Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes!

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Hancock Vacation Rental | 4BR | 3BA | 2,115 Sq Ft | Stairs Required for Access

Dining Area | Dishware & Flatware Provided

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

9.4

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15196 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Gym

Parking available

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Hancock, Massachusetts

Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort3 min walk
Pittsfield State Forest13 min drive
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center16 min drive
Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Additional Sleeping (Game Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Situated in the town of Hancock, 'Whistling Birches' offers guests 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a prime location just steps from the Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort, and ample in-home amenities that provide a comfortable and convenient vacation experience. Spend your days practicing slaloms down the slopes, then return home and ease your muscles with a dip in the hot tub! Prepare dinner in the fully equipped kitchen or fire up the BBQ before relaxing under the stars by the warmth of the fire pit.

-- THE PROPERTY --

C0354931210 | Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Free WiFi (10 Mbps)

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin/Full Bunk Bed, Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Game Room: Sleeper Sofa

JIMINY PEAK AMENITIES: Fitness center, tennis court, heated outdoor pool, indoor hot tub
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, DVD player, wood-burning fireplace, dining table, en-suite bathroom w/ jetted tub, board games
KITCHEN: Breakfast bar, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster oven, toaster, complimentary snacks, drip coffee maker, knife block, blender, Crockpot
OUTDOOR SPACE: Furnished deck, hot tub, gas fire pit, gas grill
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning/heating, high chair, Pack 'n Play, white noise machine, baby monitors, hair dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board
FAQ: Stairs required for access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), 1 exterior security camera (facing outdoor entry)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), parking area (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

TO DO & SEE: Clark Art Institute (12.0 miles), Shaker Museum | Mount Lebanon (12.1 miles), Berkshire Museum (12.7 miles), Arrowhead Museum (14.9 miles), Hancock Shaker Village (15.3 miles), MASS MoCA (16.8 miles)
HIT THE SLOPES: Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort (1.0 miles), Bousquet Mountain Ski Area (19.0 miles), Pineridge Cross Country Ski Area (19.0 miles), Berkshire East Ski Resort (35.4 miles), Ski Butternut (35.5 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Ramblewild Adventure Park (2.5 miles), Balance Rock State Park (10.3 miles), Pittsfield State Park (13.6 miles), Mass Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary (23.5 miles), Monument Mountain Reservation (31.1 miles)
DRINK & DINE: Old Forge Restaurant (7.5 miles), The Marketplace Cafe (12.2 miles), La Fogata Restaurante (12.2 miles), Flavours of Malaysia (12.2 miles), District Kitchen & Bar (12.4 miles), Elizabeth's (13.7 miles)
AIRPORTS: Pittsfield Municipal Airport (18.5 miles), Albany International Airport (38.6 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Due to the homeowners' severe allergy to smoke, please only use the Dura flame provided
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located on the porch, facing outward toward the entryway. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Pool

Hot tub

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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, a security system and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number C0354931210

About the area

Hancock

This holiday home is located in Hancock. Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort and Waubeeka Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Zema's Nursery and Berkshire Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Hopkins Observatory and Bousquet Ski Area.

Hancock, Massachusetts

What's nearby

Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort - 3 min walk
Pittsfield State Forest - 13 min drive
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center - 16 min drive
Tanglewood Music Center - 39 min drive
Mount Greylock - 39 min drive

Getting around

Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 23 min drive
Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪Old Man Jeff's Barbecue Company - ‬23 min drive
‪The A / The Back 9 - ‬22 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min drive
‪Ginos Pizza and Grill - ‬20 min drive
‪Norte Azul Cantina - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes!?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes! located?

Located in Hancock, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pittsfield State Forest and Mount Greylock State Reservation. Zema's Nursery and Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

John M.

25 Apr 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LMS

Came for the Lift Maintenance Seminar. The property was overall great, no major complaints. The two things that were less than ideal was a lot of the dishes were not clean, I'm guessing the previous guest put them away that way. And the hot tub water was low, we tried to fill it but the hose spigot was turned off. Other than that we had a great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

4 Feb 2024

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

Ski Trip

Great location and condo. Very spacious and clean. Short walk to the slopes for ski in/out. Communication with owner was excellent.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C., Oakland

14 Aug 2023

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

Lovely family getaway in the Berkshires

We stayed here in August of 2023 with a family group of 7 and it was an excellent set up. The great room had plenty of space for games, meals and TV watching and the downstairs den was a perfect video game space for the young adults. We really liked being at Jiminy Peak and did some hiking and the ropes course. I’m sure it would be ideal during ski season. We also explored the Berkshires nature (Mt. Greylock) and culture (Mass Museum of Contemporary Art, Tanglewood). It was a bit of a drive to the grocery store but there’s a nice convenience store with snacks and drinks at the base of Jiminy Peak. The owners were very thoughtful in providing all the information we needed and a nice gift basket on arrival. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James A., Northport, NY USA

26 Feb 2023

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

Excellent Home. Had everything we needed. Host was great. Wonder home

Loved our stay. Great house for our family. Would very much stay again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron S., Canton, Ma.

8 Feb 2023

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

Family Ski Weekend

Beautiful spacious home. Well stocked. Appreciated the two common rooms for separate activities. Short walk to ski trail.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Sasha

8 Feb 2023

Great house for family and friends right by the slopes of Jiminy Peak.

This was a friends and family get-away for a milestone birthday--multiple families, multiple kids (including a baby). What we loved: - You can walk to the slopes, which you can also see as you sit in the hot tub on the deck and watch the night-skiers--perfection! - There is everything you need for babies / toddlers--a beautiful, spacious nook next to the master bedroom with a bed, a night-light, a sound-machine (that is so effective that we could party loudly downstairs without disturbing the baby), and an audio baby-monitor. The kitchen has baby cups, plates, utensils. There are even gates for stairs / play spaces, if you're into that. - Hosts are incredibly responsive and follow-up to make sure you're well taken care of. - The house is comfortable--plenty of rooms, all spaced out so no one is on top of anyone--there's a beautiful open area for social gatherings and meals. The only thing that was meh: Parking spots limited (we could fit 3-4 cars if we parked horizontally--though it was a pain to get in an out). Technically only two spaces and the rest have to park down at the mountain (a 15-20' walk or a quick 3 minute drive).

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

21 Nov 2022

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

Great space for large group

Rental was everything we needed for a large group stay! Plenty of bedrooms and nice big communal living space. Outdoor space with hot tub and fire pit are also amazing. Not the most to do in the area but some great sandwiches shops and coffee! If I was in this area again I would rent this property again!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria

11 Oct 2022

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

A group of 14 people stayed at this house, including children and adults. We felt safe and secure in this house. The house is beautiful, the linens and towels were clean, and the beds were very comfortable. The communication with the homeowner was beyond expectations. He was available to answered every question we had. The scenery was beautiful! Quiet, peace, joy, and happiness in a nut shell. We visited this place the first week of October and were able to experience the beauty of Autumn. We would love to come back in the future and invite more family and friends.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Lizaury P.

6 Sept 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

The house is not as seen in photos, in fact it is much smaller. It is also too much the charges the

I really wouldn't recommend it, it's not worth a lot of money. There are more beautiful, comfortable and cheaper houses.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilda F.

8 July 2022

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

Enjoyed our stay

We were a group of 11 adults and a baby . It was a family outing we enjoyed the stay the house was as good as shown in the pictures. Micheal is a good host answered the phone whenever we called. It’s a beautiful place to enjoy with the family and friends would recommend to all my friends. And definitely will visit it again. Thanks Michael.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022