The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres - Egremont

7 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 301300.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Egremont, MA

Catamount Ski Area10 min drive
Housatonic River Walk12 min drive
Ski Butternut17 min drive
Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)72 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 30)

Bedroom 1

+12

5 Single Beds, 3 King Beds, 5 Double Beds and 3 Double Sofa Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres

The Freeman Berkshires sits on 40 acres of manicured landscape with a tennis court, a four-acre vineyard, a myriad of amenities and rolling views of a large pond on property and Mount Everett beyond. Whether you want to relax in the library, cuddle up in the lodge room, enjoy the artist's loft or snuggle up in front of one of the home's six fireplaces, you will find beautiful spaces to enjoy in groups or in solitude. 100% carbon neutral.

The property offers two dining rooms (including a fifteen foot custom dining table), a well equipped kitchen, herb and vegetable garden, fire pit and expansive multi-level blue stone patios and decks. A three car garage and loft is included.

We provide a long list of amenities, including a paddle board, four person metal row boat and kayak for the pond. For the kids big and small we offer a retro arcade, foosball table, ping-pong, board games, PS4 and a virtual reality gaming system. For outdoors you will find bocce, croquet, tennis and badminton equipment, large Jenga and more.
The Freeman Berkshires is an innovative social equity vehicle. Owned by 141 investors from Main Street and Wall Street through Shared Estates' equity crowdfunding model, the property is part of a transformation that levels the real estate investing playing field.
The Berkshires is one of the country's top cultural centers: Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (largest in the US), Kripalu (largest yoga center), Williams College (#1 Liberal Arts College in the US), Tanglewood, Shakespeare and Company, The Mount, Clark Art, Jacobs Pillow and more.
The Berkshires is also home to a variety of outdoor destinations: Bousquet, Butternut, Catamount (longest zip line in the USA) and Jiminy Peak.
One 90" TV in the lodge room for family movie nights. We provide the popcorn, biscotti, teas, cocoa, candy and more. A welcome basket of local goods and fresh cut flowers greet your party.
The Freeman Berkshires is named after local Elizabeth (Mumbet) Freeman - the first African American to sue and win her freedom under the Massachusetts constitution in 1781. You will find a variety of sculpture and original art installed in tribute to her story. The property donates 1% of net income to the Elizabeth Freeman Center, a 501c(3) that works to end cycles of domestic violence.
Owner's previous property was #1 on VRBO in the Berkshires, and was showcased on Netflix's "World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals" series.

Property manager

Daniel Dus

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Gym

Blue door - entrance to the front house. Walkway on left leads to back house.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

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 C0332990900

About the area

Great Barrington

Located in Great Barrington, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center and Ashley House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Catamount Ski Area and Catamount Aerial Adventure Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Harney and Sons Tea Tasting Room and Berkshire Botanical Garden.

Egremont, MA

What's nearby

Catamount Ski Area - 10 min drive
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center - 11 min drive
Housatonic River Walk - 12 min drive
Ski Butternut - 17 min drive
Bash Bish Falls State Park - 20 min drive

Getting around

Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

Dunkin' - 10 min drive
Great Barrington Bagel Company - 11 min drive
SoCo Creamery - 11 min drive
Bogies Restaurant & Pub - 12 min drive
The Bistro Box - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres located?

This family-friendly Great Barrington villa is located on the waterfront, 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Jug End State Reservatio, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Thom Reed UFO Monument Park and Housatonic River. Catamount Ski Area and W.E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

27 Mar 2024

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

A Slice of Serenity

We've stayed in a lot of home rentals - and across the board - this was the best place ever. The home was clean, nicely decorated and super comfortable. The hosts were easy to get a hold of and incredibly welcoming, leaving us with a generous basket of local treats. We loved the peaceful outdoor space and roamed all 40 acres. The pond was beautiful and if it had only been warmer we'd have jumped in the rowboat. We will be back for sure. A++ Thank you, Anna!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

31 Dec 2023

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

Great Family Holiday

This was our second holiday vacation in this amazing house. We had 9 children and 8 adults and there was plenty of room. The grounds are spectacular with great outdoor seating around the fire pit. The house works beautifully for a large group, beds are all comfy. We definitely will rent this property again. Communication with the Property Manager Matt is excellent. He was very responsive and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

21 Oct 2023

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

Idyllic Setting

The house and grounds are just wonderful! The layout is perfect for a large family gathering, with plenty of bedrooms (seven rather than the five indicated in the VRBO listing), a plethora of seating areas, a well equipped kitchen, and activities galore. The outdoor area is especially lovely, despite the imperfect condition of the cushions and on-site tennis court. I'm so glad we found this house for our vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyson T.

26 Sept 2023

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

Unforgettable wedding week

The property was spotless and a perfect location to host our wedding. Managers were responsive to texts and helpful if there were any questions during our stay. We enjoyed a great few day that we will forever remember!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianne K.

25 Sept 2023

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

Family reunion

Beautiful, spacious location to hold a family reunion! Everything was just as listed, exceeded expectations

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Daniel Dus

Serial social entrepreneur focused on solar energy and the democratization of exclusive real estate with over two billion pounds of carbon pollution displaced. Berkshires native. Art and book collector. Philanthropist. Developed The Playhouse, featured on Netflix's "World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals" Series.

Why they chose this property

This is a true mansion. Everything is overbuilt - from hardwood beams to hand soldered radiant floor heating - but it still feels cozy, with a myriad of spaces to disappear into when you like. The gentle slope down to the large pond on property is dotted with exotic species of flowering tree and framed by views of Mt. Everett. We love cooking a big meal for the extended family then having a nice glass of wine either on the massive bluestone patio or in front of one of the properties six fireplaces.

What makes this property unique

On this property, you feel like you can achieve total solitude, but you are minutes from some of the country's greatest cultural attractions. The brand new rehabilitation process ensured that the meeting of history and modern minimalist luxury resulted in an open, bright space made to facilitate relaxation, connection and rejuvenation.