This house provided the perfect setting for our family to get away for a few days. Within a relatively short drive you have access to so much of the beautiful Berkshires. We loved the house and it met/exceeded all of our needs! We would love to stay there again!

Had a lovely, quiet 3 night visit. The home was clean and well-equipped with everything we needed. Juan made the process easy and I would definitely recommend this property. Ken

We loved our stay in the house. The house was full of charm and with lots of outside space it was great escape to get away from it all. Loved sitting by the fire. Juan couldn't have been more helpful and communicative.

My family and I were looking for a place to get together within the state that felt like a getaway and this was perfect! We went ice skating, took walks in the area and were a short drive to local mountains and Bish Bash falls. The open kitchen/living room area was perfect for spending the evenings cooking and playing games in front of the wood stove which kept us cozy and warm. All the beds were comfortable including the pull out couch. Juan was extremely good with communications and answered any questions we had promptly. Thank you for opening your home to us!

What a charming home, where we enjoyed getting away into nature!

Our stay for new year’s eve was amazing. I was wondering there with my two boys in f 16 and 10. Juan was super responsive, the place is just like on the pictures and it’s well insulated and heated so even with winter weather we were nice and comfy. The lake shore is nice and there are tons of hikes in a 30m radius. The place has plenty of ustensiles and pans to cook and bake and Juan left some oil, and other stuff for us to use as well as some coffee. The beds are comfortable and there are plenty of extra blankets. The instructions on the guide might seem a bit overwhelming for winter but it’s actually very straightforward. Nice bonus, the sound system from the porch to the kitchen and living room with iPhone adapter. Made our new year’s eve evening really fun.

Our stay for new year’s eve was amazing. I was wondering there with my two boys in f 16 and 10. Juan was super responsive, the place is just like on the pictures and it’s well insulated and heated so even with winter weather we were nice and comfy. The lake shore is nice and there are tons of hikes in a 30m radius. The place has plenty of ustensiles and pans to cook and bake and Juan left some oil, and other stuff for us to use as well as some coffee. The beds are comfortable and there are plenty of extra blankets. The instructions on the guide might seem a bit overwhelming for winter but it’s actually very straightforward. Nice bonus, the sound system from the porch to the kitchen and living room with iPhone adapter. Made our new year’s eve evening really fun.

My husband and I stayed at Arco Sur Halloween weekend. The house was exactly as pictures on the site and it was conveniently located to Great Barrington, Lee, Lenox, Stockbridge and Pittsfield. To our surprise we woke up to 6" of snow our first morning! The view outside of the lake and trees was beautiful and peaceful. We were able to utilize the fireplace, surround sound music system, and kitchen. The bed was comfy and the bathrooms had heaters which is a great perk on cold mornings. Thank you Juan for your hospitality! We look forward to returning to Arco Sur in the future!

My husband and I stayed at Arco Sur Halloween weekend. The house was exactly as pictures on the site and it was conveniently located to Great Barrington, Lee, Lenox, Stockbridge and Pittsfield. To our surprise we woke up to 6" of snow our first morning! The view outside of the lake and trees was beautiful and peaceful. We were able to utilize the fireplace, surround sound music system, and kitchen. The bed was comfy and the bathrooms had heaters which is a great perk on cold mornings. Thank you Juan for your hospitality! We look forward to returning to Arco Sur in the future!

We enjoyed 11 nights in this comfortable lake house that felt much more like home than other VRBOs. The family really lives here, and we felt like we belonged too! Very well appointed and attractive. Don’t miss the spectacular morning reflections on the lake, or paddle out on it. One footnote: the Masspike is about 3/4 mile away. When winds blow out of the south, trucks climbing and braking are audible. Turn on a bathroom fan, and you can’t hear them.

We enjoyed 11 nights in this comfortable lake house that felt much more like home than other VRBOs. The family really lives here, and we felt like we belonged too! Very well appointed and attractive. Don’t miss the spectacular morning reflections on the lake, or paddle out on it. One footnote: the Masspike is about 3/4 mile away. When winds blow out of the south, trucks climbing and braking are audible. Turn on a bathroom fan, and you can’t hear them.

Superb location in a bucolic setting but close to needed amenities. A wonderful retreat.

We were seeking downtime and serenity and this was the perfect spot! Everything as advertised. Cozy log home with comfortable furnishings and a well equipped kitchen which made it easy to prepare meals. Mattress in master was very comfortable. Property was very clean. Enjoyed the screen porch for coffee in the morning and for dinners and sunset, even when the temperature dropped to 34! Owner responsive to questions. Would love to return in the summer and use the lake. I appreciated the fact that the trees were left in place to afford privacy from the lake.

We were seeking downtime and serenity and this was the perfect spot! Everything as advertised. Cozy log home with comfortable furnishings and a well equipped kitchen which made it easy to prepare meals. Mattress in master was very comfortable. Property was very clean. Enjoyed the screen porch for coffee in the morning and for dinners and sunset, even when the temperature dropped to 34! Owner responsive to questions. Would love to return in the summer and use the lake. I appreciated the fact that the trees were left in place to afford privacy from the lake.

