10/10 Excellent
Darrin M.
23 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darrin M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Entire home
Swiss Chalet Style Timber frame Home In Berkshires With All Modern Conveniences
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6153.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Peru, MA
- Place, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
- Place, Tanglewood Music Center50 min drive
- Place, Jacob's Pillow52 min drive
- Airport, Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal)43 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Downstairs bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Closed Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Upstairs open loft/ bedroom 3
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Downstairs Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Swiss Chalet Style Timber frame Home In Berkshires With All Modern Conveniences
Swiss chalet type house with exposed douglas fir beams. Back of home has all windows opening to deck and forest. 2 bedrooms with open loft for 3rd bedroom, with 2 baths. Sleeps 6 people but open to a larger group. Has modern appliances including sub zero refrigerator, dishwasher, washer/dryer, high speed internet with television. Open kitchen, great for entertaining with large table that seats 20. Glass enclosed shower downstairs with tub/hand shower upstairs. Quiet forest surrounding with some trails and country roads for walking. Near all of Berkshire lakes, trails, arts and country life. 20 minutes from all shopping.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are many toys, videos and books available.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs are allowed upon approval.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0046572330
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Peru
Located in Peru, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Crane Museum of Papermaking and Colonial Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Berkshire Museum and Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Peru, MA
What's nearby
- Glendale Falls - 25 min drive - 19.5 km
- Tanglewood Music Center - 50 min drive - 40.9 km
- Jacob's Pillow - 52 min drive - 36.2 km
- Lee Premium Outlets - 52 min drive - 47.2 km
- National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 59 min drive - 51.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ozzie's Steak & Eggs - 14 min drive
- Liston's Bar & Grill - 14 min drive
- Hinsdale Pizza House - 14 min drive
- Hinsdale Trading Co. - 15 min drive
- Topsy's Treats - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Anna M.
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anna M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica W.
29 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jessica W.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katherine T.
27 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Katherine T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Peter S.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peter S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather F.
4 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and beautiful property
Heather F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin L.
23 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property!
Erin L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathy W.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome family visit
Cathy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey C.
6 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering for a Matriarch’s Laying to Rest
Jeffrey C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Natan K.
19 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good winter vocation
Natan K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah A.
27 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas holiday
Sarah A.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angela F.
14 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful cabin in the woods
Angela F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wesley R.
18 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Wesley R.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gregory G.
21 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright and Warm Mountain Retreat
Gregory G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
19 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn't have been better
Mary M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Claudia M.
30 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing weekend getaway!
Claudia M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mark & Teressa P.
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remote Hideaway
Mark & Teressa P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Veronika L., Brooklyn, New York, United States
2 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
Veronika L.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Wesley R.
18 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Wesley R.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of Our Favorites
Amy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Will B.
16 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Wonderland
Will B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shawn I.
17 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Shawn I.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne B.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Home in the Woods
Jeanne B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kish G., United States
18 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a lovely location
Kish G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tim A.
16 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family vacation
Tim A.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Laura Kolb
My husband and I built this house ten years ago. Much of the finishing materials and many of the fixtures were recycled from many NYC condo renovations since we are in the construction business. The house is a work in progress- this year we plan to work the grounds with blueberry bushes and more trails through the forest along the creek.
Why they chose this property
The best part about this location is the quiet peaceful location. It is near the country towns ('hilltowns') where there are many small farms and artisans. And it is in the Berkshires with all the cultural activities they have to offer. We find it is an oasis for our family compared to the city life we lead. Now that our daughters are grown, I find it was helpful for them to have known a different style of life our life Brooklyn.
What makes this property unique
My first idea about building this house was it would be similar to camping in comfort.
The timber frame of the house was designed and built by a Swiss Company in British Columbia, Canada. The timbers are from douglas fir trees. At the time it was one of 3 built with the same design. The same company also built many Chalets in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
The timber frame of the house was designed and built by a Swiss Company in British Columbia, Canada. The timbers are from douglas fir trees. At the time it was one of 3 built with the same design. The same company also built many Chalets in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
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