Located in Great Barrington, this lovely house for $713 per night is a great choice for your next break. Summary: Located on quiet Downtown Great Barrington Street, you can pick herbs for cooking from your backyard and enjoy fire under the stars in the fire pit on the riverbanks. Whether you want to relax at the riverfront fire pit or ski at Butternut (5-mins away) or hike at Monument Mountain (10-mins away), our brand-new kitchen is the place to cook for a gourmet after this. The Space: River Cottage features 3 bedrooms (1 king and 2 Queen beds) and 2 full bathrooms which is enough space to accommodate 6 guests. There's a large, modern kitchen, a formal dining room, and a comfortable living room. AMENITIES Sleep soundly on our plush, memory-foam mattresses and snuggle in our crisp white sheets from Brooklinen; enjoy Sonos speaker and smart TV for entertainment. Accessibility: - All bedrooms are on the second level - 1 bath is upstairs and 1 bath is downstairs Guest Access: Guests at River Cottage have access to the entire home, the front porch and yard, and backyard with patio, herb garden, fire pit, and river view. The Neighborhood: River Cottage is located on a residential street in the heart of Great Barrington with walkable access to several grocery stores, outstanding restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, yoga, and more. You're also close to hiking, skiing, arts and cultural institutions. During warmer months the Great Barrington Farmer's Market operates every Saturday from 9am-1pm, providing the opportunity to cook family meals made with locally-sourced organic produce without getting in your car! Guests at River Cottage have access to an easy walk into town via the pedestrian-only Cottage Street Bridge. WHAT TO DO WHILE YOU'RE HERE You'll find plenty of things to enjoy about the Berkshires in any season. We've assembled a list of our favorites in the House Guide, and we're happy to answer additional questions by text. Getting Around: You'll need a car to get here and get around the Berkshires, but downtown Great Barrington is just a short walk away! The house has moderate cell service, but the surrounding areas are full of cellular dead zones. We recommend downloading the region's online maps to your device prior to your arrival or any day tripping you do while you’re here. Other Things to Note: WHAT TO PREPARE You'll find plenty of things to do during your stay. We recommend making reservations in advance, where appropriate, especially for popular restaurants, museums, and venues. We've assembled a list of our favorites in the House Guide, and we're happy to answer additional questions by text. IMPORTANT NOTES: Cribs: • We welcome families; please notify us at the time of booking if you would like to request a crib or pack-and-play. We cannot guarantee availability, though we make our best efforts. IMPORTANT BOOKING TERMS + CONDITIONS • Smoking: this is a smoke-free property; smoking is strictly prohibited inside all buildings and within 50 yards of buildings and/or outdoor amenities. If we find evidence of smoking, we will charge a $500 fee. • Parties + Gatherings: due to local community rules and guidelines set by the owner, parties and gatherings with guests in excess of the maximum guest count are prohibited at this property. We cannot accommodate weddings, or any events with outdoor music, catering, excessive alcohol, etc. Any party or gathering is grounds for immediate termination of your stay and removal from the property with no refund. • Cleaning: we are pleased to arrange housekeeping during your stay, upon request, and at your cost. For longer stays, we require professional cleaning by our housekeepers every 2 weeks; guests can arrange and pay for this cleaning with the manager. Regardless of length of stay, we reserve the right to assess fines for excessive cleaning, trash removal, and property damage. • Rental Agreement: to ensure a safe and comfortable stay, the owners of this property require that all guests sign a Rental Agreement that clearly sets forth the terms and conditions of your stay. We send the Rental Agreement with your booking confirmation and we require your signature within 24 hours; we reserve the right to cancel your booking with a 15% cancellation fee if we do not receive a signed agreement. • Guest Count: please reserve the property for the actual number of guests in your party; no additional guests are permitted without host approval. Guests may not sublet the property. • No refunds: while we make every effort to ensure that the property and all amenities are available to guests during their stay, we make no guarantees and we do not refund guests for unavailable amenities; utilities outages; weather, etc. We advise guests to exercise caution in inclement weather. In some cases, it may be difficult to reach the property without four-wheel drive; guests bear all responsibility for their safety and ability to access the property. • Damage Waiver: to protect the property and its contents, we require guests to purchase a damage waiver with $3000 of coverage. Please report any damage immediately to us to avoid charges or responsibility for damage. Guests are responsible for any intentional damage, removal of items from the property, and any damage in excess of the $3000 coverage. PETS • The Posto Property Team loves animals, and we welcome potty-trained dogs aged 12 months or older, provided that guests receive prior approval from us, sign the pet waiver and indemnification, and pay the pet fee ($75 per pet). Please note that our insurance prevents us from accepting certain breeds and prohibits any animals with behavioral issues. •Due to insurance rules, guests are not permitted to bring potentially dangerous dogs or a dog that has previously bitten. The following breeds are also excluded: Akita, American Staffordshire Terrier, Chow, Doberman Pinscher, Pit Bull, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, wolf hybrid or any dog that is a mix that includes one or more of the breeds listed above. • Please note that our furry friends can get dirty when they visit the country. Please exercise care with the furniture and linens; we encourage pet parents to bring towels to be used on them (do not use the towels/linens provided by the homeowner). •We strongly encourage guests to consider the risks for pets' health in the country, including pests (ticks), wild animals (bears, coyotes, foxes, etc.), and more. Guests assume all responsibility for the health of their furry family members. We are not responsible for any hazards or risks Note: This house has a bedroom and bathroom on the main level. Nature & What to pack: We urge guests to pay close attention when enjoying nature, weather can change quickly and wild animals can be surprising. Because temperatures in the mountains can fluctuate widely, even in the height of summer, we recommend packing sweaters and light, cold-weather gear just in case. Depending on the activities you plan, we recommend packing hiking, running, swimming, horseback riding, and/or running gear. We also recommend that guests consider spraying clothes with Permethrin when walking outside, to help avoid ticks. In winter we recommend guests pack several layers of warm clothing and ensure that their vehicles are ready for potential snowfall. For other clothing, most venues around are very casual.