“Elterwater”-Swan lake. Your own lakefront oasis, a true Berkshire getaway

Property grounds
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, table tennis, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

About this house rental

Situated in Berkshires, this lovely house for $285 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. One of the very few waterfront homes available for rent. What other houses offer you 150 feet private lakefront where you can awake to birdsongThe absolute best house in the best little town for the full Berkshire experience. If you want your own totally private oasis, and a whole house to yourself, leaving crowds and hassle behind, come up to this lovely, quiet, lakefront Berkshire house with a Zen-like feel, just a mile from the center of Sheffield. Just sit and listen to the silence. Immaculately behaved, non-shedding, totally house trained small dogs welcome. Ask about special rates for longer stays. Perfect location for all Berkshire activities, including Tanglewood and Jacob’s Pillow, plus Shakespeare and Company, Norman Rockwell, The Mount, Berkshire Botanical Gardens. Light-filled, year-round lakefront house (150 feet on private lake with own dock). with fireplace and fire pit, all decorated in mid-century retro style and immaculately clean. Think 'Walden,' think 'On Golden Pond.' Two bedrooms with A/C—one queen-sized bed, two twins, two full baths, living room with fireplace, dining area, kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, den with pull-out couch. Water softener, plus screened in porch, full laundry room, two car garage, fire pit, comfortable outdoor seating for five plus two—and all on the most blissful private 150 acre lake with wonderful fishing--bass and pike--and just a mile off Route 7, Sheffield, handy to everything and spotlessly clean. Cleaned, bleached and treated with UVC wand sanitizer. Self checkin and checkout. Lake is natural, pure and lovely to look at (but not good for swimming due to natural vegetation). Canoeing, fishing and kayaking are great. Your own dock and 150 feet on the lake. Kayaks and canoe. Ping pong table! Electric bikes available to rent. Dog walkers available!! You can work from home here. WiFi, 5G, good cell reception, slightly rare in the Berkshires., Smart cable tv. Spectrum service. This is a slice of heaven! Everything you need for that perfect Berkshire getaway—we can give lots of tips for top-notch local restaurants and things to do. Local owners readily available to answer questions and make recommendations. Great local hiking on closeby Appalachian trail, great biking (we have 4 good bikes), wildlife observation (meet our otter and nesting bald Eagle), riveting local history (Shays Rebellion, Mum Bett), local swimming recommendations. Very convenient for Berkshire School and Hotchkiss parents. Also convenient for nearby Litchfield County, Conn, including Music Mountain events, plus Lime Rock Park racing. Further west, Hudson, NY, is fun to explore, along with houses like Olana, built by Frederic Church of the Hudson River School. You will never run out of things to do here—or nothing at all—whatever you want. Bliss!!!!

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Berkshires, MA

Reviews

4.9/5.0
Outstanding(150 Reviews)
5.0
Nov 2023
We loved it! the house was perfect, neat and clean and great windows to look out on the lake. The property manager was super easy to work with and gave us some great recommendations. If i'm ever back in this area, this is where I will stay!
5.0
Oct 2023
Great stay! The fish were biting and the foliage was beautiful. Watched the kingfishers and the eagle. Neat as a pin home with everything I needed. Thanks Dr. Gillian!
5.0
Oct 2023
We loved it! the house was perfect, neat and clean and great windows to look out on the lake. The property manager was super easy to work with and gave us some great recommendations. If i'm ever back in this area, this is where I will stay!
5.0
Oct 2023
This was a lovely and spacious home in a beautiful waterfront setting! A perfect place for our family trip to nearby bucolic Norfolk CT wear my grandparents once lived and my mom grew up (hiking Haystack Mountain and Campbell Falls is highly recommended). And this house is close to Great Barrington (excellent Thai restaurant in GB) and everything GB and the Berkshires have to offer. We also enjoyed the Frog restaurant just a few minutes from the house in Sheffield (excellent food!). And the house was a comfortable place to land after our day trips. House has everything you need. The setting on the lake is just beautiful. And one of us had the marvelous experience kayaking on the lake one morning and a hot air balloon descended over the lake and seemed to almost touch down in the water before ascending again, just stunning! (We looked online and apparently there is a nearby hot air balloon business, very cool). Sunrises over the pond we’re stunning, and sitting for breakfast with the view of the lake was perfect. Check-in and out was easy, and owner was very communicative. We loved this place and we will be back!
5.0
Aug 2023
we enjoyed our stay but the bugs outside the property were very disturbing.
5.0
Aug 2023
These are the things we loved about this property but there were so many more - comfy beds , lots of little spaces to hang , light filled rooms , and the nicest homeowner . We loved our stay and we will be back!
5.0
Jul 2023
This home has plenty of space for relaxation as well as being well equipped.
5.0
Jul 2023
My stay on Bow Wow Road was such a WOW that I found myself missing it like home when I got home. From start to finish the communication with Gillian was prompt, pleasant and exceedingly helpful. It was obvious she cared about the experience of her guests and comforting to know that she was on hand should anything arise... but of course, nothing did, because she has thought of everything. I walked into a warm, welcoming space with a beautiful view and several cozy rooms and outdoor spaces to enjoy, including boats to explore the lake! Such a charming and ideal location to check out a lovely, interesting part of the country. My only complaint is that I intended to rent a spot to tackle some writing goals, but that was hopeless considering the endless options for entertainment in the area! A memorable stay. I hope I can return some day, because I barely scratched the surface of the Berkshires and cannot think of a more pleasant place or thoughtful host.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Berkshires?

The average price for a rental in Berkshires is $272 per night. This rental is $13 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at “Elterwater”-Swan lake. Your own lakefront oasis, a true Berkshire getaway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is “Elterwater”-Swan lake. Your own lakefront oasis, a true Berkshire getaway pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at “Elterwater”-Swan lake. Your own lakefront oasis, a true Berkshire getaway?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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