10/10 Excellent
William G.
23 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Windsor cottage
William G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Entire home
Beautiful N. Adams-Williamstown Lake House
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8190.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
North Adams, MA
- Windsor Lake Park7 min walk
- Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art5 min drive
- Natural Bridge State Park5 min drive
- Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful N. Adams-Williamstown Lake House
Windsor Cottage is a relaxing, lakeside retreat located on Windsor Lake in North Adams, MA where you can enjoy your own private waterfront! You will feel like you are in the middle of the forest, yet you are in walking distance to the town, Mass MoCA and Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts as well as many bars and restaurants. In addition, it is a 10 minute drive to Williamstown, Williams College and the Clark Art Museum. Wander through ancient forests on a hike up the tallest mountain in Massachusetts, Mt. Greylock. Visit several nearby treetop adventure parks or go white water rafting on the Deerfield River. The 24 acre lake offers non-motorized boating, swimming and spectacular fishing. A row boat, a canoe, 2 kayaks and 2 paddle boards are available for you to explore the lake and take in the views of the Hoosac and Appalachian Mountain ranges, including Mt. Greylock. On Wednesday evenings in the summer you can sit on your deck and enjoy concerts that are held in the pavilion across the lake. There is a public swimming area, a snack bar and a playground across the lake as well. The home offers a large great room for relaxing and dining, a fireplace, a well equipped full kitchen for all of your cooking needs, one and a half baths, comfortable beds, a huge deck and a spectacular screened in porch where you can relax the night away or take a nap on a unique, twin sized porch swing. Spend a cozy evening cooking s’mores around our outdoor fireplace or cook dinner on our outdoor grill. You can entertain yourself and your family with a multitude of games and over 200 videos. Cable television is provide as well as wifi and three Roku televisions. Cell reception is excellent. New in 2022, we have an eco friendly mini-split air conditioning system and new for 2023 a stacked digital washer and dryer unit and a newly renovated spa like bathroom. Windsor Cottage is a great place to enjoy all of what the Berkshires and Southern Vermont has to offer as the only three bedroom lakeside rental property in the North Adams/Williamstown area. July and August stays are Sat. - Sat. Note: Two ring doorbells with security cameras are in use on the exterior of the property. One at the entrance to the house and one on the shed.
Property manager
Terri
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Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
A maximum of 8 people at any time.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house, on the deck or porches.
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
Note from host: A maximum of 8 people at any time.
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 C0060272090
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
North Adams
Located in North Adams, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Mohawk Theater and MCLA Gallery 51 are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include North Adams Public Library and Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum. Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum and Hopkins Observatory are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
North Adams, MA
What's nearby
- Windsor Lake Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Western Gateway Heritage State Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
- Natural Bridge State Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Williams College - 14 min drive - 10.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Burger King - 4 min drive
- Domino's Pizza - 5 min drive
- Pedrin's Dairy Bar - 8 min drive
- Papa Gino's - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Wilma R.
8 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay
Wilma R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Linda O.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot!
Linda O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ross H.
2 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Lake House Vacation!
Ross H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patty W.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Williams College Graduation Trip
Patty W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Tania S.
6 July 2016
Great base for 2 families for reunion weekend
Tania S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016
10/10 Excellent
LeAnn B.
23 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Lake Getaway
LeAnn B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Konnie G.
29 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
Konnie G.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
larry s.
22 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sweet cottage at the lake
larry s.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
bruce t.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
rest peace and quiet
bruce t.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy T.
2 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Mini lake stay
Kathy T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judy F.
23 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Little Taste of Paradise
Judy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Konnie G.
11 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Konnie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marie D.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem in the Berkshires
Marie D.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
26 Sept 2018
Very Relaxing
Amy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
19 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The good life
Susan S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
Susan K.
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lots of people enjoying the lake
Susan K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Konnie G.
30 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Konnie G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
gloria z.
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1 week stay
gloria z.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
16 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family trip!
Susan S.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Pamela T.
2 Sept 2016
Lovely cottage on Windsor lake!
Pamela T.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016
10/10 Excellent
Gina D.
18 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Getaway
Gina D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laurice A.
28 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet mornings on the lake
Laurice A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
16 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great week!
Susan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Thuat T.
28 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Beautiful House with Great Activities Available
Thuat T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
About the host
Hosted by Terri
We purchased Windsor Cottage in September 2013 from the couple who built it 35 years prior. It was a well loved family retreat, but had not been updated since it was built. Despite the decor, we recognized it as a very special place. We spent 9 months bringing it into the 21st Century, while striving to make it inviting and comfortable. For fun and comparison, we have displayed pictures of each room prior to the renovation throughout the home. It has become a place that we enjoy with friends and family to celebrate life and relax. We have decided to share the home with others so that they can experience the unique beauty and tranquility of Windsor Cottage as well.
Why they chose this property
My husband and I grew up in the Berkshires and we both have fond memories of time spent at Windsor Lake. When the rare chance to purchase one of the few lakeside properties came up we jumped at it. North Adams is the smallest city in Massachusetts, but there are hundreds of cultural and natural attractions in the area and Vermont is only about a 15 minute drive North. No matter what you want to do, golf, ski, shop, tube, fish, take in a play, visit a museum or take a scenic drive, you can do it from here. If you want to visit a big city we are only 2.5 hours from Boston or 3 hours from New York City. Our location truly encompasses the best of both worlds!
What makes this property unique
We fell in love with this property immediately when we walked in the door. There is something special about the place. My favorite pastime is to sit and watch the water and see how it changes from day to day and moment to moment throughout the year and to take advantage of the many hiking trails that can be accessed from the property. The house has been designed for relaxation and enjoyment and we continue to make yearly updates and improvements.
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