THE VIBE:
Beautiful old farmhouse in the Berkshires foothills with great amenities
LOCATION:
175 miles from NYC in Cummington, MA
ROOMS:
Four bedrooms sleeps ten guests. Inquire for larger parties.
AMENITIES:
Cedar hot tub, steps from river, HarTru clay tennis court, beautiful gardens, home gym, fire pit
Located in the Berkshire Hills three hours from NYC, the idyllic River Run accommodates up to 12 guests in two separate wings of a restored farmhouse.
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.
Inside, a central large kitchen is flanked by a formal dining room – if it’s nice out, you’ll want to make use of the grill and stone patio with a full dining setup. Evenings are lovely in this area, to be followed by a hot tub session in the cedar hot tub that smells as good as it looks. Other outdoor spaces include hammocks, fire pit, and a front porch to watch sunset and listen to the sound of the river.
While you’re in town, put these local gems on your itinerary:
- Book a tennis lesson; the owner is a pro!;
- Sample craft beer at Sena Farm Brewery with live music and amazing craft beer in an old barn;
- Visit America’s largest contemporary art museum, MASS MoCA, about 35 minutes away;
- Other nearby cultural offerings include more amazing art at The Clark, ballet at Jacob’s Pillow, and classical performances by the Boston Symphony at Tanglewood;
- Go hiking or take a dip in the gorgeous swimming hole at Chesterfield Gorge;
- Spend the day swimming at local beach Ashfield Lake, then grab a meal at The Ashfield Lake House;
- Stock up on in-season foods at the many local farm stands and nurseries;
- Grab lunch or ice cream at the iconic Old Creamery Co-op (look for the cow on top!)
Escape Club members receive 25% off for 4 nights or more during summer 2024. Check the link for details.