Serene Berkshire Artist's House

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Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Sheffield, MA

Mount Everett State Reservation

15 min walk

Mount Riga State Park

5 min drive

Bash Bish Falls State Park

25 min drive

Great Barrington, MA (GBR-Walter J. Koladza)

14 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

Masterbed

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful, comfortable artist's house, that is tastefully furnished. Located on a very quiet 5 acre property abutting Mt Everett State Reservation with Race Brook runs past the house. A 2.5 hour drive from New York City and Boston. You can just relax, hike, visit concerts in Tanglewood or go fine dining.

This is a 3 bedroom (2 beds, 1 sofa-bed and 1 toddler bed) and 2,5 bathroom house. The living area is light and has an open floor plan with an open wood-burning fireplace and a gourmet kitchen. There is a large lawn with outside seating and BBQ. Fast cable internet allows for working fully remotely. Washer and dryer are in the basement.

Local Attractions: 5 minutes from Appalachian Trail, 15 minutes from stores, restaurants, theaters and Lake Mansfield in Great Barrington, 10 minutes from Catamount Ski Center, 35 minutes from Metro North to Grand Central, 30 minutes from Tanglewood, Hancock Shaker Village, Berkshire Theater Festival and Jacobs Pillow, 60 minutes from Colonial Theater and Berkshire Museum, 75 minutes from Mass MOCA and Clark Art Institute.

Children's Activities and Day Camps: Blue Rider Stables, Flying Cloud Institute, IS 183 Art School of the Berkshires, Berkshire Museum, Animagic – Museum of Animation Special Effects.

Property manager

Juergen Frank

Languages

English, German

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Similar properties

Lots of natural light in the living room

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Please ask about details.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Due to serious allergies pets are not permitted.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

CANCELLATION POLICY: If cancelled 7 days or more prior to the check-in date, 50% of the rental fee (incl. additional guest fees) will be refunded.

By booking this property you are agreeing to all terms and conditions.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number C0051732670

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sheffield

Located in Sheffield, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Scoville Memorial Library and Ashley House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Catamount Ski Area and Catamount Aerial Adventure Park. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.

Sheffield, MA

What's nearby

Mount Riga State Park - 5 min drive
Catamount Ski Area - 15 min drive
Ski Butternut - 23 min drive
Bash Bish Falls State Park - 25 min drive
Taconic State Park - 38 min drive

Getting around

Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪Caddie Shack - ‬16 min drive
‪Industry Kitchen - ‬18 min drive
‪Picante S - ‬16 min drive
‪The Frog - ‬11 min drive
‪Great Falls Brewing Company - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Berkshire Artist's House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene Berkshire Artist's House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Berkshire Artist's House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene Berkshire Artist's House located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Mount Everett State Reservation and within 6 miles (10 km) of Mount Riga State Park and Jug End State Reservatio. Thom Reed UFO Monument Park and Housatonic River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

18 Dec 2023

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

Loved Our Stay

We loved our stay. The home was perfect for resting and relaxing. The setting was beautiful. Clean, updated and great for a family or a group of friends. We look forward to our next visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

5 Nov 2023

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

Enchanted Cottage

We loved our stay at the Undermountain cottage in the woods. It’s a special place with lots of loving attention to detail. The house is both charming and spacious with a great kitchen and comfortable beds. Great hiking and biking and close enough to restaurants and shopping too. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

2 July 2022

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

Beautiful home and setting

Beautiful home and setting! We highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sofya M.

29 June 2022

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

What a Joy!

We tremendously enjoyed our stay in The Undermountain House. The host was hospitable and responsive to all of our needs and questions. We would love to come back yet again. Thank you so much for sharing your paradise with us! -Olivia, Chris and Sofya

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lara M.

13 June 2022

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

Charming

Charming country spot. Very private if that is what you are looking for.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Susan B.

21 Apr 2022

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

Wonderful location

As so many reviewers report, this is a very pleasant and beautifully decorated house. We found much to do in the region – many places to walk, some fascinating historical sites like the W.E.B. DuBois homesite, the River Walk in Great Barrington, several Trustees properties. Juergen offered many ideas for things to do and places to eat in the region.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

24 Oct 2021

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

Beautiful Berkshire wooded private location. Artistic. Autumn leaves, babbling brook fantastic.

Loved setting, cabin and nature.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

7 Sept 2021

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

Wonderful & Woodsy!

House and host were perfect … a great centralized location to take in the all that Berkshires had to offer. Highly recommend!

Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

16 June 2021

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

Beautiful for all seasons

Just the right amount of privacy, access to activities nearby, well stocked kitchen and firewood pile! Owner was very communicative and helpful throughout.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

31 May 2021

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

Great location in the woods!

