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Dock on Lake Garfield, 10 min to Butternut, Wifi, So Fun!

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Dock is a 5 minute walk from the house and has 2 kayaks and a canoe for guests.
Miscellaneous
New Kitchen: Dishwasher, Toaster, Coffee Maker, Propane Grill Outside of Kitchen
New Kitchen: Washer Dryer, Microwave, Stove (white door is full bath)
Living & Dining room, Wood burning stove in fireplace not seen in photo.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Monterey, MA
  • Place, Bidwell House Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Otis Ridge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Ski Butternut
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Dock on Lake Garfield, 10 min to Butternut, Wifi, So Fun!

RENOVATED Charm: 1920's cottage with 3 acres of natural surroundings. A short, 5 minute walk via nature trail and stairs to dock on Lake Garfield with Adirondack chairs, 2 kayaks and a large canoe. 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms provides plenty of space for your family enjoyment. At home enjoy the large, bright family room equipped with a flat screen TV with Satellite service, high speed internet & DVD player. In addition, there is a large living room and dining room area with a charming old stone fireplace.

The screened in porch is another great spot to relax...featuring a table for 6 and a seating area to enjoy the (winter) views of the lake, yard & perennial garden. The kitchen has a large eating island area brightly lit with skylights and stool seating for 5. The kitchen is equipped for every cooks needs...and plenty of cutlery & plates to feed a crowd! The large master bedroom is downstairs with four additional bedrooms upstairs.


It's Always quiet and serene on Lake Garfield. The lake is over 300 acres but seems uninhabited! Everyone has loved our house...and our great town. We hope you will enjoy it as well!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0225144704

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Monterey

Located in Monterey, this holiday home is on a lake. Otis Ridge and Les Trois Emme Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ashintully Gardens and Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum and Berkshire Botanical Garden. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Monterey, MA

What's nearby

  • Bidwell House Museum - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Otis Ridge - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Lake Buel - 15 min drive - 12.8 km
  • County Beach - 17 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Ski Butternut - 17 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 39 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paige's Place - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Grouse House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Old Inn On The Green - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Gedney Farm - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Red Truck Bbq - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dock on Lake Garfield, 10 min to Butternut, Wifi, So Fun! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dock on Lake Garfield, 10 min to Butternut, Wifi, So Fun!?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dock on Lake Garfield, 10 min to Butternut, Wifi, So Fun! on 19 Apr 2026 start from AU$596, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dock on Lake Garfield, 10 min to Butternut, Wifi, So Fun!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dock on Lake Garfield, 10 min to Butternut, Wifi, So Fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dock on Lake Garfield, 10 min to Butternut, Wifi, So Fun!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dock on Lake Garfield, 10 min to Butternut, Wifi, So Fun! located?

This family-friendly Monterey holiday home is located on a lake, 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Bidwell House Museum, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ashintully Gardens and McLennan Reservation. Tyringham Cobble and Lake Buel are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was lovely- the pictures don’t do it justice from the uniqueness of the house and the beauty of the dock and lake (especially when the sun starts going down). Two families stayed to utilize as a meeting spot while visiting 6 flags and mount greylock. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything is as shown in the photos. The home is great lake retreat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

margarita g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls getaway

Lovely winter weekend getaway with the girls Easy swift communication with host
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, had everything we needed,

Two families, each with a small child spent a lovely long weekend at this property. The house was well stocked with ample kitchen items (pots/pans, plates, glasses, etc), and our kids in particular appreciated the games. The lake access was an awesome feature. We spent hours on the dock, fishing, swimming, kayak/SUPing, and just enjoying the view. We appreciated the proximity to Great Barrington and to the parking area for the short walk to the tranquility of Steadman Pond. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy home

The home was well laid out and homey. The lake was an added bonus. We had a great few days away. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The dock is on Lake Garfield

The house may have a view of Lake Garfield in the winter, but it is not vey close to the dock. The house is nice, unfortunately both bathrooms are downstairs and most bedrooms are upstairs. We enjoyed the screened porch and large TV room. The kitchen was well stocked with spices and cooking oil.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory M.

Beautiful home in a gorgeous location

The host responded quickly to questions, and the home is large and has everything you need. We were there in Winter, and were very comfortable. highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would Recommend

Clean, comfortable and spacious. Could easily accommodate a large family or friend group. Kitchen set up to cook anything you like. Quiet setting but also has TV, wifi and games galore with lake access with kayaks and canoes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect home for two families, comfortable and plenty of space. The lower family room was everyone's favorite hang-out space and the screened in porch was perfect for coffee in the morning. The walk to and from the lake wasn't bad at all. (The less active of us maybe had to stop to catch our breath a couple times on the way back up, but that would have been the case whether it were stairs, rocks, or dirt.) We spent most of our time on the dock or in the water, perfect for a family reunion with a variety of ages.Mary Beth and James were very quick to respond to questions and one house need we had. If we ever are in this area again, we would love to stay in their lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet escape

We had a wonderful restful stay at Lake Garfield. The house is well furnished with everything needed and is charming. I especially enjoyed morning coffee in the screened in porch. The path to the lake is steep so may be a problem for elderly o physically challenged folks. The boys did a lot of fishing and had pretty good results
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family summer holiday

