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Great Barrington accommodation with kitchen

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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New Marlborough, MA
  • Place, Lake Buel
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Les Trois Emme Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tanglewood Music Center
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Great Barrington

On waterfront.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Buel and 2 miles (3 km) of Les Trois Emme Winery with a stay here. Also, Dry Hill is within 3 miles (5 km) and Ski Butternut is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Buel - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Les Trois Emme Winery - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ski Butternut - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 26 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 37 min drive - 22.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Marketplace Kitchen Table - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Café Rena - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Old Inn On The Green - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks!

Bring your loved one or best friend along on a Berkshires getaway to this rustic 1-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental in New Marlborough. Nestled 30 yards from private right-of-way access to Lake Buel, this cabin offers serenity and unbeatable views of the lake and Berkshire Mountains. Launch the 2 kayaks, hike along the Appalachian Trail, or explore the local cultural scene! Whether you’re visiting for a romantic retreat, cultural indulgence, or active outdoor getaway, this is the ideal home base.

-- THE PROPERTY --

MassTaxConnect ID C0239292030 | Pets Welcome w/ Fee | Right-of-Way Lake Access | 2 10-Foot Kayaks | Fire Pit

This rustic cottage provides simple, economical accommodations for those who want to enjoy a wonderful lake and experience Conde Nast’s 2022 pick for ‘the most beautiful place in Massachusetts!’

Bedroom: King Bed | Living Room: Queen Futon

OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio, fire pit, new patio furniture (added in 2019), 2 kayaks (Pelican Trailblazer 100XT), Weber charcoal grill
KITCHEN: Well-equipped w/ refrigerator, new gas range, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, microwave (no dishwasher - appliances are older but fully functional)
INDOOR LIVING: Brand new King-sized Simmons Beautyrest mattress (adjustable up to 80 degrees), 43" 4K Smart TV for guest's streaming services (no cable), DVD player, tables set for 2 in the kitchen & by the picture windows, beautiful lake views
GENERAL: Free WiFi (high speed), self-check-in, new shower (added in 2019), interior redecorated in 2019, new bathroom fixtures, 5000 BTU window air conditioner in bedroom & darkening window treatments for living room (all added in 2021)
FAQ: Washer/dryer NOT available, stairs required, steep stairs
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle, maximum length 16 feet)

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKE BUEL (30 yards away): Kayaking, floating, fishing, great swimming (summer weeds in the lake can be an impediment to swimming for some), public boat launch (3.1 miles)
HIKING: Appalachian Trail (1.6 miles), Beartown State Forest (4.7 miles), Umapchene Falls Park (6.4 miles), Monument Mountain (8.0 miles), Campbell Falls (11.3 miles), Mount Greylock (35.0 miles)
HIT THE LINKS: Greenock Country Club (9 holes,13.6 miles), Wyndhurst Manor and Club (18 holes, 15.6 miles)
ROAD BIKING: Several road biking courses provided by the host in the information brochure
ART/THEATER: Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center (6.3 miles), Berkshire Theatre Group (11.6 miles), Norman Rockwell Museum (11.7 miles), Shakespeare & Company (15.6 miles), Tanglewood Music Center (16.1 miles), Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival (18.0 miles), Mass MoCA (44.0 miles)
SPA/YOGA: Kripalu Center For Yoga & Health (15.7 miles), Miraval Berkshires Resort & Spa (15.7 miles)
WINE & DINE: Les Trois Emme Winery (1.2 miles), Cantina 229 (4.9 miles), The Old Inn on the Green (5.1 miles), Xicohtencat (5.2 miles), Café Adam (5.9 miles), Naji’s Mediterranean Cuisine (5.9 miles), Aegean Breeze (5.9 miles), Barrington Brewery & Restaurant (6.1 miles), Number Ten (6.3 miles)
AIRPORT: Bradley International Airport (42.9 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, maximum 1 allowed, non-shedding breeds only)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: No food is provided at the property
- NOTE: Temperatures in the mountains can drop significantly beginning in mid-late September and be quite cool from early April through mid-June. While the cottage has baseboard heat and is fully insulated, guests during these periods should check the forecast and prepare accordingly
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: The property may not be suitable for young children due to the steep stairs

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A maximum of 1 pet is allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0239302030

Property is also known as

Rustic Berkshires Cottage w/ Views Lake Buel
Rustic Berkshires Cottage
Rustic Berkshires Cottage w/ Views of Lake Buel!
Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks! Cottage
Rustic Berkshires Cottage w/ Views of Lake Buel! Cottage
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks! to the airport?

This cottage is 22.5 mi (42-min drive) away from the Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Magnolia Bluffs Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks! to downtown Great Barrington?

This cottage is 4.2 mi away from New Marlborough.

Rustic Berkshires Cottage at Lake Buel w/ Kayaks! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raymond B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Could not have been more relaxing or enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Istvan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We spent a wonderful fortnight at this cabin. First of all, the owner and his family were extremely nice and helpful with anything we needed. The cabin is beautiful rustic, with wood floors and wood walls everywhere. The furniture is very high quality and comfortable. The living room has a large window overlooking Lake Buel, it is a great place to sit and have breakfast. There is ultra fast Wi-Fi and also very strong phone signal. The access point to the lake is very close, we did lots of kayaking using the kayaks that the owner kindly provided. We highly recommend to keep the windows open and the fans going, it can be very humid. Within 10 miles we could find everything we needed for groceries and dining, and virtually all of the Berkshires is within an hour or so driving distance. We also found great rails-to-trails bike paths, one in New York State, the Harlem Valley Bike Path about half hour away was amazing. Altogether we highly recommend this property.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet location, lovely being able to take the kayaks on the lake. Rustic is the word!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffry B., San Jose, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness
This is an adorable, rustic lakeside cabin n the Berks, it’s the real deal and very comfortable and simply but well appointed. We felt like part of the multi-generational family history in the quaint camp. The lake is beautiful and smaller, so peaceful, definitely grab some firewood along the road for the fire pit. We had a wonderful relaxing lakeside holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed everything about the stay

