Name of object: Plainfield House | |
| USA - Massachusetts - Holiday House Plainfield | | Object number: | 39683 |
| Creation date: | 10.08.2011 |
| Type of object: | Holiday House, detached |
| Living area: | 251 m2 |
| Number of rooms: | 7 |
| Number of sleeping accommodations (sleeps): | 10 |
| Number of bathrooms: | 2 |
Rental Price229 US-Dollar per object per day
Price includes following expenses- Cleaning (daily)
- Cleaning (negotiable)
- Cleaning (weekly)
- Electricity
- Gas
- Internet flat-rate
- Telephone line (no call charges)
- Water
Description of objectExperience a Berkshire get-away in this huge secluded luxury modern house. It\\\'s the only house that is surrounded by 10,000 Acres of protected Hawley State forest. Escape from headaches and the rat race. No cell phone reception here! But we have WiFi and a house phone. We like to define our country home as a place to dream and relax. We care about your comfort and we think we are not only a place to sleep, but a real home for your lovely holidays.
The house is 2700 square feet, with 3 private bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (full bath [shower and tub] & a hot steam shower), a large living room with fireplace, and TV & DVD player. It has a one-car garage, central air-conditioning and wireless internet. The house also has a clothes washer and dryer, a smoker and BBQ grill, a screened in gazebo, 2 bicycles, a porch, Hallockville Pond just behind the house and 10,000 acres of marked trails to hike and explore.
Great for romantic get away or a family reunion.
Location of objectSeasonal Attractions: In the summer, the house is less than 1 mile from Plainfield Pond, with a kid-friendly sandy beach. Or simply, swim in the lake behind the house. Float down the Deerfield river which runs along the historic Mohawk Trail, on our inner tubes, play croquet on the lawn, BBQ on the patio, or use the row boat behind the house (and life-jackets). Guests are also welcome to eat from our tended tasty organic vegetable garden. In the winter, the house includes cross country skis, snow shoes and wood for the fireplace. It also has an indoor parking so you won\\\'t need to brush and scrape! We also have a make it yourself igloo kit. The house is 10 minutes to Berkshire East Ski Area (45 trails, 1180 verticle feet, and 5 lifts)and Notch View Reservation for cross country skiing. Southern Vermont ski areas such as Mt Snow and Sunapee are under an hour\\\'s drive.
Nearby Attractions: The house is ideally located close to Smith College (commencement in May) and all of the shops, restaurants and cultural activities of Main Street, Northampton. Also in the area is Tanglewood in Lenox, Mass MoCA is the largest center for contemporary arts in North Adams, Clark Art Institute & Williams College in Williamstown and Jacobs Pillow in Becket. Under an hours drive to Six Flags New England, Yankee Candle outlet, Springfield\\\'s numerous museums, the Shelburne Falls Bridge of Flowers and so much more that the Berkshires have to offer. Historic Deerfield and Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory are 30 minutes drive. Less than 15 minutes to Berkshire East for skiing in the winter which runs New Englands zipline canopy tours in the summer called Zoar Outdoor. As well, Moxie or Crabapple Rafting organize rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, zipline tours, etc.
Ski: Berkshire East Ski Resort - aka the Beast *^* Mount Snow *^* Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort *^* Bousquet Ski Area *^* Ski Butternut *^* Catamount Ski Area
Golf: Edge Hill Golf Course *^* Wahconah Country Club *^* Berkshire Hills Country Club *^* Forest Park Country Club *^* Goodnow\\\'s Chip & Putt *^* Beaver Brook Golf Club *^* Stamford Valley Golf Course *^* Waubeeka Golf Links *^* Taconic Golf Club *^* Worthington Golf Course
Town: USA, Berkshires, PlainfieldFrom early mills dotting the rural landscape in the 18th century, to the hydropower dams & factories of the 19th century, to the tap & die industry of the 20th century, Plainfield has been centered within the Berkshires, influenced by a unique role in regional, national & world history. Perfect for family summer vacations, reunions and celebrations. This is a leaf peepers delight! Hiker\\\'s heaven! Skier\\\'s retreat! Many hiking, biking and mountain biking, cross-country skiing and snow shoeing trails abound. Within Plainfield guests can go hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, watching wildlife, white water raft, zipline, admire the fall foliage, wild flowers & make picnics. Our regional bounty presents exceptional culinary experiences throughout the seasons. In Plainfield one can eat pancakes with real maple syrup when visiting the Massachusetts Maple Producers Association Sugarhouse, pick strawberries, or eat quality local organic farm fresh foods.
Link to our websitewww.homeaway.com/909390
Arrival and distancesArrival day: negotiable Distance to next airport: miles: Pittsfield Municipal Airport - Pittsfield, 20 Km Distance to next trainstation: Pittsfield Transportation Center. 1 Columbus Ave, 15 Km Distance to next motorway: Route 9 10 Km Distance to next shop: 0.5 Km
Sport facilities nearbyCanoeing, Climbing, Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horse riding, Hunting, Mountainbiking, Skiing, Snowboarding, Swimming,
Theme of holidays- Beach holiday
- Cultural and sighseeing holidays
- Family holidays
- Golf holidays
- Hiking holidays
- Holidays for singles
- Holidays on a farm
- Relaxing holidays
- Romantic holidays
- Skiing holidays
- Sport holidays
Total sleeping facilities and distributionTotal number of sleeping facilities: 5
- thereof 4 Double room(s)
- thereof 1 Triple room(s)
BathroomsNo. of bathrooms: 2- thereof Bathrooms with shower: 1
- thereof Bathrooms with shower and tub: 1
- 2 seperate WC(s)
External facilities of object- Barbecue
- Car Parking
- Garage
- Garden
- Private beach front
- Terrace
Internal facilities of object- Air-conditioning
- Central heating
- Chimney
- vapour-bath
Machines and equipment- Boat
- Cable-TV
- CD-player
- DVD Player
- Linen provided
- Permanent internet connection
- Radio
- Stereo
- Telephone
- Towels provided
- Tumble dryer
- TV
- VCR
- Washing machine
Kitchen facilities- 4 ring stove
- Dish washer
- Freezer
- Fridge
- Microwave
- Oven
ServicesOther- Handicapped: not suitable
- Seniors: suitable
- Children: welcome
- Pets: negotiable
CateringCatering: Self catered (extra)
Additional InformationDetailed Amenities: Sleeping : -2 king size beds, 1 double bed, a queen futon in the living room, a queen sleep number bed, an inflatable queen mattress, and two couches. Kitchen : -Fully stocked kitchen, microwave, toaster oven, dishwasher, refrigerator and freezer, coffee maker, electric stove and oven, and eat-in kitchen -Smoker BBQ and grill (for use on the patio please) -Everything you could possibly need for breakfast as well as a delightful dinner. Other Amenities: -Wood floors -Iron, Hairdryer, Radio, Harpsichord -TV and DVD player, amplifier with headphone jack -WiFi G Internet -Central air conditioning -Fans -Wood-burning fireplace with wood provided -Board games -Infant crib, wooden blocks and assorted toys -Pet and kid friendly
TV is capable of connecting to a computer. Telephone calling within the USA & Canada is FREE. DVD's, Games, puzzles, cards and more is provided. Winter snow plowing for easy access upto the property is included. |
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