Modern Victorian Walk to Main Street

Built in 1903, this updated and yet stunning example of Victorian craftsmanship is a perfect place for family and friends looking to find an easy getaway in the Berkshires. The interior is sunny, bright and modern with charming Victorian details like lead-glass windows, antique door hardware, and original wood floors. The exterior is classic Victorian with several outdoor features such as a covered front porch with outdoor seating, screened-in supper porch, and large back deck with bbq grill and mountain views and access to the fenced-in yard. This home offers wonderful possibilities.

The house is well appointed on the ground floor level with a large open plan living/dining/ kitchen area and a separate music parlor/library entered through french doors. The music room includes a Kawaii baby grand piano and large assortment of art and design books. The kitchen has a large eat-in counter that seats 4, separate dining room area with large farm table and French café chairs with seating for 8, ½ bath, and large pantry/laundry room with side by side, front loading washer and dryer. The living room has a 50" Samsung smart TV and seats 6, and the parlor comfortably seats 5 guests. There are inviting touches throughout the house such as: lovely artwork, books, games, puzzles and toys to entertain both children and adults!

The kitchen is well equipped with a 4-burner Wolf range with griddle, high-end stainless appliances and quality cookwear including All-Clad and Le Creuset. All tools needed for baking are available including a Kitchen-aid stand mixer. Kitchen includes a large assortment of quality small appliances including microwave, food-processor, blender, coffee maker and 4 slot toaster. At the kitchen sink, a Multi-Pure water filter system is built-in. The deck and screened porch can be accessed from both the kitchen and the living room.

The second floor has 2 bedrooms: the primary suite with a king bed and full bathroom with tub/shower combination, ensuite. The second large bedroom has a queen bed and access to a small 2nd floor porch. A second bath is on this floor, shower only. There is also an large office/activity space with a butcher block table,and chairs and two wingback chairs, and includes a Samsung smart TV.

The third floor is a delightful converted attic space with two rooms. One bedroom has 4 twin beds: 2 extra long singles and the third is a twin trundle which can be made up as a twin, two twins or a king--perfect for a group sleepover! The other room has one extra-long twin and small trundle bed. All three floors have central air-conditioning upgraded in 2026.

The extra-long twins have organic rubber mattress. Due to their generous length and quality, these mattresses are very comfortable for adults as well as children.

Outside you have a delightful front sitting porch and lovely cottage gardens with pathways leading to the front walk and side parking area. The back sun deck is private, with outdoor seating and a grill for dining al fresco. There is also a cozy screen tea porch, on the side of the house, accessed through the family room. The yard is fenced with a delightful playhouse!

Most mattress and pillows are organic natural rubber. Bed and bath linens are high-quality. The house is cleaned and maintained with only natural chemical-free products.

Located in the sought after neighborhood called “The Hill”, this home is an easy 5-minute walk to the center of downtown Great Barrington for a meal, shopping, shows, cinema, galleries and much more. This home is also an easy walk (or 3 minute drive) to Lake Mansfield Park for swimming. (There is a sandy beach, children's playground equipment and a lifeguard on duty!) You can enjoy picnicking and having fun on the climber & swing sets. No motorboats allowed but canoes/kayaks are available for rent in town or bring your own!

For music lovers, it's a 25 minute drive to Tanglewood, and for dance enthusiasts it's a 25 minute drive to Jacob’s Pillow.

Amenities:
Arrival Day Flexible
Children Welcome
Pets Considered
Smoking Not Allowed
Decked area
Central heating
Air Conditioning
Television
Games
Toys
Smart TV
Books
Laptop Friendly
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Microwave
Coffee Maker
Dishwasher
Dishes Utensils
Spices
Stove
Highchair
Toaster
Oven
BBQ
Fridge
Freezer
Heating
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Grill
Deck Patio Uncovered
Garden
Private yard
Balcony/Terrace
House Cleaning Optional
Wifi
Fishing Freshwater
Hiking
Skiing
Snowboarding
Golf course within 30 min drive
Family
Downtown
Town
Live Theater
Eco Tourism
Bathtub
High Chair
Children's Books and Toys
Table Corner Guards
Pack n Play Travel Crib
Room Darkening Shades
Children's Dinnerware
Stair Gates