Quiet Hideaway!

What a magical location and place! The house is beautiful. It is as advertised and more! Juan is helpful, kind, and resourceful. I look forward to going back.

Nice cabin in the woods. Very private and quiet location. Air conditioning was a nice perk since it was quite warm while we were there, although the nights cooled off beautifully.

We had a wonderful time at this house. The lake was so peaceful- we really enjoyed rowing on the lake in the evenings. The back porch was a wonderful place to eat, play games, and read. The kitchen was well-equipped, and the rest of the house was clean and comfortable. We spent a week here and were able to go on a few nearby hikes, as well. We recommend this house if you’re looking for a peaceful week away!

Juan's house is located on a small motor-free lake bordering a wooded community. The house has high ceilings and is clean and comfortable. There are board games and a canoe, row boat, and kayak for guest use, which we did multiple times. There is also a grill which made a great addition. Perhaps our favorite attribute was the screened in back porch. It was very relaxing to sit on the porch and enjoy the breeze and look out on the water. Juan was very easy to reach and helpful during our stay. I would recommend anyone who stays here bring some bug spray and sunscreen. Leave your streaming devices at home and enjoy the natural beauty around the area. We had a great four night stay!

Clean, cozy and relaxing! Owners were great to deal with and the house was even better than advertised! Will be booking again!

My family and I had a wonderful stay at the house. The property was private and peaceful. We loved the screened in back porch for playing games. Just perfect time and would definitely stay again next year.

The home was a wonderful place for us and our friends to come and enjoy the wonders of the Berkshires. Sophie, our Golden Retriever had a lovely time in the water every day. A definite place to relax and enjoy the silence of the country.

Our group consisted of 3 female former coworkers, one of whom now lives in MA while 2 of us are in western NYS. Once a year we meet up somewhere in between to catch up. Overall, we had a very good time and enjoyed the house and area. We were there 3 nights, and spent the days exploring towns in the area (Lenox, Stockbridge and Great Barrington). Each was maybe a 20-30 minute drive from the house but a very easy, relaxed drive. The weather was VERY hot, but keeping the house closed up while we were gone during the day and then opening it up in the evening, along with the ceiling fans, worked well. We enjoyed the large, screened porch in the mornings and evenings. A few things that could have been better: upon arrival, the house was not as clean as we would have liked, especially considering there is a $150 cleaning fee. There were only 2 wash cloths, for 3 guests, as well as only 2 hand towels, and the towels had seen better days. We had trouble getting the Wi-Fi to work, and once we got it, it said the network was not secure, so we did not use it. We were asked to take our trash with us; there were some instructions on the wall about using the dump, but they were unclear (needing a vehicle pass?) so we ended up taking it back to NYS with us. (Thankfully it was not stinky trash!) Note that there is no true view of the lake (a little bit from one end of the porch) and the furniture near the lake, while picturesque in the photos, is extremely worn and dirty as to not be usable. In other places I have rented, the owners had a 3-ring binder full of information about the house and area and I would suggest that here. While there was information, it was not all in one place, and for instance, we had a hard time getting the TV to recognize the DVD player and figure out which remote(s) we needed. There are a LOT of players and remotes; having clear instructions and maybe labeled remotes might help. We finally did get it to work, and later found some instructions that had fallen behind the TV, but again, a binder for all might be handy. These are things that could be improved upon, but I want to emphasize that we did have a good time and it is a nice house, in a VERY quiet neighborhood. The owner (Juan) was very easy to work with; I am sure we could have contacted him with questions about the TV, trash, etc., but chose not to. When making the reservations he was always quick to respond, and our security deposit was promptly refunded after the trip.

Beautiful home with beautiful views of the lake

We had an excellent stay at South Arches :-) We would definitely recommend a stay. Spacious and cozy . We were 2 families for a total of seven people. Plenty of space. Great location nestled in the woods with water views over looking a small lake, less than 20 minutes to Otis ski area. Easy access to many areas of the Bershires. Juan was attentive and checked in on occasion making sure all was ok. A great time by all!

My family and I spent a long weekend here in the winter. Nice and quiet, cozy fireplace and probably a ton of fun in warmer weather as it is right on the lake. Unfortunately, no streaming tv/music is allowed but if you're looking to completely disconnect, this is the place for you! Owner was very reachable and accommodating.

We had a great time in your house...thanks for everything. 😊

We enjoyed our time and would recommend the cabin, and look forward to renting again. Thank you Jaun for sharing your beautiful home.

Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful home with us! We had a wonderful 4 days...went canoeing, hiking, swimming, saw a show at Tanglewood and played games on the screen porch. The house was clean, well stocked and oh so comfy! We will definitely return.

We had a wonderful time at Arco Sur. The house was perfect for our four adults and four kids (ages 3, 3, 11 mo, 4 mo). The kids had a blast on the open lawn and canoeing.The location was great for all summer Berkshires attractions and we loved having dinner on the screened in porch! We will certainly think about coming back next summer!