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Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15196 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Hancock, Massachusetts
  • Popular LocationJiminy Peak Mountain Resort3 min walk
  • Popular LocationPittsfield State Forest13 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center16 min drive
  • AirportAlbany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)54 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes!

Situated in the town of Hancock, 'Whistling Birches' offers guests 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a prime location just steps from the Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort, and ample in-home amenities that provide a comfortable and convenient vacation experience. Spend your days practicing slaloms down the slopes, then return home and ease your muscles with a dip in the hot tub! Prepare dinner in the fully equipped kitchen or fire up the BBQ before relaxing under the stars by the warmth of the fire pit.

-- THE PROPERTY --

C0354931210 | Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Free WiFi (10 Mbps)

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin/Full Bunk Bed, Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Game Room: Sleeper Sofa

JIMINY PEAK AMENITIES: Fitness center, tennis court, heated outdoor pool, indoor hot tub
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, DVD player, wood-burning fireplace, dining table, en-suite bathroom w/ jetted tub, board games
KITCHEN: Breakfast bar, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster oven, toaster, complimentary snacks, drip coffee maker, knife block, blender, Crockpot
OUTDOOR SPACE: Furnished deck, hot tub, gas fire pit, gas grill
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning/heating, high chair, Pack 'n Play, white noise machine, baby monitors, hair dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board
FAQ: Stairs required for access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), 1 exterior security camera (facing outdoor entry)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), parking area (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

TO DO & SEE: Clark Art Institute (12.0 miles), Shaker Museum | Mount Lebanon (12.1 miles), Berkshire Museum (12.7 miles), Arrowhead Museum (14.9 miles), Hancock Shaker Village (15.3 miles), MASS MoCA (16.8 miles)
HIT THE SLOPES: Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort (1.0 miles), Bousquet Mountain Ski Area (19.0 miles), Pineridge Cross Country Ski Area (19.0 miles), Berkshire East Ski Resort (35.4 miles), Ski Butternut (35.5 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Ramblewild Adventure Park (2.5 miles), Balance Rock State Park (10.3 miles), Pittsfield State Park (13.6 miles), Mass Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary (23.5 miles), Monument Mountain Reservation (31.1 miles)
DRINK & DINE: Old Forge Restaurant (7.5 miles), The Marketplace Cafe (12.2 miles), La Fogata Restaurante (12.2 miles), Flavours of Malaysia (12.2 miles), District Kitchen & Bar (12.4 miles), Elizabeth's (13.7 miles)
AIRPORTS: Pittsfield Municipal Airport (18.5 miles), Albany International Airport (38.6 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Due to the homeowners' severe allergy to smoke, please only use the Dura flame provided
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located on the porch, facing outward toward the entryway. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster oven
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grills
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Gym on site

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2115 sq ft (196 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 security system and a first aid kit
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 C0354931210

Property is also known as

467815

About the area

Hancock

This holiday home is located in Hancock. Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort and Waubeeka Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Zema's Nursery and Berkshire Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Hopkins Observatory and Bousquet Ski Area.

What's nearby

  • Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort - 3 min walk
  • Pittsfield State Forest - 13 min drive
  • Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center - 16 min drive
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 39 min drive
  • Mount Greylock - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Old Man Jeff's Barbecue Company - 23 min drive
  • The A / The Back 9 - 22 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 17 min drive
  • Ginos Pizza and Grill - 20 min drive
  • Norte Azul Cantina - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes!?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Hancock Home: Walk to Slopes! located?

Located in Hancock, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pittsfield State Forest and Mount Greylock State Reservation. Zema's Nursery and Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

John M.

LMS
Came for the Lift Maintenance Seminar. The property was overall great, no major complaints. The two things that were less than ideal was a lot of the dishes were not clean, I'm guessing the previous guest put them away that way. And the hot tub water was low, we tried to fill it but the hose spigot was turned off. Other than that we had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ski Trip
Great location and condo. Very spacious and clean. Short walk to the slopes for ski in/out. Communication with owner was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C., Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family getaway in the Berkshires
We stayed here in August of 2023 with a family group of 7 and it was an excellent set up. The great room had plenty of space for games, meals and TV watching and the downstairs den was a perfect video game space for the young adults. We really liked being at Jiminy Peak and did some hiking and the ropes course. I’m sure it would be ideal during ski season. We also explored the Berkshires nature (Mt. Greylock) and culture (Mass Museum of Contemporary Art, Tanglewood). It was a bit of a drive to the grocery store but there’s a nice convenience store with snacks and drinks at the base of Jiminy Peak. The owners were very thoughtful in providing all the information we needed and a nice gift basket on arrival. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James A., Northport, NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Home. Had everything we needed. Host was great. Wonder home
Loved our stay. Great house for our family. Would very much stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron S., Canton, Ma.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Ski Weekend
Beautiful spacious home. Well stocked. Appreciated the two common rooms for separate activities. Short walk to ski trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space for large group
Rental was everything we needed for a large group stay! Plenty of bedrooms and nice big communal living space. Outdoor space with hot tub and fire pit are also amazing. Not the most to do in the area but some great sandwiches shops and coffee! If I was in this area again I would rent this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A group of 14 people stayed at this house, including children and adults. We felt safe and secure in this house. The house is beautiful, the linens and towels were clean, and the beds were very comfortable. The communication with the homeowner was beyond expectations. He was available to answered every question we had. The scenery was beautiful! Quiet, peace, joy, and happiness in a nut shell. We visited this place the first week of October and were able to experience the beauty of Autumn. We would love to come back in the future and invite more family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Lizaury P.

The house is not as seen in photos, in fact it is much smaller. It is also too much the charges the
I really wouldn't recommend it, it's not worth a lot of money. There are more beautiful, comfortable and cheaper houses.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We were a group of 11 adults and a baby . It was a family outing we enjoyed the stay the house was as good as shown in the pictures. Micheal is a good host answered the phone whenever we called. It’s a beautiful place to enjoy with the family and friends would recommend to all my friends. And definitely will visit it again. Thanks Michael.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022