hawley House

Another great stay at Hawley. House never disappoints. Weather even cooperated. Thanks Again Lark! Lew

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

TARA M.

28 Nov 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Filthy

House had cobwebs and filthy light switches that’s just the beginning. Don’t stay here if you are a clean person. Also way too many chores why charges all the fees if you want the people staying there to do all the cleaning work? Pond across the street looked nice. They have you remove the sheets but fold up the bed spread, so I’m guessing they don’t wash they bed spreads? Same with pillow shams? Gross.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Desiree P.

5 Nov 2023

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

Peaceful Getaway

Flight's End was more wonderful than we anticipated. The home is cozy with all the things you need for a relaxing visit. We enjoyed the beauty of the area, the excitement of the pond (kayaking, otters, beavers and ducks) and took some of the helpful suggestions of our hosts. We will definitely be bac!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

29 Sept 2023

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

Peaceful country home with serene babbling brook!

Sweet house is in the middle of NOWHERE. Didn't see a car or other human for days but the serenity was perfect.The handicapped accessible ramp to sliding doors worked perfectly for my 89 year old mom. Her first floor bedroom had no steps (photo on the listing shows a couple steps but they're on the opposite end of the room leading to the quaint "pond-view room" complete with 2 pair of binoculars.)The house has everything needed with ample extra blankets,towels etc and everything imaginable in the kitchen except we didn't find flatware until checkout as that was in a drawer facing OUT of the kitchen,not IN. Queen beds in each of the 2 upstairs bedrooms were VERY FIRM so I had a cheap 1.5" get memory foam topper delivered along with groceries by Instacart.I have serious spine/back problems so usually pack an unopened 2" topper even for upscale hotels or the in the Caribbean.Its placed under the mattress pad so I leave it for comfort of next guests or as a "tip" for housekeepers.The house has a well organized book with instructions about everything. WIFI is sufficient but bring a booster if that's important for you.My family gathered for buriel of my sister's ashes nearby.The babbling brook was perfect for peaceful relaxation and we all enjoyed our stay despite the sad circumstances.Was able to bring my dog & could have pitched a tent if needed for more people. Host is very kind and helpful but not intrusive.This is a well-used homey house but not luxurious.Perfect for us!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alissa W.

14 Sept 2023

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

Great location!

We loved the location! The property was beautiful! Loved the pond & wildlife. The house was just like the photos. 3 comfortable bedrooms, and bare mattresses in the basement. (We all enjoyed the upstairs bedrooms.) The only bummer was that the washing machine was broken.... which was one of the reasons we chose this house, since we were in town for work and needing to wash our work clothes throughout our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maricela K.

4 Sept 2023

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

Best stars display and shooting star sighting

Even though we did not spend daytime in the house, the night celestial view was breathtaking. I don’t remember seeing so many stats ever, and the shooting star sighting was worth the mosquito bites. We hope to return soon. Thank you !

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

8 Aug 2023

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

Special location, very helpful and hospitable hosts

This house is exactly as listed and prior reviews characterize it well. The location is really beautiful - country road in the Berkshires near both an orchard for apple cider and dairy for yogurt they sell in our fancy Boston shops. The pond across the way is quite pretty, and the hosts are wonderful about access their kayaks and bike to explore the area, and helpful with stuff like the remote control, etc. The house was extremely clean, and comfortable. Deck/fire pit worked great outside with collapsible/portable table for dinner. We were in town for Zipline adventure at Zoar, and drove to Williamstown and back. Also did a big bike ride of the area (hilly, mostly dirt roads). Had we had more time, better weather we would have done some tubing in the Deerfield River. Berkshire East activites are just minutes away. Came out on Rte 2 and went back thru Northampton (to Boston), and saw the Dinosaur tracks on the way. Great drives, great long weekend. To manage expectations: - the stream behind is lovely and looks like a great place to explore but right now (late July 2023) the surrounding brush/trails are povergrown so tricky to access/see (i.e. with some work could be great swim hole/paths to wander) - pond was very pretty for kayaking, but the Canadian goose droppings were formidable - ensure you have good rubber-soled shoes/boots - basement rooms are really exactly as they look in the listing pics - AC worked downstairs but fans needed upstairs

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula O.

2 Aug 2023

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

Quiet and Comfortable

If you want a quiet getaway this place is great. Bring a large frying pan and a sharpe knife. Everything else for cooking in is there. We were comfortable using the first and second floor bedrooms. We did not use the basement sleeping quarters. The house had excellent information for restaurants and things to do in the area. I gave it five stars because we got exactly what we wanted.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 July 2023

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

Lovely spot for a long weekend!

Clean and quiet, it was a great place for a long weekend with family.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ken R.

31 May 2023

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

Getaway

Country home away from it all. 3 adequate bedrooms. Kitchen supplies except for salt and pepper. Couldn’t figure out how to use the television, even with instructions. A book of house “ RULES “ that would choke a horse. I felt like I was back in the army

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

6 May 2023

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

Another great stay

Nice, comfortable and quiet location. This is the second time I have rented this place to fly fish the Deerfield. Will definitely rent again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

30 Oct 2022

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

Great.

We enjoyed ourselves immensely, we did find out that the cider festival is next weekend. If we could find out what weekend next year, we would love to book for that weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mallory

13 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

6 Oct 2022

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

Peaceful

Perfect place to get away

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

2 Oct 2022

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

All of the amenities and more.

Great history through the house with notes about what things are. Bottle of Apple Cider was a sweet surprise. Beautiful views and comfy home.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

andy a.

18 Sept 2022

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

peaceful cabin

Home had older furnishings but was exceptionally clean, very quiet and serene. Excellent location to explore western Ma. Would definitely recommended, only complaint was that the provided sponge in the kitchen desperately needed to be changed :) Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maxim A.

5 Sept 2022

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

Great stay

This house is quiet and clean with beautiful surroundings. We didn't speak directly with the property manager, but they made the check-in and -out process clear and easy. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Charles D.

1 Sept 2022

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

Serene and close to the marathon venue.

We enjoyed our stay very much. It was our base for the marathon race. Walks with the toddler and dog were perfect with the pond nearby and ducks & geese in abundance. Beds were comfy. BBQ and back yard were great. We would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

10 Aug 2022

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

Great stay

Very clean, loved sitting by the pond in the morning drinking my coffee

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kirby R Thwing

My grandparents bought the property in Hawley in the 1920. I spent summers in Hawley as a youth. The family built this house in the 1980s and my kids grew up spending vacations there. Now the grandkids and young cousins come to visit. We want others to enjoy the house and the location as much as we do! My daughter is taking over the property, so we'll continue to host in the future.

Why they chose this property

I built this house for my parents to live in and planned to retire into it when they no longer needed it. I retired while they were still in it and I bought the house of my aunt and uncle, just up the road.

My cousin lives next door to me and just up the road from this rental house. He is a wealth of information about the area and the countryside. He'll be sure to stop by if you are outside.

What makes this property unique

What is unique about this area is its quiet - no stores, no street lights. But there is plenty of wildlife: ducks and geese, turkeys, moose, bear, deer, rabbits, hawks, foxes, loons, beaver, and coyotes. You get the idea, I think. The stars are very bright at night and the brook can be heard from far away. Trees, stone walls, ponds and streams abound. Hawley's population is a whopping 320 hearty souls. Just sitting and enjoying the sights and sounds of nature is rejuvenating.