Summary:
This home features both modern finishes & New England charm. Large open great room, chef's kitchen & brick fireplace. The property is three lots with two tranquil wildlife ponds. Becket Woods is a magnificent community where the natural state of the land has been preserved. There is also a pond with a 1,000-foot beaver dam left in its natural state. The community lands offer more than five miles of hiking, snowshoeing & x-country skiing trails in addition to the private acreage owned.
The Space:
Celebrate New England Hearth Life! Snuggle in front of a roaring fireplace with views of pristine Berkshires forestland, relax with a game of cards, board games, a great book, or catch up on your favorite streaming shows while enjoying serenity, total privacy, and nature in all its glory - not a single other property or home is visible. The living room includes a large, plush leather couch, two comfy chairs, two poufs, a large hearth/fireplace, high-vaulted ceiling, and a gorgeous rug for warmth - all furniture and accessories are *brand new.* The room includes chess and backgammon sets, board games, and a large flat-screen TV with wifi connection for streaming. The living room looks out on an expansive lawn, a rolling goldenrod field where butterflies dance and towering hemlock trees.
This open-concept kitchen with stainless steel appliances makes entertaining easy. There are views of woods in every direction including above sink. Breakfast bar seating for three, and a beautiful wet-bar/island that seats two, make preparing meals fun. Coffee lovers will enjoy the 12 cup drip coffee pot.
There is a dining area with seating for up to eight guests to enjoy those home cooked meals.
There are a total of two bedrooms to accommodate guests during your stay, for easy planning here are the bedroom layouts:
-The first level of the house features the master bedroom with a queen size bed and infant pack n’ play.
-On the second level you will find a bedroom with two queen beds.
-In the loft area on the second floor you will find a twin daybed.
-Children may be comfortable sleeping on the sofa and/or pull-out chair in the main room.
There are two full bathrooms. The master bath ensuite on the first floor has a shower/tub with sliding door. The upstairs bathroom is a standing shower and a new vanity.
Continue to enjoy the fresh mountain air outside as the log cabin sits on 13 acres of verdant forest biodiversity. Guests can enjoy a large open grass lawn (perfect for frisbee, touch-football, picnicking or even small weddings), at night, the sky dazzles with stars, and the grounds twinkle with fireflies. During warm months, the lawn is framed by a goldenrod field that fills with butterflies. A short path connects the lawn to a small pond that is fed by a babbling brook and surrounded by tall hemlock, oak, birch, and beech trees. The brook connects to a second small pond, also on the property. Perfect for meditating, yoga sun salutations, or simply taking in the forest sounds of croaking bullfrogs, rushing water, and wind rustling through tall trees. The ponds are filled with wildlife: salamanders, frogs, minnows, tadpoles. It's even possible to ice skate (at your own risk) in winter. There is also a magical treehouse (for young visitors only). It's possible to never leave the 13 acre property, but the home is also part of Becket Woods, a community that includes access to a swimming pond with sandy beach, playground, picnic gazebo, clay and hard tennis courts, basketball court, and five miles of trails for hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
Other things to get excited about:
-Private drive with plenty of parking
-Bedroom on the first floor, perfect for guests with limited mobility.
-Forced air heat
-There is a long dirt driveway that ends in a circular drive in front of the house. During the snow season, guests may find it most comfortable to use the driveway with an appropriate vehicle for snow conditions.
The Neighborhood:
Down the street from the world-famous Jacob's Pillow dance center, and the iconic Dreamaway Lodge restaurant, bar, and music venue (which hosted Bob Dylan and Joan Baez). This property has the best of total seclusion while having all the amenities you'd want on vacation and access to the country's finest arts and culture. Only 25 minutes from Tanglewood, 15 minutes to the Lee Premium Outlets, 30 minutes to Butternut Ski Area & Tubing Center (perfect for families), less than 10 minutes to Canterbury Farms cross-country skiing, and Berkshire Fishing Club.
Other Things to Note:
We look forward to welcoming you soon!
Standard rules like not using the baseboard heat, no smoking, no partying and being respectful of the neighbors apply.
Please be aware that the Berkshires has seen a significant presence of ticks this year. As a precaution, we recommend that you and your fellow guests use insect repellent containing DEET or another effective tick repellent. Wearing long-sleeved shirts, pants tucked into socks, and closed-toe shoes while exploring outdoor areas can also help minimize exposure.
No sweat on accidental & reported damage! Your rental includes an accidental reported damage waiver fee up to a maximum of $800. The cost to repair any accidental and reported damage to the rented property including any missing or broken items up to a maximum of $800 will be covered at no charge to you as long the damage is reported to your Host before you depart.
*Damage caused by pets is not covered by the accidental damage waiver.