The house was clean and kept up well. We appreciated the uncluttered yet interesting decor/art in the house. It was a great location to access many hikes - both in the backyard and surrounding area. Loved hearing the sounds of Race Brook.

Stayed 14 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claude S.

25 Apr 2021

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

Streamside Oasis

The peacefdul woodland setting is enhanced by the soothing sound of Race Brook just a few yards away. The house is bright and roomy and decorated very tastefully. There is clearly an artistic temperment at work. Our stay could not have been more comfortable and the location near Salisbury and Great Barrington meant easy access to first rate shopping and restaurant amenities. Lots of hiking trails and nature preserves just a few minutes away. The owner was helpful and responsive. All in all, a great Berkshire experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

P Benjamin D.

7 Apr 2021

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

Charming cottage in the woods

This is an impeccably appointed cottage in a beautiful area conveniently situated between the Berkshire attractions of Great Barrington, Lenox, and Stockbridge to the north and Litchfield County, CT to the south. Comfortable and simply decorated with an artist’s flair, this had everything we needed for a relaxing extended weekend stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

23 July 2020

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

Lovely stay

As advertised, very relaxing and lovely house. Thank you Jurgen.

10/10 Excellent

Ava S.

1 July 2020

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

Wonderful home!

We had such a lovely time in Juergen’s well appointed and beautiful home. We found everything we needed in the kitchen, and the whole property provided such a calm and quiet respite. Very close to wonderful Berkshires establishments. Juergen was prompt and responsive to any questions we had. The home is truly graceful and comfortable and was perfect for our family of 4. It felt very private and safe for kids to run around in the yard, you hear the creek babbling at the back of the property from inside the house! It’s truly very special, calming and comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

22 Aug 2019

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

Beautiful hideaway surrounded by nature

Juergen’s home is a meticulously maintained, well-built retreat with a garden and a lovely front porch if you just want to sit outside and take in the beauty around you. The interior is bright, uncluttered, and thoughtfully appointed. The well-organized kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals, but we ended up eating out most of the time. The house is about 15-20 minutes from Great Barrington, but there are smaller towns that are a bit closer. The Stagecoach Tavern, located at the end of the house’s long wooded driveway, has excellent food and occasional live music. (You can’t hear it at the house.) If you enjoy hiking, Race Brook Falls trail is nearby. In all my years of renting, I think I have never had a host as responsive and welcoming as Juergen. I highly recommend Undermountain House!

10/10 Excellent

David S.

23 Aug 2018

A proper home away from home

A charming house in the woods, off the beaten track, with all the character and amenities of a proper family home. Though there were times when we wouldn't have minded air conditioning, the fans and open (screened) windows kept us comfortable in the heat, and allowed us to enjoy the babbling of the nearby brook, the sound of the wind in the trees, the music of the cicadas, etc. We loved our time here.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Ed J.

5 Jan 2018

Picturesque Setting

We had a lovely, relaxing time at the Under Mountain House. The house is well appointed and lacks nothing in regards to accommodation. The layout is great for any number of guests with the bedrooms upstairs and the living/dining down. It is well located and despite feeling like you're out in the country is very close to nearby towns and villages. Wonderfully picturesque. We spent most of our time in the living room by the fire as it was brutally cold outside and snowy. This was exactly what we had planned to do and we were not disappointed. If we have any criticism of the house at all, it's that the living room furniture could be a bit more cozy. The sofa was nice, but the two side chairs were impossible to sit in comfortably. Overall, we really enjoyed our time and felt rejuvenated after our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

4 Aug 2017

Beautiful home in peaceful location

My husband and I stayed at this beautiful home recently. You will notice as soon as you enter how impeccably clean the house is. It was in a great location to do some hiking and just get away from it all. We spent our days hiking in the morning and relaxing at the house in the afternoon listening to the brook running nearby. We went to several of the recommended restaurants, including the Stagecoach tavern just at the end of the driveway. In addition to being very convenient, the food was excellent. We would definitely stay here again. Just perfect!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

John R.

19 July 2017

Very nice house in private setting and excellent host

We have rented several homes in the Berkshires so have some perspective. This home is very well laid out and extremely well located for those seeking to cover all of the Berkshires, including Connecticut and NY. The home is very set back in the woods so very private and quiet. The kitchen and bedrooms are well-equipped and tastefully decorated. Juergen, the owner, was also very helpful and responsive when small things arose. Just to give this very positive review some credibility, I'd add the following minor observations: (1) more comfortable seating on the first floor would be helpful; (2) while it was not particularly hot during our week, I was not aware the home does not have AC and I can imagine it might get hot in warmer conditions; (3) cable TV would be nice (but the wi-fi signal was very strong). Overall, this is a very very nice home that is obviously carefully cared for and it was a pleasure to occupy it for a week.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott J., New York City

24 Feb 2017

A wonderful home in the Berkshires!

