Moved to the site in 1986, this circa 1920’s shingle style barn was carefully converted into a cherished home. The 28 acres are exceptional with western mountain views, fields, woods, Sykes Brook, and access to abutting preserved land. The conversion was well conceived with most first-floor rooms accessing the outdoors and the enchanting grounds and patios. Among its many features—first floor primary suite, central AC, first floor laundry, eat-in kitchen opening to large family room, mudroom, gas fireplace and gas wood stove, total of 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, Gunite pool, dog fence, playhouse. There’s even an American Elm on the property! Whether indoors or outdoors, there are multiple gathering spaces for large groups as well as quiet spaces for retreat. A rare and unique property. Within 3 to 7 miles are the cultural venues, restaurants and shopping of downtown Lenox and Pittsfield; Pontoosuc and Onota Lakes; Bousquet Mountain Ski Area; Berkshire West Athletic Club; Pittsfield Municipal Airport; Pittsfield Country Club; hiking trails.
What is the most compelling thing about this property?
The amazing western views that change with the seasons and the weather, and the bucolic private setting on 28 acres centrally located for all that the Berkshires have to offer.
For whom is this house perfect?
It is perfect for those who appreciate the combination of lawn, fields, and woods, and for those who want privacy but not isolation. It is also perfect for those who want the flexibility, whether indoors or outdoors, for large gatherings or quiet retreats and the convenience of one floor living with the primary suite on the first floor.
What is the most fun thing to do within five miles of this property?
So, so much to do. Swimming, boating and fishing on Onota and Pontoosuc Lakes. Skiing at Bousquet. Private and public golf and tennis facilities. Buying fresh produce at local farm stands and orchards. Hiking, cross-country skiing and snow shoeing on a variety of trails. Cultural, dining and shopping venues.
If this house could talk, what secrets would it tell you about its history?
It would tell you about the amazing move of the 1920’s horse barn to this special site and the process of reconceiving it to create a cherished home. It would also tell you about the shared secrets and fun that generations of kids have had camping in the playhouse, wandering the woods, swimming in the pool and exploring Sykes Brook. It would also tell you about the cherished moments during holidays and special gatherings enjoyed indoors and outdoors and the quiet conversations and quiet reflections watching the sun go down in the evening.
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