What a wonderful inn! The rooms, the ambience, the food, the hosts, all come together for a…read moredelightful long weekend experience. We arrived for a Tanglewood concert, happy that Garden Gables is so close to the concert grounds and within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants in Lenox. Some in our party stayed in lovely rooms in the cottages apart from the main house; others were in a very comfy and spacious three-room suite (#12 if you want to know). There are two bedrooms in the suite, one with a queen bed, the other with twins. Both have fine mattresses and lots of quiet AC, and of course everything was spotlessly clean. The suite even has its own private deck with views of the pool - intriguing, no? The only downside: the suite is on the second floor accessed only by a staircase. The grounds are beautiful and include table and chair groupings under shady trees. There are lots of chairs by the pool, and the dining areas include inside and outdoor seating. The breakfast, which comes with the rooms, proved delicious, freshly prepared with a good selection of main dishes (omelets, pancakes, eggs Benedict, etc.) and sides. Everyone is friendly and eager to help, and we thoroughly enjoyed our unhurried time. There are lots of pros here, so what about the cons? Well, we mentioned the stairs. And yes, Tanglewood weekends can get a bit pricey, but that's the same everywhere around Lenox in the summer. Garden Gables is definitely worth it, in our view.

No breakfast No pool…read more No reservation Big renovation = fewer amenities Higher prices for less????????????? No human interaction?

This place is a delight. They were friendly to me and my three year old, talking us through getting…read moreskis and snow shoes fitted for us and explaining where to go for skiing practice. There seem to be lots of trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing but for us, the practice area was plenty of space to try to build our confidence - and it was still lovey, with views of barns and snowy woods. The chocolate chip pancakes and vegetable soup were not just filling after lots of snowy outdoor activity but also so delicious- especially with the warm maple syrup! And the cafe staff was super friendly. This is a great place for families and for people who want to try out winter sports at an affordable price!

This place is worth the drive! The breakfast is simple yet so good! The pancakes are huge! The…read morestaff is impeccable and the owners are super friendly! If you go there between feb - April you will be able to see maple syrup being made and get to hear about the process! The sugar house smells absolutely amazing! I cannot wait to go back here. I'm definitely buying some syrup from here next visit!

Comfortable, relaxing spotlessly clean. Rob and his family run a most welcoming , relentless…read moresoothing place to bed down. even tv in room ( a rarity in many B and B's). Interesting hosts, and guests . The breakfast is exceptional. My suggestion is to ignore ad hominem attacks at all times, and especially here. We graciously paid for our own accommodations, and will be coming back :Sweetwater is our go to in the Berkshires. The travel time to Tanglewood and/or Lenox is a bit longer than where we stayed in nearby Stockbridge, and worth it. It's also relatively easy to find your way to and from this quiet, gracious B and B

I recently stayed at the Inn at Sweet Water Farm with my family. It was such a lovely, quaint and…read moreenchanting place. From the moment we arrived it just felt very welcoming and homey. It is not only clean, but also has super cool decor inside and outside! Owners Rob and Robbie are the best. They are professional, very personable and are two seriously amazing cooks!! The breakfast was SO on point. They provide a very nice assortment of options, and you leave that breakfast table feeling quite happy and satisfied. I also like the fact that they have chickens laying the fresh eggs we ate each morning. That was a real treat. The surrounding area is beautiful and there are lots of resources at the Inn to guide you with things to do. I truly loved our stay, and will definitely stay again. I highly recommend the Inn at Sweet Water Farm.

Karl was exceptionally professional and made every effort to make our time in Monterey comfortable…read moreand enjoyable. He responded promptly to e-mails and phone calls and was very nice to meet. To top it off, he shared some of his home-made maple syrup, which was delicious! My family went to go hiking in the Berkshires and only stayed for 1 night. We wish we had had more time to stay longer! The house was clean, spacious and very relaxing. We enjoyed the nice amenities (cool wood stove, screened porch) and hiking around the property. The house comfortably slept all 5 of us. Would highly recommend for those who want to disconnect and enjoy some nature.

Our stay was relaxing and fun for everyone, but most especially for the kids, who are genuiinely…read morewelcomed. This feels like a real home away from home. It was a joy to cook on the the gas stove, and the kids loved all the games and puzzles. Oh, and it has a piano, which was a real plus! One gets the feeling that one's every need has been anticipated. And, indeed any details that might've been missed can be met with a phone call to Karl.

From arrival to departure we felt well taken care of. Welcoming cocktail, after dinner cognacs and…read moredelicious brownies were complimentary and very much appreciated! Our room was small but accurately described on the website. It was tastefully set up and it had a view of the lake which was beautiful. The breakfasts were very nice with several choices and nice table service. Also, the location is excellent. Besides being on the lake it is within minutes of many Berkshire attractions.

We had a wonderful two night stay. Inn is lovely and on a beautiful lake with kayaks and outdoor…read moreseating. So relaxing. The daily breakfast was delicious! Also enjoyed the afternoon sangria and evening cognac tasting. This place is a gem and we will definitely be returning! Thanks Kurt for a wonderful inn!

Leaving at 5 am with a cranky toddler, I left a jewel box in the room. It had no monetary value but…read moregreat sentimental value. A staff member kindly put it in the locked hotel lost and found office. When my local family tried to pick it up a short while later, it was gone. The manager tried his best to recover it by reviewing security camera footage, even going so far as reporting the theft to the local police. He seemed like a professional stand-up person. Nonetheless I wanted to warn potential guests not to come here with any object of value to you because it might be stolen. I will take this review down I'd it is returned.

We highly recommend this lovely B&B!…read more The Innkeepers, Tom & Debbie are very gracious and personable hosts and we felt very welcomed. Fresh baked cookies and hot cider awaited us upon our arrival... and the English tea cake was wonderful! The Inn itself as well as the rooms are beautifully appointed and have a charming New England feel. The library is especially welcoming with a woodburning fireplace. Breakfast was fabulous! We thoroughly enjoyed their house special, Creme Brulee French Toast! The blueberry muffins and roasted pear were equally delicious!!!

Trail: 4 stars, Price: 2 stars Most of easy/moderate trails…read moreare groomed, which is good. Despite the number of cars parked at the parking lot, trails are not much crowded. However, black trails and some blue trails are not groomed. I was cross-country skiing for 4 hours there and half of the trails I skied are not groomed. If you want to ski a lot, it is inevitable to ski not groomed trails as well. Considering paying $16 for 4 hours and half of them are not groomed, it is a rip-off. I have cross-country skied for $12 in Western Mass. Hope they decrease the price a little, then it will be a good deal.

Notchview is an excellent cross country skiing resort that is right off the main highway, very easy…read moreto get to, and has excellent trails. A great place for beginners and advanced skiers alike. Parking: As the turnoff is right off the main highway, traffic getting in and out of the parking area can be a little bit frustrating to navigate. There is parking alongside the road on both sides. As you approach Notchview from the road, take a look at the parking situation up near the lodge, sometimes there are several empty spaces, but most people don't see them, and end up parking clear at the bottom of the slight hill. Lodge: Notchview's lodge does not accurately match the quality of the skiing area. It's tight quarters, with chairs and tables crammed in every possible spot, leaving little room for comfort. Upstairs however, there are a couple of couches and an armchair, which is rarely ever taken. For a bit of privacy and peace and quiet, I'd recommend sitting upstairs. Notchview also does not have a kitchen. Instead, they rely on premade sandwiches, soups from a local restaurant, and other miscellaneous bakery items, such as bagels, muffins, and the odd vegetable samosa. The chili here is absolutely abhorrent, with far too much cumin. However, I did find that I really enjoyed the vegetable samosas, despite them being cold and not able to be warmed up. Cocoa, cider, etc. are all made from a packet, which you make yourself. There's little to no service in the food department. I'd advise planning ahead, and either packing your lunch, or making a trip to a local restaurant for a bite to eat. Skiing: Notchview excels in the trail department. There's lots of mileage, from beginner to advanced: gently sloping hills, wide open meadows, naturally increasing to steeper climbs and downhills. Some of the trails are a bit narrow. The tracks are well laid, and in most cases on both side of the trail. Notchview is not the easiest place for a beginner to start, as even some of the more basic trails still require technical skills that a first time cross country skier may not have. Before hitting the trails, I would have beginners practice in some of the more wide-open meadow spaces, especially how to kick up a hill and safely traverse a downhill. I'd strongly suggest skipping the rudimentary bunny hop trail. It is for beginners; however, if you are over the age of 10, your skis will be too long to navigate the sharp up and downs. You'll fall after getting stalled between two hills, and twist your knee like I did. It is much easier for those with very short skis to navigate this area. On the open-faced hills and meadows, the wind can get a bit harsh, so it's advisable to avoid these areas on particularly windy days. Once in the forest however, the wind dies down quite significantly. Another pro and con for Notchview is that they host a number of cross country skiing races. Notchview was the first place I ever tried to cross country ski, and it was very intimidating to be surrounded by advanced skiers who were intensely focused on their race (they can be a bit coarse). I would recommend avoiding race days if at all possible, as the lodge becomes very congested and some trails are limited due to their use by those racing. Not to mention the fact that the crowds can cause a lot of frustration and anxiety for those who are just learning. Notchview is a cross country skiing staple. Its simple access, no-nonsense directions make it an easy choice when the weather may be poor. However, you will end up sacrificing a chance at good food at a comfortable lodge, and instead be subjected to lots of people, both on the trails and off.

I think this is going to be year 8 for us at the cabins. The feeling "retreat" comes to mind when…read moreI think longingly about the cabins in Goshen. This year they are going to be rebuilding the dam at the end of the lake, so that should be worth exploring next year. Last year, we learned how to sail, which was a real treat. We were in the correct season to get to be able to pick fresh wild blueberries from our kayaks!! We made a great syrup with them, and had it over ice cream...yummmm. ====================================================== In response to the person that has trouble with stairs: I think all the cabins have some amount of stairs, the white one has the fewest (maybe one?). In order to get down to the lake, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO USE ANY STAIRS. My mother-in-law has bad hips, and she doesn't use the stairs. All you have to do is either go around the house to the right, or walk all the way to the left in front of the green cabin, and there are NO STAIRS. The lawn is very gradually sloped on both of those paths. You can even get to the lake by walking directly in front of their porch...without stairs. Look at picture number two (that I took years ago), there are NO STAIRS under the flag on the left OR near the small red tree on on the right. The stairs mentioned are directly in the center of the picture under the arch.

This was our second stay at Goshen Ocean and it was even more delightful than the first. Our hosts…read moreDina and Bob couldn't be more generous and accommodating, and the property itself can only be described as a little slice of heaven. We swam, kayaked, grilled every night, played with our dog (yes, they are extremely dog friendly) and just relaxed by the lake and in our cozy cottage. It's close to so many great places to visit and enjoy (Northampton, the Berkshires, DAR State forest), yet far enough away to indulge in a little pastoral solitude. We can't wait to return!