My wife and I along with our two children enjoyed a lovely long weekend at this beautifully furnished country home. The property is conveniently located to the local ski hills (Catamount and Butternut) and was only a few hour drive from NYC. While we decided to take advantage of the well equipped kitchen there were also several high quality restaurants close by (especially the Stagecoach Tavern). The beds were very comfortable and the wood burning fireplace was perfect after a long day outside. Juergen was very responsive and helpful. We look forward to coming back sometime soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Almut A.

3 Aug 2016

Great stay in the Berkshires

Wonderful House in beautifull environment! We came from Germany and had a great 5 days stay with our family! There were plenty of things to do and visit nearby as tanglewood, MassMoca, Hancock village and the nice town of Great Barrington. Also there are wonderful hiking trails in the area. Thanks a lot that Mr. Frank has let us stay in his well equipped and very tastefully decorated house ! Kind regards - herzliche Grüße Almut

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joanna R.

28 Aug 2015

A quiet Berkshire retreat - near lots of activity

My husband and I stayed for three nights in this artist's house to attend a nearby wedding. We were SO happy that we rented this house rather than stay at an inn or B&B! This home is beautiful, CLEAN (barefoot clean), bright, spacious, tastefully decorated, and has an extremely well-stocked kitchen (even a Viking four burner stove for those inclined to cook). When you see it for the first time, it's a lovely surprise: the forest opens to a sunny, spacious lawn with wildflower gardens and the house. The surroundings are quiet, peaceful, and relaxing; yet, you have easy access to many quaint Berkshire towns and outdoor activities. It is exactly as described and pictured, and even better.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alan S., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA

28 Aug 2015

A DREAM GETAWAY

We spent two glorious weeks in this house in Sheffield at the end of July and beginning of August, 2015. Turning off S. Undermountain Road (Rte. 41) up a long, unpaved drive we arrived at a clearing where the house sits surrounded by profusions of black-eyed susans and day lilies - a promising start. Once inside the house we were immediately struck by how pristinely clean and comfortable it looked, an initial observation that held up to further scrutiny. The house is well-provisioned and despite one week of muggy summer heat, plenty cool without the benefit of air-conditioning. The many windows and tight screens allow lots of airflow and have the added benefit of keeping out the bugs. The downstairs includes a living room, dining room and kitchen that are filled with light even on rainy days. The open space plan allows for a very comfortable roost between dashes to Great Barrington (10 minutes) or Tanglewood (25 minutes). There's a lovely Juliet balcony off the master bedroom suite that overlooks the gardens and two additional bedrooms, one of which was helpfully outfitted with a crib. The beds were comfortable, bathrooms well-designed, and there was plenty of hot water and towels. The kitchen was stocked with anything one could need to cook up a meal and the gas grill was easy to use for those of us who do not have one at home. I can't say enough about the owner, Juergen, who was readily available to answer any questions via e-mail. He was unfailingly helpful and responsive, not to mention patient with us as we fumbled with the appliances during the first day of our stay. The house is a bit isolated but we rather enjoyed the solitude. If you tire of your own cooking, a comfort food meal is available just a short walk down past the end of the driveway at the nearby Stagecoach Tavern. The restaurant is attached to the Race Brook Lodge which also offers live music in their barn. At the top of our list for best places to stay in the Berkshires, Sheffield itself is a less explored gem in South County, and if sampling the local spirits interests you, the Big Elm Brewery and Berkshire Mountain Distillers are only a short hop away. Beautiful bike rides and hikes are close by, as well as farm stands in the NY state area that were a revelation as this house is close to the NY state border. All in all, a truly relaxing getaway.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Todd P.

8 July 2015

Great home in the Berkshires

We had a fantastic week in Juergen's home. Tucked away in the forest with the sounds of birds chirping and a stream flowing close to the house, it was the perfect tranquil getaway. The home has everything you'll need to relax but is clean and clutter free. We'd come back in a heartbeat!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann Q.

27 June 2014

Lovely and Restful

The pictures of this home didn't do it justice! It is even more spacious and serene than it appears in the pictures. The owners provided great information about area attractions and restaurants, and the house was perfectly clean when we arrives. The kitchen was extremely well equipped and a pleasure to cook in. Right out the back door are wonderful hiking trails with a crystal clear stream. We felt pleasantly secluded but not in the middle of nowhere; a high end restaurant is just a five minute walk down a country lane, and a designer cup of coffee is an 8 minute drive at The Marketplace Cafe. We enjoyed every minute, and will definitely return.