Our little corner of New England was recently given a great honor by National Geographic Magazine. In a survey of 133 worldwide travel destinations, the Berkshires ranked 7th. We are both thrilled and humbled.
The decision was reached by a panel of over 400 well-seasoned travelers who based their decision on six criteria: “historic preservation, site [...]

We’re getting ready for the winter season here at our Berkshires bed and breakfast. Time to dig out the wool hats and gloves, and find the cross-country skis and snowshoes.
Room rates have dropped to off-season pricing, and several attractive packages are now available. Our weekends open up a little bit, making it easier to book [...]

Something magical will happen in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, on December 4, 5 and 6, 2009. Art will come to life.
Norman Rockwell’s famous painting of Stockbridge Main Street will be recreated on the streets of the town. You’ll feel as if you stepped into the painting as you walk by dozens of antique cars and pass by [...]

As winter weather approaches, guests of our Western Massachusetts lodging cast about for interesting ways to pass the time inside. Well, there is always something interesting happening at MASS MoCA, or the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art. The rotating exhibits are fascinating and often cutting edge. In addition, MoCa offers a wide array of [...]

An upcoming exhibit at the nearby Norman Rockwell Museum is not to be missed. From November 7 through May 31, 2010, visitors to the Norman Rockwell Museum will be able to see hundreds of the artist’s artfully staged photographs. Studies for his paintings, these photographs are important works of art in their own right.
Stockbridge Mass [...]