Offered to the market for the first time is this mini country farmstead in the heart of the Berkshires, with the option to live on or off the grid! With solar panels and outdoor wood burning stove, you can be independent with the flip of a switch. This 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home has been well maintained and is flooded with natural light. Open kitchen/living with wood burning fireplace. Gorgeous enclosed sunroom/porch perfect for enjoying your morning coffee. South facing decks overlooking the magical grounds with fruit trees, gardens and distant mountain views. Lower level office with separate entrance if you want to work from home, or possibly a guest apartment. Exquisite hand laid stone walls and a beautiful barn which could also be converted into a guest house. Additional barns for equipment or farm storage. This truly is a special property!
What’s the most compelling thing about this property?
The most compelling thing about this property is that you have the option of living on or off the grid.  With solar panels in place and an outdoor wood burning furnace, you could be completely self-sufficient. There’s also a large variety of fruit trees and berries as well chickens for daily fresh eggs. The landscape is magical with paths in place to meander and wander. This property has a very peaceful and calming effect that makes you feel as though you’ve stepped back in time.
For whom is this house perfect?
This home is perfect for anyone! If you love the outdoors, you can nurture your gardens and spend time walking your land. If you want to find solace in a good book, the south facing decks are the perfect place to soak in the sun and completely unwind. This is also a great space if you love to entertain. If you work from home, the lower level has what is currently being used as an office with a full bath and private entrance. This space could also be a great in-law or guest suite. And the location is ideal. You feel as though you are in the country but are only minutes to shopping and restaurants.
What’s the most fun thing to do within five miles of this house?
There’s so much to do!  West Stockbridge is a little gem of a town.  There are numerous places to hike and trails to walk. There are also restaurants, culture, antique shops and a sculpture park to name a few. Hop over to Lenox and enjoy a picnic on the lawn at Tanglewood while enjoying great music. Or to the Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge where the large porch lined with rocking chairs is a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of wine.
If this house could talk, what secret would it tell about its history?
This house would tell a story of having one owner who had a vision, brought it to life and loved it throughout the years. You can feel the energy and the passion for this home the moment you set foot on this property.
