The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage - Sheffield

10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Sheffield, MA

Ashley House2 min drive
Magnolia Bluffs Casino10 min drive
Great Barrington, MA (GBR-Walter J. Koladza)17 min drive
Ski Butternut22 min drive

If I could have given it more than 5 stars I would have. Beautiful, quiet area and the place is stunning. The gas firepl...

Marc R.

Mar 24, 2024

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Primary Bedroom

2 King Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

About this property

The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage

Welcome to The Blue Elm - a cozy and historic Berkshire getaway located in Ashley Falls, MA.

Set on 3.5 tranquil acres, the cottage ties into an early 19th century barn and is nestled amongst old growth maple trees.

Enjoy this peaceful and convenient Berkshire location - only 15 minute drive to Catamount Ski Area, 17 minutes drive to Ski Butternut, Great Barrington and points north, and 5 minutes drive to Canaan, CT and points south.

The Space

A private mudroom entrance steps you down into an open Dining and Living Room, complete with coffee bar and sleeper sofa. From there one steps up into the well equipped kitchen with induction cooktop and custom open wood slab shelving, as well as a convenient 1/2 bathroom.

Enjoy outdoor meals and relaxation on the large vaulted screened room with access to the back yard.

At the end of your day step up into the vaulted king bedroom suite with generous closet space and bespoke lighting. Relax and unwind in the custom walk-in shower with wall-to-wall marble salvaged from a NYC skyscraper!

Amenity Highlights include:

✔ Off street parking for two vehicles

✔ Private Entrance

✔ Numerous reclaimed accents, furniture and materials, including:

♥♥ Reclaimed church pews from Berkshire and Columbia Counties

♥♥ Reclaimed beams from a historic Canadian barn

♥♥ Custom wood shelving salvaged from our 1826 farm house
and other mid-19th century homes

♥♥ Salvaged Cipollino marble from the Daily News Building in NYC

✔ Bespoke reproduction MCM lighting in the Living and Dining Areas

✔ Direct access to the Ashley Falls Wood hiking and walking trails

✔ Only a minutes drive to Bartholomew's Cobble Reservation, a 329-acre
National Natural Landmark

✔ Enjoy wild black berries that grow along our property in the summer
months

✔ Only a minutes drive to the historic Ashley House - the birthplace of the
Sheffield Resolves, a direct precursor to the United States Constitution,
AND the former home of Elizabeth 'Mumbet" Freeman, the first slave to
win a legal battle for her freedom in the state of Massachusetts!

✔ Lovely in-town walks amongst beautiful 18th-19th century
residential architecture

✔ Festive holiday atmosphere throughout the year, including:

♥♥ A beautiful Memorial Day parade and ceremony at the historic Ashley
Falls Burial Ground

♥♥ A sought-after tree lighting ceremony each December with the tallest
illuminated tree in Berkshire County!

Guest Access

Guests have access to clearly marked parking spaces in our shared driveway, along with full access to the 3.5 acres surrounding our home.

Other things to note

Private architecture and sketch tours of nearby Great Barrington are available upon request. Please message Nick when booking The Blue Elm for more details.

Property manager

Nicholas Greene

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number c1226575900

About the area

Sheffield

This cottage is located in Sheffield. Land of Nod Vineyard and Winery and Umpachene Falls Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Riga State Park and Campbell Falls State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Lime Rock Park.

Sheffield, MA

What's nearby

Ashley House - 2 min drive
Magnolia Bluffs Casino - 10 min drive
Mount Riga State Park - 14 min drive
Lime Rock Park - 20 min drive
Ski Butternut - 22 min drive

Getting around

Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 5 min drive
Dunkin' - 5 min drive
Industry Kitchen - 4 min drive
Picante S - 2 min drive
Great Falls Brewing Company - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage?

As of 1 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage on 16 June 2024 start from AU$553.59, 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.

What time is check-in at The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage located?

Situated in Sheffield, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Housatonic River and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Ashley House. Land of Nod Vineyard and Winery and Thom Reed UFO Monument Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

24 Mar 2024

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

Fabulous rental

If I could have given it more than 5 stars I would have. Beautiful, quiet area and the place is stunning. The gas fireplace in the dining area was great, has pretty much everything you could need and incredibly stylish (the retro fridge and microwave were very cool). Can’t speak to the pullout but the king in the master might have been the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in and the double shower is awesome. The hosts were friendly and responsive. Went to hike and the number of trails within 30 minutes was great, plus the Cinema 18 minutes away in Great Barrington came in handy on the day of biblical rain. Could not recommend this property more. I will be back.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

5 Feb 2024

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

peaceful escape with architectural treasures

From booking to check out we had an excellent experience. Nick and Tiffany were attentive and responsive hosts. The house/barn was clean, thoughtfully decorated and comfortable. It had everything we needed. The shower was exceptional, bed was comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. The welcome book was filled with helpful information including restaurant recommendations and area activities. We would go back in a heartbeat!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Nicholas Greene

We both grew up in the Berkshires and are so happy to call this beautiful place home and raise our family here. Tiffany works in early child intervention and therapy and Nick as an architectural designer.

Having family lineages in the area for nearly 150 years, we love showing frequent visitors and newcomers alike all the Berkshires has to offer!

Why they chose this property

Ashley Falls, MA is a true gem in the Berkshires. Located at the very southern tip of the county, the village falls within the greater Sheffield township. Founded in the 1730's by wealthy landowner and industrialist John Ashley, the town is a beautiful showcase of later 18th and 19th century residential architecture.

We love living here as Ashley Falls truly retains its "village" feel. Our kids love biking up and down the main street and spending time with friends. The history, architecture and natural beauty of the place is one-of-a-kind.

What makes this property unique

Our property dates to 1826, and the main house was, from 1906 - 1926 the Post Office in the village.

The Blue Elm is a "modern-meets-historical" cottage. Tying directly into our antique Civil War era barn, the space includes modern amenities with beautiful historic accents. These include marble salvaged from the Daily News Building in NYC, original barn post and beam framing and reclaimed furniture from local area churches and establishments.

Privacy also abounds at the Blue Elm, as our guests enjoy a private entrance and view to our 3.5 acres of land with old growth maple trees.