Beautiful and clean cabin with stunning lake views. Short drive to the Great Barrington which we loved. Also the Les Trois Emme winery which was only minutes away - the wine slushie is a must! Loved everything about our accommodations and our trip to the Berkshires.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Peaceful and very relaxing. Perfect for getting away from it all
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary trip

My husband, dog and I enjoyed a long weekend here to celebrate our 8th wedding anniversary- the property was beautiful and quaint! Perfect for exploring on walks, or nearby to the Norman Rockwell museum. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Early Fall Adventure

Great location for mountains, hills, lakes and ponds and waterfalls all nearby. The moderate tempartures allowed us to hike and paddle for four days. The accomadations were comfortable for two peeople - and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rowland D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice quiet place

Quiet apot even when boaters were using the lake. Had a couple of issues that were addressed quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel J G., Avon, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Hiking in the Berkshites

The stay was as expected... rustic, beautiful scenery, near a nice lake. It was close enough to Stockbridge and Lenox as well as hiking experiences so the distance was not a problem. The air conditioning was broken but the owner promised to fix it for the next renter. All in all we had a nice stay. Especially since the weather is temperate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice to get away.

The lakefront area was scenic and peaceful. The proximity of the property to Great Barrington and Stockbridge was a surprise (we did not know the area). The owner provided materials and tips on local sights and hiking trails that we useful. The time of year we went (end of May) turned out to be somewhat buggy - causing me to use the outside fireplace to keep them at bay. Overall, a nice experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Christine T.

Small cottage

place not completely as described..no yard for dog's, fridge didnt stay cold, parking spot was tight in a square with a pole and a stone wall barley fit my jeep wrangler...only 1 good outlet in the entire cottage furniture was cold uncomfortable leather..very disappointed by being in extreme close proximity of other cottages, couldnt really see the lake other cottages in the way ..next time will be more appt to ask questions ..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Frank N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin in the woods

Quaint cabin tucked away in the Berkshires. For those vacationing with a pet, be aware that on Labor Day weekend this neighborhood puts on a fireworks show right by this house. Also, there really is not any yard, just a small patio. Lots of great hiking in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall (ish) mountain stay

This cabin was really nice. It was in an excellent location and in good shape. I especially appreciated the welcome binder with the restaurant suggestions and town information. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness

peace and quiet

Sweet , peaceful, like a trip back in time. we loved it so much. Would go back again no question.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Phil T., WOONSOCKET RI

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Little Cabin

We were looking for a quick getaway and found this cabin. It is perfect for a couples getaway and is private and in a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic cottage

Property is very nice abd so are the owners. Unfortunately the weather was too cool to take advantage of the picturesque lake but maybe next time. Pay attention to the description of the driveway. Cars over 16 feet can't fit in abd the street is very narrow to park on .
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday celebration

We had a good time in the cabin - very relaxing, and during this season is the best time to go since everything is brow and red around. The neighborhood was gorgeous, we talked all around, and it was beautiful. The kitchen was perfect; the dining room view was fantastic. We Bbq every day, and the grill is pretty new. The Bathroom was the clean and perfect side. It is a small place with an amazing vibe and an extremely cozy time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derrick D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall getaway

My wife, our dog and I spent one week at this home in mid-October. The place was as advertised, the pics are accurate. It is across the street (gravel road) from the lake. The location is quiet and peaceful. The fall colors were peaking at this time. There is plenty to do within a 30 minute drive of the cabin. Monument mountain has great hiking. Great Barrington, Stockbridge, and Lenox are all great small towns. We toured the Mount ( Edith Wharton home) in Lenox. Also, Mount Greylock (a little further) is a must see--the highest point in Massachusetts, with great views. All in all I would definitely recommend this place for a Berkshires vacation, it's probably wonderful any time of year. By the way, we did run into the owner, David, on our last day. He was a great host to chat with for a bit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

Liked: Cleanliness

great house

we loved!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location ideal. Landlords offered so many vacation ideas. Truly welcoming.

We always clean up as we come in and leave. The comfortable gentle setting was just what we needed. We went hiking, swimming and general adventuring. Look forward to renting from this landlord again. The housekeeping woman was so kind when she arrived as we were leaving.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Scott D.

Nice location, cute place, parking was very tight, thank God I didn’t bring my truck, many spiders

Only 1 old towels per person for two nights,? Some Shades were broken , no curtains in bedroom. Solid place and nice fire pit area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kathi T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, rustic fun

We enjoyed our trip but the cabin is definitely that, a rustic cabin. Everything functioned and was comfortable. Could use some paint over water stains on ceiling and new towels but we had fun (weather wasn't great but...)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

paul t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful weekend on Lake Buel

Rustic little cabin with lovely views of Lake Buel. The cabin is very comfortable and in a great location. Very easy access to the lake and 2 kayaks. We very much enjoyed our stay. Great running and easy access to hiking trails
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice weekend

The cabin was nice if a little rustic. The kitchen had old appliances that were not easy to make meals in. The heat came on right away however and we had comfortable nights sleeping. The mattress is a little old however and could use an upgrade. Great location on Lake Buell and nice view of the lake from the living room window. We strolled along the lake every day and it was very nice. Convenient location to hiking trails and a nice little town in Great Barrington. For a cabin it was a nice spot especially since it is difficult to find places that will accept dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021