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Guide to North Adams, MA

By Erin|2025-04-08T18:47:40+00:00August 12th, 2024|Weekend Guides|

Once an industrial epicenter of Massachusetts, the small town of North Adams is best known for two things: Mount Greylock, the highest mountain Massachusetts – and the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art, aka MASS MoCA. Tucked away in the Berkshire Mountains, this weekend escape is equidistant from NYC and Boston, about 175 miles or a three hour drive. Since MASS MoCA’s opening in 1999, the museum’s presence has helped to put this former mill town back on the map. At 13 acres and housing 250,000 square feet of gallery space, it is the largest contemporary art museum in the United States. Its brick factory building campus once churned out textiles and machine parts; now, it's the cornerstone of this burgeoning arts community, where many new businesses of all kinds call home. Read on for our guide to North Adams, Massachusetts, including the best places to stay, eat, drink, hike, shop, and more.

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Sowilo Retreat in Cambridge, NY

By Erin|2024-07-11T15:12:28+00:00July 11th, 2024|Recent Stays|

Tucked between the Adirondacks and the Green Mountains of Vermont, picturesque glamping getaway Sowilo Retreat offers a peaceful respite from city life. Guests may choose from an array of tiny houses and geodesic domes, each with amenities that provide a cushy experience while in the woods (think kitchens, bathrooms, A/C and heat.) Tiny homes can sleep up to four guests, so groups are welcome – and whole property rentals are available. All accommodations are pet friendly.

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River Run: a Tennis-Centric Getaway in Cummington, MA

By Erin|2024-07-10T18:44:59+00:00July 10th, 2024|Recent Stays|

Located in the Berkshire Hills three hours from NYC, the idyllic River Run accommodates up to 12 guests. Just steps from the Westfield River, the sound of the water provides a serene backdrop to an already beautiful landscape, complete with a HarTru clay tennis court, cedar hot tub, and great fishing spots right out the front door.

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The Milton Farmhouse in Milton, NY

By Erin|2024-07-03T02:31:40+00:00July 2nd, 2024|Real Estate|

Just 90 minutes from NYC in Milton, NY, escape to this warm contemporary farmhouse nestled among picturesque apple farms and vineyards. The 2020-built Milton Farmhouse offers a serene retreat with modern amenities and dreamy aesthetic, only 10 minutes from Poughkeepsie and the Metro North.

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Top 10 Upstate Hotels with Pools

By Erin|2024-07-10T18:20:21+00:00July 1st, 2024|Weekend Guides|

Does the current heat wave have you dreaming of dunking yourself in a pool? With a heat index of 100º this week in the city, it seemed like an appropriate time to drop this list of some favorite Upstate hotels with pools a few hours away. Just in case anyone’s ...

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Wassaic Commons: A Landmark Commercial Property

By Erin|2024-06-26T01:24:20+00:00June 24th, 2024|Real Estate|

What was once an old dairy barn from the 1920s has been transformed into a vibrant hub encouraging collaboration, design, and entrepreneurship. Driven by the goal to create a marketplace for talented makers and encourage well-crafted products within the community, Wassaic Commons was born. Ninety miles from New York City, this barn has been meticulously and creatively restored by the owners, a Manhattan-based architect and designer, who teamed up with exceptional carpenters and local tradespeople, leaving no detail overlooked.

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Dawson Farmhouse in Kerhonkson, NY

By Erin|2024-06-19T14:22:44+00:00June 19th, 2024|Recent Stays|

Two hours from NYC in Kerhonkson, the enchanting Dawson Farmhouse is located on thirteen private acres in the Catskill Mountains. Plan the day with your morning coffee in the screened in patio, spend days out (some help on that below), then return to make a grilled feast in the evening on Dawson’s oversize deck. At night, the fire pit is a perfect spot for drinks and s’mores, surrounded by boulders and forest, with a clear line of sight to the stars overhead.

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Castle Hill: Charming Farmhouse, Converted Barn & Pool in Parksville, NY

By Erin|2024-06-13T03:00:56+00:00June 12th, 2024|Real Estate|

110 miles from NYC in Parksville, New York, find the lovely Castle Hill Farmhouse. At the heart of the property, a charming four bedroom, 2,400+ square foot home is the main player. Beyond, the thoughtfully landscaped 5+ acre Castle Hill Farmhouse includes not one, but two elusive Catskills gems: a ...

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Lakeside Retreat on Masten Lake in Wurtsboro, NY

By Erin|2024-06-11T00:07:17+00:00June 10th, 2024|Real Estate|

Two hours from New York City, this welcoming lakeside retreat in Wurtsboro enjoys lake life on the beautiful Masten Lake without lakefront prices. The beautifully renovated two bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home sits steps away from Masten Lake, where owners enjoy 100 private acres of pristine water for swimming, motorboats, fishing, ...

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Whispering Pines in Glen Spey, NY

By Erin|2024-06-05T20:05:11+00:00June 4th, 2024|Real Estate|

Tucked into the pines of the Black Forest Club, Whispering Pines is located in Glen Spey, New York, 90 miles from NYC. Bathed in calm whites and neutrals, this designer-built riverfront home delivers a masterclass on organic luxury. This architectural gem's cantilevered shape, modern and elevated, sits in a verdant ...

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