Lee

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Lee featuring street scenes
This picturesque town has plenty of family-friendly activities and is ideally placed for exploring the largest forest in the state.

Known as the “gateway to the Berkshires,” the little New England town of Lee has stunning marble buildings. Many of the buildings in the town’s charming center are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Admire the architecture, discover the town’s family-focused attractions and explore the state’s largest forest, found on Lee’s doorstep.

Lee is known for producing some of the finest-quality marble in the world. This marble has been used in the construction of many famous New York landmarks including Columbia University and the Empire State Building. As you wander through town, try to spot this stone, which appears in many of the buildings in downtown Lee.

Learn the techniques of animation and movie-making at the AniMagic museum, a perfect family activity. Take a tour with one of the the owners, both experienced movie animators, before trying out what you’ve learned with hands-on activities. Make friends with the llamas at Hawkmeadow Farm, where you can enjoy beautiful views of the peaceful surrounding countryside and visit the large organic garden.

Among the liveliest times of the year to visit Lee is September, when the Festival Latino takes place. The energetic festival showcases traditional Latin American dance, cuisine and crafts in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Don’t miss the October Mountain State Forest, which borders Lee. Set up camp overnight at one of the forest’s 46 campsites before setting off to explore the 16,500 acres (6,670 hectares) of woodland. Follow the trail through pretty Schermerhorn Gorge to see waterfalls or hike as much of Massachusetts’ 90-mile (145-kilometer) stretch of the Appalachian Trail as you like.

End your day with dinner at one of the town’s restaurants or enjoy a relaxing evening at the Glass Bottom Brewery, where you can try unique local beers including brews made with parsnips or herbs.

Find Lee off the Massachusetts Pike highway about an 11-mile (18-kilometer) drive north of Great Barrington. Buses travel between the two towns but renting a car will give you more freedom to explore the rest of the region.

Pilgrim Inn
Pilgrim Inn
2.5 out of 5
165 Housatonic St, Lee, MA
The price is €72 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
€72
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this golf hotel in Lee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions National ...
6/10 (228 reviews)
"It was a bit above average. Forget going to Rosies they justig ignore you."

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2023

Pilgrim Inn
The Black Swan Lee - Lenox, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Black Swan Lee - Lenox, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 out of 5
435 Laurel St, Lee, MA
The price is €95 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€95
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Lee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"My wife and I love this place, second time we have stayed here, love the lakeside rooms!"

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

The Black Swan Lee - Lenox, Ascend Hotel Collection
Quality Inn
Quality Inn
2.5 out of 5
170 Housatonic Street, Lee, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €87 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
€87
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (870 reviews)
"The property has a lot of people hanging around outside drinking and smoking. The property has a dark parking lot and felt unsafe."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Quality Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Vacation Village in the Berkshires
Vacation Village in the Berkshires
3 out of 5
276 Brodie Mountain Rd, Williamstown, MA
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly condo in Williamstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a children's pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,662 reviews)
"Clean and spacious!"

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2024

Vacation Village in the Berkshires
Tree-lined Home, Large Yard, Pool, & Dog-Friendly.
Tree-lined Home, Large Yard, Pool, & Dog-Friendly.
Lee
Stay at this vacation home in Lee. Enjoy private pools, onsite parking, and barbecue grills. Popular attractions National Shrine of the Divine Mercy and Tanglewood ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Amazing Pool
"Be aware they will not proactively provide you with a local host name or contact info. It was very difficult to get Vacasa support to help me get this info to resolve wifi issue - like hours long to get them to just give me the property managers info and even then, they wouldn't give it to me, just ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2023

Tree-lined Home, Large Yard, Pool, & Dog-Friendly.
The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres
The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres
Egremont
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Great Barrington. Enjoy a fitness center, onsite parking, and an arcade/game room. Popular attractions Thom Reed UFO Monument ...
10/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Great Family Holiday
"This was our second holiday vacation in this amazing house. We had 9 children and 8 adults and there was plenty of room. The grounds are spectacular with great outdoor seating around the fire pit. The house works beautifully for a large group, beds are all comfy. We definitely will rent this property ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2024

The Freeman - Newly Renovated 14K SF Estate on 40 Acres
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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