Escape to Half Moon, a woodsy retreat in the Berkshires with stylish spaces and an inviting atmosphere. Unwind on the large deck or covered outdoor dining area, complete with grill and comfortable seating. Explore Great Barrington's charming town just 10 minutes away, offering shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10154 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Add dates for prices
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Kick back among the wooded hills of the Berkshires at Half Moon. The rustic exterior of this log cabin gives way to naturally chic spaces inside. Take in the fresh air from the large deck, complete with plenty of comfortable seating, or grill out and relax in the covered outdoor dining area. Contemporary decor and a colorful kitchen create the perfect atmosphere for playful connection at home, while the charming town of Great Barrington is just a ten-minute drive away with shopping, dining, and entertainment. Surrounded by trees and tucked at the end of a long private driveway, Half Moon is a woodsy retreat packed with style, privacy, and convenience.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Local Attractions: Berkshire Botanical Gardens, Bidwell House Museum, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, Norman Rockwell Museum, Hancock Shaker Village, Historic Deerfield, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
Visiting the Berkshires is a must for anyone looking to pair a gorgeous natural landscape with an exciting cultural and culinary experience. The abundance of mountains, lakes, and woods here makes it easy to enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, from rafting and fishing to ziplining and hiking. Stunning in any season, this region is famous for its food scene, which values local ingredients, and you’ll find many farm-to-table establishments in the southern areas. Explore classic New England architecture, a growing array of performing arts, and dozens of towns and trails. The Berkshires are waiting with variety and beauty you won’t find anywhere else.
Home Truths: - The living room window is cracked and we are waiting for the replacement window to arrive. - This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet. - Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request. - This home is located in the Berkshires, so you may encounter wildlife such as bugs and insects. - The lawn care company comes weekly to service the lawn.
Parking Details: - Carport accommodates 2 cars - Driveway accommodates 3 - 4 cars maximum This home comes with a pack n' play travel crib available. A high chair can be provided upon request with at least 24hrs advanced notice. Just ask and we are happy to accommodate you and your little ones!
---
The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King bed Bedroom 2 / King bed Bedroom 3 / Queen bed Bedroom 4 / Two queen beds. + 2 twin size tri-fold sleeping mats
---
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
Onsite parking options include a carport
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number c1148950976
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Great Barrington, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ski Butternut and Les Trois Emme Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center and Lenox Arts Center. Berkshire Botanical Garden and Ashintully Gardens are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Great Barrington travel guide
Is Secluded Forest Sanctuary • Outdoor Living, Yard, Views | Half Moon by AvantStay pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Secluded Forest Sanctuary • Outdoor Living, Yard, Views | Half Moon by AvantStay?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded Forest Sanctuary • Outdoor Living, Yard, Views | Half Moon by AvantStay?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Secluded Forest Sanctuary • Outdoor Living, Yard, Views | Half Moon by AvantStay located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Lake Buel and within 3 miles (5 km) of Ski Butternut and Les Trois Emme Winery. Dry Hill and Housatonic River Walk are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Great location. 5 min to Great Barrington, 15 to Lenox and walkable to the Appalachian Trail. House was clean and properties managers were attentive and responsive. I would definitely use it again if up in that area.
This house was awesome! Plenty of room and amenities for all! Great location to the downtown, local restaurants and bars. Communicating with the host was also so easy to do. Would definitely recommend for a weekend getaway!
We stayed here for a long weekend and it’s a great house. 4 mins from butternut mountain which was perfect for us. We had a bit of a mini snowstorm while there and had a small issue getting in the driveway but when we called asking for someone to plow they showed up within minutes. Very responsive and helpful checkin and checkout as well.
We had such a wonderful long weekend away that this home. Everything was exactly as pictured. Home was clean and so welcoming. Location was perfect for all that Great Barrington has to offer. The wraparound deck and fireplace made it all the more special. Communication was excellent and we got quick replies to any questions that came up. I would definitely recommend staying here and would happily return.
Great place and great location. Had a few initial hiccups but property manager was very responsive and corrected/addressed them immediately. The place is really cool and was so nice to be so close to the mountain!
The cabin is perfect. It’s close to town but remote at the same time. It’s cozy and has all the amenities you may need. I don’t think there’s a better place to stay near Great Barrington.
Nice and clean house. Needs a little touch up, you can see stains on the ceiling where roof was leaking. Deck’s rails were rough and it was easy to get splintered. The rest was perfect: clean sheets, towels, plenty of dishes
We liked it very much
Yulia G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Karen C.
29 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Great for a getaway
The space was very comfortable and very well equipped. Everything was clean. The beds were great and very comfortable! Loved the memory foam king bed in the large bedroom. Only one real disappointment was that the place was advertised as having two bedrooms with a king sized bed. However only the master bedroom is a king. The other bedroom actually is a full sized mattress - not a king.
Some areas have a bit of wear and tear (cabinetry) but other than that a great place!!
It was our 50 year wedding anniversary and we rented the house to sleep 6 adults and 3 kids. The size of the facility was perfect and the large deck and wooded surroundings gave us the exact environment we were looking for to mark our milestone with those most precious to us. The only suggestion I could make is the deck needs some upkeep (staining). We'll be back.
The house was great and enough space for the four of us and 1 small dog. We’d love to come back to this place in the Spring or early fall for warmer weather too!