Cordelia is a cottage in the best sense of the word: chic where it counts, unfussy everywhere else, and built around outdoor spaces that do most of the work. The backyard is the argument --- a brick patio with a dining table set for long dinners, a firepit for after, a hammock for the hour nobody wants to account for, and enough lawn for a round of cornhole that somehow turns into four.
Inside, the house keeps its character. The front living room pairs a fireplace with a TV for the evenings that end early. There's a formal dining room for the meal somebody's been planning since the group chat started, and a country kitchen with antique pieces that give it a lived-in warmth most rentals spend a fortune trying to fake.
Five bedrooms mean everyone gets to spread out, and the clawfoot tub upstairs is the reward at the end of a long day outside --- the kind of soak that makes you understand why people keep coming back to New England in the shoulder season.
The Berkshires are less a destination than a whole county's worth of them, which means the week shapes itself around whatever you're after. World-class art sits at both ends of the region --- MASS MoCA in the old mill buildings of North Adams and the Clark Art Institute in Williamstown to the north, the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge to the south. Tanglewood draws crowds to Lenox all summer, Jacob's Pillow brings dance to Becket, and Mount Greylock, Monument Mountain, and Bash Bish Falls cover the hiking from a state high point down to a waterfall in the far southwest corner. Great Barrington and the surrounding villages handle the browsing, the bookshops, and the long, unhurried dinners. It's more than any one visit can hold, which tends to be the point.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we're at your fingertips via concierge@avantstay.com.
Local Attractions: Berkshire Botanical Gardens, Bidwell House Museum, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, Norman Rockwell Museum, Hancock Shaker Village, Historic Deerfield, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
Visiting the Berkshires is a must for anyone looking to pair a gorgeous natural landscape with an exciting cultural and culinary experience. The abundance of mountains, lakes, and woods here makes it easy to enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, from rafting and fishing to ziplining and hiking. Stunning in any season, this region is famous for its food scene, which values local ingredients, and you'll find many farm-to-table establishments in the southern areas. Explore classic New England architecture, a growing array of performing arts, and dozens of towns and trails. The Berkshires are waiting with variety and beauty you won't find anywhere else.
Home Truths:
•This home does not have AC.
•Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
This home comes with a pack n' play travel crib and a high chair available.
•This home is located in the Berkshires, so you may encounter wildlife such as bugs and insects.
All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking.