Williamstown Vacation Rental house

Three Bedroom House in the Berkshires minutes to Williams College and Broidy Mtn

Description House,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, 1 Bathroom
Amenities mountain, village, pets considered, internet access, satellite or cable, TV
Rates per property (USD)
$1,050 - $1,400/week 
$2,750 - $3,350/month 
Ellen Schratz
+1 716-439-1131
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of the Williamstown vacation house rental Quaint 3BR 1BA House In The Berkshires

Enjoy the beautiful Berkshires in this ideally located three bedroom farm house built in 1880 by the Darling Family. This house sits on the edge of the picturesque Williams College campus, tucked away in a breathtaking valley in the Berkshire Mountains. It is only a few minutes walk to the center of campus, the center of town, or the entrance of Hopkins Forest. The home is situated on a large lot with nearly an acre of fenced-in backyard. The back of the property is bordered by Hemlock Brook. The first floor includes a large family room/dining room (12’ by 25’), featuring wide pine flooring, and is quaintly furnished. The kitchen is wonderfully equipped, including a dishwasher, stove, refrigerator and microwave. A laundry room off the kitchen with a washer and dryer is provided for our guests’ convenience. A sunroom is situated in the rear of the first floor with wonderful views of the backyard, extending down to the brook.
Williamstown house rental - Front of House

Front of House

Williamstown house rental - Backyard

Backyard

Williamstown house rental - living/dining room

living/dining room

Williamstown house rental - Bedroom

Bedroom

Location: Berkshires < Massachusetts < USA

Nearest Airport: Albany NY at 30 Miles
Nearest Motorway: Route 2 at 1 Miles
The house is less than a five minute walk from Williams College.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Williamstown, Massachusetts

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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend Weekend
Night
Extra
Night
Monthly Minimum Stay
Sep 1, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009 $1,050 - $400 - - $2,750 2 Nights
holiday Jan 1, 2010 - Dec 31, 2010 $1,400 - $575 - - $3,350 2 Nights
Notes: Christmas, New Year, July 4th, Labor Day, Contact owner for Williams Graduation & Reunion

Additional information about rental rates

  • $1050-1400/Week.
  • We require half the rent as deposit upon signing the lease.

    The balance plus a $400 security deposit are due one month prior to the rental dates.

    Two nights $400.
    Three nights $525.
    Four nights $600.
    Week $1050.
    Month $2750.
    Holiday rate two night $575.
    Holiday rate three night $700.
    Holiday rate four night $800.
    Holiday rate week $1400.
    Holiday rate month $3350
  • Property will be reserved once initial payment is received

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Williamstown, Massachusetts

Property Type:
  • house

Location Type:
  • mountain
  • village

Theme:
  • family

General:
  • soaps basic
  • towels provided
  • central heating
  • hair dryer
  • alarm clock
  • linens provided
  • paper towels
  • ceiling fans
  • toilet paper

Kitchen:
  • dish washer
  • oven
  • refrigerator
  • clothes dryer
  • stove top burners
  • cooking utensils
  • microwave
  • freezer
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • iron & board
  • washing machine
  • spices

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 8 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 8 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon
    Sunroom - 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • books
  • radio
  • VCR
  • stereo system
  • books kids
  • video library
  • games adults
  • games kids
  • CD
  • books adult
  • DVD
  • satellite or cable

Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • dialup access

Outside:
  • bike
  • parking off street
  • deck wood
  • outdoor grill charcoal

Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • pets considered
  • children welcome
  • long term renters welcome

Local Activities:
  • tennis
  • walking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • skiing
  • golf
  • mountain biking
  • roller blading
  • antiquing

Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • churches
  • forests
  • library
  • museums

Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • freshwater fishing
  • hiking
  • ice skating
  • live theater
  • mountain climbing
  • rafting
  • sight seeing
  • sledding

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives
  • waterfalls

Nearby Activities:
  • golf privileges optional
  • ski privileges optional

Further details for this vacation house rental in Williamstown, Massachusetts

Also on the first floor, there is a bathroom with full shower and bath. There are three bedrooms on the second floor. One bedroom has a king bed, another has a queen bed, and a third room has a pullout couch which may serve as a second game room by day and a bedroom by night. The house has loads of amenities. These include two TVs, a VCR and DVD Player, and a video library. There are bicycles for exploring the abundant natural scenic wonders of Williamstown and beyond. There are several games and puzzles for both young and old. Available outdoor activities include volleyball and badminton. There is a picnic table and charcoal grill for your convenience. It is said that in the Berkshires “nature sets the scene and culture steals the show.” Nowhere is this truer than in Williamstown. This idyllic setting boasts wonderful mountain views, including Mount Greylock, the highest peak in Massachusetts, (3,491 feet).

