Experience the ultimate Berkshire lakeside retreat at The Red House. Enjoy swimming, fishing, and water sports right from your private dock or unwind on the 30-foot screened-in porch with comfortable seating for eight.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Lake Buel Waterfront - 4 Bedrooms with private dock
Idyllic Berkshire lakeside 4 bedroom cottage offering swimming, fishing, water sports and hiking. Waterfront location with your own private dock 5' in front of the house.
Located directly on the shore of Lake Buel in New Marlborough MA just minutes away from Tanglewood, Jacobs Pillow and many other attractions. Our family home boasts a 30-foot screened in porch for dining and enjoying the beautiful lake.
All rooms are on one floor. You can drive right up to the front door. Great for older people or families with little kids.
The Living room dining room combination is knotty pine finish with a 14 foot stone, wood burning fireplace (decorative only, not used for heating). The kitchen is fully equipped with a gas stove (built-in air fryer) dishwasher, microwave, toaster, refrigerator and coffee station. Included are linens and blankets, towels, cookware, dishes, an outdoor Gas BBQ grill with associated cooking utensils. The family room has a large sectional and a dining table that seats 8.
This lake front cottage has it's own private dock for swimming and boating and has a beautiful grass lawn in front. Located on a 3/4 mile private dirt road just off Lake Buel Road with a short 10 minute ride to Great Barrington that has the best shops, restaurants and theaters in the Berkshires .
Breathtaking, tranquil Summer lakefront getaway. You will truly fall in love with this amazing summer home. It is a family friendly environment and home.
The Red House is a Summer Cottage and it is available for rent only during the Summer season.
The Red House is part of our 4 acre family compound on Lake Buel. Our family has owned this property since 1935. Generations of children have had their whole life defined by our Summers at the lake. This house is one of four on the property. The other three are occupied by the extended family members.
You are right on the lake, beautiful screened in porch, one floor, no stairs in or out. Parking is on the same level as the house. You will spend much of your time lounging around or enjoying your meals on the 30' long screened-in porch that runs the width of the house. Plenty of comfortable seating on the porch and a dining table that seats 8. Bring your own boat and tie it up your private dock. When not enjoying the screened porch, the Great Room will be the activity center of the house. It starts with the Fireplace area and our friend 'the moose'. The great room sliding glass doors open to the screened in porch to bring the summer breezes into the house. Use the two ceiling fans or the room air conditioner to make it comfortable on the warm summer days.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Shower
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 C0388762030
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Great Barrington, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center and Bidwell House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Les Trois Emme Winery and Ski Butternut. Ashintully Gardens and Lenox Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking. Visit our Great Barrington travel guide
Is Lake Buel Waterfront - 4 Bedrooms with private dock pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at Lake Buel Waterfront - 4 Bedrooms with private dock?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lake Buel Waterfront - 4 Bedrooms with private dock?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake Buel Waterfront - 4 Bedrooms with private dock?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lake Buel Waterfront - 4 Bedrooms with private dock located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Buel and within 3 mi (5 km) of Les Trois Emme Winery and Dry Hill. Ski Butternut and Questing are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Lake Buel Waterfront - 4 Bedrooms with private dock Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Starting with the friendly and helpful welcome, our stay at the Red House was fantastic!!! The beds were comfortable, the house was spotless and well-maintained. Although it was only just the two of us, the common area (living room/dining room) would be a great place for a family to hang out. For us, the best part of the house was the screened in porch overlooking the beautiful lake. Even in the rain, we were able to enjoy the view of the lake.
Jerry couldn't have been more helpful. It was a wonderful long weekend and we'll definitely go back.
Larry S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia W.
14 Jul 2016
lovely property- on beautiful lake
We had a wonderful stay at the Red House. The lake is beautiful- so fun to have dinner on the porch looking at the water! The house is open and conducive to family gatherings. The owners are extremely attentive. They are very thoughtful and really interested in making sure you have what you need and are comfortable. We hope to go back! Great place and great people!
Cynthia W.
Archival
8/10 Good
Jeff I.
11 Oct 2015
Great Property
What a spot, right on the lake, 10 minutes to Great Barrington, 15 minutes to Tanglewood, restaurants galore,. The great room has the best view of the lake, the house is clean & well maintained, the owners are terrific & helpful, could not have asked for more
Jeff I.
Archival
8/10 Good
allen k.
11 Oct 2014
One of the most picturesque locations in the berks
Rustic setting,but the view of the lake and watching the kids from the summer camps water ski and sail made the home exceptional. Close proximity to GB and easy access to rt 7 a real plus.
allen k.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
10 Oct 2013
Best Rental We've Ever Had
The Red House is remarkable. We are a senior couple whose 2 sons and their families come to the Berkshires for a week and stay with us. We had plenty of room for everyone. The bedrooms are in a separate wing, so we didn't feel that the house was too big for just us. The best part of the house is the enclosed porch, which runs the entire width of the house. We ate all our meals out there, with a lovely view of Lake Buell. In addition, there are wicker chairs and sofas on the other side of the porch, a lovely place to sit and read or just have conversations with our family. We loved the house so much that we're renting it for the month of July next year! We love the Berkshires, as we used to camp there for many years. One of the appeals of the Berkshires is the cultural attractions. If you like music, dance, theater, art museums, you will love the Berkshires.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jack T.
10 Sept 2013
Red House cottage
The house was a wonderful place to stay. Everything was provided for the month rental. It was clean and efficient with lots of room for our children and grandchildren to come and visit. the screened porch facing the lake was the best part. The owners of the cottage live next door and were the most welcoming family we have met in a long time.
Our experience there was memorable and we would do it again.
Jack T.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
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27 Jul 2012
The Red Cottage
We greatly enjoyed our stay at the red cottage. It was spacious, clean, as close to the water as you could possible get and in a postcard setting. The cottage is old and decorated in a manner that gives you the feel of being in a lakeside cabin in the backwoods of Maine. At first blush it appears a bit primitive, but that quickly changes as you settle in. It is well stocked and provides all of the creature comforts that we consider essential. The location is sufficiently private to give you the solitude you sometimes desire on a vacation, yet close enough to downtown Great Barrington and Stockbridge to provide you with more than ample dining and shopping attractions. Our stay was primarily two adults and two large dogs (we had friends visit for a couple days), but the space was sufficient for three times that number. Suffice to say this is a good size cottage.
I think the most important factor in making this an exceptionally enjoyable experience was the kindness and hospitality showed by the owner and his family. They own the contiguous properties and could not have been nicer landlords. The houses are all situated so as to provide a good amount of privacy. On our first day we met several of the family members and found them to be gracious and cordial. The owner was kind enough to provide us with a tour of the lake in his antique and pristine mahogany Chris-Craft boat. He and his family were also kind enough to invite us to accompany them to an evening performance at Jacobs Pillow. We couldn’t imagine any nicer people to deal with.
We would highly recommend the red cottage to anyone wishing to experience the Berkshires. We are lifelong New England residents who had never previously experienced the attractions and beauty of this region. This is a very special area and an extraordinary vacation house that has earned our desire to return.
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