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Charming historic cottage on scenic road to Mt. Greylock

Charming historic cottage on scenic road to Mt. Greylock

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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

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Lanesboro, MA
  • Popular LocationMount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center5 min drive
  • Popular LocationJiminy Peak Mountain Resort9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Greylock31 min drive
  • AirportAlbany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)60 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 5
149 sq m
Bedroom 1
    2 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
    3 child beds
    1 single bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming historic cottage on scenic road to Mt. Greylock

If you’ve driven by, you’ve wondered about the story of this beautiful stone building. Built in 1832 as a one-room schoolhouse – a function it served until 1950 -- this charming and historic building has been given new life as a guest house - since 1998.

PLEASE NOTE: It's an old building with an unusual layout, so please carefully read the description below.

Beautifully situated amidst horse farms on the scenic road to Mt Greylock. In the center of the Berkshires, 5 miles from Jiminy Peak ski area, 10 miles from South Williamstown, 15 miles from Tanglewood and Mass MoCA, and 20 miles from Jacob's Pillow. 5 miles to Pittsfield and the Berkshire Mall. Private garden. 5 acres of property in the back where horses graze, and alpacas, donkeys and other friendly animals next door.

Everything is provided: fully-furnished mostly with antiques. Bedspreads, linens, blankets, pillows, towels, iron and ironing board. SMALL KITCHEN with mini stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffeemaker with assortment of coffee, tea and hot chocolate, pots and pans, dishes, cutlery, etc. Broadband internet and TV with Netflix, Hulu and other streaming options included.

There are 2 floors. The first floor is the old classroom with old desks. There is also a trundle bed which can be used as 2 twins. The bathroom is on the first floor. The 2nd floor is like a studio apartment - with a queen bed and a twin bed and the small kitchen. PLEASE NOTE: There is one bathroom, on first floor.

Ideal for a romantic getaway or for a family of 4-5. A fee of $25/night applies for additional adults after the first two (limit of 4 adults total). No extra charge for children. Please indicate the number of children in your message to us, but select 0 children in the pull-down menu so that you are not charged.

The Old Stone School is available to rent 12 months a year. Each season has it's benefits:

SPRING - Trees arise from winter sporing their fleeting Spring green color, daffodils, tulips, hiking trails are open, enjoy the warm weather after a long winter! Calves appear on the hill behind the schoolhouse.

SUMMER - Flowers blooming, berries to pick, outdoor activities nearby, culture everywhere - Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, Barrington Stage, Clark Art Museum, MassMoCA, Williams College Museum of Art, etc.

FALL - Enjoy the kaleidoscope of Fall colors covering the hills behind the schoolhouse. Hike Mt. Greylock - short and long hikes. Go the top and check out Bascom Lodge - a stop on the Appalachian Trail.

WINTER - Jiminy Peak is less than 10 mins. away.Ski or snow tube at Bousquet is 20 mins. away. Cross country Ski in the fields out back or go to Hilltop Orchards in Richmond or Notchview in Windsor.

Property manager

Rich Cohen and Cheryl Sacks

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number C0201341480

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Charming Historic Cottage on Scenic Road to Mt. Greylock Cottage

About the area

Lanesborough

Located in Lanesborough, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mount Greylock State Reservation and Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Berkshire Museum and Bousquet Ski Area. Zema's Nursery and Hopkins Observatory are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center - 5 min drive
  • Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort - 9 min drive
  • Williams College - 21 min drive
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 27 min drive
  • Mount Greylock - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 12 min drive
  • Starbucks - 14 min drive
  • Old Man Jeff's Barbecue Company - 11 min drive
  • Ninety-Nine Restaurant & Pub - 12 min drive
  • Wendy's - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming historic cottage on scenic road to Mt. Greylock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming historic cottage on scenic road to Mt. Greylock?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming historic cottage on scenic road to Mt. Greylock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming historic cottage on scenic road to Mt. Greylock located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Mount Greylock State Reservation and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center and Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort. Pittsfield State Forest and Crane Museum of Papermaking are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 93 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical lil retreat
I had a wonderful time. The lil stone house school is restored in a loving way! It feels homie and cosy and has a lot of stories to tell. The location is great for seeing museums or just go for a hike. Rich and Cheryl are on top with everything and very nice hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and Charming
What a lovely and unique experience it was to stay at the Stone School cottage. The accomodations were great as was the communication with our hosts. Very special. Thank you so much! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, peaceful.
Our stay at this historic schoolhouse was terrific. The owner was very welcoming and helpful. We slept well there - as the two available large rooms up and down afforded flexible sleep areas. Beds comfy. The kitchen was well equipped and the amenities such as foil, plastic wrap, tea, a Keurig machine, extra paper plates etc made our stay very convenient. The history of the place is fascinating. Many thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cort M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Unique and Lovely Place
This charming converted schoolhouse is well-supplied for the present day while reminding you of a bygone age. It's set among beautiful rural woods and pastures, private, but with ideal access to local attractions south, like Stockbridge and Lenox or north, like Williamstown and North Adams. The owners are extremely helpful and friendly, and they also simply allow you to enjoy your stay. A great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot - wonderful stay
The Old Stone School was a truly exceptional place to stay - and the owners were also delightful people, willing to help and refer us to interesting places. We stayed two nights - it was big for the two of us, but decorated nicely and with a full downstairs that has all sorts of ephemera from the old schoolhouse days. Would stay again next time we are out at Tanglewood. Heads up - the bathroom is on the first floor, the bedroom on the second. Minor inconvenience, but not possible to change it within the building structure. Don't let this deter you! It is a magical place. And we will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely historic property
First time staying in a school house! The upstairs living quarters are akin to a large studio apartment--nicely appointed and well laid out. The hosts, Cheryl and Rich are very welcoming too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
A great unique place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Had a great timr
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
Our short stay at the Stone School Cottage was wonderful. Rich was very responsive to a minor issue we had with the TV. The cottage was exactly as listed with an unusual layout (bathroom downstairs from the living area) but it wasn't a problem. It's located within a short distance of a lot of activities, restaurants, etc. We'll definitely stay again if we're back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023