This was our second stay at this property. Monterey is a quiet little town which is refreshing for us city folk but Great Barrington is close by for restaurants and shopping. There are innumerable hiking trails including the AT! The house itself is clean, kitchen is stocked with all the essentials, and the beds are comfortable. By far our favorite spot is the screened in porch. We highly recommend this listing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberlee T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A comfortable week with family

We spent 5 nights in this family-friendly home near Lake Garfield. The extra large sofas in the living-room provided ample space for playing online games as a group. 6 grownups had plenty of room with room for possibly 4 more people! The walk down the nature path to the lake gave us our daily leg workout and led to a pristine, very swimmable spot with 2 docks (one in full sun, 1 in partial shade) and their were plenty of chairs for both. The drive to Great Barrington was lovely and we ate twice at No. 10 - it was that good. My family wants to rent this cozy house again next summer. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Fair stay

Well I think that the online photos were taken years ago. We drove by the house & then had to turn around. That was the start. From the entrance being crooked to the floors creaking the hose was older than we expected. Only modern appliance was the fridge & washing machine. Very small bedrooms upstairs to VERY SMALL bathrooms. Now the long walk to the dock. If you want to get in shape this is the place for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

The house easily accommodated myself and the other 6 adult family members with me. It is well appointed with plenty of room to gather and relax. Both bathrooms are on the first floor which can be little inconvenient. The lake water is very clear and the kayaks are handy for exploring the shoreline. The path to the lake in fairly steep and it has some uneven footing. This wasn't a problem for our group but it may be something that some guests need to consider. The dock area is shared with other families but the one that we met were friendly and considerate. Overall, we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Spring H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Creative Retreat

We had such a lovely time in this incredibly charming lake home. It was perfect for our group of women artists getting away from the daily routine/scene while focusing on individual work. Much time was spent sketching/working on the screened-in porch, splashing around in the lake, and group dinners around one of the three dining tables on the premises. This house was well stocked with everything needed for a comfortable and fun stay: board games galore, multiple boating options, and various spaces to gather inside or out. Can't wait to return! note: As a lake house can get a little musky in btwn visitors, we noticed such upon arrival. Luckily this was mitigated once we turned on the downstairs air-conditioners and dehumidifier. (We were there during a heatwave of mid-80's during daytime.) There were also many fans throughout the house to circulate the refreshing nighttime air.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer fun in the Berkshires

We had a lovely time at the lake house! This property was well suited for our group, which included grandparents and children! The twin bed rooms are perfect for children, and the 3 queen rooms work well for adults. It is important to note that only one bedroom is downstairs (the primary) and both bathrooms are downstairs. If you have seniors or anyone with mobility issues, they will need to use the primary queen bedroom downstairs as the stairs to the 4 bedrooms upstairs are quite steep. Likewise, both bathtubs are claw-footed tubs, so it may be challenging for anyone with knee or hip problems to use the showers. On a positive note, the bathrooms are well-appointed with bath towels, great water pressure and hot water, and have good lighting! The communal spaces are the real star of this property. The family room has 2 HUGE sectionals for lounging/enjoying a movie. The living room area was great for our group - we enjoyed family game nights and reading. The screened porch was a treat both during the daytime and evening for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors without needing to worry about mosquitos. There's lots of options for dining, and the kitchen had a great assortment of equipment for meal prep. The only A/C is on the first floor, but the upstairs was comfortable at night with the fans upstairs during our stay. The property was 15-40 minutes away from activities. Our host was very attentive. :) We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We absolutely loved our time in Monterey. The home is spacious and beautiful. It had everything we needed to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience

Very comfortable house for all of us. We enjoyed the wood stove which really heats up. the kitchen is well equipped, has everything we needed; Very convenient to Great Barrington; the owner was very easy to work with. Hope to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends reunion

Lovely stay. The lakeside is beautiful and so relaxing. Beds are very comfortable and there was plenty of room for all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Extremely easy, house was beautiful and spacious. Fishing from the dock was awesome. 22 fish in 7 hours, 5 different species. Had a visit from a bear, awesome. The path to the lake is difficult but doable for most people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming place

Very charming and comfortable house with a lot of bedrooms. Great to have one room to hang out in farther away from beds upstairs so parents can hangout and not wake up kids. Owner was very helpful. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great host and ski trip destination

Easy communication the host. Very friendly. Great area, will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming house with access to Lake Garfield dock

Lovely house with all modern conveniences & a lovely porch overlooking the yard. Highly restorative.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stuart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and stay

We would have liked to know how difficult it was to get down to the water. Wife is 75 and couldn’t manage it. Bears gave us a thrill but scary for the grandchildren. The home was spacious and beautiful. Would recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

College Reunion weekend

Our group of 7 from college had a great stay at this property, the home was clean and spacious and Marybeth was very responsive to any and all questions we had. The walk to the dock was a little farther than expected but nothing we couldn't handle. Once you're down at the dock though, you never want to leave. The lake was beautiful and quiet, and the fishing was amazing! Couldn't have been a better weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

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