Mountain lakes and streams abound, for fishing, swimming and exploring. The Appalachian Trail and other alternative hiking opportunities are nearby. Hopkins Memorial Forest, a 2500 acre preserve, with hiking trails, Buxton Garden, and The Moon Barn, is 0.8 miles from the house. The picturesque beauty in and around Williamstown provides four seasons of scenic wonder. In addition to the fall leaf-peeking, this area serves as a stellar backdrop for golfing and skiing. The Taconic Golf Club (semi-private) and Waubeeka Golf Links are nearby. Several options exist for cross-country skiing and downhill skiing can be enjoyed at nearby Jiminy Peak. Several antique stores, shops, and superlative restaurants are in the area. Williamstown is the home of Williams College, one of the preeminent educational institutions in the country. Thus, the area bustles with cultural activity. The College offers a host of cultural activities throughout the year.

The nearby Clark Art Institute boasts an outstanding collection of European and American art. Located a few miles away, in North Adams, is the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (MASSMoCA), home to avant-garde and provocative art, theatre, and dance. Just a few minutes walk from the house is the famous Williamstown Theatre, home to the prestigious Williamstown Theatre Festival. The Tony award winning WTF has been in existence for fifty years, presenting over 200 performances each summer, featuring the finest actors in America. Approximately 30 minutes away in Lenox, Massachusetts is Tanglewood. This spectacular outdoor theatre plays host to well known classic, popular, and jazz concerts each June through Labor Day and is the summer home of The Boston Symphony Orchestra.

Golf: Based in Williamstown, the Darling House is an ideal comfortable location, from which one can explore the Berkshires, visit with friends, explore Williams College, or immerse oneself in scenic beauty and cultural activity. Amenities: The house includes a stack washer/ dryer, dish washer, microwave, 2 TVs, DVD/VCR, video library, game table, games, bikes, fully supplied kitchen, linens, volleyball net and picnic table.

Other Activities: Theatre

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Williamstown, Massachusetts

Rating
5 out of 5

great time had by all!!!

proud momma Westmont Il
Review Submitted: June 24, 2008 Date of Stay: May 2008
Enjoyed our daughter's graduation from Williams College. Made especially easy and relaxing by being within walking distance of the commencement. The house was perfect, with enough sleeping for all and a kitchen fully outfitted. Thanks much
Margaret & Bill
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Rating
5 out of 5

A wonderful vacation home

MomtoCelia&Jake Bloomingdale, Ohio
Review Submitted: October 20, 2009 Date of Stay: October 2009
My family and I recently stayed at this property after researching many homes and we definitely were not disappointed! The house was perfect for get-togethers as it has an open layout throughout the dining room and living room. Everything was clean and well maintained. I was initially worried about heating issues that were reviewed poorly by another renter however we had absolutely no problems with heat on any floor of the home. The weather was quite cold a few days however we stayed warm inside both day and night. The only recommendation is to bring a safety gate for the stairs if you have small children. We plan to return to this home each year that we visit the Berkshires!
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Rating
3 out of 5

Not suitable for winter

TyandMon Eastern Massachusetts
Review Submitted: January 15, 2009 Date of Stay: December 2008
We rented this house for one-week, to use as a base for skiing - it's central to several ski areas within 20-60 minute drive times. Upon arrival we quickly realized that the 2nd floor, where the bedrooms are located, was without heat - no heat of any kind. That would not have been so bad, but the only thermostat, of course located on the first floor, was computer controlled and constantly reset the temperature to 65, 68 or an inhospitable 50 degrees in the middle of the night. This of course caused the 2nd floor to remain far colder than desired or necessary. Based on this I would not suggest that children stay here during the winter. If they do not remain undercover while sleeping they will get very, very cold. And finally, it is very close to the road, which is a main route for the area. There is only room for one car in the driveway, though two might fit in the absence of snow.

Pluses: It is a quaint house indeed and does have a very nice, large backyard. Overall it was cleaner than some other rentals - we usually spend the first 2-3 hours cleaning any rented house. Gladly this was not necessary here. Our dogs enjoyed the home and property. I am certain it is quite attractive during the summer season, though without air conditioning renters may experience the opposite of the above described malady.

In summary the location is very good, as Williamstown is the essence of bucolic New England. If you wish to drive the Mohawk Trail, then this is an excellent starting point. There are some great eateries within only a few minutes drive. Gala, located in The Orchard Hotel was sublime, with a great wine list too.

Happy travels to all!
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